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.
lundi 23 mai 2016
61 Creative Ways to Decorate Your Graduation Cap
One of the most entertaining parts about a graduation is seeing all the great grad cap ideas people come up with. While "Thanks, Mom and Dad" is pretty sweet, it's the creative ones that catch our attention time and time again. Here, we've rounded up some that will make you chuckle and others that will make you wonder, "Why didn't I think of that?" In the name of some good graduation fun, see all our picks.
- Additional reporting by Hilary White and Macy Williams
25 Inspirational Quotes From Big-Time Authors
If you believe in the power of a good quote, your life can turn around. Whether you radically alter your outlook, take a new course of action, or (best of all) combine the two, a certain special phrase may provide the underlying motivation and stick with you forever. Ahead are 25 inspirational quotes from some of the world's favorite (and most famous) authors. Take a few minutes to let these wise words sink in.
- "Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead." - Oscar Wilde
- "Make a difference about something other than yourselves." - Toni Morrison
- "How do you know you're going to do something, until you do it?" - J.D. Salinger
- "You've been here before. It won't kill you. It feels like you can't breathe, but you actually are breathing. It feels like you'll never stop crying, but you actually will." ― Liane Moriarty
- "You don't write because you want to say something, you write because you have something to say." - F. Scott Fitzgerald
- "I am not pretty. I am not beautiful. I am as radiant as the sun." ― Suzanne Collins
- "The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places." - Ernest Hemingway
- "There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart." - Jane Austen
- "The one thing that doesn't abide by majority rule is a person's conscience." ― Harper Lee
- "Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work." - Stephen King
- "Men can only be happy when they do not assume that the object of life is happiness." - George Orwell
- "I am no bird, and no net ensnares me; I am a free human being with an independent will." - Charlotte Brontë
- "Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter." - Mark Twain
- "The wide world is all about you: you can fence yourselves in, but you cannot forever fence it out." - J.R.R. Tolkien
- "You only get one life. It's actually your duty to live it as fully as possible." ― Jojo Moyes
- "Open your eyes and see what you can with them before they close forever." ― Anthony Doerr
- "Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice and lying and greed. If people all over the world . . . would do this, it would change the earth." ― William Faulkner
- "It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all, in which case you have failed by default." - J.K. Rowling
- "You make a life out of what you have, not what you're missing." ― Kate Morton
- "There are dark shadows on the earth, but its lights are stronger in the contrast." - Charles Dickens
- "Never forget what you are, for surely the world will not. Make it your strength. Then it can never be your weakness. Armour yourself in it, and it will never be used to hurt you." ― George R.R. Martin
- "To make real friends you have to put yourself out there. Sometimes people will let you down, but you can't let that stop you. If you get hurt, you just pick yourself up, dust off your feelings, and try again." ― Kristin Hannah
- "Don't think. Thinking is the enemy of creativity. It's self-conscious, and anything self-conscious is lousy. You can't try to do things. You simply must do things." - Ray Bradbury
- "The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more, that plants a fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds." ― Nicholas Sparks
- "And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it." ― Roald Dahl
dimanche 22 mai 2016
39 Tips That'll Save You Hundreds on Your Next Trip
Travel can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can pay for. However, it can also be one of the most expensive. Fortunately, there are ways to cut costs so you can afford your dream vacation. Read on for some of the best tips to save on the upfront costs of your next trip.
- Additional reporting by Ashley Paige
Nutritionists Recommend the Perfect Dinner Equation For Weight Loss
Want to know how the last meal of the day can help you drop pounds? We've enlisted the expertise of two nutritionists - Stephanie Clarke, RD, and Willow Jarosh, RD, of C&J Nutrition - to share the perfect equation for what to eat for supper to help you lose weight. Follow their advice below to start seeing results.
Calories
Aim for a range between 450 and 550 calories. If you're trying to lose weight, stay closer to 450, and if you're trying to maintain weight, especially if you're working out, shoot closer to 550 calories.
Carbs
About 45 to 55 percent of your dinner calories should be devoted to carbs, which is about 50 to 75 grams of carbs. Don't be afraid to eat carbs at night because you're worried you won't have time to burn them off. As long as you're sticking to your total calorie amount for the day, eating carbs at this meal isn't more likely to cause weight gain. Actually, eating enough carbs at dinner can dissolve those postdinner carb cravings for sweets and chips.
Protein
About 20 to 25 percent of your dinner calorie amount should be protein, which works out to 25 to 35 grams. Protein is vital to help rebuild and maintain muscle, and since your body does a lot of rebuilding at night, ensuring your dinner includes enough protein is important. Protein also makes you feel satisfied, which is another tool for preventing postdinner noshing sessions.
Fats
Shoot for about 15 to 25 grams, which is about 30 to 35 percent of your total supper calories. Instead of saturated fats like beef and cheese, go for monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) like olive oil, sesame oil, coconut oil, avocado, olives, and nuts and seeds.
Fiber
To help you reach the recommended daily total of 25 grams per day, aim for at least eight grams at dinnertime. This should be coming primarily from fiber-rich carb choices like whole grains, starchy veggies, beans, small amounts of fruit, and fiber-containing fats such as avocado, nuts, and seeds.
Sugars
Stick to no more than seven grams or fewer of total sugars. And when it comes to added sugar, try not to exceed four grams - that's about one teaspoon of any sweetener used in sauces or dressing.
Timing
Ideally you should eat dinner about two to three hours after your 3:30 p.m. afternoon snack. If you plan to exercise after work, fuel up with a later-afternoon snack around 4:30 p.m. Then you can exercise at 5:30 p.m. for an hour and eat dinner by 7/7:30 p.m. As mentioned above, don't worry about eating dinner too late. As long as you don't exceed your daily calories, what time you eat won't impact your weight.
A Few Examples of Perfect Dinners
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Jenny Sugar
Mexican Quinoa Bites With Salsa: Enjoy four of these quinoa and black bean bites with one-quarter of an avocado and two tablespoons of mild salsa.
