Friday, 13 January 2023

Lisa Marie Presley's shocking death at 54.

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Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, is mourned after her shocking death at 54. Plus, Al Roker shares the warning signs that led to his recent health troubles, and deals on products that will help you reduce your screen time in 2023.

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Lisa Marie Presley, the daughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, died at 54.

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of music legend Elvis Presley and wife Priscilla Presley, died at 54 yesterday after being rushed to the hospital for an undisclosed medical emergency. "She was the most passionate strong and loving woman I have ever known," Priscilla, 77, said in a statement. Lisa Marie, herself a singer who released three albums, is survived by three of her children, actor Riley Keough, 33, and 14-year-old twins Harper and Finley Lockwood. Her son, Benjamin Keough, died by suicide at 27 in 2020. Lisa Marie and her mother had just attended the Golden Globes on Tuesday, where they watched Austin Butler win an award for playing her father. John Travolta, LeAnn Rimes, Andy Cohen and others paid tribute after the stunning news. Read more here.

✈️ Corrupt software is blamed for scores of flights being canceled. Here's how to know if you're eligible for a refund.

Thirty-year-old flight software created a failure that resulted in thousands of planes being grounded on Wednesday, a government official told NBC News yesterday. The system, which was installed in 1993, was affected by a corrupted file from an edit made by at least one and perhaps two government contractors, government sources told NBC News. Nearly 11,000 flights were delayed and another 1,300 were canceled. If you were one of those frustrated travelers, don't despair — here's how to know if you're eligible to get a refund.

Al Roker shares the important warning signs that led to his recent health battle: 'Doubled over in pain.'

TODAY's beloved weatherman, who recently returned after missing two months on the show due to medical issues, spoke to People about how he first realized something was wrong. He felt out of breath, his heart was racing while walking up the stairs at home, and then he was vomiting and "doubled over in pain" by the next day. Al was diagnosed with blood clots, likely due to a previous COVID-19 infection, that moved from his leg to his lungs. He also underwent a seven-hour surgery to fix a tear in a part of his small intestine that was causing internal bleeding. Read more about Al's ordeal here.

💻 Need a digital detox? These 17 products can help you (or your kids) cut down on screen time.

If one of your 2023 goals is to spend less time scrolling on your phone or staring at a computer screen, these tips can help you or your children build better habits. We have 17 expert-recommended products from "Wired" senior writer Lauren Goode that can help you change up your routine and bond with the family over something other than TV. From audiobooks to exercise equipment to a "cell phone jail," these products can help you put your phone away and break your time-sucking screen routine.

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Achieve your life goals with easy tips.

Should you wash your hair every day? It's a simple question, but the answer can be tricky, particularly for women due to different hair types, textures and personal preferences. Shampooing too frequently can make hair dry and brittle, but skipping it for too long can also irritate your scalp. A hairstylist told us a good rule of thumb is to leave at least two to three days between washes, and those with textured or curly hair can go five to seven days. We also have expert tips on how to shampoo for the best results, facts about the no shampoo, or "no poo," movement and 10 of the best shampoos and conditioners you can shop right now.

WHAT'S FOR DINNER?

Allow us to do the meal-planning for you.

Feel like you're eating a pizza, but enjoy the benefits of roasted veggies and arugula with this vegetable and herb goat cheese flatbread from TODAY culinary producer Katie Stilo. You can sprinkle on capers and olives for a caponata-inspired twist, or top it off with a hot honey drizzle to give it some extra kick. Get the recipe here.

DAILY DELIGHT

A little pick-me-up before you go.

Matthew Myslenski has been dreaming of going to Harvard University since he was 7, and when it became a reality, he couldn't help but scream with joy. The 17-year-old from Connecticut, who was born with cerebral palsy, has people cheering a viral video of his reaction to finding out he was accepted to the Ivy League school. Yells and hugs with his twin sister, Magdalena, were in order when he received the life-changing news on his laptop. "Not only did I have to challenge myself academically, I had to physically work to get to a point that I can do what I want to do," Matthew told NBC Connecticut. "I don't limit myself with anything, and I want to inspire others to not limit themselves either." See the joyous moment here.