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Marathon runners may face higher cancer risk, study suggests

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Long-distance running, like marathons and ultramarathons, may not always be the health badge we thought it was. In fact, it could increase your cancer risk, according to a new study out of Virginia.

Dr. Timothy Cannon of the Inova Schar Cancer Institute began work on the study, which was presented at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting in Chicago, after noticing ultramarathoners under 40 were showing up with advanced colon cancer. 

To dig deeper, he launched a study of runners who had completed at least five marathons or two ultramarathons, excluding those with family history or other known risk factors.

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The study used 100 participants between the ages of 35 and 50 who had completed at least five marathons or two ultramarathons. (iStock)

“The study supports the hypothesis that extreme endurance runners have an increased risk of precancerous polyps,” Cannon told Fox News Digital.

Researchers examined 100 participants between the ages of 35 and 50 who had never undergone a colonoscopy but had completed at least five marathons or two ultramarathons. Individuals with hereditary cancer syndromes or inflammatory bowel disease were excluded to keep the focus on the potential impact of endurance exercise alone.

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Each participant had a colonoscopy done during the study. They also completed a survey about dietary habits, bowel history and long-distance running patterns.

He found that 15% had advanced adenomas, or pre-cancerous colon growths, compared to the normal 1–2% for their age group. Even more, a staggering 41% had at least one adenoma.

Long-distance running linked to increased colon cancer risk in study

Each participant had a colonoscopy done during the study. (iStock)

Any growths discovered during the procedures were reviewed by a panel of gastroenterologists, pathologists and oncologists to determine if they met the criteria for advanced adenomas.

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“I was surprised by just how many of the runners had polyps,” said Cannon.

“I thought they may have more adenomas and advanced adenomas than expected for that age group… but I did not imagine that 15% would have advanced adenoma.”

The average age of the participants was 42.5, well below the typical screening age of 45.

New study finds marathon runners have significantly higher rates of precancerous colon growths

Cannon says he “did not imagine” that 15% of subjects would have advanced adenoma, explaining the number was much larger than anticipated. (iStock)

Cannon and other experts theorize that intense endurance training might cause repeated “gut stress.” During prolonged runs, blood gets diverted away from the intestines, possibly triggering damage and inflammation. Over time, that might lead to mutations and polyps.

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Experts caution the results aren’t definitive, noting the study lacks a control group and hasn’t yet undergone peer review. Still, the numbers might make you sit up and pay attention.

“We did not have a control group, so this raises the question as to whether or not there is some bias,” said the doctor, adding that the runners were mostly from the Washington DC area, and may have other common risk factors outside of running.

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According to Cannon’s patients, many gastroenterologists dismiss bleeding after running as a normal event. (iStock)

He also acknowledged the research didn’t account for detailed family histories, which could have influenced the results.

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Despite the results, it’s not a sign to ditch running completely.

“Let me first say that people should continue exercising,” Cannon stressed. “We have far more problems from not exercising than from exercising too much.” 

He added that exercise decreases your risk of cancer overall, despite this study supporting the idea that extreme doses of exercise, such as ultramarathons, may increase risk of cancer. 

Doctor set out to find reason behind alarming percent of marathon runners with colon cancer

The research did not account for detailed family histories. (iStock)

For those running extreme distances, it’s important to monitor symptoms such as bleeding, persistent diarrhea or abdominal pain.

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Bleeding after running is not to be considered normal or benign and someone experiencing it should seek medical attention.

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“As far as I know, there is no expert body of gastroenterologists that have stated that any rectal bleeding or blood in stool is not a cause for concern,” said Cannon. 

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“However, my patients are telling me that, in practice, many gastroenterologists dismiss bleeding after running as a normal event.”

Khloe Quill is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health. 

Food additives like flavors and sweeteners tied to increased mortality: study

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A major new study found that eating more ultra-processed foods (UPFs) – especially those with certain additives – is tied to higher mortality from any cause over about 11 years of follow-up.

Published in the journal eClinicalMedicine, researchers looked at nearly 187,000 adults in the U.K. ages 40 to 75 using data gathered from the U.K. Biobank, and tracked their diets and health for 11 years.