Calories: 506
Total fat: 22.2 g
Saturated fat: 7.9 g
Carbs: 55.1 g
Fiber: 13.9 g
Sugars: 6.5 g
Protein: 24.2 g
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lizzie Fuhr
Panko-Crusted Fish Over Kale With a Side of Wild Rice: Follow this simple recipe to make one serving of panko-crusted halibut, and enjoy it with a curly kale salad and half a cup of cooked wild rice mixed with one-eighth cup of kidney beans.
Calories: 550
Total fat: 20.4 g
Saturated fat: 4.3 g
Carbs: 52.8 g
Fiber: 7.4 g
Sugars: 3.3 g
Protein: 41.9 g
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lizzie Fuhr
Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl With Brown Rice: Whip up this easy dish made with chicken, black beans, and salsa, and stir in half a cup of cooked brown rice and half a tablespoon of olive oil to make it even more filling.
Calories: 518
Total fat: 11.7 g
Saturated fat: 1.4 g
Carbs: 58.7 g
Fiber: 10.1 g
Sugars: 4.7 g
Protein: 45.1 g
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Jenny Sugar
Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup With Bread: For the vegans out there, throw all the ingredients in your slow cooker in the morning, and you'll come home to a hot bowl of creamy butternut squash lentil soup. Enjoy your bowl with two small slices of warm sourdough bread smeared with half a tablespoon each of Earth Balance.
Calories: 538
Total fat: 14.3 g
Saturated fat: 4.3 g
Carbs: 76.8 g
Fiber: 18.5 g
Sugars: 6.5 g
Protein: 25.5 g
Dinner Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping carbs: People often go carb-free as a way to lose weight quickly, but forbidding yourself this important nutrient will make carb cravings even stronger, leading to carb bingeing. Including healthy fiber-rich carbs such as whole grains, starchy veggies, and beans will actually satiate your hunger longer and make eating a balanced diet easier to sustain in the long term.
- Enormous plates: Dinner-size plates are pretty standard, but the amount of food you can pile on one can add up to two or three times the amount of calories you should have at dinner. Downsize your plates and use either smaller-sized salad plates or cereal bowls. Don't be afraid to measure out portions, and once you do, pack leftovers away in the fridge for tomorrow's lunch so you're not tempted to grab a few extra bites.
- Setting a strict dinner time: While there's something to be said for giving yourself guidelines for not snacking after a certain time (e.g., after you've already eaten dinner), if you find yourself skipping dinner because it's too late, then you may be setting yourself up to overeat the following day. Eating after 8 p.m. (or any time) won't make you gain weight, so there's no need to skip it. Just be sure your dinner is balanced and doesn't make you exceed your daily calorie limit for the day.
Looking to lose weight during other times of the day? Here's what to eat for breakfast and what to eat for lunch, as well as what to eat at snack time to lose weight.
What's the Deal With Greyscale? Let's Investigate
Before she meets her untimely demise, did you ever find yourself rewinding and pausing Game of Thrones to get a better look at Princess Shireen's face full of scales? Then you might be wondering what exactly the deal is with greyscale, the bizarre affliction that plagued Stannis Baratheon's daughter and is now slowly taking over Jorah Mormont's body. Now that greyscale is becoming more relevant, let's take a look at what we actually know about it from the show itself.
What are the symptoms?
The skin becomes rough, gray, and scaly. As George R. R. Martin explains in a featurette about the disease (see below), "it calcifies the skin." At first, it's just a thin patch, but it can consume your whole body. "It's a death sentence," he adds. Gilly also tells Shireen about how when her sisters contracted it, they began to act like animals and didn't sound like themselves anymore. This means that not only is it a physical disease, it's mental as well. Martin confirmed this, saying if it affects your brain, it brings madness.
Is there a cure?
As he tells Shireen in the fifth season, Stannis has spent a lot of money seeking a cure for her. It takes every healer in the land, but he is able to slow the progress of his daughter's greyscale until it stops. She still has the scales on her face, but she survives. So while it is possible to stop greyscale, it's incredibly difficult, and we don't exactly know what "cure" the healers found.
Is it contagious?
Yes, but how it's transmitted isn't fully explained. When attacked by the Stone Men, Jorah yells out to Tyrion to not let them touch him, because they think the disease is spread by physical contact. In fact, it's Jorah who becomes infected - but is it because he's touched, or is it spread another way? In Shireen's case, she exhibits symptoms as a baby after playing with a doll that a trader had brought over from Dorne. Stannis even says that he remembers pressing the doll up to her cheek, where she now has scales.
What happens to people who have greyscale?
Historically, they're quarantined. Gilly tells Shireen about how Craster dragged her sisters into the woods on a rope, and Shireen is locked in her room in the castle for most of her life. The afflicted are often sent to live in a colony in Valyria, and Stannis even tells Shireen that people wanted him to send her to live out the rest of her short life there. The people there, known as the Stone Men, are in the later stages of greyscale.
What do the books say about the origins of greyscale?
According to Martin's series, greyscale originates when the legendary Prince Garin cursed Valyria after its dragons destroyed his army. He asked the river to smite the people, and that night it flooded the towns. Immediately, people began dying of greyscale. In A Dance With Dragons, the fifth book, an infected man says that death from greyscale is slow, between two and five years. The show differs from the books in a few ways, so we're not positive this also applies to the characters on the show. If it does, however, that means Jorah should better figure out what Stannis's men did to Shireen.
The 25 Best American Cities For Jobs in 2016
When it comes to the job hunt, location is (debatably) just as important as things like salary and benefits. After all, you want to be happy in your profession - but you want to be happy where you LIVE, too. Glassdoor recently released its list of best cities for jobs in 2016, which identifies US metros with the highest overall Glassdoor Job Score, based on a comparison of the 50 most populated US metros. Each region's Glassdoor Job Score is based on a five-point scale (five being the best city for a job, and one being the worst). These ratings were determined by weighing four factors equally: hiring opportunity, cost of living, work-life balance, and job satisfaction. See the full list below!
