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Illuminating research reveals the surprising way people become narcissists — and whether it’s reversible

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Illuminating research reveals the surprising way people become narcissists — and whether it’s reversible

It seems that a—holes are born, not made. Groundbreaking data suggest that narcissism may be determined more by people’s genes than their environment, as is popularly believed, per a study in the journal Social Psychological and Personality Science. “We found that parents’ and children’s narcissism scores were correlated, but this association was entirely genetically driven,” … Read more

Ex-Sen. Ben Sasse laments how people have ‘stopped making babies’

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Ex-Sen. Ben Sasse laments how people have ‘stopped making babies’

Former Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse lamented how current generations have “stopped having babies” despite living in a richer world. “What in the world is happening with the natalism crisis?” Sasse asked on “60 Minutes Overtime” Sunday. “All across the industrialized, rich world, people have just stopped having babies in the last couple of decades.” Sasse … Read more

Mike Francesa not happy with what people were saying about mysterious podcast absence: ‘All you crazies’

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Mike Francesa not happy with what people were saying about mysterious podcast absence: ‘All you crazies’

No need to call the College of Sports Cardinals because the Sports Pope has not gone anywhere.  Mike Francesa returned to his eponymous podcast this week after a two-week absence that led to wild speculation, including some online users wondering about his health.  However, the longtime WFAN personality revealed he had simply been away due … Read more

Coachella star targets American Jews in most outrageous comment yet: ‘Black people during slavery’

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Coachella star targets American Jews in most outrageous comment yet: ‘Black people during slavery’

Julian Casablancas, the frontman of the iconic band The Strokes, ignited a firestorm on social media this week after claiming that “American Zionists” act like “they are Black people during slavery” in a controversial interview that’s now blowing up online. “Well it’s been nice having a career,” Casablancas quipped before dropping the remark during an … Read more

How much ‘alone time’ do you actually need when vacationing with people?

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How much ‘alone time’ do you actually need when vacationing with people?

Nearly three-quarters of Americans claim to be “the perfect roommate” on vacation (73%), according to new research on “vacation compatibility.” Conducted by Talker Research for Club Wyndham, the survey of 2,000 people found that even the most compatible travelers say they still need time and space to themselves. The average respondent wants two hours a … Read more

Vogue goes shockingly size inclusive for this year’s Met Gala-timed costume show — featuring pregnant people, plus size models and dwarves

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Vogue goes shockingly size inclusive for this year’s Met Gala-timed costume show — featuring pregnant people, plus size models and dwarves

Vogue’s upcoming exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art promises to be bigger than ever. Astonishing new photos from the upcoming “Costume Art” show — timed to the eagerly anticipated Met Gala on May 4 — reveal an array of wild designs, hanging on an eyebrow-raising collection of supersized mannequins. Instead of relying on the traditional … Read more

Mystery of NJ neighborhood with ‘crazy high percentage’ of people with cancer — including 28 on one street

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Mystery of NJ neighborhood with ‘crazy high percentage’ of people with cancer — including 28 on one street

When one former Keyport, NJ, resident started keeping tabs of all the cancer diagnoses on and around his childhood street, the numbers were “freaking snowballing.” In recent interviews with NJ.com, Rusty Morris, 46, recounted how he’d collected the names of so many neighbors that he eventually created a map, marking the houses with red X’s … Read more

Boyfriend proposes with 100 pounds of gravel — and people are praising him for it

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Boyfriend proposes with 100 pounds of gravel — and people are praising him for it

Anything to save a dollar. In today’s economy, spending thousands on an engagement ring is not feasbile for some. So to save money and show his creative side, one boyfriend instead proposed to his lady with 100 pounds of sapphire gravel — and people are praising him for it. Shared in the r/Gemstones Reddit forum, … Read more

Exclusive | Facialist to the stars, husband accused of creepy Scientology monitoring and ‘toxic’ behavior by staff: ‘Worst people I’ve ever met’

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Exclusive | Facialist to the stars, husband accused of creepy Scientology monitoring and ‘toxic’ behavior by staff: ‘Worst people I’ve ever met’

Scoring a spot at NYC’s upcoming Met Gala is just the beginning for boldfacers and A-listers lucky enough to be included in the top social event of the spring season, held on May 6 this year.  What follows the sought-after invite is months of preparation. There are fittings to attend at top ateliers, high-priced hotel … Read more

Kevin Kisner sorry after he ‘pissed some people off’ with evisceration of CBS’ Masters coverage

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Kevin Kisner sorry after he ‘pissed some people off’ with evisceration of CBS’ Masters coverage

Kevin Kisner’s passionate feelings about CBS’ Masters coverage may have been shared by fans — but those in his golf broadcasting orbit did not seem to appreciate. Kisner, the lead golf voice for NBC, apologized for his strong comments about some issues CBS had on Sunday during the final round at Augusta as Rory McIlroy claimed … Read more

