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Army veteran Ed Bambas, 88, reveals he works full time at supermarket after losing pension — internet rallies to raise over $1M

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Army veteran Ed Bambas, 88, reveals he works full time at supermarket after losing pension — internet rallies to raise over M

He’s writing out a large cashier’s check. An 88-year-old Army veteran heartbreakingly revealed he works five days a week at a local grocery store to help pay his bills before kindhearted shoppers rallied to raise over one million dollars for his retirement. Ed Bambas, a cashier at the Meijer store in Brighton, Michigan, lost his … Read more

‘The Family Stone’ sequel officially in the works after Diane Keaton’s death

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‘The Family Stone’ sequel officially in the works after Diane Keaton’s death

“The Family Stone” is getting a sequel. Director and writer Thomas Bezucha confirmed to CNN Wednesday that he’s working on a follow-up to the 2005 holiday classic following star Diane Keaton’s death. Keaton played Stone family matriarch Sybil, who dies of cancer by the film’s end. Craig T. Nelson, Sarah Jessica Parker, Ty Giordano, Savannah … Read more

Breakthrough breathalyzer test can quickly screen for lung cancer — here’s how it works

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Breakthrough breathalyzer test can quickly screen for lung cancer — here’s how it works

Talk about a breath of fresh air. Researchers have developed a groundbreaking device that may one day make detecting lung cancer as easy as exhaling. “We built a screening tool that could allow physicians to catch the disease in its early phases, which improves outcomes,” Dr. Shalini Prasad, a professor at the University of Texas … Read more

Experimental serum could reverse baldness within 20 days — here’s how it works

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Experimental serum could reverse baldness within 20 days — here’s how it works

A cure for baldness could be on the horizon. Researchers from Taiwan University say they have discovered a serum that could potentially regrow hair in just 20 days. The study, published in the journal Cell Metabolism, showed that fat cells under the skin can restart hair growth. The researchers used mouse skin samples to monitor changes to … Read more

Hoda Kotb reveals her easy 3-step sleep hack — it works on her kids too

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Hoda Kotb reveals her easy 3-step sleep hack — it works on her kids too

For years, fans got used to waking up with Hoda Kotb on the “Today” show — but now she wants to help put you to sleep. Nearly 74% of adults have trouble falling asleep at night due to stress, ruminating thoughts and anxiety over work and life. But Kotb, 61, has host found a simple … Read more

Everyone is using this app to save on groceries — here’s how it works

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Everyone is using this app to save on groceries — here’s how it works

The era of coupon-clipping is over. Smart shoppers everywhere are catching on to a smartphone app that offers cash back — even for grocery items already purchased, Food & Wine has reported. The Aisle app, first released in 2021, offers discounts on grocery and personal care products at major grocery stores, which could range from … Read more

‘Smart bomb’ drug actually works better than chemo for super-aggressive breast cancer

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‘Smart bomb’ drug actually works better than chemo for super-aggressive breast cancer

Good news for a grave concern. Researchers believe a groundbreaking new drug can offer hope to those diagnosed with this deadly breast cancer, creating a new standard of care and improved survival rates. A clinical trial of a “smart bomb” cancer drug known as Trodelvy, an antibody-drug conjugate, has shown that the treatment is significantly better … Read more

Cops seize 21 Salvador Dalí works for suspected forgery at exhibit: ‘Absolutely strange’

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Cops seize 21 Salvador Dalí works for suspected forgery at exhibit: ‘Absolutely strange’

They’re too good to be true. Italian police have seized 21 pieces of art suspected of being counterfeit at a Salvador Dalí exhibit. On Tuesday, a squad seized upon the exhibition in Parma — titled “Dalí, Between Art and Myth” — taking possession of the allegedly false works, which included drawings, tapestries, and engravings. Doubts … Read more

A stick of gum could soon detect the flu — here’s how it works

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A stick of gum could soon detect the flu — here’s how it works

It’s about thyme! The flu is one of the most common and contagious diseases — it causes up to 41 million illnesses, 710,000 hospitalizations and 52,000 deaths each year in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It’s often diagnosed with a nasal or throat swab that’s tested for the presence … Read more

Kristen Bell’s biohacking trick really works, says dietician — it can lower your risk of weight gain and make you feel fuller longer

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Kristen Bell’s biohacking trick really works, says dietician — it can lower your risk of weight gain and make you feel fuller longer

She may no longer be narrating the scandalous lives of Manhattan’s elite, but Kristen Bell is still dishing secrets — only now, they’re about blood sugar, not Blair Waldorf. At the Emmys, Bell’s “Nobody Wants This” co-star Justine Lupe revealed the “Gossip Girl” alum’s go-to biohack for eating carbs without the crash or the weight … Read more