Participants filled out multiple online food diaries describing what they ate in a 24-hour period. To figure out how much UPF and which additives (MUPs) people were really eating, the team matched those reported foods to actual supermarket products, checking ingredient labels for 57 potential markers of MUPs, only some of which are traditional additives.

Each food was scored based on how likely it was to contain a given additive. Then, for every person, researchers calculated what percentage of their total daily food intake came from UPFs or specific additives.

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Researchers looked at hundreds of thousands of adults and tracked their diets and health for 11 years. (iStock)

Finally, the team compared these dietary patterns with death records from national health registries to see which additives, and how much of them, were linked with increased mortality during the study period.

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Which additives were riskiest?

Five additive categories showed significant links with higher all-cause mortality (relative to the study’s lowest-risk intake point):

  • Flavors – risk rose steadily when flavored foods made up more of the total diet
  • Flavor enhancers
  • Coloring agents
  • Sweeteners – not sugar – like acesulfame, saccharin and sucralose
  • Varieties of sugar – in this category, fructose, inverted sugar, lactose, maltodextrin were linked to higher risk
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Five key additives were identified and linked to increased mortality. (iStock)

One exception was gelling agents, which were actually linked to lower risk of mortality. The study measured the percent of total food intake by weight.

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When people’s diet consisted of more than 18% UPFs, the risk of mortality began increasing. At 30% of total intake, risk rose by 6%. Risk was 14% higher at 40% of diet, and 19% higher at 50% of diet. 

For flavors, risk was about 20% higher when flavored foods made up 40% of their food intake versus 10%. Colorings were associated with roughly a 24% higher risk at 20% versus 3%. 

Sweeteners were linked to about a 14% higher risk at 20% compared with none.

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The dietary data rely on self-reported 24-hour recalls matched to product ingredient lists, which can introduce error.  (iStock)

These estimates come from models adjusted for age, sex, smoking, BMI, blood pressure, alcohol, exercise, income, and more.

Caveats

This is observational research, so it cannot prove that additives cause earlier death. People who eat more UPFs may differ in other health behaviors that also influence outcomes, and the dietary data rely on self-reported 24-hour recalls matched to product ingredient lists, which can introduce error. 

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The findings address all-cause mortality rather than specific diseases, and although the researchers adjusted for many factors, residual confounding is still possible.

Food additives like flavors and sweeteners tied to increased mortality

Experts recommend limiting UPF intake where possible, emphasizing reduction is most important if you cannot cut it out completely. (iStock)

So, what can people do about it? To keep an eye on UPFs in your own life, health institutions like Mayo Clinic offer some tips.

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“While the overconsumption of ultra processed foods has been linked to adverse health outcomes, that doesn’t necessarily mean all processed foods are bad for all people in all situations,” Tara Schmidt, M. Ed., RDN, lead dietitian for the Mayo Clinic Diet, said on the Clinic’s website.

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“Reducing the intake of something you eat in large portions daily will make more of a health impact than eliminating something you consume rarely,” Schmidt suggests.

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The American Heart Association recommends limiting intake of ultra-processed foods and focusing instead on a diet rich in “vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, nuts, seeds, healthy non-tropical oils, and lean proteins.”

Khloe Quill is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health. 

France debt crisis deepens as Macron’s prime minister faces no-confidence vote

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President Emmanuel Macron isn’t just France’s head of state. He’s also looking like he wants to be the spokesman for the whole of Europe. He’s sought to lead Europe’s response to the Russia-Ukraine war, opposed the U.S. by supporting Palestinian statehood, and weighed in on former President Donald Trump’s desire to buy Greenland. Yet critics say he should be focusing on issues closer to home.

In Macron’s France, there is real turmoil in the country’s parliament over how to fix the massive debt load. And Prime Minister François Bayrou faces a vote of no confidence as early as Monday, which he will likely lose. Bayrou was appointed by Macron in December last year, following three other prime ministers who resigned during 2024. In many ways, what happens next is a Déjà vu scenario where the president appoints yet another prime minister as he did last December when Michel Barnier quit.

Late last month, Bayrou highlighted that France is deep in debt despite being the second-largest economy in the European Union, behind Germany. In addition to being a large economy, France is also an important U.S. trading partner. 

