AI chatbot toys are having ‘sexually explicit’ conversations with kids: report

AI chatbot toys are having ‘sexually explicit’ conversations with kids: report

Toy bots are talking dirty to tots.  As the season of gift-giving draws nigh, experts are warning parents against buying their children presents powered by AI — claiming certain robo-charged trinkets are having “sexually explicit” discussions with kids under age 12.  “Some of these toys will talk in-depth about sexually explicit topics, act dismayed when … Read more

Americans love, prefer this conversation topic at holiday dinner tables: survey

Americans love, prefer this conversation topic at holiday dinner tables: survey

With the holidays around the corner, half of Americans have already mapped out their conversation survival “game plan” (50%). A new survey of 2,000 adults 21 and older found that while some are finding solace in wine, others are finding the kids’ table more appealing than ever (47%), especially millennials (62%). The survey explored how … Read more

This taboo sex act could save your relationship, expert insists: ‘Catalyst for conversations’

This taboo sex act could save your relationship, expert insists: ‘Catalyst for conversations’

What the cuck? Sleeping around might seem like the ultimate relationship-killer, but it could actually have the opposite effect, according to one unconventional sexpert. British woman Adreena Winters claims that watching your soulmate have sex with another person could conversely be the secret to keeping a marriage thriving. “It may not spring to mind when … Read more

Shaq opens up on painkiller use — and ‘heated’ conversations over addiction

Shaq opens up on painkiller use — and ‘heated’ conversations over addiction

Shaquille O’Neal was candid about his use of pain pills and the “lifetime ban on strip clubs” that he sentenced himself to after going off the rails during his NBA career. During an appearance on the “Armchair Expert” podcast, the four-time NBA champion recalled having to play through injuries on pain pills in order to … Read more

Here’s why ‘loud talking’ puts a strain on relationships: ‘I don’t realize I’m doing it in the moment’

Here’s why ‘loud talking’ puts a strain on relationships: ‘I don’t realize I’m doing it in the moment’

They say love is about communication — just not at full blast. A Reddit user has ignited an online discussion and debate after posting that their partner keeps asking them to “lower your volume” — even though they say they’re just excited, not screaming. The anonymous user, who goes by u/Farts2Long (yes, really), brought their … Read more

Lessons picked up in real life during a summer stay in Israel have lifelong impact and lead to authentic conversations 

Lessons picked up in real life during a summer stay in Israel have lifelong impact and lead to authentic conversations 

In a world where textbook-worthy events are unfolding in real time, my generation, Gen Z, is failing to learn about or engage with them. Weakened by education gaps lingering from pandemic education and social media overuse, our attention spans and subconscious biases conspire to block real and necessary knowledge from penetrating. And when it comes … Read more

‘Boomerasking’ is how self-centered people are hijacking conversations

‘Boomerasking’ is how self-centered people are hijacking conversations

There’s nothing worse than being in a conversation with someone where as soon as you finish your thought, they bring the conversation back to them — not even acknowledging what you just said. Sound familiar? Well, there’s a name for that annoying behavior — it’s called boomerasking. Boomeraskers move in three parts: first, they ask … Read more

Ralph Macchio says a ‘My Cousin Vinny’ sequel could happen: ‘I’ve had conversations’

Ralph Macchio says a ‘My Cousin Vinny’ sequel could happen: ‘I’ve had conversations’

The defense is wrong — but the timing could be right. Ralph Macchio, one of the stars of “My Cousin Vinny,” said that a follow-up to the beloved 1992 comedy movie has been in discussion. “Yeah, I’ve had conversations with other writers about that,” the 63-year-old “Cobra Kai” actor told People. Joe Pesci retired from … Read more

Exclusive | Terrible Tinder conversations gain new life as hilarious viral songs

Exclusive | Terrible Tinder conversations gain new life as hilarious viral songs

These terrible Tinder conversations are striking the right note. Music producer Luke Holloway is taking the awkward and shocking exchanges on the popular dating app and turning them into tunes on Instagram and TikTok. In his viral videos, he’s belting out the preposterous and painful Tinder prose — mimicking both matches — as a screenshot of the … Read more

Dear Abby: Should I lend my estranged sister money?

Dear Abby: Should I lend my estranged sister money?

DEAR ABBY: My sister and I were born seven years apart and didn’t have a relationship. This continued into our adult life and actually became worse. She was almost bordering on cruel. Our parents didn’t know. She married an abusive man who isolated her once our parents died. When my father passed away, they went … Read more

Gen Z speaks out on the simple act that brings them ‘to tears’: ‘I would freak out’

Gen Z speaks out on the simple act that brings them ‘to tears’: ‘I would freak out’

The simple act of making a phone call has emerged as one of Gen Z’s greatest weaknesses. With phones being so easily accessible and attached to almost every young person’s hand, you might expect Gen Z to be able to perform one of the most mundane tasks – picking up the phone and dialling. Unfortunately … Read more

How to have difficult conversations in the workplace

How to have difficult conversations in the workplace

Brooklyn resident Errol Pierre, 40, isn’t the kind of guy who stays in his lane and minds his own business when he sees that something is going terribly wrong. Two decades ago, while studying finance, he took a job at a beauty salon. An unhappy customer said her hair had been dyed the wrong color. … Read more

Dear Abby: My boss records all the conversations in our office

Dear Abby: My boss records all the conversations in our office

DEAR ABBY: I have a new job in a small office. I have never been comfortable meeting new people or learning a new job, so in order to appear friendly, I’d chime in to the office conversations. A couple of times, I have revealed too much of my life. Later, I found out the owner … Read more