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Belly fat refers to fat accumulation around the midsection and can be divided into two categories: subcutaneous fat (under the skin) and visceral fat (around the organs). Your body only has so much capacity to store fat under the skin before it begins accumulating around your organs. Visceral fat is linked to cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and several other metabolic diseases. Targeted exercises and lifestyle changes can help you reduce your body fat. Exercise helps increase the amount of calories you burn, your metabolism, and your muscle mass, which can help lower fat stores and improve internal health. Moderate intensity…

Arkansas Shooter Frenzy UNRAVELS: Police Claim Nothing Happened As Internet ‘Finds’ The ‘Gunman’ Source link

Also, visiting a knockoff Starbucks in North Korea. Source link

After Hurricane Katrina, Congress passed a law to strengthen the nation’s disaster response. FEMA employees say the Trump administration has reversed that progress. Source link

The new Cracker Barrel logo is seen on a menu inside the restaurant on Aug. 21, 2025 in Pembroke Pines, Florida.Joe Raedle | Getty ImagesCracker Barrel Old Country Store on Monday issued a statement responding to the widespread backlash it faced last week over its rebranding and new logo.”If the last few days have shown us anything, it’s how deeply people care about Cracker Barrel. We’re truly grateful for your heartfelt voices,” the company wrote. “You’ve also shown us that we could’ve done a better job sharing who we are and who we’ll always be.”The new logo removes the image…

Lyle and Erik Menendez opened up about the brutal murders of their parents during long-awaited parole hearings last week, revealing their perspectives on the infamous crime that’s captivated the nation for decades.The case began on Aug. 20, 1989, when 21-year-old Lyle Menendez and 18-year-old Erik Menendez fatally shot their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in the den of the family’s Beverly Hills, California, home. The brothers said they committed the murders in self-defense after years of sexual abuse by their father.Last week, Erik and Lyle Menendez appeared at their first parole hearings, where both were denied release. In separate hearings…

In the Oval Office, President Trump met his South Korean counterpart as the relationship between their countries has been strained. Source link

A French helicopter crew have survived after the aircraft they were travelling in crashed into lake while trying to collect water to fight wildfires.An eyewitness filmed the helicopter descending on the body of water carrying a vessel for collecting water, before appearing to lose control and ending up in the lake in Rosporden, north-western France.According to a statement from the local municipality, the pilot, the officer aboard the helicopter, and a witness were taken to a local hospital, with no fatalities reported.In a statement on social media, Mayor of Rosporden Michel Loussouarn said authorities had taken measures to contain the…

A bipartisan pair of members of Congress made the first official U.S. visit there since the fall of the Assad government, arguing that it was time to permanently lift American sanctions. Source link

Erik Russell worked at Cracker Barrel for several years. Now a brand designer, he warns the company is committing “one of the cardinal branding sins.” The online backlash that ensued following Cracker Barrel’s multi-million-dollar re-branding effort was a lot more than just losing an illustration of an older man in rustic clothing resting his arm on top of a wooden barrel.  Cracker Barrel is far from the only company to revamp its image, but its decision to do so struck an unexpected chord with customers because it risked erasing a cherished sense of nostalgia, according to experts. The old folksy image…

And that’s “How It’s Done.”Netflix capitalized on its chart-topping “KPop Demon Hunters” over the weekend with a two-day theatrical release of its new sing-along version.Box office analysts spent much of Sunday trying to determine exactly how well the animated feature performed, relying on anonymous executives from rival studios and scraped data from ticket sales sites. Estimates range from $16 million to $20 million for the sing-along’s domestic run.That’s smaller than recent domestic theatrical re-releases like “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” and the 15th anniversary screenings of “Coraline” — which generated $25 million and $33 million, respectively — but higher…

Bryan Kohberger Pleads For Transfer; Handwritten Letter Details Prison ThreatsLess than a month after receiving his life sentence, Bryan Kohberger wrote a desperate handwritten plea to prison officials asking to be transferred from his cell block. Dated July 30, the letter, now circulating online, describes constant flooding in his cell and relentless verbal harassment from fellow inmates. Kohberger claimed prisoners shouted sexual threats, with one even vowing to assault him. An incident report later confirmed he was targeted with vulgar language on multiple occasions. However, despite substantiating the harassment, officials denied his request, citing no clear aggressor. Staff reportedly told…

