A surprising sunscreen booster may be hiding at your favorite bar

A surprising sunscreen booster may be hiding at your favorite bar

Something exciting is brewing in the skincare world. A new study suggests that a byproduct of beer production could make sunscreens more effective at blocking harmful ultraviolet B rays, which are responsible for sunburns. The finding could be significant, as studies have shown that many products on store shelves don’t deliver the level of protection … Read more

Illuminating research reveals the surprising way people become narcissists — and whether it’s reversible

Illuminating research reveals the surprising way people become narcissists — and whether it’s reversible

It seems that a—holes are born, not made. Groundbreaking data suggest that narcissism may be determined more by people’s genes than their environment, as is popularly believed, per a study in the journal Social Psychological and Personality Science. “We found that parents’ and children’s narcissism scores were correlated, but this association was entirely genetically driven,” … Read more

LeBron James gives surprising answer when comparing himself to Michael Jordan

LeBron James gives surprising answer when comparing himself to Michael Jordan

LeBron James has finally weighed in on how he believes his game stacks up with Michael Jordan. And his take might surprise some of his fans. During a recent interview with ESPN, James revealed “there are some things that I do better than” Jordan, though the Lakers star stopped well short of saying he’s more … Read more

Stephen King’s archives reveal surprising skeletons in the closet

Stephen King’s archives reveal surprising skeletons in the closet

Caroline Bicks, Stephen E. King Chair, got unprecedented access to Stephen King’s archives. Her new book reveals King’s meticulous crafting of fear, like in “Pet Sematary,” and his inspirations. King revealed “The Shining” was shaped by a Shakespearean tragedy, but it wasn’t “Macbeth.” Every morning during her sabbatical year serving as the Stephen E. King … Read more

Walmart plans major upgrades for California stores — with surprising new foods and cheaper deals

Walmart plans major upgrades for California stores — with surprising new foods and cheaper deals

Walmart is pouring fresh cash into California. The Arkansas mega-chain has set dozen of stores in the Golden State up for major facelifts that promise new food options, expanded product lines and faster shopping perks. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 56 locations statewide in 2026, part of a broader push to modernize stores … Read more

The surprising way colors get their beautiful, ridiculous names

The surprising way colors get their beautiful, ridiculous names

Lexicographer Kory Stamper’s new book, ” Truel Color,” was inspired by the wild, poetic color definitions in Webster’s Third Dictionary. These unique definitions were crafted by scientists I.H. Godlove and his wife Margaret Godlove. The US sought color standards after WWI, leading to a “color boom” and dictionary inclusion. It was the third definition of … Read more

The surprising theory why boys are diagnosed with autism more often than girls

The surprising theory why boys are diagnosed with autism more often than girls

Blame it on the X factor. Research has long shown that boys are over three times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls. In fact, about 1 in 20 US boys are diagnosed with autism by age 8. For girls, the rate ranges from about 1 in 70 to 1 in 100. The … Read more

Popular ‘healthy food’ was actually linked to faster brain decline, surprising experts

Popular ‘healthy food’ was actually linked to faster brain decline, surprising experts

Talk about a brain drain. Several diets have been shown to have brain-boosting effects, from the Mediterranean diet’s gut-brain connection to reduced blood pressure effects from the DASH diet. But one health food staple surprised researchers by being linked to faster cognitive decline, even despite being part of a popular and well-backed healthy diet. One … Read more

Man eats at 28 Michelin-star NYC restaurants in 24 hours to earn world record — and it cost him a surprising amount

Man eats at 28 Michelin-star NYC restaurants in 24 hours to earn world record — and it cost him a surprising amount

He almost bit off more than he could chew. A Las Vegas sommelier earned the Guinness World Record for most Michelin-starred restaurants visited in 24 hours. Foodie Joshua Fyksen ate at a staggering 28 Michelin-star restaurants in New York City in 24 hours — costing him $1,451.34. “The food alone cost $976.97, plus tips. Transportation … Read more

Female traveler reveals surprising hack for the most ‘freeing’ solo trip: ‘Can we talk about ugly privilege?’

Female traveler reveals surprising hack for the most ‘freeing’ solo trip: ‘Can we talk about ugly privilege?’

