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.
mercredi 17 août 2016
Watch Your Favorite Olympic Gymnasts Blow Your Mind as Kids
Olympic gymnasts Simone Biles and Laurie Hernandez were already vaulting and flipping like pros at an age when most of us still needed training wheels.
Announcing the 2016 POPSUGAR 100!
Welcome to the 2016 POPSUGAR 100! It's finally time to reveal our list of the top celebrities of the year - a group that includes your favorite musicians, actors, public figures, and more. We've taken into account their recent career successes, personal milestones, fan followings, and of course, your votes in our annual list. Past winners of the POPSUGAR 100 have included Taylor Swift, Robert Pattinson, Jennifer Lawrence, and Angelina Jolie - and this year, we couldn't be happier to crown Beyoncé as our champ. Scroll down to find out where your most-loved stars placed on our list!
10 Celebrity Sunburn Mishaps That Actually Hurt to Look At
Celebrities usually pride themselves on looking put together most of the time, whether it's for a red carpet appearance or a quick coffee run. But when it comes to Summer, nobody is really safe from the dangerous rays of the hot sunshine. We can all apply sunscreen until the cows come home, but sometimes we forget, it washes off, or we've just been outside for too damn long. And since most stars like to document their vacations and days at the beach on social media, we get to see every moment up close (sometimes too close). To ease the pain (both literally and figuratively) of our own summertime mishaps, check out a few celebrities who also couldn't hide their sunburns.
Why It's OK to Care About Celebrity News and "Real Issues" at the Same Time
We've all been there - you scroll through Facebook, you stumble upon an article, and before you can even click in to read and judge it for yourself, you spot it: the inevitable "Who cares?" sitting atop the list of comments like a harbinger of hostility. It's typically followed by an effusive reply: "You, since you took time to comment!," which feels like vindication but really just opens a whole new can of worms. This trifecta of passive aggression is finally rounded out with some variation of "This is news?," "Focus on the real issues!," or "There are more important things going on in the world right now."
This bothers me for a few reasons, none of which involve the fact that it's literally my job to care about and cover those so-called "unimportant" things. It is, of course, entirely possible to care about more than one thing at the same time. Our brains can process, store, and maintain an incredible amount of information; that's why you can walk and chew gum at the same time, or worry about world hunger while also wondering what you're going to eat for lunch that day. But this sentiment also implies that only hard, serious news is "important," and ignores the reality: that it's just really, really exhausting to be focused on the "real issues" all the time.
It implies that only hard, serious news is "important" and ignores the reality: that it's just really, really exhausting to be focused on the "real issues" all the time.
The past two years have been pretty rough, both mentally and emotionally, where the news is concerned: I personally am simultaneously stressed out about everyday life things like succeeding at work, paying bills on time, and maintaining personal relationships while also dealing with the added anxiety of mass shootings, police brutality, rape culture, natural disasters, and Donald Trump becoming president. On top of dealing with street harassment and the possibility of being hit by a Muni bus while walking in the city, I also have to consider the chances of my family members being racially profiled by police and my friends traveling abroad being caught in a terrorist attack. There are "real issues" that plague us every day in our families, our friend groups, our romantic relationships, and our neighborhoods. I'm well aware of the "real issues." I'm fully caught up on the "actual news." And like many other people, I'm f*cking drained.
That is precisely why, when a famous couple gets engaged or divorced, a superhot actor goes shirtless on the beach, or Beyoncé shares a cute photo of Blue Ivy on Instagram, we should let ourselves care about it. We should give ourselves (and each other) the freedom and space to get excited and express enthusiasm about celebrity news, because it offers a respite from all the completely depressing things going on - at least until another completely depressing thing happens.
As Cheryl Strayed once wrote: "There are so many things to be tortured about, sweet pea. So many torturous things in this life." Life isn't easy, and we all need something to help us through it. For some people, it's yoga and meditation; for others it's reading about all the women Leonardo DiCaprio has dated, poring over photos of Prince George, or watching the drama unfold between Kim Kardashian and Taylor Swift. The best part is that there's room for all of it; you can support the Black Lives Matter movement while also hoping that Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner get back together, and you can follow the presidential election with the same fervor as you follow Chrissy Teigen's Instagram account.
The next time somebody tries to make you feel bad for essentially taking a break from the "more important things going on in the world," calmly remind them that as a living, breathing, human person, you are fully capable of grasping both world news and pop culture headlines. When it comes to what you turn to for self-care (especially in trying times), you just need to do you. At the end of the day: who cares?
Diana Ross Took Out an Ad to Congratulate Daughter Tracee on Her Emmy Nod, and It's Fantastic
It's hard to imagine being embarrassed by your mom when your mom is Diana Ross. On Wednesday, Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross took to Twitter to share the adorable ad that her mom, Diana, took out in The Hollywood Reporter to congratulate her on her recent Emmy nomination - Tracee snagged a nod for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for her role as Rainbow "Bow" Johnson. In the tweet, Tracee tagged her superstar mom as well as her siblings, sisters Chudney and Rhonda and brothers Ross Naess and Evan Ross, who is married to Ashlee Simpson. It's basically like when your parents bought you space in the back of your school yearbook to post a horrible baby photo of you, only way, way more glamorous.
OMG how cute r my mom @DianaRoss & family 4 taking an ad in @THR ☺️☺️ I ❤️U!! #blackish #Emmys #RossFamilyRocks http://pic.twitter.com/4Ihbvk8o1B
- Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) August 17, 2016
21 Recipes That Prove Pumpkin and Cheese Is a Winning Combo
Sure, you've had plenty of pumpkin spice products and pumpkin desserts, but have you ever tried cooking with pumpkin? Like butternut squash, pumpkin is a versatile veggie that can be used in soups, pastas, and more savory recipes for a seasonal and hearty upgrade. What makes all these pumpkin-filled recipes even more desirable is cheese, because cheese makes everything better. From stove-top pumpkin mac 'n' cheese to pumpkin goat cheese dip, these will become your favorite ways to cook with pumpkin this Fall.
The Best and Worst Oreo Flavors of 2016, So Far
It's been a year of highs and lows for Oreo. Can't keep up with every new flavor the beloved cookie brand has released in 2016 alone? We've got you covered. We've been putting our taste buds to the test all year long to bring you reviews of the best - and worst - flavors Oreo has come up with. Some of these are limited-edition flavors and might not be available at your grocery store anymore, but never fear: it's only a matter of time until Oreo comes out with the next out-of-the-box variation. Keep reading to see how Blueberry Pie, Cinnamon Bun, Choco Chip, and more 2016 flavors went over with our resident Oreo experts.
