You’ve been washing your armpits wrong, according to hygiene expert

You’ve been washing your armpits wrong, according to hygiene expert

Deodorant can mask the stench of foul armpits, but it doesn’t mean you’re clean. Mary Futher, also known as Madame Sweat on TikTok, where she educates followers about hygiene, is lamenting that people are not washing their armpits properly. In a 24-second clip with 2.5 million views this month, she explains why the products people … Read more

You’ve been using Band-Aids all wrong — how to apply them correctly

You’ve been using Band-Aids all wrong — how to apply them correctly

We’ve been too stuck in our ways. A life-hack expert has revealed the correct way to use a Band-Aid — and it is leaving people baffled. Jordan Howlett, from San Diego, took to TikTok to demonstrate how to bandage a finger wound correctly in a video that has scored more than 2 million views. “We’ve … Read more

You’ve been spreading butter wrong your whole life: ‘explosive’ discovery

You’ve been spreading butter wrong your whole life: ‘explosive’ discovery

There’s gotta be a butter way with a low margarine for error. A TikTok influencer divided social media after revealing the alleged correct way to spread those hotel pats of butter on bread — a technique that can apparently have “explosive” results if executed incorrectly. A video of her revolutionary butter-spreading hack has amassed over … Read more

‘You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling’ legend dead: Cynthia Weil was 82

‘You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling’ legend dead: Cynthia Weil was 82

Fans haven’t lost that lovin’ feeling for her. Legendary songwriter Cynthia Weil, the muse behind “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” and countless other hits, passed away Thursday evening at 82. Weil’s daughter Dr. Jenn Mann confirmed the icon’s death in a statement to TMZ. “My mother, Cynthia Weil, was the greatest mother, grandmother and wife our … Read more

What is HMPV? ‘Most important virus you’ve never heard of’ spikes 36%: CDC

What is HMPV? ‘Most important virus you’ve never heard of’ spikes 36%: CDC

A virus that virtually nobody has ever heard of has spread across the United States, causing a 36 percent spike in cases in 2023, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, is a respiratory disease that causes symptoms much like the common cold: cough, fever, congestion, … Read more

Four ways to tell you’ve met your soul mate, as per an astrologer

Four ways to tell you’ve met your soul mate, as per an astrologer

Soul mates, twin flames, an immortal beloved, one true love to rule them all, a predestined ride or die? What could be sweeter? A 2021 YouGov poll found that a staggering 60% of Americans believe in the concept of a soul mate. We have many a man to blame for the idea of “the one” … Read more

Doctor claims you’ve been shaving your legs wrong this whole time — offers 10 rules for ‘perfect shave’

Doctor claims you’ve been shaving your legs wrong this whole time — offers 10 rules for ‘perfect shave’

In the nick of time. A doctor has shared the best ways to shave your legs perfectly, every time. Dr. Simi Adedeji, a London-based medical doctor who specializes in Skin and Women’s Health has shared with her 1.05 million YouTube subscribers “the 10 basic rules to help you achieve the perfect shave.” The first two … Read more

Experts say you’ve been storing potatoes wrong this whole time — and dispel cancer rumors

Experts say you’ve been storing potatoes wrong this whole time — and dispel cancer rumors

They are mashing this one theory. For years, food experts have warned consumers that putting potatoes in the fridge would increase a person’s risk of cancer — however, researchers at the Food Standards Agency now say that idea has spudded out. “Experts now say storing spuds in the fridge – previously thought to be a … Read more

You’ve been walking wrong all your life — you’ll burn more calories this ‘silly’ way

You’ve been walking wrong all your life — you’ll burn more calories this ‘silly’ way

You may be able to walk the walk — but are you burning as many calories as you can? Walking in a “silly” fashion actually counts as vigorous exercise — and can burn more calories — according to a new study conducted by Arizona State University Prof. Glenn Gaesser. Inspired by the classic “Ministry of … Read more

King Curtis was the greatest musician you’ve never heard of

King Curtis was the greatest musician you’ve never heard of

As more than 1,000 people began arriving for the noon service at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church on Lexington Avenue and East 54th Street, they couldn’t help but see the sign at the entrance. “Soul is the feeling of depth, the ability to reach someone. It’s being part of what today is all about . . … Read more

If you’ve never had COVID-19, this research study needs you! | Boing Boing

If you’ve never had COVID-19, this research study needs you! | Boing Boing

Scientists are working hard to figure out the mysteries of COVID-19, including whether or not some people who have never had it are immune. But experts currently disagree on whether these so-called “superdodgers” exist. Some scientists speculate that some of the folks who haven’t yet had COVID-19 actually have had it but just didn’t know … Read more