Author: Justin M. Larson

Hibiscus tea, also known as roselle or sour tea, is rich in antioxidants and may have benefits for heart health and weight management. Hibiscus tea is a ruby red-colored beverage made from the hibiscus plant (Hibiscus sabdariffa). The plant is grown in subtropical and tropical regions and is native to India and Malaysia. Hibiscus tea is a rich source of antioxidants like vitamin C, carotenoids, and anthocyanins. These compounds neutralize unstable atoms called free radicals to protect against oxidative stress. Oxidative stress triggers cell damage and inflammation, which can contribute to premature aging and disease. Consuming foods and drinks rich…

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! What if you could write your own episode of a hit show without a crew or cameras, only a prompt? That’s exactly what a San Francisco startup called Fable is aiming to do with its new artificial intelligence platform, Showrunner. Now it has Amazon’s backing through the Alexa Fund. While the exact amount of the investment hasn’t been disclosed, Amazon’s involvement signals growing interest in AI-powered entertainment. Fable describes Showrunner as the “Netflix of AI,” a place where anyone can type in a few words and instantly generate an episode.Sign up for my…

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Melania, Ivanka, Arnold Schwarzenegger & Hollywood Grieve Loss Of ‘Turning Point’ CEO Charlie KirkConservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was tragically shot dead while addressing students during his American Comeback Tour at Utah Valley University. His death sparked an outpouring of grief from both political and entertainment circles. Melania Trump shared heartfelt condolences to Kirk’s wife and young children, while Donald Trump Jr remembered him as “like a little brother” and an inspiration to millions. Hollywood stars including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Chris Pratt, and Jimmy Kimmel also paid tribute, Schwarzenegger urged Americans to step back from extremism, Pratt prayed for Kirk’s family,…

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If you’ve just started a new strength-training routine and are trying to build muscle mass, you may be wondering how many calories you should be eating to meet your body composition goals.  To build muscle, you need to consume the right number of calories along with a balanced mix of macronutrients to fuel growth without leading to excess fat gain, which can be tricky.  To help clarify the confusion, we asked experts to explain how many calories are needed for muscle growth. To give your body the energy it needs to repair and build muscle, you need a modest calorie surplus.…

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After more than two years of civil war, more than 25 million people are now acutely hungry and at least 20 million require health services urgently.The UN World Food Programme (WFP) also warned that displaced families in some areas have not received any aid for three months, as it announced that for the first time, funding shortfalls have forced it to pull back support in areas where it does not have access.“The scale of needs in Sudan are so big that we have to make tough decisions on who receives assistance and who doesn’t. Those are heartbreaking decisions to make,” said…

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Viasna/OdnoklassikiJulia Fenner was given a seven-year jail term last monthUK-Belarus dual citizen Julia Fenner, who is the wife of a British diplomat, has been freed from prison by Belarus as part of a broader release agreed with the US.She had been given a long jail term last month after being detained on the border as she entered Belarus in March 2024. UK Europe Minister Stephen Doughty said “it is great news that a British national has been brought home”. Fifty-two prisoners were freed from Belarus on Thursday as part of an agreement between US President Donald Trump and authoritarian leader…

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Authorities have taken into custody the person they suspect of shooting and killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday at a Utah university campus event.Tyler Robinson, 22, was taken into custody in St. George, Utah, on Friday, authorities said.Robinson’s father recognized him as the person being sought by police after authorities distributed photographs.Tyler Robinson, 22 has been identified as the person suspected of shooting and killing Charlie Kirk.FacebookThe father initially told Robinson to turn himself in. Robinson initially said no, but later changed his mind, officials said.The father then called a youth pastor, who is also a U.S. Marshals task…

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Melania, Ivanka, Arnold Schwarzenegger & Hollywood Grieve Loss Of ‘Turning Point’ CEO Charlie KirkConservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was tragically shot dead while addressing students during his American Comeback Tour at Utah Valley University. His death sparked an outpouring of grief from both political and entertainment circles. Melania Trump shared heartfelt condolences to Kirk’s wife and young children, while Donald Trump Jr remembered him as “like a little brother” and an inspiration to millions. Hollywood stars including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Chris Pratt, and Jimmy Kimmel also paid tribute, Schwarzenegger urged Americans to step back from extremism, Pratt prayed for Kirk’s family,…

