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Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Haley Joel Osment is seen for the first time after screaming 'Nazi' at cop during drug arrest meltdown
Haley Joel Osment was seen for the first time after he was arrested for alleged public intoxication and drug possession at a California ski resort last month. The 37-year-old The Sixth Sense actor - who addressed the incident on a podcast last month - broke cover as he walked his dogs in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Shocking bodycam footage showed the moment Haley was arrested last month —yelling at officers and calling one a 'Nazi' during a chaotic confrontation. The star was busted on April 8 for public intoxication and drug possession at a California ski resort, but what began as a disorderly encounter quickly spiraled into a meltdown. Haley was dressed for comfort on the stroll in Southern California as he sported a navy blue full-zip hoodie over a brown polo shirt. He also sorted a pair of skinny black trousers and brown flip-flops while holding onto the leashes of his small pups. The former child actor accessorized with a pair of black designer shades and a blue Los Angeles Dodgers baseball cap. This comes weeks after a podcast interview gives crucial insight into what led up to the former child star taking the ill-fated trip in the first place. On the April 15 episode of Conan O'Brien sidekick Andy Richter's podcast The Three Questions, he revealed that he was going up to Mammoth Mountain resort in Mammoth Lakes to give his sister Emily Osment a break. The Sixth Sense star — who shouted a shocking antisemitic slur while being arrested — had been living with the Young Sheldon actress since he lost his home in the devastating Eaton Fire in January. Haley said he wanted to give his sister a bit more freedom after monopolizing so much of her time and space in recent months. 'No matter how well we get along, it's still somebody in your house,' he said of the awkward situation, via TMZ. It was a particularly difficult time for her, as she filed to divorce her husband Jack Anthony in March after just five months of marriage. The fires created a tense situation for Haley's entire family, as he shared that it was 'devastating' to learn that his parents also lost their home in the same area, even though he thought he could eventually 'bounce back' from the loss. It would have been a particularly full house for Emily, as her brother revealed that their parents had also been staying with her in the first few weeks after their houses burned down. In order to give Emily some space, her brother said he planned to spend some time at the ski resort and would 'take the dogs' up there 'to give her some privacy again,' before delving into his search for a replacement home 'in the next week or two.' He noted sheepishly that his three dogs — 'as sweet as they are' — could be 'loud' in her house. However, he did clarify that he hadn't been living with her nonstop since January, as he did leave for a weeks-long trip to Japan, and he had 'been taking little trips' here and there to let her take control of her house for a bit. The actor's mental state may have played a role in his arrest, as sources familiar with his current situation told TMZ that he has been having a tough time after his home was burned to the ground in the devastating Altadena fire. His difficult interactions with his insurance company as he tries to get reimbursed for his destroyed home have reportedly been weighing on him. Sources said he had recently found a suitable replacement home, but he was unable to get his insurance company to pay for it. In the disturbing video obtained by a disheveled Osment appears out of it, swaying on his feet and repeatedly trying—and failing—to keep his pants up as he struggles with officers at Mammoth Mountain. The former child actor is seen stumbling, slurring, and eventually collapsing to the ground as police handcuff him and wrestle him into the back of a patrol vehicle. At one point, Osment yells, 'I've been kidnapped by a f***ing Nazi!' and accuses police of 'torturing me' while demanding they stop the alleged abuse. He also hurled an antisemitic slur during the vile tirade. Now, Osment is trying to do damage control. 'I'm absolutely horrified by my behavior. Had I known I used this disgraceful language in the throes of a blackout, I would have spoken up sooner,' he said in a statement on Friday, per People, adding, 'The past few months of loss and displacement have broken me down to a very low emotional place.' Osment recently lost his home in the devastating Los Angeles wildfires and, according to TMZ, has been locked in a battle with his insurance company over financial compensation. He continued, 'But that's no excuse for using this disgusting word. From the bottom of my heart, I apologize to absolutely everyone that this hurts. 'What came out of my mouth was nonsensical garbage - I've let the Jewish community down and it devastates me. Before he was put in the cop car, Osment was swaying on his feet and repeatedly trying—and failing—to keep his pants up At one point, Osment yells, 'I've been kidnapped by a f – – king Nazi!' and accuses police of 'torturing me' while demanding they stop the alleged abuse 'I don't ask for anyone's forgiveness, but I promise to atone for my terrible mistake.' On Thursday evening told TMZ he was 'absolutely horrified by [his] behavior, which he said occurred 'in the throes of a blackout. 