A Texas woman who just turned 105 attributes her long life to “the good Lord.” While Blynda Vidock’s faith may have played an important role in her longevity, the Baytown resident has also followed many of the habits that experts say can contribute to a longer, healthier life. “The good Lord put me here for so … Read more
Squash the stink and get out. Americans spend an average of 16.1 minutes in the shower, according to the numbers — but that’s entirely too long, according to one expert. Dr. Pablo Pereira-Doel, an environmental scientist at England’s University of Surrey, recently stated that people really only need three measly minutes to get squeaky clean. Dr. … Read more
Tennis fans’ patience reached a breaking point this week with the influencer craze that the U.S. Open has leaned into this year to bring more eyes to the sport. Various photos and videos went viral of fans shaming several influencers who disrupted Naomi Osaka’s Monday night match against Anastasia Zakharova at Arthur Ashe Stadium, forcing the chair … Read more
He’s living the summer of George. Long Islander Michael Nicosia has become the area’s most desirable bachelor — by enjoying his own personal version of George Costanza’s classic “Seinfeld” reverse-psychology pickup line: “I’m unemployed, and I live with my parents.” “I’m not joking when I say over 100 women wanted to go on a date … Read more
SeatGeek is the official music concert Ticketing Partner of the New York Post. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Everything is going right for Stella Lefty. The breakout star just opened for Mumford and Sons, her smash single … Read more
If you want to lose weight, you’ve got options, from medications like GLP-1s to apps like Noom. But an ancient — thousands of years old — diet could trump them in one big way. With it, people eat highger-quality food over time, which research suggests keeps weight down for longer. The Mediterranean diet emphasizes whole foods. … Read more
Hut, Hut, Bite! Pizza Hut is ditching “pizza,” at least for now. The popular pizza chain announced Wednesday that it will be dropping “pizza” from its name to go simply by “hut.” The temporary change coincides with the start of the 2026 NFL season. “You can just call us HUT for the next 25 weeks,” … Read more
Say hello to cowabunga culture. Nearly 65 years ago, America’s first water park was created and home to over 250 acres deep in the Mojave desert. Right off I-15, its remote location proved to be a spot where kids across California drove hundreds of miles for a chance to drift down one of 10 waterslides. … Read more
It keeps him on his toes. A Long Island ballroom-dance instructor doesn’t know the meaning of de-feet — running six marathons barefoot, including four in New York City. “I do get, periodically, a little shard of glass or something in my foot, and what I say is that that’s what the bib pins are for,” … Read more
If you’re in Los Angeles and looking for a fun spot to sip, mingle, and soak up some sunshine — you might want to head south to Long Beach. The Southern California city’s beer gardens, breweries, and breezy patios put it at the top of a new ranking of America’s best cities for outdoor socializing. … Read more
The Suffolk County Department of Health (SCDHS) announced three potential cases of an illness known as “rabbit fever.” The highly infectious bacterial disease tularemia is known to spread through tick and deerfly bites, as well as through infected rabbits, hares and rodents. While the disease is rare, four cases were reported in 2024, the highest … Read more
For the first time, Bourbon virus has been confirmed in New York. The disease, which has only ever been confirmed six times, sent a 67-year-old Suffolk County man to the hospital and has killed two others. Experts say there are likely more cases of the tick-borne virus that haven’t been identified. Lone star tick adult … Read more
A four-hour wait and a pricey fast-pass lane aren’t just for Magic Kingdom anymore — it’s the new Saturday night at the Jersey Shore. Divey but beloved beach town bars such as The Parker House, Osprey, Jenks and D’Jais, once flooded by locals wanting to slug back a beer while listening to a cover band’s … Read more
movie review SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY Running time: 145 minutes. Rated PG-13 (sequences of action/violence and some language). In theaters July 31. The entire world has forgotten about Peter Parker. However, back in our reality, the planet has definitely not blanked on “Spider-Man.” Even taking into account the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s crises in recent years, … Read more
The breathtaking Italian Dolomites have become the latest victim of overtourism, with hundreds of visitors cramming onto mountain trails and waiting in snaking lines just to snap the same picture. One video shared on Instagram shows a seemingly endless single-file line winding through the mountains as tourists wait for their chance to reach the Tre … Read more
To live like the Sports Pope costs a pretty penny. Legendary ex-WFAN host Mike Francesa’s Long Island home sold for $7.5 million, according to Newsday, with a Zillow listing matching the property’s description stating the transaction happened Wednesday. Francesa, 72, made a nice profit on the sale, having purchased the Manhasset residence for $5.2 million … Read more
It’s scenes from an Italian living room. Long Island rockstar and Billy Joel collaborator Mike DelGuidice opened a concert hall that’s become a home away from home, featuring his family piano, furniture, and a touching section dedicated to his late dog and “best friend,” Max. “I really wanted this to be a family,” DelGuidice told … Read more
It hit all the high notes. President Trump moved hell and high water to ensure Long Islander opera star Christopher Macchio got his moment to shine in storm-battered DC for the nation’s 250th birthday, the touted tenor told The Post. Macchio, known as “America’s Tenor,” was set to perform on the National Mall on July … Read more
A woman turning 100 says the secret to her long life is “marmalade and 40 cigarettes a day.” Margaret Ham, 99, will be celebrating the milestone birthday on Saturday, June 27. Despite still smoking around 20 to 40 cigarettes a day, Margaret “hobbles and potters” around her home independently. Her granddaughter Rachael Matthews, 47, said … Read more
New Yorkers are about to see another long line. For the first time ever, the South African-born chain Nando’s will set foot in the Big Apple. And our friends from across the pond are calling it an answer to a prayer. Wildly popular in the UK, the Empire State will officially get a taste of … Read more