42-year-old woman on track to set a running world record — and beat male rivals — in the Alps

42-year-old woman on track to set a running world record — and beat male rivals — in the Alps

Ain’t no mountain high enough — at least not for this superwoman. Ultra-runner and New Zealand native Sophie Grant has set out to break the record for the fastest known time ever through the treacherous Alpine pass of Via Alpina. She’s set to achieve her goal in 30 days. “Being able to look up and … Read more

New smart ring promises to track your blood pressure — no cuff required

New smart ring promises to track your blood pressure — no cuff required

If you’re looking to track your blood pressure on your own, nowadays you’re spoiled for choice. There are wearable watches and rings from brands like Apple and Oura, plus traditional inflatable cuffs that can be used at home. But a new competitor is now entering the fray, claiming to do something nobody else has done … Read more

‘World’s most contagious disease’ on track for highest US cases in 35 years — doc warns: ‘We are allowing it to spread’

‘World’s most contagious disease’ on track for highest US cases in 35 years — doc warns: ‘We are allowing it to spread’

Measles only needs a small opening — and it got one. For the second year in a row, cases of measles — known as the world’s most infectious disease — will hit record highs, and 2026 is on track to be substantially worse than 2025. In a matter of weeks, we’re likely to blow past … Read more

Crazed NASCAR fan climbs onto California track to fist-bump driver: ‘He’s wasted’

Crazed NASCAR fan climbs onto California track to fist-bump driver: ‘He’s wasted’

A very strange and potentially dangerous incident occurred at the NASCAR San Diego Weekend on June 20 when a fan climbed down into the racetrack to share a fist-bump and brief conversation with No. 00 driver Sheldon Creed. NASCAR fan enters racetrack to speak with Sheldon Creed. CW Sports Creed didn’t appear too upset with … Read more

Forget the scale — 5 ‘silent’ health numbers everyone should track

Forget the scale — 5 ‘silent’ health numbers everyone should track

Step on the scale lately? Chances are, you know exactly how much you weigh — and you probably remember if you have high blood pressure or your cholesterol is off from your last check-up. But there are some less obvious metrics that can tell you a whole lot about your health and are worth keeping … Read more

Amtrak’s new 125-mph Airo trains are on track to ride later this year — here’s a look inside

Amtrak’s new 125-mph Airo trains are on track to ride later this year — here’s a look inside

Amtrak riders have something speedy to look forward to. The rail giant revealed the first official look at its new Airo fleet, showing off the high-tech transformation set to make train travel feel luxurious — and ride at 125 miles per hour. Amtrak Airo is described as a “modern passenger experience” which introduces new trains … Read more

Exclusive | How Olympic track star Allyson Felix stays fit in retirement — and her tips for working out as a mom

Exclusive | How Olympic track star Allyson Felix stays fit in retirement — and her tips for working out as a mom

Allyson Felix may have stepped off the track, but she hasn’t eased her pace. Now a co-founder of two businesses and a member of the IOC Athletes’ Commission, the retired sprinter has channeled her drive into advocating for gender equity and maternal rights in sports, all while juggling life as a wife and mother of … Read more

A$AP Rocky appears to diss Drake on new track — by bragging about ‘stealing’ Rihanna from him

A$AP Rocky appears to diss Drake on new track — by bragging about ‘stealing’ Rihanna from him

A$AP Rocky has spoken. The “Praise the Lord” rapper appeared to diss fellow hip hop star Drake on his newly released album “Don’t Be Dumb.” After Rocky, 37, dropped the record on Friday, fans suggested that the track “Stole Ya Flow” was about Drake and Rihanna’s rumored relationship – and how Rocky “stole” the “Umbrella” … Read more

Why most people fail at fitness, according to biohackers — and the tricks they use to keep on track

Why most people fail at fitness, according to biohackers — and the tricks they use to keep on track

It’s that time of year again: Fridges are stocked with fruits and veggies, gyms are full, and millions of people are determined to make this the year they lose weight and build muscle. Getting in shape tops the list of 2026 resolutions, with nearly half of Americans vowing to exercise more next year. But the … Read more

The government’s keeping track of what people get stuck in their butts — these were the worst items last year

The government’s keeping track of what people get stuck in their butts — these were the worst items last year

This is not a trend we can get behind. Whether it’s due to pure curiosity, misguided ChatGPT advice or, you know, sex stuff, a shocking number of people end up in the ER every year after putting something up their butt that very much shouldn’t be there. But their secret shame actually isn’t so secret … Read more