'Had I known I used this disgraceful language ... I would have spoken up sooner.' The Southern California native was booked in connection with possession of cocaine and disorderly conduct under the influence of alcohol in public, according to TMZ. He was reportedly released shortly after being booked. Despite the booking, Osment's fate now lies with the District Attorney for Mono County, who will decide on whether to charge him. The actor's mental state may have played a role in his arrest, as sources familiar with his current situation told TMZ that he has been having a tough time after his home was burned to the ground in the devastating Altadena fire. His difficult interactions with his insurance company as he tries to get reimbursed for his destroyed home have reportedly been weighing on him. Sources said he had recently found a suitable replacement home, but he was unable to get his insurance company to pay for it. Osment's image as a squeaky-clean child actor came crashing down back in 2006, when he was arrested after crashing his car into a mailbox's brick pillar, which flipped his car over. He broke a rib and injured in his shoulder in the crash, necessitating a brief hospital stay. A month later, he was charged with misdemeanor DUIs for driving under the influence of alcohol with an alleged blood-alcohol content higher than 0.15 percent and for possession of marijuana while driving. Osment was also charged with having a 0.05 percent BAC while under 21. He ultimately pleaded no contest to one count each of driving under the influence of alcohol and possession of marijuana. The Forrest Gump actor was sentenced to three years of probation, along with 60 hours for an alcohol rehabilitation program. He was also required to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for six months and to pay a $1,500 fine. In February, Osment opened up about his housing woes after losing his home to the Eaton Fire. While speaking on the Mentor Buffet podcast, he noted his difficulties living in California, as he had lived in New York for 15 years before moving closer to Hollywood in 2020 — just days before a statewide stay-at-home order from Governor Gavin Newsom. 'I had this very intense pandemic relationship that ended up going nowhere. Then things started picking up after the worst of the pandemic,' he explained. 'Then there was the [SAG/WGA] strike, which I totally supported, but that put everything on hold for a very long time. 'And then we've had some political upheaval and this house that had been my refuge during the pandemic was completely destroyed in the Eaton Fire.' At the time, Osment wrote on social media: 'My heart would be so full every time I drove home. It was such a special place. I loved living there.' In January, the Oscar nominee's younger sister — Young Sheldon actor Emily Osment — revealed that their parents also lost their home in the Eaton Fire.
National Geographic
05-05-2025
- Health
- National Geographic
7 simple science-backed rules for living longer
Skip the supplements and the cryotherapy: Experts say the best biohack for adding years to your life is exercise. For instance, research shows that yoga can help with cellular aging, mobility, balance, mental health, and protecting against cognitive decline. Photograph by Andy Richter, Nat Geo Image Collection Humans have long tried to cheat death. And over the last 40 years, this collective obsession with longevity has led to landmark scientific breakthroughs and a booming anti-aging industry. Scientists are chasing novel interventions to turn back the clock, while health-conscious biohackers are volunteering as lab rats—taking drugs like rapamycin and 'young blood' plasma infusions in hopes of staying forever young. Annually, the average American spends more than $6,000 on wellness. (Can aging be cured? Scientists are giving it a try.) Scientists are closer than ever to cracking the code of aging, yet the broader field of longevity is awash with misinformation. To set the record straight, Eric Topol, a pioneering cardiologist and one of the world's top-cited scientists, wrote Super Agers: An Evidence-Based Approach to Longevity. 'Science has shown us that reversing aging, not just extending lifespan, is possible,' says Topol, the founder and director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute. 'While the science is advancing at high velocity, the predators are also flooding in, hawking products or services that aren't proven, potentially dangerous, or a waste of money.' In conversation with National Geographic, he discusses the technology revolutionizing the way we age, the pervasive pseudoscience running rampant across the longevity movement, and the most powerful 'biohacks' that could transform your health. In a sea of quack 'experts' and wellness influencers cashing in on our fear of death, Topol offers an evidence-based guidebook to aging well: 1. Remember that genes aren't your destiny If your family medical history is dotted with devastating diseases like cancer, heart disease, or Alzheimer's, your genes can feel like a death sentence. But according to Topol and extensive longitudinal data, genetics only account for about 20 percent of human longevity. The other 80 percent? Lifestyle choices, life circumstances, and environmental factors. 'For healthy aging, it's largely not a genetic story,' says Topol. 