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Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic form of inflammatory arthritis that causes stiff and painful joints. It affects between 5 and 10% of people who have psoriasis, although some estimates put that number as high as 30%. In severe cases, PsA can be quite debilitating, preventing people from being able to carry out their normal activities of daily living. That can have a pretty significant impact on quality of life, making an effective treatment a “must-have....

First, some history: In her book, Mindset, psychologist Carol S. Dweck introduced the idea that people have two different types of mindsets—a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. She writes: “For 30 years, my research has shown that the view you adopt for yourself profoundly affects the way you lead your life.” So what does this mean in practicality? According to Dweck’s book: “It can determine whether you become the person you want to be and whether you accomplish the things you value....

What is a Pink Pearl apple? Not to be confused with Pink Lady apples (which are also great in apple pies), Pink Pearls are bright rosy pink on the inside and outside, and their unusual hue adds a unique twist to classic apple dishes. The Pink Pearl was developed in 1944 by Californian farmer Albert Etter, and was cultivated from an older rosy-fleshed apple introduced by German settlers in the mid-1800s....

“Microneedling with PRP (plasma-rich platelets), also known as the ‘Vampire Facial’, is a cosmetic treatment that stimulates collagen production and cell reproduction,” says Lucia Miranda, physician’s assistant at the Shafer Clinic in New York City. Vampire facials get their name because, yes, it does involve blood. “A vampire facial is the nickname given to a cosmetic procedure that involves drawing blood from your arm, separating platelets, and applying them back onto your face with different modalities,” says Natalie Aguilar, dermatological nurse and celebrity aesthetician....

Whichever camp you fall in, an AMRAP workout just might be your new favorite way to get your heart racing and tone your entire body. You can make it as hard (or easy) as you want and it keeps you on your toes (literally and figuratively), so you definitely won’t be bored. Intrigued? Consider this your AMRAP workout primer, with everything you need to know. What Is an AMRAP Workout?...

But what is asthma exactly? Is it hereditary? How is it diagnosed? Can it be cured? Whether you or someone you love has recently been diagnosed with asthma, you may understandably have a lot of questions. That’s why we’ve called upon the expertise of two medical experts to share their insights on asthma: Dr. Terrell Smith, MD MPH, a founding physician with Spora Health, a healthcare provider for people of color, and Caroline Sokol, MD, PhD, an assistant physician at Massachusetts General Hospital and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School....

If a friend or loved one has been diagnosed with anorexia, bulimia, orthorexia or a binge eating disorder, they may not “look” as if they’re struggling with an eating disorder. Sometimes, this can make it difficult to avoid triggering words and phrases, since it seems like this person isn’t “that sick.” But in the mental health world, it’s important to remember that appearances are deceiving—and keeping that in mind, it’s also important to know what not to say to someone with an eating disorder....

The streaming service is adding plenty of epic dramas to delve into on chilly autumn nights, including Anthony Minghella’s 2003 Civil War epic, Cold Mountain, starring Jude Law, Nicole Kidman, Renée Zellweger and Eileen Atkins. Once Upon a Time in America, Sergio Leone’s 1984 crime drama starring Robert De Niro and James Woods, is also coming to Netflix in September. The streaming service is also adding, Blade Runner: The Final Cut, a version of the sci-fi classic that director Ridley Scott re-edited in 2007, adding scenes and removing the widely panned happy ending from the original film....

Surely you’ve noticed by now that Starbucks operates by its own size parameters. You won’t find a small, medium or large system at your local ‘Bucks. Instead, the popular coffee conglomerate likes to complicate things (we say this in the most affectionate way possible) by switching up their sizing, making it unique to their brand. But it’s not just the sizing that’s confusing. The Starbucks cup you order may also impact your caffeine dosage… and it varies between hot and cold drinks, too....

Automobiles are the newest accessory and it seems there are quite a few of them in Hope Valley these days. With the foundry coming into town, there even might be a need for stop signs or a traffic cop on Main Street! Over at Gowen Petroleum, Henry (Martin Cummins) worries about the oil company’s intentions now that Fiona(Kayla Wallace)has all but secured a deal with investors. Is there a possibility that Jerome (Dean Paul Gibson) will reopen the coal mine again?...

