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.
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9 Things We Know Already About Game of Thrones Season 7
Season six of Game of Thrones only recently came to a bloody end, and we're already having some serious withdrawal issues. If you're in the same boat, let's all remember that the end of one season just means the beginning of speculation about another! We have a lot to talk about, especially since the creators, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, have already given two rather interesting interviews following the season six finale. Here's what we know about what's coming up from them, plus the show's panel at Comic-Con!
This Heartwarming Track Moment Is the Ultimate Demonstration of the Olympic Spirit
Two competitors who never once spoke a word before this race shared a touching moment that beautifully illustrates what the Olympic spirit is all about. During the 5,000m heat on Tuesday morning, US runner Abbey D'Agostino was running in a pack with four and a half laps left to go. She stumbled and accidentally clipped New Zealand runner Nikki Hamblin who was just ahead of her, and both fell to the ground.
Nikki said, ""When I went down I was like, 'Why am I on the ground?' And suddenly there was this hand on my shoulder." It was Abbey, who had stopped to help her up, saying "Come on, get up. We have to finish this race."
After colliding, @abbey_dags (#USA) & @NikkiHamblin (#NZL) show true #Olympic spirit. https://t.co/LJf9pvPIbV https://t.co/HTfixzxCVS
- NBC Olympics (@NBCOlympics) August 16, 2016
But Abbey's knee buckled underneath her after an injury she had suffered in the fall, and she fell back down. Nikki turned and helped her back up to her feet, and they both finished the race. They hugged at the finish line, and we smiled, witnessing one of the greatest moments in the Rio Olympics. Nikki said, "I'm so grateful for Abbey for doing that for me. That girl is the Olympic spirit right there."
15 Fun Goodie Bag Ideas Without Candy
Skip the traditional goodie bags for your child's next birthday party - we've rounded up 15 fresh party favor ideas that your young guests will love, from a special music mix to cool take-home crafts. Plus, there's a sweet gift for Mom in here, too!
This Heartwarming Track Moment Is the Ultimate Demonstration of the Olympic Spirit
Two competitors who never once spoke a word before this race shared a touching moment that beautifully illustrates what the Olympic spirit is all about. During the 5,000m heat on Tuesday morning, US runner Abbey D'Agostino was running in a pack with four and a half laps left to go. She stumbled and accidentally clipped New Zealand runner Nikki Hamblin who was just ahead of her, and both fell to the ground.
Nikki said, ""When I went down I was like, 'Why am I on the ground?' And suddenly there was this hand on my shoulder." It was Abbey, who had stopped to help her up, saying "Come on, get up. We have to finish this race."
After colliding, @abbey_dags (#USA) & @NikkiHamblin (#NZL) show true #Olympic spirit. https://t.co/LJf9pvPIbV https://t.co/HTfixzxCVS
- NBC Olympics (@NBCOlympics) August 16, 2016
But Abbey's knee buckled underneath her after an injury she had suffered in the fall, and she fell back down. Nikki turned and helped her back up to her feet, and they both finished the race. They hugged at the finish line, and we smiled, witnessing one of the greatest moments in the Rio Olympics. Nikki said, "I'm so grateful for Abbey for doing that for me. That girl is the Olympic spirit right there."
20 Reasons the Fashion World Better Look Out For Justin Bieber's New Girl
Sofia Richie's name might be on everybody's lips thanks to a few Instagrams on Justin Bieber's feed, but she's been around for a while. When you grow up with fashion influencer Nicole Richie for a sister, it's hard to avoid the spotlight. But Sofia embraces it with ease, maintaining a signature look that's all her own.
Sofia's style can be defined as feminine-meets-grunge, accessorized to boot with key designer pieces. While she got her start modeling for Madonna's line Material Girl and covering magazines, she now sits front row at Fashion Week, hangs out with It girls like Bella Hadid and Joan Smalls, and makes flashy statements everywhere she goes. Read on for 20 reasons we've got our eyes on her.
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.
21 of Demi Lovato's Most Body-Positive and Confident Workout Pictures
Demi Lovato is known for her badass vocals, but her toned curves are just as noteworthy. The "Confident" singer has been open about her struggles with eating disorders and self-esteem in the past, and she's using her recovery story to promote a body-positive message on stage, on social media, and - of course - in the gym.
Whether she's simply warming up, mid-workout, or cooling down after a tough sweat session, Demi loves sharing her inspirational progress. Read on to see exactly how she stays fit, and then admire her striking Hollywood evolution.
I'm Asian, I Came Out of the Closet, And I Finally Cut My Hair Short
I refused at first. For the first 14 years of my life, I would not allow my hair to be cut shorter than its comforting length of just below my shoulder blades. It wasn't a fashion statement. I usually just pulled it back into a ponytail, since anything more elaborate than that was too feminine for my teenage tomboy sensibilities.
By the time I left for college in New York City, my hair had grown long again. It was dyed bronze and still a little wavy from an old perm that was as shaky as my grip on the closet.
I finally "came out" the Spring of my junior year, four months after having my hair cropped boyishly short, a gendered descriptor I had always anxiously avoided. It was a low-maintenance cut with a straightforward part to the side. Simple. Safe. And I felt like I had made a daunting choice.
It was dyed bronze and still a little wavy from an old perm that was as shaky as my grip on the closet.
I was desperately afraid of being a stereotype. My occasional dresses hid the cargo shorts-wearing skeletons of my childhood. I laughed away the lesbian jokes about going to a women's college. Acting straight allowed me to defy those who made assumptions about me. It didn't matter that they were right all along. In fact, it infuriated me.
When I finally announced my bisexuality to as much of the world as my Facebook privacy settings permitted, I very firmly maintained that it had absolutely nothing to do with my new haircut. But it only took a couple months to get over my own suspiciously specific denial and embrace my queerness in all its stereotypical triumph. I came out with my hair.
A few months later, I decided to come out again. Aesthetically. Whereas my first step into my queerness was cautious and filled with anxiety over how I was read by others, my second step was to accept the person I secretly wanted to be. So, I spouted radical politics, owned an obscene number of faux leather jackets, and became the tomboy of my childhood (sans cargo shorts). And then I got an undercut.
In my relief and rejoicing, I had forgotten that my queer identity came part and parcel with my race.
For a moment, it felt right, both attractive and a defiant statement, but only because I badly wanted it to be. For weeks following, it felt off. The short hairs clipped close to the side of my head stuck out like bristles. My cowlicks wouldn't stay down. It wasn't the feathery fades of the photos I had brought to show the stylist. My hair was too straight, too coarse to stay coiffed. I had forgotten a crucial point.
