42-year-old woman on track to set a running world record — and beat male rivals — in the Alps

42-year-old woman on track to set a running world record — and beat male rivals — in the Alps

Ain’t no mountain high enough — at least not for this superwoman. Ultra-runner and New Zealand native Sophie Grant has set out to break the record for the fastest known time ever through the treacherous Alpine pass of Via Alpina. She’s set to achieve her goal in 30 days. “Being able to look up and … Read more

Survey ranks the best and worst McDonald’s in the US — New Jersey beat out New York

Survey ranks the best and worst McDonald’s in the US — New Jersey beat out New York

The Aloha State is the Mac-daddy when it comes to Golden Arches. New Jersey boasted the second highest rated McDonald’s branches in the nation behind Hawaii, according to a survey by Restaurant Furniture. To gauge which regions “serve up the best Golden Arches experience, the restaurant furnishing purveyor examined over 8.7 million customer reviews on … Read more

Exclusive | How Topps beat everyone to the LeBron James-76ers decision — and blindsided NBA

Exclusive | How Topps beat everyone to the LeBron James-76ers decision — and blindsided NBA

The NBA spent all summer waiting on LeBron James’ free agency decision, and the scoop went to a trading card company. News of James’ two-year agreement with the 76ers was printed on cardboard and posted by the Topps social media team in conjunction with James in a collaborative Instagram post before any reporter or even … Read more

The absolute longest humans could live — even if we beat aging: study

The absolute longest humans could live — even if we beat aging: study

Tough break, biohackers. A new study claims to have found the absolute upper limit of the human lifespan — even if scientists somehow crack the code on aging itself. There’s just one wrinkle: The oldest person on record made it to 122, leaving plenty of birthday candles to blow out before anyone can put the … Read more

Best lakes near Los Angeles to beat the summer heat

Best lakes near Los Angeles to beat the summer heat

Angelenos are known to beat the heat with ocean visits or pool parties, but LA also offers some hidden gem lakes, with a variety of attractions. Castaic Lake is Los Angeles County’s largest lake and closest to the city, an approximate half-hour drive.  While the main upper lake is currently closed to swimming due to … Read more

Exclusive | Ambitious classmates conquer 41 NYC playgrounds in a day to beat previous Guinness World Record

Exclusive | Ambitious classmates conquer 41 NYC playgrounds in a day to beat previous Guinness World Record

Upper West Side classmates Hannah Bruner and Wilder McGraw, both 8, woke up one morning and decided to make history. The two adventurers, along with Bruner’s mom and McGraw’s dad, embarked on a 9-hour, 21-mile mission, biking through the Upper West Side and Midtown West to take on an ambitious summer challenge: break the world … Read more

NYC singles are turning to bars to beat the loneliness curse — but some venues are struggling to profit from the boom

NYC singles are turning to bars to beat the loneliness curse — but some venues are struggling to profit from the boom

Stop, in the name of love. NYC’s digital dating-weary singles are increasingly leaning on Big Apple bars to help them facilitate conversations with strangers — there’s a reason why every watering hole from the West Village to Williamsburg seems to suddenly be hosting “love science experiments” or handing out “intention bracelets” at the door. But this … Read more

‘Surveillance pricing’ revealed: How companies use your data to charge you more than your peers — and how you can beat them

‘Surveillance pricing’ revealed: How companies use your data to charge you more than your peers — and how you can beat them

Your neighbors might be paying less for the same groceries you buy every week. In the age of “surveillance pricing,” the cost of an item is being determined by your personal information. Companies are using your personal data to figure out how much they believe you are willing to pay. Now everyone from lawmakers to … Read more

Ken Rosenthal slams Mike Francesa’s Mets-Francisco Lindor trade comments: ‘Not a beat reporter’

Ken Rosenthal slams Mike Francesa’s Mets-Francisco Lindor trade comments: ‘Not a beat reporter’

Ken Rosenthal is firing back at Mike Francesa, who claims the Mets are actively trying to trade Francisco Lindor as the MLB trade deadline approaches. On his podcast earlier this week, Francesa claimed that the Mets aren’t just listening to offers on Lindor but are actively looking for them. Rosenthal, an insider for The Athletic … Read more

Escape from New York! 5 sizzling summer road trips to beat city heat and the usual beach crowds — all on just one tank

Escape from New York! 5 sizzling summer road trips to beat city heat and the usual beach crowds — all on just one tank

