Are the benefits of lip flips all talk? Experts seem to think so. NYC dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss recently took to TikTok to warn users against the cosmetic procedure, which involves injecting Botox near the upper lip to relax the muscles for patients who don’t want a “gummy” smile. Idriss revealed that she wasn’t aware … Read more
When you think of preserving memories, scrapbooks or photo albums might come to mind. But what about Google Maps? In a new, melancholy trend sweeping social media, Gen Z is using the “Street View” feature on Google Maps to view their childhood homes or the houses of their now-deceased grandparents, where photos snapped in years’ … Read more
Of the list of eating disorders, ARFID might not be one that you recognize – but it can be just as dangerous as the better-known conditions. ARFID, or Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, is defined by the Cleveland Clinic as a condition that limits a person’s food intake. It is recognized in the DSM-5 (the Diagnostic and … Read more
They’re like the guardian angels of the airport. Airports worldwide offer a special service that most travelers overlook: airport greeters, whose job is to help ease travelers’ travel frustrations. “There is airport greeters, airport ambassadors, airport fast track, airport meet and greet … it depends on where you [are] traveling around the world,” Ron Gorfinkel, … Read more
A mom was charged an unexpected $55 [$36.37 USD] for her late-night shopping trip, all because of Western Australia’s different timezones. The Perth mom-of-four said that she was doing an online Coles shop last Tuesday at 11:30 p.m. when she was slugged with the unexpected charge. Her click-and-collect grocery bill totaled $450.37 [$297.79 USD], but when she checked her online … Read more
There’s nothing to be salty about here. When Saurabh Abrol first came up with the concept for his restaurant Meximodo, he knew aiming big was worth a shot — but breaking a world record wasn’t on his bingo card. “It’s pretty surreal,” Abrol told The Post of his Metuchen, New Jersey eatery. “It just feels … Read more
A now-defunct, little-known Disney Channel rule has finally explained why 90s and 2000s kids said goodbye to their favorite shows prematurely. Lizzie McGuire, which made a bona fide star of US actress Hilary Duff, abruptly ended after just two seasons in 2004 at the height of its popularity and shortly after the release of its … Read more
“What you are about to read is not a standard account of the life and work of Joni Mitchell,” writes longtime music critic Ann Powers in the introduction to her new book, “Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell” (Dey Street Books), out on Tuesday. “Instead, it’s a tale of long journeying through a life … Read more
We encounter thousands, if not tens of thousands, of logos in our lifetime—some more recognizable than others. And despite seeing some of them on a daily basis, sometimes they harbor hidden details we never even notice. That is, until a video goes viral on social media pointing them out and making us feel very silly indeed. One of those … Read more
Beaches are a place of relaxation, fun and, in some cases, strange laws. In a general sense, a lot of beaches follow the same basic rules. Don’t litter. Leave your furry friend home. No glass containers or bottles. Some beaches around the United States have more specific laws for visitors to keep in mind. Here are … Read more
I was 27 when I finally told a doctor for the first time. “My vagina doesn’t allow penetration,” I explained. “I can’t even insert a tampon. It feels like I’m hitting a wall, and the pain is excruciating – a blinding searing, like I’m being torn open.” My GP told me she suspected I have vaginismus, … Read more
Constantly questioning aspects of your relationship even though there’s nothing to worry about? Turns out you’re not alone — you may be suffering from a condition so common it’s now a diagnosed medical disorder. Relationship Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (rOCD) is a “newly recognized” type of OCD, with a sufferer “primarily concerned with fears and doubts” … Read more
A Sydney woman has revealed how a little-known issue with her husband’s sperm affected their ability to have a baby – after the couple thought they were finally in the clear. Amber Price and her husband John had been elated to start trying for a family after the influencer battled with Crohn’s and an ulcerative … Read more
All it takes is a 15-minute flight and 8 miles of open ocean to lose the crowds, cruise ships and cookie-cutter chain resorts. Now, you’re in Vieques, a tiny islet off “mainland” Puerto Rico. It’s a dose of the Spanish-speaking Caribbean that time forgot. For decades, most of the island was essentially cut off from … Read more
Brian Earl always loved Christmas and podcasts, but in 2016 he came up empty when looking for a combination of the two. Undeterred, Earl decided to start his own: “Christmas Past.” In his accompanying new book “Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday Traditions” (Globe Pequot), Earl shares instructive stories about the Yuletide practices … Read more
Death doesn’t have to be so scary, according to Hospice Nurse Julie — a TikTok star with more than 1.1 million loyal followers. Yes, “HospiceTok” videos have racked up more than 600 million views on the platform —and many of them belong to real-life nurse Julie McFadden. The 39-year-old healthcare worker has witnessed many patients … Read more
Chocolate lovers have had their minds blown over a little-known detail about the beloved Kit Kat. The popular choccie treat, which comes in a unique four-finger block you can snap, is famously made up of Nestlé chocolate and wafer. But a resurfaced clip from a 2015 doco that reveals there’s more to the snack bar … Read more
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people stayed at home, and therefore there were more opportunities to spend time eating delicious food. In addition, most gyms and outdoor sports venues were closed due to the pandemic, and therefore many people gained a lot of weight. Yu Jiashan licensed Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner in Southern California, … Read more
A ‘silent-spreader’ STI which can cause infertility is feared to be evolving into a superbug. Mycoplasma genitalium, also known as M. genitalium or M. gen, has become resistant to every antibiotic used to treat it so far. The sexually transmitted infection was first discovered in London in the 1980s — but a test has only been … Read more