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A recent literature review investigates whether turmeric may be useful for treating cancer. The authors conclude that it might be but note that there are many challenges to overcome before it makes it to the clinic. Turmeric is a member of the ginger family. Native to India and Southeast Asia, …

For the first time since his father Rocky Johnson‘s passing, Dwayne Johnson is speaking out. Taking to his Instagram account, The Rock posted a video of his father during his championship wrestling days and captioned it with a heartfelt tribute. “I love you. You broke color barriers, became a ring legend …

McKenzie Adams, a 9-year-old girl who had dreams of becoming a scientist, committed suicide at her grandmother’s home in Linden, Alabama in in December 2018. Now, her mother is suing her elementary school for failing to protect the young girl. Jasmine Adams is reportedly suing US Jones Elementary School not …

Global health policymakers have announced that they are investigating the emergence of a new virus — one very similar to the dangerous severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) virus — in Thailand and Japan, hinting at worries that it could spread farther. Share on PinterestCases of a new SARS-like virus have …

RZA’s latest film, Cut Throat City, is set to premiere at SXSW 2020 in Austin, Texas, according to a release from the festival. The film is slated to star actor Shameik Moore and relay the story of four boyhood friends in New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward who return after Hurricane …

The dead body of a Philadelphia man who was left in a trash bin and thrown off the side of a bridge has been identified as 22-year-old Darius Cheeseboro. The suspects of the heinous crime remain at large. Police became aware of the body on Tuesday (Jan. 14) after …

Tom Steyer with former president of the North Carolina Democratic Party’s African American Caucus Linda Wilkins-Daniels and Johnnie Cordero, president of the Black Caucus of the South Carolina Democratic Party, at the co-moderating the “Conversation with Tom Steyer” event at Clinton College, in Rock Hill, S.C. Photo: Courtesy of the …

Many people believe that eye exercises can help improve vision or treat eye conditions. Although there is limited evidence to suggest that eye exercises can actually enhance vision, eye exercises can help with eye strain, certain eye conditions, and overall well-being. Eye exercises can be particularly helpful for people who …

Earlier this month, French Montana pissed off social media when he took to his Instagram and posted a video spoiler of the midseason premiere of Power on January 5. The move was the culmination of a battle French was having with 50 Cent, who is the Starz series’ executive producer. …

No new album, and no boyfriend. Rihanna has reportedly split from her billionaire boyfriend of three years. Sources confirm the musician and Saudi businessman Hassan Jameel have called it quits. Details of the breakup are not yet known. However, just a few months ago they appeared to be a …