Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
jeudi 19 mai 2016
This Insane Watermelon Skinning Trick Will Make Your Jaw Drop
We all know how to cut watermelon into cubes and slices, but how many times have your guests really been impressed with those shapes? One former NASA engineer, Mark Rober, figured out the coolest party trick that presents the fruit in a way you'd never imagine.
Rober takes two watermelons close in size - the first he skins completely by removing outer slices with a knife, then smooths its surface out with a dish scrub. The second watermelon is cut into two equal halves and then gutted entirely. Place the skinned watermelon into the empty vessel, and you've got yourself a twist-apart melon.
Watch the video and try it out for yourself!
If This Theory About Jane the Virgin's Next Season Is True, the Show Is Taking a Huge Turn
If you haven't seen Jane the Virgin's finale episode, turn back now. All the rest of you, come on in.
The final episode of season two is a real shocker: Jane and Michael get married, but on their all-important wedding night, Michael is shot by his partner Susanna, who is revealed to be Rose. It's very unlikely that he survives, unless for some reason he thinks to wear a bullet-proof vest on his wedding day. The finale is a cliffhanger of epic proportions, and while we can deduce that season three will focus on Jane coming to terms with Michael's passing, there is another hint in the episode about what's to come.
The episode's minor subplot revolves around Jane changing her thesis. Jane has always been preoccupied with romance, and her previous thesis reflects not only her fixation with the "perfect romance," but the show's plot about her getting married to the man of her dreams.
"I can't spend an entire year working on something I'm not passionate about," Jane tells Professor Donaldson on the finale. If the theory holds true that Jane's writing mirrors what happens on the show, that means her current path is changing along with her thesis. Jane can't spend next season settling into boring old married life with Michael, it wouldn't be passionate enough for the pseudo telenovela! But then what does next season hold?
"I know what my new thesis should be. It's a love story loosely based on my grandparents," Jane says. "It'll start in Venezuela and explore class differences, religion, sexual stigma, their journey to America - I may even make it bilingual even!" This doesn't mean that season three will be all about Alba, but it might mean that Jane's path will closely follow Alba's. After all, like her grandmother, Jane is (probably) also a widow now. It also means that next season will be more serious than seasons one and two, exploring real issues.
If you're thinking that this sounds like a stretch, consider the character of Professor Donaldson. She has served as a surrogate for the writers before, like the time she brought up whether Jane's writing would follow the Bechdel test, then the entire episode becomes one giant Bechdel test. On the finale, the narrator brings up that the professor "hates the marriage plot," right as Jane is shifting her thesis from romance to reality. The professor (and the board) accept Jane's new thesis proposal, possibly signaling that the writers are taking a new direction on the new season.
If Snapchat and Instagram Had a Baby, It Would Be This App
Start making space on your phone. There's a new app called Epic, which combines Instagram's and Snapchat's best features. We bet you'll start using it every day. And the app icon is a unicorn!
To use it, first you need to sign up. Then, you'll recognize a familiar screen that looks like Snapchat's. Take a photo or video, put emoji stickers or filters on it, and hit "Save Moment." That's when you'll really see how different it is. You can either save it to your Story, which disappears after 24 hours, or create a another Story that will last for a set amount of time you choose - including forever. Just like Snapchat's stories, you can add more photos and videos to a Story you've made.
The app idea came about when POPSUGAR's CEO, Brian Sugar, was playing around with Snapchat's Story feature. For him, there were some key features missing. He wanted a new app that would take Snapchat's storytelling and combine it with the social features of Instagram and Pinterest's organization. That's exactly what you get when you peruse the app. Plus, it's a way to finally keep some of your most treasured moments - like those of concerts or trips - saved and viewable over and over again. "It's the new camcorder," said Sugar. Except this time, you will get to see your memories, sans your dad forgetting to set it up and show it off.
As for the app itself, your profile looks like Instagram's and people can view all the stories you've posted. Friends and family can "like," comment, repost, and tag people in comments. You can double tap on a photo or video in a Story and see a feed of what the Story includes. The best part is being able to mention people in a Moment; just write their handle with the @ sign and they'll get a notification letting them know about it. During beta testing, plenty of people were addicted to it in the POPSUGAR offices. Like the sound of that? You can download Epic right now for iOS. An example of what your feed looks like is below.
If you're looking for another awesome way to connect with friends, this is it!
14 Facts About How Teens Use the Internet That Will Make Your Jaw Drop
It's no secret that teens love their smartphones and boast about how much they use them in different ways. But we never imagined teens spend about nine hours a day looking at their phones to hear music, watch TV, go on social media, text, and more. That's why the team at Rawhide Boys Ranch decided to look at the data and examine exactly how teens use tech products and what every parent can learn from it.
As you'll see, teens use smartphones for most of their consumption - 46 percent total. It makes total sense, considering teens use their phones to text while studying, to watch TV while doing homework, and to post to social media while in class. Parents are totally worried, with one in three thinking about how this will affect their kids in regards to online safety, sleep deprivation, reduced physical activity, and sliding grades. Check out the full infographic below to learn more and see what you can do to help out your kid - like a smartphone detox challenge.
10 Tips to Start Using Spotify Like a Pro
It's time to up your game - your Spotify game, that is. Whether you're a power user or not, there are plenty of tips to learn that will enhance your listening experience. This includes adding music from your iTunes to Spotify and offline listening. Check out the tricks we think are the most useful to know when it comes to this streaming service, and don't forget to clean your earphones before jamming out.