21 Not-So-Scary Black Cats, Because They Need Love, Too
Black cats are iconic when it comes to Halloween, but did you know they have their very own day dedicated to them, and it's NOT Halloween? Today is Black Cat Appreciation Day, so we've rounded up a bunch of black cats that are too cute for words.
Celiacs Rejoice: These Halloween Candies Are Gluten-Free
Holidays can be a real drag if you have dietary restrictions, and with Halloween being all about the candy, it can be downright scary. But there's good news for those avoiding gluten: although you'll have to steer clear of homemade mummy-shaped cakes and brownies decorated adorably with spiderwebs, most candy bars and hard candies get the green light - just stay away from Twizzlers, because they surprisingly do contain gluten! Now, we're not saying to go crazy with the candies, but when a majority of "fun size" bars are only 100 calories, a little indulging might be necessary.
First things first. Always read the label on your candy before consuming. Unless labeled "gluten-free," candy may contain traces of gluten, be produced in a facility that also processes products with wheat, or be made on equipment that is shared with products that are not gluten-free. Also note that a product labeled as gluten-free in one country may not be gluten-free where you live. For instance, Smarties in the US are g-free, whereas Smarties in Canada are not. Another reason to read the label? Companies are constantly changing the ingredients they put in products, so always double check just to be sure. When in doubt, you can call the 1-800 number located on the packaging to speak with a customer service representative to find out for sure if it's free of gluten.
Here's a list of popular candy that is currently gluten-free:
Chocolate
- Almond Joy
- Baby Ruth
- Bit-O-Honey
- Butterfinger (original flavor only)
- Charleston Chew
- Goobers
- Heath Bar
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate With Almonds Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Toffee and Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Kisses
- Hershey's Nuggets
- Oh Henry!
- Junior Mints
- Milk Duds
- Mounds Bar
- Payday
- Raisinets
- Reese's Peanut Butter Cup (all except Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Unwrapped Minis and seasonal shaped items)
- Reese's Pieces
- Rolos (all except Rolo Minis)
- Skor Toffee Bar
- Tootsie Roll
- York Peppermint Pattie (all except York Pieces Candy, York Minis, and York Shapes)
Candy
- Charms Blow Pops
- Dots
- Haribo Gold-Bears (not Juicy variety)
- Hot Tamales
- Jelly Belly Jelly Beans
- Laffy Taffy
- Mike and Ike Original Fruits
- Pixy Stix
- Red Hots
- Skittles
- Smarties (in the US)
- Starburst
- Sugar Babies
- Sugar Daddy
- Tootsie Pops
- Wonka Lik-M-Aid Fun Dip
If you're wondering about M&M's, Snickers, Twix, 3 Musketeers, and Milky Way, the company that makes these products, Mars, urges consumers to read the labels directly on the package for allergy information.
- Additional reporting by Heather Dale
The 1 Ab Exercise You Need to Add to Your Routine ASAP (and 5 Tips For Perfecting It)
If the first time you saw an ab rollout was on an infomercial for one of those wheel gadgets, you may have written it off in the same way you should probably write off most exercise infomercials. This is one case where we think you should reconsider.
You'll be hard-pressed to find any other abdominal exercise that so effectively targets the upper and lower rectus abdominis, as well as the internal and external obliques - basically your entire core. It's so effective, in fact, that we recommend warming up with some planks and crunches to prepare the core, and some arm circles if you're prone to rotator cuff pain.
Once you're warmed up, you can pick your poison in terms of equipment. If you don't have an exercise-specific rollout wheel, you can use a barbell instead by simply placing your hands shoulder-distance apart in the center of the bar and letting the weight plates act as the wheels. If the barbell room at your gym is meathead central, you can use a large exercise ball instead, starting with clasped hands on the ball and rolling out until your weight is supported primarily on your elbows (pictured). You can even go the DIY route, placing your fists pinky-side-down on two paper plates or hand towels and sliding them out on a slick, hard floor. Here's our how-to for doing the move itself.
Now that you've got your equipment lined up, here are some tips for getting the most out of your ab rollout:
- Start from a kneeling position, using a pad under your knees for comfort. After you've worked on your form, strength, and volume for a few months, you can attempt to work your way up to performing a rollout from a standing position, but it's an advanced modification that should be reserved for well-trained and healthy trainees.
- Maintain a modified plank position. You might be tempted to bend your hips back into a tabletop back position at the top of the movement, but that disengages the abdominals and diminishes the cumulative effect of your set. Try to keep you knees, hips, and shoulders in one straight line while you move only your arms.
- Squeeze your glutes! Yes, it's an abdominal exercise, but your ab muscles aren't meant to be stretched during the movement. A slight posterior tilt - achieved by squeezing your butt - will prevent this, allowing your core muscles to get stronger while also preventing hyperextension of the spine.
- Start small. The ab rollout is a challenging move and can place unnecessary strain on the shoulders and low back when performed improperly. If you're new to performing this exercise, start with a very small range of motion - as small as just six inches. Give yourself a few days to see how your muscles and joints react, and add a little distance to your ROM if your body gives you the green light.
- Don't forget to breathe. Following the general rule of inhaling during the concentric contraction phase of the exercise and exhaling during the eccentric contraction phase, make sure you inhale through the nose while you role your equipment of choice away from you, and exhale as you bring your arms back underneath your shoulders.
All that's left to do now is put it into action and watch those abs and obliques pop!
The Little Mermaid Live-Action Disney Movie: Here's What We Know
If you're a fan of The Little Mermaid, then your world is about to get a whole lot brighter. Disney is reviving the Hans Christian Andersen tale into a live-action feature, and it already sounds pretty magical. While the production company certainly has a lot of reboots in store, it isn't the only studio remaking the iconic fairy tale. Working Title is teaming up with Universal to put their own spin on the story with Chloë Grace Moretz as the main star. As more information trickles in, check out everything we already know about Disney's remake.
It's a Musical
After writing music for Disney's Moana, Lin-Manuel Miranda will lend his creative genius once more when he teams up with the animated film's original songwriter, Alan Menken. As if that weren't enough to get you excited, Miranda is also set to coproduce the movie alongside Marc Platt, who is currently working on the movie adaptation of Wicked. We can't wait!
