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Olive oil has long been touted as one of the best ways to get heart-healthy fats in your diet. The Mediterranean diet staple is also tied to a bunch of other health benefits like protecting your brain against dementia and destroying cancer cells. Now, biochemists have scrutinized compounds from the helpful oil to find out why it also provides benefits like weight loss and prevention of type-2 diabetes. The new study, which was published in the journal Biochemistry, tested the olive-sourced compound called oleuropein....

What makes a great daily driver? If you’re going to spend an hour or more a day in a car, it’s got to be comfortable. It’s gotta have room for a couple of passengers (in case you want to use that car pool lane—F.Y.I., kids in carseats count), good cargo space and, maybe most importantly, it has to be a little fun. The Genesis G80 Sport ticks all of these boxes and then some....

Words by Rebecca Parsons December is well underway—lights are dotting the streets, carols filling the air, and signs of the upcoming holidays are everywhere you look. Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list can be daunting and you may not have time to research every item. So we did the heavy lifting — to help you choose the best stocking stuffer gifts that are both fun and functional. We’ve rounded up a collection of six tried and true items that are sure to bring holiday cheer to the paddlers in your life....

By Cecil Kuhne One fine summer day we slipped our kayaks into the sparkling clear waters that would become the object of our pursuit for the next week. The jade-green river was calm and glassy here, and the boats swished their wakes so cleanly that the water seemed to crack with the intrusion. The kayaks glided down the river with amazingly little effort, and the rhythmic movement of a double-bladed paddles made our progress all the more enchanting....

If exercise causes inflammation, why is it recommended for people who have depression? Exercise helps mental health in a few ways. Working up a sweat causes a rush of endorphins—feel-good chemicals. People who participate in group exercise, like run clubs, may get a boost from the camaraderie (which can ease symptoms of depression), according to research from McMaster University in Canada. And obesity and inflammation are linked, which fitness can help with....

Protect your head from heat and sunburn with the MISSION Cooling Booney Hat. The UPF 50 hat blocks up to 98 percent of the sun’s harmful UV rays, making it the perfect companion for days spent on the water or up in the mountains. It’s powered by MISSION’s HydroActive Cooling Technology and the brand’s patent-pending Cooling Engine technology. An ultra-absorbent interior band and perforated laser cuts in the crown enhance breathability by improving airflow....

Wind waves rolled downstream, white spray whipping off their crests with each gust. We were intent on keeping our light little packrafts pointed straight. Going broadside to the wind and waves meant flipping over. When the river ran north, we surfed with the wind at our backs. Whenever the river veered the slightest bit west, we became engaged in a desperate struggle to stay left, beneath the shelter of the bank, otherwise we’d get blown helplessly into the right shoreline....

Earlier this year, Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Zeller came to New York City for a surprise. As part of the NBA Cares Hoops for Troops Week in November, Zeller came to the NBA Store in NYC and surprised a military family, treating them to a shopping spree and shopping alongside them for the holiday season. How NBA Players Around the League Are Giving Back This Thanksgiving Read article The Hann family had previously lost their son and brother during military service, and was selected for the NBA Store event by the Tragedy Assistance Program (TAPS), who offers help, hope, and healing to all those grieving the death of a loved one serving in America’s Armed Forces....

What if you could clean up pollution from rivers and other areas from the comfort of your own home? A Kickstarter campaign by Urban Rivers is aiming to develop a robot that can do just that in the Chicago River, controlled by users in an interface that will mimic a video game. The team at Urban Rivers was responsible for installing the largest floating garden on the Chicago River in May of 2017....

Obviously there isn’t going to be something just right for you every day. There will be days when there’s nothing worthwhile to grab. But when there is, it’s like hitting big in Vegas. It’s a great feeling. These days, more and more games are being played online, where interacting with others is key. A good gaming headset can be a big advantage when playing online. Talking over strategy or just throwing out a bit of trash talk is a big part of online gaming....

