A couple says their adorable dachshund is now the “breadwinner” of the household — earning over $6,000 in just one month and helping fund their $66,239 dream wedding. Shannon Edmondson, 31, from Stalybridge, Manchester, has turned her miniature long-haired dachshund, Wilson, into a social media star, bringing in thousands through user-generated content (UGC), brand deals … Read more
After a punishing winter of arctic temperatures and a record-breaking blizzard, most of us are ready to shed our outer layers — and soak up the sun’s rays. Not Sophia Marren. Day drinking on the patio with pals? Not for her. Beach plans on a sun-drenched Saturday? No thanks. Sophia Marren isn’t a fan of summer … Read more
Tax Day is quickly approaching, and with just one week left to file, it’s important to keep a close eye on common mistakes that taxpayers make. Filling out tax returns can be confusing, and there are some easy ways that people can slip up when filing themselves, according to Lisa Greene-Lewis, TurboTax expert and CPA, … Read more
Well-rounded. A new image from the Artemis II Orion spacecraft, currently en route home from its journey to the Moon, reveals Earth for what it is: a glorious sphere. This is news because an alarming number of our fellow human beings subscribe to the belief that the Earth is actually flat and that a shadowy … Read more
Rising fuel costs and supply chain hiccups are prompting some companies to pass the costs of war in Iran on to customers. While some US shippers have been transparent about new war-related charges, other fees are not so clear about how the consumer foots the company’s bill. “Companies tend to look for ways to get … Read more
Gail Rudnick and Kim Murstein — the no-nonsense hosts of hit podcast series “Excuse My Grandma” — are The Post’s brand-new advice columnists. From family feuds to friendship fallouts, money, marriage and sex, there’s no topic too taboo to tackle, and the native New Yorkers will hash out each issue from their differing perspectives to tell the … Read more
Inflation-weary Americans now face a sobering reality. For a comfortable retirement, your nest egg now needs to be $200,000 larger than before, according to a new report, which reveals the new “magic number” is $1.46 million — up from $1.26 million last year. And here’s the kicker: only half of Americans feel ready to hit … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I spent the morning at a close friend’s home. She is in her early 80s and starting to show some mental decline and memory problems. Her children are in their 30s and still live at home. Her husband is also in his 80s. While there, I noticed how, at every opportunity, the kids … Read more
Hold onto your Mickey ears — and stow that Stanley cup. Disneyland is banning the bougie reusable water bottles from a top ride following a surge in shutdowns — revealing that attached-at-the-lip tourists are creating operational headaches at the happiest place on earth. At a recent briefing, park officials said that a growing number of temporary … Read more
Gen Z boys are obsessing over their skin, their jawlines and their bodies in a new trend called “looksmaxxing.” These young men swap tips and scrutinize themselves in the mirror, going to extreme and sometimes harmful lengths to improve their appearances. They’ve baffled the internet and the media, but there’s absolutely nothing surprising about the … Read more
I shot my shot — and ended up scoring. Though I don’t exactly identify as a sports buff, I was excited to check out this past Friday’s Brooklyn Nets vs. Atlanta Hawks NBA game at Barclays Center. But I wasn’t there to cheer on the Nets amid their tragic 19-59 season. Instead, I was among … Read more
An amusing new parenting trend is going viral online, with parents discovering a weird hack to get their toddlers to calm down from a tantrum. On social media, parents are sharing videos of them shouting the name “Jessica” while their child is in the middle of a meltdown — and it mostly works to stop … Read more
Budget airline AirAsia X is hiking airfare and cutting flights in response to jet fuel shortages amid the war in the Middle East. The Malaysian carrier raised prices by as much as 40% and fuel surcharges by 20%, Bloomberg reported. Group Chief Executive Officer Bo Lingam said in a media briefing on Monday that the … Read more
Thanks to war mongering and the rising cost of oil, your high-seas adventure could come with an even higher price tag this year. Experts warn that if you have a cruise booked in 2026, you could be levied with a hefty fuel surcharge. Oil prices have risen more than 40% since Operation Epic Fury got underway on … Read more
If manifesting money were as easy as pressing play, we’d all be millionaires. But on social media, many Gen Zers are convinced the secret to wealth isn’t hustle culture — it’s a disco beat. Anita Ward’s 1979 disco hit “Ring My Bell” is having an unexpected second life in 2026, with thousands of users swearing … Read more
Thailand has no time for e-cigs and no mercy for tourists who break the country’s vape ban. Two English holidaymakers were vaping on a bucolic beach in the popular destination when authorities approached to tell them their habit was not just bad for their health and ‘uncool ‘by teenage standards, but illegal. “‘It was a … Read more
With flight prices soaring due to jet fuel shortages amid the conflict in the Middle East, one major airline is going the opposite route. Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways announced it will be cutting fares on long-haul flights up to 50%. The ongoing war has had a negative impact on demand for travel, and the airline … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have a neurological disorder and can no longer keep up with my friends (who used to be my friends). I don’t explain the problems I have and why I can’t do the things I used to do unless they ask. I still drive, but I have trouble walking. I have a wonderful … Read more
A Qantas plane bound for the US has been forced to turned back mid-flight after a medical emergency on-board. Flight QF7, en route to Dallas, Texas, had been in the air for approximately four hours when it diverted over the North Fiji Basin, before beginning its journey back to Sydney Airport. Australian Olympic diver Sam … Read more
Cruising to tropical destinations may sound carefree and a bucket-list best, but some of the most popular ports come with safety concerns travelers should not ignore, industry experts say. Passengers need to understand local risks before leaving the ship, especially in destinations with higher crime rates or active government warnings, experts say. A recent podcast, “The Travel … Read more