It’s not uncommon these days to browse online and see claims that yet another common household item causes cancer. The latest culprits? The fabric softener and dryer sheets you reach for while doing laundry. But the science behind the viral claims that these staples expose people to chemicals linked to cancer is a bit more nuanced. Dryer sheets or liquid softeners used to freshen fabrics won’t directly cause illness, as they don’t intentionally contain active ingredients known to be carcinogens. Rather, certain ingredients in these products can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air, which can be harmful under certain…

WASHINGTON — Firebrand Rep. Nancy Mace is “strongly” considering a bid for late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s now-vacant seat, two sources confirmed to The Post. Mace (R-SC), who finished in fifth place in the South Carolina GOP gubernatorial primary last month, is keeping her options open and exploring the viability of a potential last-minute Senate campaign. Graham (R-SC) died suddenly Saturday evening after “a brief and sudden illness,” according to his office. He was up for reelection this year and was favored to win after prevailing in the GOP primary last month. Due to losing her primary, Mace is set to…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died Saturday at 71 following what his office described as a “brief and sudden illness,” spent more than three decades as one of the Republican Party’s most influential voices.The South Carolina Republican forged a congressional career spanning more than 30 years, emerging as one of Capitol Hill’s most recognizable Republicans and a trusted adviser to President Donald Trump on national security, judicial nominations and foreign policy.Born on July 9, 1955, in Central, South Carolina, Graham grew up helping his parents run the family business before becoming the first…

The flyer wasn’t having it. Whether or not you’re a parent, it’s fair to admit that one of the worst things to deal with on a flight is a misbehaved, unruly tot. Oftentimes, it’s a situation out of the defeated parents’ control — but sometimes, the unbothered mother or father could be to blame if they aren’t trying to nip the chaotic behavior in the bud. That seems to be the debate over on Reddit in the r/vent forum. A fired-up plane passenger took to the site to complain about a flight from hell, all thanks to a toddler, with…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! I’ve been on more planes than I can count — my frequent flier status has reached multi-platinum — yet I never check a bag, no matter how long the flight. I’ve become an expert at traveling for long stretches of time with just a carry-on. Trust me when I say you don’t need a ton of items for week-long vacations. In fact, as long as you have the following 15 items, which include dresses, tops, footwear and more, you’ll be…

Conor McGregor’s “crazy” move cost him the fight. The Irishman opened his bout against Max Holloway with a flying roundhouse kick, which immediately left him injured and forced his long-awaited return to UFC to be cut short just over a minute in. And Joe Rogan was highly critical of McGregor’s decision making in his first fight since 2021. “He just tried a crazy move. He tried a jumping roundhouse kick… if you don’t land in a good way with the supporting way, you put so much pressure on that knee.. he landed with his knee in the worst position,” Rogan…

WASHINGTON — Just five days before his death, late Sen. Lindsey Graham defiantly scoffed at images of Iranians parading around with a poster of a bullseye on his head. Iranians at the extended state funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei were seen with signage targeting Trump, conservative commentators Ben Shapiro and Laura Loomer, GOP mega-donor Miriam Adelson and others with text that translated to “In the end, your heads will be severed.” “At least they used a good photo of me. Judge me by my enemies,” Graham (R-SC) posted on X in response. Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who…

Lawmakers expected to press Blanche on Comey indictment during Senate hearing Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is scheduled to testify on Capitol Hill, where he is likely to face questions about high-profile cases. This includes the second indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, sparked by his Instagram post ’86 47′. Democrats are expected to criticize Blanche’s conduct and the Department of Justice’s direction under his leadership. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Washington D.C.’s entrenched politicos sprang into action this week before key confirmation hearings in the U.S. Senate to try and sink President Donald Trump’s nominee…

They counted their eggs before they hatched. A recent college grad was a little too eager during the interview process for a dream job, and they mistakenly turned their life upside down sooner than they should have. The defeated job seeker took to the r/GirlDinnerDiaries forum on Reddit to air out their grievances, warning others not to do the same. “Interviewed for a job last week. It’s exactly what I want to do, near where I live, and would be a massive pay increase,” the original poster wrote. “I’m a recent grad, so I don’t have much experience with ‘real’…

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham has died at age 71. “On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness,” his spokesperson said on Saturday. “Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period.” NBC News reported that emergency services personnel responded to a call for “cardiac arrest” at Graham’s Washington D.C. residence on Saturday night. Photos obtained by the outlet indicated that medics carried someone out of the residence on a stretcher to a waiting ambulance. (His cause of death has not…