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It's Wednesday, May 13, 2026, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• PCOS has been renamed as PMOS.

• A secret protein powerhouse in a flower?

• “Fart walk” but make it better.

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Top Headlines

SPILL THE NEWS

Women’s Health

End of an Era for PCOS

In a historic move for women’s health, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). The change, announced May 12 in The Lancet, follows a decade-long push to correct a century of medical "confusion."

"The name PCOS didn’t capture the multi-system burden," says Dr. Helena Teede, who spearheaded the global effort. While doctors once focused solely on the "cysts", which are actually eggs in arrested development, research now confirms the disorder is a complex hormonal imbalance affecting metabolism and heart health. Patient advocate Rachel Morman notes the old name led many to believe they had simple ovarian cysts. Experts hope the PMOS rebrand will "change practice," shifting treatment from purely reproductive goals to comprehensive metabolic care.

US News

Trump Proposes Gas Tax Pause With Inflation At Three-Year High

President Donald Trump proposed a federal gas tax suspension on Tuesday as a "relief" for Americans facing $4.50-a-gallon fuel prices fueled by the 10-week-old war in Iran. The proposal comes as the Labor Department reported a 3.8% surge in consumer prices, the sharpest jump in three years. With his approval rating hitting a record low of 37% in a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll, Trump dismissed economic concerns regarding the war.

Meanwhile, the Pentagon revealed war costs have hit $29 billion, even as the current ceasefire sits on “life support.” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Congress that the US is ready to resume attacks if negotiations fail. “We’re either going to make a deal or they’re going to be decimated,” Trump told reporters. The proposed tax holiday requires congressional approval to address the 18.3-cent-per-gallon federal levy.

Lifestyle

The Quest for Perfect Physique Going Too Far

Forget the "hot girl summer" — it’s officially the era of the "looksmaxxed" man, and things are getting wild. From child actors trying to sculpt the "perfect jawline" to high schoolers hiding packages from their parents, young men are falling down a rabbit hole of unregulated peptides and testosterone (TRT).

Think of peptides as the body’s "signaling molecules". They’re like text messages telling your muscles to grow or your skin to tan. But here’s the catch: many are sold via an online "gray market" labeled "for research only". As one lawyer put it, it’s a game of "Whack-A-Mole" between the FDA and sellers. Meanwhile, TRT prescriptions have exploded to 12 million annually, fueled by influencers who treat testosterone like a status symbol.

The risks? Disproportionate growth (hello, giant jaw and feet!), fluid on the brain, or even cancer. As Dr. Ava Shamban warns, buying these online is like "playing blackjack with your health." Stay safe out there, fellas, sometimes "touching grass" is better than injecting it.

In the know

DON’T MISS

🌍 Trump says he isn't considering Americans’ finances "even a little bit" in high-stakes Iran negotiations.

🧠 Quit the "screen apnea" and join a 4-week challenge to help you get off your phone and finally reclaim your brain.

💪 Move over, kale. Scientists just found a secret protein powerhouse hiding in your flower beds.

⚖️ Virginia GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans faces resignation calls after agreeing with racist radio remarks about Hakeem Jeffries.

🪑 Sitting’s the new smoking? When done right, the results can be superpower-like!

🔥 eBay officially shuts down GameStop’s bid to buy the e-commerce giant. That too, with a diss!

📰 Did Epstein really write that suicide note? The New York Times is onto something.

🏛️ FDA chief Marty Makary resigns, opening the door for activists to target abortion pill access.

🇺🇸🇨🇳 Pete Hegseth and a roster of elite tech CEOs are joining Trump in Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with Xi. Wait, is that ‘Melania’ director?

🌐 Southern California city mayor Eileen Wang resigns after being charged with acting as an illegal agent for China.

📌 Senate confirms Kevin Warsh to Fed board while Trump names the new acting ICE leader.

Health & Wellness

FOR YOUR WELLBEING

🧘 The recent outbreak on a cruise ship is sparking some post-COVID anxiety for a lot of us. But before you spiral into a doomscroll, here is how experts suggest you calm yourself down!

🥚 There is a good chance you are low on Vitamin D (honestly, most of us are), especially if you spend all day indoors. It might be time to give your grocery list a quick rethink!

😴 Sound baths offer a wonderful way to relax and unwind, but scientists are pointing out that those “cellular healing” claims are mostly just marketing. At least we get a solid nap out of our time there? 

🚶 You might have heard of the “fart walk”, but the Italians have a way more sophisticated version of the same thing — with plenty of unexpected health benefits.

Decor & More

HOUSE TO HOME

🛒 Your vanity is currently a crime scene. These chic rolling carts are the only way to save your skincare stash.

🌈 Move over, accent walls! This dreamy new gradient paint trend is the ultimate way to give your room a glow-up.

🏡 You don’t need a total demo to get a dream kitchen. Designers reveal four simple ways to upgrade your space. Also, these clever storage hacks will make small spaces feel like a massive walk-in pantry.

🪑 Turn your backyard into a five-star resort (minus the $20 cocktails) with the chicest outdoor furniture on the market. Time to stop sitting on rusty metal from the '90s.

Hollywood

THE FAME FRAME

😂 Katy Perry had the most relatable reaction to her ex Josh Groban’s engagement. We are honestly obsessed.

🎤 Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show’ just hosted its most iconic guest lineup — his “best television friends” yet for one final, historic curtain call.

🎶 Wait, what’s the drama between Eli and Taylor Swift?

📺 Your Wordle obsession just got a major upgrade — Savannah Guthrie is officially bringing it to your TV screens.

🎬 The Cannes red carpet just leveled up. See every breathtaking, high-fashion look from the festival.

Interactive

WEIGH IN

Cities are turning to AI-powered vehicle cameras to detect potholes, broken signs, graffiti, and other street problems before residents report them. Companies like Waymo and Samsara say connected cars and trucks could help cities fix infrastructure faster and more efficiently. Supporters call it smart urban planning, while critics wonder whether constant street-level surveillance is becoming normalized in everyday life.

"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."

— Thomas Edison