In my relief and rejoicing, I had forgotten that my queer identity came part and parcel with my race. My hair - the texture of my mother's and grandmothers' and aunts' - is dark, thick, and straight. It's not light, downy, and delicate like the white models who showed up whenever I googled: "women, undercut."
Being Asian and queer complicated things.
When it comes to queer style, androgyny is a desirable challenge to gender normativity. It touts the butch (but not too butch) looks of Halsey, Ruby Rose, Milla Jovovich, and Kristen Stewart.
It's an ongoing journey to feel positive about my queerness, my race, and my hair on top of that.
Androgyny has always been about that hard-edged balance between masculinity and femininity. But when Asian masculinity is desexualized and Asian femininity is infantilized, twists on gender presentation don't quite make the same impact. With my short, flat hair, and my soft racialized features, I felt like a 12-year-old boy. I got carded at bars the same days baristas called me "sir."
It's an ongoing journey to feel positive about my queerness, my race, and my hair on top of that. Even out of the closet, I would often feel awkward and ill-fitted. I tried new haircuts. My hair wasn't fine enough to pull off the pixie cut or flexible enough for a pompadour, and my cowlicks were too tenacious for anything asymmetrical.
It took trial and error and error and error, until I figured out a solution. I found a Japanese hair salon. They knew my texture, the quirks of my part, and the shape of my skull. While they did not share my Taiwanese heritage, they understood the very specific struggles I had with my hair.
Instead of going wild with a clipper, my stylist brought shape to the back of my head with careful trimming. She left the sides and top long to let my cowlicks bear down with their own weight, but added a choppy texture to keep it from flattening. When I stopped bringing in photographs of models I wanted my hair to resemble and instead worked with my stylist to understand the ways my hair grew out, I finally settled into cuts that suited me and my queerness.
I walk the streets happy to confuse strangers with my gender presentation.
There is no one way to look queer. A haircut isn't a requirement for coming out. But the decision to resist against assumptions of gender and femininity and race can be a healing and invigorating aspect of loving and accepting yourself in a world that continues to police beauty.
These days, I walk the streets happy to confuse strangers with my gender presentation. When I feel especially frisky, I style my hair up with some grooming cream, and when frisky is too much work, I wear a hat. Either way, long or short, my hair will always be as queer as me.
Celebrities You Didn't Know Were Classmates
Are you ready to be schooled in some crazy celebrity connections? Whether it was Eddie Redmayne attending the same boarding school as a prince, Cameron Diaz's unsurprising weed supplier, or two pairs of Office stars who share classmates, these celebrities once found themselves sharing the same scholarly walls.
- Additional reporting by Maria Mercedes Lara
This Behind-the-Scenes Footage Proves That Jason Momoa Was Born to Play Aquaman
Ever since we saw the intense fitness regimen that Jason Momoa used to get into superhero shape for Justice League: Part One, we've been anxiously awaiting his debut as submarine hero Aquaman. Not only did Momoa part with his beloved chest hair for the role, but he also completely redefined the traditional DC Comics idea of the hero! So when we caught a glimpse of the ruggedly gorgeous actor behind the scenes of Justice League, we thanked our lucky stars (and the folks who run DC Films' Tumblr account) for such a blessing.
The two behind-the-scenes GIFs of Momoa in a large pool (presumably between takes), complete with his Aquaman armor and faux full-body tattoos, were accompanied by a quote about the actor from producer Deborah Snyder. "Jason is a physical presence. He's enormous - kind of scary, but at the same time he's warm and loving," the quote reads. "And we felt like these were the characteristics Aquaman needed to have."
And we thought we couldn't get more excited! If you need us, we'll be counting the minutes until Justice League: Part One hits theaters in November 2017.
Killer Halloween Inspiration: 19 Makeup Looks to Try This Year
Want a gorgeous makeup look this Halloween? Or do you want to stand out? Whatever the case, we have something just for you. Even if you don't have a full-on costume, here are a few makeup looks you'll be able to pull off at home.
Every Supermodel's Favorite Jeans Are Stuffed Somewhere at the Back of Your Closet
Maybe you retired your skinny jeans with the rise of the wide leg, but Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Kaia Gerber, and the rest of the It models kept them in steady rotation. No matter where they're headed, be it Paris for Fashion Week or LA for downtime, they remember their denim. Plenty of these ladies have tried out the '70s trend with bell bottoms, but at the end of the day, they always come back to their skinnies.
Now that Fall's just around the corner, we're turning to the supermodels for inspiration and pulling out the simple style we used to love so much. After all, there are plenty of ways to refresh the silhouette with a 2016 twist. Whether you re-create Bella Hadid's sporty look with a bomber or Hailey Baldwin's romantic combination with a silk camisole, you'll wonder why you ever retired your tight-fitting pants in the first place. Read on for 12 notable outfits, then update your denim drawer as you see fit.
Epic #FitnessFails Only CrossFitters Understand
If you've ever done a WOD (Workout of the Day), these #CrossFitFails may be all too familiar. Beware: they might make you never want to take a CrossFit class again - or ever!
Epic #FitnessFails Only CrossFitters Understand
If you've ever done a WOD (Workout of the Day), these #CrossFitFails may be all too familiar. Beware: they might make you never want to take a CrossFit class again - or ever!
Your Ultimate Guide to Fall's Biggest Shoe Trends
Your Summer days are numbered, but Fall shoe shopping is the silver lining. With an onslaught of new silhouettes hitting the floor, we've curated something of a field guide to shop the most wearable trends of the season. It may mean kissing your strappy sandals or slides goodbye for now, but there are worthy new upgrades in store. From Fall's more polished mules to the luxe texture you'll be wearing on everything, scroll through to sift through the eight biggest styles. Know just what you want? Click below to shop a specific trend.
You've Got to Watch Michael Phelps's Race Set to Super Mario Music
Who knew the sounds of Super Mario are the perfect background music for Olympic swim races? Retro SFX blew our minds with a video of Michael Phelps competing in the same fashion as Mario and Luigi. You'll recognize the Nintendo sounds playing throughout the race, including his savage prerace game face to his well-deserved victory. The rising flag at the end after he takes his gold is just the cherry on top. People definitely love this mashup considering it has more than 3,000 reactions, 17,000 shares, and 700,000 views. Watch it below.