Your Next Favorite TV Romantic Comedy Is Here, and It's Weird
New Fall TV shows are on their way in, and if you have the patience to sit through the trailers of all the new offerings, you might be making some mental notes for what you may want to add to your DVR come Fall, but let's be honest - there are a lot of them. That's why you come here! We already have some recommendations for new series we think you'll be into, and now comes another one, courtesy of The CW. The CW revealed its Fall schedule with a handful of freshman series, and one of them, No Tomorrow, stood out to me as the kind of show I'm going to love - and you will too, if you love network hits Jane the Virgin and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Here are the details.
Image Source: The CW
Who's Starring
Tori Anderson and Joshua Sasse
What It's About
Soft-spoken single girl Evie (Anderson) takes a risk and puts herself out there when she meets a neighbor who may be her new crush - sexy, British Xavier (Sasse). Unfortunately, the red flag waves immediately when Xavier tells Evie he's living his life like there's no tomorrow . . . because he thinks the apocalypse is coming. In eight months.
First Impression
You may have stopped reading when you got to that bit about the apocalypse, but stay with me: do you remember where you where when you heard the premise for Jane the Virgin? That show should not have worked, but thanks to the ultracharming cast and brilliant writing, it did. No Tomorrow shares the same tone (and exec producer Ben Silverman, who was also behind The Office), and wins you over in the trailer just as soon as you hear the world is ending. It's sweet, irreverent, and funny, just like Jane the Virgin and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, which have paved the way for more quirky-yet-earnest shows that appeal to women. I'm here for it and you should be too.
When Is It On?
Tuesdays at 9 p.m. on The CW
Watch the Trailer
A Star Is Born Is Finally Happening, and We've Got the Details
If you thought Lady Gaga's plate was full, get ready for the main course. In addition to joining the American Horror Story season six cast and announcing a new single from her forthcoming fifth studio album, the pop-star-turned-actress is heading to the big screen! Gaga is officially in on the remake of A Star Is Born, which is more than five years in the making and originally had Clint Eastwood and Beyoncé attached. If you're not already excited, just wait until you hear what else is in store.
After Her Son's Tantrum at the Supermarket, This Mom Receives a Sweet Surprise From a Stranger
When your toddler has a tantrum in public, the situation can become really uncomfortable. One mom found herself in this exact scenario while grocery shopping with her two children. Ashley Holmes shared on Facebook that her 3-year-old son "totally lost his marbles" and had a "full-blown meltdown," during their trip, causing customers to whisper and glare at the family. Like many mothers, Ashley wanted to run out of the supermarket, ALDI in Kurri Kurri, but managed to finish shopping.
As she headed to her car, Ashley noticed an ALDI employee approaching her and thought more judgment was about to pass. However, the mom of two revealed that the lady had actually brought her yellow roses from the store and said, "We thought you deserve these." She added, "I hope your day gets better," before giving the mom a hug. Ashley said the simple gesture almost brought her to tears.
If you thought that was the happy ending though, there's more. After Ashley shared the story on Facebook, one of her friends tagged the employee, Shannon Maybury, and the two women reconnected over social media. Shannon said she just wanted to make the mom smile and Ashley thanked her for being so kind. The exchange, which you can read below, is simply too sweet.
Celiacs Rejoice: These Halloween Candies Are Gluten-Free
Holidays can be a real drag if you have dietary restrictions, and with Halloween being all about the candy, it can be downright scary. But there's good news for those avoiding gluten: although you'll have to steer clear of homemade mummy-shaped cakes and brownies decorated adorably with spiderwebs, most candy bars and hard candies get the green light - just stay away from Twizzlers, because they surprisingly do contain gluten! Now, we're not saying to go crazy with the candies, but when a majority of "fun size" bars are only 100 calories, a little indulging might be necessary.
First things first. Always read the label on your candy before consuming. Unless labeled "gluten-free," candy may contain traces of gluten, be produced in a facility that also processes products with wheat, or be made on equipment that is shared with products that are not gluten-free. Also note that a product labeled as gluten-free in one country may not be gluten-free where you live. For instance, Smarties in the US are g-free, whereas Smarties in Canada are not. Another reason to read the label? Companies are constantly changing the ingredients they put in products, so always double check just to be sure. When in doubt, you can call the 1-800 number located on the packaging to speak with a customer service representative to find out for sure if it's free of gluten.
Here's a list of popular candy that is currently gluten-free:
Chocolate
- Almond Joy
- Baby Ruth
- Bit-O-Honey
- Butterfinger (original flavor only)
- Charleston Chew
- Goobers
- Heath Bar
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate With Almonds Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Toffee and Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Kisses
- Hershey's Nuggets
- Oh Henry!
- Junior Mints
- Milk Duds
- Mounds Bar
- Payday
- Raisinets
- Reese's Peanut Butter Cup (all except Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Unwrapped Minis and seasonal shaped items)
- Reese's Pieces
- Rolos (all except Rolo Minis)
- Skor Toffee Bar
- Tootsie Roll
- York Peppermint Pattie (all except York Pieces Candy, York Minis, and York Shapes)
Candy
- Charms Blow Pops
- Dots
- Haribo Gold-Bears (not Juicy variety)
- Hot Tamales
- Jelly Belly Jelly Beans
- Laffy Taffy
- Mike and Ike Original Fruits
- Pixy Stix
- Red Hots
- Skittles
- Smarties (in the US)
- Starburst
- Sugar Babies
- Sugar Daddy
- Tootsie Pops
- Wonka Lik-M-Aid Fun Dip
If you're wondering about M&M's, Snickers, Twix, 3 Musketeers, and Milky Way, the company that makes these products, Mars, urges consumers to read the labels directly on the package for allergy information.
- Additional reporting by Heather Dale
The 1 Ab Exercise You Need to Add to Your Routine ASAP (and 5 Tips For Perfecting It)
If the first time you saw an ab rollout was on an infomercial for one of those wheel gadgets, you may have written it off in the same way you should probably write off most exercise infomercials. This is one case where we think you should reconsider.
You'll be hard-pressed to find any other abdominal exercise that so effectively targets the upper and lower rectus abdominis, as well as the internal and external obliques - basically your entire core. It's so effective, in fact, that we recommend warming up with some planks and crunches to prepare the core, and some arm circles if you're prone to rotator cuff pain.
Once you're warmed up, you can pick your poison in terms of equipment. If you don't have an exercise-specific rollout wheel, you can use a barbell instead by simply placing your hands shoulder-distance apart in the center of the bar and letting the weight plates act as the wheels. If the barbell room at your gym is meathead central, you can use a large exercise ball instead, starting with clasped hands on the ball and rolling out until your weight is supported primarily on your elbows (pictured). You can even go the DIY route, placing your fists pinky-side-down on two paper plates or hand towels and sliding them out on a slick, hard floor. Here's our how-to for doing the move itself.
