Talk about a company wanting their members to go all out for them — literally. A pilates studio called Solidcore is turning heads on social media after revealing they are encouraging members to brand themselves with a tattoo of their logo to celebrate their 10-year anniversary, according to several posts put out by content creators. … Read more
Some things are synonyms with certain months of the year. Dry July is the month of mocktails, November is the era of upper lip growth, and every October is pumpkin spice season. One recent study points towards September as the month with the most birthdays, data that hardly surprised experts given September births are the result of conceptions … Read more
It could be a Great Dane-ger. Experts are warning against giving your dog certain pumpkin parts or pumpkin-flavored treats this Halloween and Thanksgiving, as there could be adverse — and costly — effects on Rover’s health. “When it comes to fresh pumpkins, avoid giving your pet the stem, leaves, skin, or raw seeds,” the Animal Humane … Read more
A con man living in Spain has been arrested for faking heart attacks on 20 different occasions to get out of paying for his meals at various restaurants. The 50-year-old man, a Lithuanian national identified as Aidas J., lives in the southeastern port city of Alicante and has acted like a “typical Russian tourist” while … Read more
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos are talking about their sex life — again. This time, Ripa jokingly compared herself to a female frog during “Live with Kelly and Mark” on Friday. When Ripa noted that she found out that female frogs “fake their own deaths to avoid unwanted attention” from males, she quipped: “Let me … Read more
Everyone loves fast food for a source of comfort, but teenage girls need to be especially cautious when consuming it. It’s known that a diet high in sugar, carbohydrates, and highly processed foods is linked to an increased risk of cancer in general as well as obesity and other health issues. But a new study … Read more
A dad in the United Kingdom who won a home worth £2M — or about $2.5 million in US dollars — nearly missed out because he thought he was getting a spam call as opposed to the real thing. Simon Williams, 41, scooped up the latest “Omaze Million Pound House Draw” in the UK — a beautifully … Read more
It’s a real eyesore. A Toronto-based optometrist is sharing how waterproof makeup can harm eyes. “Waterproof makeup doesn’t dissolve in our tears. It can actually stick around in our eye and clog our oil glands that produce oil into our tears,” Dr. Alexa Hecht explained in a May TikTok that has resurfaced. In the 37-second clip, … Read more
No joke, they “croak.” Female frogs fake their deaths to avoid sexual interactions, a new study has found. Experts previously believed that she-frogs weren’t able to fend off unwanted male attention — in the form of intimidation, harassment and even forced sex — that could potentially lead to the physical attachment of male frogs to females, called … Read more
Here’s how to ensure the day you get hitched goes off without a hitch. Absolute perfection is often the benchmark that blushing brides-to-be strive for when planning their big days. However, ceremony spoilers — including troublemaking guests, blubbering babies and an attention-seeking mother-in-law who insists on wearing a white gown for the fête — can … Read more
Peter Facinelli and Jennie Garth know when their daughters try to put one over on them. The “Nurse Jackie” alum revealed his No. 1 co-parenting advice is to be on the same page as your ex — at least in front of the kids. “I always feel like as long as the parents, the co-parents … Read more
Talk about a fanny pack. Airline-checked bags fees can be a pain the butt — but this fast-thinking frequent flyer used her tail, rather than her head, to put those pesky charges behind her. “When you’re flying Frontier and they say your personal bag is too big,” cash-conscious traveler Shewana McGee, from Birmingham, Ala., penned in the … Read more
Want a healthy tummy? Just use your noodle — and add some shrimp. To maintain an up-to-snuff gut and avoid the plague of digestive diseases such as chronic constipation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), hepatitis and Crohn’s Disease, experts have revealed the “No. 1” lunch health-conscious foodies should eat. Eat “Kimchi Shrimp Cup of Noodles,” said registered dietitian … Read more
Cancer has many risk factors. Some — like gender, age, and family history — can’t be controlled. But others, like diet, can be managed. Proper nutrition has been shown to reduce cancer risk, noted Dr. Brian Slomovitz, director of gynecologic oncology and co-chair of the Cancer Research Committee at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami … Read more
Celebrating Meghan Markle is a piece of cake for some — but not for the royal family. On August 4, the Duchess of Sussex turned 42, and while she was able to celebrate the occasion early by going to see the “Barbie” movie with a group of girlfriends, there seemed to be something missing from … Read more
Nearly half of Americans would avoid going to a store that didn’t have a drive-thru (47%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults found that twice as many people prefer the drive-thru to going in-store (28% vs. 14%). And a third of those who prefer drive-thrus said they will “always” choose that … Read more
It’s summertime and you know what that means: the dreaded mosquitoes are out to play. If you’ve ever wondered why it seems like you’re the only person at the outdoor party getting bit by the pesky creatures, you’re not alone. A new YouTube video by the American Chemical Society in its “Reactions” series explores how … Read more
TOKYO (AP) — In Japan, a nation reputed for loyalty to companies and lifetime employment, people who job-hop are often viewed as quitters. And that’s considered shameful. Enter “taishoku daiko,” or “job-leaving agents.” Dozens of such services have sprung up in the last several years to help people who simply want out. “Imagine a messy … Read more
It pays to fly the friendly skies. A grad student clocked over 92,000 frequent flier miles after commuting from his home in Los Angeles to the Bay Area at least three times a week — just so he didn’t have to pay rent. The super commuter’s Reddit post went viral after he laid out the … Read more
Hoping to escape the Big Apple this summer? Avoid JFK. Travelers hoping to whiz their way to-and-from through America’s gateway to the world are consistently subjected to longer waits at security and passport control than at any other U.S. airport, according to travel site Bounce. Joining JFK on the naughty step are runners-up San Francisco … Read more