The U.S. airman who lit himself on fire in protest of the Israel-Hamas war was identified. Plus, a woman lost a large insurance claim after she was seen hurling a huge Christmas tree, Wendy's plans to testing out surge pricing on its menu, and longevity tips from the oldest living American. |
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The U.S. Air Force member who set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C., in a protest against the Israel-Hamas war on Sunday was identified yesterday as Aaron Bushnell. The 25-year-old airman from Massachusetts, who served at a base in San Antonio, filmed himself yelling "Free Palestine" before collapsing to the ground. He called the Israeli attack on Gaza "genocide." He then doused himself over the head with a liquid from a water bottle and set himself ablaze. Bushnell later died at a hospital from his injuries. Here's the latest. |
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Does this look like a woman who's suffered "debilitating pain" from a car accident? An Irish judge didn't think so. Kamila Grabska, 36, had an $820,000 insurance claim dismissed by a court in Limerick after the above photo surfaced. Grabska said in court documents that a 2017 car accident left her unable to work, lift groceries or play with her children, the Irish Independent newspaper reported. Her case fell apart when a photo appeared in that paper a year after her accident showing Grabska launching the winning toss in a Christmas tree throwing contest. Continue reading. |
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That Wendy's Biggie Bag you're craving may soon cost more depending on what time of day you order it. The burger chain's new president said it plans on investing $20 million in new digital menu boards that can change the price of items throughout the day, according to Nation's Restaurant News. It's part of a plan to begin testing dynamic pricing in 2025, which involves increasing or decreasing the price for items depending on demand. Read more. |
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The death of a 116-year-old California woman last week has made Houston resident Elizabeth Francis, 114, the oldest living American. Francis, who was born on July 25, 1909, shared with TODAY.com the reasons for her amazing longevity, including the most important factor — "the good Lord's good blessing." She also said staying connected to friends, eating home-cooked meals and having a purpose have helped keep her young. See her tips here. |
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Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. |
That weary trip to the bathroom to pee in the middle of the night is not only annoying, it could be a sign of an underlying health condition. Nocturia is the term for regularly waking up more than once during the night to urinate. It could be due to an overactive bladder or drinking too many liquids before bed, or it could be a sign of infection. Sleep disorders, diabetes and medication side effects can also play a role. We have 7 tips from experts to help you avoid trudging to the toilet overnight, plus when you should see a doctor. |
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Lean chicken and vegetables are staples of healthy eating, but don't forget about fish! This four-ingredient air fryer salmon from "Everyday Grand" cookbook author Jocelyn Delk Adams only takes 20 minutes to make. Top the salmon with a sauce made of honey, soy sauce and minced garlic and pair it with beans and broccoli for a protein-filled weeknight dinner. Get the recipe, and map out the rest of the week with our Start TODAY heart-healthy meal plan. |
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A little pick-me-up before you go. |
Evelyn Mae Mathas is only a year old but she's already living that "Golden Girls" life. In a series of adorable TikTok videos, the toddler's grandmother gives her a "wet set" bouffant hairstyle that has her ready to hit the early-bird special with Dorothy, Rose and Blanche. In one video, Evelyn Mae dresses in her purple sparkly jacket, grabs her purse full of Werther's Original candies and drives her tiny car, presumably on the way to Bingo. "She sold me some Mary Kay last week!" one commenter wrote. "She also makes a mean pot roast." See the cute videos here. |
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