Because of the pending fiscal crisis, Bayrou developed a plan to reduce the fiscal deficit to 4.6% of GDP next year by making savings of 44 billion euros ($51 billion) and cutting two public holidays. That would be a smaller deficit than in any of the years from 2020 through 2024. 

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French President Emmanuel Macron gestures as he stands on the glacier Mont Nunatarsuaq during a visit to Greenland, on June 15, 2025. (Ludovic Marin/AFP via Getty Images)

However, the budget-cutting plan hasn’t gone down well with other parties in the French Parliament, and Bayrou faces a vote of no confidence there. Organized labor unions are incensed by the prime minister’s plans and are threatening work-stoppage strikes. Leo Barincou, a senior economist at Oxford Economics in Paris, told Fox News Digital that any union strikes likely won’t last long, nor will they be significantly disruptive to the economy like the Yellow Vest protests in the winter of 2018-2019.

If Bayrou loses, there are alternatives. “Macron can call a snap election or appoint a new prime minister, but that will be hard given the current situation,” says Elias Haddad, senior markets strategist at Brown Brothers Harriman in London. “Bayrou is expected to lose, and all the other parties have vowed to topple the government.”

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France's Prime Minister Francois Bayrou in blue suit

France’s Prime Minister Francois Bayrou speaks during a live televised interview broadcast in Paris on Aug. 31, 2025. (Alain Jocard/AFP via Getty Images)

One thing that almost certainly won’t happen is a resignation by Macron. “Most likely, Macron appoints another prime minister and makes a minimal budget that won’t be too scary,” Barincou says. In other words, there may be some budget cutting, but it won’t be anywhere near what the current prime minister proposed in August.

Although it seems extremely unlikely that there will be a snap election, the populist National Rally (RN) said it is preparing for one and is reviewing a potential list of candidates. The RN’s president, Jordan Bardella, said last week, “We can and must be ready for anything, including a return to the ballot box with a dissolution of the National Assembly,” according to a report in Reuters.

Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella

Marine Le Pen, left, and National Rally president Jordan Bardella during a political meeting on June 2, 2024, in Paris. (AP/Thomas Padilla)

Bardella spoke ahead of a meeting aimed at preparing the RN for parliamentary elections and said the party had already chosen 85% of its candidates, Reuters reported.

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general assembly seen sitting inside Palais Bourbon

Prime Minister François Bayrou could face a no-confidence vote as early as Monday, as France’s parliament wrestles with how to address the nation’s mounting debt crisis. (Telmo Pinto/NurPhoto)

A collapse of the French Parliament has apparently worried the European Central Bank, which oversees monetary policy for the single currency area known as the eurozone. Already, the yields on French bonds have risen by one-tenth of a percentage point, making the cost of borrowing higher than it is in neighboring Germany. 

However, while France’s debt problem isn’t going away any time soon, it is unlikely to weigh on the broader eurozone, Haddad says. He also notes that despite a recent fall in demand to buy French bonds, there is little to panic about. “The underlying demand is still good and unlikely to see a destabilizing situation in the financial markets,” he says. “The bonds are relatively healthy.” 

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Part of the overall problem facing France is that, culturally, the West has changed for the worse, says Ben Habib, who is now preparing to register Advance U.K., a new right-leaning political party in Britain. “The dependency culture has been embedded in Europe, including the U.K.,” he says. In other words, too many people are relying on government handouts rather than generating income through their own efforts.

In turn, that’s led to slower-growing economies and massive increases in government debt loads. That includes the U.K., France, Italy and other countries. “It’s remarkable to me that we haven’t already hit the skids,” Habib says.

Reuters contributed to this report.

Simon Constable writes for a variety of leading publications and is a fellow at the Johns Hopkins Institute for Applied Economics, Global Health and the Study of Business Enterprise.

Knee pain rising in young Americans from high BMI and sports injuries

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Knee pain is often associated with aging, but more young people seem to be experiencing this issue.

With a greater tendency to play high-intensity sports and a higher overall BMI (body mass index), more younger individuals in their 30s and 40s are having knee problems – and some are even seeking out surgery.

Between 2000 and 2017, there was a 240% increase in inpatient knee replacements for patients between 45 and 64 years old, according to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

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A recent study published in the journal Osteoarthritis and Cartilage found that early structural changes in the knees are common by age 30. This often occurs without symptoms.