This Insane Watermelon Skinning Trick Will Make Your Jaw Drop
We all know how to cut watermelon into cubes and slices, but how many times have your guests really been impressed with those shapes? One former NASA engineer, Mark Rober, figured out the coolest party trick that presents the fruit in a way you'd never imagine.
Rober takes two watermelons close in size - the first he skins completely by removing outer slices with a knife, then smooths its surface out with a dish scrub. The second watermelon is cut into two equal halves and then gutted entirely. Place the skinned watermelon into the empty vessel, and you've got yourself a twist-apart melon.
Watch the video and try it out for yourself!
Queen Letizia Wears the 1 Outfit You Need For Those Warm Summer Days at the Office
Finding the perfect work-appropriate outfit for Summer is no easy feat, but Queen Letizia of Spain just wore the one you'll want to re-create over and over again. And you might already have everything you need in your closet.
While tending to her royal duties on a warm day in Madrid, Letizia paired a breezy pair of white cropped pants - an essential as the weather heats up - with a trendy blush-toned sleeveless blouse and flesh-toned pumps, resulting in an effortlessly bright and fresh look.
With only one accessory in sight (drop earrings), this ensemble is a minimalist's dream. All you have to do to complete her look is pull your hair back in a low bun and apply your favorite mauve lipstick. Keep scrolling to get inspired by even more pictures (and shop for your own pair of Summer-ready white pants). Then, take a scroll through Letizia's style evolution.
Queen Letizia Wears the 1 Outfit You Need For Those Warm Summer Days at the Office
Finding the perfect work-appropriate outfit for Summer is no easy feat, but Queen Letizia of Spain just wore the one you'll want to re-create over and over again. And you might already have everything you need in your closet.
While tending to her royal duties on a warm day in Madrid, Letizia paired a breezy pair of white cropped pants - an essential as the weather heats up - with a trendy blush-toned sleeveless blouse and flesh-toned pumps, resulting in an effortlessly bright and fresh look.
With only one accessory in sight (drop earrings), this ensemble is a minimalist's dream. All you have to do to complete her look is pull your hair back in a low bun and apply your favorite mauve lipstick. Keep scrolling to get inspired by even more pictures (and shop for your own pair of Summer-ready white pants). Then, take a scroll through Letizia's style evolution.
Healthy lifestyle 'stacks the deck' for cancer prevention
Up to 40 per cent of cancer cases and about half of cancer deaths among some Americans might be prevented through four healthy habits, researchers estimate.
Tight Lower Back? Get on the Floor and Try This
Tight hips and a tight lower back are common complaints among runners and cyclists, so here's a relaxing stretch that will stretch both. It's similar to Half Happy Baby, but with this variation, both knees are bent at the same time.
| Sanskrit Name: Ananda Balasana English Translation: Happy Baby Pose Also Called: Dead Bug |
- Begin lying flat on your back.
- Bend both knees and hold onto the outside edges of your flexed feet with your hands. Keep your arms on the outsides of your legs.
- Gently use your upper body strength to equally press both knees to the floor below your armpits. Try not to tense your shoulders or chest, but keep everything relaxed.
- Stay like this for five deep breaths. To release, let go of your feet and straighten your legs to the floor.
Brace Yourself For the Horrifying Trailer For The Purge: Election Year
If you've seen the previous two Purge movies, then you know the general gist of what to expect from The Purge: Election Year. The horror franchise is taking advantage of of the upcoming election by releasing a politically themed version of its tried formula on July 1, ahead of the Independence Day holiday. Elizabeth Mitchell is starring as a politician running on a platform that includes getting rid of The Purge for good. She has firsthand experience; 15 years earlier, her entire family was killed on a Purge night. If the previous movies creeped you out, this trailer will scare your pants off. Take a look, and find out what other horror movies are hitting theaters this Summer!
Peaky Blinders Season 3 Gets a Premiere Date and a Badass Trailer
When I say Peaky Blinders, there's a good chance you either have no idea what I'm talking about or you've begun salivating. That's because the British series is one of the best shows on TV, and if you've watched the first two seasons on Netflix, you're probably as obsessed as I am. In fact, it's one of my recommendations if you're still missing Sons of Anarchy. A dreamy-eyed Cillian Murphy plays Tommy Shelby, the leader of a street gang in post-WWI England. It feels like ages since season two was released (because it has been ages), but the trailer for season three is here and it provides us with some good intel about the upcoming episodes. Take a look, and check out what else we know!
The CW Fall Schedule Gives Supernatural a New Night
The CW's Fall schedule is here, and a lot of things have changed. Even though the network pulled the plug on Containment, there are a few new shows to look forward to, including No Tomorrow and Frequency. While some returning shows have stayed on the same night, others have made quite the shift. The Originals and Reign aren't even on the list yet! Check out when you should set your DVR so you don't miss a moment of your favorite shows.
MONDAY
8 p.m. - Supergirl
9 p.m. - Jane the Virgin
TUESDAY
8 p.m. - The Flash
9 p.m. - No Tomorrow*
WEDNESDAY
8 p.m. - Arrow
9 p.m. - Frequency*
THURSDAY
8 p.m. - Legends of Tomorrow
9 p.m. - Supernatural
FRIDAY
8 p.m. - The Vampire Diaries
9 p.m. - Crazy Ex Girlfriend
COMING MIDSEASON
The Originals
The 100
iZombie
Reign
Riverdale*
*New show
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Man saves friend's life with opiate overdose drug in pilot's first success story
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'I've been looking at a lie': Expecting moms say clinic gave them identical ultrasound photos
A group of expecting mothers is outraged after receiving identical ultrasound photos from a clinic in Pickering. For more than twenty parents, what they thought was their first glimpse of their babies, was actually a generic printout of someone else's child.
