It’s like sleeping on a cloud — literally. Airlines are now offering coach class travelers a game-changing perk that allows a restful sleep on long-haul flights — for a fraction of what it might cost to do the same in first class. Savvy shut-eye lovers can book entire rows of economy seats at a considerable discount, … Read more
Should you be counting threads instead of sheep? When people start discovering how to elevate their sleep experience, they often look for comfortable mattresses, feather pillows and durable bedsheets. While some products, such as pillows and mattresses, are easy to test out in stores, one of the few ways to determine a high-quality sheet is … Read more
Don’t sleep on these TikTok tips. As younger generations increasingly use social media for health information, a new study from Auburn University finds that most sleep hacks shared on TikTok are supported by scientific evidence. The researchers transcribed the most-viewed TikToks on Nov. 15-16, 2023, that used the tag #sleephacks, #sleephygiene, or #sleeptips. 295 sleep tips (including some repeat … Read more
Spouses with sleep apnea are unnecessarily putting their marriage vows to the test. An estimated one in three Americans is sleeping regularly in a separate bed from their partner — a move dubbed “sleep divorce” — due to snoring and sleep disorders, according to a recent survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Snoring … Read more
A new drug could put an end to cumbersome CPAP machines, which are thought to be used by some 33 million Americans to manage their sleep apnea. Roughly 39 million Americans, including President Biden, currently suffer from sleep apnea. The most common form of the disorder is OSA, or obstructive sleep apnea. In OSA patients, … Read more
Social media can be a literal nightmare. New research suggests that the more time you spend on social media and the more emotionally connected you are to your presence, the more likely you are to toss and turn during the night because of “social media-related nightmares.” The more time you spend on social media, the … Read more
Each week, Alexa is rounding up the buzziest fashion drops, hotel openings, restaurant debuts and celeb-studded cultural happenings in NYC. It’s our curated guide to the very best things to see, shop, taste and experience around the city. What’s making our luxury list this week? Van Cleef & Arpels makes Fifth Avenue bloom, two new … Read more
One woman’s constant pursuit of pleasure has yielded nothing but pain. A young nymphomaniac says sex addiction has destroyed her relationships and thwarted her career prospects due to her compulsion to masturbate on the job. The anonymous addict, aged 25, took to Reddit earlier this week to reveal that she had been diagnosed as a … Read more
For those who are struggling to get enough sleep, the ABCs may be the key to getting more Zzzs. A sleep shortcut that’s making the rounds on TikTok uses the alphabet to help people drift off. Sleep experts shared their input on the unconventional route to restful nights. The technique isn’t new, but it’s been circulating … Read more
Like true love’s kiss to a fairy-tale princess, fashion is waking things up. Resurrecting centuries-old finery via artificial intelligence and sensory simulation, the 2024 Costume Institute exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art — entitled “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” — isn’t just a sight to behold. It’s also to be felt, heard and sniffed. Bolton … Read more
We hope you got your beauty sleep — the biggest night in fashion is finally here. The Met Gala, held on the first Monday in May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, fundraises for the Costume Institute and marks the opening of its spring 2024 exhibition, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” However, the charity event is more … Read more
It’s more than a sex dream. Sexsomnia, or sleep sex, is a rare but real sleep disorder that causes people to engage in sexual behaviors including dirty talk, masturbating and sex all while asleep. The condition is part of a category of sleep disorders called parasomnias — that include sleepwalking, sleep talking, sleep eating and … Read more
A sex dream involving someone who’s not your partner is a nightmare scenario. But a prominent neurosurgeon says you can sleep soundly knowing it doesn’t mean your relationship is in jeopardy. Dr. Rahul Jandial makes the claim in his forthcoming book “This Is Why You Dream,” declaring that such sex dreams are surprisingly common and … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I am a happy, decidedly single woman with a large group of friends who are all married. Most of us grew up together, and all of us have been like extended family for the past 25 years. This year, one of the wives lost three family members within three months. This has been … Read more
When creating an ideal sleeping environment, you might think of lighting, temperature and sound — but what about food? What you eat during the day can have a surprising impact on how well you sleep at night, according to experts. “Food choice is an essential consideration for ensuring good sleep quality. Some types of food promote … Read more
People are sleepless in Seattle and the rest of the US, according to a Gallup poll. The poll found that a majority of American adults, 57%, say they aren’t getting enough sleep at night. Just 42% say that they’re getting the sleep they need. Conducted in December, the poll’s results are almost exactly the opposite … Read more
This redefined a broken sleep schedule. An unfortunate soul had to undergo emergency surgery after fracturing his penis in two places while sleeping — which left him with an ” ‘eggplant’ deformity.” The unnamed 27-year-old patient, from Tunisia, had reportedly rolled over onto his erect penis while sleeping, shockingly resulting in “an audible ‘snap’ sound … Read more
A man spent just £6k [$7,471 USD] traveling to 18 countries — keeping costs down by sleeping in caves. Robert Michelsen, 21, solo travelled around Europe and visited countries including Portugal, Serbia, Croatia and Poland over the course of eight months. He wanted to see the world without “money stopping” him. Robert was frugal with … Read more
Don’t leave your sleep up in the air. Here’s a window into where to get the best rest on a plane, according to travel experts who spoke to the Huffington Post. They agree that the window seat is the place to be. One major reason the window seat is a great place to get shuteye … Read more
She was tired of being tired all the time. Alyssa Davis often found herself dozing off at school and in dance classes growing up, which she chalked up to not getting enough sleep. But the 26-year-old model and digital marketer knew something was amiss when she found it “impossible” to fight the urge to close … Read more