1. San Jose, CA - Glassdoor Job Score: 4.0
Number of Job Openings: 61,038
Median Base Salary: $112,000
Median Home Value: $956,500
Hot Three Jobs: Solutions Architect, HR Manager, Data Scientist
2. San Francisco, CA - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.8
Number of Job Openings: 121,597
Median Base Salary: $88,000
Median Home Value: $806,600
Hot Three Jobs: Data Scientist, Engagement Manager, Junior Graphic Designer
3. Seattle, WA - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.5
Number of Job Openings: 103,124
Median Base Salary: $85,000
Median Home Value: $382,700
Hot Three Jobs: UI-UX Designer, Data Scientist, Engagement Manager
4. Boston, MA - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.5
Number of Job Openings: 121,498
Median Base Salary: $67,500
Median Home Value: $387,400
Hot Three Jobs: Nurse Practitioner, Applications Developer, Sales Development Representative
5. Washington DC - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.4
Number of Job Openings: 163,520
Median Base Salary: $70,000
Median Home Value: $364,100
Hot Three Jobs: Director of Development, Business Office Manager, Data Scientist
6. Austin, TX - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.3
Number of Job Openings: 45,186
Median Base Salary: $61,000
Median Home Value: $247,500
Hot Three Jobs: Creative Director, Finance Manager, Solutions Architect
7. Salt Lake City, UT - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.3
Number of Job Openings: 23,013
Median Base Salary: $58,700
Median Home Value: $234,400
Hot Three Jobs: Technical Support Engineer, Outside Sales Representative, Marketing Coordinator
8. Raleigh-Durham, NC - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.3
Number of Job Openings: 34,660
Median Base Salary: $62,000
Median Home Value: $209,400
Hot Three Jobs: Registered Nurse, Research Associate, Software Engineer
9. Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.0
Number of Job Openings: 65,141
Median Base Salary: $65,000
Median Home Value: $219,400
Hot Three Jobs: Web Designer, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager
10. Oklahoma City, OK - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.0
Number of Job Openings: 20,576
Median Base Salary: $50,000
Median Home Value: $132,500
Hot Three Jobs: Delivery Driver, Accountant, Account Executive
11. St. Louis, MO - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.9
Number of Job Openings: 49,450
Median Base Salary: $56,896
Median Home Value: $141,900
Hot Three Jobs: Software Developer, Office Manager, Attorney
12. Detroit, MI - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.9
Number of Job Openings: 59,494
Median Base Salary: $61,500
Median Home Value: $123,100
Hot Three Jobs: Financial Advisor, Teller, Registered Nurse
13. Kansas City, MO - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.8
Number of Job Openings: 43,182
Median Base Salary: $58,000
Median Home Value: $147,500
Hot Three Jobs: Buyer, Business Development Manager, Pharmacist
14. Columbus, OH - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.8
Number of Job Openings: 36,873
Median Base Salary: $57,000
Median Home Value: $154,600
Hot Three Jobs: Regional Sales Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, Process Engineer
15. Cleveland, OH - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.8
Number of Job Openings: 35,130
Median Base Salary: $55,000
Median Home Value: $125,500
Hot Three Jobs: Medical Technologist, Marketing Manager, Software Developer
16. Indianapolis, IN - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.7
Number of Job Openings: 38,934
Median Base Salary: $56,000
Median Home Value: $130,200
Hot Three Jobs: Account Executive, Pharmacist, Retail Store Manager
17. Baltimore, MD - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.7
Number of Job Openings: 67,209
Median Base Salary: $58,000
Median Home Value: $244,800
Hot Three Jobs: Customer Service Specialist, Electrical Engineer, Restaurant Manager
18. Louisville, KY - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.7
Number of Job Openings: 26,311
Median Base Salary: $54,000
Median Home Value: $137,500
Hot Three Jobs: Program Manager, Outside Sales Representative, Operations Manager
19. Pittsburgh, PA - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 50,127
Median Base Salary: $56,896
Median Home Value: $126,700
Hot Three Jobs: Mechanical Engineer, Nurse Practitioner, Product Manager
20. San Antonio, TX - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 34,895
Median Base Salary: $55,000
Median Home Value: $150,200
Hot Three Jobs: Sales Manager, Human Resources Coordinator, Network Engineer
21. San Diego, CA - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 45,424
Median Base Salary: $71,323
Median Home Value: $506,100
Hot Three Jobs: Marketing Assistant, Senior Research Associate, Senior Data Scientist
22. Chicago, IL - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 170,192
Median Base Salary: $63,000
Median Home Value: $193,800
Hot Three Jobs: Creative Director, Data Scientist, UI-UX Designer
23. Cincinnati, OH - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 36,624
Median Base Salary: $57,179
Median Home Value: $143,400
Hot Three Jobs: Phlebotomist, Graphic Designer, Business Development Manager
24. Atlanta, GA - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 94,925
Median Base Salary: $60,000
Median Home Value: $163,000
Hot Three Jobs: Engagement Manager, Internal Auditor, Network Administrator
25. Hartford, CT - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 24,590
Median Base Salary: $68,000
Median Home Value: $215,800
Hot Three Jobs: Paralegal, Manufacturing Engineer, Business Analyst
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.
The 10 Secrets of Happy, Healthy Women
Ready to make space for some much needed balance in your world? Follow these simple and straightforward rules to cultivate the happy and healthy life you've always craved.
Related: How to Become a Morning Person
Number One: Keep Mornings Calm
Even five minutes of pure relaxation make a huge difference in your mood and energy all day. Leave plenty of time to eat a filling breakfast, stretch or meditate, and have a calm commute to start every day out on a happy Zen note.
Number Two: Make Time to Move
Exercise ups endorphins, boosts immunity, relieves stress, and keeps you feeling strong and confident in your body. There's no need to go crazy with an intense hour-long workout every day of the week, but a little daily exercise is some of the best medicine available for the body and mind.
Related: Find the Perfect Workout With FitFinder, Our Workout Generator
Number Three: Eat Real Food
Processed junk food makes your blood sugar spike, pumps your body with unnatural ingredients, and leaves you feeling hungry and unsatisfied soon after you eat. Choosing real, whole, all-natural clean foods just makes sense if you are serious about your health and happiness.
Number Four: Reach For Water
When feeling fatigued or in need of a boost, don't immediately reach for a caffeinated or sugary beverage. Often, a foggy, tired brain is a sign of dehydration, so sip on plenty of water all day to keep energy levels up and soaring.
