Fight or flight. The war in Iran has already caused the cost of plane tickets to rise, experts say. Jet fuel, which accounts for about one-fifth of airlines’ operating expenses, surged a staggering 56% in the days following the initial Feb. 28 US and Israeli strikes on Iran, per CBS News. The Strait of Hormuz, a … Read more
Social media had a field day Saturday when ESPN locked in on adult film star Abella Danger taking in her beloved Miami Hurricanes’ 10-3 victory over Texas A&M in the first round of the College Football Playoff. Abella, a full-time student at Miami, was captured wearing a white cropped top and an orange skirt in … Read more
The Life of a Showgirl allegedly does not include days off or upchucking onstage. Taylor Swift recently revealed that she never took a sick day — or a bare minimum Monday — during her grueling 18-month Eras tour, which she described as the “most exciting, powerful, most challenging thing” she has ever done. “I just … Read more
They’ve got nothing to smile about. Once a Hollywood secret, veneers have become a symbol of aesthetic perfection, seemingly as “basic” as Botox and filler — but botched operations are leaving people in tears, pain and debt. Influencers and celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa and Simon Cowell showcase dazzling, why-are-their-teeth-so-white smiles on the red … Read more
When words fail, an AI-vows generator prevails. Delegating writing duties to artificial intelligence is the ultramodern, if controversial way approximately 25% of today’s sweeties say they’re saving time, stress and money on increasingly costly nuptials. Rather than spending hours pouring their hearts out onto a piece of paper, or blowing big bucks hiring a human … Read more
Get outta here! An audacious new list crowning a Jersey burg one of the best small towns in America suggests its downtown — all but left for dead just decades ago — currently rivals the best NYC has to offer. Chosen by the jet-setting experts at Travel + Leisure, the America’s Best Small Towns 2025 survey chose … Read more
Households in Huntington, Long Island have seen a sizable boost to their incomes since COVID, a new study has revealed, putting the once middle-class town on a new rich list. Between 2020 and 2023, the median household income in the enclave surged by a whopping 22.8%, according to research conducted by GOBankingRates. The company analyzed … Read more
What’s in your gut might just break your heart — literally. For years, doctors have used body mass index (BMI) as the standard tool for measuring obesity and assessing a patient’s risk of developing heart failure. But new research suggests that a simple ratio involving your waistline may be an even better predictor. The best … Read more
Double-jointed? It’s not just a fun party trick. Uber-flexible joints could be a sign of a rare genetic condition that makes you more susceptible to respiratory illnesses and also complicates recovery, experts warned. The good news: There’s an easy test you can do at home to gauge your risk. In most people, hypermobility doesn’t cause … Read more
The path to better heart health might just run through your wrist. Scientists at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine have developed a new way to assess cardiovascular fitness using data from your smartwatch. All it takes is a little math. “The metric we developed looks at how the heart responds to exercise, rather than … Read more
Choosing blue can help you see green. Real estate expert Terry Fisher from We Buy Any Home reveals that painting your front door a specific color can help you sell your home much faster. “First impressions are everything when it comes to property and the color of your front door can significantly impact a potential … Read more
Go with the flow! Harnessing the power of the spleen — a fist-sized organ near the stomach that stores and filters blood — has been shown to enhance athletic performance. When the spleen contracts, it releases stored red blood cells into the bloodstream, improving oxygen delivery to muscles. Researchers from Greece kept the spleen in … Read more
We live in an increasingly screen-filled world, and while most Americans report serious screen fatigue, our modern work and lifestyle habits make bathing in blue light nearly impossible to avoid. In a particularly bleak statistic, researchers surmise the average U.S. adult will spend the equivalent of 44 years of their life staring at screens. A … Read more
As Prince Harry gears up to return to the UK, many are hoping he’ll be reunited with his father, but one royal expert believes peace talks won’t come easy. On Wednesday, the WellChild Awards in London confirmed on Instagram that the Duke of Sussex is the guest of honor for the annual event on Sept. … Read more
A perfect 10? British clinical psychologist Kirren Schnack is sharing 10 simple ways to quickly reduce tension and anxiety. Schnack wrote the book “Ten Times Calmer: Beat Anxiety and Change Your Life,” which came out in January. In a June TikTok, she recommended holding yourself tightly, singing, humming or chanting, counting backward from 100, massaging … Read more
They’re going for gold — but making a whole bunch of silver in the process. A number of high-profile Olympic athletes are joining OnlyFans, saying the steamy subscription site is an easy way to rake in extra cash. British diver Jack Laugher — who is competing at the 2024 Paris Games — sent sports lovers … Read more
She’s gotten Brooklyn to make some noise — and plenty of laughter. Now, the Park Slope comedian Claire Berger is here to make you think, and perhaps to inspire your next career move .Last month, the comedian and improvisational actress released her first book, the self-published “How Much Is Enough? Getting More By Living With … Read more
Here’s a new way to burn calories. A North Carolina woman says she lost 110 pounds in 15 months after undergoing an experimental heat procedure to reduce her food cravings. “I feel like I look like the Mary Morgan that’s in my brain,” Mary Morgan Mills, 34, of Raleigh, told FOX 5 Atlanta last week. … Read more
Rory McIlroy isn’t letting the drama in his personal life impact his golf game. McIlroy got off to a strong start at the PGA Championship on Thursday morning at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky. McIlroy, who confirmed he was divorcing wife Erica Stoll after seven years of marriage earlier this week, birdied No. 10 … Read more
At this Trader Joe’s, the line is never long. On Tuesday, the grocery store chain opened a grab-and-go store near its Union Square location at the site of what was once the beloved Trader Joe’s Wine Shop. Called Trader Joe’s Pronto, it will offer affordable, lunch-friendly options for those looking to grab a quick bite … Read more