Turns out “pretty privilege” has its drawbacks. Women on social media are sharing a surprising upside to downplaying their looks while traveling solo. The viral theory, dubbed “ugly privilege,” exploded after a post last week on Reddit’s r/solofemaletravellers forum racked up more than 15,000 upvotes, with one globetrotter claiming going makeup-free and low-effort made her … Read more

The surprising ways menopause can affect your mouth — and what you can do about it

The surprising ways menopause can affect your mouth — and what you can do about it

Menopause might be best known for hot flashes and night sweats — but did you know it could be taking a bite out of your smile, too? A survey of more than 1,000 women by Delta Dental found that seven in 10 women 50 and older have dealt with at least one oral health problem … Read more

Air travelers beat long security wait times with this surprising hack

Air travelers beat long security wait times with this surprising hack

They’re pre-checking their worries at the door. With the government shutdown snarling up security, travelers are beating longer-than-usual airport lines by using TSA PreCheck Touchless IDs. The new tech combats the interminable wait times caused by the partial government shutdown, which has forced 50,000 security officers to remain on the job sans pay. TSA security … Read more

Does ‘pretty privilege’ work at Home Depot? Customer tests how store workers respond to ‘hot’ vs. ‘not’ — with surprising results

Does ‘pretty privilege’ work at Home Depot? Customer tests how store workers respond to ‘hot’ vs. ‘not’ — with surprising results

They say “Home” is where the hot is.  But even in her hottest ’fit, a single bombshell struggled to garner the attention and affection of folks at Home Depot.  Caroline Ricke, a lifestyle content creator, slipped into her sexiest little black dress and sauciest sandals and headed straight for the hardware hub to assess the power of … Read more

Drugs like Ozempic may have a surprising benefit: study

Drugs like Ozempic may have a surprising benefit: study

Talk about a surprise perk. Numerous additional benefits of GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic continue to be discovered, from improving cardiovascular health to potentially preventing dementia and lowering the risk of depression. Now, one more benefit could be added to the list, thanks to new research that found the blockbuster drugs could be a … Read more

Kelly Ripa reveals Mark Consuelos’ surprising new career move with Broadway’s ‘Fallen Angels’

Kelly Ripa reveals Mark Consuelos’ surprising new career move with Broadway’s ‘Fallen Angels’

Mark Consuelos is headed to The Great White Way! On Wednesday, Kelly Ripa shared the exciting news with her “Live With Kelly and Mark” audience. “I have a big announcement to make. A huge announcement to make,” the actress, 55, began before touching the “Riverdale” star’s arm. Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos hosting their morning talk show in 2023. … Read more

Kristin Davis reveals the surprising reason she thinks ‘And Just Like That’ abruptly ended

Kristin Davis reveals the surprising reason she thinks ‘And Just Like That’ abruptly ended

The breakup that broke “And Just Like That.” Kristin Davis revealed she thinks the “Sex and the City” sequel series ended last year because Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) dumped Aidan (John Corbett) for good. “I do feel like that’s part of the reason we ended ‘AJLT,’ is because we ended Aidan,” Davis, 60, told co-star Mario … Read more

This is the surprising age when male sexual desire actually peaks: study

This is the surprising age when male sexual desire actually peaks: study

Sex isn’t just a young man’s game. Sexual desire is a driving force in many relationships and a fundamental part of being human — we know that it can vary greatly among individuals. But what we once thought about male sexual desire and when it peaks has completely changed, thanks to new research. Once-held popular … Read more

Tom Brady opens up about difficult final NFL season in surprising comments about Gisele Bündchen divorce

Tom Brady opens up about difficult final NFL season in surprising comments about Gisele Bündchen divorce

Tom Brady made a rare reference to his 2022 divorce from ex-wife, Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bündchen, that dominated headlines during his final NFL season. During a Thursday appearance on “The Herd,” the former quarterback, who retired in February 2023 after 23 seasons in the NFL, explained that the public divorce affected his ability to play … Read more

McGut Health Meal? McDonald’s CEO makes surprising prediction for 2026 — and doc says it’s a winner

McGut Health Meal? McDonald’s CEO makes surprising prediction for 2026 — and doc says it’s a winner

One thing’s for sure: If the McDonald’s CEO’s predictions pan out in the year ahead, your gut may finally be lovin’ it. Golden Arches boss Chris Kempczinski revealed the food trends he expects to dominate in 2026, and given his recent track record, it’s worth paying attention. “I think I went three for three,” Kempczinski … Read more

Skyscanner’s cheapest vacation hotspots of 2026 — including a surprising few top luxury destinations

Skyscanner’s cheapest vacation hotspots of 2026 — including a surprising few top luxury destinations

If seeing the world is in your budget, here’s where to do it in 2026. Research from global travel app Skyscanner has revealed this year’s top 10 cheapest cities for traveling Americans, including some of the world’s most sought-after luxury vacation destinations. According to the findings, even though 44% of Americans are planning to travel … Read more