One of the biggest questions when choosing where to live is what you’ll need to do to get your clothes cleaned. And one thing to love about New York is there’s always a spot just up the block. But new research suggests there’s a good reason to avoid that convenience: The closer you live to … Read more
There could be a serious up-tick. The Big Apple is about to be bled dry — and not just because of ferocious tax hikes. This spring and summer, NYC could see an influx of biblical levels of disease-harboring ticks and mosquitoes, borne aloft by warming weather and booming vector populations. It’s enough to have locals … Read more
You’ve eaten pop-up ice cream and you shop at pop-up schmatta shops. But are you ready for pop-up sushi rolls? I was curious, if not altogether ready, when I read 1,001 viral posts about Suka Sushi, located at 63 Lexington Avenue near East 25th Street. The tiny storefront with no seats is meant to be fun, and … Read more
After a season of binging and drinking, your body may feel like it needs a break from the party. Dry January, a modern trend that challenges people to abstain from drinking for the first month of the year, has become a popular way to “detox” from the holidays and start the new year on a healthy … Read more
How tear-ible! Over 20 million Americans have dry eye disease, which means that their eyes don’t produce enough tears or their tears evaporate too quickly. Dry air, wind, certain autoimmune diseases, medications like antihistamines and decongestants, too much screen time, vitamin A deficiency and contact lenses are often to blame. Dr. Ashley Brissette, a board-certified … Read more
Even in the healthiest of relationships, conflicts are bound to arise. But how you deal with them speaks volumes about the strength of your bond. Passive-aggressive phrases like “I guess I’ll just do all of the laundry this week” or “most people would be happy their partner does this” are prime examples of “dry begging,” … Read more
Forget Champagne toasts — Gen Z is raising a glass of soda instead. As wedding season heats up, younger couples are throwing tradition out the window — and tossing open bars out with it. Dry weddings and cash bars are now all the rage among Gen Z brides and grooms, who say that complaining about … Read more
This is sobering news. Experts are concerned about a potential pitfall of Dry January, saying it could cause unhealthy withdrawal symptoms in participants who may not realize they have a drinking problem. “Events like Dry January don’t work for everyone because many people don’t realize that they are drink dependent,” UK-based addiction specialist Lester Morse … Read more
Mocktails have non-drinking New Yorkers feeling high-spirited. There’s been an explosion of nonalcoholic cocktails in the Big Apple recently — and it’s not just for Dry January when the health-conscious trade their elixirs for Equinox. From those participating in dry January to the year-round sober curious, 48% of Americans are interested in drinking less alcohol … Read more
Dry January just got a whole lot more rock ‘n roll. WhistlePig Whiskey has released a new Sex, Drugs, Rock & Dry Old Fashioned mocktail that’s not just alcohol-free but also made with wellness-boosting ingredients. Rock star Alice Cooper, who’s been sober since 1977, said that the drink is “the true sicko of dry cocktails.” … Read more
Kelsie Grace was climbing the corporate ladder when she decided to jump off and spend all her savings on opening a bar. The 25-year-old had worked in marketing for five years and even relocated to Melbourne to chase her career, but after returning from a holiday, she realized she needed a change. “I think for everyone … Read more
Don’t get prechecked by crooks. Experts are alerting travelers about the latest scheme that could steal your personal information and empty your bank accounts. Scammers are emailing frequent flyers about signing up for TSA PreCheck, an expedited screening program that assesses passengers’ risk before check-in, ahead of the hectic holiday travel season. Scammers are emailing … Read more
Jason Kelce might be in the dog house for the foreseeable future. After Kylie Kelce heard her husband’s romance advice to a “New Heights Podcast” listener, who claimed to be having a dry spell with his wife, she took to TikTok on Friday to say Jason may soon have problems of his own. “If I … Read more
Dry eye disease is no laughing matter — or is it? More than 360 million people around the world suffer from chronically red, scratchy or irritated eyes, a condition that can worsen with stress. Researchers in China and the UK believe they may have found an unusual solution that doesn’t involve eye drops — laughter. … Read more
Nine months after his wife died of brain cancer in September, 2022, Rochester, New York native Rami Mina, 82, planned to cruise around the world. The retired engineer sold his house in Temecula, California, and submitted a $5,000 deposit to Life at Sea Cruises — a three-year world trip run by Turkey-based parent company Miray … Read more
This info might make you a little salty. A common cooking ingredient could be behind your eczema flares, according to a new study. Researchers at UC San Francisco (UCSF) say that eating a high-sodium diet may increase your chances of developing eczema. The study, published Wednesday in JAMA Dermatology, found that just an extra gram … Read more
Scrub-a-dub-dub. Saving your skin doesn’t have to cost a fortune, according to Dr. Mamina Turegano. The triple-board certified dermatologist revealed five free hacks for keeping your skin looking plump and moisturized — and they’re easy to try immediately. Turegano, who has over one million TikTok followers explained that the way you shower and wash your … Read more
If you’ve gotten into the habit of lugging your wool knits, cashmere cardigans and silk blouses to the nearest dry cleaners, this news may transform your laundry routine — and your budget. Turns out, ‘Dry Clean Only’ could be a total lie. “It’s just easier for a lot of brands to just put that on everything,” … Read more
We’ve been taken to the cleaners. Consumers are beginning to understand that clothes with “dry clean only” labels don’t always require professional servicing — and that there are easy home remedies to get the job done instead. “Most clothing manufacturers put ‘dry clean only’ when a normal wash at home would be just fine,” experts … Read more
Bummed about dry skin? An NYC board-certified dermatologist is recommending slathering your face with diaper rash cream. “I do this at night when I’m in a very dry climate or my skin is super dry and parched, and I do it after washing my face,” Dr. Shereene Idriss, 40, said in a trending TikTok from … Read more