How to get rid of hiccups: Bite on this fruit to help stop involuntary contractions

Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle. According to the NHS, there is often no obvious reason why you get them, but some people find certain things trigger their hiccups, such as stress, strong emotions, like excitement, eating and drinking. Usually, hiccups disappear within a few minutes, but for those with less patience, […]

How to get rid of hiccups: Bite on this fruit to help stop involuntary contractions

HOW TO get rid of hiccups: They’re a common occurrence, and most cases last just a few minutes, but having a case of hiccups can cause anxiety and stress. While you can usually wait for them to go away, people over time have found a variety of methods have helped, including biting on a specific […]

From hiccups to slip-ups: A rundown of the biggest national anthem fails (VIDEOS)

In light of the super-awkward national anthem faux pas at the Fed Cup tennis tournament in Hawaii on Saturday, when part of the German national anthem from the Nazi era was sung, RT examines other embarrassing moments when national anthems went wrong. 1) Oh no, Canada When singer Mark Donnelly took to the ice to […]