Dear Abby: My work’s return-to-office mandate is making me sick — literally

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Dear Abby: My work’s return-to-office mandate is making me sick — literally

DEAR ABBY: My company has a four-days-a-week return-to-office mandate this year. While it’s nice to have the in-person camaraderie, co-workers who are conspicuously ill are now coming in and spreading their contagion. My company provides a generous two weeks of “occasional absence,” which may be used for sick days, doctors’ appointments and such. I am … Read more

‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3 officially in the works at HBO

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‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3 officially in the works at HBO

It’s time to return to Monterey. “Big Little Lies” Season 3 is officially in the works, Variety and Deadline confirmed Thursday. “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” co-creator and showrunner Francesca Sloane has reportedly been hired to write the first episode of the HBO drama’s third season and executive produce the installment as part of a two-year … Read more

Dear Abby: I want to be in a relationship — but it never works out

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Dear Abby: I want to be in a relationship — but it never works out

DEAR ABBY: Why do I feel the need to be in a relationship, but when I’m in one, I feel trapped, bored, disappointed and lonely? I’m a divorced single mom, co-parenting a child with my ex. We have been divorced for 15 years. My child is graduating from college this year. I have often been … Read more

The first thing you should do after surgery is not what you’d expect — but an anesthesiologist swears it works

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The first thing you should do after surgery is not what you’d expect — but an anesthesiologist swears it works

Chew on this. An anesthesiologist has revealed a surprising hack to make things run a bit smoother after surgery — and by things, we mean your bowels. “Any surgery in your abdomen stops your bowels from working, basically puts them to sleep. That means nausea, bloating, constipation,” said Dr. Myro Figura. It’s not just surgery … Read more

Saying this one simple phrase can prevent arguments in your marriage: ‘It works when your spouse is driving you crazy’

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Saying this one simple phrase can prevent arguments in your marriage: ‘It works when your spouse is driving you crazy’

Sticks and stones can hurt — but the wrong words can blow up your marriage before you can spit out, “You’re overreacting.”  The good news? There’s a four-word phrase that can supposedly stop a fight before it starts — or keep you from snapping at your sweetie. According to writer Rachel Bowie, the lifesaver that … Read more

This new bug bite zapper plugs into your phone — how it works to ease itch in seconds

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This new bug bite zapper plugs into your phone — how it works to ease itch in seconds

Buggin’ out? There’s a hot new way to stop the itch. Powered by your smartphone, the pocket-sized gadget skips creams and chemicals in favor of heat to soothe insect bites. The Post spoke with Dr. David Bank, a board-certified dermatologist, to find out how the tiny tool works and other smart ways to stop scratching … Read more

‘General Hospital’s’ Jack Wagner says keeping separate homes with new wife ‘works’ for them

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‘General Hospital’s’ Jack Wagner says keeping separate homes with new wife ‘works’ for them

“General Hospital” star Jack Wagner and his wife, Michelle Wolf, have no plans to move in together after tying the knot in May. Wagner and Wolf agreed not to “rock the boat” and stick to the routine they formed while dating as they take on marriage. “It’s an adjustment in terms of my schedule, for … Read more

My ‘puppy paws’ trick works like a charm when I can’t sleep — other people call them ‘T-Rex arms’

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My ‘puppy paws’ trick works like a charm when I can’t sleep — other people call them ‘T-Rex arms’

Who sleeps deeper or sweeter than a puppy? This essential truth is at the heart, or paw, of a viral sleeping hack. Pablo Herrera demonstrated the canine-inspired trick — also known as “T-Rex arms” — on TikTok. Looking restless in his frightfully bright bedroom, the influencer rose, removed his pillow, and, folded his hands into … Read more

Travel expert reveals how to get the best seat on a plane — for free: ‘Works. Every. Time.’

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Travel expert reveals how to get the best seat on a plane — for free: ‘Works. Every. Time.’

A self-proclaimed travel expert has revealed her secret to getting the best seat on a plane — for free. Elaine Poon, who shares her travel hacks on Instagram, posted a video with 2.2 million views about how she wins out on Ryanair flights without paying any extra fees. “With budget airlines such as Ryanair and … Read more

Kids can’t fool their way into college by starting an app or landing a big-name internship — here’s what works instead

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Kids can’t fool their way into college by starting an app or landing a big-name internship — here’s what works instead

If you’re beginning to feel like every teenager at your child’s high school is the CEO of a start-up, a non-profit founder or a social justice advocate, you’re not wrong. These days, teenagers aren’t just biking around their neighborhoods or going to the movies — they’re interning at major tech companies, cultivating bespoke brands and … Read more