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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Saint Petersburg, FL

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Akeena

Hey foodies and diner lovers! It looks like the beloved Metro Diner in St. Petersburg, known for its hearty portions and Guy Fieri's endorsement, has hit a bump in the road. This popular spot, famous for its pancakes, fried chicken and waffles, and mouthwatering meatloaf, has had to temporarily shut its doors due to some serious issues flagged by a recent state inspection.

Green mold, live roaches and live flying insects - Popular diner closed down in Florida

It is said that when a butterfly flaps its wings in one region of the earth, it could alter the weather patterns in a completely different part of the world. Known as the "butterfly effect," the theory suggests that the small gust of wind a butterfly produces on its morning quest for nectar could actually lead to a tsunami or tornado elsewhere. And though this sort of causation is no more than just a theory, the butterfly effect is a reminder that even the smallest of actions can have the greatest impact.

Why the "Butterfly Effect" Should Inspire You – Not Lead to Decision Anxiety

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Lincoln, NH

Welcome to the wonderful world of bacteria. This week, Legionella is trending after five people were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease in Lincoln, New Hampshire, per NBC News. The bacteria causes fever, cough, and shortness of breath, but some cases can cause Legionnaires' disease, or severe Legionella pneumonia, says Amesh Adalja, MD, an infectious disease physician and a senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center For Health Security.

Could Your A/C Give You Pneumonia? Here’s What to Know About Legionnaires' Disease

J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

New Orleans, LA

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. In "Pack With Me," influencers and editors give us a rundown of their travel must-haves and...

Everything Trell Thomas Packs for New Orleans, From Sunglasses to Skin Oil

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Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Cooking With Maryann

I grew up on these babies. This cookie is sweet nostalgia to me. There are so many variations to make it too, you really can't go wrong with it! For a super easy and fast cookie bar, these are a winner!

Magic Layer Bars aka Hello Dolly Bars

This recipe is sooo tasty! It truly is for garlic lovers! It involves sautéing onions and mushrooms in butter and oil until golden, then adding wine to reduce. Garlic, thyme, and parsley are stirred in for flavor, followed by seasoning with salt and pepper. The dish is garnished with additional parsley and served warm, making for a savory, aromatic side. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Garlic Mushrooms in Brown Butter Herb Sauce

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The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. PS editors are obsessed with Our Place's cookware and appliances, from the viral Always Pan and...

Our Place's Stackable Dinnerware Brings Contemporary-Chic Vibes to My Table

The way it's marketed, collagen sometimes sounds less like a supplement, and more like the fountain of youth. Purported benefits of collagen — a major structural protein in the body — range from glowing skin to strong nails and voluminous hair (although Harvard Medical School says large-scale trials are still needed to prove its hair health benefits). Proponents on social media call collagen powder their "secret" to good hair and skin, speaking to its efficacy, and encouraging others to give it a try. But before jumping on the bandwagon yourself, it pays to know a little about collagen side effects.

What to Know About Collagen Supplement Side Effects, According to Experts

I have always pictured myself having a morning routine like Rory and Lorelai Gilmore. If you haven't seen "Gilmore Girls," the plot is centered on the relationship between a mother and her teenage daughter, who are actually more like best friends. They live in a picturesque town called Stars Hollow and often begin their day over coffee at Luke's Diner. Time appears to stand still as they chat over bottomless refills.

I Tried the "5 to 9 Before 9 to 5" Trend and Felt Less Productive

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Shop the Best Products From PS's Sleep Collection at Walmart

Brat Girl has been out late every night since June, dressed in a rotation of neon green crop tops with various stains (one sweat, one vomit, one unidentifiable). All summer long, Brat has done Jell-O shots off strangers' abs and danced on elevated surfaces, taking nothing seriously but the pack of Parliaments in her pocket. But as summer winds down, fall startlingly within reach, a new girl has the internet's attention. While Brat nurses her hangover, this new girl is not overdoing it. She's not laying it on thick. She's respectful. She's cutesy. She's . . . demure. And she's sheepishly taking her turn in the spotlight.

Demure Fall Has Come For Brat Summer (Mindfully)

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, is currently looking for a loving home for Justine, an adorable little dog with a lot of love to give. Justine is approximately 5 years old and weighs around 9 pounds. She is a terrier mix who has quickly won the hearts of her foster family and everyone who meets her.

Meet The Little "Snuggle Buddy" Looking For Love

Morristown, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Sixteen individuals have been charged in connection with a widespread "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

16 Charged in Nationwide 'Grandparent Scam'; Millions Stolen

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What Experts Really Think About TikTok's \"Rejection Therapy\" Trend

Rejection is a huge fear for many people, but a trending form of \"therapy\" involves putting that fear front and center. With a quick scroll on...

Rejection is a huge fear for many people, but a trending form of "therapy" involves putting that fear front and center. With a quick scroll on...

What Experts Really Think About TikTok's "Rejection Therapy" Trend

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