Insomniac, meet insomni-snack. More than a third of Americans don’t get enough sleep, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — if you’re one of them, you may be struggling with insomnia. And while eating before bedtime is about as popular with some sleep experts as sipping espressos, guzzling alcohol and holding … Read more
Prince Harry unexpectedly withdrew his libel case against a UK newspaper Friday – just hours before he was set to turn over relevant documents to the High Court. Lawyers for the disgruntled duke, 39, announced at 10 a.m. Friday that he was “discontinuing” the case against the Mail on Sunday, the Telegraph reported. Harry now faces … Read more
The late Queen Elizabeth was “infuriated” by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s claim that she had given her blessing for their daughter to be named Lilibet, a bombshell new book has revealed. Author and royal expert Robert Hardman’s new biography, “Charles III: New King. New Court. The Inside Story,” reveals that a member of staff … Read more
Sure, spiked inflation costs on rent and other basic needs are troubling — but fast foodies have bigger fish to fry. Fishing for the truth about suspected edits to the widely beloved Filet-O-Fish sandwich, whistle-blowing McDonald’s lunchers have virally taken to TikTok, claiming the renowned restaurant’s been serving shrimpy-sized fish patties at jacked-up prices. “The … Read more
After a global impulse buying spree sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, the luxury retail market appears to be getting a reality check. MyTheresa, a designer goods resale merchant, told the Wall Street Journal that the company is experiencing “the worst market conditions since 2008,” with 44% more inventory left on shelves at the close of … Read more
Are these researchers the giants of java? Experts claim to have discovered the secret to making the perfect espresso in a study published in the journal Matter. When coffee beans are ground, the friction generates electricity that causes the grounds to clump together and stick to the grinder, creating an “unpredictably unpleasant espresso” while also … Read more
Kate Middleton is “saddened” that her name has been thrust into the spotlight following the release of Omid Scobie’s latest tell-all book, according to a report. In the Dutch translation of Scobie’s biography, “Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy’s Fight for Survival,” the names of two senior royals who allegedly made a “racist” comment about … Read more
Jim Irsay still has plenty more to say. After speaking out on HBO’s “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” about his 2014 DUI arrest — saying he is also “prejudiced against because I am a rich white billionaire” — the Colts owner was blasted on ESPN’s “First Take” on Wednesday, getting called an “entitled old brat” … Read more
Ana Navarro is loca for Maluma. “The View” co-host, 50, admitted she was feeling the heat when she saw the Colombian singer, 29, perform in Miami over the weekend. “We went to @maluma concert. God help me. I think I actually drooled,” Navarro wrote Saturday in a lengthy Instagram statement on Sunday. “So, let me … Read more
We’ve all been there: A pesky pop song gets stuck on an endless, uncontrollable loop in your head for hours on end. Now, one TikToker has gone viral with a wild claim that the phenomenon — known as an “earworm” — is a symptom of ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. And while experts are challenging the notion, … Read more
It was more like a scare B&B. A Maryland man has gone viral on TikTok after recounting his stay at an exorbitantly expensive “Airbnb from hell” — which he says had a bed in the garage, a lock on the air conditioning unit, and other amenities too terrifying for a haunted house. Nick Doty detailed … Read more
Colors really do make your eyes pop. While coordinating your outfit to match your shoes or belt will tie a look together, it’s your eye color that really helps you to look your best. In fact, it is the strongest factor in coordinating the perfect outfit, according to a study recently published in the journal “Psychology … Read more
A method used by the U.S. military in World War II could be an effective way to cure insomnia, some people claim — and sleep experts agree, with some conditions. The strategy, known as the “military sleep technique,” reportedly has helped people fall asleep in less than five minutes. It was originally detailed in Lloyd Bud-Winter’s book, … Read more
Do you believe in magic? Studies that support the use of psychedelics to treat mental health problems are popping up like mushrooms. Yesterday, the Journal of the American Medical Association published an investigation into the use of psilocybin mushrooms to treat major depressive disorder. MDD, or clinical depression, is a long-lasting emotional state that involves … Read more
When “The Crown” concludes its sixth and final season later this year, anxiously waiting fans will finally see how the tragic death of Princess Diana will play out on screen. Executive producers Andy Harries and Suzanne Mackie have claimed that they filmed the passing of Diana (played by Elizabeth Debicki) with “enormous sensitivity.” The pair noted … Read more
Lil Tay’s former manager, Harry Tsang, has weighed in on the confounding claim that she and her brother had not passed away — despite what was published on Instagram — and were instead victims of a hack. On Wednesday, a statement posted on the social media star’s verified page declared that the 14-year-old and her … Read more
People on TikTok have discovered a new “hack” to get a quick tan — and it involves eating your veggies. Beauty influencers are touting carrots as a way to “change your natural undertone,” recommending three large carrots a day for a “glow.” One TikToker claimed he’s no longer pale thanks to the orange vegetable, and … Read more
The Hollywood Reporter (THR) condemned country music star Jason Aldean’s “Try That in a Small Town” and quoted academics accusing it of spreading division and racism. Aldean became a national figure after he released a music video for his song, “Try That in a Small Town,” that included authentic news footage of rioters, looters, and violence in … Read more
A Chinese zoo has been forced to “bear all” its secrets, following allegations its popular bear is actually a human in disguise. The Hangzhou Zoo in China gained international interest after a video of one of its bears standing on its hind legs went viral — forcing officials to deny it was a human in … Read more
WARNING: Minor spoilers for “Barbie” ahead. Barbie is beautiful at any age. TikTok users are seeing themselves and the incredibly popular “aged” filter in a new light after a scene from the brand-new “Barbie” film released last week. In the film, Barbie (played by Margot Robbie) is forced to journey to the real world after … Read more