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1,000-Lb. Sisters’ Amy Slaton Reveals Her Biggest Weight-Loss Obstacle - Exclusive YouTube By Kelsie Calderon/Feb. 1, 2021 3:43 pm EST It’s not easy to lose weight — just ask, well, anybody. With so many flavorful foods out there, it’s no wonder that it’s such a feat. Luckily, we can turn our televisions to TLC to see Amy and Tammy Slaton working at it along with us. It always helps to know that someone else is in the same boat as you — and it’s always helped the 1,000-Lb....

Alec Baldwin Reveals Why He’s Stepping Away From Twitter Jamie Mccarthy/Getty Images By Cassidy Anthony/Jan. 19, 2021 3:58 pm EST Without citing a specific reason, actor Alec Baldwin announced yesterday, January 18, that he would be temporarily leaving Twitter. “Goodbye for now,” he said in his final tweet before hopping off the grid. While the exact reason isn’t clear, speculation suggests that his reason for jumping ship might be related to recent controversies surrounding his wife, Hilaria Baldwin, allegedly engaging in cultural appropriation (via CNN)....

Don’t Use Boric Acid Until You Read This Shutterstock By Camila Barbeito/March 5, 2021 9:20 pm EST If you’re curious about giving boric acid a shot, it’s safe to say you’re not alone – the antiviral and antifungal treatment has been used for centuries, making it suitable for a wide variety of uses (via Healthline). Although boric acid is most commonly used for chronic yeast infections, according to Dr. Axe, it can also be used to treat athlete’s foot and acne....

Fantasia Barrino Opens Up About Her Fertility Struggles Maury Phillips/Getty Images By Shana Aborn/Dec. 17, 2020 2:08 pm EST Fantasia Barrino has always been a woman of faith: She’s the daughter of a minister mom and grew up singing in church prior to her big win on American Idol. She credits her faith with helping her overcome her many life struggles, including her most recent one: the journey to becoming a mother again....

Here’s Where You Know The Actors In The Dr Pepper & Cream Soda Commercial From YouTube By Melissa Willets/Jan. 30, 2021 2:28 pm EST A Dr Pepper & Cream Soda commercial is making waves not only because it’s super hilarious, but because many people are watching the spot and thinking — Wait, I know those guys! Indeed, the two actors who sing a song about soda set to the tune of “Sister Christian” are Justin Guarini and Will Green....

Inside Regis Philbin’s Relationship With Kathie Lee Gifford Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images By Melissa Willets/July 25, 2020 5:09 pm EST Legendary television host Regis Philbin has passed away at the age of 88, People confirms. In a statement, his family said the star died of natural causes, adding, “We thank his fans and admirers for their incredible support over his 60-year career and ask for privacy as we mourn his loss....

Romney is one of the first to offer President-elect Biden his congratulations Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images It should come as no surprise that Romney is also one of the first within the senior GOP ranks to congratulate President-elect Joe Biden on his win, and Romney took to Twitter to do just that. “Ann and I extend our congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. We know both of them as people of good will and admirable character....

The ‘Offensive’ Super Bowl Ad That Has Twitter Seeing Red Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images By Angela Campbell/Feb. 8, 2021 3:40 pm EST Let’s face it. Many people only watch the Super Bowl for the commercials, and there are always standouts — both good and bad. Social media users quickly placed Cure Auto Insurance’s “Whip It Out” in the bad category with some saying the commercial trivializes sexual harassment in the workplace....

This 1-ingredient ice cream is versatile Shutterstock If the simplicity of a one-ingredient banana nice cream makes you think the dessert is a one-trick pony, think again. If you enjoy a more soft-serve consistency, enjoy the treat as soon as it’s been blended. If you want a firmer, more traditional frozen treat, freeze the blended nice cream in an airtight container for at least two hours before scooping and serving (via New York Times)....

“Mattress Mack” and his warehouse shelters Knowing that so many people were being displaced from their homes, local mattress store owner Jim McIngvale, known locally as “Mattress Mack,” opened up his company’s two showrooms as makeshift shelters. NPR reported that as the flooding began, McIngvale shared a video online inviting anyone to seek shelter with him. He even provided his personal phone number. “We sell home theater furniture that you watch TV in, they’re sleeping on that....

