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Cosmetic procedures grew in 2024, with focus on body contouring treatments

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Americans continue to invest in their aesthetic health.

A new report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) shows steady growth in cosmetic procedures last year, particularly in body contouring and minimally invasive treatments. 

The report’s data, detailed below, reveals where people are spending their money.

Cosmetic surgeries hold steady

Of the nearly 1.6 million cosmetic surgical procedures performed in 2024, liposuction and breast augmentation topped the list.

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  • Liposuction: 349,728 procedures
  • Breast augmentation: 306,196 procedures
  • Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty): 171,064 procedures
  • Breast lift: 153,616 procedures
  • Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty): 120,755 procedures

Of the nearly 1.6 million cosmetic surgical procedures performed in 2024, liposuction and breast augmentation topped the list, according to ASPS data. (iStock)

“Surgical procedures grew by 1% from 2023,” ASPS President Dr. Scott Hollenbeck, a general plastic surgeon based in Charlottesville, Virginia, shared in a press release, noting that body contouring procedures saw the highest increase. 

Thigh and buttock lifts were up 3%, while arm and neck lifts rose 2%. 

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Surgeons believe this may reflect the rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss medications, like Ozempic and Wegovy, which can lead to sagging skin.

Minimally invasive treatments reign supreme

Minimally invasive procedures continue to dominate the aesthetic landscape, with over 28.5 million performed last year. The top five listed below led the pack.

  • Neuromodulator injections (e.g., Botox, Dysport): 9,883,711
  • Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers: 5,331,426
  • Skin resurfacing (e.g., laser, chemical peels, microdermabrasion): 3,703,305
  • Skin treatments (e.g., laser hair/tattoo removal, IPL): 3,112,056
  • Lip augmentation with injectables: 1,449,565
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Minimally invasive procedures continue to dominate the aesthetic landscape, with over 28.5 million performed last year, per the ASPS. (iStock)

“These treatments remain strong due to their affordability and low downtime,” said ASPS member surgeon Dr. Kristy Hamilton, a general plastic surgeon based in Houston, Texas, in the release.

“Despite so-called ‘filler fatigue,’ HA fillers continue to top the list — when done naturally, they’re extremely effective,” she added.

The weight loss connection

For the first time, ASPS tracked the use of GLP-1 weight-loss medications, noting that over 837,000 prescriptions were written by ASPS surgeons in 2024. 

Of those patients, 20% had already undergone surgery, 39% were considering surgery and 41% were exploring non-surgical options, the report shared.

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“These medications are helping patients reach a healthy weight before surgery,” Dr. Heather Faulkner, a cosmetic plastic surgeon based in Atlanta, Goergia, said in the release. 

“But they’re not substitutes — you must be near your goal weight before considering procedures like tummy tucks or lifts.”

What’s fueling the interest?

A number of factors could contribute to the high demand for cosmetic procedures, according to experts.

“Maybe it’s greater exposure through social media or a general decrease in taboos,” said Hollenbeck. “Either way, patients are prioritizing their aesthetic health.”

painting the face of a 45-year-old man for an aesthetic treatment with botulinum toxin

A number of factors could contribute to the high demand for cosmetic procedures, according to experts. (iStock)

Surgeons agree that aesthetic procedures go beyond vanity, suggesting they are about feeling strong, confident and healthy. 

Many also see them as part of a holistic self-care routine, alongside diet, fitness and mental well-being.

“Patients are prioritizing their aesthetic health.”

Social media is also helping to normalize aesthetic care, making procedures more accessible and less stigmatized, the report stated.

Patients now openly discuss their experiences and are seeking natural, subtle enhancements, not exaggerated results.

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“There’s a trend toward the ‘ballerina body,’” Dr. Michele Shermak, a general plastic surgeon based in Baltimore, Maryland, said in the report. 

“Smaller implants, lifted silhouettes — women want to look refined, not overdone.”

Reconstructive surgery on the rise

Cosmetic procedures weren’t the only area of growth. Over one million reconstructive surgeries were performed in 2024, including the most common ones listed below. 

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  • Tumor removal (including skin cancer): 361,798
  • Hand surgery: 208,480
  • Breast reconstruction: 162,579
  • Maxillofacial surgery: 54,747
  • Scar revision: 54,280
middle aged woman with correction marks preparing for plastic surgery

According to cosmetic surgeons, patients now openly discuss their experiences and are seeking natural, subtle enhancements, with extreme or exaggerated results fading out of fashion. (iStock)

“Plastic surgeons are also innovators in complex wound care,” said Dr. Sara Dickie, general plastic surgeon based in Morton Grove, Illinois, according to the report. 

“Whether it’s trauma, dog bites or tumor removal, our work goes beyond aesthetics.”

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Safety over savings

While trends may come and go, ASPS emphasizes that safety should always come first, recommending that procedures are performed by board-certified plastic surgeons with the appropriate training and experience.

“Patients want to look and feel their best,” Hollenbeck added. “And when done right, aesthetic care can support mental and physical well-being in truly meaningful ways.”

Reem Amro is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health. 

Fisherman shatters North Carolina’s previous state record for Almaco Jack

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An angler just broke a new fishing record in the Tarheel State.

Warren Poirier of Charles City, Virginia, caught a 56-pound, 4.8-ounce almaco jack in the state of North Carolina.

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s (NCDEQ) Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified the new record for the fish.

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Poirier was fishing at the “The Rocks” in the Outer Banks along with Captain James Bowman, according to an NCDEQ press release. 

