Around 15% of American kids experience developmental delays, and the number is rising. Now a new study suggests that a specific factor in moms’ health plays a big role in whether her kid will face those challenges. “Pregnancy is not like Vegas, where what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas,” Dr. Evelina Grayver told The Post. … Read more
Cases of a devastating STI are on the rise and newborns are at high risk for deadly complications. The deadly and entirely preventable disease has claimed the lives of 42 babies in Australia, and a spike in cases in the US has experts worried about a potential uptick in domestic deaths. Across the US, syphilis … Read more
With how much tickets were, why not walk on the court? Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has called out Spike Lee for a “temper tantrum” during Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on Monday. “Are we just allowing Spike Lee on the court to heckle refs in the middle of the … Read more
Spike Lee is maybe hoping to give the Knicks an extra blessing on Monday night. The “Do the Right Thing” director sported a custom Pope Leo XIV Knicks jersey for Game 3 of the NBA Finals after receiving it at the Vatican last year. Pope Leo is a Villanova alum, like Knicks stars Jalen Brunson, … Read more
The unofficial start of summer arrives this weekend — and ticks are wasting no time crashing the party. Emergency room visits for tick bites jumped more than 25% nationwide in April compared to the same time last year, according to CDC data, with the Northeast getting hit especially hard as the tiny bloodsuckers swarm back … Read more
Europe is dealing with a full-blown sexual health crisis as cases of gonorrhea and syphilis skyrocket to unprecedented levels, shocking new data show. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) revealed the continent is in the grips of a dirty STI explosion not seen in over a decade. Gonorrhea cases across Europe hiked … Read more
Sydney Sweeney just dropped a fresh ad for American Eagle — and it gave a rise to the teen retailer’s shares. The company’s stock soared 7% on Wednesday — recently trading north of $19 — after it renewed its tie-up with the “Euphoria” star with a new blitz for denim shorts — headlining it “Syd … Read more
A Spanish budget airline named Volotea is sparking flight passengers’ anger after reportedly asking them to pay extra charges for fuel after their tickets have already been purchased. At first glance, the added charge — which will be $8 to $11 per passenger, per the “Simple Flying” aviation blog — does not sound high. But travelers are … Read more
A proposal by California Gov. Gavin Newsom would funnel hundreds of millions of dollars in tax credits to encourage more “sustainable aviation fuel” — and in the process, crunch Californians hit by record-high gas prices even further, economists warned. The trailer legislation, currently making its way through the state legislature, would offer a one-dollar credit … Read more
We’re not just stuffing stockings. While Santa’s riding around with Rudolph, lovers are riding each other — as a means of escape from Christmas drama and trauma, a new, ho-ho-hot report on Yuletide stress reveals. “Holidays amplify everything that already exists beneath the surface,” said lead author Michael Salas, a licensed professional counselor, of the frisky … Read more
This might be the eye-deal way to tackle old trauma. New data from Zocdoc reveals that there has been an 80% increase in the number of US women booking appointments for a unique form of therapy hyped by A-listers. “Love it. Saved my life,” Miley Cyrus told The New York Times in May. Pop icon … Read more
Eating a certain type of food could increase the risk of getting a deadly cancer at a younger age, researchers say. A new study at Mass General Brigham has linked higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods, which largely include ready-to-eat foods with high levels of sugar, salt, saturated fat and food additives, to higher rates of precursors of … Read more
Oprah has long been the ultimate weight loss influencer — but some other stars are coming for her crown. After the former talk show host signed up as a Weight Watchers ambassador, the company signed up a million new members in just a year — and her December 2023 revelation about using GLP-1 drugs inspired … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Following a limited theatrical run in August 2025, the newest Spike Lee “joint” is making its way to streaming. “Highest 2 Lowest,” which premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, … Read more
Director Spike Lee’s multi-part documentary series for ESPN Films about former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who sparked a national debate when he protested racial injustice nearly a decade ago, will not be released, the filmmaker and ESPN said. “ESPN, Colin Kaepernick and Spike Lee have collectively decided to no longer proceed with this project as … Read more
No Knicks in the NBA Finals meant Spike Lee flew to Paris for a different American sports victory. The Academy Award-winning American filmmaker was in attendance for Coco Gauff’s first Roland Garros title on Saturday morning, witnessing the 21-year-old take down world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4. Dressed in all white with a … Read more
Charles Barkley had to rain all over Spike Lee’s dreams. The Academy Award-winning director, producer and screenwriter said he would give up one of his most prized possessions for his team to win an NBA Finals before the Knicks’ Game 5 win over the Pacers on Thursday. “I would give up an Academy Award, an … Read more
Spike Lee wants no part in Denzel Washington’s messy red carpet behavior. The director, 68, participated in the “Highest 2 Lowest” press conference at the Cannes Film Festival Tuesday and subtly addressed Washington’s awkward red carpet exchange with a photographer. Spike Lee and Denzel Washington at the “Highest 2 Lowest” red carpet premiere at Cannes Film … Read more
It was a fine and dandy night. The fabulous fashion fiends and A-Listers who were specially chosen to attend the 2025 Met Gala bounced around the city — many after a quick costume change into their second look, of course —to attend a grab bag of glitzy afterparties. The gracious host herself, Janelle Monáe, arrived … Read more
The United States continues to have the highest maternal mortality rate among wealthy nations — and new research suggests the crisis is deepening. A study published this week in JAMA Network Open found that the rate of these “largely preventable” deaths rose by nearly 28% between 2018 and 2022. “The concerning rates in the US … Read more