But first things first. The 30-minute Christmas special wasn’t birthed by the creative urge. It was commissioned by a commercial sponsor looking to turn the nation’s most beloved newspaper cartoon into an animated TV special. “We got a call from Coca-Cola,” Lee Mendelson, who produced the special, recalled. “And they said, ‘Have you and Mr. Schulz ever considered doing a Charlie Brown show?’ And I lied, and said, ‘Absolutely, we’ve been thinking about it....

The 27-year-old was accused on Twitter on Sunday of sexually assaulting a woman at a party in 2013. Both he and his co-star and ex Lili Reinhart say the allegations are false and made by a fake account. The user behind the anonymous account claims she was assaulted Sprouse in 2013 following a party at New York University (NYU). According to Buzzfeed, other allegations of sexual harassment then appeared, accusing Sprouse’s Riverdale costars Vanessa Morgan, KJ Apa, and Reinhart from a different anonymous account....

At the rally, Trump launched into a series of false accusations against Minnesota Democrat Omar, including claims that she minimized the 9/11 terror attack and implying that she supports the militant group al-Qaeda, by mischaracterizing her comments and views. Trump’s supporters booed loudly and chanted “send her back,” a reference to the president’s tweet about The Squad—all women of color, U.S. citizens, and, bar Omar, born in the U.S.—to “go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came....

The U.S. is currently leading the rest of the world in terms of coronavirus cases and deaths. Cases are starting to level out at around 50,000 per day following July’s peak, but there is still considerable concern local transmission could increase significantly over the coming months. Johns Hopkins data shows 38 states still have a test positivity rate—the number of positive results versus tests taken—above 5 percent. This is the level to which the World Health Organization recommends a region drops below before relaxing restrictions....

Heitmuller was having a magnificent offensive season for the Los Angeles Angels in 1912, but so was his teammate Pete Daley. The two sluggers volleyed the league’s batting average lead back and forth throughout the season. MORE: Sports figures we’ve lost in 2016 | Iconic photos of MLB legends On September 27, Heitmuller went 6-for-6. He almost caught Daley but his body caught typhoid fever. Heitmuller’s illness forced him to leave the team on September 29....

The discussion, which took place in Putin’s absence, about when and how Russia might use a tactical nuclear weapon alarmed the Biden administration and Western capitals, according to The New York Times. There is a cautious consensus among experts that the risk of Russia using nuclear weapons in the Ukraine war is low. But the military leaders’ alleged conversation came amid frustration at battlefield losses and Putin’s veiled threats about defending four annexed oblasts in Ukraine by “all available means....

“We kicked that a—. That’s what we did. We kicked that a—,” Jaleel White told TMZ after the game. MORE: Prince Ali jams on Alex Poythress | College hoops cheerleaders A TMZ reporter asked White what he thought about John Calipari’s team. “You know what? Kentucky just looked like a deer in headlights tonight. You know, I think they saw too many celebrities. You know, Shaq was there… I could just tell they weren’t fluid....

This article discusses common treatments for ACC as well as important post-treatment therapies and follow-up. Surgeries and Specialist-Driven Procedures Removing the tumor is the best method of treatment, so long as it’s safe to do so and the expected outcome is positive. There are a few ways of performing the removal surgery. In some cases of advanced stage IV (4) cancer, removal by surgery may no longer be advisable. Localized ACC Treatment In cases where the ACC tumor is localized (meaning it hasn’t spread to other body areas), targeted ACC treatment can be expected....

The first half turned out to be the worst nightmare for the Crimson Tide, who made too many mistakes. LSU quarterback Joe Burrow (31 of 39 passing, 393 yards, three touchdowns) capitalized on those mistakes in a performance that will put him at the front of the Heisman Trophy conversation. The Tide rebounded in a big way in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the 20-point halftime deficit....

The HBO show is currently airing its third and final season, and the storyline has allowed for Lin-Manuel Miranda, Andrew Scott and Lewin Lloyd to reprise their roles as Lee Scoresby, Colonel John Parry and Roger Parslow, respectively. Miranda’s Lee was killed in battle at the end of Season 2 as was Scott’s John, while Lloyd’s Roger died in Season 1 after Lyra Belacqua’s (Dafne Keen) father, Lord Asriel (James McAvoy), severed him from his daemon to open the door to another world....