The fish struck Poirier’s Zest brand jig as he was battling the amaco jack, also known as a seriola rivoliana, for 45 minutes.

A record-breaking 56-pound almaco jack has been caught in North Carolina waters by Warren Poirier, shown at left.  (NCDEQ, iStock)

Poirier also used his Shimano Trevala rod and Saltist 5000 reel with an 80-pound braid, the release noted.

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The fish stretched 46 inches fork length, from the tip of the nose to the fork in the tail, with a 31-inch girth. 

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A 56-pound almaco jack was caught off the Outer Banks, shown above.  (Visions of America/Joseph Sohm/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

Almaco jacks have long bodies with a dusky color and light amber/olive stripes down their sides, according to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries.

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North Carolina’s previous almaco jack record was recorded in 2024 at 33 pounds and 12.6 ounces, according to the NCDEQ press release.

almaco jack fish

Almaco jacks can grow up to just over 5 feet long and weigh up to 136 pounds. (iStock)

Poirier weighed his fish at the Teach’s Lair Marina in Hatteras.

Almaco jacks can grow up to a little over 5 feet long and up to 136 pounds, according to NOAA Fisheries. 

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They can be found in the Atlantic, Gulf of America, Pacific Islands and occasionally Southern California.

Golf course proximity linked to higher Parkinson’s risk, says study as some question data

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If living near a golf course seems scenic and relaxing, it may also be linked to a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease, according to a surprising new study that comes with some limitations.

Led by the Barrow Neurological Institute in Arizona, along with Mayo Clinic, the study found that the greatest risk was found among those who live within one to three miles of a golf course.

“The strongest effects were in municipal water service areas with a golf course and in regions with vulnerable groundwater based on the bedrock and topography,” lead study author Brittany Krzyzanowski, Ph.D., assistant professor at the Barrow Neurological Institute, told Fox News Digital.

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“These findings suggest that pesticides applied to golf courses may play a role in the incidence of PD [Parkinson’s disease] for nearby residents,” the researchers concluded in the study, which was published in JAMA Network Open.

The case-control study analyzed data from 419 Parkinson’s patients averaging 73 years of age and living near 139 golf courses in southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

A surprising new study has linked golf course proximity to a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease. The study has some limitations. (iStock)

They then made comparisons to control data from the Rochester Epidemiology Project from 1991 to 2015.

“We had accurate data on golf course locations, and we could accurately determine the source of an individual’s drinking water – whether that be municipal water or private well water,” Krzyzanowski noted.

Living within one mile of a golf course was associated with 126% increased odds of developing the neurological disease compared to living more than six miles away, the study found.

People living near water service areas with a golf course had nearly twice the risk of developing Parkinson’s, according to the new study.

People living near water service areas with a golf course had nearly twice the risk of developing Parkinson’s compared with individuals in water service areas without golf courses.

Those living in water service areas with a golf course in vulnerable groundwater regions had an 82% higher risk, according to the findings.

(Vulnerable groundwater is more susceptible to contamination from human activities and environmental factors.)

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Living within one mile of a golf course was associated with 126% increased odds of developing the neurological disease compared to living more than six miles away, a new study has found, though further research is needed. (iStock)

The associations remained even after the researchers adjusted for age and income, which suggests there could be something more than demographics driving the relationship between golf course proximity and risk of Parkinson’s disease, Krzyzanowski noted. 

“We speculate that pesticides might play a role; however, we didn’t include data on pesticides in this study, so future research is needed to better understand what’s going on,” she said.

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Dr. Mary Ann Picone, medical director of the MS Center at Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck, New Jersey, was not involved in the study but shared her opinion of the findings.

“There has often been discussion regarding risks for development of Parkinson’s disease and environmental agents such as pesticides,” she told Fox News Digital. 

“Further research is needed with larger groups of patients, but this study does increase the concern about the association between pesticide exposure and risk of Parkinson’s, especially within a one- to three-mile radius and groundwater and well vulnerability.”

Airborne exposure to the pesticides was also a factor, she added.  

Potential limitations

The main limitation of the study is that it is not possible to quantify the amount of exposure each person receives, according to Dr. Rodolfo Savica, Mayo Clinic neurologist and senior author of the study.

“Unfortunately, there are many other aspects as well that can interfere with developing a disease,” he told Fox News Digital. 

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“There has often been discussion regarding risks for development of Parkinson’s disease and environmental agents such as pesticides,” a doctor told Fox News Digital.  (iStock)

“Despite that, we are trying our best to contemplate and adjust for any possible additional information, but sometimes that is not possible.”

The study was limited to a region with hot and humid summers, specifically southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, where golf courses may have applied pesticides with more frequency compared to other geographic regions. 

“Therefore, our results might not generalize to other areas,” the study lead noted.

Other relevant Parkinson’s risk factors, such as head trauma history and genetic predisposition, were not accounted for, Picone noted.

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Krzyzanowski also pointed out that Parkinson’s disease develops many decades after exposure, so the study aimed to estimate exposure from long ago. 

“If pesticides were involved, they would be the ones sprayed a long time ago and that might be different from what’s being sprayed today,” she said.

“The study’s methodological limitations make it difficult to draw conclusions from the data.”

Picone agreed that because this study looked back to 2013, it is possible that different pesticides used before 2013 were not tracked.  

“However, this study does provide evidence for an association between living on a golf course and pesticide groundwater exposure and risk of Parkinson’s development, and does raise concern and the need for larger population sample research,” she shared with Fox News Digital.