Tight Lower Back? Get on the Floor and Try This
Tight hips and a tight lower back are common complaints among runners and cyclists, so here's a relaxing stretch that will stretch both. It's similar to Half Happy Baby, but with this variation, both knees are bent at the same time.
| Sanskrit Name: Ananda Balasana English Translation: Happy Baby Pose Also Called: Dead Bug |
- Begin lying flat on your back.
- Bend both knees and hold onto the outside edges of your flexed feet with your hands. Keep your arms on the outsides of your legs.
- Gently use your upper body strength to equally press both knees to the floor below your armpits. Try not to tense your shoulders or chest, but keep everything relaxed.
- Stay like this for five deep breaths. To release, let go of your feet and straighten your legs to the floor.
If Snapchat and Instagram Had a Baby, It Would Be This App
Start making space on your phone. There's a new app called Epic, which combines Instagram's and Snapchat's best features. We bet you'll start using it every day. And the app icon is a unicorn!
To use it, first you need to sign up. Then, you'll recognize a familiar screen that looks like Snapchat's. Take a photo or video, put emoji stickers or filters on it, and hit "Save Moment." That's when you'll really see how different it is. You can either save it to your Story, which disappears after 24 hours, or create a another Story that will last for a set amount of time you choose - including forever. Just like Snapchat's stories, you can add more photos and videos to a Story you've made.
The app idea came about when POPSUGAR's CEO, Brian Sugar, was playing around with Snapchat's Story feature. For him, there were some key features missing. He wanted a new app that would take Snapchat's storytelling and combine it with the social features of Instagram and Pinterest's organization. That's exactly what you get when you peruse the app. Plus, it's a way to finally keep some of your most treasured moments - like those of concerts or trips - saved and viewable over and over again. "It's the new camcorder," said Sugar. Except this time, you will get to see your memories, sans your dad forgetting to set it up and show it off.
As for the app itself, your profile looks like Instagram's and people can view all the stories you've posted. Friends and family can "like," comment, repost, and tag people in comments. You can double tap on a photo or video in a Story and see a feed of what the Story includes. The best part is being able to mention people in a Moment; just write their handle with the @ sign and they'll get a notification letting them know about it. During beta testing, plenty of people were addicted to it in the POPSUGAR offices. Like the sound of that? You can download Epic right now for iOS. An example of what your feed looks like is below.
If you're looking for another awesome way to connect with friends, this is it!
10 Things to Know About Eva Longoria's Fiancé, José Antonio Bastón
Now that Eva Longoria is set to marry longtime boyfriend José Antonio Bastón in Mexico on the weekend of May 21, we'd love to get to know more about the groom before the superattractive couple ties the knot in front of friends and family in what is sure to be the wedding of the season. You too? Then, scroll ahead to find out everything we could find about José Antonio - from his big-shot job title to his nickname and what he thinks about Eva's part in Desperate Housewives.
Brace Yourself For the Horrifying Trailer For The Purge: Election Year
If you've seen the previous two Purge movies, then you know the general gist of what to expect from The Purge: Election Year. The horror franchise is taking advantage of of the upcoming election by releasing a politically themed version of its tried formula on July 1, ahead of the Independence Day holiday. Elizabeth Mitchell is starring as a politician running on a platform that includes getting rid of The Purge for good. She has firsthand experience; 15 years earlier, her entire family was killed on a Purge night. If the previous movies creeped you out, this trailer will scare your pants off. Take a look, and find out what other horror movies are hitting theaters this Summer!
Peaky Blinders Season 3 Gets a Premiere Date and a Badass Trailer
When I say Peaky Blinders, there's a good chance you either have no idea what I'm talking about or you've begun salivating. That's because the British series is one of the best shows on TV, and if you've watched the first two seasons on Netflix, you're probably as obsessed as I am. In fact, it's one of my recommendations if you're still missing Sons of Anarchy. A dreamy-eyed Cillian Murphy plays Tommy Shelby, the leader of a street gang in post-WWI England. It feels like ages since season two was released (because it has been ages), but the trailer for season three is here and it provides us with some good intel about the upcoming episodes. Take a look, and check out what else we know!
The CW Fall Schedule Gives Supernatural a New Night
The CW's Fall schedule is here, and a lot of things have changed. Even though the network pulled the plug on Containment, there are a few new shows to look forward to, including No Tomorrow and Frequency. While some returning shows have stayed on the same night, others have made quite the shift. The Originals and Reign aren't even on the list yet! Check out when you should set your DVR so you don't miss a moment of your favorite shows.
MONDAY
8 p.m. - Supergirl
9 p.m. - Jane the Virgin
TUESDAY
8 p.m. - The Flash
9 p.m. - No Tomorrow*
WEDNESDAY
8 p.m. - Arrow
9 p.m. - Frequency*
THURSDAY
8 p.m. - Legends of Tomorrow
9 p.m. - Supernatural
FRIDAY
8 p.m. - The Vampire Diaries
9 p.m. - Crazy Ex Girlfriend
COMING MIDSEASON
The Originals
The 100
iZombie
Reign
Riverdale*
*New show
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Now that Eva Longoria is set to marry longtime boyfriend José Antonio Bastón in Mexico on the weekend of May 21, we'd love to get to know more about the groom before the superattractive couple ties the knot in front of friends and family in what is sure to be the wedding of the season. You too? Then, scroll ahead to find out everything we could find about José Antonio - from his big-shot job title to his nickname and what he thinks about Eva's part in Desperate Housewives.
