Hundreds are injured after Taiwan is rocked by its strongest earthquake in 25 years. Plus, Hoda's morning routine, Read with Jenna's pick for April, and experts offer tips on how long you should work out every day. |
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A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan at 8 a.m. local time on Wednesday, killing nine people, injuring hundreds and toppling buildings in the island's most powerful tremor since 1999. At least 882 people were injured and 131 were trapped, officials said, and the number of casualties could rise in the coming days. "All around us things were falling off the walls and off shelves, smashing and crashing everywhere," one American who lives in Taiwan told NBC News. Here's the latest. |
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Having a dedicated morning routine is crucial when you have to get up at 3 a.m. to go to work. In the latest episode of her podcast, "Making Space," Hoda shares how writing in a journal and meditating for 20 minutes help her prepare for her day. The TODAY co-anchor also explains why she avoids checking her phone first thing in the morning. Continue reading. |
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Blueberries get plenty of attention for their health benefits, but blackberries pack a nutritious punch, too. The high-fiber, low-calorie snack is rich in compounds with anti-inflammatory properties that are good for your heart. Learn more here, including recipes to easily incorporate them into your diet. |
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The Read with Jenna selection for April is "The Husbands" by Holly Gramazio, which Jenna calls "a commentary on swiping and dating in the modern world." The protagonist meets a series of husbands who go up and down from a magic attic in her London home, prompting her to learn what qualities she likes most for a long-term relationship. Pick up your copy here. |
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Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. |
Jumping into a new routine could have you watching the clock and wondering how long you should be working out to get results. 30 minutes? An hour? Starting with just 20 minutes can help you get in the groove before moving on to longer workouts, but there's more to it than just a time limit. Here's what to know. |
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Allow us to do the meal-planning for you |
Food Network star Michael Symon has the perfect light dinner to get the grill fired up for spring. His grilled chicken paillard with snap pea salad is a classic French dish that involves marinating the chicken in a tasty mix of oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, Aleppo pepper, salt and black pepper. Get the recipe. |
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A little pick-me-up before you go. |
Dorilee Lavin was a divorced mom of three when she decided she was ready to meet someone. Three days later, she spotted a tall, dark-haired dad walking with his two daughters at her kids' school in Vermont. The two didn't cross paths again, so she went to Plan B. In a viral TikTok video, Lavin shared how she began hanging out at her children's school hoping to see the "hot dad." It ultimately worked, and now she and Sean Lavin are happily married with a blended family of five children. She hopes other single moms find hope in her story. "You say, 'I am open to this, I know what I want, and I am ready for those wants,' then you're on the path to your person," she told us. Read more here. |
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