Chair hogging has long been a problem on major cruise lines — and now a few popular companies are cracking down on so-called pool pirates. For decades, cruise passengers have practiced a time-honored tradition of grabbing anything they can find — towels, flip-flops, even dolls — to reserve lounge chairs by the pool for hours when the individuals are … Read more
The Happiest Place might get a lot less “social.” Disney insiders say the company is weighing a sweeping crackdown on influencer behavior in its theme parks — including monetized live streaming — after a recent, disturbing incident inside Disneyland that triggered a massive police response. The chaos unfolded in March when Anaheim police rushed to … Read more
Scoring a spot at NYC’s upcoming Met Gala is just the beginning for boldfacers and A-listers lucky enough to be included in the top social event of the spring season, held on May 6 this year. What follows the sought-after invite is months of preparation. There are fittings to attend at top ateliers, high-priced hotel … Read more
A couple have sparked outrage among locals after they were filmed having sex on a remote beach in Thailand. French tourists Halan, 24, and Nadia, 24, were arrested after footage of the pair naked on the sand in Phuket went viral over the weekend. In the footage, the pair can be seen fully stripped down … 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
The same behavior that led to Rory McIlroy calling it quits with Caroline Wozniacki nearly shattered his marriage with Erica Stoll. Golf journalist Alan Shipnuck explores McIlroy’s relationships in his new book, “Rory: The Heartache and Triumph of Golf’s Most Human Superstar,” which releases Tuesday, two days before the start of The Masters and a … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My husband is very temperamental. When something goes wrong with his meal or service at a restaurant, or when he’s driving and gets upset with another driver, he angrily vents to me nonstop, repeating the same things over and over. This happens only when we’re alone, not when friends or family members are … Read more
It’s just plane gross. Flying the friendly — or, more aptly, the filthy — skies is a germaphobe’s worst nightmare, cautions a veteran flight attendant who’s revealing the most unsanitary, dirty and “diabolical” disasters she’s seen at 35,000 feet. “I’m going to tell you all the nastiest things I’ve ever seen on a plane,” Charity Moore, an … Read more
More popular destinations are fighting back with tourist fines to combat the hordes of Instagram-fueled itinerants, all vying for their chance to post the perfect #travel selfie. An influx of visitors can drive up local housing costs, pose safety risks and lead to unruly behavior. In response, some local governments have installed tourist taxes to … Read more
Talk about being a cheapskate. There’s no denying that the cost of weddings have gotten out of hand. While soon-to-be brides and grooms are forced to do what they can to save a few bucks on their big day, one couple took things too far when asking guests to pay for their dinners. A shocked … Read more
Call it “petuition”: new research has found the average pet parent worries about how happy their pets are 11 times per day, and worries about their pets’ health 10 times per day. The poll of 2,000 U.S. pet parents, nationally representative and split between respondents with dogs and respondents with cats, found they often worry … Read more
You’re not going to want to sit down for this. A new study suggests that a single habit is better for the brain than previously thought — and can treat symptoms of depression as effectively as medication and talk therapy. The CDC estimates that the prevalence of depression in U.S. adolescents and adults increased 60% … Read more
The last full moon of the year is here. On December 4, 2025, at 6:14 pm EST, the full cold moon rises at 13°03 Gemini. This supermoon is both the last of the year and the last before the winter solstice, AKA the longest night of the year and the initiator of stillness, quiet and contemplation. … Read more
Talk about a prenatal power move. About 1 in 36 US children has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a complex group of developmental conditions characterized by repetitive behaviors and difficulties with social interactions. But a groundbreaking umbrella review has found that a simple, affordable habit during pregnancy could drastically reduce the likelihood that your … Read more
Aussie global pop star Dean Lewis has apologized for the “incredible mess” and hurt he’s caused after several women went viral on TikTok with allegations of inappropriate behavior. In a lengthy statement posted to Instagram, Lewis said he would undergo “intense therapy” to “dramatically shift my approach to dating, relationships and showing greater care to … Read more
Derek Hough isn’t tap dancing around his version of events. Ryan Seacrest previously claimed he had to lecture the “Dancing With the Stars” judge, 40, about his behavior on the set of “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune.” During the September episode, Hough faced off against fellow “DWTS” judge Bruno Tonioli and pro Jenna Johnson-Chmerkovskiy. Ryan Seacrest and … Read more
Rachael Ray is back in the spotlight. The celebrity chef, 57, made a rare public appearance arriving at “The Drew Barrymore Show” in New York City on Wednesday. Ray wore a brown leather bomber jacket, a colorful vest and brown pants. She also rocked a pair of glasses and gold and black boots, while carrying … Read more
Kristin Davis is on an apology tour. Davis, 60, had her former “Sex and the City” co-star Bridget Moynahan on her “Are You a Charlotte?” podcast on Monday and apologized for how she treated her on the set of the HBO series. “Normally, what I would do for guest star people — which were usually … Read more
The secret to family vacation bliss? Getting everyone in the family involved in the planning process — kids included. New research shows that kids are asking for a bigger voice when it comes to planning family vacations — with 86% admitting they want more of a say in the process. And with parents admitting planning … Read more
Rory McIlroy praised wife Erica Stoll for how she handled being heckled throughout the 2025 Ryder Cup, including when she was struck by a beverage Saturday from the rowdy crowd at Bethpage Black. The Northern Irishman — who was mercilessly taunted as he helped Team Europe to a 15-13 victory over Team USA — expressed his … Read more