mercredi 18 mai 2016
This Brave Guy Lived to Tell the Tale of Playing With a Wild Ocelot
We should start by saying this: unless you are a wild-animal expert, don't try to interact with them in their natural habitat or things could go horribly wrong for both of you. That being said, Coyote Peterson is an expert and knows a thing or two about many species, including ocelots. On a recent expedition to Costa Rica, Peterson and his show, Breaking Trail, explored a rainforest looking for creepy-crawlies and instead stumbled upon a young female ocelot. While fully grown ocelots are fierce animals who will quickly attack the jugular in an attempt to make a kill, this little lady was more content to crawl all over Peterson and play. Peterson points out more than once that this is, in fact, a wild animal, and you should absolutely not go searching for wild animals of your own in dark rainforests unless you know what you're doing. We think we'll leave the exploring to the pros and just sit back and watch this adorably overgrown house cat love up on Peterson.
15 Times Sebastian Stan's Character on Gossip Girl Had You Like XOXO
Sebastian Stan is making waves with his role in Captain America: Civil War, but he was stealing hearts way before he was Bucky Barnes. He has a pretty solid résumé with appearances on Once Upon a Time and The Martian, but one of his most memorable roles has to be Carter Baizen, the Upper East Side bad boy, from Gossip Girl. If you're looking for a good dose of nostalgia - as well as some delicious eye candy - take a look back at some of his hottest GIFs from the show. You know you love it!
Why the Number 17 Is So Important on Jane the Virgin
"Thirty-five hours 17 minutes to go, but who's counting?" Michael says early on in the dramatic Jane the Virgin season two finale. He's counting down the moments until the wedding - and the moment he'll get to finally have sex with Jane. But that never happens, because - major spoiler alert! - he's shot by international crime lord Sin Rostro on his way to get ice for his Champagne bucket. We're not quite sure what Michael's fate is, but the number 17 might be a clue.
First, let's examine the references. The "35 hours and 17 minutes to go" line is the first time we get a mention of the number 17, and if you were paying attention at home, you noticed that it wasn't the last. Here are the ones I caught:
- $1,700: After screwing up the honeymoon plans, Michael books the presidential suite at the Biltmore. When an annoyed Jane asks him how much it costs, he says, "Like 17-hundred bucks." Michael ends up canceling the room to satisfy Jane, which means they end up at Rafael's hotel, the scene of the shooting.
- 17 stops: After Rogelio's Rolls-Royce breaks down, Jane and her dad must take the bus. The driver tells them not once but twice that they'll arrive at the Holy Crown Church in 17 stops.
- 17 minutes late: Conveniently, Jane is 17 minutes late to her wedding.
I couldn't help but think: these writers have a thing for the number 17. So what does it mean?
The number 17 is considered unlucky in Italy - there, Friday the 17th is like Friday the 13th. In Roman numerals, 17 is written as XVII. You can use those letters to spell VIXI, which means in Latin, "I have lived." In the work of the ancient Roman philosopher Cicero, the phrase "they have lived" is used to announce an execution. Add in the fact that Cordero means lamb in Spanish, and I think the writers are trying to tell us that Michael is the show's sacrificial lamb. Based on this and other clues, I'm starting to think he's really, actually, definitely dead.
These Are the Foods Selena Gomez Absolutely, Positively Cannot Go on Tour Without
Image Source: Getty / C Flanigan
In what might be the cutest thing she's ever done, Selena Gomez drew her favorite foods - on the back of a napkin, no less - for Bon Appétit when she paid the magazine a visit back in March.
"I keep things pretty simple [backstage]," she told the magazine. "Plenty of water and pickles." However, the "Hands to Myself" singer, who is currently on her Revival tour, amps things up a bit on the bus, throwing in some hot Cheetos and chocolate. All essentials, right? To finish off her impressive sketch, Selena added a few bonus doodles, including polka dots and a heart. Find us the nearest napkin, because we're getting the itch to sketch out our favorite foods, too!
23 Cruise Hacks That Will Change Your Entire Trip
Image Source: Flickr user Roderick Eime
There's no shortage of reasons to love cruises. The gourmet dining, picture-perfect views of the water, nearly all-inclusive charges, and diverse travel in a minimized time frame make cruising one of the most enjoyable and convenient vacations to take. If you're planning to sail in the future, keep these hacks in mind. These tips are sure to make your nautical experience the best it can be!
- Turn off your phone's roaming service. Before boarding, be sure to turn off your phone's roaming service, or you'll rack up major data expenses. A cruise's WiFi can be spotty and pricey, so it may in your greatest interest to simply unplug altogether and enjoy being in the present.
- Take a tour of the ship when you first board. This way, you know where everything is right off the bat. You'll spend the next week or so exploring the neat nooks and crannies!
- Seek extra storage in the room. Be sure to ask staffers about the storage in your room - chances are, there's more space for your luggage than you realize!
Image Source: Flickr user Joe Ross
- Pack magnets. Many cabins are made of metal, so you should pack a few magnets. The decor will make your room feel more at home, and it's convenient when you want to hang up documents or photos during your stay.
- Pack a power strip. If you're cruising with multiple people, bring a power strip so you don't have to fight over open outlets. Some companies, like Disney Cruise Line, don't allow them, so check the policy before you go!
- Look for the free ice cream machines. Dessert-lovers, you won't want to miss the free ice cream machines plus toppings placed around many ships. Make it a game to find them . . . or, you know, ask an employee.
Image Source: Flickr user Nick Gray
- Bring motion sickness patches. Even if you're not usually prone to motion sickness, it's a good idea to bring a box of patches along anyway for you or the friends and family you came with. Sometimes the ship sways severely.
