WASHINGTON — You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad? A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases. Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin. Now researchers better … Read more
Magic mushrooms? You have gnome idea. Move over psilocybin — there’s a new psychoactive agent on the scene. A study published last month in Mycologia has unearthed new details on how one freaky fungus makes those who ingest it hallucinate teeny, tiny people all around them — something that no other ‘shroom is known to … Read more
Half of parents admit they have “no idea” how they’re going to afford their kids’ college education, according to new research. A survey of 500 parents of high school seniors who intend to enroll in a four-year university this fall and 500 parents of current four-year university students unveiled the realistic struggles they face in … Read more
After Lady Liberty, this would probably be NYC’s most popular statue. The King of New York Jalen Brunson has a shot at getting a 6′ 2” replica in bronze just blocks from Madison Square Garden. Benjamin Cohen, founder of the popular @newyorkers social media channels, is on a mission to make the baller move happen … Read more
It seems Stephen A. Smith isn’t dialed in on World Cup history. On ESPN’s “First Take” on Wednesday morning, during a panel discussion on the U.S. men’s national team’s mentality in the 2026 World Cup compared to years past, Smith brought up the French national team. “I’m wondering what France is going to do, could … Read more
ESPN host Mike Greenberg had an on-air gaffe not once but twice as the No. 27 pick was announced during the live broadcast of the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday night. Greenberg, who teed up the pick as NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell walked to the podium, was clearly unaware that the Dolphins traded up from … Read more
Kevin Kisner had a glimpse behind the curtain of CBS’ Masters coverage — and was left astounded by what he saw. Kisner was hired as the lead analyst for NBC’s golf coverage at the end of 2024 and this past weekend he was in the booth for SiriusXM at The Masters as CBS handled the TV … Read more
A Melbourne couple poured their life savings into an idea – an idea so unique, even they had doubts it would take off. Hospitality duo Danny Kane and Rebecca Grey are behind Australian-born brand Aquafab – a super niche product that acts as a cocktail foamer. Instead of using eggs in beverages like whiskey sours and amarettos, … Read more
Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka joked that she was not fully prepared for the moment her boyfriend, Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis, proposed to her Tuesday night, as seen in a joint Instagram video. The four-time Grand Slam winner put her massive oval-cut diamond ring on display, and shared that she was surprised by the grand … Read more
Joel Kim Booster’s idea for a sequel is nothing short of golden. The comedian, 37, starred in one of the most buzzed about movies of the year, the animated musical action “KPop Demon Hunters.” After voicing Romance Saja, a demonic member of the K-Pop group, the Saja Boys, Booster sees room for his character to be featured … Read more
He’s not under arrest — but he sure could use a rest. In September, 49-year-old New Yorker Michael Moreau jumped off the southern tip of Manhattan — and didn’t emerge until he’d swum up the East River, through the Harlem and down the Hudson to complete the famed and formidable 28.5-mile loop. The (flutter) kicker: … Read more
Harry and Marv are still kicking. Macaulay Culkin, who played Kevin McCallister in the 1990 holiday classic “Home Alone,” is brainstorming a sequel. “I kind of had this idea,” the star, 45, revealed at his A Nostalgic Night with Macaulay Culkin tour on Sunday, per People. “I’m either a widower or a divorcee. I’m raising a kid … Read more
Gracie Hunt, the daughter of Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, applauded Erika Kirk and Turning Point USA for attempting to create their own halftime show to go against Bad Bunny. The Grammy Award-winning artist was announced as the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show performer earlier this year, sparking outrage among some because of his criticism of … Read more
She’s “Wheel”-y good at keeping secrets. A Connecticut woman who won a record-breaking $1,035,155 on Tuesday night’s “Wheel of Fortune” concealed the life-changing news from her boyfriend for four long months. Contestant Christina Derevjanik, 34, filmed her historic appearance on the game show back in May and was sworn to secrecy until the episode aired … Read more
She thought she was going no. 2 — but it turned out to be kiddo no. 3. Helen and Michael Green, both 45, were on vacation in Toronto, Canada, for a 10-day road trip with their 6-year-old daughter Darcy — though they had no idea Helen was nine months pregnant. They arrived at their Holiday … Read more
Can he be Frank? David Zucker, the director and co-writer of the 1988 spoof comedy “The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!,” has a lot of gripes with the new reboot — from the casting of Liam Neeson as Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. to its similarities with his beloved original. But, the filmmaker … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Grace Waterman is among millions of TikTok moms budgeting ahead of the school year. Many have shared their back-to-school hauls on social media, setting tight budgets to limit overspending, and … Read more
Saying “I do” to a member of the cabin crew could be a flight risk — warns one wingwoman. Although the idea of landing a hot flight attendant as your husband or wife might sound enticing, an expert of the friendly skies is issuing a word-to-the-wise against getting hitched to folks in her field. “I hate to be … Read more
It’s all about the sauce. Bryan Cranston reflected on his 2010 “Saturday Night Live” hosting gig during a recent appearance on David Spade and Dana Carvey’s “Fly on the Wall” podcast. “I just wanted to do anything. I had a couple pitches for them,” Cranston, 69, told the two alums of the sketch comedy series. “I pitched … Read more
People didn’t like the idea of sitting next to a massive air bud. Italian air officials have caused uproar among pet parents over a “ridiculous” new policy that allows medium and large-sized canines to fly with their owners. Under the new guidelines, approved last month by the nation’s civil aviation authority ENAC, pets whose weight … Read more