The “Z” stands for “zero work done.” Gen Z workers have revealed the many ways they’re stealing company time — from beauty treatments to tardiness and working while hungover. While all their names have been changed for anonymity, Zoomers dished their dirty work secrets to The Standard, their cubicle confessions arriving amid a rise in … Read more
Hearing health is often something taken for granted by parents. Your baby receives an initial hearing test at a few days old and then you all go about your business … until of course, sometimes it’s too late and damage is done to your child’s hearing, oftentimes through exposure to seemingly inanimate household objects. So, what decibel level is safe … Read more
A class of drugs commonly used to treat movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome is pushing people into risky sexual behavior. Patients taking dopamine agonists say the drugs have triggered uncontrollable impulses, including flashing, sex addiction and even pedophilia — leaving them struggling with feelings of shame and confusion. Reports reviewed by … Read more
Airbnbs were supposed to be the easier way to travel. You can find one just about anywhere, complete with all the convenience and amenities of a real home, rather than a hotel. But, of course, there’s always a catch. When booking an Airbnb, you can look over a list of rules and checkout instructions from the host. … Read more
No ifs, ands or butts about it — there are three things oncology dietitian Nichole Andrews avoids because she’s worried they will raise her risk for colon and other cancers. “Knowledge is power, and I’m here to drop some truth bombs about how to reduce cancer risk,” Andrews, who wrote “The F*ck Cancer Cookbook,” posted … Read more
The holidays are just about over — the decorations are down, the leftovers are eaten, the guests are gone, but Old Man Winter is still here. The persistent cold and darkness can make it difficult to get out of bed, concentrate or socialize. These feelings could be characterized as the “winter blues” or a more … Read more
Five men have now been charged in connection to Liam Payne’s hotel balcony death in Argentina — including one of the One Direction star’s close friends, according to a local report. The 31-year-old’s pal, Roger Nores, was among those slapped with manslaughter charges over the weekend following Payne’s death in Buenos Aires in October, local outlet … Read more
So much for a “long winter’s nap.” We often struggle to sleep well in the winter because less exposure to sunlight can significantly disturb our internal clocks, making it harder for us to fall and stay asleep. Plus, colder temperatures and dry air can irritate the throat and nasal passages, leading to tossing and turning … Read more
Oh, the weather outside is frightful — and not needing a trip to the ER would be delightful. Unfortunately, plenty of people end up in the hospital every year due to winter-related injuries, some serious enough to require surgery. Dr. Nicole Stevens, an orthopedic trauma surgeon at NYU Langone, is warning about the most common … Read more
It’s easy to go ham on the Christmas leftovers, but excessive grazing between meals can cause you to pack on the holiday pounds. “It’s important to rate your hunger before reaching for a snack, as weight gain can happen when we eat because of emotion or habit,” Emily Feivor, a registered dietitian at Long Island Jewish Forest … Read more
It’s time to clean up and do some redecorating — doctor’s orders. Dr. Julia Adamian, an internist with NYU Langone, told The Post which five things she’d never keep in her own home because they can mess with your health, your sleep and your safety. Dr. Julia Adamian says she’d never have clutter in her … Read more
Only using your FSA to pay your deductibles? Amateur hour. There’s a lot that those pre-tax dollars in your flexible spending account (or healthcare spending account) can pay for — especially if you overestimated how much you’d need and how have cash to burn before it expires. And if you’re not in the market for … Read more
2024 was a solid TV year overall, but it still had some clunkers. It was a strange year for Hollywood, as many shows were impacted by the 2023 actors and writers strikes. It was the end of an era for big shows like “Yellowstone” and “Blue Bloods,” and there was a tepid second season of … Read more
A grandmother with terminal cancer and just months left to live is pursuing her life-long dreams of skydiving and swimming with dolphins. Doctors gave Tanya Huckstep the devastating news she had between six and nine months left after the breast cancer she has fought since 2021 worsened. But, despite a grueling battle through chemotherapy and … Read more
It’s business as usual for the NFL when it comes to Jay-Z. Commissioner Roger Goodell told media members Wednesday that the league’s relationship with the rapper, accused of rape in an amended lawsuit this week, has not changed. “We’re aware of the civil allegations and Jay-Z’s really strong response to that,” Goodell said at the … Read more
What were you searching for in 2024? According to Google’s Year in Search report, the world was surfing the web for news about the US election, the latest iPhone release, blockbuster movie releases, TikTok trends and style advice. The results, Google told TechCrunch, aren’t just the most popular searches — that would be, for instance, the … Read more
Advent calendars are no longer your simple holiday countdown with chocolate behind each door. Nowadays, many are full of luxury goods — and can set you back thousands of dollars. Advent calendars are a way to run up to Christmas by opening a numbered door or box — typically 24 total — each day to … Read more
Michael Kay stood up for Rob Manfred’s “golden” idea that has risen to prominence over the last week. Comments by the MLB commish about the “buzz” around the “Golden At-Bat Rule” on “The Varsity” podcast released last month have garnered plenty of headlines in recent days. The potential idea, which is still in the “conversation-only … Read more
Even the best laid diet plans can be derailed by a Thanksgiving feast — and who can say no to their mom’s mashed potatoes or auntie’s pumpkin pie? But just because we’re letting ourselves indulge in some of our favorite holiday foods doesn’t mean we have no power against the pull of over-indulgence — and … Read more
As we march through the holiday season, daylight is dwindling, social and familial obligations reach a tinsel pitch, and it’s easy to feel fatigue set in. Whether it is a struggle to get out of bed when the sky is dark, work burnout, or the temptation to nap after indulging in a filling feast, the … Read more