Now that you've got your equipment lined up, here are some tips for getting the most out of your ab rollout:
- Start from a kneeling position, using a pad under your knees for comfort. After you've worked on your form, strength, and volume for a few months, you can attempt to work your way up to performing a rollout from a standing position, but it's an advanced modification that should be reserved for well-trained and healthy trainees.
- Maintain a modified plank position. You might be tempted to bend your hips back into a tabletop back position at the top of the movement, but that disengages the abdominals and diminishes the cumulative effect of your set. Try to keep you knees, hips, and shoulders in one straight line while you move only your arms.
- Squeeze your glutes! Yes, it's an abdominal exercise, but your ab muscles aren't meant to be stretched during the movement. A slight posterior tilt - achieved by squeezing your butt - will prevent this, allowing your core muscles to get stronger while also preventing hyperextension of the spine.
- Start small. The ab rollout is a challenging move and can place unnecessary strain on the shoulders and low back when performed improperly. If you're new to performing this exercise, start with a very small range of motion - as small as just six inches. Give yourself a few days to see how your muscles and joints react, and add a little distance to your ROM if your body gives you the green light.
- Don't forget to breathe. Following the general rule of inhaling during the concentric contraction phase of the exercise and exhaling during the eccentric contraction phase, make sure you inhale through the nose while you role your equipment of choice away from you, and exhale as you bring your arms back underneath your shoulders.
All that's left to do now is put it into action and watch those abs and obliques pop!
Uh-Oh: Hulu Is Pulling the Plug on Free Streaming
Hulu, one of the last streaming services to offer free TV supported by ads, is switching to a subscription service in the coming weeks. Viewers will now have to pay $8 a month to watch Hulu's catalog. The company, which has allowed users to watch videos without paying since its launch in 2007, already offered a subscription service for limited ads. But since streaming has taken off and more people are cutting their cable cords, Hulu faces more competition (ahem, Netflix) so it is abandoning its free service - almost - completely.
Viewers can still access Hulu videos for free through Comcast and, now, Yahoo. Hulu and Yahoo partnered to create Yahoo View, a TV streaming site that will use Hulu's video player to host ad-supported TV shows from most of Hulu's network partners. Yahoo View will essentially function like Hulu's previously free streaming services: you will be able to watch the five most recent episodes from ABC, NBC, and Fox shows eight days after they were originally broadcast. So it's not the end of the world, but you might have to get behind Yahoo View to continue watching your favorite shows without cost.
8 Gadgets Perfect For Anyone Who Lives in a Small Space
No matter how many Pinterest boards you create, you probably won't have your dream room in college or right after graduating. But you're not alone living in a tiny space, and there are plenty of ways to make it work - especially with special gadgets and furniture that make it worth it. Ahead, check out creative tech solutions for tiny rooms - you'll wonder how you ever lived without them before.
Give Your Name a Creepy Makeover With This Stranger Things Generator
Fans of sci-fi Netflix show Stranger Things will love this website that turns any text into the same font as the opening credits. Makeitstranger.com transforms your name, for example, into the red neon script against the show's background.
Although the second season hasn't officially been picked up yet, this website is the next best thing to hold us over until then. The font generator came just in time for Halloween, too! Try it out yourself and share with friends.
Make Your Changing Station the Most Productive Place in the Nursery
Being a new parent requires patience and organization (and taking a couple deep breaths). It's a lifesaver to have everything you need stocked up and in a designated space, especially when it comes to changing stations. Keeping this part of the nursery in tip-top shape will make for a well-oiled machine. Here's how.
42 Times Celebrities Dressed as Other Celebrities For Halloween
Halloween provides a chance for celebrities to put on their costumes, and once in a while, those getups are actually the guises of other well-known stars. In 2014, so many celebs dressed up as Amal and George Clooney. And, of course, Miley Cyrus's infamous MTV Video Music Awards performance was a definite hit in 2013. And while there have been a bunch of pop star impersonators, there are plenty more including artists, cultural icons, and even reality stars.
The 1 Thing That Helped Me Face My Greatest Fear
Heights have always been a problem for me. To put it lightly, they shake me to my core. For that reason, I try to stay as close to the ground as physically possible, whether it be living on the relatively low fifth floor of an apartment building in New York City or choosing to drive irrationally long distances rather than fly. Flying. I get the nervous sweats just thinking about it. I'm perfectly aware of the fact that heights are often a part of life and having such a paralyzing fear of them is disadvantageous in many ways. So in a desperate attempt to face this fear once and for all, I chose to do it in the most playful and nostalgic way: rock climbing.
The last time I had encountered a rock wall was probably in second or third grade when my best friend hosted her birthday party at a kids' gym. After walking through the tall, warehouse-like doors of Brooklyn Boulders, I quickly realized this experience would be nothing similar. I met my belayers, Brandon and Alex, and before I knew it I was strapped in, hooked up to the ropes, and halfway up the first wall. I guess I blacked out for everything in between.
I was surprised by how strategic rock climbing is. Your body needs to make the right movements in order to reach the top, like ensuring that your legs are stable so that your forearm muscles don't strain too quickly.
At first, adrenaline is what kept pushing me farther up the wall. All it took was one glimpse down at the ground to totally sabotage the progress I had made. My palms became clammy and I started to slip. I reached into my chalk bag and then grabbed onto the nearest, most grip-friendly rock. I was back in business.
"No more looking down," I thought, scolding myself. What I needed was a change in perspective. I took my fear and channeled it into determination. I started looking at the wall as a puzzle, and as I kept solving, I reached the top.
I have to admit, if this had been a free climb or if I had been using an autobelayer, I doubt it would have gone as well. I realized on the way down that I had put all of my trust in Brandon, the man on the ground who was making sure I didn't fall from the sky, without hesitation. That in itself was a victory.
By no means am I completely rid of the fear, though. I'm still expecting to get anxious during a flight and I may not trek to the highest building in Manhattan, but I know that I can if I want to. The entire experience was empowering and, in my humble opinion, a great success.
The proof? My forearms weren't even sore the following day.
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The 1 Thing That Helped Me Face My Greatest Fear
Heights have always been a problem for me. To put it lightly, they shake me to my core. For that reason, I try to stay as close to the ground as physically possible, whether it be living on the relatively low fifth floor of an apartment building in New York City or choosing to drive irrationally long distances rather than fly. Flying. I get the nervous sweats just thinking about it. I'm perfectly aware of the fact that heights are often a part of life and having such a paralyzing fear of them is disadvantageous in many ways. So in a desperate attempt to face this fear once and for all, I chose to do it in the most playful and nostalgic way: rock climbing.