Related: 4 Detox Ingredients You Need to Add to Your H2O
Number Five: Listen When Your Body Talks
Happy people help their bodies work with them instead of against them. They put down their fork when they've had enough, hit up a yoga class when they need a release, and don't pour that third (or fourth) cocktail when they know it's not a good idea. If you're willing to listen, your body has plenty to say.
Number Six: Love Those Vegetables
Vegetables are not added to a plate because your body has to eat them: it's because it wants to eat them. Colorful produce is packed with nutrients that keep your body functioning at its top potential.
Number Seven: Invest in Fitness and Health
Don't wait until you're feeling poorly and out of sorts to take care of your needs. Commit to that studio package, get an occasional massage, and make those doctor appointments that it's time to schedule.
Related: DIY Massage With a Foam Roller
Number Eight: Remember to Be Grateful
When someone's attention is focused on lack, that's exactly what they're going to get: more lack. Instead of focusing on the job they don't have or a number on the scale they don't want to see, positive people are not afraid to give thanks for all the gifts they have in life - both large and small.
Number Nine: Slow Down to Smile
Life is not always so serious for happy and healthy folks. They make time to connect with loved ones and are not afraid to show kindness to strangers. Laughing helps too.
Related: 25 Hacks For Better Sleep Tonight
Number 10: Rest
When tired or feeling worn out, don't schedule another activity or commit to another event. Having healthy boundaries keeps you feeling safe, connected, and energized, so take alone time to recharge at home. And when it's time to get some sleep, turn off the computers, stop binging on Netflix, and get to bed.
Healthy Nice Cream Recipes That You Can Whip Up In Minutes Flat
What's not to love about nice cream? At its simplest, nice cream is frozen bananas blended up into soft serve, but add in additional ingredients like chocolate, cherries, or nuts, and it's like owning your own ice cream shop! This vegan treat is just as delicious as ice cream without the need for added sugar or a complicated ice cream maker - try it for the first time today!
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The Prettiest Way to Keep the Zika Virus at Bay
With scary reports of the Zika virus all over the news, it's hard not to feel threatened by the mosquitoes lurking in your yard. Instead of hiding indoors all Summer, fill your garden with plants mosquitoes hate and be sure to light a mosquito-repelling candle when you're outdoors. We've found 22 candles that are so beautiful, you'll hardly believe they also keep mosquitoes at bay. Check them out below.
'Life is more important than working': Aylmer couple set out on 2-year mental wellness tour
A couple from Aylmer, Que., are setting out Sunday on a two-year road trip across Canada and the U.S., in an effort to share stories of people using outdoor sports to help their mental well-being.
B.C. nurse reflects on helping Ecuador earthquake victims
A B.C. nurse is reflecting on his relief efforts after helping people injured in the devastating earthquake in Ecuador last month.
85 Items You Should DEFINITELY Buy at the Dollar Store
When I was a little kid, my parents made quite a few trips to the local Dollar Tree - and I always tagged along. I made a few bucks a week doing chores, so I was able to buy several items per outing . . . which was more than enough for a third grader. In young adulthood, my love for buying cheaply hasn't faded a bit. Ahead are 85 products you should, without a doubt, get from the dollar store. Why spend more than you have to?
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14 Stages of Completely Losing It Emotionally During a Sad Movie
Sometimes it's instantaneous, sometimes it's gradual, but most of us have bawled our eyes out at the movie theater. We promise ourselves it won't happen, but sometimes you can't help but let out a tear . . . or 20. With several heart-wrenching movies coming out this Summer alone (we're looking at you, Me Before You), here's the all-too-real breakdown of what it's really like to emotionally lose your cool in a movie theater. Grab some popcorn and enjoy!
'Exceptionally complex' pot molecules make breathalyzer hard to develop
With recreational cannabis set to be legalized some time next year, those already worried about the increasing rate of drugged driving are concerned things could get dangerous.
Do This Every Day to Lose Weight (20 Pounds in 6 Months!)
No matter how you feel about the weighing yourself, Dietitian Julie Upton, MS, RD, of Appetite For Health, shares details from a new study on how the scale can help with weight loss.
According to a first-of-its-kind study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, researchers from Duke University Obesity Prevention Program reported that those who weighed themselves daily lost about three times as much weight and body fat, compared to those stepped on the scale less frequently.
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The Duke obesity researchers enrolled 47 overweight men and women into a weight loss clinical trial that used electronic scales that were networked to the researchers' computer network. All subjects were instructed to weigh in daily and were given some basic advice about healthy eating and exercise behaviors (i.e., increase water consumption, walk more, eat fewer snacks, enjoy more fruits/veggies).
Using data from the subjects' escales, the researchers could objectively track the frequency of weigh-ins as well as the actual weights recorded. Previous studies have relied on subjects' self-reported information about weigh-ins, which is considered less reliable.
After six months, the researchers evaluated both body weight and composition of all subjects and found that those who weighed in daily (51 percent of all subjects) lost an average of 20 pounds, compared to about seven pounds lost among those who weighed themselves about five days per week. Subjects who weighed themselves daily were also more likely to report following through on more healthy diet and lifestyle behaviors.
The authors concluded: "Daily weighing may trigger the self-regulatory processes that promote behavior change. Those who weigh daily report greater adoption of diet and exercise behaviors associated with weight control."
Related: Weighing Yourself With Clothes On? Feel Free to Subtract This Much
This study adds to previous studies that also reported that those who weigh themselves more frequently lose more weight and are less likely to gain weight over time. As a dietitian, I've always been hesitant to recommend getting obsessed with the number on the scale, but newer studies suggest that it's important to keep tabs on your body weight so that you can alter behaviors when you notice small increases in weight gain. It's a lot easier to lose three or five pounds than it is to lose 20 or more, so frequent weigh-ins are one way to keep your weight stable for a lifetime.
Shrink Down Back Fat With These Effective Poses
While there's no miracle move to diminish back bulge - it's a matter of doing calorie-burning cardio to decrease your overall percentage of body fat - it's still important to strengthen and tone the muscles in that area of the body. As you begin to lose weight from all the running and Zumba classes you're doing, you'll reveal slim, chiseled muscles waiting underneath. Here are nine yoga poses that will target all the areas of your back.
