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At age 12, he was already training in an improv comedy class. “My parents knew I had something,” he says. “They knew I could make people laugh and encouraged it.” (Still, he adds that his mom, Lorraine, was “sad” when he dropped out of college at Carleton University, where he was studying criminology.) He joined the Toronto and Chicago chapters of the Second City comedy troupe and then performed on a local TV special called The Great Canadian Humor Test....

“You get to get up there and you get to play the secret spy,” Trevor Donovan said. “You get to play the secret undercover agent. You get to play what I played make believe when I was a kid, you know? So, it’s exciting to kind of be a kid again. It’s going to be cool and it’s going to feel like a big action thing.” Country singer Jessie James Decker said, “We have something really cool lined up and I’m looking forward to learning this particular dance, because I feel like it’s a little bit more, maybe in my comfort zone....

Foot massagers are the perfect thing to shell out for upfront in order to save cash on massages in the long run. After as little as two or three at-home foot massages, you could’ve already made your money back on what you would’ve spent at the spa! Here are 10 of our favorite foot massagers, from full-out shiatsu massagers to massaging socks. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience....

According to a recent CDC study, the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 booster was 87% effective at preventing emergency and urgent care visits and 95% effective at preventing hospitalizations in adults during the Omicron wave. As Omicron rates continue to drop and CDC guidelines are being updated, many people are wondering what’s next. Recent research shows booster effectiveness decreases by approximately 15% to 25% after 10 weeks, which raises the question: is it time for a fourth vaccine dose?...

While you likely know that these types of drinks aren’t exactly healthy, you might be wondering if allowing your kids to enjoy them on the reg could actually get in the way of their growth. The belief that caffeine stunts your growth is a common one. Is there really something to it, or is it folklore? Does Caffeine Stunt Your Growth? While seeing a toddler with soda in their sippy cup may sound far-fetched, one study showed that 15 percent of children are consuming caffeinated beverages by age two....

—Darin Strickland, Dallas, Texas Actually, higher humidity in cold weather usually makes you feel even colder! That’s because the moisture is often retained in your clothing, which wicks away your body heat. This is why donning a wet T-shirt in the summer will make you feel much cooler. (For a little while, that is!) By the way, readers may be interested to know that heat index values refer to shady locations....

After news broke of her death, Trump shared a statement on his social media platform, Truth Social, via The Hill. Trump wrote: “I am very saddened to inform all of those that loved her, of which there are many, that Ivana Trump has passed away at her home in New York City. She was a wonderful, beautiful, and amazing woman, who led a great and inspirational life.” “Her pride and joy were her three children, Donald Jr....

As described in a press release shared with Parade, the Dr Pepper Bourbon-Flavored Fansville Reserve is a “beverage inspired by the tailgate and crafted for fans with one-of-a-kind flavor that evokes sweet, savory, and woody notes with subtle hints of cherry, vanilla, chocolate and caramel depending on the sipper that are sure to delight the palate.” So how can you get your hands on this delicious new drink? The Dr Pepper Bourbon-Flavored Fansville Reserve is exclusively available through a sweepstake via the Pepper Perks program....

Her hair and makeup were definite signs that the Duchess of Cambridge is experimenting with a fresher look than we’ve seen previous years, but the shimmering green gown she wore was one that we’ve seen previously. The Jenny Packham gown, almost entirely covered in emerald sequins and crystals, was previously worn by Kate to a black-tie diplomatic reception during her andPrince William’s tour of Pakistan in 2019. Such a dazzling dress calls for simple accessories, and thankfully Kate realised this—her only jewelry was a pair of gold earrings by Missoma....

The former basketball star—who is currently traveling in Africa with his wife Gabrielle Union and their 4-year-old daughter Kaavia—took a moment to address the allegations made by his ex-wife, Siohvaughn Funches, including claims that he is using Zaya’s gender identity to his own financial advantage. Earlier this week, Funches, 41, responded to Wade’s petition to legally change the 15-year-old’s name, accusing him of “pressuring our child to move forward with the name and gender change in order to capitalize on the financial opportunities that he has received from companies,” per Page Six....

