‘Thunderbolts*’ post-credits sequence explained: What’s the group’s real name?

‘Thunderbolts*’ post-credits sequence explained: What’s the group’s real name?

Marvel Studios is hoping lightning strikes twice. Their latest film, “Thunderbolts*,” started out with an OK $162.1 million worldwide opening. That’s below February’s “Captain America: Brave New World.” But with vastly better reviews (88% on RottenTomatoes), the week-to-week drops should be lower. Crossing its fingers, the film’s post-credits sequence suggests an ongoing life for the … Read more

‘You’ ending explained: Does Penn Badgley’s Joe Goldberg die — or get away with it?

‘You’ ending explained: Does Penn Badgley’s Joe Goldberg die — or get away with it?

Joe Goldberg has ended his story.  The fifth and final season of Penn Badgley’s Netflix thriller “You” is now streaming. The actor plays Joe Goldberg, a bookish romantic who thinks of himself as sensitive — and has a nasty habit of murdering people wherever he goes.  So, does the final season of “You” let Joe … Read more

Why ‘The Brady Bunch’ never explained what happened to Carol’s first husband

Why ‘The Brady Bunch’ never explained what happened to Carol’s first husband

Here’s the story. The “Brady Bunch” cast has revealed why the classic sitcom never explained what happened to Carol Brady’s first husband — despite being more forthcoming about Mike Brady’s first wife. Christopher Knight, who played middle son Peter Brady on the beloved series, and Barry Williams, who played oldest son Greg Brady, opened up … Read more

What is an amniotic fluid embolism? Influencer Hailey Okula’s deadly childbirth complication explained

What is an amniotic fluid embolism? Influencer Hailey Okula’s deadly childbirth complication explained

Hailey Okula — a nursing influencer known as “Nurse Hailey” — died late last month of complications from giving birth to her first child, her husband Matthew Okula, announced in a heartbreaking Instagram post Tuesday. He subsequently revealed to Fox 11 Los Angeles that the cause of death was amniotic fluid embolism (AFE), a rare and … Read more

What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Gene Hackman’s wife Betsy Arakawa’s cause of death explained

What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Gene Hackman’s wife Betsy Arakawa’s cause of death explained

Betsy Arakawa — the classical pianist married to Gene Hackman — died last month of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease linked to rodents, New Mexico authorities announced Friday. Hantavirus patients can develop flu-like symptoms that quickly progress to breathing difficulties. The condition can significantly damage lung tissue, causing fluid to accumulate in the … Read more

Sagittarius zodiac sign explained: Dates, compatibility, personality

Sagittarius zodiac sign explained: Dates, compatibility, personality

Arrows to the sky and caution to the wind, Sagittarius season is upon us. After the subterranean cavern of fear and feeling that is Scorpio season, the bright, breezy energy of Sagittarius is a welcome respite, the psychic equivalent of a Mentos commercial. Ruling the skies from Nov. 21 to Dec. 21, Sagittarius energy is … Read more

Why now’s the best time to save with Robinhood: HOOD Week explained

Why now’s the best time to save with Robinhood: HOOD Week explained

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. If you’ve ever considered investing but find that staring at complex charts and graphs makes you want to run the other way, I get it.  For many of us, saving and investing … Read more

Frank Fritz and Mike Wolfe’s ‘American Pickers’ feud explained

Frank Fritz and Mike Wolfe’s ‘American Pickers’ feud explained

They were once one of television’s most iconic duos. Frank Fritz and Mike Wolfe began their careers as co-hosts on the History Channel series “American Pickers” in 2010. The pair had a falling out after 10 years of working together and Wolfe, 60, continued hosting the show without Fritz, 58. Frank Fritz and Mike Wolfe … Read more

Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis definitely not in ‘Beetlejuice’ sequel, reason explained: ‘A loophole’

Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis definitely not in ‘Beetlejuice’ sequel, reason explained: ‘A loophole’

If we say their names three times, Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis sadly still won’t star in the “Beetlejuice” sequel. Scant details had been revealed about Tim Burton’s latest movie “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” in the lead-up to its Venice Film Festival on Wednesday night.  But one long-assumed rumor has been confirmed by reports out of the … Read more