The last time I had encountered a rock wall was probably in second or third grade when my best friend hosted her birthday party at a kids' gym. After walking through the tall, warehouse-like doors of Brooklyn Boulders, I quickly realized this experience would be nothing similar. I met my belayers, Brandon and Alex, and before I knew it I was strapped in, hooked up to the ropes, and halfway up the first wall. I guess I blacked out for everything in between.
I was surprised by how strategic rock climbing is. Your body needs to make the right movements in order to reach the top, like ensuring that your legs are stable so that your forearm muscles don't strain too quickly.
At first, adrenaline is what kept pushing me farther up the wall. All it took was one glimpse down at the ground to totally sabotage the progress I had made. My palms became clammy and I started to slip. I reached into my chalk bag and then grabbed onto the nearest, most grip-friendly rock. I was back in business.
"No more looking down," I thought, scolding myself. What I needed was a change in perspective. I took my fear and channeled it into determination. I started looking at the wall as a puzzle, and as I kept solving, I reached the top.
I have to admit, if this had been a free climb or if I had been using an autobelayer, I doubt it would have gone as well. I realized on the way down that I had put all of my trust in Brandon, the man on the ground who was making sure I didn't fall from the sky, without hesitation. That in itself was a victory.
By no means am I completely rid of the fear, though. I'm still expecting to get anxious during a flight and I may not trek to the highest building in Manhattan, but I know that I can if I want to. The entire experience was empowering and, in my humble opinion, a great success.
The proof? My forearms weren't even sore the following day.
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Hugh Jackman Takes a Break From Filming and Shows Off His Ripped Body on the Beach
Hugh Jackman is currently in his native Australia shooting the third Wolverine movie, and on Wednesday, the actor took a break from filming and went for a shirtless swim at Bondi Beach. Hugh has been putting in a lot of hard work at the gym in preparation for his role, and judging by these photos, it's clearly paid off. Just last week, Hugh shared a photo of himself looking much older on Instagram, which sparked rumors that he would be playing the Old Man Logan version of Wolverine in the franchise's next film. While Hugh has yet to comment on the speculation, see why he is one of the most lovable men in Hollywood.
5 Steps to Packing the Perfect Carry-On Suitcase
Stylist Irma Martinez, who has worked with celebrities like Thalia, Sofia Vergara, Daisy Fuentes, and Eva Longoria, shares her most useful fashion secrets with POPSUGAR Latina.
As a businesswoman, I travel quite often. And with years of experience hopping on and off planes, I've mastered the art of carry-on packing for one main reason: airlines have lost my luggage on more than one occasion, leading me to learn - the hard way, unfortunately - that the last thing I want is to arrive at my destination with nothing to wear, then waste the first few days there fighting with an airline trying to get it back.
After a few of those unpleasant experiences, whether I'm traveling for a meeting, a vacation, or a personal matter, I always travel only with a carry-on. My suitcase will never get lost again, and there's the added benefit of never having to wait by crowded baggage carousels! Don't get me wrong. It's a challenge for sure, but I'm sharing my tips here so you can be an expert packer, too. You won't have to sacrifice style, I promise!
10 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 gave 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, including ours! As production for the upcoming season begins to film, be sure to keep up on what all is in store for Storybrooke this next go 'round.
This Olympic Runner Lost Her Shoe, Still Finished the Race Like a Total Badass
Ethiopia's Etenesh Diro didn't let a little thing like losing a shoe keep her from chasing her Olympic dream.
Inside the Queen's Balmoral Photo Album
With its 50,000 acres of misty moors, vast lochs, and wide open spaces, it's no wonder that the queen's Scottish Highlands residence, Balmoral, is one of her favorite places to be. Every Summer without fail, her majesty heads north for a couple of months, and her family all come and visit while she's in residence - but what do they get up to when they're there? Over the decades, an intriguing stash of photos have amassed, showing insight into the lives of the queen and her loved ones at their least guarded - and proving it has been the backdrop for some very intimate family moments.
This Olympic Runner Lost Her Shoe, Still Finished the Race Like a Total Badass
Ethiopia's Etenesh Diro didn't let a little thing like losing a shoe keep her from chasing her Olympic dream.
Kylo Ren Watching the Rogue One Trailer Is What Star Wars Dreams Are Made Of
Any Star Wars fan knows that Kylo Ren is a pretty insufferable character. He's filled with angst, obsesses over Darth Vader, and doesn't exactly have a good relationship with his father. It's why he's become the perfect character to parody - whether it's on Saturday Night Live or in a new video showing Kylo Ren "reacting" to the Rogue One: A Star Wars Story trailer.
Created by the Auralnauts, a duo that creates a lot of funny videos on YouTube, the video hilariously captures what Kylo would definitely think about the trailer. He provides commentary all throughout the trailer, like trying to enunciate Bothans, and even nicknames the character Chirrut Imwe as "magic stick man." Watch it above and just try to stop yourself from laughing.
Stop Everything! This Is Where You'll Want to Get a PSL This Year
Peet's Coffee has a new Fall drink that chocolate- and pumpkin-lovers are going to want to try ASAP. The Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Mocha, available at all Peet's locations on Aug. 31, is part pumpkin spice latte and part hot chocolate, and it tastes like the essence of Fall. Here's everything you need to know about this new drink plus all the other pumpkin-spice staples Peet's is offering this year. Which one are you most excited to try?
Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Mocha
If you're in the mood to treat yourself, this new drink is exactly what you need. The barista adds a heaping spoonful of dark cocoa powder to the milk (two percent, almond, or soy) before steaming it and pouring over the pumpkin spice syrup in the cup. The result is a rich, chocolaty, and cinnamon-y drink that rivals the classic PSL. I especially love that it's made with pure cocoa powder rather than chocolate syrup, because the slightly bitter cocoa really complements the espresso. A dash of simple syrup bumps up the sweetness, but you can order it without added sugar if you want. The mocha is topped with whipped cream, which - wait for it - is available in a completely dairy-free version made of coconut cream. If you're lactose intolerant or dairy-free, you can indulge in a sweet and creamy whipped topping on any drink if you ask for it.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Peet's has its own pumpkin spice syrup that serves as the base of its Pumpkin Spice Latte, which has been around for over a decade. The syrup is more dessert-like than spicy - think buttery, smooth, and sweet. The syrup is topped with fresh shots of espresso, steamed milk, whipped cream, and a dash of spices to finish it off. Unlike other PSLs out there, this one doesn't leave you with an artificial aftertaste, and it's not painstakingly sweet.
