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A negative COVID test before heading home can’t guarantee that you’ll be COVID-free when you see everyone. The New York Times points out that “false negatives are common with coronavirus testing—whether it’s a laboratory PCR test or a rapid antigen test—because it takes time for the virus to build up to detectable levels in your body.” Additionally, you could pick up the virus after you had the test—while grocery shopping or even filling up your gas tank....

A representative for the baker told Entertainment Tonight that the accident happened in Valastro’s home bowling alley last September. “There was a malfunction with the bowling pinsetter, a common fix in the past, but it turned into a terrible accident,” the rep said. “After trying to release the bowling pin from the cage mechanism, his right hand became lodged and compressed inside the unit.” His teenage sons, Buddy and Marco, had to cut their father’s hand out of the pinsetter with a saw....

According to Hayley Yager, bookstagrammer and blogger of Backpacking Bookworm, there are a few key factors that go into selecting the right audiobook for a road trip. To maximize your listening experience, she recommends looking for “engaging and authentic narrators,” who will keep your attention. Second, consider the genres or types of books you’re most interested in. Podcast-lovers might prefer a non-fiction pick, and if you’ve always wanted to learn about some historical or contemporary figure, a biography or memoir could be a great option....

Sure, West Coast cities have their undeniable charm, but to really get a feel for the region visit some of its small towns, which have a lot of the same amenities as the larger cities—beaches, great restaurants, and a lot of fun things to do—but without the traffic, hassle and stress, and with a whole lot of cuteness. Here are our choices for the cutest small towns on the West Coast....

It’s easy to assume you’ll feel a tick sucking your blood or see its body burrowing into your arm, but that’s often not the case. Experts say these bugs usually make a run for more concealed parts of the body. According to Healthline, once a tick is on your body, it’s most likely to migrate to a more desirable spot which for them includes the armpits, groin, or hair. So, when checking for ticks, these are the spots to survey....

While the other women on The Real Housewives of New York City spent their time navigating their spouses, children, expensive apartments, and homes in the Hamptons, Bethenny Frankel spent her first couple years on the show working for herself. The only single woman in the show’s early seasons, Frankel was often looked at as a sad figure without a husband or kids. Little did they know, she was busy amassing a brand empire, under the banner of her Skinnygirl cocktails....

To keep things from spinning too wildly out of control, we’re focusing on primetime, scripted, non-anthology series—with apologies to the soap operas, news programs, and late-night shows that have redefined staying power. With that in mind, take a look at our ranking of the 40 longest-running American TV shows ever made, from least to most episodes. And for more television nostalgia, revisit these 20 Beloved TV Shows You Won’t Believe Are 20 Years Old....

READ THIS NEXT: The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the U.S. for a Stress-Free Getaway. Vegas is nothing if not over the top with everything it offers, whether it’s dining, entertainment, or accommodations. Why should the city’s art scene be any different? “Area 15, located off the strip, is an immersive art and entertainment complex that houses popular attractions like Meow Wolf’s mind-blowing Omega Mart, Dueling Axes, Todd English’s magnificent restaurant The Beast, and so much more,” says Casandra Karpiak, travel blogger and co-founder of Savoteur....

READ THIS NEXT: 7 Tips on Playing the Slots Without Losing It All. When it comes to bringing the right kind of energy to casinos, there may be nowhere else in the world that does it quite as well as the one and only Las Vegas. But anyone looking for a more high-brow experience might find they can still avoid the high-adrenaline or party-heavy ambiance that tends to dominate the more well-known venues on the Strip....

READ THIS NEXT: Ross Dress for Less Is Under Fire for Doing This to Shoppers Without Asking. When the clock strikes midnight as Dec. 31 comes to a close, we celebrate the official start of a new year. But for retailers, the year isn’t over on Jan. 1, as they utilize a “retail calendar” instead. This calendar lines up holidays and makes sure that each period has the same number of days so that it’s easier for stores to do sales comparisons with previous years and pinpoint optimal times for sales and marketing events, according to retail software company Brightway....