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Older adults continue to stay active, which is crucial for their well-being, noted the senior study author. (iStock)

Krzyzanowski added that because this was an observational study, the researchers couldn’t make causal conclusions about the results.

“If you’re worried about exposure of any kind, you should consult with your doctor,” she advised.

Industry spokespeople respond

A spokesperson from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, headquartered in Lawrence, Kansas, provided a statement to Fox News Digital in response to the study.

“Public health experts and researchers who have reviewed the study have noted that the study’s methodological limitations make it difficult to draw conclusions from the data. As noted by the authors of the study, the role of pesticide exposure from golf courses in Parkinson’s disease risk remains unclear. Without the methodological gaps being filled, the hypothesis linking golf-course pesticide exposure to Parkinson’s Disease remains speculative.”

“Pesticides registered by the EPA do not … create unreasonable adverse effects to human health and the environment when used according to label directions.”

The spokesperson noted that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rigorously tests and registers the pesticides that the golf industry uses to maintain healthy golf course turf. 

“Pesticides registered by the EPA do not, according to the top researchers in their field, create unreasonable adverse effects to human health and the environment when used according to label directions,” the spokesperson continued.

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“Golf course superintendents are leading practitioners of integrated pest management, a philosophy that reduces the potential environmental risks of pesticide usage.”

Mayo Clinic’s Savica recommended that older adults continue to stay active, which is crucial for their well-being. 

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“I recommend people continue to play sports outdoors and enjoy the sociality of any activity, including playing golf,” he said. 

“On the other hand, I would recommend that people be very careful and avoid exposure to places where we know there can be an interaction between pesticides and contaminants.”

Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.

9 online privacy risks you probably don’t know about

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Privacy risks are hiding in plain sight, as your personal data is likely being collected, tracked, and sold without your knowledge. It’s not just your name and email out there-data brokers are gathering much more sensitive information about your daily life, including your sleep patterns, medical visits, online habits, and even your relationship status. These details are compiled into detailed personal profiles and sold to advertisers, insurance companies, political campaigns, and in some cases, cybercriminals. What makes this especially concerning is that most of it happens quietly in the background, often without your consent.

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9 personal details you are sharing online without realizing it

You may think you’re protecting your privacy, but chances are you’re revealing more than you think through your everyday digital activity.

1) How sleep and fitness data is collected and sold

Fitness trackers, bedtime apps, and even your phone’s settings feed data brokers info about when you sleep, wake, and work out. That’s highly sensitive health data.

A recent data leak exposed over 8 million patient records, allowing cybercriminals to build detailed medical profiles that could be used to commit identity theft, insurance fraud, and conduct phishing attacks. Recent research reveals that over 28% of Americans had their SSN breached since 2020, exposing them to increased risk of experiencing cyberattacks.

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A man wearing a smartwatch to track health data. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

YOUR HEALTH DATA IS BEING SOLD WITHOUT YOUR CONSENT 

2) Your streaming habits are being tracked

Every time you binge a show or stream a documentary, your smart TV, streaming apps, and browser record exactly what you’re watching, when you watch it, and how long you stay tuned in. This data helps build a behavioral profile of your tastes, routines, and emotional triggers.

It’s not just used for harmless recommendations; advertisers and data brokers tap into this to predict your mood, interests, and even potential vulnerabilities. Ever wonder why oddly specific ads start showing up after a documentary binge? This is why. 

3) How long you read articles can be used to profile you

It’s not just the articles you click, it’s how long you linger on them that matters. Data brokers monitor whether you skim or dive deep into topics like health scares, financial worries, or personal relationships.

The time you spend on certain pages helps them identify your fears, desires, and private interests. This insight can later be used for hyper-targeted ads or, worse, by malicious actors looking to exploit your anxieties.

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A man reading an article on his tablet. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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4) How data brokers infer your relationship status

You might keep your relationship off social media, but your online footprint gives you away. Your purchase history, social check-ins, and frequent location visits tell data brokers whether you’re single, dating, engaged, or married.

They can even infer relationship trouble by analyzing certain patterns, like increased visits to bars or late-night takeout orders. This deeply personal information can end up in a detailed profile on some sketchy website you’ve never heard about.

5) Your location data may reveal medical visits

Your phone’s location data doesn’t just map your commute; it tracks visits to places like fertility clinics, addiction centers, and therapists’ offices. That data gets sold to brokers who categorize you based on these visits, sometimes flagging you for health-related concerns you haven’t publicly shared.

One study found that 74% of health-related data was sold without users’ knowledge or consent. This information could be used to hike insurance rates, deny you payouts, or target you with sensitive, intrusive ads.

6) Home value and crime stats used to target you

Public records make it easy for data brokers to access your home’s value, tax history, and neighborhood crime rates. These are used to target you with aggressive refinancing offers, alarm system ads, or moving service promotions.

Scammers also use this data to profile households they think are vulnerable based on property values or crime rates. The result is an increased flood of junk mail, spam calls, targeted online ads you never asked for, or worse, like physical safety risks. 

7) Data brokers know who you live with

By monitoring Wi-Fi connections, shared deliveries, smart home devices, and online purchase patterns, data brokers can determine exactly how many people live in your home. They often build profiles on your family members too—even if they’ve never created an online account themselves.

This allows advertisers to tailor ads to your household, making your family’s online activities part of your digital profile. It’s invasive, and most people have no idea it’s happening. 

8) Your political views can be tracked through online behavior

Even if you keep politics off your social media feeds, your browsing history tells a different story. The news articles you read, political newsletters you subscribe to, and nonprofits you donate to all get tracked.

