Nafeesah Allen

Conservatives in Spain call a recent rendition of Jesus "sexualised". Art experts don't get what the fuss is about.
Spanish artist Salustiano García Cruz's depiction of a handsome, youthful Jesus – for whom his own son served as the model – on a poster in Seville has become the source of controversy. The painting, which shows a young and muscular Jesus in a loincloth, has critics – largely conservatives on social media – calling the image "offensive", "evil", and too "sexualised" for Holy Wee...

Netflix's crime drama Griselda has viewers on the edge of their seats. But Griselda isn't the only real character people are curious about.
The Netflix release of Griselda, a fictionalised rendition of the life story of Griselda Blanco, features an unusual character – a ruthless Colombian female drug lord who leveraged her invisibility as an ordinary housewife to command the streets of Miami. The show opens with a quote that lets us know that Blanco was even feared by the likes of Pablo Escob...

From a 17th-Century Italian violin stolen from Japan to Drake's lost Blackberry in Mexico, here are musical lost and found mysteries that rival Sir Paul McCartney's.
In musical happy endings, last week, Sir Paul McCartney was reunited with his bass guitar that was stolen 51 years ago in London. The instrument, which McCartney purchased in 1961, was subsequently nabbed from a band van in 1972. Now, thanks to the Lost Bass search project, the Beatle has been reunited with the bass, which had be...

Pierce Brosnan's alleged “bad tourist” moment is a reminder to be a safe traveller in US National Parks. In addition to unique park rules, keep these three things in mind.

This week, Pierce Brosnan pled not guilty to charges that he illegally entered the acidic hot springs area of Yellowstone National Park. If found guilty, the actor will have fallen from Bond hero to "bad tourist" in a moment that occurred when he allegedly wandered off-trail and was subsequently cited by a US attorney for...

Arnold Schwarzenegger was held up at Munich airport for nearly three hours after allegedly failing to declare an Audemars Piguet watch valued over €10,000 (£8,580).

The actor and former politician seemed to take the delay in stride, even posing for a photo in the tax bureau office. Turns out, he was planning to auction it to benefit a climate charity.
Under the right circumstances, any of us could be in Arnold's shoes. When packing for an important trip, it is easy to miss travel regulation...

Lunar New Year revelry kicked off this week, with celebrations far beyond China.

The Lunar New Year goes by many names. Most commonly, it is called the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival. This year, people around the world rang in the Year of the Dragon on 10 February 2024. "It is one of the most important and celebrated holidays in several Asian countries. The festival is rich with cultural significance, symbolising the beginning of a new year filled with luck, prosperity, and happiness,"...

Bridgerton is back, and from London palaces to Bath ballrooms, here are some of the best places to experience Regency-era England.

The 16 May release of season three of Netflix's mega hit Bridgerton has inspired fans to do more than just watch the show's Regency-era high society seduction and scandal unfold. Fans of the series are increasingly booking trips to some the show's iconic filming locations, with the British rail- and bus-booking platform Trainline reporting that trips to Bridgert...

Medication like Jardiance is prescribed to treat and sometimes cure complicated health problems. However, drug interactions with supplements or foods may affect the medication’s efficacy. An interaction occurs when the supplement or food causes the drug to have a different effect than expected. Worse still, it could increase the risk of severe side effects.
Jardiance is an FDA-approved drug used primarily to manage the blood sugar levels of people with type 2 diabetes. Although taking Jardian...

Black bone disease, also known as black urine disease and alkaptonuria (AKU), is an extremely rare metabolic disorder. The genetic disease was first identified by Dr. Archibald Garrod in the early 1900s. Generally, it affects 1 in 250,000 individuals. But this figure can be up to 10 times higher in some parts of the world, namely the Dominican Republic, Jordan, Slovakia, and South India. It is believed that there are just a few thousand people with the disease globally, but online resources l...

It is extremely uncomfortable to experience sudden and sharp facial pain. It is also stressful to experience pain without knowing why it’s happening. In desperate circumstances, you may reach for the easiest explanation for consistent facial pain.

Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is when the trigeminal nerve that carries sensations to the face is damaged or irritated. TN causes unexpected and severe pain in the jaw, cheek, or lips. This chronic pain condition is highly disruptive but also medically ...

From the start of 2024, the state of California reinstated the requirement that first through sixth graders in public schools learn to write in cursive.

The handwriting technique stopped being taught in the Golden State in 2010, but now California re-joins nearly two dozen US states that have made cursive education mandatory in some form. While cursive – also known as joined italics – was momentarily thought of as a dying art in the US, the move by California has reignited debates in both e...

Homeownership is a dream for many people, but it takes a lot of hard work. These tips for first-time homebuyers can help make the process more manageable and help you focus on finding your perfect home.
1. Get Your Finances in Order
Buying a home is a major financial commitment. The most common home loan is the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, so it's important to be financially prepared for this long-term relationship. The type of loan and lending terms determine your down payment, which can ran...

The Peterson-Kaiser Family Foundation Health System Tracker estimates the average cost of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care for Americans with insurance is $18,865. Nearly $3,000 of that is paid for out of pocket1 even if you have health insurance.
While every baby is different, the cost of giving birth in the United States is consistently high. Shouldering that cost can be a challenge for many families, especially those who are uninsured or underinsured, but knowing what expenses to...

Here’s a look at Murphy beds and why they might be just the space-saving sleep solution your home needs.
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Usable space is a precious commodity in any home. This is why innovative and multi-functional furniture solutions are worth their weight in gold. Hence, why the Murphy bed is making a much-needed comeback. When not in use, this timeless invention is designed to fold away seamlessly into a wall or cabinet. It is a versatile and space-saving alternative to traditional beds. W...

Get rid of dust before it accumulates.
Dust is a common household problem that we deal with daily, despite regular cleaning. Excessive dust is unsightly and can cause allergies, asthmatic attacks, and other health issues. Plus, dust is made of pretty yucky stuff: dead skin cells, pet dander, dirt, and clothing fiber, among other things. However, the amount of dust accumulating in your home depends on various factors, including the season, how many people live in your home, the types of pets y...