- Ask room service for help with nausea. You can also enlist the help of room service if you're feeling unwell. Cruise workers are used to seasick passengers, and they may bring you certain foods like apples and crackers to ease the nausea.
- Make sure you know the tipping policy for room service. Your cruise line may implement autogratuities, where a specific amount is charged to your account daily. On other ships, tips may not be necessary at all. Ask the cruise staff ahead of time, or look up the policy online.
- Plan your port days beforehand. Map out what you're going to do when you reach your destinations well before you leave the boat so you don't waste any time on land.
- Take advantage of free classes. These may be included in your cruise package and can range from exercise classes like spinning to towel art lessons. Be sure to ask around, and do your research!
Image Source: Flickr user Rob Lee
- Bring free food from the buffets with you on port days. This will save you money if you don't want to spend it on local food.
- Don't spend money on basic toiletries. Similar to a hotel, your cruise will provide these.
- Bring your own booze. Some ships allow you to take on a certain amount of your own alcohol, but some don't, so make sure you're aware of the ship's policy on this.
- Use a wallet case for your phone. Keep your cash, cards, and phone together so you don't have to drag around a purse or backpack. Also, you're less likely to lose any of these important items when they're not floating around separately.
- Nap on the lounge chairs. Feeling exhausted? Don't nap in the room. Instead, take a snooze on a lounge chair on the upper deck. The breeze and the sun are beyond relaxing - just be sure to wear SPF.
Image Source: Flickr user lynette sweeney
- Go in the pool or hot tub after dinner. Most people are off doing activities after the final meal, so the pool and hot tub should be less crowded at this time.
- See the live shows whenever you get the chance. These are well worth the money, since you can't get the same experience anywhere else. Make a point to see at least one or two!
- Make a list of all the things you want to see and do. An organized checklist will help you remember all the amazing activities you wish to dabble in. Consider devising an entire itinerary, if it's not too stressful.
- Catch a glimpse of the water during peak times. The ocean looks particularly beautiful at sunrise, sunset, and beneath the moonlight.
Image Source: Flickr user Roderick Eime
- Play trivia to make new friends. The cruise may have designated trivia times. Participating is a great way to mingle on the ship.
- Ask about exclusive ship souvenirs. Your cruise line might offer special trinkets to commemorate your trip.
- Don't wait till the last day to do everything. If something interesting on the ship jumps out at you (like a themed bar or water slide), don't put off checking it out. Trust us, your trip will
flycruise by quicker than you realize, and you'll never want to find yourself out of time.
22 Rice Recipes That Taste Like Mom's Home Cooking
Although rice is a table staple in Latin American culture, you're likely to find a uniquely different variation in just about each country. The one thing we can all agree on? Whether it's part of the main event or a simple side, there's nothing more comforting than a heaping portion of the grain at dinner (or lunch).
If you're a carnivore, you'll probably love a good arroz tapado, and if you're a vegetarian, arroz con coco is just for you - but really, the possibilities are endless and go beyond the classics. Scroll ahead to find 22 Latin rice recipes you should get to know and love soon.
Cop Sets World Record After Holding a Plank For 8 Hours, 1 Minute, and 1 Second
When you're doing a plank, 60 seconds can feel like an eternity. Now, imagine doing a plank for eight hours.
This was exactly the life of Mao Weidong, a cop in China who held the plank for exactly eight hours, one minute, and one second. It was during a showdown between him and retired US Marine George Hood that Mao managed to not only break his own 2014 plank record but also set the Guinness World Record for holding the longest plank position. His previous record was four hours and 26 seconds. And George's previous record in 2013 was three hours, seven minutes, and 15 seconds.
In the video, it seems like Mao isn't even tired from planking for so long. He impressively ended his plank position with a couple of quick push-ups that had us asking, "Mao, don't your abs and arms hurt?"
Taste the Rainbow With These Healthy and Delicious Pancakes
Add an extra dose of happiness to your morning meal with these rainbow pancakes. Stacked with six types of fruit and topped with a cloud of aquafaba (a vegan whipped "cream"), this breakfast will fill you up and delight your senses.
New family doctors may leave Nova Scotia if they can't work at walk-in clinics
Graduates from Dalhousie University medical school want the option of working in walk-in clinics to provide income and finance new practices, family medicine residents say.
You Won't Have Any Varsity Blues in Ali Larter's Breathtaking Mansion
Varsity Blues and Resident Evil franchise star Ali Larter and husband Hayes MacArthur have just sold their gorgeous contemporary home in Hollywood Hills, LA for $4.15 million, Openhouse is reporting. The three-story property went on the market at $4.295 million back in March. Why they didn't quite get asking, they still profited greatly, having purchased the home for $2.925 million in 2009.
Four bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths are featured in the open loft-style floor plan, which spans about 5,500 square feet. The boxy listing includes glass walls throughout and wide oak flooring in the second level's living room area, as well as a bar and fireplace. The chef's all-white kitchen is beautifully spacious with lacquered cabinets and marble countertops, and a huge island sits in between the dining area and top kitchen appliances. Sliding glass doors open to a balcony that's equally as long as the house with views overlooking the backyard and canyon.
The gym, family room, and one of the bedrooms are located on the bottom floor, where a grassy backyard, swimming pool, and spa await just outside. Following the metal- and glass-railed staircase to the top floor, the master bedroom features a double-sided glass fireplace, its own private balcony, a large walk-in closet, and a gorgeous white marble bathroom with a tub and steam shower.