Data brokers use this to place you on lists of likely voters for certain parties or causes. This can lead to politically targeted ads, donation requests, and even manipulation attempts around election seasons, all without your explicit permission.

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A woman typing on her laptop. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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9) Life milestones are tracked before you announce them

The internet picks up on your major life milestones long before you announce them. If you start browsing for engagement rings, baby gear, or moving boxes, data brokers immediately flag those behaviors.

This triggers waves of ads and marketing campaigns designed to capitalize on your upcoming life changes. In many cases, you’ll start seeing offers and promotions months before you tell your closest friends or family members.
 

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While no service can completely erase every trace of your data online, using a trusted data removal service is one of the most effective steps you can take. These services actively monitor and submit removal requests to hundreds of data broker websites, saving you hours of tedious work. It is not cheap, but when it comes to protecting your personal privacy, the cost is worth it. Reducing the amount of exposed data tied to your name lowers your risk of being targeted by scammers who often combine breached data with what they find online. If you are ready to take control of your personal information, start with my top picks for data removal services. Check out my top picks for data removal services here.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Your online activity reveals more than you think, and you do not need to overshare on social media for your data to end up in the wrong hands. Everything from your location history to your streaming habits can be tracked, sold, and used to build a profile on you. That profile can be used by advertisers, data brokers, political groups, or even cybercriminals. The good news is that you can push back. Being aware of what you are sharing is the first step. Second, using a trusted data removal service can make a real difference. You do not need to be paranoid, but you do need to be proactive. Taking control of your digital footprint is one of the smartest things you can do to protect your privacy in today’s hyper-connected world.

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Robot-run store VenHub is changing the future of shopping

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Get this. You walk up to a robot-run convenience store, place your order on an app, and robotic arms quickly grab your items and deliver them to a secure window, all without any human employees. That’s exactly what’s happening at VenHub, a fully autonomous, AI-powered smart store that just opened at the LAX/Metro Transit Center in Los Angeles. Even if you haven’t seen one in person yet, VenHub’s cutting-edge tech is set to shake up how people shop all across the country.

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A fully autonomous, AI-powered smart store. (VenHub)

What Is VenHub? The next evolution of the smart store

Open 24/7 and installable in under a week, VenHub is designed for high-traffic environments, such as transit centers, airports, and city hubs, where speed, security, and efficiency are in high demand. Instead of relying on cashiers or attendants, VenHub uses two industrial robotic arms, named Barb and Peter, to handle all product selection and delivery. The process is simple yet futuristic.

Customers place their orders through the VenHub app, pay digitally, and receive a QR code. Upon arrival at the store, the customer scans the code at a secure pickup window. One of the robotic arms then retrieves the items from storage and delivers them to the window within about 90 seconds. The entire transaction is seamless, contactless, and designed to eliminate the frustrations of traditional vending machines or checkout lines.

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A fully autonomous, AI-powered smart store. (VenHub)

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The technology powering VenHub

VenHub’s foundation is a sophisticated blend of robotics, artificial intelligence, and real-time analytics. The robotic arms are similar to those used in automotive manufacturing, engineered for speed, precision, and reliability. Rather than attempting to mimic human appearance, these arms are optimized for repetitive, high-accuracy tasks that are perfect for retail fulfillment.

Artificial intelligence drives every aspect of store operations. AI algorithms manage inventory by tracking purchasing patterns, adjusting stock levels, and predicting demand based on time of day, location, and customer behavior. Machine vision allows the robots to accurately identify products and handle them with minimal errors or downtime. The entire system is connected through IoT sensors, providing real-time data on inventory, system health, and order status. This data-driven approach enables VenHub to operate efficiently, minimize waste, and ensure popular items are always available.

From the customer’s perspective, everything is managed through a mobile app. This app handles payment, order tracking, and pickup notifications, creating a frictionless and transparent shopping experience. On the backend, analytics continually refine operations, making each store smarter over time.

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A fully autonomous, AI-powered smart store. (VenHub)

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Why VenHub’s model could change retail nationwide

VenHub’s model offers significant advantages that could reshape retail across the country. The rapid setup time enables these stores to quickly appear in busy locations, ranging from transportation hubs to college campuses and urban centers. Since the store operates around the clock without breaks, it maximizes both convenience for shoppers and revenue for operators. Eliminating on-site staff dramatically reduces overhead, allowing for competitive pricing and improved profitability.

Security is a major focus for VenHub. The store uses bulletproof glass to protect inventory and customers. If one robot requires maintenance, the other can take over, ensuring reliable service with minimal downtime. VenHub’s design is also environmentally conscious, featuring compact, energy-efficient layouts and optional solar power compatibility to reduce its carbon footprint. Each store can be customized to fit local demand, whether that means stocking snacks, electronics, or other essentials.

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AI-powered smart store app. (VenHub)

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The human factor: Are robots replacing jobs or creating new ones?

A common concern with automation is the impact on jobs. VenHub’s robots do replace some traditional retail roles, but the company emphasizes that new opportunities are emerging. Skilled workers are needed to maintain, restock, and support the automated systems, shifting the workforce toward higher-paying, tech-focused positions. This trend reflects a broader shift in the economy, where automation often transforms jobs rather than eliminating them.

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A fully autonomous, AI-powered smart store. (VenHub)

VenHub smart store pricing and ownership: What you need to know

If you’re considering bringing a VenHub Smart Store to your city, here’s a quick breakdown of the costs and what’s included. The price for a VenHub Smart Store ranges from $250,000 to $275,000, depending on your chosen configuration. To secure your spot in the production queue, you’ll need a $2,500 pre-order deposit, which is fully refundable up until production begins. Financing is available through select financial institutions, with some buyers qualifying for up to 100% financing. However, all arrangements are handled directly between you and the lender; VenHub does not influence approval decisions.

