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

Exclusive | ‘Stranger Things’ star Natalia Dyer requested to look like this surprising A-lister in Season 5

Exclusive | ‘Stranger Things’ star Natalia Dyer requested to look like this surprising A-lister in Season 5

She’s no negative Nancy.  Nancy Wheeler ended “Stranger Things” with a short haircut – and the show’s Emmy-nominated hair designer, Sarah Hindsgaul, told The Post that actress Natalia Dyer herself brought in the reference photo.  “We felt like Nancy has a tendency to cut her hair off when she needs a change. So we knew … Read more

Jamie Oliver reveals how he made a healthy version of fish and chips with this surprising cheat

Jamie Oliver reveals how he made a healthy version of fish and chips with this surprising cheat

Last year, Jamie Oliver turned 50, and the milestone inspired the beloved British chef to reflect on his health and how he could maintain it it in the second half of his life. “[It made] me think about what I need to do to get myself in the best shape for the future,” he writes … Read more

Brothel manager exposes surprising festive traditions of adult industry

Brothel manager exposes surprising festive traditions of adult industry

A brothel manager has given a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what sex on premises venues are really like during the festive season. Catherine De Noire is a manager at one of the largest brothels in Europe, where the women work as independent contractors. She’s known for giving a glimpse behind the curtain of the adult establishment … Read more

Walking in snow can have a surprising effect on your mental health — and body image

Walking in snow can have a surprising effect on your mental health — and body image

Trudging through the snow might not sound like your idea of a good time, but a surprising study suggests you might want to grab your scarf and lace up your boots. Researchers in Poland and the UK found that walking in the snow can have an unexpected effect on your mental health — and even … Read more

The surprising Trader Joe’s products superfans say they avoid ‘at all costs’

The surprising Trader Joe’s products superfans say they avoid ‘at all costs’

Trader Joe’s fanatics swear by the popular grocer, getting everything and anything they could need from their local store. However, even the most loyal of customers appear to be able to admit that Trader Joe’s misses the mark with at least a handful of their products. A popular discussion on social media centering on must-avoids … Read more