Pumpkin Chai Latte
More than any other, this drink will make you want to curl up in a big sweater and light a pumpkin-spice candle. All the aromatic spices of Mighty Leaf Masala Chai join forces with Peet's pumpkin syrup for a seriously comforting latte.
Pumpkin Spice Javiva
A Javiva is Peet's take on a frozen coffee drink, like a Frappuccino. You might get a brain freeze from drinking this pumpkin-flavored blended beverage too quickly - that's how easily it goes down. This frozen treat gets its caffeine from Peet's cold-brew coffee, which is bold enough to stand up to the pumpkin syrup and whipped cream.
Relish the Summer Heat With Some Serious Bikini Inspiration From Your Favorite Bloggers
A Summer-ready wardrobe isn't complete without a bikini, right? Whether you plan to barbecue by the pool or sip cocktails on the beach (one of Latin America's finest, perhaps?), chances are you're going to want to slip into something itty bitty and enjoy the blazing heat.
So, in the spirit of warm-weather fashion, we've tracked down some of the sexiest bikini inspiration - in all different styles - straight from your favorite jet-setting bloggers. Read on to discover them all, and then take a look through sunglasses heaven to find your perfect pair of sun-shielding frames.
15 Great High School Shows to Watch on Netflix
No, you do not have to be in high school to love watching TV shows (or movies) about high schools. Years after getting my diploma, teen dramas and comedies are still one of my favorite TV genres. Lucky for me, they're all over Netflix. Whether you're looking for a boost of nostalgia (like Gilmore Girls) or you're hoping to catch up on a show that's still on (Pretty Little Liars, anyone?), there are tons of great high-school-centric series that you can watch right now. Take a look to get my recommendations and swoon over the guys you would have loved to go to high school with! And if none of these are for you, check out the vintage shows on Netflix, too!
7 Places You've Probably Seen Milo Ventimiglia (Including Gilmore Girls, Duh)
NBC has a tearjerker nestled in among the bevvy of new Fall TV shows. It's called This Is Us, and it follows a select group of people who all share the same birthday and the mysterious ways their lives intersect. If you've looked into the show at all, you might have recognized a familiar face in Milo Ventimiglia, who plays the husband of a very pregnant Mandy Moore. Wondering where you know him from? We certainly were.
The 6 Main Suspects For Andrea's Killer on The Night Of
With Game of Thrones off the air for the year, HBO has a buzzy new show to fuel your prestigious TV addiction: The Night Of. The crime thriller stars Riz Ahmed as Naz, a shy college student with maybe the worst luck ever: after a chance night on the town with a beautiful stranger, he wakes up from a drug-induced haze to find his new friend murdered. There's blood all over him and he runs out of fear, and before you can say Making a Murderer, Naz is in jail as the very obvious prime suspect. Or is he? We spend "the night of" with him, and it seems pretty clear that this kid is no murderer. But who else could it have been? We have a few theories for the potential killer, and we'll keep updating as more suspects come into the fold. For now, see if you agree with these other possible murderers.
We're More Than OK With the #MermaidThighs Trend
Raise your hand if you're so ready for the thigh gap thing to be over. The idea that our bodies have to look a certain way to be attractive is so beyond passé, right?
Terms like "thigh gap," "muffin top," "spare tire," and "saddlebags" are terms that have the ability to generate shame, self-consciousness, and a bad relationship with your sense of self. But you know what phrase doesn't create those feelings? Mermaid thighs.
That's right - #mermaidthighs. It's probably the best body-positive term we've seen on social media lately, and although the message is pretty much the same on a lot of these memes, we love each and every iteration of its self-loving, mermaid-celebrating ways.
We're More Than OK With the #MermaidThighs Trend
Raise your hand if you're so ready for the thigh gap thing to be over. The idea that our bodies have to look a certain way to be attractive is so beyond passé, right?
Terms like "thigh gap," "muffin top," "spare tire," and "saddlebags" are terms that have the ability to generate shame, self-consciousness, and a bad relationship with your sense of self. But you know what phrase doesn't create those feelings? Mermaid thighs.
That's right - #mermaidthighs. It's probably the best body-positive term we've seen on social media lately, and although the message is pretty much the same on a lot of these memes, we love each and every iteration of its self-loving, mermaid-celebrating ways.
35 Epic Emoji Costume Ideas Straight From Your Smartphone
You know these familiar faces; you incorporate them into your snarky group messages every day. That's right, we're talking - or, um, texting - about emoji. We love throwing those hilarious little symbols into typed-up conversations, but how about bringing them to real life? We've got you covered on all sorts of geeky Halloween costumes, but we're pretty pumped about this tech-savvy concept. Whether you're throwing an emoji party or need an ingenious costume for Halloween, these ideas will surely be crowd-pleasers. (Insert smiley face here.)
The Best Beach Reads For a Summer Getaway
Looking for poolside page-turners you can dive into while you're away on a Summer getaway? With a mix of popular classics, romantic novels, thrillers, and modern fiction, we're highlighting a range of options you can tote along on your next vacation. Before you start packing, take a look at these must-have beach reads, plus some of the best books of this Summer.
17 Back-to-School Products Any Cool College Girl Needs This Fall
Whether you want Summer to end (the heat!) or not (the fun days off!), there's no way of avoiding the next few weeks full of back-to-school shopping, boxing stuff for college, and getting ready to hit the books again.
If you or a family member are heading to a dorm this Fall, we have a list of fun and full-of-personality products anyone will happily pack up with them. Look ahead to find fun notebooks that'll get creative juices flowing, wall art that'll make everyone smile first thing in the a.m., and even a tote that celebrates a favorite song lyric. Enjoy!
Hannah Bronfman Works Out All Week and Never Loses Motivation - Here's How
Hannah Bronfman really does it all. The It girl, Adidas ambassador, and founder of health and wellness site HBFit is always on the go and always trying a new workout - it's like she never loses steam. When we talked to Hannah last week, we had to ask her what her "secret" is for always staying motivated.
"I'm always pumped up!" she told POPSUGAR. "I love trying new things. . . . I try to do something different every day."
And that is her secret to staying motivated: keeping her schedule mixed, refreshed, and new . . . and never doing too much of the same workout. Hannah told us that because her schedule is so different every day and every week, she never gets bored and is always excited, which means she's always working out!
Here's an example of a week of workouts in the life of Hannah Bronfman (we're taking notes).