Researchers from Finland’s University of Oulu found signs of joint damage in more than half of the 297 participants, who were mostly asymptomatic, according to a press release.

Knee pain and strain is becoming more common among younger individuals in their 30s and 40s, according to experts. (iStock)

The results showed minor articular cartilage defects (damage or injury to the smooth cartilage), mostly between the kneecap and thighbone, in more than half of participants.

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The same defects were also detected in the joint between the shin and thigh bones in a quarter of the group. Small bone spurs were found in more than half of participants.

The researchers concluded that a higher body mass index (BMI) is the main factor linked to these defects in the knees.

Obesity’s impact

More than 40% of U.S. adults are obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dr. Ran Schwarzkopf, professor of orthopedic surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, agreed in an interview with Fox News Digital that higher BMI among younger Americans has driven more knee issues.

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“[For] patients who are obese and have a high BMI, it’s a high load on their joints,” said Schwarzkopf, who was not involved in the study. “That’s more load constantly on the knees, so there’s more wear and tear.”

Participation in high-school and college sports has also led to more injuries in younger adults involving the knees, the expert added.

high school track runners

American sports, in both high school and college, are “more intense” than in other areas of the world, an orthopedic expert said. (iStock)

“In the U.S. in general, we have many more injuries because of the intensity of how people played sports in their high school and college years,” he said. “I think it’s more than the average around the world.”

In some cases, Schwarzkopf said, traumatic injuries caused by sports or other activities will continue to worsen over time.

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Even if these injuries are treated surgically or non-surgically, some elements of the knee, such as cartilage, cannot be restored, causing a “long-lasting effect,” he said.

“[These injuries] continue to accumulate due to the increased load on the knee due to BMI or increased injuries and day-to-day living.”

woman has knee pain while running

BMI is a major source of knee pain as obesity rates rise in the U.S., experts agree. (iStock)

After some traumatic injuries, as the knee develops and cartilage “disappears,” osteoarthritis may develop, Schwarzkopf noted.

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This condition can cause pain and disability, sometimes requiring a knee replacement as the “ultimate treatment” for cartilage damage, the expert said.

Avoiding pain and procedures

For younger individuals who are experiencing knee pain or are looking to avoid the issue in the future, Schwarzkopf shared a few prevention tips.

The most important thing is to maintain a healthy weight, he said, as there’s a “high chance” that it will alleviate knee pain.

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Staying active and strengthening surrounding muscles, particularly the hamstrings and quads, can also help provide support for the knees.

People who work desk jobs and are sedentary for many hours of the day should include at least one hour of physical activity on most days, and take breaks to stand, stretch and walk around often, the expert recommends.

orthopedist checking patient's knee

Different treatments, such as physical therapy, can help restore function and decrease pain in the knees. (iStock)

Proper footwear can make a big difference as well, the doctor said, especially for people who work on their feet.

Those who still experience pain should seek proper orthopedic care, as physical therapy and other treatments can help restore function and decrease discomfort.

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“Different treatments can be done with arthroscopic surgery way before we get to the point of knee replacement, especially in people in their late 20s and 30s,” Schwarzkopf said. “We don’t want to do knee replacements on people at that age.”

Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.

Ancient mosaic has revealed 1,600-year-old elderly care facility discovery

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Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a 1,600-year-old Christian care facility for the elderly – a remarkable find that may be the world’s oldest nursing home.

The news, reported by Israel’s news agency TPS-IL, was announced by the University of Haifa on Aug. 18. 

The care facility was found in the ruins of the ancient city of Hippos near the Sea of Galilee. The Christian city was a significant bishop’s seat in the region during the Byzantine era.

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While excavating the ruins, archaeologists from the University of Haifa’s Zinman Institute of Archaeology were struck by a floor design at the entrance of an ancient building.

The mosaic’s message read, “Peace be with the elders,” in Koine Greek. It was found around 320 feet from Hippos’ central plaza, inside one of the city’s residential blocks.

Archaeologists in Israel uncovered a 1,600-year-old Christian care facility near the Sea of Galilee. (Dr. Michael Eisenberg of the Zinman Institute of Archaeology and the Department of Archaeology at the University of Haifa/TPS-IL)

Dating back to the fourth or fifth century A.D., archaeologists are convinced that the building was a designated facility for older residents.

