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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’

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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

‘Allergic’ to your office? You might have ‘sick building syndrome’

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‘Allergic’ to your office? You might have ‘sick building syndrome’

This kind of “sick time” is no work perk. Since the term was coined in the early 1980s by the World Health Organization, “sick building syndrome” (SBS) has been used to describe the array of irritating symptoms some people feel when inside certain buildings, from headaches and fatigue to nausea and brain fog. It’s a … 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

Sick bride saved by nurse bridesmaids who hook her up to IV before ‘I do’

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Sick bride saved by nurse bridesmaids who hook her up to IV before ‘I do’

A bride struck down with food poisoning on her big day was saved by her nurse bridesmaids – who hooked her up to an IV while she had her hair and make-up done. Myka la Viña, 31, had been out for dinner with her husband-to-be, John Paul Basa, 37, a nurse, and eight friends the … Read more

Gypsy Rose slammed for ‘sick’ joke about murdered mom — but fans stand behind her: ‘She was raised by a POS’

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Gypsy Rose slammed for ‘sick’ joke about murdered mom — but fans stand behind her: ‘She was raised by a POS’

It was a dead serious joke. Murderess Gypsy Rose made a joke about killing her mom on TikTok — and it didn’t land well Murder is rarely a laughing matter. But the graveness of the crime didn’t stop Gypsy Rose Blanchard — the Missouri woman who pleaded guilty to the stabbing death of her mother — from taking … Read more

You’ve probably ignored this superfood your entire life — how to eat it so you don’t get sick

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You’ve probably ignored this superfood your entire life — how to eat it so you don’t get sick

It’s shooting its shot at stardom. Adding power-packed foods to your daily diet can seriously boost your health, from promoting a balanced gut to providing disease-fighting antioxidants. While no single food can provide all the health and nutritional benefits we need, items like fermented foods, blueberries, avocados and nuts have long been powerhouse staples of … Read more

Grocery store receipt from 1997 reveals just how cheap American life used to be: ‘Makes me sick to my stomach’

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Grocery store receipt from 1997 reveals just how cheap American life used to be: ‘Makes me sick to my stomach’

A grocery store receipt from 1997 shows just how much prices of everyday items have skyrocketed in less than three decades. TikTok user Zoe Dippel shared the shockingly low costs in a viral video after a family member found the proof of purchase in a box of mementos. “$155 for all of this!” one of … Read more

I forced my kids to buy McDonald’s with their Christmas cash — then social media trolls labeled me a ‘sick f- -k’

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I forced my kids to buy McDonald’s with their Christmas cash — then social media trolls labeled me a ‘sick f- -k’

For imbuing her children with a few chicken nuggets of wisdom, Kate King is getting deep-fried online.  On January 2, just days after “spoiling” son Louie, 8, and daughter Arna, 5, with heaps of holiday gifts, monies and treats, the married mom and homeschooler, from London, told her tots that if they wanted McDonald’s for lunch, they’d have … Read more

Dear Abby: My son chose Disneyland over his sick aunt

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Dear Abby: My son chose Disneyland over his sick aunt

DEAR ABBY: My sister recently became very ill and had to be hospitalized for four days. When I called and told our daughter, she was concerned and supportive. Then, I called our son, “Isaac,” and left a message to please call me because it was important. He did not return my call.  A couple days … Read more

Medical expert reveals best seat on a plane to avoid getting sick

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Medical expert reveals best seat on a plane to avoid getting sick

Americans nationwide are getting ready to travel for the Christmas and holiday season, with many flying to see friends and loved ones. A record 3.1 million travelers were screened by the TSA on the Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend — and even more are expected over Christmas. But with crowded airports and packed planes, it’s easy for illness to … Read more

Sick with a cold? Doctors warn that favorite comfort foods could make you feel worse

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Sick with a cold? Doctors warn that favorite comfort foods could make you feel worse

As we approach winter — and all the illnesses that come with this time of year — many Americans are looking for proactive measures to protect their health. Between loading up on citrus fruits and eating fresh vegetables, it’s worthwhile to build up a healthy immune system to protect against germs. But when you’re hit with a … Read more