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Anonymous no more: Meet the student who quietly donated part of his liver to a little girl
Kris Chung was a 19-year-old Royal Military College student when he decided to donate part of his liver to a total stranger.
Anonymous no more: Meet the student who quietly donated part of his liver to a little girl
Kris Chung was a 19-year-old Royal Military College student when he decided to donate part of his liver to a total stranger.
12 Lessons You Learned From Great High School Movies
You don't have to be a student to get some good advice from one of the best film genres of all time: high school movies. Clueless's Cher Horowitz has plenty of wisdom to impart, and there's something to learn from every member of The Breakfast Club. Whether you're gearing up for a new semester or it's been years since you've picked up a mechanical pencil, you could certainly benefit from these 12 important lessons from Easy A, Heathers, and more great high school films.
Apple Might Finally Give Us What We've Been Waiting For: a Waterproof iPhone
As rumors continue to circulate about Apple's iPhone 7, which has an expected release date of Sept. 7, one leak is emerging that might actually come true. The blog Patently Apple recently discovered that Apple acquired a patent for color-correcting technology in underwater photos - meaning the phone itself would have to be waterproof . . . right?
This news seems long overdue as many smartphones, like Samsung's Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, are already waterproof or, at the very least, splash-resistant. It also makes sense considering another rumor stating the iPhone 7 won't have a headphone jack - removing the possibility for water damage to occur.
According to Patently Apple, the patent was originally filed in late 2013, but was just published this August. The blog states that Apple's invention edits photos taken under water to remove "undesirable tints from objects in the scene." So not only will we soon be able to (hopefully) hop in the pool with our phones, but our subsequent photos will come out looking Instagram-ready.
It is worth noting, however, that not all of Apple's patents end up actually coming to fruition. For example, they filed a patent for a curved, wrap-around display screen in 2011 that still hasn't been introduced. So unfortunately, this rumor can neither be confirmed nor debunked until the phone is released.
Gigi Hadid's Bikini Print Is So Obvious, We Should Have Been Wearing It Years Ago
Gigi Hadid's on vacation, and her recent Instagrams are clear proof. After posing in front of palm trees and then, well, wearing them on her suit, it's obvious the supermodel's enjoying her pre-Fashion Month getaway. While we can only see the top half of Gigi's pink two-piece, her saturated snap made us wonder why we're still missing a triangle suit with such a classic pattern. Read on to see how Gigi matched her mirrored sunglasses to her beach look, then shop for your own palm-tree-printed bikini.
Why Khloe Kardashian Is Urging Her Fans to Monitor Their Skin
Khloe Kardashian is cautioning her fans to be mindful of skin health after discovering a cancerous mole on her body a few years ago. The star got candid about her scare with skin cancer in a post on her app.
In her recollection, Khloe shared that a few years back, she noticed a growing mole under her breasts. She researched potential causes of the expanding mole and learned that if a lesion is changing in size or shape, you should seek medical attention. And she did.
"They took the whole thing out and they biopsied it. Thankfully, it was benign," she revealed. "I've gone through this process a couple of times and I am so grateful that most moles have not been cancerous."
But despite a few false alarms, Khloe did find that one mole on her skin actually was cancerous. She explained that doctors removed eight inches of skin upon discovering the affected area.
Khloe urged her fans to check on the health of their skin frequently. "Now that I've gone through this a couple of times, I am extra aware of my skin, body and moles" she wrote. Though Khloe hasn't dealt with any biopsies recently, she hopes that her experience will encourage others to take action if they notice any unusual marks on their own bodies. "I haven't had a problem in years, but wanted to share my experience with you so that if you notice something doesn't look right, you will take action and take care of your health!"
You can start protecting yourself from the risk of skin cancer by using an effective SPF to shield your body from the sun. In addition, be aware of atypical spots on your body (including the soles of your feet!) and make an appointment for a routine screening with your dermatologist. Consistent skin checks with your doctor will allow him or her to monitor your complexion, making any new, suspicious spots easier to find.
Kate Hudson Is a Pro at Posting Throwback Photos of Her Adorable Family
When it comes to Throwback Thursday, it's obvious that Kate Hudson takes things very seriously. Since creating her Instagram account, the actress has posted a number of adorable childhood photos, including some great shots with Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell. Recently, she shared a snap of her whole family dressed in amazing '80s gear, and it made us want to do a little digging for more precious treasures. So without further adieu, here are some of the best family photos that the Russell-Hawn clan has shared over the years.
25 Risotto Recipes That Are Better Than Pasta
If pasta had a sister, her name would be risotto. Many people think risotto is in fact tiny pasta, but it's not. It's a dish made of arborio rice, which is an Italian short-grain rice that absorbs liquid wonderfully. Traditionally made by gradually adding heated stock to the rice, risotto is a one-pot dinner that's not only fun to make, but also ridiculously satisfying to eat. If risotto isn't already a part of your weekly routine, these recipes will change that. Easy, breezy, and (most importantly) cheesy, these risottos are the definition of comfort food.
Skip the Salon! Learn How to Create Fun Side Twists Perfect For a Summer Wedding
The following post was originally featured on Birdie Shoots and written by Kelly Torrez, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Latina.
I've been loving styling my shorter locks! For some reason, I feel like I actually have found more ways to style my hair now versus when it was double the length. Before I had it snipped, I Pinned loads of similar styles. I came across a few that I knew I had to try, case in point, the side twists.
I couldn't help but remember back to elementary school when we would use butterfly clips to twist our hair back! I'd like to think of this as an update on the classic, so I chose gold bobby pins over clips.
Jobless, car-less and afraid to call for help: epilepsy patients say police screwed up arrests
People with epilepsy are worried that two epilepsy sufferers were arrested and criminally charged.
Jobless, car-less and afraid to call for help: epilepsy patients say police screwed up arrests
People with epilepsy are worried that two epilepsy sufferers were arrested and criminally charged.
40 Things Parents Shouldn't Have to Say to Their Kids, but Do
You won't want to miss out on this hilariously relatable ode to the crazy things we say to our kids each day from blogger and mother Meredith Masony of That's Inappropriate.
Do you remember the warm fuzzy feelings you had when you thought about having children? That feeling of excitement and wonder about the journey to come. While you were daydreaming about the joy of raising children, I guarantee that you had visions of loving exchanges and deep emotional conversations. No one ever stops and thinks about the crazy things you will eventually say to your child. I can tell you that there are plenty of things that I never thought I would say to my children, yet I say them over and over again.
- Stop licking yourself.