The Me Before You Soundtrack Is Your New Favorite Playlist
Music can make or break a movie, and in the case of Me Before You, the soundtrack elevates the story to a whole new (very emotional) level. Imagine Dragons, Ed Sheeran, and The 1975 are all featured in the film, and the collection of songs makes for a great playlist on its own. Unfortunately, Jessie Ware's "Till the End" isn't available on YouTube or Spotify (yet), but we've rounded up all the other tracks, plus one bonus song that's in the movie but not on the soundtrack. Take a look, subscribe to our Spotify playlist at the end, and check out the soundtrack on iTunes!
What Is a Kingsmoot and What Does It Mean For Game of Thrones?
Balon Greyjoy meets his end in this season of Game of Thrones, which means it's about to go down in the Iron Islands. As Yara helps send her father off to sea, she and her uncle Aeron briefly discuss that the next ruler of the Iron Islands will be determined by "kingsmoot." But what exactly is a kingsmoot? Let's investigate. (Warning: there are potentially some light spoilers ahead from the A Song of Ice and Fire book series.)
It's an Ironborn thing
Rather than just going to the next nonbastard in line like many other parts of the Seven Kingdoms, the ruler of the Iron Islands is often picked via election. It's considered to be part of the "old way," which basically means it's a tradition that's been going on for essentially forever. The event is led by a priest of the Drowned God (the religion followed by most inhabitants of the Iron Islands).
How does it work?
The deal is that any ship's captain can throw his (or her, as the rare case may be) name in the ring to be the next High King of the Iron Islands. If you're not a ship's captain, you need not apply. Each candidate must have the support of three champions and is allowed to make a speech about why he should win and can give gifts to help his cause as well. The kingsmoot goes on until the masses are chanting the name of just one candidate, which means it can last for five minutes or five months.
Who will be involved?
For starters, you can expect Euron Greyjoy to be front and center, since the whole reason they're having a kingsmoot is because he murdered his brother Balon. Of Balon's two remaining brothers, there's Aeron (whom we meet in episode two of season six), but since he's a priest, it's more likely that he'll be overseeing the event than actively trying to participate in it, and Victarion, who has a role in the book version but could be excluded from the show. Yara's chances are unlikely because she's a woman, but she's never been one to go down without a fight, so she'll probably be angling to take the throne. It's also an interesting point that Theon has just decided to head home: how will he affect the kingsmoot?
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If you're no stranger to the struggles of trying to lose weight, the solution might be a few tweaks to your regimen. We enlisted the expertise of three nutritionists - Stephanie Clarke, RD, and Willow Jarosh, RD, of C&J Nutrition, as well as Mitzi Dulan, RD, author of The Pinterest Diet: How to Pin Your Way Thin and CLIF Bar nutrition partner. Check out what they say are the biggest mistakes most people make when trying to slim down.
The Workouts That Help You See Weight-Loss Results Faster
Are you maximizing your calorie-burning time when you work out? Make those minutes count with these workouts for weight loss. Read on to learn just why these workouts are great for losing those pounds, as well as routines for each type of workout.
The Top 10 Landmarks in the US
With July 4 fast approaching, you may be looking to tour some the most iconic attractions and locations in the United States. TripAdvisor, a travel-planning and booking site, has officially announced the winners of its Travelers' Choice awards for landmarks in the US.
For those planning to visit a winning United States landmark this year, TripAdvisor has identified the average bookable accommodation rates for Summer in each destination, as well as top-rated tours bookable on TripAdvisor and any upcoming events. See the pictures and useful information ahead! You won't want to miss a trip to these historic destinations.
Andy Samberg Returns to SNL for a Ridiculously NSFW Digital Short
It's been quite awhile since we've gotten a new digital short from Andy Samberg. Sure, Saturday Night Live still does them, but they're not quite the same without that Lonely Island flair. Well, Samberg is whipping out the big guns (literally, in this video) to promote his new movie, Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, and he returned for SNL's finale episode to drop the video for "Finest Girl." It's NSFW in a number of ways, but it's definitely worth the watch. Take a look, and check out The Lonely Island singing "I'm on a Boat" with classroom instruments.
Game of Thrones: Who Exactly Are the Sons of the Harpy and What Do They Want?
Forget the Night's King, the White Walkers, and the wights; one of the biggest threats to our precious Game of Thrones characters is the Sons of the Harpy. They make their first appearance on the season five premiere, slaying a member of the Unsullied who just wants to get his cuddle on with a prostitute. That's just the beginning. They go on to launch two full-scale attacks, murder Ser Barristan, and wound Grey Worm severely. They nearly kill Daenerys at the fighting pits before she escapes on Drogon, and on the season six premiere, we see that they set the city on fire in her absence. The masked men have it out for Daenerys, but why? And who are they? Time for a Game of Thrones investigation.
Who Are They?
From what we know based on the TV show (not the books), the Sons of the Harpy are a radical underground group comprised of former slave-holders from the largest house in Meereen. The harpy, a mythological creature with the head and torso of a woman and the wings, tail, and legs of a bird, is a traditional symbol of slave masters in Slaver's Bay (the region in which Meereen is located), which is why the group has adopted the harpy mask as their disguise. Though there is a leader of the Sons of the Harpy in the book (referred to as The Harpy), a leader hasn't been introduced in the show yet - if there even is one.
What Do They Want?
They want their city back! They don't like the way Daenerys has come in and disrupted their entire way of life, freeing their slaves and taking away the great power they once had over Meereen. They're banding together to topple the empire that Daenerys is building for herself and restore the old way of life, which includes slavery.
How Can Daenerys Stop Them?
The Sons of the Harpy are a force to be reckoned with, as witnessed by their surprise attack at the fighting pit and the way they have taken over Meereen. The group is huge, and if it weren't for Drogon's return, Daenerys would almost certainly be dead. This might be a turning point for Daenerys, who has thus far tried to maintain order the old-fashioned way - by crucifying the former masters. She has avoided using her dragons to keep citizens in line, even locking them away when they accidentally scorched a small child. Now, she may be realizing that she needs to bring them back out to defeat the growing army of the Sons of the Harpy. The only question is, will she find her way back to Meereen?