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For decades, Americans have been told to choose low-fat or fat-free dairy—but whole milk could be making a creamy comeback. A new report, released Tuesday by the Trump administration, outlined a strategy to improve childhood health. One part of that strategy includes removing restrictions on whole milk sales in schools, which would allow districts to offer full-fat dairy options alongside other reduced-fat options. With this momentum around full-fat dairy, it’s worth a closer look: Is switching to whole milk really a healthier choice than reduced-fat milk? Here’s what to know. Since 1985, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans have suggested low-…

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Melania, Ivanka, Arnold Schwarzenegger & Hollywood Grieve Loss Of ‘Turning Point’ CEO Charlie KirkConservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was tragically shot dead while addressing students during his American Comeback Tour at Utah Valley University. His death sparked an outpouring of grief from both political and entertainment circles. Melania Trump shared heartfelt condolences to Kirk’s wife and young children, while Donald Trump Jr remembered him as “like a little brother” and an inspiration to millions. Hollywood stars including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Chris Pratt, and Jimmy Kimmel also paid tribute, Schwarzenegger urged Americans to step back from extremism, Pratt prayed for Kirk’s family,…

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Caio QueroHead of BBC News BrasilGetty ImagesBrazil’s ex-president has been convicted of plotting a coupIn September 2018, as Jair Bolsonaro campaigned in the south-eastern city of Juiz de Fora, a 40-year-old man pushed through the crowd and stabbed the presidential candidate in the stomach. Images of Bolsonaro doubled over in pain, wearing a T-shirt in Brazil’s football colours, were shared millions of times and broadcast endlessly on television.The former army captain survived, and the shock and commotion caused by the attack boosted his outsider image and helped carry him to victory weeks later.Seven years on, Brazil’s Supreme Court has found…

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Secondary schools in two neighbouring towns in the Netherlands were told to shut on Friday because of a spate of violence involving two groups of young people.All five schools in Beverwijk and Heemskerk have been closed in a bid to restore calm after images circulated of teenagers being attacked, along with AI-generated videos showing fake explosions at two schools.Beverwijk Mayor Martijn Smit has issued a three-day emergency order, banning all gatherings of three or more people and designating areas as “high-risk” to prevent potential gun use.”Parents were worried about their children going into school,” Smit told NOS Radio, “so it…

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A model from Swiss watchmaker Swatch named “WHAT IF…TARIFFS?” with the numbers 3 and 9 reversed on its face, as a play on the 39% import tariffs that U.S. President Donald Trump slapped on Switzerland last month, is pictured on wrist at a Swatch shop in Geneva, Switzerland, September 12, 2025. Pierre Albouy | ReutersWatchmaker Swatch has launched a special edition model in a dig at U.S. President Donald Trump’s punitive 39% tariffs against Switzerland.Dubbed the “WHAT IF…TARIFFS?” model, the watch face switches the position of the three and nine in reference to the 39% U.S. levy imposed on Swiss…

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The Dutch public broadcaster, Avrotros, has confirmed the Netherlands will also boycott next year’s Eurovision song contest if Israel is involved.It follows Irish broadcaster RTÉ, which has said it will not take part if Israel does “given the ongoing and appalling loss of lives in Gaza”.Eurovision will take place next in May 2026 in Vienna after Austrian singer JJ won this year following a nail-biting finish that saw him topple Israel from pole position at the very last minute.In a statement which echoed RTÉ’s, Avrotros said it too could no longer justify Israel’s inclusion “given the ongoing and severe human…

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Melania, Ivanka, Arnold Schwarzenegger & Hollywood Grieve Loss Of ‘Turning Point’ CEO Charlie KirkConservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was tragically shot dead while addressing students during his American Comeback Tour at Utah Valley University. His death sparked an outpouring of grief from both political and entertainment circles. Melania Trump shared heartfelt condolences to Kirk’s wife and young children, while Donald Trump Jr remembered him as “like a little brother” and an inspiration to millions. Hollywood stars including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Chris Pratt, and Jimmy Kimmel also paid tribute, Schwarzenegger urged Americans to step back from extremism, Pratt prayed for Kirk’s family,…

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