- Did you just put your finger in your butt and then sniff it?
- Why are you eating boogers?
- At what point did you think it was a good idea to poop in the front yard?
- Wearing underwear isn't optional. You must wear underwear.
- When you shower you need to use soap, every time!
- We don't pee on our friends.
- It isn't necessary to name your poops. Just flush the toilet.
- I understand that you love your fish, but you cannot snuggle him.
- Stop playing with your nipples. They will eventually fall off if you keep pulling on them.
- Your penis is not a toy. Give it a rest or it won't be able to do its job.
- Mom is now a bad word. If you say it again you will immediately regret it.
- Do you think my answer has changed since the last time you asked…5 seconds ago?
- If you keep putting LEGOS up your nose, you won't have enough pieces left to finish the kit.
- What did you think the bottom of the shoe was going to taste like?
- Don't be sad. Accidents happen. I pee when I sneeze.
- We go to bed every night. I don't understand why you are shocked. We went to bed last night, the night before that, and the night before that. This is not new information.
- I don't care that you spit that food out, pick it up and eat it. You will clean your plate or we will sit here all night.
- I don't care that Daniel Tiger doesn't wear pants. You have to wear pants. You are not a tiger.
- Please don't point at people. You are not invisible, they can see you pointing at them.
- I asked you to whisper. Screaming is not whispering.
- Do not show your butt hole to anyone. EVER! That is not the point of show and tell.
- Nice girls don't show their nipples. Put your shirt down.
- I will love you even if you grow up to be a dinosaur. I promise.
- Do not put the dog in a choke hold. She does not like that. That is why she runs away from you ever time she sees you.
- I love you, but go away.
- I know she was mean to you, but you can't stab her with a Lincoln log. Lincoln logs are not weapons.
- If you stay in your room all night and don't come out, I will buy you whatever you want.
- I have never seen anyone be so thirsty at bed time. Did you forget to drink all day long?
- You have to actually look for your shoes to find them. Screaming, "I can't find my shoes" will not locate the shoes.
- You don't have to tell me every time you fart. There are no awards for that.
- I will tell you when we get there. I'm not hiding the fact that we are there by driving around aimlessly.
- I don't cook vegetables because I hate you. I cook them because I love you.
- All I did was ask you to put on your shoes. No one told you to walk on hot coals, just put on your shoes.
- Get in the car. Get in the car. GET IN THE CAR!
- Buckle your seat belt. Buckle your seat belt. BUCKLE YOUR SEAT BELT!
- Did you really just ask me what happens when I get to three?
- Take your food out of your pants.
- Please put your peed in pull up in the trash can. The bathtub is not a trash can.
- No one can be this hungry all the time. You have had 18 snacks today and three meals.
Cherish the loving moments. Enjoy the "I love you's" and "You're the best Mom ever." The in-between moments are filled with "We don't put JELLO in our ears" and "Please stop pretending your penis is a sword."
The 1 Print We Might Wear Too Much of This Fall
Stripes and checks are prints so classic, they've become neutrals in our closet; by nature, leopard's a little more wild. But this Fall, we're embracing spots like never before. Instead of worrying about a possible clash, we're throwing the pattern into the mix when everyone least expects it. Yes, you should wear those leopard platforms with a gingham dress - just add a belt to break things up. And if your outfit feels too basic, why not tie up your hair and slip on your leopard stud earrings? When we heard the iconic Stan Smith got a leopard update, we were sure of the print's staying power. Read on for proof that leopard's trending, and shop for the pieces you need to add a healthy dose to your wardrobe.
The Creator of NARS Exclusively Chats Makeup Trends and Breaking Rules
NARS makeup is everywhere, from Blake Lively's face to Sephora's many shelves. Its elusive French creator, Francois Nars? Not so much. That's because unlike today's makeup mavens (like Kylie Jenner and Instagram's most viral), the Tahitian resident stays firmly behind the scenes, painting faces backstage at Marc Jacobs while creative directing his beauty brand.
But Monsieur Nars is about to pull back the curtain with his new eponymous book called Francois Nars, out Sept. 6. It boasts 434 pages of vision boards, behind-the-scenes model Polaroids, fashion shoot outtakes, and even career advice. You can pre-order it on Amazon now, and keep reading for his candid thoughts on the beauty industry, the best celebrities to have in the makeup chair, and what he really thinks of YouTube tutorials.
Spoiler alert: He contours, too.
POPSUGAR: Mercury will be in retrograde when your book comes out. Are you worried? Do you believe in that stuff?
Francois Nars: Ehhh . . . I do and I don't. I do, yes, but you have to go through it. I mean I'm not going to stop doing jobs or cancel my travel plans just because the planets aren't aligned the right way. I know some people do change their lives around it - they'll decide not to travel or do any deals, but I'll never do that. Maybe that's why I've done some bad deals, who knows! [Laughing.]
PS: Do you pack more correcting products in your makeup kit during retrograde phases?
FN: Yeah, maybe more concealer. Maybe more makeup remover. Or maybe you just go with it and adopt a messier look. What are you going to do, other than go with the flow?
PS: But you don't always go with the flow! Your career took off because you were applying makeup with a very different technique, right?
FN: That's true. The very first time I went to a photo studio in Paris, they noticed me because I had a much lighter hand than other makeup artists. I used less product, and I think right away, in the industry at that time, [trends] went faster than ever. They looked at me and said, "My god, this guy is doing something different." I made the girl look fresher than what was going on at the time. I guess it was groundbreaking. It was definitely a rebellion.
I was very shy, but I believed in what I was doing.
PS: It's so funny to think of barely-there makeup as a rebellion.
FN: It's strange because I was so attracted by the very hard edge of ['80s] fashion photos. Those images pushed me to become a makeup artist. But when I finally became one, I went the opposite way than those photographs I loved so much growing up. The influence of my mom was very strong. She was not a Guy Bourdin kind of woman. She was more of a Hans Feurer woman - a little tan sometimes, glowing skin, but not really into sculpted, heavy makeup.
PS: Did her aesthetic make you want to change the makeup game?
FN: It did. I went that way first to make a statement in the fashion and makeup industry - that you don't need a mask of makeup. But my taste in the hard-edged images came back no matter what, so I started mixing. And I think that mix had a fresher approach. Even if I was doing a strong red lip, the skin would be lighter and more transparent. That made a big statement. Even when I was working with Irving Penn and [Richard] Avedon, my touch was lighter.