Every Hair Color and Cut Demi Lovato Has Ever Had
You will never hear anyone say that Demi Lovato is not adventurous. The "Confident" singer, who is getting ready to go on tour with her BFF Nick Jonas, hasn't found a haircut or color she hasn't wanted to try out.
Pink tips, blond ombré, shaved sides, blunt bangs - you name it, Demi has experimented with it. And while it seems like the star has found her sweet spot with her latest style, we'll always appreciate the rainbow of shades and endless cut inspiration she has provided us with through the years. Keep reading to find every single one of those transformations, starting in 2008.
Ranking Ikea's 3 Meatballs From Best to Worst
I recently went to Ikea with one goal in mind: eat everything, including all of the candy, snacks, and, of course, meatballs. Ikea now makes three versions: the original pork-and-beef, chicken, and the new vegetarian meatballs. In case you aren't sure which ones to go for, whether at the cafe or in the freezer section, I sampled and rated them so you can make the best meatball decision.
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2 Simple Stretches to Help You Into the Splits
You don't have to be a contortionist to do the splits! And while dropping into the position won't happen overnight, doing these two stretches regularly will improve the flexibility of your hips and hamstrings. If you're looking for a longer stretch routine, check out this five-minute yoga sequence that preps your body for the splits.
The splits may be all about flexibility, but you don't get there without strength - so be sure to check out Mandy Ingber's new book Yogalosophy For Inner Strength, which explores the relationship between opening up the body and healing the mind, heart, and spirit.
15 Annoying Things People Do on Snapchat
Who doesn't use and love Snapchat these days? It's become the go-to app to capture a quick life moment, with hilarious face swaps of course. With some tricks and tips, it's easily one of the most fun apps to use daily. But, just like when Instagram hopped onto the scene, some people just have zero chill and clue on how to properly use the app. Check out some of the worst types of people you encounter on Snapchat ahead and how they make you feel (mostly annoyed and angry).
No, These Aren't English Muffins; They're Japanese Hotcakes!
There are #fitnessgoals and #squadgoals but after this video, the only aspirational hashtag you'll want to use will be #BRUNCHGOALS. Trust us.
Ingredients
2 large eggs3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- In a blender, add eggs, buttermilk, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Blend on the lowest speed for just a few seconds until combined. Add flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Continue blending for 15 to 20 seconds or until the batter is completely combined.
- Heat a sauté pan over medium-low heat and using a pastry brush, brush the inside of a ring mold with oil. Add remaining oil to pan and place the ring mold in the center of the pan. Let heat up for a few minutes and then pour the pancake batter into the mold until it is half full. Be careful to not add too much because the batter will expand and spill over the side.
- Cook the pancake for four minutes or until bubbles start to form on the top of the pancake. Use a spatula to carefully flip the pancake and mold over and continue cooking for an additional three minutes, or until the bottom of the pancake is golden brown and the inside is no longer runny. Serve stacked with butter and syrup.
Information
- Category
- Breakfast/Brunch
- Cuisine
- Japanese
- Yield
- Serves 4
- Cook Time
- 15 minutes
Why an Active Chill Day Feels Better Than Couch Time
Take a well-deserved rest day. After all, a day off allows your muscles to recover, rebuild, and become stronger. But chill days in the 21-Day Summer Shape-Up Challenge aren't just for lounging on the couch. To speed your recovery and get your blood flowing to help feed your weary muscles, take yourself for a 20-minute stroll, bike ride, jog, or swim, and then show your muscles some TLC with massage and stretching. Here's our simple prescription for making the most of your rest day.
Roll It Out
A weekly massage would be great for your body but not so great for your wallet. Instead, invest in a foam roller for some DIY muscle relief. Roll out knotted muscles and prime tight spots before stretching. Here are three resources to kick off your massage session.
Foam rolling to energize tired legs
A video tutorial to check out a roller in action
Back massage with a roller to feel taller instantly
Stretch It Out
After walking and rolling, lengthen tight muscles with some stretching. Pick one or two stretches for each body part, and hold your stretches for 30 seconds each.
Hamstring stretches
Calf stretches
Quad stretches
Glute stretches
Back stretches
Enjoy your chill day!
20 Things Only People With a Serious Coffee Addiction Understand
Would you like a side of coffee with your cup of coffee? If you're like me, the answer is always "yes." It's the first thing you think about in the morning, a fresh cup brings you more happiness than most other things (and people) in the world, and you can never have too much in one day. Some people's spirit animal is a unicorn; yours is coffee. You know your addiction is real if you relate to these 20 things all too well.
25 Shorts That Are Perfect For Your Summertime Runs
With Memorial Day just around the corner, it's time for all those summertime runs: around the lake, by the river, at the beach, through the trails, at the park - pretty much anywhere except on the treadmill. Head out into the heat and gear up for sunshiny jaunts in your favorite places outside.
These hot shorts will keep you cool in the Summer heat, all while looking fresh. Pick a length, silhouette, and color that works for you, then get out there and rock 'em!
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Ask a Puerto Rican chef (or, frankly, anyone from Puerto Rico) what defines the island's cuisine, and they'll absolutely respond with one delicious word: sofrito. The heart of Latin Caribbean food and the base of virtually all recipes, sofrito is a customizable combination of root vegetables, beans, garlic, and seasonings. Ready to make your own? Keep reading for some mouthwatering, easy-to-whip-up recipes that beautifully incorporate those signature flavors, transforming them into seriously comforting meals.
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The Weight-Loss Tips Missing From Your Evening Routine
While losing weight isn't something that happens overnight, doing some prep work the night before can make all the difference when you step on the scale. If slimming down and becoming healthier are two goals at the top of your priority list, here are four must dos to make part of your weeknight routine.
Tickle Your Taste Buds With Tart Pickle Recipes
Before Summer ends, get your hands on some fresh produce and start pickling it for the off season. While cucumbers are the obvious choice, try pickling carrots, green beans, and even fruit like pears. Once you've mastered a basic brine, expand your repertoire to Japanese, Mexican, Korean, and more international takes on pickling. Keep clicking to get pickling!
