Loneliness is something most of us will experience at some point. It is a normal emotion, not a character flaw. But it is also something that can quietly affect how we think and remember, and researchers have long debated whether it might even raise the risk of dementia.A new study, published in [the journal] Aging and Mental Health, suggests the picture is more complicated than either side of that debate has allowed for.First, it is worth being clear about what dementia actually is. It is not a single diagnosis but an umbrella term covering a range of conditions — the…
Naked mole rat queens rule with an iron forepaw: these wrinkly, bucktoothed monarchs forbid any other female from reproducing — that is, until they die and all hell breaks loose. Then the once-deferential females rise up and wage bloody battles against one another to vie for the crown. They attack…
Dexter Lawrence and the Bengals have struck a deal. After the Giants agreed to trade the disgruntled defensive tackle Saturday night, Lawrence is getting a one-year, $28 million contract extension from Cincinnati, multiple reports said Sunday morning, citing the 28-year-old’s agency. The Giants are getting the No. 10 pick in…
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When theoretical physicist David Gross was 13, he received a copy of a popular science book, “The Evolution of Physics” (Cambridge University Press, 1938), signed by Albert Einstein. The book, co-authored by Einstein himself, started Gross on a journey into the hearts of atoms, where he eventually helped answer a…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! I’ve spent years staring at dresses on the rack, loving them on the hanger, then watching my fitting room dreams crumble the second I zip up. If you carry your…
Disgraced ex-congressman Eric Swalwell — who is accused of raping and sexually assaulting multiple women after nights of heavy drinking — billed an eye-watering amount of booze deliveries to his campaigns, including charges during a series of jaunts to Las Vegas. Over a four-year period starting in 2020, Swalwell’s donor-funded…
WASHINGTON — Prices at the gas pump likely peaked about a week ago and should start to slowly decline over the coming weeks as the war in Iran comes to a close, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday. “Putting this 47-year conflict to an end and preventing Iran from getting…
The successful Artemis II trip around the Moon was a historic achievement — the first crewed lunar fly-by in more than 50 years, and the greatest distance yet travelled by humans from our “pale blue dot”.The mission was marked by engineering, scientific and technical feats, by the astronauts and team…
When the decibel level inside Crypto.com Arena surpasses 100 dB you typically know which superstar caused it. Maybe Luka Doncic just hit a one-legged three as he fell into the first row. Maybe LeBron James just threw down a thunderous one-handed slam off the fast break. Maybe Austin Reaves just…
Summer House alum Lexi Wood thinks both Amanda Batula and Ciara Miller are out of West Wilson’s league. Approached by TMZ in Los Angeles on Friday, April 17, Lexi, 28, was asked to weigh in on Amanda and West’s controversial relationship. “Look, my unsolicited advice would be dating outside that…
ISLAMABAD — President Trump’s Middle East envoy is headed to Pakistan this week to restart negotiations to end the Iran War, the commander-in-chief told The Post Sunday. “Steve’s going to be going there tomorrow night,” Trump said in a phone call from the White House, confirming that Special Envoy Steve…
The Rams have seven picks in this week’s NFL draft, including the 13th overall thanks to the shrewd trade they pulled off during last year’s draft with the Falcons. However, they do not have any picks in the fourth or fifth round. In fact, after making their third-round selection at…
Joe Jonas has gone Instagram-official with girlfriend Tatiana Gabriela, dropping their first loved-up couple photo on his grid. Taking to social media on Saturday, April 18, the singer, 36, shared a carousel of photos, including a black-and-white image of Gabriela cozying up to him and tenderly resting her hands around…
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman says he has a plan to make New York safer and more affordable. The Nassau County executive and presumptive GOP nominee shared with The Post his blueprint for how he’d run the Empire State during his first 100 days in office. “New Yorkers are being…
The night sky is set to deliver one of spring’s most anticipated celestial events as the Lyrid meteor shower returns this week.One of the oldest recorded meteor showers, the Lyrids peak Wednesday (April 22), offering stargazers a rare treat: a chance to witness “shooting stars” — and possibly bright “fireballs”…
Quick factsWhat it is: The largest 3D map of the universe ever createdWhere it is: The universe, as seen from EarthWhen it was shared: April 17, 2026This snapshot is just a small part of one of the most comprehensive and spectacular views yet of the universe — a web-like structure…
The Lakers could actually win this thing. They went from being the quivering dogs in the corner to becoming wolves. The transformation happened 1 ½ hours before tipoff when they found out that Kevin Durant was sidelined for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Rockets because of a right…
Naomi Watts is recalling the moment one of her children stumbled across some lube in her bedroom. During an interview with People on Thursday, April 16, the actress, 57, spoke about trying to end the stigma around menopause when she was asked whether she encourages her kids to educate their…
Many chickens meet their end with a swift blow to the neck. But there’s lore that chickens can run around headless, and there were even news reports of a chicken nicknamed Miracle Mike who reportedly lived 18 months after a farmer tried — and failed — to kill it by…
It was only a matter of time. Hack-a-Mitch has become a playoff staple with Knicks opponents given Mitchell Robinson’s well-documented struggles at the free throw line. And it predictably emerged again in the Knicks’ 113-102 Game 1 win over the Hawks on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. Robinson had…
Gayle King is throwing her support behind Savannah Guthrie and her Today show comeback as the investigation surrounding her mother Nancy’s disappearance continues. Speaking to Us Weekly at the Breakthrough Prize event in Los Angeles on Saturday, April 18, King, 71, said she was happy to see Savannah back on…
