Miss Thailand Anntonia Porsild revealed in an interview that she feels happier and more comfortable when she gets to be a normal person without makeup and glamorous outfits at home. She emphasized that beauty queens are humans too and wants people to see them in their everyday lives. Porsild was named the first runner-up in the Miss Universe 2023 pageant held in El Salvador, and if the winner is unable to fulfill her duties, Porsild will take her place.
Women today are experiencing more periods than earlier generations due to factors such as delayed pregnancies and earlier onset of menstruation. The definition of a "normal" period varies, but some general parameters include cycles between 24 to 38 days, bleeding lasting no longer than eight days, predictability with a variation of no more than nine days, and blood loss that is not excessively heavy or light. However, what is considered "normal" ultimately depends on the individual. It is important for women to communicate with their healthcare providers if their periods are causing significant discomfort or interfering with daily activities. Treatment options for period cramps include adjusting the timing of pain medications, while tracking irregular periods can help identify potential health conditions. Additionally, COVID-19 vaccination may temporarily affect menstrual cycles, but these changes are typically temporary and resolve on their own.
A NICU nurse at NewYork-Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women and Newborns in New York handcrafts over 50 Halloween costumes each year for the tiny babies in her care, providing a sense of normalcy and happiness for their families. This year's theme is food, with costumes including popcorn, strawberries, and burritos. The costumes are distributed to families in the NICU, allowing them to experience the joy of celebrating Halloween despite their circumstances. The nurse aims to create happiness and normalcy for the families, even if it's just for one day in the NICU.
First Lady Jill Biden's positive Covid-19 test does not signal a return to pandemic-era protocols at the White House, reflecting the receding threat of the virus since the early days of the administration. Despite an increase in cases and positive tests, overall incidents remain significantly lower than last summer. President Joe Biden's focus on combating the virus and returning to normalcy has been a key accomplishment, although the path out of the pandemic has had its challenges. While Covid-19 remains a challenge, it represents a different challenge than before, and the White House believes it is better equipped to handle it. The president and first lady will receive the new Covid booster when available.
Jenna Bush Hager revealed in an interview that she turned down a call from Katie Holmes, who was researching her role in the film "First Daughter," because she believed her college life was too normal to be of interest. Bush Hager, along with her twin sister, wanted to experience a regular college life despite their father being the US president at the time. She felt that Holmes would be disappointed with her ordinary freshman experience.
Billionaire businessman Mark Cuban prioritizes privacy and normalcy in his life, avoiding extravagant habits associated with the ultra-rich. He prefers to do his own chores, drive himself, and doesn't hire staff for household tasks. While he doesn't own a luxury yacht, he still makes pricey purchases, such as buying an entire 77-acre Texas town. Cuban values privacy and believes that having more staff means less privacy for the wealthy.
The estranged wife of Rex Heuermann, a suspect in the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has asked for privacy and "normalcy" for her family and neighbors who have been affected by the case. Asa Ellerup, represented by the law firm Macedonio & Duncan, filed for divorce shortly after Heuermann was charged with multiple counts of murder. The remains of four women, including sex workers, were discovered in Gilgo Beach in 2010, and Heuermann is also suspected in the disappearance and death of another woman. Heuermann has pleaded not guilty, and his attorney claims the evidence against him is circumstantial.
The World Health Organization declared that COVID-19 is no longer a global health emergency, but still a global health threat. Dr. Jeff Foxx, who nearly lost his own battle with COVID-19, says that while case rates, intensity of illness, and death rates are going down, precautions such as getting tested, keeping up to date on vaccines, and avoiding big crowds are still necessary. However, he believes that we are moving on from the social applications of the disease and are able to return to normal. The United States is set to let its COVID-19 public health emergency end on May 11.