We asked a group of doctors to share the things they do to avoid getting sick during this time of year when the risk of illness is particularly high. Much of this is common sense, tried-and-true advice we’ve been hearing for years, so it’s a good reminder to practice basic steps to prevent the spread of germs. And if these tactics can work for doctors—who are in close contact with many sick people all day long—they can surely be helpful for all of us....

One of the original athleisure brands, Lululemon has been rolling out chic and functional activewear since 1998. Customers rave about their leggings, tank tops, yoga mats and more, so it only makes sense that they would take on the footwear world next. The brand’s newly-launched “Blissfeel” sneaker is available in seven colors, ranging from neutrals to neons. A “woman-first” running shoe, Lululemon crafted this shoe with women in mind first—whereas most brands start with a men’s running shoe and then move on to women’s....

The exchange turned out to be a failure as the American journalist Thomas Kelly, who was rescued, died from poison once onboard the Coast Guard plane that was to return him to Hawaii. Tonight, Jane and her team continue to work with Milius and in this exclusive clip, Jesse (Noah Mills), Lucy Tara (Yasmine Al-Bustami) and Kai Holman (Alex Tarrant) head to the marina to take down a Russian black marketeer that is part of the plot....

However, there’s another cause of headaches that many people don’t know about that’s only worsened with the pandemic. Whether it’s staring at a screen too long or trying to focus in a bright or dim environment, eye strain occurs when your eyes are tired from overuse. “Now that many people have shifted to working from home, we are spending even more time working on screens - computer screens, smartphone screens, and so on,” says Dr....

But it was Laundrie’s mention that stirred up quite a reaction for the public. A little over a year ago, Laundrie, who was the subject of a national manhunt, confessed to killing his girlfriend, Gabby Petito, in a notebook before taking his own life. The couple was traveling across the country when Petito was found at a camping ground near the Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming on Sept. 19, 2021....

Lately, I’ve felt guilty about my own family’s privilege. My husband and I have been able to work from home, our kids Zoomed and now are back in the classroom, and we got tutors during the summer to make sure they’re all caught up. It worries me that there are families who can’t afford that extra learning, and I want to do more to help. Where can I start? —Anne, 39, Michigan This is such an important question!...

The actor, 61, recently opened up about the big mistake he made with his own two children, who he shares with wife Amal Clooney, 44. During an appearance on CBS Mornings on Wednesday, Sept. 28, the Clooneys discussed their 5-year-old twins, Ella and Alexander, while revealing their one big flub as parents. “We’ve made a terrible mistake,” George confessed during the conversation with Gayle King. “We taught them Italian.” While that doesn’t sound bad, he continued, “But we don’t speak Italian,” adding, “So we’ve armed with a language they can harm us with....

Kevin McGarry and Kayla Wallace, who have starred in many fan favorite movies including Feeling Butterflies and the series When Calls the Heart, announced their engagement on Instagram on Dec. 23. Their sweet joint post opens with the couple holding hands and dancing to the chorus of “In My Life” by Simon Martin Perkins—with a stunning diamond solitaire displayed on Wallace’s left hand. The post, which was shared on both their verified accounts, was captioned simply, “Forever ❤️”....

Although it is nice to get first-time mamas everything they need for baby, it’s always a plus when you think about what she could use as she prepares to recover at home on maternity leave. Every new mom needs the essentials for babyand the essentials for herself. That’s why we’ve made a list of the 50 items that will help her in those first few months at home with a newborn....

If King Kong uproots a massive tree on Skull Island, shears off its branches with one brisk whisk of his humongous paw, then turns it into a giant javelin and hurls it skyward, does the little deaf girl watching him know Bobby Vinton is singing “Over the Mountain Across the Sea” on the soundtrack? And does she know that’s where Kong is about go—where this movie’s going to take him, and her, and us?...