Swoon Over These Gorgeous Me Before You Movie Photos
Anxiously awaiting the arrival of Me Before You in theaters? The film adaptation of JoJo Moyes's bestselling novel hits the big screen on June 3, but in the meantime, you can get a sneak peek with a look at these gorgeous stills from the movie. Check out the beautiful trailer, plus some of the best quotes from the book, and keep reading to see all the Me Before You movie pictures that will make you swoon.
Warning: If you haven't read the book and you'd like to avoid any plot hints or spoilers, stop reading!
Visiting Machu Picchu? This Is Why You Should Make a Stop in Lima, Peru
If you're planning a trip to see Machu Picchu, then it's my duty, as a Peruvian, to suggest you make a stop in Lima, Peru, for a few days. I might be a little biased, but no one has ever said I was wrong after I swore up and down that a trip to the capital of Peru was the way to go and basically forced them to book a stay there. In fact, I can say that everyone I've persuaded has come back to me with a happy belly full of countless pisco sours (our national drink) and trays of fresh ceviche.
But even if food is not your main draw, there's so much to do and see in Lima - and the experience won't compare to your visit to the famous Inca structure in Cuzco. The city that over eight million Peruvians call home truly has it all: beaches, historic sites (we're talking pre-Inca stuff here, people!), cool bars, and two out of the top three restaurants in Latin America. You're feeling it? Then scroll ahead for everything you must see, do, and eat.
These Shiny Cakes Might Be Too Stunning to Eat
A baker from Norway is totally transforming the meaning of cake icing. Olga Noskova has skyrocketed to Instagram fame since posting images of her cake art online, and we completely comprehend why. Olga ices her cakes with a marble-like sheen in varying tones, and they actually look like they could be painted with a brush.
In response to her budding popularity, Olga posted a short video demonstrating how she pours the icing on the cake - but she doesn't reveal a complete guide. The inside of Olga's cakes are just as pleasing to the eyes: perfectly layered, intricately linear, and filled with jam! We're not sure we could re-create one of Olga's masterpieces at home, but we'll settle for a bite.
This Is Probably Why You Shouldn't Ask For Drugs on Social Media
You never know who will come across your social media accounts, which is why you should be careful of what you post. A girl, who goes by Twitter user preznixon16, really wanted some weed, so she asked the Twitter-verse.
WHOS IN SARASOTA FLORIDA AND HAS WEED #Sarasota
- Fly Shit Only (@preznixon16) May 8, 2016
And most likely thought it would go ignored. But as we know, once you post something on the internet, someone from somewhere will find it. Unfortunately, for the girl, the Sarasota Police Department in Florida answered her.
If you'd like to stop by our HQs, our Narcotics Detectives would be more than happy to talk. #SayNoToDrugs #LESM https://t.co/sQc8P2LHUL
- SarasotaPD (@sarasotapd) May 10, 2016
Of course, other users quickly commented on the police's tweet with their own opinions and memes:
@sarasotapd @preznixon16 http://pic.twitter.com/kH5tMMkypm
- ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ (@070Clark) May 11, 2016
It doesn't appear that she ever got in trouble for her tweet, and according to Mashable, she never got her weed, which is probably for the best. The user, however, still stands by her tweets, saying:
Alright guys, my tweet does have a good message. There needs to be more weed in Florida. That shit shouldn't even be illegal.
- Fly Shit Only (@preznixon16) May 12, 2016
7 Magical Details About Once Upon a Time's Next Season
Once Upon a Time season five is over, but we already have a handful of details about the upcoming season. While the season finale gives us a few hints of what's to come for the characters and what new stories would be introduced, the show's lead writers, Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz, have also slipped a few hints into recent interviews. As your anticipation grows, be sure to keep up on what all is in store for Storybrooke this next go around.
11 Exercises to Transform Your Flat Butt
Whether you inherited it from your mother or losing weight has left you with a flat and tiny tush, you secretly may be hoping for a fuller, shapelier bottom (maybe even one like Jen Selter). It's time to step up your strength-training routine. Just like hiking and running hills, these 11 moves will build, sculpt, and lift your glutes in no time! And her are some beauty tips to help your toned tush look even smoother.
- Additional reporting by Emily Bibb
5 Reasons It's a Small World Is the Absolute WORST Ride in Disneyland
I want to preface this by saying that I truly love Disneyland. Seriously, I'm obsessed with it and think it's perfect . . . except for one thing. I seriously can't stand the It's a Small World ride in the Fantasyland area of the park. Not only does the song make my ears burn, but there's a lot of elements of it that drive me nuts.
Of course, it's a Disneyland classic and I get that. My family insists on riding it every time we visit. But I'm not the only one who feels disdain for this attraction - there are many other visitors who don't like it. Here's why it's the worst ride in the whole park.
22 Refreshing Granita (AKA Grown-Up Snow Cone) Recipes
You don't need a fancy snow-cone maker to make shaved ice. You just need to learn how to make granita, which, thankfully, is really easy. It's an Italian-inspired frozen treat that's basically sweetened shaved ice that you can customize with any flavor (and/or booze) of your choice. If you've got a couple hours to spare while it sets in your freezer, you'll be on your way to an incredibly refreshing and delightful dessert you'll want to make on the hottest Summer days.
Here's Why the Harry Potter Studio Tour Should Be on Your Bucket List
Witches, wizards, and, OK, muggles, there's one travel destination worth all your Galleons to get to - the Harry Potter Studio Tour in London. I've done my fair share of Harry Potter-related traveling - from visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando to flying a broomstick where they filmed Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - but nowhere was I more in awe of the magic of the J.K. Rowling-penned book-series-turned-films than at the studio tour. From the moment you walk in and see the huge posters of the actors lining the walls, you'll have fandom goosebumps experiencing all the bits and bobs of this magical wonderland. Let me show you what I mean.
19 Hilarious Examples of What "Netflix and Chill" Really Means
The teens did it again - the slang term "Netflix and chill" is blowing up on the Internet with priceless memes, Vines, and other hilarious reactions. While its origins date back all the way to 2007, it's only now becoming part of mainstream vocabulary, including among those who aren't young and in college.
In case you need a refresher or simply don't know, the phrase is a euphemism for hooking up. If you still don't get it, look ahead to see how people are using it online. Soon enough, you too will start asking someone to watch Netflix and chill - if you haven't already.
