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Scientists Answer Question of Why Women Live Longer than Men [VIDEO]

Jeff Easterling — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:28 +0000

On average, women live longer than men. All over the world, they just do. Scientist have finally figured out why that is. Research by scientists in Japan has shown that as men get older their bodies produce less T Cells and B Cells than women do. B Cells produce antibodies, and T Cells fight infections. [...]

Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, The 'Iron Lady,' Has Died at 87

BJ Ragone — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:31:16 +0000

The first female prime minister of England, Margaret Thatcher, has passed away due to a stroke. She was 87 years old. A spokesperson for Thatcher confirmed that she has passed away. They say that a further statement will be made later. She reportedly died Monday morning after suffering a stroke. SkyNews reports that Thatcher was [...]

Father Leaves Gay Son's Children Out of Will Unless He Marries Their Birth Mother — Is It Fair?

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:49:06 +0000

New York City businessman Frank Mandelbaum, the founder of Intellicheck, an ID verification system, left behind a very specific request for his gay son, Robert, in his will, should he have any children — marry the mother or the children will be left with nothing. The elder Mandelbaum was well-aware of the orientation of his [...]

Andy Griffith Dead At 86

Tee Roy — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 14:42:54 +0000

Iconic TV star Andy Griffith has died.

Griffith, known for his work on such classic shows as 'The Andy Griffith Show' and 'Matlock,' was 86.

Whitney Houston's Death: Slash, Heart + More Rockers React on Twitter

Joe Robinson — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:00:33 +0000

Christopher Polk / Kevin Winter, Getty Images

It wasn't long after the shocking death of pop icon Whitney Houston was revealed to the world that tributes starting pouring in via Twitter. Whitney didn't have a ton of direct connections to the rock world, but that doesn't mean classic rockers don't have memories of and tributes to the singer to share with their fans. Below is a sampli

Stevie Nicks Mourns The Loss Of Her Mother [VIDEO]

Jon Michaels — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:33:22 +0000

Sad times for Stevie Nicks as she mourns the loss of her mother Barbara. Stevie's mom died on December 28th in Arizona after battling pneumonia.

Yikes! Dead Man's Body Dug Up To Give Back Dentures To Rightful Owner

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:26:39 +0000

Kenneth Ray Manis won’t rest in peace just yet.

The Chattanooga, Tennessee man died earlier this month, but his body will be dug up so officials can retrieve a set of dentures belonging to another man who recently shared a hospital room with him, leaving the roomie with teeth not properly sized for his mouth.

Fitness Guru Jack LaLanne Dies At 96

107.9 The River — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 18:22:54 +0000

Living to be 96 years old, is considered by most to be an extremely long and healthy life. That’s what we would all expect from an aging world renowned fitness star. Jack LaLanne lived a healthy lifestyle and showed us all that longevity really is a result of diet and exercise. The fitness guru, and [...]

Rest In Peace

Jon Michaels — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 02:01:57 +0000

Getty ImagesHer private life was out for the whole world to see, hear, and read about. Through Elizabeth Edwards ordeal, she held on to the ideals that faith, family, and marriage are based upon.

"Today we have lost the comfort of Elizabeth's presence but, she remains the heart of this family, the family said in a statement