Look ahead for a tour of the home and prepare to want to move right in.
Here Are All the New Features You Can Expect on Android N
At Google's annual developer conference, Google I/O, the company announced more features for its latest mobile operating system, Android N. See what new capabilities you can expect ahead.
- Multitasking: Say goodbye to all your apps remaining open. Instead, Android N will only have open the last seven apps you've actually used. It will automatically close apps that you haven't used in a while.
- A new button: Finally, Android N will get a "clear all" button to get rid of all open apps.
- Jump between apps more easily: With Quick Switch, double tap the recent button to easily go between apps.
- Multiwindow capability: Spilt your screen and complete two tasks at once with this handy feature. Just long tap on the recent button, pick the app you want to use at the same time, and then launch it. Now you can watch a video and write down the recipe at the same time.
- Android TV multitasking: Picture-in-picture mode is finally coming. You'll be able to place anything you're watching live in a smaller window and do other tasks.
- Reply to messages easier: Stealing a feature from iOS, Android N will have quick reply, which lets you reply to a message without opening up the app.
- New emoji: The newest emoji from the Unicode 9 release are coming! This includes 72 new emoji and will finally support skin-tone color variations.
- VR mode: Your Android phone will now be ready for virtual reality at any time with VR mode. With this enabled, you'll be able to watch anything in virtual reality without any low latency.
- Encryption is coming: Android N will introduce the ability to encrypt your files.
- Easier to manage software updates: Software updates will no longer interrupt your phone usage - they will occur in the background.
Android N will launch later this Summer, but you can download the beta today. Oh and the best/worst part? You can help name Android N and choose what the N can stand for. Keep looking to see more of how the features will work, and get ready to enjoy Android N.
Google Is Releasing 2 New Apps That Will Change the Way You Communicate This Summer
Making plans and expressing your emotions via text will be a lot more legit now, thanks to Google.
At the 2016 Google I/O developer conference, the company announced two new smart-communication apps: Allo and Duo, two apps that combine all the things you need to communicate with the power of digital advancements.
Allo, Google's new messaging app, focuses on getting feelings and emotions across in more than just emoji. Using a variety of stickers and Google Assistant, users can say more of what they really mean (eliminating the risk of ruining your conversations by using the wrong emoji). Allo is making reacting to messages, finding information, and even making plans more seamless - in fact, it's so seamless you won't even have to leave your chat - with Google Assistant capabilities featured in the app. At the mere mention of a cuisine, Google Assistant promises to provide you with restaurants in your area along with reviews. Allo is also compatible with OpenTable, so you can make reservations in the midst of your chat.
Unlike other messenger apps, Google also prides Allo on its core security features. For the first time ever, users will be able to have Incognito chats (like you would on Google Chrome) so that both ends of the conversations are encrypted and protected. You can choose how long your conversation lives and when it disappears to have complete control over your information.
Google is also making accessing friends and family easier with its video messaging app, Duo. The video feature is making interacting with friends from afar even more real. Users can interact with someone on the other end of the call before it even begins. And Duo is also allowing communication with people on different service carriers with compatibility across multiple mobile platforms.
The best part of both of these apps are that you won't have to wait too long to upgrade and control your communication. Allo and Duo will be available on the Android and iOS app market this Summer! Read on to see more amazing features of the new apps.
7 Harry Potter/Game of Thrones Crossovers You Probably Didn't Know About
Our ever-loving fan minds were blown when we learned that Freddie Stroma would be joining Game of Thrones season six as Samwell Tarly's brother - because he just so happens to be a former Harry Potter cast member. What's more, Stroma is not the first former Potter star to jump over to HBO's megahit, but you might not know about everyone who has gone from the land of wizards and Muggles to the land of dragons and kings. With Game of Thrones back, see which stars have Harry Potter and Game of Thrones in common!
42 Times Cookie Lyon Was Your Favorite Badass
There is so much to love about Empire, but we'd be lying if we didn't say Cookie Lyon is our favorite character on Fox's hit. Brought to life by the ridiculously talented Taraji P. Henson, Cookie is everything you want in an independent heroine: she doesn't tolerate BS, she's fiercely loyal to her family, and she says everything you want to say. On top of all that, she always looks glamorous, whether she's telling off Camilla Marks (Naomi Campbell) or kicking off her Louboutins. With the show's finale this week, read on to see all the times she was your favorite badass on TV.
Bogus or Brilliant? Reese's Cups Stuffed With Pieces
Reese's recently announced plans to release King-Size Reese's Stuffed With Pieces in July, but we were able to snag one early to try. As the teaser implies, the giant cups are filled with whole Reese's Pieces, and that's exactly what we discovered upon cutting up the giant cup. While the Pieces don't really change the flavor of the Reese's cup, the candy shell adds a delightful crunch. Sure, this campaign may appear bogus-y to some, but the textural difference does make the Reese's more enticing (if that ever was possible!). Therefore, I'm going with the idea is brilliant! I don't think I'll ever want to eat a regular Reese's again, and our tasters would agree.
The #Cupfusion is REAL.
Posted by Reese's on Thursday, May 12, 2016
Ever Wondered Where Game of Thrones Is Filmed? These Are the Real Locations of the Seven Kingdoms
If you've read the Game of Thrones books in addition to watching the addicting show on HBO, you might be very well versed in the known world, aka the cities, kingdoms, and regions that comprise the Game of Thrones universe. With the show back for season six, we're even more curious about the real-world locations that stand in for the different lands in the Seven Kingdoms, so we've compiled the most notable filiming locations. Find out where Game of Thrones films, and then make sure you know this obscure show trivia.
