There’s no cap to the magic of mushrooms. One recent study found that three fungal strains removed potentially dangerous plastic particles from water. Fungi are also being used to create a novel burger with minimal processing. And “mycotecture” is gaining momentum — using mushrooms and other fungal materials for architectural purposes. In this form of … Read more
Being “so babygirl” is the hottest compliment — for men. A 26-year-old, 6-foot-5 man isn’t what comes to mind for most Americans when they think of a baby girl, but it is for Gen Z. Jacob Elordi, 26, was deemed “so babygirl” during his promotion as host of “Saturday Night Live” in January when musical … Read more
Having gone straight from the Super Bowl stage to the altar four days ago, Usher is just starting the honeymoon phase of his new marriage to longtime love Jennifer Goicoechea. But even before saying those “I do’s” in Las Vegas right after rocking the halftime show at Allegiant Stadium — midway through the Kansas City … Read more
DEAR ABBY: Our wonderful daughter has her doctorate. She’s a hardworking professor, a job she loves. Her husband, “Phil,” has three master’s degrees and also his doctorate. In their 20 years of marriage, he has not worked a single job. He would say he is a writer, but if I am generous, he has earned … Read more
ID dropped a trailer for its upcoming documentary “Quiet on Set” — which contains explosive allegations against disgraced former Nickelodeon kiddie TV titan Dan Schneider. “Quiet on Set,” a four-part docuseries, investigates Schneider, who created Nickelodeon hits including “The Amanda Show, “Drake & Josh,” Zoey 101″ and “iCarly, ” which launched the likes of Amanda … Read more
Prosecc-no. With the rise of mocktails and alcohol-free beverages as an alternative for those trying to cut back on drinking, whether or not those under 21 years old can legally consume these non-alcoholic drinks comes into question. One mom was faced with this question when her 13-year-old daughter came back from a friend’s birthday party … Read more
People-pleasing can be a toxic way to move through life. Exhaustively going above and beyond for friends, family and folks at work — often to one’s detriment — in the hopes of remaining in everyone’s good graces can leave well-meaning “yes”-men feeling like emotional doormats. But a California-based psychiatrist says woeful sycophants can make the … Read more
Do you know that you’re toxic? A new scientific test released online claims to be able to grade your relationship on a scale of sheer heaven to pure hell — and the results could leave some couples reeling. Recognizing that being in a relationship doesn’t always make us the best judge of its health, a team … Read more
A “gossiping” Gen Z hairdresser who was constantly using her phone at work and “talking about herself” to clients has won a payout after a tribunal found she was unfairly sacked last year. Jorja McGennan, a young apprentice who had “limited work experience” when she took the job in April 2021, was not offered “procedural” … Read more
Being a mother is, unequivocally, the hardest job in the known universe. Who raises/ruins us is a luck of the draw — or the umbilical cord — as some are born to saints and others to a slightly more complex, traumatizing model of motherhood. What role do the stars play, and are some signs more … Read more
Thigh gaps were so 2010s — unfortunately, the youngsters on TikTok prefer vintage. Young Gen Zers and Gen Alphas are fascinated by the concept of “legging legs,” glorifying exaggerated thigh gaps that once captivated aesthetic Tumblr bloggers circa 2010 — just under a different name. On TikTok, the tag #legginglegs has scored over 33 million … Read more
Jamie Dornan was hospitalized with “heart attack symptoms” during a vacation in Portugal, according to his friend Gordon Smart. The “Belfast” actor, 41, was on a boozy boys’ trip with “Good Morning Britain” presenter Smart and their other friends last year when they both fell mysteriously ill. Recalling the incident on BBC’s “The Good, the … Read more
Bruce Willis’ wife, model Emma Heming Willis, is trying to stay positive amid his battle with dementia. On Tuesday, Emma, 45, posted a photo of a page from what appeared to be the book, “Floating in the Deep End: How Caregivers Can See Beyond Alzheimer’s.” She drew attention to a passage that read, “People caring … Read more
Viewing the world through rose-colored glasses can result in a favorable and optimistic view of life. Yet can an overly positive view or perception in the workplace present challenges on the career front? Recently, social media has been buzzing about “toxic positivity” — begging the question of whether too much optimism hinders employee productivity. As one … Read more
TikTok star Alix Earle spilled the tea about her relationship with Miami Dolphins receiver Braxton Berrios. In the latest installment of her, “Hot Mess” podcast, titled “Tea of 2023,” the influencer explained why she feels more supported by Berrios than she did in her previous relationship with MLB player, Tyler Wade. “Everything that I did he … Read more
Chris Harrison is “grateful” for taking a moment and saying his goodbyes to “The Bachelor.” Harrison, 52, fronted the ABC franchise from its start in 2002 until 2021 when he defended Season 25 contestant Rachael Kirkconnell for attending an Antebellum-themed party a few years before the show. “What I went through was tumultuous. I don’t … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 25 years. Right now, our marriage is in trouble because I have been ordered to rekindle a relationship with his mother, whom I haven’t spoken to in six years. In my opinion, the woman is toxic. For 17 years, she has essentially stabbed me in … Read more
Your hairdo may be a hair don’t. Cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes (cVMS), commonly found in hair products, are known for shining and smoothing tresses — desirable qualities when you’re trying to tame frizz and prevent tangles. But a new study published this month by the American Chemical Society suggests that when these molecules are heated … Read more
You’ve heard of “girl math” — well, here comes mother-in-law math. But watch out, one expert warns, because this one can be toxic. Janelle Riddle, a mom-of-two and communication coach based in Canada, has gone viral on social media listing sometimes hilarious examples of “mother-in-law math,” in a video that’s already garnered more than 898,000 views. … Read more
It’s just not worth it. Dr. Annie Zimmerman, a therapist who runs @your_pocket_therapist on TikTok, unveiled five signs to confirm you’re arguing with a narcissist. “Having a healthy argument or healthy conflict with a narcissist is nearly impossible,” the therapist said. “You can’t logically reason with a narcissist because they tend to engage in one of these … Read more