Nobody can tell you what to do or not do with makeup. So you have to trust your sixth sense about knowing what works.
PS: What made you brave enough to try something different, even when you were surrounded by the biggest legends in the business?
FN: The secret is if you believe in yourself. I was very shy, but I believed in what I was doing. You can be shy, you can be very discreet, but if you believe in what you do and the way you do it, then you have the guts and the balls to do it, and to follow through. Even if you're working with Richard Avedon, you know at the end that your work will stand out and look great. No matter what, it needs to look great. You can't break rules and then have the final look be bad! So you'd better be confident enough to know that if you break the rules, you're going to make it work. Otherwise, you're cooked.
PS: OK, but how do you know if your makeup works?
FN: The answer is, it's an instinct you have. It's something you either feel or don't feel. There isn't a written book, "this works, this doesn't work." I mean, there are books, but they're not true. Nobody can tell you what to do or not do with makeup. So you have to trust your sixth sense about knowing what works and doesn't work. At the end, you're the woman who should know what looks good on you.
PS: But your runway looks are sometimes so extreme. They aren't meant to look necessarily "good" on anyone.
FN: But the runway is the perfect lab to break rules. You can show the world different visions of beauty through a designer's clothes.
PS: Even if you can't wear it in real life?
FN: [Laughing] Makeup artists don't care about that! That's not important! Your runway, as a working woman, as a fun girl, as you, it can be anywhere you want. Your runway is real life. The runway, it's not about saying, "Is this possible for women?" Who gives a damn?! I don't care. I'm doing something first of all to please a designer. Are his clothes wearable by everybody? Probably not. Does he care? Definitely not . . . but when you do Marc's show, for example, the vision is not about pleasing people. We don't say, "Oh my god, is it possible for Madame to wear this makeup to the office?" That's not our purpose. We just do a vision that we have - like an artist painting something - and then hopefully there are always elements that you can grab in "real life."
PS: What do you think of YouTube? Do you think the video beauty tutorials are "real life"?
FN: Oh, it's outrageous. I think the tutorials are insane. Watching people apply contour is amazing. We used to do that to Naomi [Campbell] 20 years ago, but that was something that only professionals knew how to do. It's not easy. So when I watch YouTube, I always ask, "Is this person a makeup artist?" Because it's very hard to do. It can go wrong very easily. And some of them absolutely look like they know what they're doing.
PS: Wait, you think YouTubers really are beauty experts?
FN: I think they know how to create a look. But a lot of those looks are only for red carpet or for selfies. The makeup you see on the internet is so heavy! If you want to walk in the street like that, I mean . . . in daylight, it could look quite scary.
The freedom is what's big today. It would be very sad if everyone looked the same.
PS: Do you know about strobing? Where you add light to the face?
FN: Strobing? Are you serious? I love the name. Do they call it "hashtag strobing?" Okay. We've done that for 20 years or more - strobing, I mean, not hashtags. You just highlight your cheekbones. You know Marilyn Monroe used to do that herself, and she learned from her makeup artists. She put light on her chin you can always see it on camera. "Strobing," huh? Funny.
PS: Matte lips are having a moment. Can we declare them dead for Fall? Long live gloss?
FN: Oh, I like both of them. Matte, glossy, whatever. Some people look better glossy and some look better matte, especially red. And today everything is possible. There isn't just one fashion. The matte lipstick is big right now, and when it's red it looks like velvet. Beautiful. I don't think anyone should only wear one thing now, at least not for a long time. Even on TV, the girls have a matte lip, then a gloss. The freedom is what's big today. It would be very sad if everyone looked the same.
PS: You've worked with more celebrities than most Oscar winners. Who are your favorite actresses in the makeup chair?
FN: One is Tilda Swinton, always. And then I just worked with Sarah Paulson. I adore her. She can be definitely transformed into anything. I took some fantastic pictures of her. I mean, to die. You're going to love it when you see her. She's got one of those faces. That's why on American Horror Story she's so different each season. She's a fabulous actress and deserves so much more than what she gets. You know, and so many people in Hollywood get so much and they don't deserve it? She's the opposite. She is the next big star.
PS: Really?
FN: Sure. Until someone starts "strobing" on the internet, I guess. [Laughing.]
If Fashion Were an Olympic Sport, Queen Máxima's Dress Would Win Gold
Just one day after showing off her toned shoulders in a floral strapless jumpsuit at the Olympics, Queen Máxima wore yet another winning outfit as she excitedly watched Dutch gymnast Sanne Wevers outperform Team USA's Laurie Hernandez on beam and win the Netherlands' first-ever gold medal in the sport.
Máxima caught our eye during the intense competition in a flattering Vita Kin embroidered linen dress with a subtle slit at the front, a belted waist, and the right amount of pouf in the sleeves. While the entire royal family sported the country's signature orange hue, the fashionable Queen used her shawl to incorporate a chic dose of patriotic flair that perfectly complemented the hints of blue in both her outfit and satchel bag. Simply gorgeous! Keep scrolling to see more pictures of Queen Máxima and her family enjoying the Games, and then take a scroll through her most animated moments ever.
You Loved Karlie Kloss's Top the First Time You Saw It - on Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid isn't the only monogram queen in this town. Karlie Kloss has her fair share of personalized clothing too, including this "Like a Kloss" tee she created with Express. But if Gigi and Karlie had to agree on one standout piece, they might just choose their Jacquie Aiche x Mother Denim Foxy Boxy shirt.
While you've got to call the showroom to customize your own, getting inspired by how the supermodels styled their denim is a fine place to start. Read on to see Karlie and Gigi's button-downs, both stitched with a lucky eye patch, then snag one for yourself. Or check out similar designs from alternative brands.
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth Are Dripping in Gold at His Sister-in-Law's Birthday Party
Let it be known: the Hemsworth clan goes all out when it comes to parties. Over the weekend, Liam Hemsworth and his fiancée, Miley Cyrus, attended a gold-themed birthday bash for his sister-in-law Samantha. While Miley, who brought along her pals Wayne Coyne and Katy Weaver, wore a gold jersey and a fake Olympic medal around her neck, the Australian actor showed a little bit of leg by donning gold shorts and a tank top from Venice Beach fitness center Gold's Gym. And the craziness didn't end there. The eldest Hemsworth brother, Luke (and husband of the birthday girl), also took to Instagram to post a fun snap of the guys posing with a life-size gold horse statue. If this is any indication of what's to come for Liam and Miley's wedding, their guests are in for one wild reception.