What is TikTok’s ‘Gen Z Boss and a Mini’ meme? The viral trend, explained

What is TikTok’s ‘Gen Z Boss and a Mini’ meme? The viral trend, explained

Is this the grating-est generation? Generation Z has been labeled “cringeworthy” following a new TikTok video depicting 20-something female office workers chanting about their appearance. @tbhskincare/TikTok As if Zoomers weren’t kickstarting enough questionable social media trends of late: Generation Z has been labeled “cringeworthy” following a TikTok video depicting 20-something female office workers chanting about … Read more

Are ‘red bags loaded first’ on planes? The viral TikTok theory explained

Are ‘red bags loaded first’ on planes? The viral TikTok theory explained

Let’s unpack this theory. A viral TikTok video has led more than 75 million viewers to believe that red luggage is loaded into the cargo compartment first due to its eye-catching color that is visible in the darkness of the aircraft hold — but is it true? “If the red are at the back then … Read more

Everything to know about the 2024 Met Gala: Date and ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion’ theme explained

Everything to know about the 2024 Met Gala: Date and ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion’ theme explained

We hope you got your beauty sleep — the biggest night in fashion is finally here. The Met Gala, held on the first Monday in May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, fundraises for the Costume Institute and marks the opening of its spring 2024 exhibition, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” However, the charity event is more … Read more

The TikTok video that freezes scrolling explained — and how to fix it

The TikTok video that freezes scrolling explained — and how to fix it

Users on TikTok are raising concerns due to a new viral video that appears to freeze their feeds after viewing it. TikToker @noahglenncarter, who regularly posts about viral trends on the platform, made a post explaining the video that “has broken TikTok.” “You literally cannot scroll past it,” Noah exclaimed in the video that has … Read more

Laser-hair removal side effects explained: Can it really cause these issues?

Laser-hair removal side effects explained: Can it really cause these issues?

Laser hair removal is one of the most requested cosmetic procedures worldwide — but could it have unwanted side effects? The popular procedure is approved by the Food and Drug Administration and is generally considered a safe, effective procedure when performed properly. However, some people have complained of unwanted side effects such as sagging skin … Read more

What is preventative chemotherapy? Kate Middleton’s cancer treatment explained

What is preventative chemotherapy? Kate Middleton’s cancer treatment explained

Kate Middleton has been diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announced. In a video statement released on Friday, the Princess of Wales, 42, revealed her diagnosis more than three months after undergoing a planned abdominal surgery in January, believing her condition to be non-cancerous. “However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present,” she said … Read more

Al Pacino’s ‘Oppenheimer’ Best Picture Oscars flub explained — maybe

Al Pacino’s ‘Oppenheimer’ Best Picture Oscars flub explained — maybe

The award for most anti-climatic Oscar ending goes to… Al Pacino caused quite a stir during the 2024 Oscars when he skipped over announcing all 10 of the Best Picture nominees. Instead, he just quickly blurted out “Oppenheimer.” The Oscar winner, 83, was greeted by a standing ovation as he took to the stage at … Read more

Airline ‘status matching’ explained: How to shift loyalties without losing your elite standing — it’s easy

Airline ‘status matching’ explained: How to shift loyalties without losing your elite standing — it’s easy

Don’t wing it when it comes to flying in style. If you’re a frequent flyer looking to change airline allegiances — and who could blame you considering the spate of recent heart-stopping incidents in the skies — don’t allow yourself to be held back by your status with a particular carrier. Nowadays, most major flyers … Read more

‘Premature intimacy’ explained: Why having sex too soon could doom a new relationship

‘Premature intimacy’ explained: Why having sex too soon could doom a new relationship

Sex on the first date? You might only be screwing yourself if you’re looking for lasting love. “Premature intimacy” — dubbed “PMI” — refers to the act of baring too much in the early stages of courtship, with one dating expert saying it’s potentially perilous. PMI includes both sexual and emotional intimacy, whereby a person … Read more

The ‘Dorito Theory’ explained — and how it could help you break an addiction to social media

The ‘Dorito Theory’ explained — and how it could help you break an addiction to social media

It’s all just empty calories. A social media user has gone viral with a crunchy new critique of the much-maligned modern phenomenon — they’re calling it the “Dorito Theory.” The name might be new, but the idea that unsatisfying activities can be the most addictive is as old as time. “When you eat a Dorito … Read more

Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion’s feud, explained

Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion’s feud, explained

Rap beef is back. Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion are a long way from entertaining fans with “Hot Girl Summer” in 2019. Now, they’re at odds through their music. Let’s take a look at how the two rap greats became enemies. Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion release “Hot Girl Summer” — August 2019 … Read more