Thinking of taking those big brains to grad school? Depending on your field of choice, it may not stretch your career prospects or future earnings — just your own wallet. According to a study recently released by the Postsecondary Education & Economics Center at American University, which was originally based on research from the Yale … Read more
Maeve O’Neil, a 19-year-old freshman at George Washington University, knew she was sick — but had no idea just how dire it had become. It was seeing a dramatic spike in her respiratory rate, resting heart rate and body temperature through her device that gave her the courage to get it checked out — before … Read more
Like many American men of his generation, Ryan Kessler, 28, is terrified of talking to women. But it’s not a lack of smarts or swag that makes the single Manhattanite hesitant to approach women out in the wild; it’s the fear of being mistaken as a toxically macho, bone-headed creep. Kessler told The Post that … Read more
You’re damned if you do damned if you don’t. With 2026 only a few days away, many are whipping out the Notes app on their phones to jot down goals for the new year — one of them may be to read more. As impressive as you might think it is to say you’ve read … Read more
Parents across the country are shelling out more money than ever before on education costs for their children. In New York City, the average private school parent is paying $27,322 for high school tuition, with some prestigious schools topping $70,000. Additionally, families are making enormous expenditures on back-to-school supplies as well as tutoring, test prep, … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I had a friend, “Mylene,” for many years. We swapped dog-sitting to offset the cost for each other. I helped her when she was sick and broke her foot. I walked her dog whenever she needed me. If a funeral, wedding or family emergency came up, I was always there for her. An … Read more
People with “beer bellies” may have an increased risk of heart damage, raising fresh concerns about the health risks tied to extra weight around the midsection. German researchers found that men with fat deposits around the abdomen showed clear signs of early heart damage, even when their overall weight wasn’t especially high. Scientists wanted to better … Read more
Another one bites the dust. “The Simpsons” has killed off yet another longtime character – and fans of the hit animated sitcom are far from happy about it. Alice Glick, Springfield’s First Church organist, died suddenly in the middle of a sermon during the Season 37 episode “Sashes to Sashes” on Sunday night. “The Simpsons” … Read more
The pie’s the limit for macaroni and cheese lovers. Fall is the time of year when people love to indulge in comfort foods — especially with Thanksgiving around the corner — and Kraft has combined two favorites to create a unique new meal. The brand new Apple Pie-flavored Kraft Mac & Cheese combines “two of … Read more
Mischief managed. “Harry Potter” stars James and Oliver Phelps, who played the jokester twins Fred and George Weasley in all eight movies, revealed what they really think of the upcoming HBO TV show. “I haven’t thought about it,” James, 39, told The Post. James and Oliver Phelps on the set of “Harry Potter: Wizards of … Read more
You had me at halo. Health halos are foods that seem healthy because they are marketed as “organic,” “low-fat,” “natural” or “gluten-free,” but they’re not actually good for you since they’re high in sugar, salt or calories. Research has consistently shown that consumers have trouble distinguishing health halos. For example, a recent study found that … Read more
Elise is saying goodbye to Annie. Goldie Hawn posted a heartbreaking tribute to her “The First Wives Club” co-star Diane Keaton after the latter actress died at age 79. “Diane, we aren’t ready to lose you,” Hawn, 79, wrote on Instagram Saturday, alongside a black-and-white picture of Keaton. Diane Keaton, Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler in … Read more
War is over — but it seems no one told the grandstanding, Israel-hating celebrities who made the “Free Palestine, ceasefire now” movement their entire personality for the last two years. It’s been two days since President Trump announced the historic and, yes, still precarious ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Such wonderful news — an end to … Read more
We’re guilt-tripping over guilt-tipping. Two-thirds (65%) of American consumers are experiencing tipping fatigue — up from 60% last year and 53% in 2023, according to an annual study by Popmenu, a tech company serving more than 10,000 restaurants. Over the last year, people have paid around $150 in tips on average, which they didn’t feel … Read more
Work smarter, not harder. A new report has revealed that workers’ preference for a flexible remote work schedule continues well after the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns. Video conference tech company Owl Labs released its ninth annual State of Hybrid Work report, finding that 65% are interested in “microshifting” — described as “structured flexibility with short, non-linear … Read more
They’re extra private jet-setters. The idea of a window seat might become obsolete — at least in the private sector. An aviation startup called Otto Aerospace has designed what could be the private jet of the future, complete with better fuel efficiency — and perhaps most shockingly — no traditional portals to the outside. Instead, … Read more
Capri Stampone is in a meat-cute romance. At just 6 months old, before cutting her first tooth, the infant fell in love with beef, chicken and fish — turning her tiny back on the usual jars full of mush that most babies consume, according to mom Angelena Minniti-Stampone. “She literally snatches the meat out of my mouth,” … Read more
New research finds that girls’ nights aren’t just fun, but essential. Women say they need a girls’ night every 22 days to feel balanced. And for most women, wine is what sets the tone. In a world that often feels like it’s rushing by, a glass of wine and a night with close friends might … Read more
In today’s digital dating world, where single people would often rather meet a potential suitor online, one of the main complaints — particularly from women — is that people rarely approach someone they’re interested in in person anymore. A North Carolina model, who said she hasn’t been on a date in almost a year, blames … Read more
Evan Rachel Wood is not returning for “Practical Magic 2.” The actress, 37, shared the news in a message on her Instagram Stories Friday. “I am getting asked about this a lot, so l’ll just clear it up now; I was not asked to come back and be in the #PracticalMagic sequel,” Wood wrote. Evan … Read more