'You have a lot of power.' Many people don't adopt healthy lifestyles because they have a fatalistic attitude about their genes, says Topol. But evidence suggests that if people adopt certain data-backed habits—detailed below—they can gain at least five to seven more years of healthy life, free from age-related disease. (How old are you really? The answer is written on your face.) 2. Exercise—it's the most potent 'biohack' known to humankind From social media to self-help books, biohacks abound: Influencers on these platforms recommend trying supplement regimes, cryotherapy, whole-body MRIs, NAD+ IV drips, and stem cell treatments, to name a few. Most come with a hefty price tag, but truly effective anti-aging strategies don't have to be expensive. Exercise is our single best defense against age-related disease, says Topol. Some estimates suggest that one minute of exercise is worth five minutes of healthy living; seven minutes for high intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts. Being active—defined as briskly walking at least 150 minutes per week—is associated with living an extra 4.5 years. Topol says that exercise is so effective because it positively impacts a myriad of bodily systems: the heart, brain, pancreas, skeletal muscle, GI tract, liver, body fat, the gut microbiome, and peripheral blood vessels. It has been shown to inflammation and all-cause mortality over a lifetime. To maximize the benefits, however, you need to go beyond aerobic workouts and incorporate strength training into your routine. Lifting weights helps stave off bone loss, preserve muscle, improve balance, lower inflammation, and reduce joint pain. (What lifting weights does to your body—and your mind.) Topol suggests about 150 minutes per week or more of moderate physical activity like dancing or yoga (or 75 minutes or more of vigorous physical activity like swimming) and resistance training at least two times per week. If you can't make it to the gym, sprinkle in a few exercise 'snacks,' like push-ups, wall-sits, or lunges throughout the day. 3. Follow this evidence-based diet for longevity One eating pattern trumps others in terms of healthy aging: The Mediterranean diet. This diet is all about 'eating the rainbow'—consuming plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, lean proteins and healthy fats. Scores of nutrition studies, including one published in Nature in March 2025, show that this kaleidoscope of nutrient-dense, minimally processed foods reduces inflammation, lowers cholesterol, improves blood pressure, and helps glucose control. Over time, eating Mediterranean cuts the risk of some of the top killer diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. (The Mediterranean diet has stood the test of time for a reason: It works.) As far as how much lean protein you need, Topol recommends about 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight—which he notes is lower than the super-high protein intake that's common in biohacking circles. One food group to avoid? Ultra-processed foods, which make up 60 percent of Americans' daily energy intake, says Topol. These foods, which dominate supermarket shelves, have been linked to more than 30 health problems, most strongly heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Not only do they crowd out beneficial nutrients on our plates, ultra-processed foods may also cause direct harm via inflammation, gut microbiome disruption, and blood sugar spikes. Cooking at home and swapping packaged foods for minimally processed ones can help avoid these effects. Intermittent fasting and simple calorie restriction also show promise in extending lifespan, mostly in animal studies. But scientists haven't yet nailed down the exact effects in humans—so these approaches aren't yet widely recommended. 4. Sleep deeply Sleep enables biological renewal, helping the brain and body to recover from activities during waking hours. But as we get older, we tend to sleep worse—and this comes at a steep cost. Some experts suggest poor sleep fundamentally alters the biological machinery of aging, throwing our body's inner restore-and-repair setting out-of-whack. Too much or too little sleep can spur side effects that include a higher risk of premature death, heart problems, cancer, type 2 diabetes, immune issues, obesity, Alzheimer's disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and worsened mental health— stemming from metabolic, cellular, and hormonal disruption. (7 science-backed tips for sleeping better.) While we sleep, the brain's glymphatic system also clears away toxins and metabolic waste. Without enough deep rest, toxic byproducts linger and can spike the risk of brain disease. To sleep better Topol recommends keeping a consistent sleep and wake schedule, aiming for seven hours per night, plus doing regular exercise and not eating too close to bedtime. 5. Flex your social muscles Loneliness doesn't just take a toll on the mind; it can cut our lives short. Mounting evidence suggests social isolation can be as dangerous as smoking half a pack of cigarettes a day. It's associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and early death. 'Humans depend on social connection,' says Topol. 'But as we get older, we often 'go into a cave' and become socially isolated, which is associated with bad outcomes.' Maintaining strong relationships—even just with one or two people—helps counter chronic stress, which can make us sick. Connection can also help improve self-esteem and self-motivation, two factors that contribute to healthier habits. Topol advises getting outdoors into nature, picking up a hobby, or engaging in music or the arts with others—activities that promote longevity too. 6. Avoid the toxic offenders On top of adding healthy habits, it's crucial to cut out the bad like smoking and drinking. The biggest environmental threats to avoid? Air pollution, toxins like pesticides, microplastics, and forever chemicals. These factors are sneakily pervasive so avoiding them can feel like an impossible battle. But small changes do make a difference: Topol suggests swapping out the plastic in your kitchen for glass or wooden alternatives, using air purifiers and water filters, and buying organic produce. (Forever chemicals are hiding in your kitchen. Here's where—and what to do.) Meanwhile, skip untested products or services that haven't been proven effective. By 2030, the longevity market is projected to reach $44.2 billion. People are desperate for ways to feel better, making them prime targets for longevity-focused entrepreneurs; 95 percent of Americans over 60 have at least one chronic disease. 