Want a paws-itive outlook on life? Get a cat. A new study reveals a surprising twist in the feline world: having more cats around might boost a country’s happiness — unless those kitties are carrying a cat-astrophic parasite. The 93-country investigation uncovered a bizarre contradiction: nations with higher cat densities report overall higher happiness levels, … Read more
Say what? While hearing loss is often associated with aging — 22% of people over the age of 65 struggle to hear everyday sounds around them — it can affect people of all ages. And certain factors that mess with the ability to properly hear may take some people by surprise, including an item many … Read more
How can your bones tell you about your brain health? Researchers at Johns Hopkins knew that bone and brain health can both deteriorate with age. They wondered whether the health of one could offer clues about how quickly the other would decline. It might be a way to spot problems in the brain earlier and … Read more
Some prefer to deal with their sporting heartbreak in private, but there was Ben Shelton at The Gem Saloon in New York City just hours after his loss to Alexander Zverev in the U.S. Open final on Sept. 13. The American pro told The Post that he had planned on going to the trendy tavern, … Read more
The greater Los Angeles area boasts more museums than any metropolis in the world — over 800, with 100 in LA proper alone — but none of them offer a $210 R2D2 cookie jar, until now. The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opened last week, adding a sprawling $1 billion campus to Exposition Park, already … Read more
Which borough has the best pizza in New York City? A recent report that combines Google customer ratings with sanitation scores says any way you slice it, the answer is Manhattan. The research comes from bike rental provider Holland Bikes, which analyzed over 11,000 New York eateries using NYC Department of Health restaurant inspection data … Read more
It’s an age-old question: How much of the differences between the way men and women behave are a result of nature, and how much is nurture? A new study could shed more light on this. It shows different behavior between newborn boys and girls could appear just hours after birth. Researchers from the University of … Read more
As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes. The American Association for Cancer Research’s 2026 Cancer Progress Report, released earlier this month, noted that obesity is a major risk factor for many cancers. As glucagon-like peptide-1 medications – including … Read more
The tinier the dog, the bigger the man. In her upcoming book “Yap! A Short History of Small Dogs,” animal historian and pug owner Stephanie Howard-Smith says that for the modern man, touting around a “small, ‘tiny’ dog in public can demonstrate [his] absolute confidence in his masculinity.” “[They] have no need to overcompensate by … Read more
What a heavy lift. Women with larger breasts are all too familiar with the backaches and neck pain that can come with a bigger set of ta-tas. But a new study published today links having disproportionately big breasts with an unexpected health issue — that, on its surface, isn’t connected to the chest at all. “Many … Read more
Taylor Swift watched her first Chiefs game since becoming Travis Kelce’s wife. And she did so alongside esteemed company, as Tom Cruise was seen sitting next to her on Monday night. Taylor Swift and Tom Cruise watch the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, Monday, Sept. 14, 2026. IMAGN IMAGES … Read more
NYC has spilled the beans. The city that never sleeps — perhaps due to its constant craving for joe — has been bested as the nation’s top city for coffee lovers, per a recent WalletHub analysis of the 100 largest U.S. cities. The coffee crown also skipped Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington — two cities … Read more
Owning a home, raising a child, and even retiring may be unaffordable for many Californians — but you could do a lot worse if you’re a teacher. A newly published study from WalletHub reveals the best states for teachers — and the Golden State outshone a vast majority. Not that it’s the best — that designation goes to … Read more
Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua is not holding grudges against a woman who claimed he was an abuser. Hallie Aiono, Nacua’s ex-girlfriend and the mother of his son, Kingston, celebrated her 27th birthday on Tuesday. Hallie Aiono poses for a selfie. (Instagram/@hallieaiono). Nacua showed her love with an Instagram story post that … Read more
A drug being developed to treat a serious lung disease may also help to slow the aging process, researchers say. In a small clinical study, patients who took rentosertib – developed by Insilico Medicine in Massachusetts – showed changes in blood proteins that made them appear biologically younger. Several tests estimated that after treatment, the patients were biologically … Read more
Americans are flocking to the movies again — and they’re back for more than just the flicks. Theater operators across the US are reporting the spendiest summer in years, as the nation rediscovered the classic joys of seeing the latest Hollywood fare in a packed house — raking in a whopping $4.61 billion in domestic … Read more
Before Freddie Mercury put a gun against a man’s head and pulled the trigger, he considered sending him off to war. An early draft of Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” the 1975 hit that would define the band, included the verse, “Mama, there’s a war began / I’ve got to leave tonight,” according to “A Life in … Read more
Players who find themselves in a pickle at this year’s US Open will have an unlikely remedy waiting courtside. For the first time, Mount Sinai’s medical team is bringing a unique beverage to the tournament that can help ease exercise-related muscle cramps within minutes. And no, it’s not the Honey Deuce. Heat and high humidity … Read more
“Quiet quitting,” a workplace term for doing only the minimum required, has also been used to describe a pattern in some marriages. In relationships, the informal term refers to spouses who remain together while reducing their emotional effort, communication or involvement in the relationship. Couples may continue managing day-to-day responsibilities, such as household tasks and parenting, … Read more
Most Americans are overweight. Whether the goal is to live longer, ease joint pain, breathe easier, or feel more confident, it’s no surprise as many as 42% of us are trying to lose weight. Even if you choose to get on a GLP-1 like Ozempic or Zepbound, doctors recommend the medication be paired with lifestyle … Read more