No, your house isn’t haunted by ghosts — spooky experts reveal simple explanation for things that go bump in the night

No, your house isn’t haunted by ghosts — spooky experts reveal simple explanation for things that go bump in the night

Hear comes trouble.  Ghosts in the attic or goblins in the basement are not responsible for paranormal activity, claims a new April 2026 study, which blames a home’s old pipes for those things that go bump in the night.  It’s just the rickety plumbing that’s humming.  Scientists have determined that ghosts and demons are, in fact, … Read more

LIV Golf announcer calls shutdown noise surrounding league ‘nonsense’

LIV Golf announcer calls shutdown noise surrounding league ‘nonsense’

LIV Golf commentator David Feherty is writing off talk about the rebel league’s possible shutdown.  With rumors swirling about LIV’s coming demise, Feherty opened the golf league’s first-round broadcast from Mexico City on Thursday with some strong words.  “I’ve been in the professional game for 50 years now and I don’t think I’ve ever had … Read more

Rare type of dementia makes man cry happy tears for bizarre reason — plus his other unique symptoms

Rare type of dementia makes man cry happy tears for bizarre reason — plus his other unique symptoms

Dementia often affects memory, thinking, behavior and daily functioning — now, a new case study reveals a novel symptom that shouldn’t be overlooked. Nearly 7 million Americans and more than 55 million people worldwide are living with dementia, an umbrella term that describes several progressive disorders that impact memory and cognition. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common … Read more

Dear Abby: My mother-in-law snubbed me from her will

Dear Abby:  My mother-in-law snubbed me from her will

DEAR ABBY: I have been happily married to my husband for 35 years. My mother-in-law just drafted her will and is passing her entire estate to him, with it being split equally among our three adult kids if he were to pass away before her. She was asked to name a beneficiary if all four … Read more

Tony Romo makes inexplicable noise during Chiefs-Bills showdown

Tony Romo makes inexplicable noise during Chiefs-Bills showdown

What was that? Tony Romo, lead NFL analyst for CBS, raised some eyebrows during the first quarter of the Chiefs-Bills game when he was heard grunting on the broadcast on Sunday. The former Cowboys quarterback, who was explaining a defensive holding call on Bills cornerback Cole Bishop, pointed out two potential infractions on the replay … Read more

Roommate using blender at dawn ignites viral debate

Roommate using blender at dawn ignites viral debate

A man fed up by his roommate’s 5:30 a.m. smoothie habit garnered overwhelming support on the internet from people sympathetic to his dilemma — and his clever way of trying to deal with it. The man, who shared in a Reddit post that he’s 30 years old and from Melbourne, Australia, took to the platform … Read more

The absolute ‘worst city in America’ to get good sleep is minutes away from NYC — and the Big Apple isn’t far behind

The absolute ‘worst city in America’ to get good sleep is minutes away from NYC — and the Big Apple isn’t far behind

Wanna wake up in the city that doesn’t sleep? Then you’ll have to leave NYC.  Newark, New Jersey — a bustling metropolis mere minutes outside of Manhattan — now ranks as the No.1, absolute “worst city” in America for a good night’s sleep, per a new report.  It’s a local locale that’s been bested by the rest.  … Read more

The 7 best white noise machines we swear by for uninterrupted sleep

The 7 best white noise machines we swear by for uninterrupted sleep

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. In desperate need of the best white noise machines? I’ve been there and have spent several hours of my life weighing my options between machines before making a wish upon … Read more

Exclusive | I had ‘no burp syndrome’ — these were my surprising symptoms, including a weird noise when I’d kiss guys

Exclusive | I had ‘no burp syndrome’ — these were my surprising symptoms, including a weird noise when I’d kiss guys

It was un-frog-ettable. Isabelle Zeidner, 23, first realized something was off with her body when she was 9 or 10 years old. Her head colds were plagued by a lot of saliva — and gurgling noises that resembled toad croaks. “I just remember that was, like, really weird,” the Manhattanite told The Post about her … Read more

The ‘hearing loss generation’ is younger than you think — that’s why it’s important to follow the 60/60 rule

The ‘hearing loss generation’ is younger than you think — that’s why it’s important to follow the 60/60 rule

Millennials are the “hearing loss generation” — you heard it here first. Some 1.1 billion young people are at risk of permanent hearing loss, the World Health Organization warns. One study suggested that 10% of millennials — those born between 1981 and 1996 — already have some degree of hearing loss. “Millennials — the generation … Read more

Exclusive | Quiet, please! Check out 5 great secret NYC escapes where you can calm the nonstop city noise

Exclusive | Quiet, please! Check out 5 great secret NYC escapes where you can calm the nonstop city noise