Once you own a VenHub Smart Store, it’s yours outright; there are no leases or franchise agreements. You have complete control over pricing, inventory, and restocking, and you can manage replenishment yourself or use VenHub’s preferred fulfillment partners. A monthly software-as-a-service fee of $2,500 covers software updates, AI analytics, remote monitoring, and cloud-based management tools. If you require additional support, an optional maintenance package is available for $1,300 per month, which includes servicing and preventive care.

VenHub does not secure locations for you, but they do offer guidance on choosing high-traffic spots, such as shopping centers, universities, business districts, or commuter hubs, to help maximize your store’s performance. With high demand and expanding production capacity, VenHub is working to deliver stores to new owners as quickly as possible across the country.

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A fully autonomous, AI-powered smart store. (VenHub)

Kurt’s key takeaways

VenHub truly feels like a glimpse into the future of shopping. Watching robots like Barb and Peter grab your order in just seconds is pretty impressive, but what’s even more remarkable is that this technology is already making shopping quicker, safer, and a whole lot easier. As these smart stores start popping up in more places across the country, they might totally change not just how we shop. It’s interesting to consider that this kind of smart, connected retail experience could soon become something we all use every day, without even thinking twice about it.

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Lawyer slams Mountain West over transgender volleyball player investigation

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EXCLUSIVE: San Jose State University’s transgender volleyball player controversy reignited last week. Fox News Digital reported that the Mountain West Conference hired the same law firm to investigate the trans athlete’s misconduct allegations that the conference was using to defend the athlete’s eligibility for the conference tournament in court. 

The White House released a statement addressing the revelation, and now the lawyer leading a lawsuit against SJSU and the Mountain West on behalf of 11 current or former conference women’s athletes, William Bock, has spoken out against the conference in the aftermath of the revelation. 

“It is outrageous, improper, and deceptive that the MWC hired the same law firm to both conduct a supposedly independent investigation of its member SJSU and defend the MWC in a federal lawsuit about MWC’s joint conduct and actions with SJSU,” Bock said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital. 

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Fox News Digital reported on June 24 that the Mountain West hired the firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher (WFG) to investigate allegations against Blaire Fleming of conspiring with an opponent to have teammate Brooke Slusser harmed during an Oct. 3 game. 

The Mountain West hired the firm to handle the investigation in the same month that the same firm represented the conference to protect Fleming’s eligibility in a request for preliminary injunction to have the trans athlete disqualified from women’s competition and the conference tournament.  

Brooke Slusser and Blaire Fleming of the San Jose State Spartans call a play during the first set against the Air Force Falcons at Falcon Court at East Gym on October 19, 2024 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.  (Andrew Wevers/Getty Images)

The investigation closed after just three days, and documents obtained by Fox News Digital showed that investigators repeatedly incorrectly dated the game as being played on Oct. 2. 

The WFG attorney who led the investigation into allegations against Fleming, Tim Heaphy, later offered the school legal counsel to help it navigate a federal Title IX investigation over the same situation, as seen in public records obtained by Fox News Digital. The offer was declined.

Bock said the revelation “astonished” him. 

“I was astonished to learn WFG was representing the MWC against Brooke Slusser’s lawsuit at the same time another lawyer from that firm was supposedly independently investigating the attempt to injure Brooke and whether SJSU and the MWC adequately investigated those facts,” Bock’s statement continued.

“Hiring WFG to perform such conflicted and mutually exclusive roles suggests that Commissioner Nevarez and the MWC had no interest in discovering the truth. Instead, the MWC has long been focused solely upon advancing the interests of SJSU and pushing the narrative that men should be allowed in women’s college sports locker rooms and showers and to compete against women in college sports.” 

Bock called for the U.S. Department of Education to look into the situation.

“The report from Fox News provides more evidence of the MWC’s scheme to work side-by-side with SJSU to promote trans ideology and harm women athletes while hiding the truth from the public. The conclusions from the WFG investigator favoring MWC’s and SJSU’s positions in federal court allowed his law partners to continue to milk the MWC for legal fees and then positioned that same investigator to later seek to monetize his relationship with the MWC to defend SJSU in a federal investigation over the very claims he supposedly ‘independently’ investigated,” Bock’s statement said. 

“These shocking revelations of conflicts of interest entirely discredit the MWC and will hopefully be fully investigated in the reported probe of SJSU’s conduct by the U.S. Department of Education. Certainly, this investigator is likely to become a key witness in Brooke Slusser’s federal lawsuit against the MWC and SJSU, as his hiring and conduct is additional evidence that the MWC worked hand-in-glove with SJSU and was far more concerned with promoting a narrative than protecting women.” 

Bock leads Slusser’s lawsuit against SJSU and the Mountain West, and also leads a larger lawsuit against the NCAA led by former college swimmer and current “OutKick” host Riley Gaines.

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Bock previously called the conference’s investigation into Fleming’s allegations “inadequate, and anything but thorough” in a Nov. 17 statement and called for the evidence to be disclosed.  

No evidence was ever disclosed by the conference, as Fleming went on to finish out the season, earn all-conference honors and even led SJSU all the way to the Mountain West championship game. The trans athlete traveled and roomed alongside female teammates to Las Vegas in the final week of November for the conference tournament.