'Longevity companies are really good at promotion, marketing, and using social media to negate where there is truth, evidence and data,' Topol says. 'The medical community has lost people's trust, and the only way to regain it over time is to have compelling evidence that overwhelms the pseudoscience.' Topol warns to use caution when evaluating wellness hacks without robust evidence, including vitamins and supplements. Instead, focus on the emerging technologies, lifestyle changes, and treatments that are backed by science. 7. Leverage the longevity tech revolution Armed with AI, big data, and billions of dollars in research funding, academic scientists and longevity startups are pursuing countless innovations to unlock aging. Scientists are in various stages of developing precision medical forecasting techniques like 'organ clocks' that catch and prevent diseases long before symptoms appear; new drugs for flushing out 'zombie' cells that drive inflammation; immunotherapies that tweak immune function to better fight disease, and epigenetic reprogramming to make old cells youthful again. There's also evidence that GLP-1 weight-loss drugs can help curb some of humanity's most intractable age-related conditions. This technological revolution makes Topol 'very optimistic' for the future of our collective health span. 'We are going to make progress against age-related diseases like we've never seen before,' says Topol. 'And we don't have to reverse aging. We just need to identify who's at risk, put them on surveillance tracks, and get ahead of the target disease.' While we may not see the end of disease in the next two decades as some predict, we can age healthier than ever before. And we don't have to wait for these technologies to hit the market—making lifestyle changes now could add healthy years to our lives. Many of the most devastating diseases of aging take 20-plus years to take hold, so it's never too early or late to start.
CNN
13-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
CNN's Have I Got News For You Announces Season Two Premiere Week Guests
February 13th, 2025 NEW SEASON PREMIERES SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 AT 9PM ET/PT ON CNN NEW YORK – (February 12, 2024) – Attorney George Conway and Comedian and actor Andy Richter will join as guests on this week's season two premiere of CNN's Have I Got News For You , the American version of the long-running UK comedy series. Produced by Hat Trick Productions for CNN Originals, the ten-episode limited series will premiere on Saturday, February 15 at 9pm ET/PT on CNN. Always relevant and topical, Have I Got News for You, serves up a smart and edgy take on the news of the week from host Roy Wood Jr. along with two illustrious team captains in Amber Ruffin and Michael Ian Black. Andy Richter is a comedian, actor, writer and talk show announcer best known as Conan O'Brien's counterpart on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien, and Conan. He currently hosts the podcast The Three Questions with Andy Richter and The Andy Richter Call-In Show on SiriusXM. George Conway is board president of the Society for the Rule of Law and is a founding member and advisor of the Lincoln Project. He is also a contributing writer at The Atlantic and a former contributor to The Washington Post editorial page. An attorney, Conway practiced business litigation for three decades in New York City. Have I Got News For You will regularly air Saturdays at 9pm ET/PT and will be available to stream on Max the following day. This week's episode will stream live for pay TV subscribers via CNN connected TV and mobile apps on Saturday, February 15. It will also be available on demand beginning Sunday, February 16 to pay TV subscribers via CNN connected TV and mobile apps, and Cable Operator Platforms. ### About CNN Originals The CNN Originals group develops, produces and acquires original, long-form unscripted programming for CNN Worldwide. Amy Entelis, executive vice president of talent, CNN Originals and creative development, oversees the award-winning CNN Originals portfolio that includes the following premium content brands: CNN Original Series, CNN Films, CNN Flashdocs, and CNN Studios. Since 2012, the team has overseen and executive produced more than 45 multi-part documentary series and 60 feature-length documentary films, earning more than 110 awards and 445 nominations for the cable network, including CNN Films' first Academy Award® for Navalny . 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Kamau Bell ; the American version of the long-running UK comedy series, Have I Got News For You , hosted by Roy Wood Jr; and the five-time Emmy® Award-winning The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper . CNN Originals can be seen on CNN, the CNN Original Hub on Max and discovery+, the CNN Originals FAST channel, and for pay TV subscription via CNN apps and cable operator platforms. About Hat Trick Productions Hat Trick Productions is one of the UK's leading independent production and distribution companies, co-founded and run by Jimmy Mulville. For over 30 years Hat Trick has been producing critically and commercially successful content for outlets in the US and UK. Hit shows include Whose Line Is It Anyway? (ABC/CW) Episodes (BBC/Showtime) and Derry Girls (Netflix/Channel 4). Have I Got News For You is the UK's longest-running comedy show, now in its 35th year and winner of every major British television award. About Warner Bros. Discovery Warner Bros. 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