Wedding season is very nearly upon us — with many people already planning ahead for the spring, summer and even fall months. With the prices of such luxury experiences as travel, wedding attire and gift-giving still rising, a new debate has hit the internet. Do you need to send a gift to the newlyweds if you aren’t attending their wedding? … Read more
Move over, Ozempic finger, Ozempic face and Ozempic butt — say hello to Ozempic personality. The latest transformative outcome of the buzzy weight loss drug may be the most profound yet, with a growing number of patients claiming that the GLP-1 medication — and others like it — have caused anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation, even as … Read more
Functional beverages — or drinks promoted as offering mental or physical benefits beyond hydration — are growing in popularity around the world. Hundreds of companies have jumped into the market, hoping to get some buzz with trendy and sometimes unfamiliar ingredients. Here are some of the latest ones found in functional beverages and what scientists … Read more
Orange you glad you didn’t try this at home? Anne Osbourne, from Queensland, Australia, said that she drank orange juice for 40 days straight and she has never felt healthier, USA Today reported. Osbourne, who goes by @fruitisbeaut on Instagram, posts content on her page about her experience with fruitarianism, a diet consisting of only … Read more
Is the recline on the decline? Sardine-can airplane seating could soon become the norm, as artificial intelligence previously predicted. Flight experts claim that the reclining seat could be scrapped from economy class amid soaring concerns over space, fuel costs and even inflight kerfuffles. “This trend has been occurring for several years now, and I think it … Read more
Summer vacation, here we come. Experts expect another busy summer travel season but airfare prices should sit steady this summer thanks to stabilizing supply and demand, according to The Points Guys (TPG). “We expect summer 2024 to be similar to last year in terms of demand and pricing,” Hayley Berg, lead economist at booking app … Read more
Gen Z — this is the last straw. The generation, born between 1997 and 2012, continues to be obsessed with the latest viral beauty secret, the “anti-wrinkle straw,” which many claim can turn back the clock. Instead of drinking through a vertical straw, they slurp through a hook-like apparatus meant to keep the lips from … Read more
Good for the environment — but what about your body? Trendy plant-based meats could be triggering health issues less frequently seen in humans who prefer to chow down on the real thing, a new study warns. Research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition compared the impacts of protein alternatives, scientifically known as plant-based meat analogues, … Read more
Target run — to the restroom. If a typical shopping trip leaves you unloading more than your purchases, you’re not the only one, experts assure. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained gastroenterologist, had social media rumbling after taking to TikTok to talk about how visiting bookstores, your favorite big box store, or a coffee shop can signal … Read more
Some of America’s most beloved destinations have also become its most untenable. A new analysis plunges into which American cities struggle the most with sky-high prices of marked-up goods. Surprisingly, nearly 20 dense population centers are ponying up more than New Yorkers as the year-over-year rate of inflation sits currently at 3.5% — way up … Read more
They’ve got to be JFKidding. John F. Kennedy Airport in Queens, New York was just named the most luxurious airport in the U.S., Travel & Leisure reported. All Clear Travel Insurance released their findings about which airport was the most luxurious in the world in February. They ranked airports based on how many nearly 4 … Read more
Don’t leave your sleep up in the air. Here’s a window into where to get the best rest on a plane, according to travel experts who spoke to the Huffington Post. They agree that the window seat is the place to be. One major reason the window seat is a great place to get shuteye … Read more
Meet the real estate experts who advise “houses before spouses” – recommending people buy homes with their friends to get on the property ladder. Stephanie Douglass, 35, and Kristina Modares, 34, are co-founders of a real estate agency that specializes in helping millennials and Gen Z purchase homes with friends. The duo started the company … Read more
Amid the rise of cozy cardio and lazy girl workouts, aspiring exercisers are wondering: What constitutes a “good” workout? While many might believe adequate exercise has to involve blood, sweat and tears, experts say that’s not necessarily the case. “The idea of a ‘good’ workout is entirely subjective to all of us,” Christian Erwin, a … Read more
As an interviewer, you’ll want to think through and handle with care the questions you plan to ask job applicants to avoid running into potential conflict down the line. As a general rule, when conducting an interview for an open position, focus on questions that relate specifically to the job at hand — and stay away … Read more
So this is why they call it beauty sleep. Getting inadequate shut-eye can make you feel older than you actually are, according to new research. The two-part study, published Wednesday in the Proceedings of Royal Society B, found that poor slumber can tack on more than four years to how old people feel, while getting … Read more
Danger may be lurking behind the refreshing fizz of your favorite seltzer. While experts agree that sparkling water is generally safe to drink, it could impact gut health depending on the consumer and their beverage of choice. The carbonation could cause symptoms like bloating and exacerbate pre-existing conditions, like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gastroesophageal … Read more
Sweet dreams — sweet enough to eat. Eating dark chocolate an hour before bed can help you sleep better, according to experts at Bed Kingdom. “Eating dark chocolate in moderation at least an hour before bed can result in a more productive night’s sleep,” the experts told The Express. Eating dark chocolate before bed may … Read more
Substituting sugar for low-calorie sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose and stevia derived substances can improve weight loss, help weight management and improve your mood, according to a new study out of Denmark. “Our findings support the use of sweeteners and sweetness enhancers (S&SEs) found in many foods and beverages worldwide as alternatives to sugar-sweetened products to … Read more
There’s a bullseye on baby’s back. Targeting kids is fast becoming all the rage among shady scammers committing identity theft. A recent report from the Federal Trade Commission, the governmental overseers of identity theft, revealed that a staggering 22,229 claims of identity theft from kids in the U.S. under age 19 were filed last year. That’s … Read more