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson might be joining the DC film universe sooner than expected. The superstar actor has already signed on to play the DC villain—and kind-of-antihero—Black Adam, but instead of debuting in his own film, the character may appear in Suicide Squad 2, according to a report from The Wrap. Sources told the website that “current plans” for the Suicide Squad sequel would involve the team—including Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn and Will Smith’s Deadshot—going after a “weapon of mass destruction”....

Last night, the 70th annual Emmy Awards were held in Los Angeles and had everything from a surprise marriage proposal to a not-so-surprising Outstanding Drama win for—you guessed it—Game of Thrones. While there were some moments during the night that kept us on our toes, there was never a doubt which guys had the best style on the gold carpet. Below, we’ve rounded up a few of the best-dressed guys that you should definitely be taking a few style cues from the next time you need to throw on a suit....

Following a summer full of superheroes, major blockbusters, spies with badass mustaches, and romantic comedies with fantastic locations, it’s time for Fall movies. This year, there’s a huge variety of films to see in theaters, including an incredible-looking climbing documentary, prestige dramas, badass action films, historical biopics, and yes, a superhero or two. This season is bringing out some big names in front and behind the camera, including stars like Jason Momoa, Matthew McConaughey, Tom Hardy, Ryan Gosling, Robert Redford, Jonah Hill, Claire Foy, Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga, and Chris Hemsworth....

Who says a Bloody Mary has to have vodka? This spicy, savory, gin-based variation is a delicious new take on the vodka-based original. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 1 servings Prep time 5 min. Ingredients 1½ oz Four Pillars Gin 2 oz tomato juice ¾ oz lemon juice 1 oz chili sauce 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce Salt and pepper How to make it...

In this highly competitive era of brewing, the daily news delivers a steady drumbeat of brewery buy-outs, closings, and mergers. The rate has rendered many of these bulletins mere background music, barely acknowledged if at all. But some brewery sales can still reverberate as loudly as a gong at a silent retreat. On May 9, news broke wide that Boston Beer Company, the makers of Samuel Adams beer, bought Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ales for $300 million, putting two of America’s most iconic craft breweries beneath a single umbrella....

Heading out on a road trip to enjoy any of the nation’s national parks is as timeless a pastime as anything in this country. Turning off your devices and admiring the majesty of the Yosemite Valley or the power of Yellowstone’s Old Faithful is just what we need in this digital age. Another big draw is the wildlife that reside in these breathtaking habitats. Bison, elk, moose, bears, deer, and… domesticated cats and feral hogs?...

Metallica has already topped the charts and earned its spot as one of the world’s most successful bands. So where does the group go from there? Into a new industry, apparently. According to USA Today, the band has joined with Arrogant Consortia, part of San Diego-based Stone Brewing, to create their own beer, called Enter Night Pilsner. The Most Unique Beer Experiences Around the World Read article In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies...

A few days ago, I watched Milo Ventimiglia walk through fire and out of a burning house. But today, the actor—whose character Jack serves as the glue that holds everyone together on the Golden Globe-nominated NBC hit This Is Us—is safe and sound in California, where he’ll be working on other projects until he starts filming for the show’s next season. (Only time will tell if the new episodes will also make grown men cry in their own living rooms, but chances are pretty good....

This piece was produced with support from Visit Montana. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. While widely known for its mountains, Montana is also home to stunning rivers, lakes and streams – you’ve seen “A River Runs Through It,” right? Even if you don’t aspire to reel in record trout, Montana summers will quench any thirst for watersport fun: rafting, canoeing, paddleboarding and so much more. Here, we break down the best spots in the “Big Sky” state for freshwater adventures, including recommendations for gear rental shops, outfitters to guide your way and the best watering holes for celebrating after a full day spent on the, um … water....

Life can be so hard that it doesn’t always seem like the best idea to go outside for any reason other than going to or from work. Once it’s home time, it can be really difficult to muster up the energy to get outside and enjoy the world. Now that the fall is here and the temperatures are dropping, it can be even harder than it was in the spring and summer to go out....