READ THIS NEXT: The No. 1 Sign There’s a Snake in Your Closet. First and foremost, it’s important to remember that while they may not be ideal company, snakes are not exactly pests. Unlike rodents, they don’t carry dangerous diseases or bacteria and are unlikely to cause damage to your yard, garden, or home. They can even act as a natural deterrent against the very mice, rats, toads, slugs, and other pests you’re trying to keep away....

The 9-oz. bags of chips, made by Snak King, were sold at Trader Joe’s stores in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington state, as well as Washington, D.C. The snacks were pulled from the market after it was discovered that they could be contaminated with milk that’s not disclosed on the ingredients list, which could present a “serious or life-threatening allergic reaction” to individuals with milk allergies or sensitivities, according to the recall notice....

RELATED: If You Have This in Your Freezer, Throw It Away Now, USDA Says.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb On Sept. 16, The Kroger Co. announced that it was voluntarily recalling its 16-ounce name-brand bagged kale, produced by Baker Farms. According to an announcement published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the produce was recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The affected bags have a universal product code (UPC) of 11110-18170 and a best by date of Sept....

Sea to Summit has just recalled around 16,200 camping pots in the United States and an additional 2,050 in Canada, according to an announcement by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on Jan. 13. The recall affects both their aluminum Alpha and stainless-steel Sigma camping pots, which were both sold separately and as part of camping cookware sets. These pots were available for purchase in sizes 1.2 liter, 1....

RELATED: If You’re Over 65, This Hairstyle Is Aging You, Experts Say. As you age, your skin—especially the area around your eyes—will develop more texture. This is natural, and nothing to worry about. However, you don’t want to draw extra attention to it with makeup, which is why you might want to pass on heavy concealer. You may have been used to wearing concealer to hide what is going on under your eyes, but as you age this type of makeup actually does the opposite and will highlight any fine lines in this area....

RELATED: If You’re Over 65, Never Eat These 4 Foods, CDC Warns. A hot day can affect anyone, but older people are at higher risk than most. According to the CDC, people over the age of 65 are more likely to have a chronic medical condition that changes how the body normally responds to heat. This includes age-related changes to the skin such as poor blood circulation and inefficient sweat glands, as well as heart, lung, and kidney diseases, per the National Institute of Health (NIH)....

Stink bugs are light brown oval or shield-shaped insects that reach up to about 2 centimeters in length, with three legs on each side. Experts warn that you shouldn’t step on a stink bug because—in living up to their name—they can stink up your home. “Avoid squishing stink bugs at all costs, as they tend to release a very pungent odor,” says Zachary Smith, president of Smith’s Pest Management. And even if you don’t step on them, just making them feel threatened can also lead them to release a stinky scent....

READ THIS NEXT: Costco Is Under Fire From Shoppers for Getting Rid of This Popular Product. Costco has made different updates to its business model this year, including leaving some perks behind. In April, the big-box retailer announced that it would no longer offer special COVID senior hours for in-store shopping. The wholesaler also made another change in July, stating that an active Costco membership would be required to purchase gas from Costco pumps in New Jersey....

Using data from 1,184 unmarried American adults in relationships, the researchers found that three out of the four types of commitment were associated with higher rates of relationship stability, and predictive of couples staying together. Those three types of commitments were interpersonal commitments (positive feelings toward your partner and a desire to stay together), social pressure to stay together, and “material constraints” such as a shared children, a lease, or a pet....

RELATED: If You Take This Common Medication, Call Your Doctor Now, FDA Says. On Oct. 19, the FDA announced that Burbank, California-based Bryant Ranch Prepack had recalled one lot of its Methocarbamol 500-mg. tablets, a medication commonly used to treat muscle spasms, pain, and stiffness. The affected medication comes in a rounded white bottle with a white and red label with a yellow border; the bottles are printed with lot number 16935, expiration date 10/22, and the words “Packaged by Bryant Ranch Prepack....

An alteration to your sense of taste can be due to your body failing to regulate its blood sugar levels, a potential sign of diabetes. Typically, that will manifest in a sweet taste in your mouth. Your pancreas, which is located inside the abdomen, plays a huge role in digestion, and produces a hormone called glucagon. This works with the hormone insulin to regulate your body’s blood sugar levels. Insulin prevents blood sugar levels from going too high and glucagon keeps them from dropping too low....