Pineapple is a delicious and deeply satisfying tropical fruit—if you pick the right one. There’s nothing worse than looking forward to a juicy bite of pineapple only to realize it’s overripe or not sweet enough. To help you avoid the disappointment of picking pineapples that taste like cardboard, we asked dietitians and food scientists for their go-to signs that the fruit will meet your expectations. A ripe pineapple should smell sweet and fragrant at the bottom. As pineapples mature, they convert acidity into sugar, creating that iconic aroma, explains Jennifer Pallian, BSc, RD, a registered dietitian, food scientist, and recipe developer.…

President Donald Trump tried to ban TikTok during his first term, but during his second term he says he is a “fan” of the social video-sharing app. U.S. leaders have done a stunning about-face on TikTok, leaving the public to question whether years of dire warnings about a national security threat were overstated from the start. Just four years ago, President Donald Trump tried to ban the short-form video app outright, declaring that its Chinese ownership through ByteDance posed “credible” dangers to American data and security. Now, his White House boasts an official TikTok account, and the president dismisses those…

Many people swap whole eggs for egg whites, as the whites are lower in calories and cholesterol but still high in protein. However, egg yolks can provide essential nutrients that support muscle and bone health. It’s important to consider your health goals when choosing between whole eggs and egg whites. Whole eggs and egg whites can both be nutritious parts of a balanced diet. Egg whites are low in calories and free of cholesterol. They are a popular choice for people who are managing their weight or trying to lower their dietary cholesterol. In comparison, whole eggs give you protein…

Flight Logs, Subpoenas & Secrets: Why Maxwell Was Celebrated At Clinton Global Initiative Source link

The “Old Town Road” singer was arrested in Los Angeles on Aug. 21. Source link

‘The Big Money Show’ panelists react to Cracker Barrel’s failing rebrand as shares of the iconic chain take a steep hit. Cracker Barrel admitted on Monday that it “could’ve done a better job sharing who we are and who we’ll always be” after customers expressed outrage over the restaurant chain’s new logo. “If the last few days have shown us anything, it’s how deeply people care about Cracker Barrel. We’re truly grateful for your heartfelt voices,” the company said. “You’ve also shown us that we could’ve done a better job sharing who we are and who we’ll always be.”The company…

Cracker Barrel is facing backlash after rolling out its redesigned interiors and new logo. Source link

A G.O.P. request for information and interviews comes amid Trump administration claims that crime in the capital is worse than it appears. Source link

Caught on Camera: Hungry Bear Breaks Into Ice Cream Parlor and Leaves Chaos Behind Source link

An aerial view of a cargo ship being loaded with shipping containers at the Port of Baltimore in Baltimore, Maryland, on August 7, 2025. Jim Watson | Afp | Getty ImagesPostal carriers across Europe are planning to suspend some shipments to the U.S. as the nations prepare for the end of a longstanding trade rule.Certain shipments from Germany, Spain, France, Belgium, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway and Switzerland are due to be paused in the coming days and weeks after President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending the century-old “de minimis” exemption.The trade policy, sometimes referred to as a “loophole,”…

Turmeric is a spice long used in the traditional medicine of several countries, including China and India, to treat pain and inflammation. Western herbal medicine practices also value turmeric for its ability to help reduce inflammation. The primary compound in turmeric responsible for its inflammation-reducing properties is curcumin. Research suggests that regular consumption of turmeric can help with diseases that occur as a result of long-term inflammation, such as Alzheimer’s disease, obesity, arthritis, and type 2 diabetes. In several studies, many people who took turmeric to reduce inflammation saw results between four and 12 weeks. However, results took longer for some…

Jameela Jamil SLAMS Serena Williams Over Weight Loss Drugs: “Comes At A Price” Source link