The Environmental Protection Agency announced Thursday that it would add microplastics and pharmaceuticals to a list of drinking water contaminants that it’s drafting. In a press briefing, Lee Zeldin, the agency’s administrator, said the gesture was a “direct response to the concern of millions of Americans, who have long demanded answers about what they and … Read more
Six Los Angeles restaurants were named Wednesday to the famed California Michelin Guide. Michelin Guide inspectors spend the year seeking out the best restaurants, with selections added twice a year. This month, the guide recommended a variety of eateries, from a seafood-tasting spot to a Chinese American restaurant. Corridor 109 Corridor 109 is described as … Read more
A customer was left confused after spotting a $1 donation automatically added to their bill at popular Melbourne restaurant Chin Chin, without explicit consent. The frustrated diner vented on social media, sharing a photo of the receipt from the Southeast Asian restaurant’s CBD location, with the line ‘1 x $1 donation’ listed above the rest … Read more
It was a festive night for the royals. During Kate Middleton’s annual “Together at Christmas” carol service in London on Friday night, she and Prince William’s three kids joined in on the holiday cheer. Attendees could line the Christmas tree outside Westminster Abbey with their names and notes, which is exactly what Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, … Read more
Whey too much! We know that protein is good for us — it increases fullness, reduces appetite and builds muscle — but does it really need to be packed into every single thing we eat, including junk food? Starbucks recently launched a new menu of protein-boosted beverages, while the makers of Pop-Tarts and Doritos just … Read more
A customer had some reservations about his bill at a restaurant. One frustrated customer claimed that they were charged a “quiet time surcharge” on their bill, which was added before the tip — because the restaurant they dined at was empty. The user shared on Reddit that they decided to check out a local restaurant … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. The oracle Lorne has spoken. After a tumultuous, turnover-filled last week of summer — pour one out for Heidi Gardner, Michael Longfellow, Emil … Read more
They’re officially on the map. Fourteen Big Apple restaurants were added to the Michelin Guide on Wednesday, and shockingly, most of them were not in Manhattan. Brooklyn had the most Michelin newcomers, with eight. Manhattan managed only six. The borough of churches boasted Middle Eastern restaurant Yemenat in Bay Ridge; 6 Restaurant, a European eatery in Carroll … Read more
The human body needs protein. Proteins carry out countless functions inside cells and they are vital for the growth, repair and maintenance of muscles, bones and skin. And with food companies rolling out high-protein versions of a huge range of foods, including milkshakes and granola bars — and even pancakes and popcorn — you might … Read more
A disgruntled patron posted a receipt from a recent trip to a restaurant that charged its guests a mandatory “living wage fee” on Instagram threads — and the internet was incensed. Despite the clarification at the bottom of the receipt, the original user captioned their post: “WTF is a living wage fee?” @ ant.really.do.this / … Read more
Jay and Sofia Lyons set a date to mate. Scheduling sex, designating a few days each week to do the do. It’s served as the “glue” that’s kept the Upper West Side couple happily hitched for over 31 years. “It’s made our relationship one million times better,” Jay, an Emmy-winning director and producer, told The … Read more
This patron hit their tipping point. A frustrated diner has reignited the tipping debate after being asked to leave a tip twice. Reddit user @TheLarlagar explained in the EndTipping group that they ordered takeout through the restaurant’s website and tipped online to be nice because they live in a small town and wanted a good … Read more
It was a prank that was pulled off in plane sight. An Irish restaurant mocked Michael O’Leary — the CEO of budget airline Ryanair — by adding additional charges to his food bill, mimicking the extra fees his carrier often piled onto customers. Luvida, a restaurant in Navan, Ireland, shared in a Facebook post on … Read more
You may soon be able to eat your Ozempic… sort of. GLP-1 supplements are booming, promising to deliver similar benefits to Ozempic and Wegovy without the pricey injections. The latest contender is NotCo’s GLP Booster, a first-of-its-kind botanical powder that you can add to any food to help you eat less — and the brand … Read more
They not like us! Four musicians have been announced as part of the Super Bowl pregame performers ahead of Kendrick Lamar’s highly-anticipated halftime show in the Big Easy next year. Grammy-winning singer Jon Batiste, 38, Christian recording artist Lauren Daigle, 33, R&B vocalist Ledisi, 52, and jazz musician Trombone Shorty, 38, have been added to the … Read more
Part of maintaining a balanced diet is knowing what to avoid — and a new study shows that some so-called “healthy” choices could be hiding a glut of added sugar and saturated fat. The US government’s 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends limiting added sugar and saturated fat to less than 10% of your daily calories. Yet … Read more
Boop! The dictionary has more words now — though some might give you the ick. The Cambridge Dictionary added more than 3,200 words this year — including some Gen Z slang terms that will have some people feeling old. While some slang terms and words often disappear from people’s dialects thanks to a constantly evolving … Read more
Doing the dirty should start with eating clean. Aphrodisiacs ― a term derived from Aphrodite, the Greek Goddess of love ― is a food or other substance that is thought to increase one’s libido. While erotic mood-boosting foods are more folklore than fact, many foods dubbed aphrodisiacs can indeed contribute to healthy blood circulation, help balance … Read more
A doting dad from New Jersey who happens to be blind is adding braille to his baby daughter’s storybooks so he can read to her at bedtime. The small act of love is just one part of the proud papa’s promise to never let his sight-challenged status “get in the way of being a good … Read more
Max is honoring late “Friends” star Matthew Perry with a remembrance card, which is featured before each season premiere on the streaming network. The card reads: “IN MEMORY OF MATTHEW PERRY 1969-2023.” It flashes on screen for roughly five seconds before the start of the “Friends” opening sequence, according to Variety. “Friends,” which ran for … Read more