Be a Part of Our 4-Week Beginner Bodyweight Challenge
If you're completely new to strength training, doing bodyweight exercises is a great starting point - since you don't need any equipment, you can do them anywhere, anytime. This four-week challenge incorporates six basic moves designed to target all your major muscle groups.
Here are instructions for the six different moves, followed by a four-week plan. Follow the plan and adjust it as needed according to your schedule and ability level.
Be a Part of Our 4-Week Beginner Bodyweight Challenge
If you're completely new to strength training, doing bodyweight exercises is a great starting point - since you don't need any equipment, you can do them anywhere, anytime. This four-week challenge incorporates six basic moves designed to target all your major muscle groups.
Here are instructions for the six different moves, followed by a four-week plan. Follow the plan and adjust it as needed according to your schedule and ability level.
11 Actors Who Were Almost Cast in Fifty Shades of Grey
Fifty Shades Darker madness is about to be on, and we're stoking the fire. To be honest, we're still obsessed with the Fifty Shades of Grey soundtrack, and the first movie broke all kinds of records at the box office. You might now forever see Jamie Dornan as Christian and Dakota Johnson as Ana, but did you know there were a ton of other actors up for the roles? Take a look at the contenders like Charlie Hunnam, Shailene Woodley, and more stars who were almost cast in the racy film!
If Kate Middleton's Your Bridal Icon, These Wedding Dresses Are For You
You stayed up into the wee hours of the morning to watch the royal wedding, and seeing Kate Middleton walk down the aisle was better than any fashion show. Ever. Kate Middleton's your bridal style icon, and despite her gown's long embroidered train that extended to 110 inches and intricately stitched Chantilly lace bodice, that's totally viable. You can easily use Kate Middleton's look as inspiration for the one you'll wear down the aisle, though Alexander McQueen's Sarah Burton may not source your fabrics and stitch them together from scratch.
Whatever most attracted you to Kate's ensemble - be it the Victorian influence, the modestly plunging neckline of her bodice, or even its sheer sleeves - you can find in a silhouette that's right for you. We rounded up 16 designs that boast special details the duchess would approve. In fact, she might even be jealous of your modern update. Read on for an all-angles look at Kate, then shop for a royal dress of your own.
There Are More Horses in This Painting Than Your Eyes Can Register
Another day, another optical illusion to drive you mad. Today, we bring you the mystery of counting how many camouflaged horses you see in this painting. It might appear easy to spot at first glance, until you start confusing the snowy mountain with the horses' patched pinto coats with one another. Bev Doolittle, the artist who created this painting, is known for depicting disguised horses - but we have to admit, this might be her most puzzling. Think you know the answer? Look for yourself.
The number of horses in this painting was hotly debated at the POPSUGAR offices. Some saw three, others saw four. Guess what? There are actually five horses: one in the foreground to the left and four grouped together on the right side. Time to challenge your friends' eyes and find out what they see!
11 Actors Who Were Almost Cast in Fifty Shades of Grey
Fifty Shades Darker madness is about to be on, and we're stoking the fire. To be honest, we're still obsessed with the Fifty Shades of Grey soundtrack, and the first movie broke all kinds of records at the box office. You might now forever see Jamie Dornan as Christian and Dakota Johnson as Ana, but did you know there were a ton of other actors up for the roles? Take a look at the contenders like Charlie Hunnam, Shailene Woodley, and more stars who were almost cast in the racy film!
You Will Cry Laughing at This Mom's Instructions to Her Husband For Watching the Kids
"I'm writing this to you out of love, not fear," starts Meghan Maza Oeser in a letter to her husband that outlines instructions for watching their kids while she's away. "I wanted to go over a few things with you before you embark on this weekend alone . . . with the others." In the letter, Oeser details everything from meal preferences to which sippy cup is acceptable for bedtime, and the way she describes her children's antics will make you fall off your chair laughing.
"Upon arriving home after work, things won't seem so bad. The others will hug, jump, and for the most part, be pretty excited to see you. This will be short lived . . . I promise." Oeser continues by disguising horror stories as directives that will help her husband "survive" the weekend:
Dinner will suck. Bailey will want pizza, while Harper will ask for hot dogs. Quinn will cry when you say the word hot dog, and will insist on mac n cheese (not the orange kind or the white kind, but the purple kind). We'll be fresh out of the purple kind, so she'll ask for toast. You'll already have started making mac n cheese for Penny, but since she heard Quinn ask for toast, she'll also want that toast.
You'll want to sit down and relax after dinner, but I'm warning you against this. It will get quiet...REAL quiet. This is when you'll realize that the threenager has fallen asleep somewhere. Do NOT let the threenager fall asleep. You're basically f*cked if this happens.
Pajamas. F*CK pajamas. Don't even ATTEMPT anything but a nightgown for Penny. And if you cannot find a nightgown for Penny, keep f*cking looking. She'll ask for her Minnie Mouse nightgown, but once you put it on, she'll scream in agony because the sleeves are CLEARLY ripping her f*cking arms off. Just find her Elsa one. Chances are, it's dirty as sh*t, but so what . . .
Quinn, Harper, and Bailey will go down seamlessly. Just wait. As they lie in their beds, they'll then realize that their tiny mouths are on God damned fire . . . They will come down one by one every god damned five minutes for water. Don't let ANYONE use Quinn's pink Elsa cup. If she sees this, she will lose her holy sh*t.
Breakfast. . . . Penny might want cereal, or she'll go for toast. Whatever you do LET HER PICK HER SPOON. Chances are, Quinn will have the ULTIMATE spoon, and Penny will convince you that you've left her with the sh*ttiest spoon in the bunch. Sometimes I'll give her a fork, and then flip her off.
Oeser ends her hilarious note with a few more good lucks, a subtle jab at him, and a simple, yet incredible, "Kisses." Read the whole incredible thing above.
vendredi 19 août 2016
The 25 Best American Horror Story Guest Stars
American Horror Story is known for its ability to transform an ensemble cast from season to season - the cast of American Horror Story: Hotel is no exception - but there are a handful of guest stars who have only made brief appearances. We're going back and remembering the 25 best guest spots on the show, from the first season all the way up to Hotel!