After leading the investigation that cleared Fleming’s charges in November, Heaphy reached back out to San Jose State’s university legal counsel Dustin May on Feb. 6, offering to help navigate a federal probe. President Donald Trump just signed an executive order to try and enforce that mandate just weeks into his presidency on Feb. 5. And just one day after that, Trump’s Department of Education launched an investigation into SJSU over the Fleming situation. 

May declined Heaphy’s offer on Feb. 18, but Heaphy responded the next day, writing, “Please let me know if we can help in any way on this or other issues.” 

None of WFG’s attorneys have been accused of violating any applicable rules of professional conduct.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the Mountain West, San Jose State and Willkie Farr & Gallagher for a response to Bock’s statement. 

The DOE’s investigation into SJSU’s handling of the situation involving Fleming is ongoing.

The White House provided a statement addressing the recent revelations to Fox News Digital. 

“President Trump is committed to ending the dangerous and unfair participation of men in women’s sports and restoring common sense. President Trump will continue to speak out and take immediate action against schools that are jeopardizing the safety of female athletes,” White House spokesperson Liz Huston said.

Meanwhile, Bock is continuing his lawsuit against SJSU and the Mountain West on behalf of Slusser and the other 10 players on the lawsuit. 

Bock’s office filed a response to motions to dismiss the case on June 23. The response made mention of the allegations against Fleming of misconduct.

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WFG and the Mountain West’s legal battle to keep the trans athlete in the women’s tournament was successful, as federal Judge Kato Crews, appointed by President Joe Biden in January 2024, ruled in favor of Fleming’s eligibility on Nov. 25. 

Two days later, after a failed appeal by the plaintiffs, the firm posted an online press release announcing the legal victory to keep Fleming eligible to play. 

But that webpage has since been deleted. Fox News Digital asked why the page no longer exists, but Willkie Farr & Gallagher did not respond to the inquiry.

Archived data shows the original press release stating, “Willkie secured a high-profile win for collegiate athletic conference Mountain West Conference in a suit brought by members of San Jose State University’s women’s volleyball team and other Mountain West teams that played against SJSU.” 

Fox News Digital previously reached out to the Mountain West, Willkie Farr & Gallagher, San Jose State University and its head volleyball coach Todd Kress regarding the previous findings. No response has been provided by those parties.

May’s office initially responded to Fox News Digital’s request for comment after providing the public records, requesting a list of questions and background information be provided before speaking. Fox News Digital did not provide the information or list of comments, and requested a virtual or phone interview. 

May’s office then responded with the statement, “Any speculation that the firm or attorney mentioned in your inquiry represented SJSU or the CSU is unfounded.” Fox News Digital had not posed that question or any other stipulation, only an interview request, at that point. 

Fox News Digital later followed up with May’s office requesting an interview to address other questions, and fulfilled his office’s request to provide background information on what would be discussed. 

May’s office responded saying, “He will not be available,” and has not responded to request for further comment.

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Jackson Thompson is a sports writer for Fox News Digital. He previously worked for ESPN and Business Insider. Jackson has covered the Super Bowl and NBA Finals, and has interviewed iconic figures Usain Bolt, Rob Gronkowski, Jerry Rice, Troy Aikman, Mike Trout, David Ortiz and Roger Clemens.

Sleep expert shares cooling techniques for better sleep during summer heat

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Sleeping during the hot summer months can be a struggle for some.

It’s necessary for the body to cool down for optimal rest — so what’s the best way to harness a good night’s sleep during periods of extreme heat?

Dr. Michael Gradisar, head of sleep science at the sleep app Sleep Cycle in Australia, shared some tips with Fox News Digital.

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The body naturally releases heat from the hands, feet and face when preparing for sleep, according to the expert.

When the environment is too warm, the body cannot shed heat effectively, making it more difficult to fall and stay asleep.

Sleeping in a room that’s too warm impairs the body’s natural movement to shed heat at night, an expert said. (iStock)

“Overheating during the night also disrupts sleep, in the form of more frequent awakenings, night sweats and/or reduced sleep quality,” Gradisar said.

“And for those already prone to rumination or insomnia, high nighttime temperatures act as an added stressor, making it even more likely they’ll wake up and struggle to drift off again.” 

This can result in fragmented sleep and groggy mornings, he warned.

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To increase sleep quality despite the heat, Gradisar offered the following guidance.

1. Adjust your environment

To keep the room well-regulated for sleep, Gradisar suggested opening the windows early in the evening to let in cooler air and closing them before bedtime to reduce noise.

“Keep your bedroom cool, dark and quiet,” he advised.

Using a fan or air conditioning to circulate air will also support heat transfer from your body and help prevent night sweats, according to Gradisar.

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Using a fan or air conditioner helps circulate cool air and prevent night sweats, the expert said. (iStock)

2. Cool down with water

While drinking water is great for internal hydration on hot nights, Gradisar also suggested taking a cool shower or bath — or going for an evening swim — before bed.

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Immersing yourself in cool water will help lower the body’s core temperature, he said.

3. Consider your bedding

If your bedding gets too warm, the expert suggested removing your blanket for 30 to 60 seconds, then re-covering once cooled.

When sleeping with a partner, sharing the same duvet or blanket means also sharing each other’s body heat.

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Gradisar recommended considering the Scandinavian sleep method, in which a couple uses separate duvets to avoid sharing too much heat.

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Your bedding could make you warmer in the summer depending on the material, experts warn. (iStock)

The expert also urged caution when using cooling blankets, as the “scientific evidence of their effectiveness is small.”

Wearing breathable pajamas and using natural, “heat-wicking” bedding will help keep you cooler, he said.

