Three Los Angeles County public schools are proving that poverty doesn’t have to dictate academic success. A new national report has identified five California public schools that are dramatically outperforming expectations when it comes to teaching children how to read — and three LA County schools that serve student populations where more than 90% of … Read more
Is she “crazy,” or is her gray matter just being compressed? Neuroscientists in Spain have found a connection between pregnancy hormones and fluctuating gray matter in the brain — which could help illuminate more about the postpartum period and attachments between mothers and newborns. A study done in association with the BeMother project found that … Read more
It’s still burning through the box office. “Avatar: Fire and Ash” was in first place in theaters for the fourth Friday in a row, raking in $5.1 million on Jan. 9, according to The Numbers. The third installment in the James Cameron sci-fi franchise has already passed the $1 billion mark in global earnings. “Avatar: … Read more
Chevy Chase can’t help himself. The 82-year-old “Saturday Night Live” alum snapped at the director of his new CNN documentary, “I’m Chevy Chase and You’re Not,” sparking a big reaction from fans on social media. “I’m just trying to figure you out,” director Marina Zenovich told Chase just minutes into the film, which was released … Read more
You don’t need us to tell you that New York City is magic (and mayhem) over the holidays, and catching all the yuletide buzz around town is definitely worth it with kiddos. Here’s where to go to make the most of mistletoe madness in NYC. A winter wonderland Enjoy a meal in the glass chalets … Read more
“Australia’s Next Top Model” runner-up Lucy Markovic has died following complications from a rare brain condition on Thursday. She was 27. Markovic had been suffering from a brain arteriovenous malformation, which forced her to undergo emergency surgery on April 2. Lucy Markovic died on Thursday. Getty Images “Dear friends and family, I regret to inform … Read more
Starbucks is giving customers a sneak peek into what they can expect for in-store cheer. The holiday season returns to Starbucks stores on Thursday, Nov. 7, and the coffee chain released a first look into the “bright and beautiful” 2024 holiday paper cups with a theme of “Merrier Together,” according to the chain. Starbucks’ Siren … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Bright Eyes is so excited about their upcoming record that they’ve announced not one, but two tours. Back in June, Conor Oberst and co. announced a brief, international … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. And now for something completely different. Monty Python member Eric Idle just announced that he’s embarking on a West Coast ‘Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, … Read more
The new Ariana Grande album is, as the kids say, a vibe. And the mood of “Eternal Sunshine” — the octave-leaping diva’s first LP since 2020’s “Positions” — is a forever forecast of cloud-busting, post-breakup bliss. Whether it’s self-renewal or a romantic one, Grande’s seventh studio set is the kind of spring awakening that we … Read more
“Neon” follows young 20-somethings who are hustling to try to make it in the music industry. While it’s not especially original, the Netflix series does possess an easy charm. Created by journalist Shea Serrano and Max Searle (“Dave”), the show follows three Gen Z friends who leave their hometown of Fort Myers, Florida, and head … Read more
A baby boy’s eyes temporarily changed from dark brown to bright blue after receiving a common COVID-19 treatment. The six-month-old baby boy from Thailand was diagnosed with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection after suffering a fever and a cough for a day, as detailed in a case published in the medical journal … Read more
Actress Michelle Yeoh is paying tribute to the late Disney musician CoCo Lee, remembering her as a “bright star” with a “beautiful voice.” On Wednesday, Lee’s sister confirmed in a Facebook post that the “Mulan” singer had died at the age of 48 following a suicide attempt. “I am deeply saddened that we have lost … Read more
Stargazers will be over the moon. This year’s first full supermoon will occur over the Fourth of July weekend — on Sunday, July 2, and Monday, July 3 — a bright and bold backdrop for holiday fireworks. Also known as the Buck Moon, it will reach peak illumination at 7:39 a.m. Eastern Time on Monday, … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Fall is in full swing. The leaves have changed color, pumpkin-flavored goods are lining grocery store shelves, and ultimate autumnal group Bright Eyes is midway through their short Fall Tour. However, all good things must come to an … Read more
It might sound like NASA is investigating another UFO sighting with its latest call for citizen scientists’ help, but the mysterious bright flashes known as “sprites” are a weather-related phenomenon. Sprites are a form of Transient Luminous Event or TLE and are often associated with thunderstorms. These bright light flashes happen above the storm in Earth’s upper … Read more