“It shows that Byzantine society established not only religious centers but also places dedicated to dignity and care for its seniors.”

Some sources from the fifth and sixth centuries record the existence of elderly care facilities, making the discovery unique but not entirely without precedent. The inscription may also be the first physical evidence of such an institution.

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Researchers posit that the message was intentionally placed at the entrance of the building, in order to designate its purpose to elderly residents and visitors.

Mosaic with christian symbol, greek text

Archaeologists say the Greek inscription, reading “Peace be with the elders,” offers rare insight into Byzantine life. (Michael Eisenberg, Ph.D., of the Zinman Institute of Archaeology and the Department of Archaeology at the University of Haifa/TPS-IL)

The symbols on the mosaic – cyrpress trees, fruit and Egyptian geese – also complement the Greek text, with researchers interpreting them as deliberate choices.

For example, cypress trees were associated with everlasting life, while fruits symbolized abundance and eternal life. Egyptian geese, on the other hand, often represented blessed souls in ancient iconography.

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Directly referencing elders in such a manner is exceptionally rare in ancient inscriptions, underscoring the significance of the find.

Mosaic depicting birds drinking

The mosaic’s imagery, including cypress trees, fruit and Egyptian geese, symbolized eternity and abundance. (Michael Eisenberg, Ph.D., of the Zinman Institute of Archaeology and the Department of Archaeology at the University of Haifa/TPS-IL)

In a statement, Michael Eisenberg, Ph.D., said that the mosaic “offers a tangible, dated, and clear indication of an institution designed for the elderly.”

“This is living proof that care and concern for the elderly are not just a modern idea, but were part of social institutions and concepts as far back as about 1,600 years ago,” Eisenberg observed, according to TPS-IL.

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He added, “It shows that Byzantine society established not only religious centers but also places dedicated to dignity and care for its seniors.”

Aerial of Hippos near Galilee Sea

“The inscription addresses a specific public directly, which is a rare glimpse into older lives in antiquity,” the team said. (Michael Eisenberg, Ph.D., of the Zinman Institute of Archaeology and the Department of Archaeology at the University of Haifa/TPS-IL)

The research team, which published its findings in the Journal of Papyrology and Epigraphy, stressed that the discovery offers “a rare glimpse into the daily lives of older people in antiquity.”

“This was a communal and spiritual institution integrated into the fabric of city life and reflecting the social values of the period,” the researchers said in a statement, as TPS-IL noted.

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“It may provide one of the earliest material testimonies in the Holy Land, showing how the Christian community began assuming responsibilities for care that had previously been handled by family networks alone.”

Bride-to-be furious after fiancé uses wedding funds for Vegas bachelor party

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Vegas casino CEO says Sin City may be ‘outpricing itself’

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A bride-to-be was left fuming after discovering her fiancé secretly spent thousands of dollars meant for their wedding venue deposit on a Las Vegas bachelor trip with his buddies.

The woman, who said she is 28, shared her story on Reddit’s “Am I the Jerk?” forum, explaining she had transferred her fiancé $3,000 after months of saving so he could pay the deposit. But instead of sending the money, he booked a trip, she later learned.

“He used my $3,000, plus some of his own, to book a Vegas bachelor trip with his friends,” she said.

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When she confronted him, he responded, “Don’t worry, babe, I’ll win it back at the tables.” 

Enraged, the woman canceled his booking since her credit card was tied to it and told her future husband that if he wanted to gamble, he should use his own money.

The couple, not pictured, got into a heated argument over the wedding venue deposit, the woman said on Reddit. (iStock)

“Now he’s furious, saying I ‘embarrassed him’ in front of his friends and ‘ruined the best weekend of his life,’” she wrote in the post. 

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Adding fuel to the fire, her future mother-in-law called her to defend him, saying, “boys will be boys.” 

While the woman insists she doesn’t regret pulling the plug on the trip, some friends accused her of overreacting, prompting her to ask the internet if she went too far.

Reddit users overwhelmingly sided with her, with many comments pouring in urging her to “run for the hills” and call off the wedding.

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“Don’t marry that man,” one person said. “This won’t be the last time he’s doing this.”

