Modern dating is a brutal left-swiping madhouse, and the big question is, has the humble pick-up line gone extinct in 2025? It used to be normal to approach someone you didn’t know in a bar and roll out a pick-up line, but then dating apps launched in 2012, and we’ve all forgotten how to speak … Read more
It’s one of humanity’s most enduring mysteries: What happens when we die? Now, a new scientific investigation has taken us a step closer to understanding what may lie beyond the grave, the Daily Mail reported. Researchers interviewed 48 people who had survived near-death experiences (NDEs), asking them to describe — and even sketch — what … Read more
If your digestive system’s been a bit sluggish, scientists have found some new solutions — including a fruit you might already have at home. Researchers in the United Kingdom recently published new guidelines in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics about the foods that can relieve constipation. In an Oct. 13 news release, King’s College London … Read more
Some everyday medications could be impacting your gut health in the long term. A large study from Estonia has found that the gut microbiome — or the ecosystem that lives in the intestines — can be reshaped by antibiotics, according to new research published in ASM Journals. Other medicines — like antidepressants and cold medications — can also change … Read more
A new UC Irvine study may have finally uncovered how dietary fiber protects the body from sugar’s damage, and how protecting yourself starts in the gut. Researchers at the UCI School of Medicine found that inulin, a naturally occurring fiber found in vegetables like onions, garlic and artichokes, can reshape the bacteria living in your gut to … Read more
These old items could net you new money. An investment expert is urging cash-strapped Americans to check their basements and junk drawers to see whether they own forgotten books, gadgets, and games that are now worth a fortune. “Most people throw away items that could pay for their retirement in just a few years,” Adam … Read more
Parkinson’s disease — which can cause tremors, slow movement and stiffness — is believed to affect 1 in every 336 Americans. The exact cause of the neurodegenerative disorder is not known, but it is believed to stem from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Now, three hospitals in Korea are reporting that patients with … Read more
A quarter of coupled-up Americans say their partner is their “polar opposite.” That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 Americans in a relationship or married, which found that 26% believe their partner is the complete opposite of them. The survey explored how many truly believe that opposites attract, finding that the majority do (73%), … Read more
This is what happens when something scary goes bump in the flight. While air travel is still one of the safest modes of transport, some flight-eningly common issues can occur in the air. In fact, the Conversation writes that in-flight “technical issues” are part and parcel of flying the friendly skies and airplanes are equipped … Read more
From sagging jowls and sulfurous burps to deflated breasts and surprise pregnancies, the side effects of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs have ranged from subtle to strange. Now, new research suggests that these wildly popular medications may also be throwing off critical medical imaging scans, interfering with doctors’ ability to detect serious — even deadly — diseases. … Read more
Rinse — and wince? Having your hair shampooed and your scalp massaged is a key — and typically relaxing — part of any salon appointment. The amount of time spent at the special sink usually depends on the extent of the cleansing and conditioning treatment. The problem is that tilting your head back in a … Read more
Eating ramen three or more times a week increases the risk of an early death, a new study from Japan has found. The noodle soup, which contains wheat noodles in a salty, pork-based broth, that is served with slices of meat, seaweed and vegetables, is a staple dish in the Asian country and is beloved … Read more
An angry mom pulled her son out of school for the day after his teacher allegedly wouldn’t let him have cheese on crackers as his morning snack. Rachael Elizabeth took to TikTok to express her frustration after her son, George, was allegedly told he couldn’t have his snack, despite her claim that the school is “absolutely fine” … Read more
A common over-the-counter medication could significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer coming back. In a Swedish study, a low dose of aspirin was shown to slash recurrence in half for patients with colon and rectal cancer whose tumors had a specific type of genetic mutation. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital followed more than … Read more
Heads up: A lot of what you think you know about your brain is just plain wrong. From sleep scams to multitasking myths, bad advice is steering Americans off course — and it’s messing with their minds. To cut through the confusion, The Post spoke to Dr. Joel Salinas, a behavioral neurologist and chief medical … Read more
She “leaned” into her opinion. A mother of two found herself in the hot seat after uploading a video complaining that a plane passenger rudely reclined their air chair in front of her and her two children. A common thing that many flyers hate. “When the guy in front of you puts his seat back … Read more
She reports on “current affairs.” A Sun reporter who dated cheaters to shed light on their habits discovered an unexpected common denominator among the unfaithful — they all professed to love their partners and only wanted to cheat to have some “excitement” in their lives. The scribe, named Mel Fallowfield, 52, gleaned this paradoxical-seeming insider … Read more
Beer can get you buzzed — and not in the good way. Dutch scientists have discovered that mosquitoes prefer the blood of people who’ve knocked back a few brews, among other habits. The team, helmed by Felix Hol of Radboud University Nijmegen in the Netherlands, set out to see “why some people attract more mosquito … Read more
It’s not every day you get called “grossly unremarkable” and breathe a sigh of relief. A week earlier, I’d been lying in an MRI machine, listening to it puff, clank and groan like a middle school band gone horribly wrong as it examined nearly every inch of my body. As a health reporter, I’ve written … Read more
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has added yet another item to its laundry list of things passengers must be cautious about when packing their luggage. While electric toothbrushes are technically allowed on board, the TSA just released “special instructions” for how people can safely pack them to keep their pearly whites clean while away from … Read more