Giants star Darius Slayton engaged to track star girlfriend Anna Hall

Giants star Darius Slayton engaged to track star girlfriend Anna Hall

If he cannot get a shot at a prized Super Bowl ring, Darius Slayton found another way to put a ring on it this year. The Giants veteran wideout proposed to long-time girlfriend Anna Hall and the couple announced their engagement in a shared Instagram post Friday night. Slayton proposed to the reigning United States … Read more

Mom goes viral for earning world record running across a track of LEGOs barefoot

Mom goes viral for earning world record running across a track of LEGOs barefoot

This was no child’s play. A New Zealand mom broke a world record for running across a track made of LEGOs — and she accomplished the impressive feat with bare feet. Gabrielle Wall earned the Guinness World Record for fastest 100 meter barefoot on LEGO bricks back in January — but she went viral this … Read more

NASA needs volunteer space cadets to track its next Artemis mission to the moon and back — here’s how to sign up

NASA needs volunteer space cadets to track its next Artemis mission to the moon and back — here’s how to sign up

NASA’s first manned trip to the moon in over 50 years needs volunteers.  The space agency announced last week that it’s crowdsourcing Earth-side support for its next mission. Artemis II, tentatively slated for April 2026, will carry four astronauts on a 10-day lunar fly-by, marking the first time humans have ventured beyond Earth’s orbit since … Read more

What Alica Schmidt — ‘world’s sexiest athlete’ — took away from ‘tough’ season on the track

What Alica Schmidt — ‘world’s sexiest athlete’ — took away from ‘tough’ season on the track

The 2025 season was not the year German track and field athlete Alica Schmidt envisioned, “but it was definitely the one” she needed. Reflecting on the past season of competitions, Schmidt — who has been dubbed the “world’s sexiest athlete” over the years — spoke about the hurdles she encountered, including a bout with COVID-19 … Read more

Woman strategically keeps track of dating app matches for this one reason: ‘I lowkey need this’

Woman strategically keeps track of dating app matches for this one reason: ‘I lowkey need this’

In today’s wild digital dating world — sitting back and endlessly swiping will only get you so far. That’s why Caitlin Trask, 32, decided to go the extra mile by creating a “man catalog” to track all the hopeful men she matches with on dating apps — for research. “Sorry I can’t go out tonight, … Read more

Hidden meaning behind the ‘Mission: Impossible’ theme — and other secrets of the classic spy track

Hidden meaning behind the ‘Mission: Impossible’ theme — and other secrets of the classic spy track

They are four notes that changed the action game: “Dum dum da da.” That is the musical motif that instantly set the suspenseful stage for many a thrilling spy adventure as the theme song of “Mission: Impossible” — both for the TV series and Tom Cruise’s film franchise that is supposedly coming to a close … Read more

Elon Musk says long-awaited test of Tesla robotaxi on track to launch by end of June

Elon Musk says long-awaited test of Tesla robotaxi on track to launch by end of June

Tesla is set to begin a test of its long-promised robotaxi service on schedule in Austin, Texas, by the end of June, Chief Executive Elon Musk said on Tuesday, even as the company faces questions from a US regulator on safety. The electric vehicle maker will roll out about 10 self-driving cars in some parts of the city, Musk said in an interview … Read more

Is a raw meat diet healthy — or the fast track to a heart attack?

Is a raw meat diet healthy — or the fast track to a heart attack?

Dear Dr. Zac, I’ve been seeing a lot of influencers online talking about the carnivore diet and eating raw meat like it’s the key to perfect health. I started following this guy who goes by the name of the ‘Liver King’, who loves eating kilos of raw liver each week and preaching animal-based everything. But … Read more

How a new wearable sensor can track your health — without even touching your skin

How a new wearable sensor can track your health — without even touching your skin

Your skin isn’t just glowing — it’s gassy. And now, science is sniffing it out. Researchers at Northwestern University have developed the world’s first contactless wearable device that can monitor your health by measuring gases naturally emitted and absorbed by the skin without ever touching it.  “This technology has the potential to transform clinical care, … Read more

Is Selena Gomez’s ‘How Does It Feel to Be Forgotten’ a diss track about ex Justin Bieber?

Is Selena Gomez’s ‘How Does It Feel to Be Forgotten’ a diss track about ex Justin Bieber?

Selena Gomez loves Benny Blanco like a love song, baby. And the artist’s new album “I Said I Love You First” — which is also a collaboration with her fiancé — is showcasing just that. Along with their love story, Gomez is giving fans a look at the entirety of her dating life over the years. … Read more