Group of men sitting in Vegas casino, clowning around with money, drinks and chips in front of them.

The woman’s fiancé, not pictured, said he planned to win the money back by gambling. (iStock)

“Does he even know how gambling works?” someone else scoffed, adding, “You are the big winner here — you found out about this loser of a momma’s boy before you did anything permanent!”

Others recommended protecting herself financially if she stays with him. 

“If you go through with marrying that man-child, separate bank accounts always,” one commenter said. Another urged her to set “firm boundaries” or consider whether she wants a partner who brings money problems into the marriage.

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A retired minister even weighed in, stressing that money conversations are essential before saying, “I do.”

“When I worked with marrying couples, we always had conversations about money and how to use it,” he said. “If your fiancé thought this was OK, it sounds like you haven’t had those conversations yet. After you marry, your fortunes will be tied together.”

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Many Reddit users urged the woman to call off the wedding. (iStock)

Greg Gomez, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of The Oasis Recovery in Rancho Mirage, Calif., told Fox News Digital the woman was right to cancel the trip.

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“Money is a serious issue of conflict for many couples,” Gomez said. “If it is an issue even before the wedding, that is a big red flag.”

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The couple, he added, would likely need premarital therapy and open conversations about savings, debt and financial trust at the center of it to move forward.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the poster for comment.

Deirdre Bardolf is a lifestyle writer with Fox News Digital.

Texas woman sentenced to 6 years for Washington state church arson attack

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A Texas woman was sentenced to six years in prison in connection with a 2023 arson attack on a church in Washington state, according to federal prosecutors.

Natasha Marie O’Dell, 38, was sentenced Thursday on three felonies for the arson of Seattle Laestadian Lutheran Church in Snohomish County, Washington, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Washington announced.

O’Dell pleaded guilty earlier this year to arson, damage to religious property and obstruction of persons in the free exercise of religious beliefs.

“This offense was devastating and dangerous,” U.S. District Judge Jamal Whitehead said at the sentencing hearing on Thursday. “Ms. O’Dell deliberately set fire to a church, causing complete destruction.”

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A Texas woman was sentenced to six years in prison in connection with a 2023 arson attack on a church in Washington state. (U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Washington)

“The scope of the destruction is staggering. You burned down the spiritual home of a congregation … The wounds you have inflicted deepen for each day they are away from their home,” the judge added.

The judge will determine a restitution payment at a later date.

O’Dell was visiting family when she set fire to the church in Maltby on Aug. 25, 2023.

She was linked to the fire through cell phone records, credit card records and surveillance video, according to the plea agreement and the federal indictment.

The investigation tied O’Dell to credit card purchases at a service station, where she purchased some lighters and a container with just over a gallon of gasoline.

Aftermath of church attack

Natasha Marie O’Dell, 38, was sentenced on three felonies for the arson of Seattle Laestadian Lutheran Church. (U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Washington)

Despite the church being destroyed, part of the security system’s video surveillance survived the fire and captured O’Dell moving around the church with a red gasoline container.

In the footage, she was seen emptying the container on the exterior walls of the church and items around the building. O’Dell then moved out of the camera’s view and fire could be seen growing in the areas where she poured gasoline.

O’Dell admitted to prosecutors that she told multiple people she was angry about churches, specifically Seattle Laestadian Lutheran Church. She later told another person that she planned to burn a nearby church.

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Part of the security system’s video surveillance survived the fire and captured the woman moving around the church with a gasoline container. (Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue)

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The fire resulted in more than $3.2 million in damages to the church, which has incurred additional costs by renting a nearby middle school to hold their services multiple times a week.

A firefighter was injured while fighting the flames and was transported to an emergency room.

“Ms. O’Dell acted with extreme disregard for community safety when she poured more than a gallon of gasoline on the church building and used a lighter to start the blaze,” Acting U.S. Attorney Teal Luthy Miller said in a statement. “This conduct put anyone inside the church, the neighbors around the church, and the firefighters who responded in extreme danger. It is fortunate that only one firefighter suffered injuries.”

American pilot released after 2 months detention in Antarctica

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A 20-year-old American pilot and influencer who was attempting to become the first pilot to fly solo to all seven continents has been released from Chilean detention in Antarctica after more than two months. 

