‘Wuthering Heights’ lives up to the hype, takes No. 1 at box office for second Friday in a row

‘Wuthering Heights’ lives up to the hype, takes No. 1 at box office for second Friday in a row

The “Heights” are living up to the hype. “Wuthering Heights” was No. 1 at the box office again, raking in $4.6 million on Friday, its second in theaters, according to The Numbers. The highly anticipated romantic drama loosely based on the 1847 Emily Brontë novel, stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, whom The Post said “are so hot, … Read more

Popular weight-loss plan is more hype than help, new study finds: ‘Doesn’t justify the enthusiasm’

Popular weight-loss plan is more hype than help, new study finds: ‘Doesn’t justify the enthusiasm’

A popular diet may be far less effective at helping people lose weight than fanfare suggests. Endorsed by stars like Jennifer Aniston, Hugh Jackman and Chris Hemsworth, it’s a go-to among many famous faces who are considered fit and healthy — but more and more research is casting doubt on how useful it actually is. … Read more

Olive oil shots are the latest weight loss craze — but they may be ‘more hype than medicine’

Olive oil shots are the latest weight loss craze — but they may be ‘more hype than medicine’

It may make some people shudder, but a growing number of social media users say that starting their day with a shot of olive oil is the secret to better health. The shot, often mixed with lemon juice or water for easier sipping, has been gaining steam on Instagram and TikTok. Users who promote the habit report such … Read more

Popular wellness craze is more hype than helpful — here’s what you should do instead

Popular wellness craze is more hype than helpful — here’s what you should do instead

Sorry, Yogis. New research suggests that the ancient practice may not provide as many cardiovascular benefits as once thought — even if you crank up the heat while holding warrior pose. But not all is lost for fans of mindful movement. The study identified three workouts that better support heart health, including two that also … Read more

Yankees epically troll Mets, Juan Soto in wild-card series hype video

Yankees epically troll Mets, Juan Soto in wild-card series hype video

Juan Soto, who?  The Yankees’ social media department trolled the former Yankee slugger and the Mets in a video the Bronx Bombers posted online ahead of their American League Wild Card series against the Red Sox on Tuesday.  At one point in the roughly 2 ½ minute video, the voice-over – narrated by broadcaster Ryan Ruocco … Read more

Anne Hathaway drops new Knicks hype video after Game 3 rally over Pacers

Anne Hathaway drops new Knicks hype video after Game 3 rally over Pacers

Anne Hathaway is in a Knicks state of mind. Taking to Instagram on Monday, the Oscar-winning actress shared a hype video following New York’s 106-100 comeback victory over the Pacers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals on Sunday night. Anne Hathaway showed her support for the Knicks in a new Instagram hype video. … Read more

The negative seed oil hype is all wrong, experts say — the problem is American ‘overconsumption’

The negative seed oil hype is all wrong, experts say — the problem is American ‘overconsumption’

Seed oils are killing us. That’s according to a growing chorus of influential people warning against the staples of the average American diet — calling them toxic and blaming them for an epidemic of inflammation. But the canola and corn contrarians, the peanut pooh-poohers, the soybean and sunflower disparagers, and even the grapeseed gloom-and-doomers — they’re … Read more

Taylor Swift-filled NFL hype video has fans raging before 2024 season opener: ‘I thought this was football’

Taylor Swift-filled NFL hype video has fans raging before 2024 season opener: ‘I thought this was football’

The NFL’s love story with Taylor Swift isn’t cooling off as the 2024 season nears — much to the disdain of a few “Brads and Chads.” Several fans took to X on Monday to voice their frustration over the pop superstar, whose romance with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce took center stage in a 30-second … Read more

How ‘Big Pharma’ traded principles for profits: ‘Hype fears’ and ‘exaggerate supposed benefits’

How ‘Big Pharma’ traded principles for profits: ‘Hype fears’ and ‘exaggerate supposed benefits’

In December of 2002, Sharyl Attkisson, an Emmy-winning investigative reporter for CBS News, had an unsettling interview with smallpox expert Jonathan Tucker. In a post-9/11 world, with fears of terrorists using a long-eradicated disease like smallpox as a bioweapon, the US was preparing to bring back the smallpox inoculation program. But to Tucker, the very idea was … Read more

Exclusive | NYC’s most eligible bachelor is a hot LES bouncer — with women lining up to see him: ‘Definitely lived up to the hype’

Exclusive | NYC’s most eligible bachelor is a hot LES bouncer — with women lining up to see him: ‘Definitely lived up to the hype’

He’s asking for their IDs — and they’re asking for his number. Luke Timm, 26, manages the door outside Lower East Side bar 82 Stanton, but the 6-foot-5 bouncer with electric hazel eyes has also become the reason for the crowd. “I don’t wanna sound like an arrogant a – – hole,” Timm, who lives … Read more