In a city that’s never quiet, serenity can feel like a unicorn — mythical, rare and definitely not found on a subway platform at rush hour. But for noise-fried New Yorkers, a handful of hush-hush hideaways are serving up peace and quiet like it’s bottle service — but without the hefty price tag. Shush hour: These … Read more

‘Seedy’ sex festival sparks noise complaints as 1000 swingers descend on sleepy town for 3-day event: ‘Loud moaning sounds’

‘Seedy’ sex festival sparks noise complaints as 1000 swingers descend on sleepy town for 3-day event: ‘Loud moaning sounds’

Come one, come all. Kinky revellers have descended on a sleepy English village for the country’s biggest annual swingers festival, sparking noise complaints from conservative locals outraged by ear-splitting orgasms. Swingathon is taking place this weekend in the town of Allington, two hours north of London, and has attracted around 1000 amorous attendees. That’s more … Read more

Where you should sit in a restaurant, on a plane and even on a bus to prevent hearing loss

Where you should sit in a restaurant, on a plane and even on a bus to prevent hearing loss

Here’s to better hearing! Hearing loss is a common problem that affects about 15% of US adults, or roughly 40 million Americans. It can vary from mild to severe and stem from several different causes. Presbycusis is the gradual decline in hearing that occurs with age. Natural changes in the inner ear, middle ear and … Read more

Bill Belichick addresses ‘outside noise’ after Jordon Hudson controversies

Bill Belichick addresses ‘outside noise’ after Jordon Hudson controversies

Bill Belichick said “it is what it is” as far as any noise outside of football is concerned. Speaking Tuesday during a press conference, the first-year North Carolina football coach seemed nonchalant as he took questions from the media about his personal life, which includes 24-year-old girlfriend Jordon Hudson, and the fallout from his disastrous … Read more

Can sound waves help you lose weight? This technique may trick fat cells

Can sound waves help you lose weight? This technique may trick fat cells

Forget fad diets and sketchy supplements, your favorite song might be the key to staying thin.  In a new study, Japanese researchers found that acoustic sound waves can influence how our cells behave — including halting fat development. “Since sound is non-material, acoustic stimulation is a tool that is non-invasive, safe and immediate, and will … Read more

NY-based influencer shares surprising ‘food noise’ tip that helps both at and away from the gym

NY-based influencer shares surprising ‘food noise’ tip that helps both at and away from the gym

A 26-year-old Aussie expat in New York has found a surprising way to double her income. By working with a personal trainer who also acts as her mindset coach, she’s managed to reduce “food noise,” gain more mental clarity, and improve her overall productivity in the process. Caitlin Emiko, a TikTok Strategist and Marketing Specialist, … Read more

Exclusive | NYC restaurants are too loud — so this New Yorker is trying to make decibel levels public

Exclusive | NYC restaurants are too loud — so this New Yorker is trying to make decibel levels public

He’s making a racket with this noise complaint. A retiree enraged by clamorous cafes and rambunctious restaurants has started a petition to have Big Apple eateries publicly post their decibel levels so those looking for quiet can make informed decisions about where to dine. “Good food and bad conversation is a lousy meal,” Howard Davis, … Read more

Why you hear your heartbeat when you lay on your pillow — and the sign it could be a health issue

Why you hear your heartbeat when you lay on your pillow — and the sign it could be a health issue

If you hear a strange thumping while laying in bed from time to time, don’t be alarmed! A Detroit-based physician says it’s fairly common to occasionally hear your heartbeat when lying on your side, especially if you’re in a very quiet room. Dr. Anthony Youn, a board-certified plastic surgeon, says the whooshing sound could be … Read more

London officials crack down on pub after neighbor complains of noise, laughter: ‘They woke me up again’

London officials crack down on pub after neighbor complains of noise, laughter: ‘They woke me up again’

A pub in central London has been slapped with a list of new noise rules — after a neighbor complained the sound of “laughter” was keeping them up. The Globe, located near Baker Street station, was hauled before Westminster Licensing Committee after a local applied for its closing time to be changed from 12 a.m. … Read more

Colts owner Jim Irsay fires back at Bill Belichick’s piped-in crowd noise dig

Colts owner Jim Irsay fires back at Bill Belichick’s piped-in crowd noise dig

Bill Belichick drew the ire of Colts owner Jim Irsay. Belichick was in his customary role as a guest on the first half of “ManningCast,” ESPN’s simulcast of “Monday Night Football” with Peyton and Eli Manning, as the Chiefs were facing the Saints. Peyton gave Belichick a golden opportunity to revisit the old Colts-Patriots rivalry … Read more