Summer has come to NYC, leaving us locals yearning to breathe freely as the steamy weather settles in and hordes of wide-eyed tourists take Manhattan — and too much space on the sidewalks. But where to retreat — and cool off — in 2026? Headache-making fuel prices are turning precious trips to the beach into pricey pitfalls, while … Read more

Disney is adding after-hours access to beat the lines at one of its most popular parks

Disney is adding after-hours access to beat the lines at one of its most popular parks

Disney fans who dream of ditching the daytime crowds are about to get their wish. Walt Disney World is quietly giving eligible guests exclusive after-hours access to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall — offering a rare chance to hop aboard some of the resort’s biggest attractions long after everyone else has headed for the exits. … Read more

8 best hair conditioners that beat out the rest, based on years of testing

8 best hair conditioners that beat out the rest, based on years of testing

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. You asked, we delivered. Introducing one of our most requested shopping guides yet: our beloved hair conditioners review. After testing 30+ shampoos for dandruff, curly hair and more — for … Read more

Beat the heat: Pro-tips to navigate NYC’s ‘cooling centers’ amid soaring temps this weekend

Beat the heat: Pro-tips to navigate NYC’s ‘cooling centers’ amid soaring temps this weekend

New Yorkers are gonna be hot to trot. NYC is getting roasted over the next four days, with sweltering humidity that will have a 110-degree feel coming just in time for Fourth of July weekend.  Amidst a World Cup knockout match at MetLife Stadium, a potential Swift-Kelce nuptials at Madison Square Garden and citywide America … Read more

Padres have Dodgers beat in one competition at MLB ballparks

Padres have Dodgers beat in one competition at MLB ballparks

The Dodgers and Padres are beginning a three-game series June 26 at Petco Park. While this should be a competitive series between two NL West rivals, the Padres’ fan base is already demolishing the Dodgers’ when it comes to drinking. A Padres fan enjoys taking in the atmosphere at the ballpark. MLB Photos via Getty … Read more

Traveling to Europe this summer? How to beat scorching temperatures during the unprecedented heat wave

Traveling to Europe this summer? How to beat scorching temperatures during the unprecedented heat wave

Skip the spritzes and ditch the elaborate vacay wardrobe. Extreme heat is melting national records across Europe. France experienced its hottest day to date on Wednesday. Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle are suspending their Changing of the Guard ceremony for the rest of the week.  The recorded temperature peaked at 111.7 degrees (44.3 degrees Celsius) … Read more

The US ranked No. 33 in health in new global rankings — who beat us and why

The US ranked No. 33 in health in new global rankings — who beat us and why

The land of the free — and the home of the brave face. America has a lot of things going for it: Unrivaled military strength, extensive technological innovation and a persistent entrepreneurial spirit are just a few. But ahead of the 250th anniversary of its independence, the US is showing its age. America only placed 18th … Read more

Dear Abby: My adult son blames me for his estranged father who beat him as a child

Dear Abby: My adult son blames me for his estranged father who beat him as a child

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been separated for 15 years. Our two grown children are on the spectrum. For the past two years, our daughter has lived with her father because she wouldn’t agree to be part of the team at my home and abide by the basic rules: Pick up after yourself, … Read more

‘American Idol’ finalist from LI who used music to beat stutter gets hero’s welcome home

‘American Idol’ finalist from LI who used music to beat stutter gets hero’s welcome home

It’s the encore of a lifetime. Jesse Findling, a 20-year-old Long Island man who captured the nation’s heart by defying a lifelong stutter to soar his way to the top 12 of “American Idol,” has enjoyed a life-changing hero’s welcome since returning home. “It wasn’t just about singing for me,” the Massapequa Park sensation told … Read more

Air travelers beat long security wait times with this surprising hack

Air travelers beat long security wait times with this surprising hack

They’re pre-checking their worries at the door. With the government shutdown snarling up security, travelers are beating longer-than-usual airport lines by using TSA PreCheck Touchless IDs. The new tech combats the interminable wait times caused by the partial government shutdown, which has forced 50,000 security officers to remain on the job sans pay. TSA security … Read more

Can you still eat at McDonald’s for less than $10? How to beat rising prices at 5 top fast-food chains

Can you still eat at McDonald’s for less than ? How to beat rising  prices at 5 top fast-food chains

Fast, no longer cheap, and out of control. Every American knows the cost of a quick burger and fries has skyrocketed in recent years — depending on where you live, your next Whopper could run you a whopping 38% percent more than it did in 2020, according to the latest Consumer Price Index Report. Sure, … Read more