Shauna Wright
![Can Singing Help Heal Depression, Improve Parkinson’s Conditions? — Health Check](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/parkinsonschoir.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Can Singing Help Heal Depression, Improve Parkinson’s Conditions? — Health Check
Parkinson’s Disease is a frustrating and frightening medical condition, and treatment options are few. However, a group in Canterbury, England may have made a surprising discovery that could benefit not only them, but everyone else in the world – singing seems to make them feel better.
![This Day in History for November 27 – First Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/macysparade.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for November 27 – First Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1095 – Pope Urban II declares the First Crusade at the Council of Clermont (More info)
1895 – At the Swedish-Norwegian Club in Paris, Alfred Nobel signs his last will and testament, setting aside his estate to establish the Nobel Prize after he dies (More info)
![Celebrity Birthdays for November 27 – Caroline Kennedy, Robin Givens and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/nov27.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 27 – Caroline Kennedy, Robin Givens and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Caroline Kennedy
Age: 54
Occupation: Author and Attorney
Known For: Being the only surviving child of JFK and Jackie Kennedy, writing two books on civil liberties, and co-founding the Profiles in Courage Award
![Celebrity Birthdays for November 26 – Tina Turner, Peter Facinelli and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/nov26.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 26 – Tina Turner, Peter Facinelli and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Tina Turner
Age: 72
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, and Actress
Known For: A 50-year career, first with her then-husband Ike and later as a solo artist, during which she became known for songs like ‘River Deep, Mountain High,’ ‘Proud Mary,’ and ‘Private Dancer,’ writing the book ‘I Tina’ on which the biopic ‘What’s Love Got to Do With
![This Day in History for November 26 – Tut’s Tomb Discovered and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/kingtut.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for November 26 – Tut’s Tomb Discovered and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1898 – A powerful early winter storm batters the New England coast, killing at least 450 people in New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts (More info)
1922 – Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon become the first people to enter the tomb of King Tut in over 3,000 years (More info)
![This Day in History for November 25 – JFK Buried at Arlington and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/JFK_grave.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for November 25 – JFK Buried at Arlington and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1947 – The “Hollywood Ten” are blacklisted by Hollywood movie studios (More info)
1952 – Agatha Christie’s murder-mystery play ‘The Mousetrap’ opens at the Ambassadors Theatre in London, eventually becoming the longest continuously-running play in history (More info)
![Celebrity Birthdays for November 25 – John Larroquette, Christina Applegate and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/nov25.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 25 – John Larroquette, Christina Applegate and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
John Larroquette
Age: 64
Occupation: Actor
Known For: His skill as both a comedic and dramatic actor, and roles on shows like ‘Night Court,’ ‘The West Wing,’ ‘The John Larroquette Show,’ and ‘Boston Legal’
![Celebrity Birthdays for November 24 – Colin Hanks, Katherine Heigl and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/nov24.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 24 – Colin Hanks, Katherine Heigl and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Colin Hanks
Age: 34
Occupation: Actor
Known For: Appearing in films such as ‘Orange County’ and on TV in ‘Band of Brothers,’ ‘Roswell,’ ‘The Good Guys,’ and ‘Dexter,’ and being the eldest son of Oscar-magnet Tom Hanks
![This Day in History for November 24 – Darwin Publishes ‘Origin of Species’ and More](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/darwin-species.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for November 24 – Darwin Publishes ‘Origin of Species’ and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1859 – Charles Darwin publishes ‘On the Origin of Species,’ which immediately sells out its initial print run (More info)
1932 – The FBI Crime Lab officially opens in Washington, DC (More info)
![7 Survival Strategies to Having a Happy Black Friday](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/shoppers2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
7 Survival Strategies to Having a Happy Black Friday
Chris Hondros, Getty Images
You have your Black Friday ads. You know when the stores open. You even know the most dangerous toys being sold this year. You, sir or madam, are ready to shop.
Or are you? Here are a few more suggestions to make your Black Friday buying excursions go as smoothly as possible
(N)Duran, Flickr
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Leave the Kids at Home
Even if you aren’t shopping for them and thu
![Man Endures Seven-Hour Flight While Standing, Obese Passenger Took Up His Seat](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/airlineseats.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Man Endures Seven-Hour Flight While Standing, Obese Passenger Took Up His Seat
In the past year or so, several airlines have made headlines for insisting obese passengers buy two seats to accommodate their size and avoid infringing on the space occupied by others. Some people say the practice is unfair, but Arthur Berkowitz likely isn’t one of them.
On a recent US Airlines flight from Anchorage to Philadelphia, he was forced to stand for the entire seven-hour trip when he wa
![Watch Out for ‘Holiday Heart Syndrome’ on Thanksgiving — Health Check [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/126/files/2011/11/wine.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Watch Out for ‘Holiday Heart Syndrome’ on Thanksgiving — Health Check [VIDEO]
While you should eat, drink and be merry on Thanksgiving, doctors are warning not to overdo it. Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to what’s known as “holiday heart syndrome.”
The term was coined back in the 1970s when researchers detected heart rhythm abnormalities in 24 study participants, none of whom had a history of heart disease — but all of whom had too much to drink over the holidays.