CJ McCollum delivered a low blow to Jalen Brunson on the court at Madison Square Garden. He then delivered another one after the game. During the second quarter of the Knicks’ 113-102 Game 1 win over the Hawks on Saturday night, McCollum was given a technical for kicking Brunson right…
Brooklyn Beckham‘s ex-girlfriend Tallia Storm is shedding new light on their teenage relationship amid his family drama, claiming his mother, Victoria Beckham, allegedly once tipped off paparazzi while the couple was dating in 2014. The Scottish singer, 27, recalled how Brooklyn, 26, had plans to attend one of her gigs…
St. John’s University blocked a bid by the late Charlie Kirk’s conservative Turning Point USA group from opening a chapter on campus shortly after his assassination last fall, The Post has learned. The student government of SJU — one of the largest Catholic universities in the country — denied the…
Americans can expect an average $1,000 boost in their tax refunds this year — with the White House projecting an additional $100 billion to be returned to filers during the 2026 tax season — all thanks to President Trump’s signature second-term legislation. The filing season, which officially opened Tuesday, is…
You’re the eternally tortured Jets fan, and surprise — your J-E-T-S won’t be playing in Super Bowl 2026. But here’s the good news: You will have 12 days to make alternate plans for Sunday, Feb. 8. Because for your withering sanity, you don’t want to watch this one. Prioritize your…
An Idaho man who police said killed his estranged wife allegedly sent her mother a text afterwards, apologizing for his actions and explaining to her, “Satan got ahold of me,” according to reports. Christopher Moon, 43, shot his 23-year-old wife, Cassandra Clinger, to death on the morning of Wednesday, January…
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania made a personal plea to President Trump to fire Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. “I make a direct appeal to immediately fire @Sec_Noem,” Fetterman wrote on social media, tagging the president. “Americans have died. She is betraying DHS’s core mission and trashing your border security legacy,”…
Citigroup on Tuesday forcefully rejected accusations by a former managing director who sued the bank over alleged sexual harassment by wealth management chief Andy Sieg, saying she expressed “steadfast” support for him and that her case belongs in arbitration. The third-largest US bank petitioned the federal court in Austin, Texas, to move…
The Big Ten football schedule makers did USC and UCLA one small favor. Neither team will make back-to-back conference trips in 2026 without a bye week in between as part of the schedules released Tuesday. USC gets a bye between a road game against Penn State on Oct. 10 and…
UPDATE 1/27/2026 at 1:10 p.m. — Stephen Colbert has reportedly announced the date for the final episode of The Late Show. While taping an episode of Late Night With Seth Meyers, Colbert, 61, revealed his show’s finale date as Thursday, May 21, according to LateNighter. (Colbert’s guest appearance on Late…
WASHINGTON — Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Todd Lyons has been summoned to court on Friday after a Minnesota federal judge alleged the deportation chief defied legal orders. Chief US District Judge Patrick Schiltz threatened to hold Lyons in contempt of court and is seeking answers from the ICE…
A crypto titan who has been accused of defrauding numerous mega investors — including Mark Cuban — has ramped up spending in Washington as he tries to push through an IPO of his company. Digital Currency Group (DCG) founder Barry Silbert paid a settlement to the SEC last year for…
The “Doomsday Clock,” which reassesses the state of the world annually, is now set at 85 seconds to midnight — the closest it has ever been to heralding a manmade global catastrophe.Humanity continues to court species-threatening disaster through nuclear brinkmanship, a failure to address climate change, and a hasty rollout…
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. The resurgent Los Angeles Clippers hit the road for an NBA Tuesday night tilt against the Utah Jazz. Basketball enthusiasts looking to get in…
Quinton Aaron’s wife, Margarita Aaron, is asking for support after the Blind Side actor fell ill and was hospitalized. Margarita began a GoFundMe campaign in January 2026, revealing her husband — who is most famous for portraying Michael Oher in the Sandra Bullock film — was “on life support due…
Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Ill., said during a podcast on Tuesday that the current political “moment” was “slightly worse” than the COVID pandemic, despite the many deaths COVID caused. “I’ve Had It” host Jennifer Welch asked Pritzker how he was doing, and the governor said that while every day was a blessing, he’s…
One cruise and travel group is charging full speed ahead in the U.S. market, unveiling a $100 million headquarters in Miami as it expands operations and bets big on Florida’s economy. MSC Group held its ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new North American Cruise Division headquarters in downtown Miami on Monday,…
A disgruntled ex-CEO locked his former video game studio out of its own website, knocked employees offline and triggered more than $1 million in alleged losses — then put the domain up for sale for $6,666,666, a new lawsuit claims. The lawsuit, filed last week in federal court in Los…
When it comes to Justin Herbert in 2026, Mike McDaniel said portion control will be key. The new Chargers offensive coordinator fielded questions from media members on Tuesday for about an hour after he officially accepted a job on Jim Harbaugh’s staff earlier in the week, and he revealed he…
The New England Patriots are headed back to the Super Bowl and no one is more excited than Ann Michael Maye, wife of starting quarterback Drake Maye. “WE ARE GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL!!!!!❤️💙❤️💙” she wrote via Instagram on Monday, January 26, alongside photos of the two of them celebrating…
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said President Trump lacks the authority to fast-track wildfire rebuilding efforts in her own backyard after he signed an executive order aimed at speeding up the sluggish process. “I’m calling on the President to issue a new Executive Order to demand the insurance industry pay…
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DENVER — The Dodgers found themselves in an unfamiliar place Saturday night. For the first…
