Let this sink in — a dangerous, salt-obsessed bacterium is wreaking havoc along the Gulf Coast. Several dozen cases of Vibrio vulnificus and nine deaths have been reported so far this year across Florida, Louisiana, North Carolina, Alabama and Mississippi. The rod-shaped bacterium lurks in warm, brackish waters — it can enter your body when … Read more
Your tap water’s dirty little secret might have just met its match. Scientists have engineered a high-tech filter that strips toxic “forever chemicals” from drinking water in a matter of minutes. Better yet, the new tool glows on contact with contamination, serving as both a purifier and an real-time monitoring system. Research suggests the majority … Read more
Diving into a public pool this summer? You might be plunging into a petri dish. While chlorine is the go-to germ killer, it doesn’t work instantly. Some nasty germs can survive in treated water for minutes or even days, turning a refreshing swim into a risky dip. And the threat is growing. Outbreaks of waterborne … Read more
Guests on Universal Orlando Resort’s Jurassic Park River Adventure ride recently faced something scarier than dinosaurs. A viral TikTok video posted earlier this month appears to show the ride sinking due to an apparent malfunction. The clip, shared on July 11, shows the bow of the boat submerged in the water, with several riders left … Read more
Talk about a bunch of cheapskates. There’s nothing worse than a wedding not only taking place outside on a scorching hot summer day but one where the bride and groom are as stingy as can be. One disgruntled wedding guest took to Reddit’s r/weddingshaming subreddit to complain about a “disaster of a wedding” they recently … Read more
Good Samaritans tried to rescue Malcolm-Jamal Warner after he accidentally drowned but it was too late. “The Cosby Show” actor died on Sunday, July 20, at age 54, while on vacation in Costa Rica with his family. Costa Rican National Police told The Post that Warner was pulled from the water by people in the … Read more
You love to jet set — but you don’t love the way your gut gets upset. It’s quite a bummer to struggle with constipation, traveler’s diarrhea or indigestion while on vacation. Not everyone is a regular pooper, but for those who are, a break in the routine can significantly affect their bathroom habits. Here are … Read more
Got the travel bug this summer? Just make sure you don’t pick up any other bugs when you hit the road. No matter where I go on vacation, I’ve always taken a fully-stocked mini medicine bag with the obvious essentials: painkillers, antacids, Band-aids, Lactaid and a little something for nausea. But that medicine bag has grown … Read more
A type of flesh-eating bacteria has killed four people in Florida so far this year. The state’s health department confirmed the deaths in a notice posted on the Florida Health website. A total of 11 people have contracted the bacteria in 2025, according to the same source. Vibrio vulnificus is part of a wider group of Vibrio … Read more
When it comes to doing laundry, there are many rules to follow — yet one of the most important ones is what you set your water temperature to when doing a wash. One expert said the hot and cold settings are the two best options — and discourages washing in warm water. To fully kill … Read more
Surviving the summer heat is all about hydration, hydration, hydration. Water will usually do the trick – but some “hydration multipliers,” or electrolyte supplements, are gaining in popularity for boosting hydration in just one drink. These drink mixes offer a blend of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and magnesium to enhance water absorption. But are these boosters … Read more
It could be time to pull the plug on your beloved jug. Everyone knows that it’s important to hydrate — water delivers nutrients to cells, regulates body temperature, lubricates joints and helps remove waste. You can’t live without it. Carrying a reusable water bottle ensures consistent hydration throughout the day. The problem is, concerns have … Read more
Till death from dehydration do us part? A bridezilla with a death grip on her wedding day “aesthetic” is getting roasted online after a Reddit post revealed she banned water bottles at her outdoor summer nuptials — because they clashed with the vibe. It was the big moment of her Pinterest dreams — and her … Read more
Stuck in pur-gut-ory? You’re not alone. While chronic stomach issues are worth getting checked out, a bit of bathroom bottleneck from time to time is normal — if not wildly unpleasant. The good news is that experiencing the anti-runs doesn’t require a pharmacy run, as several foods can help clear your colon’s traffic jam. While … Read more
A high school in the suburbs of New York City will be seeing double on graduation day this weekend: Among the nearly 500 students in its graduating class, 30 are twins. It’s a tight knit group. Some of the students at Long Island’s Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School have known each other since … Read more
It’s not just slot machines that are fleecing people. A Las Vegas hotel is being lambasted mercilessly online after charging nearly $30 for a bottle of water from room minibars. The apparent H20 highway robberies came to light via photos and a fan submission shared by the travel blog A View From the Wing. The … Read more
There’s a new villain living in Walter White’s house. Joanne Quintana grew up in the ranch-style home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during the filming of “Breaking Bad,” which aired from 2008 to 2013. Now, Quintana has to deal with fans of the show flocking to the famous house to take pictures — much to her chagrin. … Read more
If you are jetting off for a European summer, there is one date to beware of: June 15. Locals in tourist hotspots who feel foreigners are turning their cities into playgrounds while they are left behind with a housing crisis, rising rents and environmental impacts are planning to disrupt airports, tour buses and popular attractions … Read more
Who owns the air up there? A chilly mid-air conflict is the latest drama to erupt in the not-so-friendly skies — this time over who controls the personal air conditioning vent on a Delta flight. One passenger took to Reddit to blow off steam after his seatmate kept closing his overhead nozzle — even though … Read more
A 71-year-old woman reportedly contracted a brain infection from using tap water — and died from it. Regardless of whether tap water is safe to consume where you live, experts advise against letting it go into your sinuses — or you risk being exposed to a brain-eating condition, like this unidentified woman. According to the … Read more