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Exclusive | Cancel culture is back! Why cash-strapped Americans are purging costly streaming subscriptions

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Exclusive | Cancel culture is back! Why cash-strapped Americans are purging costly streaming subscriptions

You’re canceled! That’s what cash-strapped consumers suffering from subscription overload are increasingly telling the overwhelming number of streamers, services and apps they no longer feel they can afford. As prices for the essentials — groceries, gas, rent, utilities — continue to skyrocket, Americans are cutting wherever they can. Consumers are finally realizing they are in control … Read more

Popular travel destination known for clean-eating and wellness culture is now plagued with a rotting stench

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Popular travel destination known for clean-eating and wellness culture is now plagued with a rotting stench

Don’t hold your breath. Nearly two months after a massive warehouse fire in a Los Angeles neighborhood that left millions of pounds of meat to rot, locals say the stench of spoiled goods lingers in the air. Residents of East LA’s Boyle Heights say the stench has made life in the neighborhood difficult, overpowering their … Read more

Exclusive | The sugar babies are all grown up — meet the would-be sugar wives redefining the controversial culture

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Exclusive | The sugar babies are all grown up — meet the would-be sugar wives redefining the controversial culture

Myori Granger could most likely land a date with any man she wanted.  The leggy model and influencer turns heads walking down the sidewalk in jeans and a T-shirt, never mind on the catwalk – and she’s got nearly 150,000 adoring followers on her Instagram account.  But she was having trouble finding what she was … Read more

Resurfaced Ed Sheeran clip sparks alcoholism debate — and experts weigh in: ‘It’s just the culture’

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Resurfaced Ed Sheeran clip sparks alcoholism debate — and experts weigh in: ‘It’s just the culture’

A clip from Ed Sheeran’s appearance on “The Louis Theroux Podcast” has recently resurfaced on social media, sparking renewed debate over differences between British and American attitudes toward alcohol. “Americans call something ‘alcoholism’ that Brits simply call ‘culture.’ Maybe one or two pints at the end of a workday,” the singer said during the 2025 … Read more

6 fun activities that can slow aging, according to science — it’s good news for Broadway fans

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6 fun activities that can slow aging, according to science — it’s good news for Broadway fans

The show must go on, especially for healthy aging. New research has identified a series of fun activities that appear to turn back time when it comes to how the body ages. More than just providing entertainment, the strongest effects of these activities were seen in those who regularly participated. caftor – stock.adobe.com New research has … Read more

Exclusive | He’s the Tokyo mixology master Jeff Bezos flies in to mix his martinis — and now he’s ready to quietly disrupt NYC cocktail culture

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Exclusive | He’s the Tokyo mixology master Jeff Bezos flies in to mix his martinis — and now he’s ready to quietly disrupt NYC cocktail culture

You could easily walk past one of the best cocktail bars in Tokyo without even knowing it was there — Daisuke Ito’s nine-seater speakeasy-style joint, Land Bar Artisan, is hidden behind a heavy door inside a nondescript Shimbashi shopping complex. Shaven-headed and dapper, with chunky black glasses, a gap-toothed smile and a bow tie, Ito could … Read more

Exclusive | Burned-out Gen Zers are joining lie down clubs to ‘recover’ from hustle culture: ‘A lot of tired people’

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Exclusive | Burned-out Gen Zers are joining lie down clubs to ‘recover’ from hustle culture: ‘A lot of tired people’

They’re looking for rest wherever they can get it. Frazzled Gen Z and millennial New Yorkers are flocking to a new kind of weekend meetup — one where the only requirement is kicking off your shoes, stretching out on a blanket and doing… absolutely nothing. To combat today’s hustle culture, burned-out twenty and thirtysomethings are … Read more

America’s late-night fast-food culture may be making a comeback following years-long drastic decline

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America’s late-night fast-food culture may be making a comeback following years-long drastic decline

Late-night fast food and 24-hour dining — once staples of American convenience — have shrunk dramatically in recent years, though some chains are beginning to expand overnight hours again. Across the country, fewer chains are keeping locations open overnight, a shift that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and never fully reversed.  Restaurant sales plunged 47% in April 2020 from … Read more

The fun activities that can trick your body into aging slower

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The fun activities that can trick your body into aging slower

Forget the fountain of youth — the secret to staying young may lie in how you spend your free time. New research has identified a series of fun activities that appear to help slow how quickly the body ages, with effects similar to those linked to exercise. But don’t expect one afternoon to turn back … Read more

Exclusive | ‘Wine mom’ culture destroyed my ability to parent — and turned me into an addict

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Exclusive | ‘Wine mom’ culture destroyed my ability to parent — and turned me into an addict

