Shocking photos show the horrific damage a plane sustained after flying into a severe hailstorm that forced the captain to abort the flight. The Airbus A320 had departed Poland’s Katowice-Pyrzowice Airport on April 21 and was en route to an undisclosed location when the aircraft encountered a violent thunderstorm. The pilot attempted to circumvent the … Read more
Gail Rudnick and Kim Murstein — the no-nonsense hosts of hit podcast series “Excuse My Grandma” — are The Post’s brand-new advice columnists. From family feuds to friendship fallouts, money, marriage and sex, there’s no topic too taboo to tackle, and the native New Yorkers will hash out each issue from their differing perspectives to tell the … Read more
Heavy-drinking students damage their pals’ physical and mental health as well as their own, according to new research. The harms of incessant boozing among college students — such as lower grades, mental distress, and even suicidal thoughts — are linked to being exposed to a drinker’s poor behavior, say scientists. One-in-three college-age students said they … Read more
People with “beer bellies” may have an increased risk of heart damage, raising fresh concerns about the health risks tied to extra weight around the midsection. German researchers found that men with fat deposits around the abdomen showed clear signs of early heart damage, even when their overall weight wasn’t especially high. Scientists wanted to better … Read more
The FDA is giving a thumbs down to this celeb-loved glow-up procedure. While it’s meant to help combat everything from wrinkles and hyperpigmentation to acne scars and stretch marks, there are no reports of some very scary unintended side effects. The FDA is giving a thumbs down to this beloved glow-up treatment. insta_photos – stock.adobe.com … Read more
An Australian dentist is urging parents to heed his warning, or risk damaging their kids’ smiles for good. Perth-based Dr Maheer Shah says his job has become about far more than cavities and root canals. “The hardest part about my job is fixing bad dentistry,” Dr. Shah told news.com.au. “We’re seeing less decay and fewer … Read more
Knee pain is often associated with aging, but more young people seem to be experiencing this issue. With a greater tendency to play high-intensity sports and a higher overall BMI (body mass index), more younger individuals in their 30s and 40s are having knee problems – and some are even seeking out surgery. Between 2000 and … Read more
A British friend said something snooty to me Wednesday night at the U.S. Open. “Ugh, this is so American.” A concert fog machine had just turned on as World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz walked into Arthur Ashe Stadium, like he was Lady Gaga at MSG. Once the match started, the 23,000 spectators talked the entire … Read more
Protect those luscious locks. Getting regular trims and doing weekly hair masks are important to keep your hair in tip-top shape — what you do as soon as you step out of the shower is crucial for the health of your hair. If you’re someone who uses a regular hair brush to comb through your … Read more
Airbnb has apologized to a woman after her host used artificial intelligence to claim she had caused thousands of dollars worth of damage. The incident took place earlier this year when a London-based woman booked a one-bedroom apartment in Manhattan for a two-and-a-half month stay, The Guardian reported. She decided to leave the Airbnb early … Read more
A sunburn might not be the only thing you need to worry about this summer. “There’s no such thing as a safe tan,” Krista Rubin, nurse practitioner at Mass General Brigham’s Center for Melanoma, told The Post. “It’s an injury to the skin.” But what about the popular belief that a “base tan” can protect … Read more
Extreme summer heat can weigh heavily on the body and mind. Skyrocketing temperatures can have a severe impact on heart health in particular — especially for people with pre-existing conditions. Adedapo Iluyomade, M.D., a cardiologist with Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, part of Baptist Health South Florida, noted that hot weather causes the heart to … Read more
Hate Mondays? Turns out your body does, too. A new study from the University of Hong Kong found that older adults who felt anxious on Mondays had 23% higher levels of stress hormone cortisol in their body up to two months later, compared to those who reported anxiety on other days. And that Monday-specific stress … Read more
It’s quite disc-ouraging, really. Most Americans will experience back pain at some point — and many times it’s not a result of injury or illness. Seemingly simple, everyday tasks can cause or exacerbate back pain by placing undue stress on the spine and surrounding muscles. “We are seeing many patients present with pain after/during activities … Read more
For those with a hair care routine, a brush is an essential tool for daily upkeep — but brushing hair while it’s wet could cause more harm than good. The common habit could permanently weaken hair at a “molecular level,” according to Dr. Mehmet Erdogan, co-founder and hair transplant surgeon at Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul. … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration has initiated the process of banning oral fluoride supplements for children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends these tablets and lozenges for children with a high risk of tooth decay or for those whose local drinking water is low in fluoride, a naturally occurring mineral found in soil, water, … Read more
Photos of the home where singer-songwriter Jill Sobule was found dead were released Friday, revealing extensive fire damage to the Woodbury, Minn., residence. The blaze, which broke out early Thursday morning, blew out the home’s front windows, scorched the exterior, and caused much of the roof to collapse. The most severe damage appeared concentrated around … Read more
Are you really gonna eat that? A neuroscientist is sounding the alarm about five foods that can accelerate cognitive decline, even increasing your odds of developing dementia. The good news is that he’s also offering up some easy swaps and better ways to consume. “What you eat not only affects your waistline — it also … Read more
It’s a bone-a-fide mystery. Joint pain, hair loss and fatigue are clues that can point to various conditions. One in particular has been throwing people for a loop even as 16,000 new US cases are reported annually. Lupus is sometimes called a cruel mystery since it can take many years for patients to be accurately … Read more
Think you’ve got brushing your teeth down? Think again. Dr. Arash Ravanbakhsh, the owner of Inglewood Family Dental in Calgary, Canada, recently shared five common mistakes people make while brushing their teeth. Be careful — ignoring his advice could lead to weakened enamel, gum damage, and even bad breath. Brushing your teeth wrong can lead … Read more