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More people are coming out as Almondsexual – here’s what it means

  It can be difficult to keep up with trends in the ever-changing world we live in today. Just when you think you’ve got a grip on things, something else comes along to reinforce that feeling that you’re getting old before your time. This can ring especially true as it relates to sexual identity and orientation, with new terms being developed regularly as people look for ways to accurately describe their experiences of attraction. We’ve already written about individuals who are ‘Abrosexual‘ and ‘Graysexual‘ in the past, but we’ve never touched upon ‘Almondsexuality’. Sound weird? Well, it’s apparently a new microlabel used to help people better define what they’re attracted to. According to Wikipedia, almondsexuality refers to experiencing primary attraction to male-aligned and androgynous-aligned genders, with occasional or minor attraction to female-aligned genders. The orientation comes under the broader multisexual umbrella, which also includes potentially more familiar identit...
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Head lice: How to get rid of them and stop them coming back

  Anyone who’s ever dealt with head lice will be painfully aware just how much time and energy it takes to get rid of them. Small wonder, then, that it’s every parent’s worst nightmare to have their children catch lice at school. Sadly, head lice are a prolific problem, and one more difficult to avoid than you might think. This is especially true when school returns after the holidays and children have been mixing with one another during summer. It starts with one or two children itching their scalps and escalates from there. Before you know it, the whole family is having to be wary of contracting lice. Then comes the lice removal cream, with is no one’s idea of a good time. It can be sore, takes time out of your day and there’s no guarantee that once the lice are gone they’ll stay gone. The spread of lice Commonly it’s children who ensure lice spread so far, so quickly. According to the Care Guidebook, kids are at greatest risk during the summer months. When school starts up again...

The unbelievable story of Amanda Scarpinati moves me to tears

  For decades Amanda Scarpinati cherished her old black and white photo of a nurse cradling her as a baby. It was 1977 that the photo was taken at a hospital in New York after Amanda suffered a serious accident. Amanda, then just 3 months old, fell from the sofa into a hot-steam humidifier and was left with third-degree burns. In the photo, the little girl’s head is wrapped in gauze as the nurse does her best to comfort her. Over the next few years, Amanda endured several operations and was bullied by her classmates because of her appearance. Whenever Amanda was having a terrible day, she would pick up the black and white photo of the nurse. It brought her comfort knowing that there was once a person who cared so much about her. Amanda kept hoping to one day be able to find her guardian angel. She searched for 20 years, and eventually decided to turn to social media for one last try. What happened next is incredibly heart warming. I just had to share this fascinating story! It was ...

22-year-old told he has less than a year to live after stomach pain reveals ultra-rare cancer

  A 22-year-old poker dealer has been given a devastating prognosis after what initially seemed like a painful stomach problem turned out to be an exceptionally rare and aggressive form of cancer. Nickodemus Dacres, from Croydon, south London, was working a shift in July 2024 when he suddenly developed severe abdominal pain. He went to the bathroom during his shift, where he noticed blood when he tried to urinate. Alarmed by what he had seen, a colleague rushed him to hospital. Doctors began investigating the cause of his symptoms, but it would take months before they identified the underlying problem. Eventually, scans revealed a small tumor on Nickodemus’s right kidney. By February 2025, doctors had confirmed that he had stage four medullary renal cell carcinoma, or RMC, a rare kidney cancer that had already spread to his lymph nodes and lungs. One of the rarest kidney cancers RMC is considered an exceptionally uncommon form of kidney cancer and is also known for being particular...

Canada’s biggest star Shania Twain – from poverty to fame

  Shania Twain is a major superstar whose name is known worldwide. However, her life was not always as glamorous as one would assume. It is always fascinating to know more about your favorite celebrity’s childhood. She might dominate the charts and travel the world now, but that did not always happen. She did not always have an easy life. Keep reading to know more about the singer’s childhood, which might surprise you. Born to a family grappling with poverty in Timmins, Ontario, she had a tough start to her life. Her stepfather’s low-paying reforestation job and her mother’s depression made things even harder. She was just one of five children and had to learn early on to do without. She began to sing in bars and perform; however, soon, she would have a lot more responsibility on her shoulders than just having some gigs every now and then. Soon she was left to be responsible for her siblings. Since her family always struggled with money, she knew how to be without even essentials s...

Doctors warn against ‘pink slime’ in bathroom

  In many households, a pinkish residue often appears in bathrooms, particularly around drains, shower curtains, and tile grout. While it might be mistaken for mold, this discoloration is actually caused by the bacterium Serratia marcescens. This microorganism thrives in moist environments and feeds on fatty substances found in soap and shampoo residues. Dr. Karan Raj, a National Health Service (NHS) surgeon, highlighted this issue, stating: “If you’ve seen this pink slime lurking in your bathroom, it’s not mold—it’s bacteria.” He further explained that Serratia marcescens “loves damp, moist places, and enjoys munching on fatty deposits like those found in soaps and shampoos; hence why it likes to hang out in your bathroom.” While generally harmless to healthy individuals, Serratia marcescens can pose health risks to certain populations. Infectious Disease Advisor notes that this bacterium “can be found in soil, water, plants, and animals,” and in homes, it “may be found in the cor...

Life after Dynasty: How Linda Evans faced loss, illness, and found peace

  Many things were better in the 1980s, not least the TV shows. Take the soap opera Dynasty, a true classic that grew over the years and turned the incredible Linda Evans into a household name. With her timeless beauty and unmatched elegance, Evans has captivated audiences for decades — and seeing her today, you can’t help but tip your hat in admiration. Won the genetic lottery The 1980s were an unforgettable era — a time when many of us were young, healthy, and full of life, with a sense of peace that feels rare today. Life was simpler, things were affordable, and iconic TV shows like Dynasty captured our imaginations. At the heart of it all was Linda Evans, who embodied the decade with her resilience, strength, and grounded charm both on and off the screen. Linda Evans — a name synonymous with elegance, grace, and that unmistakable 1980s glamour — didn’t just act; she owned every role. Blessed with striking features and perfect bone structure, she truly won the genetic lottery, m...