4. Limit alcohol consumption

Drinking even moderate amounts of alcohol before bed increases the likelihood of waking up during the night, according to Gradisar.

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Alcohol intake also speeds up the heart rate and widens blood vessels, bringing an initial warmth to the skin, and impairs the body’s ability to regulate temperature, research has shown.

Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.

Burial site from Viking era containing elite family treasures discovered in Denmark

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Archaeologists recently found an artifact-filled Viking-era burial site in Denmark — revealing treasures that once belonged to an elite family.

The discovery was announced by Moesgaard Museum (MOMU), a regional Danish museum, in a June statement. 

The graveyard was found in the village of Lisbjerg, located north of the major Danish city of Aarhus.

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Archaeologists found 30 graves containing a vast number of burial gifts, including beads and coins. 

Ceramics were also found at the site, along with gold thread, scissors and “an unusual casket with beads,” officials said.

Archaeologists recently uncovered a Viking-era burial site in Denmark with 30 graves containing treasures like beads and coins. (JAMES BROOKS/AFP via Getty Images)

The site also retained the bones and teeth of the deceased.

In a statement translated from Danish to English, officials noted the graves “contain a number of spectacular items that may indicate connections to the Danish royal power.”

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They added, “Aarhus was one of Denmark’s most important and oldest cities during the Viking era, serving as a center for the king and international trade … Aros and Lisbjerg were closely connected by the old main road, which ran from the Viking city to the manor.”

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Archaeologists also uncovered coins at the site, which they carefully extracted from the ground. (JAMES BROOKS/AFP via Getty Images)

One discovery of particular interest was a silver-plated oak casket that likely belonged to a high-status woman. 

“Together, [the finds] paint a picture of an aristocratic environment linked to royal power, which was part of the Vikings’ extensive and dynamic world.”

The grave contained a brooch, needle and a filigree bead, made by twisting fine threads of metal into ornate designs.

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Mads Ravn, head of local cultural heritage at MOMU, said the grave site is “very likely” connected to a Viking-era manor less than a mile away.

He noted, “The items we have found in the graves tell us that those buried were people of high status – it could be the very family from the manor that is buried here.”

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One of the site’s many artifacts included a Viking-era ceramic bowl, which was left as a grave offering. (JAMES BROOKS/AFP via Getty Images)

Kasper H. Andersen, a historian at MOMU, said the recent finds are “part of a series of previous remarkable discoveries in the Aarhus area.”

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He added, “Together, they paint a picture of an aristocratic environment linked to royal power, which was part of the Vikings’ extensive and dynamic world.”

The Viking Age lasted from roughly 800 A.D. to 1050 A.D.

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A historian said the recent finds are “part of a series of previous remarkable discoveries in the Aarhus area.” (JAMES BROOKS/AFP via Getty Images)

Artifacts from that era continue to be discovered throughout Europe by archaeologists and hobbyists alike.

In April, Swedish archaeologists announced the discovery of an “unusual” Viking-era coffin.

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Before that, two curious metal detectorists found a 1,000-year-old Viking “wallet” last year.

UK punk-rap duo condemned for ‘Death to the IDF’ chants at Glastonbury

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A punk-rap duo out of the United Kingdom that shouted, “Death to the IDF,” and “Free Palestine” during their set at the Glastonbury Festival, is now being condemned by political and festival officials for their actions.

London-based Bob Vylan describes itself on X as the “prettiest punk/rap/alt thing you’ll ever meet.” With songs like “We Live Here,” “Dream Bigger,” “Makes Me Violent,” and “Terms & Conditions,” the duo mixes elements of rap and punk.

The duo performed a high-energy set at Glastonbury Festival on Saturday, whic ultimately turned into a political podium for the group’s singer to shout out anti-Israel rhetoric.

While holding the microphone, singer Bobby Vylan shouted, “Death, death to the IDF [Israel Defense Forces],” several times before turning the microphone toward the crowd to get attendees to repeat the chant. The IDF is the national military of Israel. Videos from the crowd’s view showed several Palestinian flags waving as the performer and attendees shouted back and forth.

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Bob Vylan performing on the West Holts stage during the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset on Saturday June 28, 2025. (Yui Mok/PA Images via Getty Images)

At one point, Vylan shouted “Free, Free, Free Palestine,” and again, had some in the crowd repeat what he said.

Before returning to his set, though, Vylan ended the chant and said, “Hell yeah, from the river to the sea. Palestine must be, will be inshallah, it will be free.”

Videos of the chants spread across the internet like crazy, and now British police in Somerset and Avon are reviewing the videos to “determine whether any offenses may have been committed that would require a criminal investigation.”

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To the backdrop of a Palestinian flag, Bobby Vylan of British duo Bob Vylan performs on the West Holts Stage on the fourth day of the Glastonbury festival at Worthy Farm in the village of Pilton in Somerset, south-west England, on June 28, 2025. (OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

The BBC reported that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Bob Vylan for calling on the death of Israeli troops with the use of “appalling hate speech.”

The BBC, which broadcast the festival live, has reportedly chosen to remove the duo’s set from its iPlayer.

The BBC said it issued a warning on screen about “very strong and discriminatory language” during the live stream, The Associated Press reported.

Festival organizers did not take the comments lightly and have since released a statement on Instagram saying, “Glastonbury Festival was created in 1970 as a place for people to come together and rejoice in music, the arts and the best of human endeavour.”