5 Times Snow Patrol's "Chasing Cars" Destroyed You in TV and Movies
Heartbreaking moments in movies and TV shows have a tendency to stay with us for a very long time. While the actual story is always emotional, it wouldn't be nearly as moving if it weren't for the perfectly paired songs that we can sob along to. Shows like Grey's Anatomy have perfected tearing our hearts out with devastating deaths and unlikely disasters, while movies like Just Go With It add heartwarming moments to an otherwise lighthearted comedy. And what's the first song that always comes to mind when thinking about the most memorably sad movie and TV moments? "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol. Keep reading to see all the times it made you reach for that box of tissue.
Gilmore Girls Has Already Dropped So Many Instagram Hints About the Revival Plot
Gilmore Girls fans have been waiting with bated breath since Netflix announced that they would revive the show in a four-part series titled Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. But Netflix knows that they can't keep us waiting forever, which is why they've been teasing us with Instagram snaps straight from Stars Hollow. These snippets from the set, which feature familiar references to the beloved TV show, only fuel the fire of our curiosity about the reunion series. Specific references have even inspired some theories, so here's what you can glean from the show's mysterious snaps. Oh, baby! (Literally.)
jeudi 18 août 2016
The 50 Hottest Pictures of Jamie Dornan as Christian Grey
If you've been following along with all the Fifty Shades Darker set pictures, you already know Jamie Dornan is bringing sexy back as Christian Grey. It's been two years since we got a look at him as the character on the set of Fifty Shades of Grey, and it appears both Dornan and Christian are just getting sexier with time. We've already rounded up all of Dornan's sexiest shots from the Fifty Shades Darker set, but it's time to take our obsession to the next level. Thus, we present every hot picture of Dornan in character from both sets and official pictures from the first movie. Scroll through at your own peril, folks.
UN admits it needs to do 'much more' to eradicate cholera in Haiti
The United Nations says it needs to do "much more" to address its own involvement in the introduction of cholera to Haiti and the suffering of those affected, estimated at more than 770,000 people.
UN admits it needs to do 'much more' to eradicate cholera in Haiti
The United Nations says it needs to do "much more" to address its own involvement in the introduction of cholera to Haiti and the suffering of those affected, estimated at more than 770,000 people.
American Horror Story: Which of These Trailers Is Actually Teasing Season 6?
We have a bunch of new teasers for American Horror Story's sixth season, and, needless to say, we're still scratching our heads. A few teasers came out weeks ago, and we couldn't help but notice that they didn't feel, well, related in the slightest. Turns out that's because they're not. During the Summer TCA, FX Networks CEO John Landgraf revealed that the show's marketing team "went out and created many more trailers than you've actually seen for hypothetical seasons of American Horror Story, in different genres, different places. One of them is accurate, and the others are all misdirects." Wow. "There is a theme and a setting and a place and time, but we're not going to reveal it because we think it will be fun for the audience to have the surprise this year." So we were right all along about the network purposely not releasing information!
For now, we can only speculate about the return of the Antichrist and a sinister cult. With an official premiere date of Sept. 14, we'll have our answer soon enough.
Why You Might Want to Reconsider Dressing Up as a Día de los Muertos Skeleton This Halloween
Pan de muertos, la catrina, flor de cempasúchil, traditional colors, dishes, and altares or altars: all of these play an important role in what many know as Day of the Dead, but what my culture and family refer to as Día de los Muertos.
"Hija, preparemos el altar" or "Honey, let's arrange the altar" are words my mother would say days before Nov. 1. Usually the preparation begins on Oct. 31, the same day Halloween is celebrated in the United States, and while the holidays almost overlap in date, it's important to understand they are different.
I was born and raised in California, but my heart and culture come from Mexico. Like many other Latinos or Mexican-Americans, dates such as Day of the Dead are important and celebrated in my family. So what exactly is behind this day? Let me break it down.
Día de los Muertos is celebrated in many Latin American countries but emphasized in the Mexican states of Michoacán, Jalisco, and Oaxaca. Traditionally, this festivity traces back to the Aztecs and was at one point a month-long commemoration. Have you ever heard of Día de los Angelitos or All Saints' Day? This plays part in what Day of the Dead celebrates today.
It all begins with the altares or the altars. Being from Jalisco, it's tradition for my family to begin preparing the altar of the person we are commemorating three days prior to the actual holiday on Oct. 31. Together, we begin gathering ofrendas or offerings that remind us of the person who has passed. This can be anything from food to drinks, clothing, music, photos, colors, and religious images or representations. Altars are decorated and placed in either the person's home or a tomb in the cemetery. Papel picado (literally punched or perforated paper) is seen on the altars usually with cutouts of skulls and skeletons.
Once you've prepared the altar, you can welcome the souls of those who passed. Children are celebrated on Nov. 1. The next day is dedicated to the adults, and the festivities are similar on both dates. Imagine a cemetery filled with people, music, colorful decorations, food, and lit candles.
While in the US, many paint their faces on Halloween as skeletons to mirror death, the same is done in Mexico on Día de los Muertos but with a different essence. La catrina, which translates to "the lady in the hat," is a female skeleton and is probably the most recognized symbol of the holiday. She wears an elegant bright-colored dress, which many women wear as a way to mock death. In comparison to how a skeleton is portrayed on Halloween in the states, there is nothing scary about la catrina. In fact, she represents the upper-class outfit of the Europeans.
The same goes for the cemetery. While in the US, the cemetery is home to scary stories and haunted houses, the cemetery in many Latin American countries is home to everything just the opposite. Even the word skeleton has a different meaning. Calaveras refer to funny rhymes on that day. For example: "Comadre pelona, me alegro de verte. No andemos con chanzas, que yo soy la muerte". Translation: "Bald lady, I'm glad to see you. Let's not joke around, I am death."
The holiday, which at one point only existed in Mexico, has now migrated to other countries including the US. You don't have to be in Mexico to celebrate, but you do need to know the meaning behind the celebration to appreciate its culture and know that it's a traditional event not related at all to Halloween. The beauty behind Día de los Muertos is its symbolism. As a family and with your community, you celebrate death.
3 Quick Reasons You're Going to Fall in Love With ABC's Conviction
If you can't get enough of the political and legal twists and turns in female-lead shows like Scandal and How to Get Away With Murder, prepare to fall deep, deeply in love with ABC's new legal drama, Conviction. It's scheduled to premiere during the network's Monday night lineup on Oct. 3, so if you've been itching for a new TV obsession to add to your roster, this is it. Although it's not helmed by the great Shonda Rhimes, it sure feels like something she'd make, so with so many new shows flooding our TV screens this Fall, allow us to make a case for one of the most addicting TV shows of 2016.