To get a veneer, you’ll very likely need to see your dentist at least two times. Here is what you can expect during a typical veneer preparation and installation procedure. The First of Many Impressions Similar to most restorative dental procedures, impressions of your teeth are taken before, during, and in some cases after the final placement of the veneers. The impressions were taken before your veneer appointment are used to make a stone replica of your teeth....

An ongoing study from the U.K. suggests that partaking in creative activities—from singing to drawing to practicing an instrument—can actually elevate your mood during the pandemic. The COVID-19 Social Study is led by Daisy Fancourt, PhD, an associate professor of behavioral science and health at the University College of London. The project, ongoing since March, tracks weekly behaviors across more than 72,000 adults ages 18 and older. The results show people who participated in the arts-related activities for at least 30 minutes a day reported lower rates of anxiety and depression....

The Spain international had established himself as one of the Gunners’ best players, and an irreplaceable part of their midfield, before suffering a foot injury last year. Arsenal 6/1 Europa League favourites He is yet to return and in an interview with Marca this week, Cazorla lifted the lid on his nightmare 12 months. The former Villarreal player revealed that his current problems date all the way back to 2013, but still hopes he can revive his career in the Premier League next year....

The Chiefs outlasted the Bills 42-36 in overtime. They did it by ripping a Buffalo defense that topped the NFL in fewest points allowed (17 per game) and fewest yards allowed (274.6 per game) in the regular season. Mahomes threw for 378 yards against the No. 1 pass defense (165.9 yards per game). The Chiefs, with Mahomes also leading the way, rushed for 182 yards against the No. 10 run defense (108....

BPD is usually treated with psychotherapy. Unlike other mental disorders, medication is typically not the first-line approach to treating BPD. No medications are approved by the FDA for the treatment of BPD at the moment. This condition cannot be cured, so the goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life for people with BPD. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Even so, contrary to what has been previously thought, research has shown that with persistence, people treated for BPD have high rates of remission....

Simple Exercises to Focus on Breathing Breathing is a lot like sleep: it should come naturally, and you shouldn’t have to think about it. When you have to focus on it, you know you are in trouble. Breathing exercises can help you to fall asleep if you have insomnia. Much like guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation, breathing exercises are a helpful tool to have that can ease your mind and transition you to sleep....

Self-Checks/At-Home Testing Usually, there are signs that indicate that you or your child has more than just a regular cold. It is important to familiarize yourself with the symptoms of bronchitis because you are the first person who will notice that you might have the condition. You should get medical attention if you have signs of acute or chronic bronchitis. Acute Bronchitis In addition to the signs that are common to both acute and chronic bronchitis, there are indications that are specific to acute bronchitis....

The federal Uninsured Program will stop accepting reimbursement claims from hospitals and clinics providing COVID-19 tests and treatments to patients who are uninsured. This means health services providers have to front these costs themselves or turn away patients in need. The deadline to submit claims for reimbursement for testing and caring for uninsured patients is on April 5, if Congress doesn’t approve more funding. “Running out of money, in particular support for these uninsured programs, will have a very direct impact on the uninsured patients ability to access COVID-19 testing and treatment,” said Loren Adler, associate director of the USC-Brookings Schaeffer Initiative for Health Policy....

Clair Kronk, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow in medical informatics at Yale School of Medicine, has experienced many instances of transphobia when seeking healthcare services. Her experiences ranged from misgendering to dealing with providers who blame unrelated medical problems on her hormone therapy. “Almost every trans and gender-diverse person I’ve heard from has a negative healthcare experience, and many of those experiences start the second you walk through the door or start filling out intake paperwork,” she told Verywell in an email....

Self-Checks and At-Home Testing There are no in-home tests or self-exams able to diagnose carcinoid tumors. Therefore, knowing and understanding the signs and symptoms of a carcinoid tumor is essential to communicate them to your doctor. This can greatly increase your chances of having a correct diagnosis and allowing yourself to receive the appropriate treatment as soon as possible. The symptoms of a carcinoid tumor depend on where it is located in the body and whether certain chemicals and hormones are secreted in the bloodstream....