The fountain of youth may be flowing through your veins. A new study out of Switzerland identified key proteins in the blood of centenarians that appear to be linked to slower aging. Scientists say the findings could guide future research aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of the biology of longevity — and potentially inspire … Read more
The legend of the perm. Bob Ross didn’t always have his iconic hairdo, resurfaced photos of the famous painter reveal. The black-and-white images show a clean-shaven Ross with straight hair, years before he got his signature perm. Bob Ross with straight hair. Bob Ross Inc. Bob Ross in an old photo. Bob Ross Inc. In … Read more
Social media platforms with infinite scrolling, auto-play and algorithmic feeds will be required to display warning labels about their potential harm to young users’ mental health under a new law, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Friday. “Keeping New Yorkers safe has been my top priority since taking office, and that includes protecting our kids from the potential … Read more
Brigitte Bardot is shedding light on her mental health struggles. In a new project detailing her life, the French star, 91, opened up about dealing with depression. Bardot attempted suicide numerous times in her youth. However, on one occasion, something miraculous happened, she told The Times of London Tuesday. Brigitte Bardot, seen in 2007, opened … Read more
Gen Z — largely comprised of middle- and high-school students — reported the lowest smoking rates on record in 2024, according to CDC and FDA data, but that trend may be in jeopardy. “Overall, the decline in smoking in the US, [down] to about 11.9% of the population overall, is a great public health success story that … Read more
Violent movies and real-life murders involving guns and young people could be linked, a new study found. The rising number of violent gun scenes in blockbuster movies over the last two decades closely mirrors a surge in firearm-related murders among Americans aged 15 to 25 over the same period, concluded researchers at the Annenberg Public … Read more
Scientists at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) may have discovered a cause of aging in the brain. The culprit is a protein called ferritin light chain 1 (FTL1), described as an iron-associated protein identified as a “pro-aging neuronal factor that impairs cognition.” The study, published in the journal Nature Aging, compared how genes and … Read more
Staying young might not be all it’s cracked up to be. While most people experience a decline in immune function with age, new research has found that a fortunate few maintain a powerful defense thanks to rare immune cells that stay active well into their senior years. But this “fountain of youth” effect comes at … Read more
When the going gets tough, the tough … pop in a pacifier? That’s the surprising stress-busting move thousands of young adults in China are making — swapping melatonin and meditation for an adult-sized binky. Once a niche quirk, the silicone soothers are supposedly now big business on Chinese e-commerce giants like Taobao and JD.com, where … Read more
A new federal estimate shows a rise in prediabetes among American adolescents, a finding that is spurring concerns about the health of U.S. children — and the way Trump administration health officials are conducting research and communicating information, experts said. In 2023, nearly 1 in 3 U.S. youngsters ages 12 to 17 had prediabetes, according … Read more
Heather Graham navigates the pressures of staying youthful in Hollywood with ease. Graham shared her secrets with Retreat Magazine about her philosophy when it comes to aging. “I think what matters most is how you feel inside. Decide that you’re hot and enjoy your life. What other people think of you is none of your business. If you … Read more
They’re more purpose-driven, politically aware, and emotionally tuned-in than ever before – but not in the way you’d think. A new report has lifted the lid on the inner workings of Gen Z in 2025, and it paints a picture far deeper than the overused avocado on toast stereotype. The Gen Z Wellbeing Index 2025 … Read more
Video of a woman appearing to jeer a teenager during a junior rugby league game in England is going viral. X users have been left staggered by the video, which appears to show one woman and several other spectators standing on the sideline heckling a young player who was preparing to kick for goal from … Read more
They’re repeat customers. More and more New Yorkers are opting for follow-up facelifts to maintain a youthful appearance several years after first going under the knife. “I am seeing a lot of patients in their late 50s and early 60s coming in for second facelifts,” Upper East Side facial plastic surgeon Dr. Sean Alemi told … Read more
They’ve turned tech into a weapon — and no one’s safe from the scandal. Teens are using artificial intelligence to whip up disturbingly realistic nude images of their classmates — and then share them like digital wildfire, sending shockwaves through schools and leaving experts fearing the worst. The AI-powered tools, often dubbed “nudify” apps, are … Read more
Good looks run in their blood. A youth chaser has revealed that she will be receiving a blood transfusion from her son to stave off aging. Marcela Iglesias, 47, has already shelled out more than $99,000 on various cosmetic procedures and is forking over even more for the blood transfusion from her son Rodrigo, 23, … Read more
A new report from Booking.com provides insight to the top travel trends for next year, with many travelers going beyond sightseeing. The annual travel predictions report for 2025 highlights the “passport to longevity” trend. “Vacations in 2025 will go beyond relaxation, evolving into life-enhancing journeys focused on health and well-being,” Booking.com’s website says. Fifty-two percent of … Read more
Wellness Tok is aflutter with the newest anti-aging trend. Some users swear glutathione, an antioxidant IV drip nicknamed the “master detoxifier,” can reverse signs of aging. But what exactly is it, does it work — and is it safe? An antioxidant produced in cells, glutathione is comprised largely of three amino acids: glutamine, glycine and … Read more
The man who said to eat fat to stay thin now has a recipe for eternal youth. Longevity expert and functional medicine guru Dr. Mark Hyman published his latest tome, “The Young Forever Cookbook” this month, a companion cookbook to last year’s best-selling health guide, “Young Forever.” The UltraWellness Center director views aging as a … Read more
This article is one of the winning submissions from the New York Post Scholars Contest, presented by Command Education. For the 29 years since it was founded, the Creative Arts Team’s Cat Youth Theater has changed the lives of countless teenage theater kids. Earlier this year, in February, the program had a major comeback as it performed … Read more