Stop Throwing Out Chickpea Water! Here's Proof That It's Magical
You've probably been throwing out an insanely versatile ingredient your whole life, but that ends now! Aquafaba, aka the viscous cooking water from chickpeas, is the latest craze on Pinterest for its ability to mimic egg whites. Use a stand mixer or wire whisk to beat it into a fluffy, foamy meringue that can be used in vegan mayo, vegan marshmallow fluff, meringue cookies, or pie topping and even baked goods like cinnamon rolls. Allow these recipes to prove to you just how truly magical aquafaba is.
44 Disney Cruise Hacks You Need to Know Before Sailing
We've all got it wrong, because the happiest place on earth is not a Disney park, but a Disney cruise. Yep, I said it. I love Disneyland and Disney World as much as the next Disney devotee, but there are some drawbacks to the parks (like hordes of people, inescapable heat, and long lines) that you just don't deal with while sailing blissfully on blue seas. I recently took the Disney Fantasy's Western Caribbean trip for seven nights, and while I went in a little hesitant about the whole affair, my skepticism about being on board a ship with thousands of people - many of whom barely reached my waist - was checked at the entrance of the ship and buried deeper as the days went by.
Disney fans, book your cruise ASAP. Non-Disney fans, book your Disney cruise ASAP, because you can embrace Disney entirely aboard the ship or avoid it, and still have a VIP experience either way. Star Wars buffs, book your cruise on the Fantasy and have a special day at sea that biggest fans can only dream of.
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Watch This YouTuber Transform Drake and Nicky Jam's Hit Singles Into 1 Hot Remix
If you think Nicky Jam and Drake sound sexy on their own, wait until you hear their hit singles mashed up, courtesy of YouTube singer Alex Aiono.
Alex combined Drake's "One Dance" and Nicky Jam's "Hasta el Amanecer" seamlessly, creating a bilingual edge that is just plain hot. Also - let's be real - he is, too. Alex's flawless cover totally deserves its own spot on your Summer playlist, and if you don't believe us, just hit play above to hear for yourself. Then, check out our ultimate party playlist.
17 Running Man Challenge Memes That Will Make You Want to Try It Yourself
The Running Man Challenge shows no signs of slowing down. Every few days, new videos and memes appear on the internet, and some of them are even funnier than the original video. It's only been a month since the challenge surfaced on the internet, so you can expect to keep seeing it for a few more weeks before it dies down. Ahead, see some of our favorite ones, and if those don't convince you to try the challenge, we don't know what will.
All the Game of Thrones Reunions That Could Be Coming
Sansa Stark and Jon Snow's reunion was touching for all of us on Team Stark, as we've been waiting and waiting for moments such as this - especially after some near misses along the way. It got us thinking: when have the Starks crossed paths, or almost crossed paths, on Game of Thrones?
A quick note: Jon may or may not be a Stark, but he is for all intents and purposes one of the Stark siblings - he even has one of the direwolves. So in our hearts, and the hearts of the other Starks, he will always be one of them in some form.
When did we last see the Starks together?
The Stark siblings have their big split on season one, when Jon Snow leaves for the Wall and Ned Stark takes Sansa and Arya south to King's Landing.
- Arya and Sansa are last seen together in King's Landing, before Arya is saved by Syrio Forel and then taken from King's Landing by Yoren of the Night's Watch, following her father's beheading.
- Bran and Rickon separate when Bran continues north to meet the Three Eyed Crow, the old man who helps him see those flashbacks we are so excited about. Meanwhile, Rickon goes with Osha, only to be handed over to Ramsay Bolton in season six.
- Robb Stark and Catelyn separate from the rest when they go off to fight the war (with some back and forth on Catelyn's part), only to be slaughtered during The Red Wedding.
When do the Starks almost cross paths?
- Arya and Sansa are both at the Eyrie and could have easily met again, but Arya and Sandor Clegane (aka The Hound) turn away from that opportunity.
- Bran and Jon almost meet, but Bran chooses not to reveal himself at Craster's Keep on season three.
- Arya almost meets with Robb Stark and Catelyn at The Twins (The Red Wedding), also on the third season.
- With Brienne of Tarth finding both Arya and Sansa, this is another near miss for the sisters to be reunited. Arya and The Hound don't know Brienne to be trustworthy, and they mess up this opportunity for a reunion in season four.
Will they meet again?
Now that Sansa and Jon Snow are back together and we all loved it, we have to imagine (and hope) that the show will give us other amazing Stark reunions. How could these reunions possibly come to pass?
- Arya is still training in Essos (Bravos) but is becoming quite a fighter and may certainly have a role to play in the final wars of Westeros. The question is whether she'll abandon her new status as "no one" to help her siblings.
- Rickon is given to Ramsay Snow in season six and used as a threat from Ramsay Bolton against Jon Snow and Sansa. Given the ending of season six's fourth episode, with Jon agreeing that it's time to stop Ramsay, we can hope Rickon will soon be joining Jon and Sansa. Let's just hope Ramsay doesn't kill him first.
- Bran is told by the Three Eyed Crow that he will not stay hidden underground forever and that he will have a role to play in the coming war (presumably between the White Walkers and the living). We imagine Bran will eventually reunite with whichever of his siblings are still alive at that point.
Stay tuned for a potential deadly and amazing family reunion! It will unfortunately not have Catelyn involved (while the book version of this certainly could in the form of Lady Stoneheart) but will hopefully have the siblings kicking butt.
How to Temporarily Disable - Not Delete! - Your Instagram Account
I have a love/hate relationship with my Instagram. There are a lot of things about it that I find #superf*ckingannoying, but from a photography standpoint, I do love following people with beautiful shots. And keeping up with my friends is cool, too. I'll often push Instagram away when I need some space, but like an ex I just can't quite quit, it will come creeping back into my life, and before I know it, I'm obsessed all over again and chronicling every detail of my #blessed life. Sometimes I just need a breather from social media in general, but I don't want to lose my prized portfolio of cat glamour shots and book porn in the process.
The solution? Disable, don't delete. Like with Facebook, Instagram users can temporarily suspend their accounts and return to them without losing their photos, comments, "likes," or information. Here's how to take a break without throwing away all your memories.
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