Monday, 6 February 2023

Earthquakes devastate Turkey and Syria, leaving more than 1,300 dead.

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Two massive earthquakes have left more than 1,300 dead in Turkey and neighboring Syria, with the death toll expected to increase on both sides of the border. Plus, a tearful Beyoncé, an indifferent Ben Affleck, a hip-hop tribute for the ages, and all the fashion, snubs and surprises from last night's Grammy Awards.

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More than 1,300 are dead after two massive earthquakes rock Turkey and Syria.

A 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit southern Turkey this morning, killing more than 1,300 people in Turkey and neighboring Syria. The death toll is expected to increase as residents and rescuers search the rubble for survivors amid freezing temperatures. Later Monday, after a series of aftershocks, a second 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the region. Turkish president President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the death toll reached at least 912 people in his country, with 5,383 more wounded. Here's the latest.

🎵 Beyoncé, Harry Styles and an epic hip-hop tribute highlight the Grammy Awards.

Beyoncé delivered a tearful speech after winning her 32nd Grammy Award last night to give her the most in history, and then received a sweet tribute from Lizzo after Lizzo won record of the year for "About Damn Time." Harry Styles won album of the year, leaving Beyoncé still searching for her first win in that category, and audience members yelled Beyoncé's name when Styles accepted the award. The night also featured a star-studded hip-hop tribute, a less-than-excited Ben Affleck and of course, plenty of memorable fashion choices. See all the best red carpet looks, buzzworthy moments and award winners here.

A 64-year-old man living with back pain for decades shares how a new treatment changed his life.

Dennis Bassett's back has never been the same since he injured it in his 20s, despite countless hours of physical therapy, acupuncture, nerve blockers and more attempts to relieve the pain. Everything changed when he underwent an outpatient procedure to have a Reactiv8 device installed in his back last year. He turns it on twice daily for 30 minutes and says he feels "way better than before." Read about how the stimulation device has changed his life after decades of chronic pain.

💗 31 last-minute Valentine's Day gifts for him or her to order now in time for the holiday.

We're T-minus eight days from Valentine's Day, so the time is now to grab a thoughtful gift for that special person in your life. If you're short on suggestions, we have you covered with 31 ideas for men and women you can order now to have in time for the holiday. Shop here for jewelry, sunglasses, candles, cameras and more.

Live Better TODAY

Achieve your life goals with easy tips.

It doesn't take a complete lifestyle overhaul to improve your heart health. There are a few small changes you can make right now to avoid a trip to the cardiologist later. These 7 simple swaps in your diet and lifestyle, like eating a healthier breakfast or taking a walk instead of scrolling on the phone, can lower your risk of heart disease. See all the science-approved suggestions here.

What's for dinner?

Allow us to do the meal-planning for you.

Shake off the arctic winter and get the color back in your cheeks with this Quebec-style split pea soup with smoked ham from Canadian chef Chuck Hughes. The comforting meal is a traditional Quebecois dish able to warm up even the coldest ice fisherman. The soup is packed with veggies and tender pork simmered until it's easy to shred for a hearty dinner. Get the recipe.

Daily Delight

A little pick-me-up before you go.

An initial goal of sleeping outdoors for 10 days in a row has extended to more than 1,000 straight nights for 14-year-old Isaac Ortman. The Boy Scout from Duluth, Minnesota, made himself a bed in his backyard hammock in April 2020 and found out he loves it. He's even braved minus-38-degree temperatures during winters in Minnesota and camped out on vacation while his family stayed in a hotel. Isaac recently made one exception when a black bear showed up in the middle of the night. However, he doesn't plan on snoozing in a bed anytime soon. "I'm not out there to beat any world record," he told us. "I'm just here having fun in my backyard." Read his story.