Ethan Guo, of Tennessee, who was hoping to raise $1 million to fight cancer with his trip, was detained in June after he landed his Cessna 182Q in Antarctica without permission, Chilean authorities alleged, claiming he presented “false flight plan data.” 

When he arrived back in Punta Arenas, Chile, on Saturday, on a navy ship, he met the press while wearing a Chilean national soccer team jersey, describing his detention as “mundane” and with “limited freedoms.”

“The Chilean people have been incredibly hospitable, they’ve been fantastic people,” he told reporters. “They’ve taken care of me. They’ve taught me Spanish, and they’ve treated me like family.” 

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Ethan Guo, of Tennessee, who was hoping to raise $1 million to fight cancer with his trip, was detained in June after he landed his Cessna 182Q in Antarctica without permission, Chilean authorities alleged, claiming he presented “false flight plan data.”  (Salvatore Di Nolfi/Keystone via AP,File)

Authorities said he was only authorized to fly over Punta Arenas in southern Chile, but he continued to fly south toward Antarctica. 

His lawyer, Jaime Barrientos, told the Associated Press that he had to divert due to bad weather, claiming Chilean authorities gave him permission to land in Antarctica. 

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King George Island, Antarctica

Ethan Guo was detained on King George Island in Antarctica.  (Getty)

“To his surprise, when he was about to take off back to Punta Arenas he was arrested, in a process that from my perspective was a total exaggeration,” Barrientos said.

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The charges against Guo were dropped last month and on Saturday he was released to the mainland. 

He is required to donate the tens of thousands of dollars he has raised to a cancer charity within 30 days and cannot return to Chile for three years. He must leave the country as soon as possible. 

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Guo arrived back in Punta Arenas, Chile, on Saturday.  (Getty)

After landing at King George Island in Antarctica on June 28, Guo remained at the base with temperatures well below zero with limited communication as the Chilean government and his lawyers negotiated. 

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He turned 20 while he was detained in July. 

The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

How Helen Mirren’s simple 12-minute daily fitness routine keeps her fit

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Helen Mirren, 80, remains a glowing testament to the power of consistency — and not just in her acting. 

The celebrated Oscar-winning actress recently revealed that she still engages in a 12‑minute daily military workout that she claims to have followed faithfully for over 60 years.

Developed in the late 1950s by Dr. Bill Orban for the Royal Canadian Air Force, the XBX (Ten Basic Exercises) plan was originally created to help female air force personnel boost their overall fitness without gyms or fancy equipment.

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Mirren recently told Women’s Health she is a “big believer” in the system and praised its accessibility.

The XBX regimen consists of four progressive charts, each containing 10 exercises, according to multiple health experts.

Helen Mirren revealed that she still engages in a 12‑minute daily military workout she claims to have followed faithfully for over 60 years. (Dave Benett/Getty Images for Carter)

Users advance through 48 levels in total (12 levels per chart). While the time it takes to complete each exercise stays the same as you move upward, the number of repetitions increases.

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The original RCAF pamphlet includes a foreword praising the method and roots it firmly in the public health goals of that era. 

It emphasizes that physical fitness is less about bulging muscles and more about vitality, agility, strength and mental resilience.

How it works

Below is a breakdown of how the workout plan is structured.

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  • Exercises 1-4 serve as a warmup, improving flexibility and mobility (2 minutes total)
  • Exercise 5 targets the abs and thighs (2 minutes)
  • Exercise 6 focuses on the back, glutes and hamstrings (1 minute)
  • Exercise 7 works the side thighs (1 minute)
  • Exercise 8 strengthens the arms, chest and shoulders (2 minutes)
  • Exercise 9 builds waist flexibility and hip/side strength (1 minute)
  • Exercise 10 is a cardio finisher (run/jump for 3 minutes)
The no-equipment military routine developed for female air force personnel has kept the celebrated actress fit for decades

The XBX routine was developed in the late 1950s for use in Royal Canadian Air Force training. (iStock)

Mirren, who admits she typically stays within the first two charts and has “never gotten past the second level,” appreciates that users can begin gently and gradually adjust the plan to meet their needs.

Los Angeles-based celebrity personal trainer Kollins Ezekh said the key benefits of the XBX program are its simplicity and practicality.