Rainbow Sushi Is For Unicorns and Mermaids Only
The rainbow-food trend is here to stay. If you thought the rainbow grilled cheese and rainbow bagels were amazing, you're going to obsess over rainbow sushi. Sushi is arguably the coolest rainbow-ified food because of its inherent rolled-up form - all the colors swirl together to create a completely mesmerizing roll that's almost too beautiful to eat. The best part? You don't even have to use artificial food coloring to get the magical colors. Food and lifestyle blogger Elsa's Wholesome Life let her followers in on a secret: you can use spirulina, matcha, maqui, turmeric, and beet powder to naturally color the white rice.
Keep reading to see more stunning photos of the latest food trend and to visualize how to make it yourself the next time you're feeling more like a mermaid than a human.
12 Things You Should Know Before Traveling Across the Country on Amtrak
I have always fantasized about traveling across the country by train, so when my boyfriend, Johnny, suggested that we take Amtrak from San Francisco to New York City, I was all in. There have been many conversations around the web about what it's really like to take Amtrak for long trips, so I want to give you the most accurate and true depiction.
Johnny and I decided to get a roomette for the first and longest leg of our travel on the California Zephyr. We had the small room from Emeryville (the Amtrak station right outside of San Francisco) to Chicago for two days and two nights. After a seven-hour stop in Chicago, we rode the remaining 17 hours of our journey to NYC in coach seats. In total, our tickets for two people came out to $772. Not bad considering we were traveling for three and a half days and our meals were included with the roomette.
To get all the details on what it's like to sleep, eat, and basically live in an Amtrak train while chugging across America, keep reading. There are lots of interesting details that will take you by surprise.
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It's Time to Start Using Aquafaba in All Your Vegan Baking Recipes
Vegans, start your ovens, it's time to start baking ALL the good stuff.
Have you tried aquafaba yet? Heard of it? It's essentially bean water - and the egg replacer you've been dreaming of.
The liquid from chickpeas and cooked legumes is somewhat thick and viscous and has a very similar consistency to raw egg whites - as such, aquafaba can be used in a number of recipes. When the bean water is whipped up, it holds stiff peaks and can be used in meringues, whipped creams, mousses, frostings . . . even made into things like marshmallows, cheese, butter, and mayo. In baking, aquafaba can be used to make cakes, waffles, cookies, and breads. Yes, we're serious. It's go time.
If you're thinking "but wait, I hate chickpeas!" just hold on a minute. The final result in something like a meringue or frosting will not taste like the bean, it will take on the flavor from whatever else you're baking with (like cocoa, vanilla, strawberry, etc.) but will perhaps have a bit more starchiness than something made with an egg.
But if you're really not into chickpeas, there are other options! You can try the liquid from cooked soybeans (soy water - even tofu water!), or from other legumes like cannellini beans or butter beans.
So if you have a can of chickpeas in the cabinet, don't empty the liquid into the sink! Save that stuff! You can cook beans over the stove or in a slow cooker to make the aquafaba yourself.
Ready to get started? Try these aquafaba recipes from Pinterest and get baking!
The Scott Brothers' Second Music Video Is Our Favorite Yet
Jonathan and Drew Scott, aka HGTV's Property Brothers, have just released the music video for their second single, "Let the Night Shine In," and it's a playful good time. While the music video for their first single, "Hold On," tugged at the heartstrings - not to mention garnered over 3 million views on YouTube and Vevo and charted on Billboard - the video for this upbeat song was all about having fun. "Drew and I were renowned back in the day. We used to throw really great parties for our friends," Jonathan told us in a phone interview. "You get busy being grown up, and you don't have a chance to do it, and that's what this song is about. The song is about getting off your butt, grabbing the person you want to adventure with, and just doing something fun." The video was shot and directed by Taylor Swift and Miranda Lambert's filmmaker, Trey Fanjoy, and filmed in what Jonathan describes as a "beautiful loft" in the country music capital of Nashville.
Watch the video above to see the Jonathan and Drew let loose as they perform in front of friends at a raucous house party, and then tune in to HGTV to see the Property Brothers at work renovating homes. And stay tuned for more music from the Scott brothers in the future. "We will definitely write more music. We're not going to abandon our shows or anything like that; however, I loved this whole process and creative outlet of releasing songs." We can't wait to hear the tunes this talented duo releases next.
If This Theory About Jane the Virgin's Next Season Is True, the Show Is Taking a Huge Turn
If you haven't seen Jane the Virgin's finale episode, turn back now. All the rest of you, come on in.
The final episode of season two is a real shocker: Jane and Michael get married, but on their all-important wedding night, Michael is shot by his partner Susanna, who is revealed to be Rose. It's very unlikely that he survives, unless for some reason he thinks to wear a bullet-proof vest on his wedding day. The finale is a cliffhanger of epic proportions, and while we can deduce that season three will focus on Jane coming to terms with Michael's passing, there is another hint in the episode about what's to come.
The episode's minor subplot revolves around Jane changing her thesis. Jane has always been preoccupied with romance, and her previous thesis reflects not only her fixation with the "perfect romance," but the show's plot about her getting married to the man of her dreams.
"I can't spend an entire year working on something I'm not passionate about," Jane tells Professor Donaldson on the finale. If the theory holds true that Jane's writing mirrors what happens on the show, that means her current path is changing along with her thesis. Jane can't spend next season settling into boring old married life with Michael, it wouldn't be passionate enough for the pseudo telenovela! But then what does next season hold?