- Monday: Pilates. New York's best-kept secret? According to Hannah, it's hot mat Pilates. "It's insane," she told us, describing the "unassuming" third-floor studio of TriBeCa Yoga Loft. "It's like high-intensity interval training with mat Pilates in a hot room. SO crazy."
- Tuesday: modelFIT. Hannah said she loves "cardio sculpting at modelFIT," which is one of NYC's trendiest classes. She told us that you hold two-pound weights through the entire 60-minute session.
- Wednesday: Personal Training. "I'll do a private session with my trainer, Kira Stokes." She described her routine as strength training through challenging bodyweight workouts.
- Thursday: Hot Yoga. Hannah typically breaks up her week with a classic heated Vinyasa flow.
- Friday: Dance. What better way to stay motivated throughout the week than with a "fun dance class" on a Friday?
- Saturday: Track Sprints. Getting some serious cardio in, Hannah said, "I'll head to the track on Saturday with Brendan [her fiancé] and get a few sprints in."
- Sunday: Rest. "Unless I'm feeling feeling adventurous," Hannah said, this is her day to chill and take a break. She noted that she doesn't typically work out on weekends, but she likes to be active in other ways.
The result is a super-well-rounded mix of strength training, conditioning, cardio, and regeneration - read: the perfect balance. She's getting five to six workouts in weekly but only doing things she enjoys and typically bringing a friend or her fiancé with her to make things even more exciting. So what are you waiting for? Sign up for something new and different, and get ready to feel as pumped up as Hannah B.
Kim Kardashian Explains Why She Doesn't "Label Herself" a Feminist in a Fairly Confusing Essay
Kim Kardashian is at the center of a debate this week, but this time it isn't about nude Instagram photos or exposing Taylor Swift on Snapchat. Kim has long eschewed the idea of being "labeled a feminist" and most recently spoke on the topic during the #BlogHer16 conference in LA. When asked about her stance, Kim revealed that while she is "so supportive of women" and wants them to "be confident," she isn't a "free-the-nipple type of girl." The backlash was swift - and much like she did to clarify her thoughts on the Black Lives Matter movement, Kim took to her blog on Monday to elaborate on and explain her comments. Read her open letter below.
"For me, a feminist is someone who advocates for the civil and social rights and liberties of all people, regardless of their gender; anyone who believes that women should have the same choices and opportunities as men when it comes to education and employment, their bodies and their lifestyles.
Of course I want these things! I'm all about empowering and uplifting women. Obviously, there are things about me that people might say make me a feminist: I work hard, I make my own money, I'm comfortable and confident in my own skin, and I encourage women to be open and honest about their sexuality, and to embrace their beauty and their bodies.
But why do we have to put labels on things? You're Republican, you're Democrat, you're bisexual, you're plus-size, you're poor, you're a criminal, you're a mother, you're a feminist. I'm a human being, and I have thoughts, feelings and opinions about a lot of different things. I don't need to be defined by those beliefs, just as much as I don't want to be set apart from - or viewed as being against - those who DO define themselves by those beliefs.
I feel that being grouped or labeled can create separation between people who do (or don't) fall into certain categories, when they may actually share many of the same beliefs and goals. It's not about he, she, gay, straight, black, white. The fight for equality is about ALL human beings being treated equally - regardless of gender, sexuality or ethnicity.
It's simply a personal choice that I don't like the idea of being labeled. I'll always fight for women's rights. Always. I support women to the fullest. But, at the end of the day, no one should feel pressured to be labeled as anything just because they believe in certain things and support certain values or ideals."
Hannah Bronfman Works Out All Week and Never Loses Motivation - Here's How
Hannah Bronfman really does it all. The It girl, Adidas ambassador, and founder of health and wellness site HBFit is always on the go and always trying a new workout - it's like she never loses steam. When we talked to Hannah last week, we had to ask her what her "secret" is for always staying motivated.
"I'm always pumped up!" she told POPSUGAR. "I love trying new things. . . . I try to do something different every day."
And that is her secret to staying motivated: keeping her schedule mixed, refreshed, and new . . . and never doing too much of the same workout. Hannah told us that because her schedule is so different every day and every week, she never gets bored and is always excited, which means she's always working out!
Here's an example of a week of workouts in the life of Hannah Bronfman (we're taking notes).
- Monday: Pilates. New York's best-kept secret? According to Hannah, it's hot mat Pilates. "It's insane," she told us, describing the "unassuming" third-floor studio of TriBeCa Yoga Loft. "It's like high-intensity interval training with mat Pilates in a hot room. SO crazy."
- Tuesday: modelFIT. Hannah said she loves "cardio sculpting at modelFIT," which is one of NYC's trendiest classes. She told us that you hold two-pound weights through the entire 60-minute session.
- Wednesday: Personal Training. "I'll do a private session with my trainer, Kira Stokes." She described her routine as strength training through challenging bodyweight workouts.
- Thursday: Hot Yoga. Hannah typically breaks up her week with a classic heated Vinyasa flow.
- Friday: Dance. What better way to stay motivated throughout the week than with a "fun dance class" on a Friday?
- Saturday: Track Sprints. Getting some serious cardio in, Hannah said, "I'll head to the track on Saturday with Brendan [her fiancé] and get a few sprints in."
- Sunday: Rest. "Unless I'm feeling feeling adventurous," Hannah said, this is her day to chill and take a break. She noted that she doesn't typically work out on weekends, but she likes to be active in other ways.
The result is a super-well-rounded mix of strength training, conditioning, cardio, and regeneration - read: the perfect balance. She's getting five to six workouts in weekly but only doing things she enjoys and typically bringing a friend or her fiancé with her to make things even more exciting. So what are you waiting for? Sign up for something new and different, and get ready to feel as pumped up as Hannah B.
Meet the Growing Cast of Disney's Live-Actor Nutcracker Movie
Misty Copeland has been owning the ballet world, and she's about to go even more mainstream. Copeland has been cast in Disney's upcoming live-action movie, The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, and she's not the only one! This week, Variety confirmed the addition of Keira Knightley. Lasse Hallström (Safe Haven, Chocolat) is directing the film adaption of Peter Tchaikovsky's ballet; the script was written by Ashleigh Powell. Copeland, who has danced in stage productions of The Nutcracker before, announced the news in a sweet Instagram of her script, commenting, "I'm thrilled to be a part of this amazing project with Disney and the wonderful Lasse Hallstrom." Keep reading to see who else has signed on!