The no-equipment military routine developed for female air force personnel has kept the celebrated actress fit for decades

The strict 12-minute framework could appeal to those with busy schedules looking for a quick workout. (iStock)

“You don’t need a gym, equipment or even much time — it’s just 12 minutes a day,” he told Fox News Digital. “That makes it realistic for busy people who struggle to stay consistent with workouts.”

“The routine covers strength, flexibility and endurance, so you’re getting a well-rounded session even though it’s short,” he added.

“It’s a great reminder that fitness doesn’t always have to be complicated.”

For those trying it for the first time, Ezekh said it’s important to pace themselves.

“People tend to want results fast, but if you skip ahead too quickly, you increase the risk of injury or burnout,” he warned. “I’d recommend treating it like a marathon, not a sprint — take the time to build a strong foundation.” 

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For older adults or people dealing with any health concerns, he recommends getting clearance from a doctor before getting started.

“Overall, I think it’s a great reminder that fitness doesn’t always have to be complicated,” Ezekh said. “A little consistency every day goes a long way.”

Khloe Quill is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health. 

Study links toilet smartphone use to nearly 50% higher hemorrhoid risk

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A new study suggests that bringing your smartphone into the bathroom could raise your risk of hemorrhoids by nearly 50%.

Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston found that adults who use their phones while sitting on the toilet face a 46% higher risk of developing the painful condition, according to findings published this week in the journal PLOS One.

The study surveyed 125 adults undergoing colonoscopies and compared their bathroom habits. Of the participants, 66% admitted to using their phones on the toilet. 

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People who said they took their phone into the bathroom were 46% more likely to have hemorrhoids compared to the others, regardless of age, weight, sex or fiber intake. Hemorrhoids, swollen veins in or around the rectum and anus that can cause pain, itching and bleeding, are often linked to straining during bowel movements and prolonged sitting on the toilet.

The habit was especially common among people in their 40s and 50s, the researchers found. (iStock)

About 37% of participants who brought their phones into the bathroom sat for longer than five minutes, while only 7% of non-users lingered that long.

Younger adults, particularly those in their 40s and 50s, were especially prone to the habit compared to those over 60. Respondents said they typically used their phones to read news, scroll social media or send texts and emails.

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“Whether someone is reading email or playing a game, the risk likely comes from how long they’re sitting,” said lead author Dr. Chethan Ramprasad, a gastroenterologist at Beth Israel Deaconess and faculty member at Harvard Medical School. 

The risk remained even when researchers accounted for other factors, including straining, fiber intake and exercise routines.

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, US, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, seen from outside with cars out front.

Researchers surveyed 125 adults undergoing colonoscopies at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. (Sophie Park/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

“This extended duration may be linked to the passive engagement that smartphones facilitate, potentially resulting in prolonged sitting and increased pressure in the hemorrhoidal cushions,” the researchers wrote.

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Toilets keep the rectum and pelvic floor unsupported compared to sitting in a chair, causing more pressure on rectal veins, according to the researchers.

Ramprasad noted that posture can also play a role and that toilet stools, which prop up the feet and put the body in a more natural squatting position to help eliminate straining, can help, but do not solve the underlying problem.

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“Tools like a Squatty Potty can reduce straining, but they won’t offset the risk of just sitting too long,” he said. “If you’re on your phone for 10 minutes, you’re still exposing those veins to pressure.”

Man clutching buttocks as he makes his way to the toilet, indicating hemorrhoids.

Adults who bring their phones into the bathroom face nearly a 50% higher risk of hemorrhoids, according to a new study. (iStock)

Hemorrhoids are among the most frequent gastrointestinal complaints in the United States, sending nearly 4 million people to clinics and emergency rooms each year, according to BIDMC. 

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The researchers called for long-term studies to confirm causality and explore prevention strategies. And while younger participants were more likely to use their phones and had higher hemorrhoid prevalence, they can’t say yet if that is because of phone use specifically or other age-related behavior.

In the meantime, Ramprasad advises to keep things moving.

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“Do what you need to do, then stand up and move on,” he said. “Don’t turn the bathroom into a scrolling break.”

Deirdre Bardolf is a lifestyle writer with Fox News Digital.

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