"I know what my new thesis should be. It's a love story loosely based on my grandparents," Jane says. "It'll start in Venezuela and explore class differences, religion, sexual stigma, their journey to America - I may even make it bilingual even!" This doesn't mean that season three will be all about Alba, but it might mean that Jane's path will closely follow Alba's. After all, like her grandmother, Jane is (probably) also a widow now. It also means that next season will be more serious than seasons one and two, exploring real issues.
If you're thinking that this sounds like a stretch, consider the character of Professor Donaldson. She has served as a surrogate for the writers before, like the time she brought up whether Jane's writing would follow the Bechdel test, then the entire episode becomes one giant Bechdel test. On the finale, the narrator brings up that the professor "hates the marriage plot," right as Jane is shifting her thesis from romance to reality. The professor (and the board) accept Jane's new thesis proposal, possibly signaling that the writers are taking a new direction on the new season.
This Brick Wall Optical Illusion Is Making the Internet Go INSANE
This may look like an ordinary brick wall, but it's not . . . When Manchester, UK, Facebook user Arron Bevin posted this photo, the internet flipped out. There's an optical illusion in this picture that some people see right away, while others find it totally impossible to figure out. Are you able to see what everybody is going crazy about?
Many people took to Twitter to express their befuddlement at this viral photo. Check out what they had to say:
That 'optical illusion' with the brick wall that's being thrown about Facebook today is bugging me. What the hell am I looking at?
- Steven Anderson (@Steveeeennn) May 16, 2016
what's the illusion in that brick wall photo my mind hurts already 😅
- gwen (@hemmojee) May 18, 2016
This brick wall illusion made me go loco after staring at it for about half an hour 😓😤
- Andy (@andreyyuuh) May 18, 2016
That brick wall illusion thing actually ruined my life
- jasi (@unrulyharry) May 17, 2016
Once you figure this out, you won't be able to unsee it - we promise. Let's see how long it takes!
If you want to know the answer, keep scrolling . . .
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There's a cigar wedged into the crack of two bricks toward the right side of the photo. That gray hole you see is the end of the cigar. Can you see it now?!
Gaby Espino and Alejandra Espinoza Didn't Wear Dresses to This Red Carpet - and We Love It
How does one make a statement when sharing a red carpet with some of the most beautiful people in the entertainment industry, you ask? Skip the gown and wear pants, of course. At least that's what both Alejandra Espinoza and Gaby Espino did at People En Español's annual event celebrating its 50 Más Bellos issue.
Alejandra shook things up in a pair of white high-waisted cropped trousers that perfectly contrasted with her sexy black leather bandeau top, while Gaby opted for a lacy blush-toned Alexis Kelie jumspuit ($693) that seamlessly showed off her gorgeous silhouette.
After seeing these ladies pull it off, we're totally going to try wearing pants to our next formal event. Keep reading to see more pictures of Alejandra and Gaby and even shop their looks. Then, remember all of Gaby's stunning outfit changes at the Latin Billboards.
Watching a 6'6" Football Player Attempt Ballet Will Pretty Much Make Your Day
Even the best athletes have trouble nailing down simple ballet choreography. When New England Patriots tight-end Rob Gronkowski stopped by a studio to take ballet lessons from principal soloist Nathalia Arja, he probably wasn't expecting it to be that hard. Except, watching his 6'6" frame attempt to leap through the air proves ballet is one of the hardest sports ever. It requires endurance, flexibility, and grace. Though the football player was a good sport and had plenty of confidence, his moves did make us burst out laughing. Rob doing ballet is all of us because no one perfects their arabesque moves in one shot (unless you're Misty Copeland). Watch his best attempts above, and then check out that time Misty tried to help Jimmy Fallon brush up on his ballet skills.
All the Times Jessica Alba Has Stolen the Spotlight on the Red Carpet This Year
Jessica Alba's laid-back street style of jeans, athleisure, and flowy California-ready dresses might be the holy grail of fashion, but that's not all that the actress and entrepreneur does well - every time she steps on a red carpet or attends an event to promote The Honest Company, her outfit choices are equally as stunning as her everyday picks.
Just take a look at the photos ahead to see the serious range that Jessica can wear - from a rocker gold slinky dress to an ultrafeminine white midi dress to business attire you'll want to wear at your next big work meeting. There's truly no trend that Jessica can't adapt to make her own.
7 Things We Still Haven't Seen in This Season of Game of Thrones but Are About To
Game of Thrones has only aired four episodes from its immensely entertaining sixth season so far, but we're already shaking with anticipation of what's going to come next. With tensions currently riding high between the Faith Militant and the Lannisters in King's Landing, and the likelihood of Daenerys or Jon Snow being "The Prince That Was Promised" rising by the day, we have a feeling that things are about to get crazier than ever before. After taking a closer look at the season six trailers, we've put together a list of what fans can expect to see sometime soon.
SPOILERS BELOW!
Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping Might Be Andy Samberg's Greatest Achievement
Love watching Andy Samberg on Brooklyn Nine-Nine but miss seeing him on the big screen? You'd better prepare yourself emotionally and physically for Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping. Samberg and his comedy team, The Lonely Island (aka Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone), have a new movie, and the trailer is enough to have you rolling on the floor laughing. (Yeah, I said it.) Samberg plays Connor, a superstar who has acheived Justin Timberlake-like levels of fame, only without the humility or, arguably, the talent. There's even a reference to Justin Bieber's infamous foot-in-mouth moment when said he would like to think that Anne Frank would have been a "Belieber." The trailers feature cameos from Seal, Usher, Simon Cowell, and DJ Khaled, and that's probably just the tip of the iceberg. The movie is out in theaters June 3!
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