Based on a new study published in their Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, the CDC has some suggestions that can reduce potential exposure to COVID aerosols by up to 95 percent. According to the health authority, you can either “double mask” by layering a cloth mask over a surgical mask, or add something else on top of your mask to enforce the outer seal and prevent air leakage or gaps, like a mask fitter or a sleeve made of sheer nylon hosiery....

The CDC document defines an “area of concern” as a county where the “disease burden is high and still growing,” looking at the incidences of COVID and the change in daily incidences over the last two weeks. According to the CDC data, the numbers in the following 10 counties—which span states from Arkansas to Colorado, and Nebraska to Virginia—are raising the most red flags. These could very well be the next coronavirus hotspots....

READ THIS NEXT: If You’re Over 60, the FBI Has a Major New Warning for You. Part of the FBI’s job is to protect the safety of those across the country by issuing warnings. In Jan. 2021, the FBI joined forces with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to alert Americans about scammers attempting to sell fake COVID vaccines at a time in which many people were eagerly awaiting their change to get vaccinated....

As doses of the coveted immunizations begin to run thin in many areas, health officials are growing concerned that speeding through supplies could mean that patients won’t be able to receive their vital second shot on time, which is scheduled to be three to four weeks after the first. But in a statement released to CNN on Jan. 23, the FDA updated their guidance on the interval of time between the two doses, saying that a slightly longer wait would not jeopardize the effectiveness of the vaccine....

This is not the first time Vergara has opened up about having thyroid cancer and how it changed her life. Read on to see what she’s shared about her experience over the years and on the Stand Up To Cancer special. RELATED: Al Roker Is Warning Everyone to Do This After His Cancer Diagnosis. Vergara’s journey to finding out she had thyroid cancer began when she took her son, Manolo Gonzalez Vergara, to an appointment with an endocrinologist....

RELATED: The IRS Is Now Warning You to Do This Before Filing Your Taxes. Erin Collins, the National Taxpayer Advocate with the IRS, recently caused confusion among taxpayers about whether or not medical marijuana purchases are deductible on your federal taxes, Marijuana Moment reported on Feb. 14. During a Feb. 10 interview with C-SPAN’s Washington Journal, a Nevada-based resident asked Collins why he couldn’t find an option to deduct cannabis purchases while using the tax service provider TurboTax....

READ THIS NEXT: The Fruit You Should Eat, Based on Your Zodiac Sign. Lauren Ash is a celebrity astrologer and lifestyle writer. She writes weekly columns for Best Life and Glam, and hosts the weekly astrology and pop culture podcast Birth Chart Pls. Follow Lauren on Twitter and Instagram or subscribe to her blog for monthly horoscopes. Outspoken Aries loves to lead the pack and set the trends. Though you’re known for your fiery temper, you also have a hidden soft side and are a loyal friend....

Rescue inhalers—generally containing albuterol—are intended only to be used during an asthma attack, although many people end up using their inhalers as a daily crutch. Not only can overusing your inhaler cause problems down the line, but it also won’t really address the issue at hand. While inhalers are great for fast-acting relief in the midst of an asthma attack or before engaging in an activity that may induce an asthma attack, they won’t help general daily symptoms....

READ THIS NEXT: The Most Trustworthy Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers. You might be surprised to see this charming and extroverted sign here, but it’s exactly this confident nature that gets them into trouble. Leos are so sure of themselves “that they truly don’t believe anyone would dare take advantage of them,” explains Charlotte Kirsten, founder of the astrology blog Typically Topical. “A few calculated compliments and a Leo is sold, resulting in them accidentally adopting some of the fakest people into their circle....

READ THIS NEXT: The Most Opinionated Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers. Capricorns are hyperfocused on finding success and don’t need other people to make it happen. Astrologer and spiritual healer Emily Newman describes this sign as “diligent, self-sufficient, and hardworking.” She says “they prefer not to rely on anyone for their finances or employment.” Many Capricorns are freelancers or own their own businesses because they like to be in control when it comes to their careers....