Well, this doesn’t sock. At long last, the Travel Security Administration (TSA) appears to be rolling back one of its most-hated airport security rules. As of July 7, according to an internal memo reported on by numerous travel industry sources, passengers will no longer be required to remove their shoes at agency checkpoints. Shoe, baby, … Read more
They frown on this kind of relation-ship. Landing a man in uniform on the high seas might sound like the ultimate maritime fantasy, but one cruise ship employee revealed that’s unlikely to happen. The reason: Flirting with passengers could potentially get crew members booted from the vessel. Luke Osey, a professional magician who has worked … Read more
Cut the clap! The confused and proud mom of a kindergartner went viral on social media after posting a video from her child’s graduation ceremony where parents were forced to withhold their applause — or most of it, anyway. In the confusing clip dubbed “dystopian” by viewers, attendees were compelled to conform to a strange standard, … Read more
Another day, another airline rule change. Starting June 3, United Airlines will require domestic travelers to check in at least 45 minutes before departure — syncing the carrier up with Delta and American, who have already done the same. Those who flout the new flying law run the risk of having their trip plans run aground. … Read more
Marie Kondo sparked joy — but this new method might just spark your gag reflex. A foul-sounding — but weirdly freeing — decluttering method is taking over social media, and people are swearing it’s the s–t. Literally. Dubbed the “poop rule,” it’s exactly what it sounds like. “The poop rule is simple: while decluttering, ask … Read more
Reaganomics. MTV. Power suits and shoulder pads. The ‘80s were loud, proud — and surprisingly healthy at the dinner table. That’s according to Jodi Velazquez, an award-winning author, television co-host and mom on a mission, whose new book “Know the Enemy: Preventing Weight Gain, Diabetes & Disease” makes the case for reviving vintage nutrition. The … Read more
Every step counts when it comes to your health — but a new study suggests hitting a specific number every day could lower your risk of cancer. And no, it’s not 10,000. Turns out, that magic number we’ve all been chasing wasn’t discovered in a lab. It was actually dreamed up in the 1960s as … Read more
On Wednesday, the Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to weaken limits on some harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water roughly a year after the Biden administration finalized the first-ever national standards. The Biden administration said last year the rules could reduce PFAS exposure for millions of people. It was part of a broader push by … Read more
Vaping on planes can be a bit of a cloudy issue for some people who question whether flight passengers can get away with using e-cigarettes in the bathroom. One Reddit user took to the forum “r/flightattendants” to ask others, “Do you guys know when passengers vape in the bathroom?” The post garnered an array of … Read more
One year, my step-dad thought he had stumbled upon the most utterly perfect Mother’s Day gift. He wasn’t known for his gift-giving abilities, often racing to the shops the day before and grabbing the first thing he could find. But on this Mother’s Day, when my brother and I were still in primary school, my step-dad swore he … Read more
Think twice before dropping that cash — your future self will thank you. A budgeting hack known as the “1% rule” is gaining traction for helping people pump the brakes on pricey, impulsive purchases — and it’s so simple, even your most shop-happy friend could use it. If you’re eyeing a non-essential splurge — say, … Read more
Let’s get physical. Penn Badgley made headlines in 2023 when the “Gossip Girl” alum, 38, spoke out against sex scenes and revealed he’d asked the “You” creators to cut back on them. However, in the fifth and final season, which is now streaming, his character, Joe Goldberg, steams up the screen several times. Penn Badgley … Read more
It’s fashion math. The 7-point outfit hack is catching fire — helping many level up their looks — and wear what’s already in their closet — without breaking a sweat. Here’s how it works: each clothing item and accessory gets a point value. The simpler the clothing item, the fewer points it has. So basics, … Read more
She thought the crewmember was a real knit-wit. An airline passenger named Brittany was flabbergasted after a crewmember told her to stop knitting even though it didn’t violate any aviation rules. A video detailing the flight attendant’s alleged fabric-ated regulation currently boasts over 500,000 views on TikTok. “Was hoping to finish knitting my sock on … Read more
The content creator dubbed “Australia’s most sexually active woman” has revealed she and her fiancé’s unusual bedroom arrangement. Annie Knight announced her engagement to Henry Brayshaw last month after a fancy dinner in Los Angeles where Mr Brayshaw wrote the message “Will you marry me?” on a dessert dish. But the couple, who dated over a decade … Read more
They were floored by the results. Everyone’s picked up food fast to prevent contamination — but is this method tried and true or merely an old wives’ tale? A Chicago microbiologist has put the so-called “five-second rule” to the test to scientifically gauge if it’s safe to eat food that’s fallen on the floor, as … Read more
Talk about living the life. This woman and her husband live on a cruise ship for free — but there’s a catch. Cruise ship living has been a part of Christine Kesteloo’s life for many years. She had the title of cruise director for many years and now accompanies her husband, who works as a … Read more
A mom of four, Jeri-Leah, has a unique style of parenting, claiming in numerous TikTok posts that her only house rule is that there are NO rules. This means limitless snacks and screen time and no obligation to help with chores whatsoever. A recent clip she posted about her policy has attracted 10 million views and 16.5k comments because, as you … Read more
The director Geremy Jasper begins his new musical in such a bombastic manner, complete with a mock-spaghetti western score, that it’s hard not to be at least intrigued. What is this cinematic U.F.O.? We are, we quickly learn, in a postapocalyptic future in which a certain Plutonovich (Murray Bartlett, from “The White Lotus”) rules the … Read more
Budgeting is one of the most common ways to manage your money — or lack of it — but how do you know which method is the right one for you? “As with any budget, how you allocate your income depends on your personal financial situation. The key is to create a budget you’ll actually … Read more