The Summer Finale of Pretty Little Liars Is Closer Than You Think
The first part of Pretty Little Liars' seventh season is coming to a close. With the Summer finale looming in the distance, we know it's time to brace ourselves for plenty of drama. In recent weeks, Jenna Marshall has made a mysterious return and Sara Harvey has been murdered, leaving a list of suspects in her wake. And, of course, we're still no closer to finding out who "A.D." is. Curious about how the Summer will come to an end? We got you covered.
This Mall Had the Genius Idea of Turning Its Lobby Into a Pokémon Arena
This mall is a Pokemon Gym so it turned its lobby into a Pokemon Arena. from gaming
For many of us, the creation of Pokémon Go let our childhood dreams come true: to catch Pokémon in real life. Colonie Center mall just furthered our fantasies and turned its lobby into a Pokémon arena.
According to a Reddit post by user PolarDorsai, the Albany, NY, mall was a Pokémon Gym, so it only made sense to embrace it and lure in more customers (smart move). The arena features a large Pokéball floor decal and hanging team flags. Although it's not the fanciest thing, it's cool enough to make aspiring Pokémon masters come battle and to hold Pokémon Go events. Check out the video below to see the arena get set up.
8 of the Best Memes So From This Year's Olympics
The 2016 Olympics are only just past the halfway mark, but we've already seen enough triumphs, failures, and downright hysterical moments to last a lifetime. There are plenty of event highlights to replay over and over again. But, if you're looking for moments that are going to be the new bar for Olympics glory, look no further: we've pulled together the best memes that will have you laughing (and crying for joy) till the 2018 Games.
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This Japanese Grumpy Cat Will Be Your New Spirit Animal
A new cat with sass is on the rise and she even makes Grumpy Cat look nice. Introducing Koyuki, a 9-year-old Scottish Fold cat from Yokohama, Japan, who's making a name for herself on Instagram as the new Grumpy Cat. The fierce feline doesn't look like one to put up with anyone's crap, but her Instagram bio clarifies that "She is not upset" - she just looks that way. Anyone with resting b*tch face can probably relate to Koyuki's struggle.
After seeing her adorably angry face, you'll get why she has more than 47,000 Instagram followers. Grumpy Earl the Puggle is probably one of them! Look ahead to see just how grumpy this cat is, plus captions of what we think she'd say.
A Struggling Ice Cream Shop Got a Second Life Thanks to Pokémon Go
Pokémon Go is the game that keeps on giving, whether it's helping users with depression and stress or promoting physical activity. Now, it's also helping small businesses, like an ice cream shop called Mad Hatter's Ice Cream in Anacortes, WA, that has a second life now thanks to the game.
According to King 5, shop owner Gary Dear had to shut his business down in June due to a neurological disorder. He reopened it shortly after when Pokémon Go first released, and business has never been better. Users have been stopping by for ice cream while visiting the multiple Pokéstops around Gary's shop and dropping Lures to bring in more Pokémon.
"Never in my wildest dreams did I ever expected it to end up like this," Gary said to King 5.
Watch the video above to see how Pokémon Go turned the place around.
10 Luxe-Looking Mauve Lip Color Options All Under $12
The revival of the mauve '90s lip is a trend we welcomed back with enthusiasm. In 2014, Kylie Jenner reminded us how versatile and sexy the color can look and it became part of her iconic beauty look. Fast-forward to 2016, and we still can't get enough of this hue.
The rose-purple color because popular quickly because of how versatile and flattering it looks on all skin tones. Mauve is bold enough to warm up your day time office makeup and then subtle enough to pair with your night-out smokey eye. We are confident the mauve lip is here to stay and will continue to be your go-to shade for Fall.
Luckily if you're on a budget, there are amazing drugstore options for a fraction of luxury prices. Whether you prefer liquid lipstick, chubby crayons, or matte lipstick, there are great and affordable choices for you. Read on for mauve lip products you can get at the pharmacy.
These High-Tech Tattoos Are Straight From the Future
Flash Tattoos are about to get a crazy upgrade. Researchers at MIT's Media Lab, together with Microsoft Research, created wearable tattoos that can be used as a controller, among other things.
The tattoos, called DuoSkin, are made out of simple materials: gold leaf, vinyl film, and tattoo paper. The team then created three different uses for the tattoos. The first, called input, is about creating a design that can then work like a controller to work with something like Spotify. Another one, named output, is a tattoo that responds to body temperature by changing its color. Lastly, there's communication, which focuses on creating near field communication (NFC) design. The technology behind NFC is the same used on your iPhone to make Apple Pay work. So, in theory, you can use your tattoo to send data to your phone, like a movie ticket you bought.
Here's how you would make them: First, use a graphic design program to draw out what the circuit will look like. Then, using a vinyl cutter, cut out the design trace onto tattoo paper with a layer of vinyl film. Next, layer on the gold leaf and attach surface-mount electronics to it. After that, just slap it onto your skin like a temporary tattoo with water and you're set.
The team behind DuoSkin wants the product to be in the hands of everyone. "This is something that we purposely wanted to make accessible to anyone," said Cindy Hsin-Liu Kao, one of the members of the research team, in a video. The team estimates in their paper that creating a three-by-four-centimeter NFC tag is less than $2.50, making it a device easy enough to replicate.
This idea of a truly wearable tattoo device is one we hope to continue to see more in the future - and the research team agrees. "There is no fashion statement greater than being able to change how your skin looks," said Kao. Check out a video of DuoSkin ahead, as well as photos of what it looks like.
This Woman's Hospital Visit Was Full of Drama Thanks to Her Snapchat Boyfriend
When this woman made an unexpected hospital visit for a back injury, she turned to Snapchat to entertain herself - and the results are amazing. The Imgur user who goes by the username OliviaWilde recently shared her Snapchat Story that was filled with all the drama, intrigue, and excitement of a soap opera!
After complaining about being in the hospital, she drew a hilarious stick figure seated in a nearby chair with the caption, "My boyfriend is so worried about me." Said "boyfriend" then goes on to get her flowers, steal her prescription papers, and (spoiler alert!) ends up getting hit by a car.
The whole story - which currently has 187,006 views - simultaneously cracks us up and makes us feel like we need to step up our Snapchat game ASAP. See it in all its glory below.
I went to the ER yesterday for a back injury. They gave me tons of pain killers. This is the result.
New York City reports 49 Zika-related pregnancy cases, 1 baby with microcephaly
Of the 49 pregnant women who've tested postive for Zika in New York City, one baby has been born with microcephaly, health officials say.
New York City reports 49 Zika-related pregnancy cases, 1 baby with microcephaly
Of the 49 pregnant women who've tested postive for Zika in New York City, one baby has been born with microcephaly, health officials say.
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