A Sydney mother has revealed how a split second encounter with a monkey at a popular sanctuary in Bali turned into a living nightmare, resulting in a medical bill greater than USD $3967.32. Flavia McDonald, her husband and their 12-year-old daughter Lorena jetted off to the popular Indonesian holiday island on Father’s Day as a … Read more
Are your selfies safe? In the age of social media, snapping the perfect selfie can sometimes turn deadly — and a new study by The Barber Law Firm reveals where it’s most dangerous to try to capture the shot. The firm’s researchers looked into selfie-related incidents around the world from March 2014 to May 2025. … Read more
Authorities in southeastern Spain were forced to temporarily shut down a popular stretch of sand earlier this week after two venomous sea creatures known as “blue dragons” were spotted. The town of Guardamar del Segura, located just north of Torrevieja on Spain’s Mediterranean Costa Blanca, implemented a swimming ban across all beaches after the rare … Read more
Teaching children how to keep safe is becoming increasingly challenging for households across Australia. However, one woman has suggested we look away from the term ‘stranger danger’ and trade it in for a more realistic one. “I think we need to start moving away from ‘stranger danger’ and more towards what a ‘tricky person’ looks … Read more
No need for vacationers to test the waters here, experts say. The summer vacation spoiler has been identified as a cyanobacterial bloom — and the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) says that the crummy blue-green conditions seem to be spreading, with a noticeable increase in scale since Aug. 2. Currently, the contamination stretches … Read more
Experts agree that seven to nine hours of sleep is ideal for most adults — but when it comes to your health, the total number of hours might not be the most important factor. In a major new study led by teams from Peking University and Army Medical University, sleep irregularity has been linked to an increased … Read more
WASHINGTON — Health officials want you to think twice before buying one of those brightly colored little bottles often sold at gas stations, convenience stores and smoke shops. Sometimes called “gas station heroin,” the products are usually marketed as energy shots or cognitive supplements but actually contain tianeptine, an unapproved drug that can be addictive … Read more
For years, this country has been deemed one of the most dangerous places to travel — yet tourists keep coming. Libya, located in North Africa, has struggled through decades of unrest after NATO-backed forces assassinated dictator Muammar Gaddafi. Libya, located in North Africa, has struggled through decades of unrest after NATO-backed forces assassinated dictator Muammar … Read more
This couple sank into each other’s hearts. A man who fell into quicksand while strolling along a beautiful beach with his best friend had his life changed by the terrifying incident. Pals Mitchell O’Brien and Breanne Sika were enjoying a relaxing day out on a recent spring weekend, walking along the Lake Michigan shoreline — when … Read more
The U.S. State Department has upped its travel advisory for Trinidad and Tobago, a Caribbean island off the northeast coast of Venezuela, due to a state of emergency. The State Department issued a Level 3 travel advisory to the island, meaning Americans should reconsider travel, amid “heightened risks of terrorism and kidnapping.” “On December 30, … Read more
After about an hour, “Misericordia” becomes an increasingly bent kind of murder mystery in which the weapon comprises sticks and stones, in which we can tell who’s lying better than the two cops on the case, in which the village abbot (Jacques Develay) proves suspiciously omnipresent, omnipresently suspicious and a touch covetous himself. The mystery … Read more
Meghan Markle might be on an all-time high at the moment, celebrating the announcement of a second series of her new Netflix show With Love, Meghan, but the haters are still trying to bring her down with every sweet post she shares on social media. Even on International Women’s Day — a day, ironically, reserved for women to be … Read more
Snakes like these are giants. Black mambas can stretch to 14 feet, and the longest king cobra ever recorded was 19 feet. Puff adders are petite by contrast, as short as six inches and no longer than six feet, but very thick. They have long, retractable fangs that can deliver poison into muscle. Their venom … Read more
It’s time to clean up and do some redecorating — doctor’s orders. Dr. Julia Adamian, an internist with NYU Langone, told The Post which five things she’d never keep in her own home because they can mess with your health, your sleep and your safety. Dr. Julia Adamian says she’d never have clutter in her … Read more
This is rubbish! Researchers say that deteriorating car tires and decomposing garbage are sending minute plastic fragments into the air, which may be fueling infertility, colon cancer and respiratory illnesses. There’s long been concern about how exposure to microplastics — found in cosmetics and toothpaste and shed from food containers and clothing — can hurt … Read more
Austin Butler is the new Patrick Bateman. The 33-year-old actor was officially cast as the violent serial killer originally played by Christian Bale over 20 years ago, Variety confirmed Tuesday. Austin Butler at the 2024 SFFILM Awards Night. Getty Images Luca Gadagnino’s new movie is an adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel, and not … Read more
Stuck for a Christmas present for the kiddies? The world’s most dangerous toy is up for sale. The Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Laboratory was released in the early 1950s and comes complete with real uranium ore samples. Marketed as an educational tool to inspire budding scientists, the kit was the brainchild of Alfred Carlton Gilbert, … Read more
A Walmart worker is warning women against using the retailer’s restrooms, saying serious health hazards are hiding in plain sight. The employee, named Devan, made the public service announcement in a TikTok video which has clocked up 611,000 views and a whole lot of alarm. “This pertains to men and women, but mainly women, and … Read more
Can’t get enough of Thanksgiving dinner? Leftovers are always a hit after Turkey Day, but one expert has revealed the foods that should never be reheated due to the health risks they pose. Spinach, according to dietitian Harini Bala, contains nitrates, levels of which increase with cooking, studies have shown. At high heat — such as … Read more
You don’t know Jack — o’-Lantern. Carved pumpkins might be a treasured fall tradition, but one expert is warning that the spooky season staple can turn your home into a total pest magnet. “Porch pumpkins are non-negotiable for Halloween,” said Cassandra Leisz, Creative Director at innovative interiors brand, Ruggable. Carved pumpkins can attract the wrong kind … Read more