Methanol in hand sanitizer is toxic The CDC says methanol is used as a solvent, pesticide, and as a fuel source. Anyone exposed to methanol can experience nausea, vomiting, headaches, and blurred vision. Under extreme circumstances, methanol can cause permanent blindness, seizures, permanent damage to the nervous system, and it can kill. The FDA has also said that it has already seen an increase in potential methanol poisoning cases, “including blindness, cardiac effects, effects on the central nervous system, and hospitalizations and death, primarily reported to poison control centers and state departments of health....

The Huge Role Hillary Clinton Played In Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Career Shannon Finney/Getty Images By Melissa Willets/Sept. 18, 2020 9:18 pm EST Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Supreme Court Justice, has died, reports Time. The outlet’s headline says she left behind a legacy for women (and men). No one would agree more than Hillary Clinton, who immediately shared a tribute to the 87-year-old on Twitter. “Justice Ginsburg paved the way for so many women, including me....

Free stuff comes with a price Twitter The BBB further cautions about your personal details, “Once the information is out there on the internet, it could be used for numerous crooked enterprises.” If you suspect you might have been targeted by a brushing scam, you’ll need to make sure your personal data hasn’t been compromised by checking our bank statements and credit card reports (via CNN). But if your mysterious package happens to be full of seeds from China, as people in all 50 states have discovered in the past week, CNN says you’d be wise to contact your state plant regulatory official, and keep the packaging and mailing label intact for the U....

The Real Reason Clint Eastwood Isn’t On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images By Hanna Claeson/Nov. 30, 2020 2:30 pm EST Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny, Big Bird, the Simpsons, Kermit the Frog, Godzilla, Donald Duck, and Winnie the Pooh all have their stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (via the Dothan Eagle). Donald Trump has had his since 2007 (although, says The Guardian, his detractors have tried their best to demolish it)....

Elton John’s kids are the “best things that have ever happened” to him Dan Mullan/Getty Images Elton John is the definition of superstar, renowned for his unmistakable singing voice and incredible skill with the piano — both of which continue to garner the “Tiny Dancer” singer new generations of fans. However, while John has enjoyed decades of performing for sold-out arenas filled with fans singing every word of every song, the mega-star doesn’t consider his career his greatest accomplishment....

Taylor Zakhar Perez’s career is primed to explode Donato Sardella/Getty Images If Perez looks familiar, it’s likely because you’ve spotted him in bit parts in the high-profile likes of iCarly, Suburgatory, Awkward, Young and Hungry, and Scandal. His biggest role to date, according to his growing IMDb page, was in political TV series Embeds, which followed college grads working undercover for presidential campaigns. He’s fairly active on Instagram, posting plenty of outdoorsy activities as well as cute shots of his dog, Jack....

Bindi Irwin’s brother is an award-winning photographer Instagram When Robert Irwin isn’t busy saving animals, he’s busy traveling the world taking snapshots of them to share with those who don’t get out in nature much. “It’s a great tool to really get people connected with wildlife,” he explained to BUILD Series. Ever since he picked up a camera as only a kid, Bindi Irwin’s brother has won multiple international awards for his photography year after year....

Drink tequila (yes, really) Shutterstock Research from the American Chemical Society has shown that drinking tequila can help you lose weight. Wait, what? The short version is that the agave plant, the thing tequila is made from, contains natural sugars called agavins. Agavins are non-digestible and act as a dietary fiber, meaning they won’t raise blood glucose levels. In fact, consuming agavins can help lower blood sugar levels while also producing a hormone called GLP-1, which helps you feel fuller longer....

What Dr. Fauci Thinks Of Trump Getting Vaccinated Secretly Alex Wong/Getty Images By Christine-Marie Liwag Dixon/March 4, 2021 12:16 pm EST It recently came out that Donald Trump reportedly received the COVID-19 vaccine in January during his final days as president. His wife, Melania Trump, reportedly received the vaccine as well. While many well-known people have been vaccinated publicly in recent months in order to demonstrate that the vaccine is safe, Trump received his quietly with no press coverage....

What Home Town Fans Don’t Know About Erin And Ben Napier Gary Gershoff/Getty Images By Jennifer Aline Graham/Oct. 27, 2020 2:39 pm EST Those obsessed with watching couples go from demolition to decoration are surely obsessed with Home Town’s Erin and Ben Napier– a family taking over HGTV since 2016. Home Town was practically an instant success, giving hope to small town families and sparking genuine entertainment in those watching. Though many fans have followed couples like Chip and Joanna Gaines and Tarek El Moussa and Christina Anstead during their ups and downs, this family is authentically unique for many reasons....