If your home is equipped with the Fortress S03 security system, you may inadvertently be putting your safety at risk. According to cybersecurity company Rapid7, a pair of major vulnerabilities makes it possible for potential intruders to disarm the system using relatively simple tactics. The company says it first discovered the security lapses three months ago and reached out to Fortress about the potential risks, TechCrunch reports. Rapid7 publicly released information on the vulnerabilities after Fortress failed to respond to messages and saw the only acknowledgment of outreach was to close a support ticket without comment....

According to the study, getting the most from your mask-wearing is simple: “Wear a cloth mask tightly on top of a surgical mask where the surgical mask acts as a filter and the cloth mask provides an additional layer of filtration while improving the fit,” the study advises. “If the masks fit well,” the researchers say this strategy should prevent COVID transmission with over 90 percent efficacy. However, reversing the order of the masks by putting a bulkier cloth mask under a surgical mask could significantly alter the fit, making it less effective....

Smith, a college freshman, was declared the winner of a runoff election on Tuesday. “It feels awesome,” he said. “Generations and generations of people will read about this historical moment.” Read on to learn more about Smith, including what his opponent had to say about him and the specific challenge that stood in his way. 1 “Such a Blessing” Jaylen Smith is a recent graduate of Earle High School and a freshman at Arkansas State University Mid-South....

In 1990, Aniston nabbed her first major TV role on the small-screen version of Ferris Bueller. She played Jeannie Bueller, who was originally played by her future Friends co-star Jennifer Grey in the movie. The spinoff only lasted for one season, but at least we got this high-waisted jeans, shiny shirt, and tucked in belt combo when the up-and-comer attended an NBC event in 1990. For more of Aniston’s career highlights, Relive Jennifer Aniston’s Last 27 Years in Hollywood, in Photos....

RELATED: 15 Onscreen Couples You Totally Forgot Dated in Real Life. In a 2019 interview with Vanity Fair, Phoenix explained that he became vegan when he was three years old after he and his siblings realized that the fish they had been eating had once been alive. Soon after, the whole family became vegan, and Phoenix has been passionate about it ever since. In his acceptance speech when he won the Oscar for Best Actor for Joker in 2020, he spoke out about animal rights specifically while mentioning various injustices in the world....

An April 30 study from the CDC found that reports of syncope, or fainting, after vaccination were approximately 164 times more common following the Johnson & Johnson vaccine than the flu vaccine. Overall, however, fainting is still extremely rare. Researchers found that 17 incidences of fainting after receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine occurred across five mass vaccination sites, which translates to 8.2 fainting incidents per 100,000 vaccinated people. On the other hand, the flu vaccine resulted in only 0....

The Hollywood Reporter recently held a virtual Songwriters Roundtable, featuring Timberlake, John Legend, Janelle Monáe, Mary J. Blige, and Leslie Odom Jr. When the musicians were asked about the early days of their careers, Timberlake brought up some of the outfits he wishes he could “skip over,” and Legend jumped at the opportunity to bring up the notorious denim look. Read on to find out what Timberlake confessed about the iconic jean outfits, and for more blasts from the past, here are 15 Onscreen Couples You Totally Forgot Dated in Real Life....

Here’s why those critics were so upset by the posts—and what else the youngest Kardashian sister had to say in the family’s defense. And for other news among the Kardashians, check out Kanye West’s Response to Jennifer Aniston’s Comment About Voting for Him. In a thread of tweets with professionally shot photos of herself and other revelers, Kardashian West revealed how she celebrated the milestone year: For stars whose family trees may have you confused, check out 17 Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were Siblings....

RELATED: 19 Stars Who Were Fired From Hit TV Shows. The three women leads from Friends, Kudrow, Jennifer Aniston, and Courteney Cox, were interviewed on Sirius XM’s The Howard Stern Show on June 23. While on the air, they revealed a lot to host Howard Stern. One surprising fact? Kudrow was originally cast to star on Frasier in the role of Roz Doyle. However, just three days into filming the pilot, director James Burrows fired her from the show....