Here’s why the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer Brush is worth the hype

Here’s why the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer Brush is worth the hype

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. For years, I struggled with styling my hair in a timely manner. With moderately curly, (always frizzy) thick hair, achieving sleek locks usually meant haphazardly hitting it with a traditional blow dryer until it resembled a lion’s mane … Read more

Flavor Flav named official hype man for the US women’s water polo team at Paris 2024 Olympics

Flavor Flav named official hype man for the US women’s water polo team at Paris 2024 Olympics

Maggie Steffens asked for more support for the U.S. women’s water polo team, and the captain received one particularly surprising response. From a clock-wearing rap icon. Moved by Steffens’ Instagram post, Flavor Flav has stepped forward to help the U.S. team as it goes for an unprecedented fourth consecutive gold medal at the Paris Olympics … Read more

Hole lot of hype as escargot-lovers race to get limited Dominique Ansel bagel in NYC: ‘Match made in heaven’

Hole lot of hype as escargot-lovers race to get limited Dominique Ansel bagel in NYC: ‘Match made in heaven’

It’s one shell of a take on a Big Apple staple. Crowds swarmed Dominique Ansel Bakery in New York City Saturday morning to get their hands on an escargot-schmeared bagel only on sale this weekend. Bagel lovers crawled out of bed early and queued up on Spring Street in Soho as early as 6 a.m. … Read more

Is high-end lip care worth the hype? Dermatologist reveals best oils and balms to buy

Is high-end lip care worth the hype? Dermatologist reveals best oils and balms to buy

Kiss this lip-care myth goodbye. Pricey lip products may carry slick branding and a cult following, but are those premium ingredients really paying off? Lip oils and balms that promise long-lasting hydration, plumping and shine are fundamental to any skincare enthusiast’s arsenal. These nourishing products help retain moisture by creating a barrier to prevent water … Read more

Is olive oil making you fat? Nutritionists doubt Mediterranean diet hype

Is olive oil making you fat? Nutritionists doubt Mediterranean diet hype

There’s a slippery truth at the heart of the Mediterranean diet. Often touted as liquid gold, olive oil is a foundational ingredient of the Mediterranean diet, which has been named the No. 1 best diet overall for seven years in a row. Packed with “good” fats and nutrients, food researchers have long touted the myriad … Read more

Turmeric soap hailed as secret to getting clear, ‘glass skin’ — but does it live up to the hype?

Turmeric soap hailed as secret to getting clear, ‘glass skin’ — but does it live up to the hype?

The secret to clear, glowing “glass” skin could be collecting dust in your spice rack. Most people don’t have a sauna or infrared therapy lights installed in their home, but they do very likely have a container of bright yellow turmeric, tucked away somewhere in the pantry. Used liberally in Indian curries and since ancient … Read more

How to make the viral snow globe cocktail in 4 steps: ‘Totally worth the hype’

How to make the viral snow globe cocktail in 4 steps: ‘Totally worth the hype’

What a tree-mendous way to celebrate the holidays. Food stylist Meg Quinn is sharing her viral snow globe cocktail recipe that some fans are calling “very cool.” The four-step cocktail requires a freezer-safe glass, a sprig of rosemary, water and at least a few hours freezing time. “The viral snow globe cocktail is totally worth … Read more

Chris Russo goes off on ‘hype machine’ Gus Johnson after Michigan-Ohio State broadcast

Chris Russo goes off on ‘hype machine’ Gus Johnson after Michigan-Ohio State broadcast

Gus Johnson was just too over the top for Chris “Mad Dog” Russo’s liking.  That was what the famed sports talk radio host told his audience Tuesday on his “Mad Dog Unleashed” SiriusXM program. Russo apparently took issue with the fact that Johnson, the Fox Sports play-by-play man, had overhyped the rivalry matchup between Michigan … Read more

Paige Spiranac boldly picks Jets to make Super Bowl: ‘Gonna live up to the hype’

Paige Spiranac boldly picks Jets to make Super Bowl: ‘Gonna live up to the hype’

The Jets have another member joining the hype train. Paige Spiranac made her NFL predictions on Thursday night as the NFL season got underway, as she picked the winners of each division. The golf influencer Gang Green’s chances under new quarterback Aaron Rodgers. “Here our my division winners, we’re starting off with the AFC and … Read more

Skincare supplements are ‘not worth the hype’ — despite booming trend

Skincare supplements are ‘not worth the hype’ — despite booming trend

For those itching to forego a 10-step regimen, ingestible skincare supplements are an alluring proposect. The once-daily capsules claim to promote a healthy glow from the inside out, with ingredients such as collagen, antioxidants, probiotics and ceramide promising clear skin. The sell of the pills hinge on emerging research about the gut-skin axis, or how … Read more