- The plot feels simultaneously familiar and fresh. The show centers around brilliant attorney Hayes Morrison (Hayley Atwell), a former first daughter and out-of-control wild child who hasn't lost her rebellious streak. After getting busted for cocaine, she's blackmailed by NYC's dashing DA (Eddie Cahill) into leading a high-profile legal team that aims to overturn wrongful convictions. It's procedural style with each week introducing a new case that the team has to solve within a five-day time limit. That TV formula certainly isn't new, but the quick pace of the plot should keep things from feeling too stale.
- It has star power. Atwell is the main attraction of Conviction thanks to her beloved work as Agent Peggy Carter in the eponymous TV show (which sadly got the ax last season) and Captain America. In addition to her, there are a smattering of actors from your favorite movies and TV shows making up the rest of the cast: Emily Kinney from The Walking Dead, Shawn Ashmore from X-Men, Cahill from CSI: NY, Manny Montana from Graceland, and Merrin Dungey from Once Upon a Time.
- The drama is pretty much nonstop from start to finish. The pilot episode opens with Hayes biding her time in a jail cell and ends with her giving one seriously cutting monologue to the DA. In between? Oh, just a whole lot of bloody pigs, betrayal, mother-daughter issues, and a parade of gorgeous gowns. The usual.
Will Hayes Morrison be the next Olivia Pope or Annalise Keating? You're just going to have to watch to find out.
This Is What a Muffin-Bagel Looks Like
Buckle up and get ready to head to Brooklyn, NY, foodies, because the guy who brought us the Rainbow Bagel is back with his latest creation and it looks incredible. First came the Rainbow Bagel, then the Oreo bagel, and now, we present you with the Mufgel! The Mufgel is the love child of a muffin and a bagel and was conceived at The Bagel Store in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. It's the latest mashup from Scot Rossillo, proving once again that he is the Picasso of bagels. With a crunchy top like a muffin and a chewy, bagel-like bottom, this trend is about to take over your Instagram feed.
The Mufgel comes in different flavors, including a Fruity Pebbles Mufgel, Chocolate Chip Crumb Mufgel, Mozzarella Cheese Pizza Mufgel, and so many more, each with a suggested cream cheese paired to perfection. The flavors are changed regularly, but you're going to have to wake up early to get yours, as they're guaranteed to sell out before closing time. Ironically enough, Rossillo came up with the idea after listening to a commercial making fun of hybrid food crazes, but he used the joke to his advantage and came up with the latest social media sensation. We can all agree that the crazy food combinations aren't stopping any time soon, and this is just the beginning for the Bagel Store! Check out some of the latest drool-worthy Mufgel photos.
Updated! Pick Up This, Not That: Trader Joe's New August Foods
A new month means a new variety of Trader Joe's products, and we've tried them all. From tikka masala popcorn to peanut butter and jelly granola bars, we're bringing you the good - and the bad - so that you know what to pick up and what to skip on your next trip to the grocery store. Read on for our reviews of each new item, and then recap on all the best Trader Joe's products of 2016 so far.
How Old Are the Actors on The Vampire Diaries?
They say age is just a number, and that's definitely the case when it comes to The Vampire Diaries. As a show centered around immortal beings, it can get pretty hard to keep track of how old everyone is, especially when you're taking vampire years into account. Of course, what's even more astonishing than the age of our favorite characters is how old the actors who play them are. We did a little digging to uncover all of the above, and the results just might surprise you. Check it out and then sink your teeth into all the juicy details about the final season.
10 Guava-Filled Recipes That Will Leave You Saying, "More, Please!"
A familiar taste to many Latinos, guava is one of the most versatile fruits. It's amazing on its own - pureed, juiced, sliced - and perfectly accompanies other flavors, adding a subtle sweetness to anything it encounters. So, whether you prefer to enjoy your produce in a pastelito for breakfast or in a cocktail for happy hour, chances are there's a gem of a guava recipe you have yet to discover. Keep scrolling to peruse 10 delicious options, and then check out easy Latin recipes that will leave you feeling like a five-star chef.
Paralyzed Dog Shocks His Owner When He Walks Again After Surgery
In this video from 2008, one dog owner got the surprise of a lifetime when her paralyzed pup walked for the first time after having surgery and going through rehab. The California dog named Sammi had once been a happy-go-lucky guy until a degenerative change in his neck made him a quadriplegic. His owner took him to Santa Monica's California Animal Rehabilitation facility for surgery and extensive therapy to bring him back to his old self. This video captures the moment Sammi walked toward his owner for the first time since his surgery, and her reaction couldn't possibly be more heartwarming.
5 Major Things You Can Expect to See in Fifty Shades Freed
We're less than a year away from Fifty Shades Darker hitting theaters, and watching Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey's romance progress is something that can't come soon enough. But while the next installment of the steamy franchise will undoubtedly be great, it's the third and final book, Fifty Shades Freed, that really brings their love story home. While Fifty Shades Darker will focus on things that are, well, very dark, Freed is all about tackling difficult situations (and people) and coming out stronger on the other side. We've already been treated to a handful of delicious set photos and know some solid details about production, but here are five major plot points you can expect to see unfold on the big screen when the final movie hits theaters in February 2018.
1. Ana becomes pregnant. While at the hospital to care for her stepdad, Ray, Ana finds out she's pregnant. The news isn't welcomed by Christian, however, as he accuses her of falling pregnant on purpose and worries that she will choose their baby over him in the future.
2. Ana's stalker kicks things up a notch. After Ana and Christian return from their European honeymoon, Christian goes out of town on business, leaving Ana to meet up with her friend, Kate Kavanagh, for a few drinks. But when Ana returns home, she finds that her former boss, Jack Hyde - who turns extremely dangerous in Fifty Shades Darker - has broken in in an attempt to kidnap her. Later, he successfully kidnaps Mia Grey and demands $5 million in ransom money from Ana, who ends up in the hospital after shooting Jack in the leg during a struggle.
3. "Mrs. Robinson" is still causing trouble. In addition to Christian still meeting up with Elena Lincoln, their past affair causes major trouble when her scolded ex bails Jack out of jail out of spite.
4. Christian discovers a dark secret from his past. After Ana recovers from the attack, Christian, who is adopted, finds out that he and Jack were in the same foster home together as children.
5. Things finally take a happy turn. The book jumps forward a few years at the end, showing a happy Ana and Christian getting ready to celebrate the second birthday of their son, Theodore (nicknamed Teddy). Ana is also pregnant with their daughter, whom they plan to name Phoebe.
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