Exclusive | Gen Z and parents favor old-school tech like iPods and digital cameras for a simpler, less plugged-in life: ‘People are just sick of it’

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Exclusive | Gen Z and parents favor old-school tech like iPods and digital cameras for a simpler, less plugged-in life: ‘People are just sick of it’

They’re tossing tech to the trash and seizing a retro reboot. Gen Zers are ditching sleek smartphones and algorithm-fed apps for vintage flip phones, once-coveted iPods, digital cameras, even typewriters — and jump-starting a simpler, less plugged-in life.  And parents are scooping up retro tech for their children, too, as a way to preserve family … Read more

Outrageous $25 pizza slice at Coachella is allegedly making people seriously ill: ‘Pukechella’

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Outrageous pizza slice at Coachella is allegedly making people seriously ill: ‘Pukechella’

It’s not just the beats that are sick. Justin Bieber’s lazy performance is apparently not the only thing making Coachella attendees’ stomachs turn. Revelers claim they have fallen ill after attending the 2026 music fest this past weekend with many blaming their gastrointestinal issues on the “overpriced” pizza at the vendor Spicy Pie, per viral … Read more

There’s a ‘very clear’ reason why some people live to 100 — and others don’t

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There’s a ‘very clear’ reason why some people live to 100 — and others don’t

The age-old fixation. Hitting 100 rotations around the sun is no small feat, with just an estimated 101,000 centenarians, representing 0.03% of the US population. New research, though, may have cracked the code for why some live to triple digits, and others don’t. While very few live to 100, a new study has found a … Read more

Cheap drug already on the market may improve autism symptoms — for certain people

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Cheap drug already on the market may improve autism symptoms — for certain people

This news isn’t hard to swallow. Researchers at Yale University have identified a low-cost prescription drug already on the market that could help ease symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in some people. And if you’re thinking it’s leucovorin — a vitamin B–derived drug hyped as a possible remedy — you’d be wrong. Approximately 1 … Read more

Most Americans are using AI — but people are sick and tired of hearing about it: survey

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Most Americans are using AI — but people are sick and tired of hearing about it: survey

The fatigue is setting in — according to a new survey, a majority of Americans are now using AI to some degree, but 54% are “getting tired of hearing” about the budding technology. The poll of 2,000 US adults found 46% believe AI is everywhere and is nearly impossible to escape. A further 29% see … Read more

Exclusive | Summer’s coming and these people are miserable about it — but not for the reasons you’d expect

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Exclusive | Summer’s coming and these people are miserable about it — but not for the reasons you’d expect

After a punishing winter of arctic temperatures and a record-breaking blizzard, most of us are ready to shed our outer layers — and soak up the sun’s rays. Not Sophia Marren. Day drinking on the patio with pals? Not for her. Beach plans on a sun-drenched Saturday? No thanks. Sophia Marren isn’t a fan of summer … Read more

We’re pica specialists — the weirdest non-food items we’ve seen people eat

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We’re pica specialists — the weirdest non-food items we’ve seen people eat

You are what you eat — and for those with pica, that can be downright dangerous.  Perhaps most famously seen on TLC’s reality show “My Strange Addiction,” the eating disorder drives people to consume things you’d never find on a menu.  And no, we’re not talking about the time your toddler snuck a bite of … Read more

Exclusive | Doctors dismissed my agonizing symptoms for years — my misunderstood condition affects 190M people

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Exclusive | Doctors dismissed my agonizing symptoms for years — my misunderstood condition affects 190M people

Most people go through life dreading a serious diagnosis and surgery. I spent my formative years begging for both.  At 30, while my peers were advancing their careers and growing their families, I couldn’t shower without vomiting from the strain it put on my body.  I couldn’t pull up my underwear or tie my shoes … Read more

Happier and healthier people do these 6 things every day, says wellness expert

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Happier and healthier people do these 6 things every day, says wellness expert

The goal for most people is to live a long and happy life. There are several habits that happy and healthy people observe as they age, according to behavioral scientist and happiness expert Arthur Brooks, professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School in Boston. In a recent appearance on Dr. Rhonda Patrick’s FoundMyFitness … Read more

Trapped in a ‘situationship’? Experts reveal why people stay in the complicated relationships

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Trapped in a ‘situationship’? Experts reveal why people stay in the complicated relationships

First, there was Big and Carrie in Sex and the City, then Fleabag and the “Hot Priest” in Fleabag, and who can forget Hannah and Adam from Girls? Each was in a “situationship” – that is, they/aren’t they, on-again/off-again complex relationship – or rather “situationship.” Relationships therapist Amanda Lambros tells Body+Soul a situationship is a romantic or … Read more