This is sure to get people talking. Scottish singer Lulu says she says practices “speech fasting” — staying completely silent until midday. The 75-year-old crooner told The Guardian that she partakes in the practice in a bid to preserve her vocal cords. “It helps take care of my instrument,” she stated in an interview published … Read more
An Aussie radio host has called out hookup culture in Australia, claiming it is only benefiting men. Hannah Ferguson, who co-hosts Triple J’s The Hook-Up, got stuck into the subject alongside Dee Salmin after she was given 60 seconds to rant on the topic. “I think hookup culture is a way we’ve reframed casual sex and … Read more
Nice work, if you can get it. Employees at one of Manhattan’s hottest new takeout spots have it pretty good — they’re pulling down $25 an hour to start, plus they get sick leave, paid vacations and soon, stock options. But if you stop by Kernel, a vegan restaurant now open on Park Ave. So. and … Read more
He’s got flight privilege. The friendly skies are a tad bit friendlier to this New Jersey grocer who became the envy of airplane passengers everywhere after revealing that he’s a United Airlines “nepo baby,” enjoying free flights, first class upgrades and other incredible perks. “I’m very grateful for it,” Joshua Crawford, 23, told Kennedy News … Read more
Tired of working out? There may soon be a pill for that. A new “exercise pill” could potentially replace some — not all — of the benefits of working out, according to a new study. Scientists from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis spent 10 years creating new compounds that seem to … Read more
Some may recall job sharing from the 1970s. Back then, the concept was used mostly as a way for women to get back into the workplace after having kids, by allowing two people to share one job. James Neave, MBA, head of data science at Adzuna, in London, believes there’s a renaissance in job sharing, … Read more
St. Patrick’s Day holiday menus often include the traditional corned beef and cabbage meal. Despite the calories and fat content, some nutritional experts say there may be certain health benefits to this savory dish. “With any special meal and holiday such as St. Patrick’s Day, we should not deny ourselves these delicious meals,” Karina Chiddo, a … Read more
Tesla’s Autopilot and Full Self Driving technology and nine other assisted-driving systems marketed by major automakers received “poor” ratings from the US Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in a new study released on Tuesday. The IIHS, a safety research arm of the insurance industry, also said there is no evidence that Autopilot or other assisted-driving systems … Read more
Boy-crazy Gen Z singles are getting clean. The rules of dating are different now that TikTok has become the platform du jour for young adults to swap hookup horror stories as they struggle to make sense of their “situationships.” In a male-biased backlash, some singles have declared themselves “boy sober” and kicking their are toxic … Read more
Scientists have discovered a gender gains gap. Adults are advised to move their bodies for about 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week, coupled with two sessions of muscle-strengthening, according to the Department of Health and Human Services, but new research has found that women and men may require separate guidelines. The study published in the … 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
The power of Taylor Swift’s influence has had a positive effect on America’s other NFL sweethearts. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, 28, and his wife Brittany, 28, were already football famous — he was Super Bowl MVP last year, after all — but their friendship with Swift and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, 34, has … Read more
Change your oil. Whether you’re sipping a spoonful, drizzling it on your ice cream, or pouring it into your coffee, health experts tend to agree — there’s no wrong way to get olive oil into your diet. Sometimes referred to as liquid gold, olive oil is the queen of the fats — monounsaturated and packed with … Read more
Move over, gua sha and jade rollers — the hottest, new skincare trend is, well, ice. Using cold as a therapy to treat inflammation by way of ice baths has been touted by fitness gurus and celebrities alike, as cold plunges rapidly gained popularity last year. Even Jennifer Aniston splashes ice water on her face … Read more
Don’t kettle for just any source of caffeine — green tea has its health benefits, but it could also make you happier. Previous research has shown the positive quali-teas of the drink, such as reducing the risk of fatal heart disease and stroke, and it can reportedly act as a mood booster as well. “Scientifically, … Read more
Federal scientists want to make marijuana more accessible to those seeking therapeutic medicine by downgrading weed from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug. Researchers with the Food and Drug Administration wrote a letter in August that listed “eight factors” why the drug should be downgraded — which would essentially make it legal, the … Read more
New year, new flavors. If you’ve never heard of or tasted tamarind, 2024 is the year to introduce it to your taste buds. McCormick & Company, the top-selling maker of seasonings and spices, announced its Flavor Forecast 24th Edition Flavor of the Year: tamarind. The annual Flavor Forecast is a report “illuminating the latest culinary … Read more
Fans of chocolate, rejoice! Here’s another win to celebrate, and just in time for the holidays. Cocoa extract has been shown to have cognitive benefits for older adults, according to new research. Earlier studies have suggested that cocoa extract might have a protective effect on brain health, but the results from some studies have been … Read more
Forget peppermint mochas — the hottest java trend is fungi. Medicinal mushrooms, such as chaga, reishi or lion’s mane, are touted by wellness gurus for being beneficial to overall health by reducing inflammation, beating fatigue, or boosting immunity. Now, health-conscious brands are investing in therapeutic ‘shrooms in the form of coffee, combining ground java beans and … Read more
Jellyfish, those gelatinous sea creatures often associated with stings and beachside encounters, might seem an unlikely candidate for a nutritious meal. However, these fascinating creatures offer surprising health benefits. They’ve been a delicacy in various cuisines for centuries. Nutritional value of jellyfish While not a traditional protein source, jellyfish are rich in collagen, a vital … Read more