Weddings remain an important tradition, but Gen Z is increasingly questioning the expectations that come with them. A new survey of 2,000 Gen Z adults (aged 22+) found that nearly seven in 10 (69%) believe weddings today feel more like a production than a personal celebration. Commissioned by Affirm and conducted by Talker Research, the … Read more
Restless night? One in four Americans (25 percent) says a dream or nightmare has led to them making a change in their life like quitting a job or breaking up with a partner. A survey examining the sleep quality and dreams of 2,000 Americans found that a quarter (25 percent) feel a dream changed their … Read more
If summer road trips have you craving pizza, a new report spotlights key places across the country to stop for the most affordable slice. With Americans continuing to watch their spending on dining out, the survey highlights where travelers can stretch their food budgets the furthest while on the road this summer. In its US Pizza … Read more
Michael Jordan has been named the biggest icon in American sports history by fans around the world, research shows. A study of 10,000 fans of US sports found the NBA star ranked first in the poll, closely followed by basketball player Kobe Bryant, baseball pitcher and hitter Shohei Ohtani and LeBron James. Other stars to appear on … Read more
Americans hoping to unwind on their next trip may want to think twice about where they’re headed. A comparison of all 50 states using 40 indicators of stress — including work, money, family and health factors — found that densely populated states with major metro areas did not top the list, according to a new WalletHub study. … Read more
New York isn’t the only city that never sleeps. An eye-opening new study determined that Detroit, Baltimore, St. Louis, Toledo, New Orleans and Newark are some of the most sleep-deprived cities in the US, due to issues like alcoholism, stress, obesity and smoking habits. Nationwide, most people don’t log enough hours in Sleepy Town. A … Read more
Red, white and feeling blue. Turns out that Gen Zers aren’t universally unhappy — they’re just sullen in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Outside those four countries, people under 25 reported increasing feelings of happiness over the last decade, according to the 14th edition of the World Happiness Report, released Wednesday. Gen Zers … Read more
As hiring slows across much of the US, a handful of jobs are standing out for their resilience. Roles that rely on hands-on expertise and human connection are proving particularly durable, according to Indeed’s 2026 Best Jobs in the US list. The rankings analyzed thousands of job postings nationwide to identify roles in which workers are most likely … Read more
Unusual afterglow? A new study reveals that during orgasm, some women experience a slew of physical and emotional responses, which can include laughter, nosebleeds, tears, headaches and even hallucinations. Published last month in the Journal of Women’s Health, this study is believed to be the first to investigate the frequency of these episodes, collectively known … Read more
It’s a sobering report in one way. More American teenagers are staying away from alcohol, marijuana and nicotine — but two other vices are growing in use, according to a national survey released Wednesday. While drinking and smoking rates continue to show a steady decline, following similar results from the survey conducted last year, two … Read more
The Big Apple may not be the best place to paint the town red. The WalletHub end-of-year consensus has come out on which cities in America boast the “most fun” to be had in America — and NYC barely makes the grade. The report — titled Most Fun Cities in America — lists Las Vegas, … Read more
Parents are all about the holiday hype: a new survey has found 55% get just as excited as their kids when it’s time to unwrap gifts. But the real challenge, according to the poll of 2,000 US millennial parents, is keeping the joy of opening gifts alive on holiday mornings from persistent, curious children. Amidst the … Read more
Mercury retrograde is coming in hot and ready. As the least loved astrological transit, Mercury retrograde is synonymous with stress, nostalgia, communication breakdowns and relationship resurrections. It’s enough to make anyone want to eat their feelings. “Mercury Retrograde makes us crave comfort food for emotional grounding and a quick dopamine boost. With studies showing that … Read more
We’re guilt-tripping over guilt-tipping. Two-thirds (65%) of American consumers are experiencing tipping fatigue — up from 60% last year and 53% in 2023, according to an annual study by Popmenu, a tech company serving more than 10,000 restaurants. Over the last year, people have paid around $150 in tips on average, which they didn’t feel … Read more
That’s a latte gains! Protein maxxing — pushing past protein guidelines to build bulk, bounce back and feel full faster — is the latest culinary craze. Coffee connoisseurs are even sneaking it into their morning mugs. Nearly half (47%) of Americans believe that daybreak is the best time to get their protein fill, a recent … Read more
New research finds that girls’ nights aren’t just fun, but essential. Women say they need a girls’ night every 22 days to feel balanced. And for most women, wine is what sets the tone. In a world that often feels like it’s rushing by, a glass of wine and a night with close friends might … Read more
Kids move an average of almost 400 miles away after leaving home, a new study shows. For many parents, that distance is more than just physical. The survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Aura, maker of digital photo frames, explored how parents navigate life once their children move out, whether it’s for college … Read more
Total bum-mer! Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in or around the rectum and anus. They can cause pain, itching and bleeding, even as they typically clear up on their own. This frustrating condition affects about half of US adults over 50, sending nearly 4 million Americans to the doctor or ER each year. Don’t do it, … Read more
Wash — and learn. “The next time you’re using a tumble dryer, take a look at the lint catcher,” materials scientist Joshua Grolman told The Post. “All of this debris is what we breathe in on a daily basis.” Microplastics are ubiquitous, found in everything from toys and cosmetics to cleaning products and clothing. They’re … Read more
They’re high on life. America’s most cheerful hourly employees aren’t sitting behind a computer, it seems — they’re at the counter selling vapes, weed and smokes, according to a new report from workplace management platform Deputy. Over 1.51 million end-of-shift survey responses paint a less-than-ideal picture of the state of the union for wage workers. … Read more