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British actress Cheryl Hall, whose television career included memorable appearances in Citizen Smith and Doctor Who, has died at the age of 76. Her death brings renewed attention to a varied career that stretched across several decades of British television, film and public life. Hall became a familiar face to audiences through comedy, science fiction, … Read more
For more than two decades, Shania Twain has made a deliberate effort to protect the privacy of her only child, Eja D’Angelo Lange. Born on August 12, 2001, Eja is the son of Twain and acclaimed music producer Robert John “Mutt” Lange. He entered the world at a time when his mother was already one … Read more
The sudden appearance of red and blue emergency lights in a rearview mirror can make even an experienced driver feel nervous. A person’s heartbeat may increase while they quickly try to remember whether they were speeding, missed a traffic sign or had a problem with their vehicle. Yet a traffic stop does not automatically mean … Read more
I was six when I made a promise to Noah that I assumed would disappear along with most of our childhood plans. We met during first grade and became friends for reasons that seemed incredibly important at the time: neither of us liked raisins, and both of us were fascinated by dinosaurs. Noah had Down … Read more
Growing up is complicated enough without millions of people watching. For Kristy McNichol, adolescence unfolded while she was becoming one of the most recognizable young actresses on American television. During the 1970s and 1980s, audiences watched her move from child performer to Emmy-winning television star and successful film actress. From the outside, her career appeared … Read more
A significant new development has emerged in the criminal proceedings involving Nick Reiner, the 32-year-old son of filmmaker and actor Rob Reiner and photographer and producer Michele Singer Reiner. Nick has been indicted by a Los Angeles County grand jury on two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the deaths of his parents. The … Read more
A complex surrogacy dispute involving Alaska nurse McKenna West, intended parents Nausheen Gilkar and Omar Ahmed, and a newborn diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) has continued to unfold through several court proceedings. The disagreement began during West’s pregnancy after doctors discovered the serious congenital heart defect and the intended parents sought termination of … Read more
My mother, Molly, used to be the kind of person who could turn an ordinary restaurant visit into an occasion. When I was a child, she would read every item on the menu even if she already knew what she wanted. She asked servers about their favorite dishes, encouraged everyone at the table to share … Read more
Magnesium is often presented as one of the simplest supplements on the shelf. Products are commonly promoted for sleep, relaxation, muscle function, energy and general wellness, which can create the impression that almost everyone would benefit from taking one. The reality is more nuanced. Magnesium is an essential mineral that the human body needs, but … Read more
A late-night Porter Airlines flight from Victoria to Toronto turned into an unexpected overnight disruption after a young child could not remain seated with a seatbelt fastened before takeoff. The incident occurred on August 6 after the aircraft had already pushed away from the terminal at Victoria International Airport and was taxiing for its scheduled … Read more