It’s a bitter sip. “Wine mom” culture celebrates alcohol as both a requirement and a reward for the maternal workload, with infinite cheeky memes and products boasting, “The most expensive part of having kids is all the wine you have to drink.” But for some, such lighthearted messages and merchandise — think “mommy juice” wine … Read more

‘Missed connections’ 3.0: Craigslist cupids move lovelorn pleas to social media

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‘Missed connections’ 3.0: Craigslist cupids move lovelorn pleas to social media

Pursuing missed connections is nothing new — there are just more places to look. The concept’s increased expansion from Craigslist to social media — primarily Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and Reddit — is the latest push for partnership from daters who are stepping away from swipe culture in favor of analog (or analog-adjacent) methods to meet … Read more

How California’s ‘Valley Girl’ talk changed the way America speaks

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How California’s ‘Valley Girl’ talk changed the way America speaks

Listen closely to how some Californians talk and you’ll hear it. The T sound in words like “water” or “accent” can soften or disappear. “Water” becomes “wader.” “Mountain” turns into “moun-in.” Even “winter” can sound like “winner.” They are small changes. Easy to miss. But linguists say those subtle patterns are part of something bigger. … Read more

Woman shares unspoken dating rule that is a ‘simple gesture that goes a long way’

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Woman shares unspoken dating rule that is a ‘simple gesture that goes a long way’

Have you ever heard of such a thing as the “good seat” at a restaurant? I hadn’t — until I realized it has been ingrained into our dating culture without us even realizing. For those as confused as I was, it’s the cushioned “booth side” of the table, or the seat with the better view, … Read more

Finding your roots: Incorporating family cultural traditions will make your wedding ceremony pop

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Finding your roots: Incorporating family cultural traditions will make your wedding ceremony pop

If you want to keep your wedding from feeling cookie-cutter, the solution is simple: Add a few heartfelt details to your wedding celebration that pay homage to your family’s heritage and tradition. “Weddings can feel a little anonymous at times,” Zoe Bird Krauss, a New York City bridal stylist, told The Post. “This is one … Read more

Amanda Knox fires back at Matt Damon over cancel culture jail time comments

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Amanda Knox fires back at Matt Damon over cancel culture jail time comments

Amanda Knox revived her feud with Matt Damon after the actor and his “The Rip” co-star Ben Affleck weighed in on cancel culture. During a recent interview on “The Joe Rogan Experience,” Damon, 55, and Affleck, 53, shared their thoughts on how cancel culture can be taken to extremes. At one point in their discussion, Damon suggested … Read more

Exclusive | A new type of influencer is stealing the spotlight from toxic diet culture — and could be the 2026 antidote to body image woes

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Exclusive | A new type of influencer is stealing the spotlight from toxic diet culture — and could be the 2026 antidote to body image woes

In the current climate of celebs shrinking down and GLP-1 usage becoming mainstream, a refreshingly natural, new type of influencer is burning up social media this New Year’s resolution season. “Midsize” content creators are casting shade on toxic diet culture and shining a light on healthy body image. Amid a sharp rise in dangerously thin young … Read more

Exclusive | From AI sexbots to stay-at-home ‘hub-sons’: 10 Post stories that raised eyebrows in 2025

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Exclusive | From AI sexbots to stay-at-home ‘hub-sons’: 10 Post stories that raised eyebrows in 2025

Amid economic anxiety, government gridlock and political violence, it was often hard to remain optimistic in 2025. But amid a seemingly unending stream of bad news, The Post’s Lifestyle team did their best to make readers smile — and raise their eyebrows — by reporting on the weirdest and wildest happenings in the Big Apple … Read more

Expat reveals ‘crazy’ truth about gym culture

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Expat reveals ‘crazy’ truth about gym culture

A British expat living in Australia has shared a bizarre truth about the way we work out here compared to back home. Influencer Emily Dew-Gosling took to TikTok recently to share something odd she’d noticed about etiquette in Aussie gyms and work out studios. “The trust Australians have for each other is crazy? London could NEVER,” she … Read more

High schoolers are swapping the Ivy League for the SEC thanks to sunshine, campus culture

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High schoolers are swapping the Ivy League for the SEC thanks to sunshine, campus culture

Students from the Northeast are heading South in record numbers, drawn by universities where sunshine, football and Greek life define campus life. Rather than chasing the Ivy League dream, many students are now opting for schools in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), which consists of 16 schools including the University of South Carolina (USC), the University of … Read more

What is Wave Season? Cruise culture sails into peak travel time

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What is Wave Season? Cruise culture sails into peak travel time

This is when you should seas the opportunity to go on a cruise. The American Automobile Association estimates that 20.7 million Americans will go on ocean cruises this year, a higher number than originally projected. In 2026, the organization projects a record-setting year with 21.7 million Americans setting sail. First-time cruisers are a huge part … Read more