While NYC has no shortage of celebrated restaurants, sometimes we must yield to the call of the quaint, and this seaside town more than delivers. In a recent roundup of the best small towns in the country, Travel + Leisure crowned Mystic, Connecticut, as the best of the best for destination dining. Made famous by … Read more
It’s time to tap in. Tap-to-pay options including Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more are finally coming to Walmart and its subsidiary Sam’s Club. Walmart announced Friday that tap-to-pay will be available beginning August 24 at select Walmart and Sam’s Club locations, and will roll out to all stores by the end of 2026. The … Read more
While some maniacs love sitting in the middle seat on airplanes, others will do anything to avoid it, but usually it’ll cost them. Thankfully, content creator Jordan King, also known online as the “Coupon King” on social media, shared a hack where Ryanair flyers can completely avoid the squished seat and instead choose a window … Read more
Jake Paul could have his next adventure lined up when his boxing career ends: the NFL. Paul recently told Front Office Sports he has aspirations of playing on the gridiron one day and has already talked to a few teams about it. “I have a couple of teams and coaches that I’ve already talked to … Read more
It’s never rough seas for cruise connoisseur Carol Nicole. Nicole, 47, has been cruising for nearly six years, hitting the seas an impressive 33 times. And as a newly minted travel agent, she guarantees smooth sailing for her clients — and her over 68,000 “cruise besties” she’s dubbed on TikTok. “That’s my whole mission as … Read more
Temperatures are heating up across the Red, White and Blue as the country gears up for July 4th. You may have seen the heatwave warnings popping up on your phone urging all of us to stay inside and brace for extreme temperatures. In New York alone, the city will experience “feels-like” temperatures hitting the low … Read more
It really is the most magical place on earth — at least for a limited time. Disney just announced that Disney+ streaming subscribers can save up to 25% on a Disney World vacation and get a free ticket upgrade on stays from late September through Christmas. The 4-night stay ticket package is available only to … Read more
I recently read supermodel Emily Ratajkowski’s essay “Motherf—er” for The Cut about life after divorce as a single mom, in which she describes deciding to f–k her “way into a new kind of woman.” As a young single mom in New York City, I felt let down. Not because I object to women having sex, … Read more
Gourd news for parents trying to raise healthy eaters! It turns out that the battle to get kids to eat their veggies starts much earlier than you might think — like in the womb — so mothers have a chance to influence tastes long before the “ewwws” and eyerolls begin. New research out of the … Read more
Sitting in the passenger seat of a car, a high school teen clutches an insulin needle beneath her pursed lips. She overlays the social media video with a sexually charged caption: “when he says he wants to pin me so i lowkey grab the r3ta and he looks at me weird.” No, this isn’t a … Read more
When it comes to heart health, you don’t want to skip a beat. The leading cause of death for adults in the US, heart disease claims a life every 34 seconds and strains the healthcare system to the tune of $168 billion, according to the CDC. Aside from the obvious lifestyle interventions like getting more … Read more
Shhh — the secret’s out! Experts say a TikTok fitness trend that prioritizes the sound of silence can support heart health. “Silent walking” is the practice of stepping out without the distractions of devices or music. Devotees of the “rawdogging” movement maintain that it is a whole-body boon that builds mindfulness, awareness and intentionality. “Silent … Read more
It’s not such a tough pill to swallow. Biohackers have been trying to crack the code for eternal life — or at least to slow down biological aging, for a longer, healthier time on Earth. And while genetics, sleep habits, stress management and diet are the major drivers of health and aging, a new study has shown that … Read more
SGA was MIA from “Jeopardy!” contestants’ minds on Monday night. Three people competing on the popular trivia game show failed to answer a clue about NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and given how easy the prompt was, it left social media users’ heads spinning. The category was “Jump Through These Hoops,” and after one of the … Read more
Get rid of that ice, fast. After Friday’s winter storm blanketed the Northeast in snow, many are still trying to shovel their way out of their homes and remove the frozen sheet of ice covering their car’s windshield. Luckily, a motorist revealed a clever hack that can defrost a car in literal seconds. Adrian Garner, … Read more
A new protein-packed contender is muscling its way into the health and fitness world — and it comes straight from the dairy aisle. Parmesan cheese has gone viral among gym-goers and health influencers who are looking for a whole-food protein source, with some creators nibbling it straight from the block. On TikTok and Instagram, videos of people … Read more
It’s supposed to be the most magical time of the year. The holidays are for gathering with loved ones, sharing traditions and creating lasting memories. Social connection is important for your spirit — and your mind. Socializing benefits the brain by stimulating cognitive function and by lowering stress hormones like cortisol, which reduces inflammation and … Read more
Dolly Parton apologized to fans for missing another event as she continues to deal with “a few health challenges.” Parton shared a video message with fans after being inducted into the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Hall of Fame. “Well, hey there, it’s Dolly, and I sure wish I could be with you in … Read more
For years, fans got used to waking up with Hoda Kotb on the “Today” show — but now she wants to help put you to sleep. Nearly 74% of adults have trouble falling asleep at night due to stress, ruminating thoughts and anxiety over work and life. But Kotb, 61, has host found a simple … Read more
Trust the process! Metabolism is very important because it converts nutrients like carbs, proteins and fats into energy to fuel our body to breathe, move, think and function. Many factors influence this process — from age and gender to genetics and muscle mass. A higher metabolism burns more calories at rest and during activity, which … Read more