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Bobby Vylan of Bob Vylan crowdsurfs in front of the West Holts stage during day four of Glastonbury festival 2025 at Worthy Farm, Pilton, on June 28, 2025, in Glastonbury, England. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

“As a festival, we stand against all forms of war and terrorism. We will always believe in – and actively campaign for – hope, unity, peace and love,” the statement read. “With almost 4,000 performances at Glastonbury 2025, there will inevitably be artists and speakers appearing on our stages whose views we do not share, and a performer’s presence here should never be seen as a tacit endorsement of their opinions and beliefs.

“However, we are appalled by the statements made from the West Holts stage by Bob Vylan yesterday,” the statement continued. “Their chants very much crossed a line and we are urgently reminding everyone involved in the production of the Festival that there is no place at Glastonbury for antisemitism, hate speech or incitement to violence.”

Another group, Kneecap, also performed on Saturday despite a terror charge for one of its members over allegedly supporting Hezbollah. During the performance, Kneecap led a huge crowd in chants of “Free Palestine.”

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Famously known as Britain’s biggest summer music festival, Glastonbury draws a crowd of nearly 200,000 music fans every year to Worthy Farm in southwest England. About 4,000 acts perform during the festival on 120 stages.

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Woman refuses to cancel Europe trip for boyfriend’s ‘dying’ mother and internet has her back

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A personal drama has gone viral online as a young woman reached out to others for help in navigating her sticky travel situation.

After a great deal of back and forth, she said she’s now “refusing to help my boyfriend’s dying mother while planning a trip to Europe” — and wondered what others thought.

Fox News Digital reached out to a clinical psychologist for insight as people on Reddit weighed in on the drama.

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Describing herself as 25 years old, the woman said she lives with her boyfriend — and about a month ago, his mom “began claiming she’s dying of cancer, but no diagnosis has been confirmed. Every hospital visit ends with her being sent home. A nurse even [said] she might be faking,” the woman wrote.

The mother asked to “stay one night” at the couple’s small apartment, which “turned into a week of chaos,” said the young woman. 

A woman writing on Reddit said she’s “refusing to help my boyfriend’s dying mother while planning a trip to Europe” — and she asked others for their honest opinions of her difficult situation. (iStock)

“The apartment smelled awful, everything had to be dark and silent, and she constantly demanded help,” the woman wrote. 

Then the mother “suggested we move in with her, an hour from our jobs/school.”

The young woman said she’s a full-time student currently holding two jobs, and she began “falling behind.”

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Her boyfriend changed his full-time job to a fully remote position so he could care for his mother, the young woman added.

The health updates “were always shifting,” however, she said. “MRI, canceled surgery, then chemo postponed due to infection, then E. coli. Always a new reason. No clear diagnosis or paperwork,” she continued.

The young woman then described a scenario in which “we were supposed to take her to the ER … but we ended up staying 16 hours [at the mother’s home] doing chores. I folded 420 clothing items, cleaned the whole house, and felt like her unpaid maid. Not a single please or thank you.”

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A young woman on Reddit described the work she’s been doing for her boyfriend’s mother, who is apparently ill — and now the young woman is questioning the entire situation as she plans a trip to Europe.  (iStock)

She went on, “She was stalling to go to the ER, and when we finally got there at 5 a.m., she said she’d check herself in and sent us home. Three hours later, she called again, sobbing for help. She had been rejected by the ER.” 

Wrote the woman, “I suspect she faked it.”

The young woman said she and her boyfriend had been “skipping meals, losing sleep and falling behind at work to help her.” 

“If it were your mom, would you help her?” 

To further complicate things, the mother’s boyfriend, an apparent alcoholic, began sending the young couple “aggressive texts” — then “later apologized,” according to the thread. 

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The mother then “called again begging for help. But this time, she wanted me … I needed that weekend to study for final exams. And going to that house alone seemed sketchy.”

The young woman said she’s now planning a “Europe trip to see my mom, whom I haven’t seen in over a year.”

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A woman wondered if she was wrong for “going home to Europe” to see her own mother while her boyfriend’s mother suffers from an array of problems.  (iStock)

While the boyfriend said he supports her trip of several weeks, he also told her she was being “a little selfish,” the woman wrote.

The boyfriend apparently asked her, “If I were dying, would you quit your job to be with me?” and “If it were your mom, would you help her?” 

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The woman said she “felt pressured to say yes. But truth is, my family wouldn’t lie to me or use me like this.”

The woman concluded that she “loves” her boyfriend and wants “to be there for him. But I don’t trust his mom, and this is starting to affect our relationship.” 

She then wondered if she was wrong for “going home to Europe.”

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A woman writing on Reddit (not pictured) is conflicted about her own trip to Europe and her boyfriend’s apparently ailing mother.  (iStock)

Some 5,000 people have reacted to the personal situation to date — with the vast majority siding with the stressed young woman.

“Why is his family more important than yours?”

Wrote a top commenter, “I know you love your boyfriend, but you need to ask yourself if you’re willing to give up your own life for him and his mom, because it’s never going to stop. It could stop if he chooses to set boundaries, but it doesn’t sound like he’ll do that.”

Wrote another person, “Break up. Move out. Go on vacation. Stop dealing with crazy mom and [boyfriend].”

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Said yet another individual, “Why is his family more important than yours? I would tell him that he should move her to assisted living or an apartment and hire help. Let him know that while you love him, you are not lighting your future on fire to help someone who won’t help themselves.”

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And yet another person wrote, “Stay in Europe would be my advice. Sounds exhausting.”

Said another commenter, “Run! Escape!”

Maureen Mackey is managing editor of lifestyle at Fox News Digital.

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