George Kittle rips rare Pokémon pack after 49ers’ blowout win: ‘That was sick’

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George Kittle rips rare Pokémon pack after 49ers’ blowout win: ‘That was sick’

George Kittle went from hauling in passes on Sunday to trying to catch Pokémon. Just after the 49ers blew out the Browns at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, San Francisco kicker Matt Gay recruited Kittle on the team plane ride home to help him open up a rare, first edition fossil set. The packs can … Read more

I’m a doctor — what to do if someone sneezes or coughs on you so you don’t get sick

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I’m a doctor — what to do if someone sneezes or coughs on you so you don’t get sick

How rude. With cold and flu season underway, one would hope others would be considerate enough to cough and sneeze into the crook of their elbow, slowing down the spread of contagious droplets into the air nearby. Unfortunately, we can’t control other people’s gross behavior — so if the worst does happen and you’ve gotten … Read more

Terry Bradshaw went home sick from Fox pregame show

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Terry Bradshaw went home sick from Fox pregame show

Terry Bradshaw said he missed “Fox NFL Sunday” show due to a cold. The 77-year-old Fox Sports NFL analyst assured fans that all is “good” after his absence in Week 11 stirred buzz online. “Just incase you notice, won’t be on Fox today. Just have a cold. All good,” Bradshaw wrote in an Instagram post. Terry … Read more

I’m an allergist — 4 things in your home you don’t realize are making you sick

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I’m an allergist — 4 things in your home you don’t realize are making you sick

Perhaps it’s time to dust off your shelf-care routine. Around 80 million Americans — about one-quarter of adults and nearly 20% of children — suffer from seasonal allergies. These spring snifflers experience a reaction to airborne substances such as pollen from trees, grasses and weeds. Unfortunately, it’s possible to endure year-round nasal congestion, coughing and … Read more

‘Hunting Wives’ cast got sick before sex scenes, Brittany Snow reveals — here’s why

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‘Hunting Wives’ cast got sick before sex scenes, Brittany Snow reveals — here’s why

The “Hunting Wives” stars fell prey to this candy. Before filming sex scenes together, co-stars Brittany Snow and Malin Akerman actually got ill. “There were so many mints on that set,” Snow, 39, revealed while on the “Not Skinny But Not Fat” podcast. “To the point where we got, both of us got sick.” Brittany Snow on the … Read more

Johnny Depp recalls Tim Burton making ‘huge sacrifices’ for him when daughter Lily-Rose got sick during ‘Sweeney Todd’

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Johnny Depp recalls Tim Burton making ‘huge sacrifices’ for him when daughter Lily-Rose got sick during ‘Sweeney Todd’

Johnny Depp is praising longtime collaborator Tim Burton. The actor, 62, recalled how the filmmaker, 67, made accommodations for him to continue filming “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” in 2007 despite his daughter’s illness. At the time, Lily-Rose Depp was 7 years old and had developed a form of kidney failure. Johnny … Read more

Sick New World festival announces 2026 Vegas and Texas lineups. Get tickets

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Sick New World festival announces 2026 Vegas and Texas lineups. Get tickets

Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. The Sick New World Festival is looking healthier than ever. For the first time ever, the annual nü-metal extravaganza expanded to a … Read more

Dear Abby: I became a full-time caretaker for my wife’s sick uncle — but she won’t lift a finger to help

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Dear Abby: I became a full-time caretaker for my wife’s sick uncle — but she won’t lift a finger to help

DEAR ABBY: I have read your column for 40 years. Now I have an issue. I have been taking care of my wife’s uncle for the last two years. He had a stroke, and I became a certified nursing assistant. I stay home and take care of him 24/7. My wife does not help. Recently, … Read more

Boss slammed by non-Americans for their response to employee’s sick day request: ‘That sounds terrible’

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Boss slammed by non-Americans for their response to employee’s sick day request: ‘That sounds terrible’

An employee proudly posted her boss’s response to her sick day request — and the non-American people of the internet had a lot to say about it. Ley Sabandal lives and works in the Philippines but has an American boss. After feeling under the weather and asking to take a sick day, her boss responded … Read more