This traditionally religious holiday is part of a bigger Christian celebration involving Lent and “Holy Week,” and falls specifically on the beloved weekend that begins with “Good Friday.” The purpose of celebrating Easter in the church is acknowledging Jesus’ death, as well as His resurrection, and what that means for anyone who chooses to believe in Him. However, for religious and non-religious people alike, Easter is also associated with Easter baskets, eggs, hot cross buns, bunnies, and candy, candy, candy!...

And she did—with the help of her young niece, Belinda, 63, created two fake MySpace accounts, which she used to connect with (and really, fake-flirt with) members of the local gang 5150. Then, she planned to kill them. Though the doc doesn’t leave much unanswered (although we still want to better understand the extent of William “Jokes” Sotelo’s role in Crystal’s murder), there’s still so much to unpack about Crystal’s mother (and the rest of the Theobald family) even after the film ends....

But if you’ve just binged Netflix’s new feature-length docudrama, Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal, there might be another figure involved in the scam you’re obsessing over: John Vandemoer. Who is John Vandemoer and how did he get involved in the college admissions scandal? Before news of the scandal broke, Vandemoer had worked for more than a decade as the sailing coach at Stanford University. As the head of an underfunded sport, he accepted Singer’s six-figure donations in exchange for agreeing to consider Singer’s sailing “candidates” for his team....

Where will Charles and Queen Consort Camilla live? With an estimated worth of $4.9 billion and 775 rooms, Buckingham Palace in the heart of London has been the official home of the reigning British monarch since the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837. It’s most likely that King Charles will establish his home and offices here, yet it’s not set in stone that the monarch must have the palace as his or her official residence....

The 28-year-old Lovato’s relationship with her family is a complicated one, but as Dancing With the Devil illustrates, her sisters have influenced her and helped her greatly throughout the course of her high-flying career and often tumultuous private life. With the first parts of the doc dropping today, here’s everything you may be wondering about Demi Lovato’s sisters and how they’ve supported her over the years. Who are Demi Lovato’s sisters?...

As of today, there are no living Titanic survivors left. Though the last living Titanic survivor passed away in 2009, there have been extensive efforts to gather all the details and first-person accounts of the tragedy (and the subsequent rescue) for the past few decades. These accounts, of course, ensure that though it may not have happened in recent memory, the sinking of the Titanic, the lives lost, and those who miraculously survived, won’t soon be forgotten....

Why isn’t Lin-Manuel Miranda playing his original In the Heights character in the movie? According to Variety, Miranda opted against reprising the role of Usnavi in the film because he felt he had aged out of the part. “I was going to be Usnavi in the first go-round because I had been playing it on Broadway. And then when that whole situation ended, I closed the book on it. I was like ‘OK, I’m working on this other thing [Hamilton], I’ll just keep writing....

New to season 5 of The Masked Singer, a number of “wildcard” contestants will take to the stage. Their goal: Make a late-game surge to take a spot of one of the current contestants, putting them in the competition and the hunt for the Golden Mask trophy. Here’s what we know so far about the mystery singers: They have a combined 26 Grammy nominations, nine multi-platinum singles, four Oscar nominations, three Super Bowl appearances, six gold medals and two world records among them....

New to season 5 of The Masked Singer, a number of “wildcard” contestants will take to the stage. Their goal: Make a late-game surge to take a spot of one of the current contestants, putting them in the competition and the hunt for the Golden Mask trophy. Here’s what we know so far about the mystery singers: They have a combined 26 Grammy nominations, nine multi-platinum singles, four Oscar nominations, three Super Bowl appearances, six gold medals and two world records among them....

According to Celebrity Hook, Highmore’s other half is a young British woman named Klarissa Munz, who has managed to stay out of the spotlight since they reportedly met when he was starring on A&E’s Bates Motel. She’s believed to be a web designer who most likely attended Cambridge University with Highmore—as evidenced by photos that have been compiled and shared online by the aptly named Instagram account “@FreddieHighmoresGirl.” It is also a case of life imitating art, Highmore has followed in the footsteps of Dr....