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.

dimanche 9 octobre 2016

There's a New Off-the-Shoulder Top in Town, and It's Cooler Than You Imagined

If you were an early adopter of the off-the-shoulder trend, chances are it's starting to feel stale. It's not that you're ready to kiss it goodbye just yet - especially after seeing all those cute Fall options - but you're in the mood for something new. Something stylish. Something like the one-shoulder asymmetrical top, which still has the same sexy vibe as your old fave, but will give your wardrobe the update it's been craving.

Take a look at how the trend took over the Fall '16 runways, then shop a shirt - or dress! - to stay ahead of the curve.

Robots Walked the Runway - and 26 Other Things to Know About the Data Center Chanel Show

We wouldn't normally think "fashion" when picturing a data center, but then again, we're not the creative genius known as Karl Lagerfeld. Each year, Chanel's designer and creative director puts on a full-on event while showing his latest collection, complete with sets that'll leave your mouth agape. And for Spring '17? The theme was called "Data Center Chanel." Plugs and circuit boards surrounded the runway, and synthesized music played as models - and "robots" - appeared in digital prints, backward caps, and vibrant versions of that iconic tweed suit.

Scroll through to see some highlights from the show, then check back to see every design you'll be lusting after, ASAP.

Bella Hadid Can't Get Enough of This Simple Yet Sexy Bikini Style

If our love of fashion has taught us anything, it's this: when you find something that works for you, you keep rocking it, filling your wardrobe with similar shapes and styles. That's probably a lesson that Bella Hadid has learned as well, since the It model can't seem to get enough of her itty-bitty black bikinis.

From island getaways to a photo shoot for Vogue Japan, Bella's been rocking black two-pieces everywhere, and each one has been hotter than the last. Scroll on to see her go-to suit, then shop something similar for yourself.

Selena Gomez Pops Up in Tennessee Amid Break From the Spotlight

On Saturday, Selena Gomez was spotted grabbing lunch at the Texas Roadhouse in Tennessee, a little over a month after she announced her break from the spotlight. The outing was captured on a couple of social media photos shared by Twitter user Klipa Matthew. In one of the snaps, Selena poses for a selfie with the fan, and in another video, the "Kill Em With Kindness" singer is seen snapping photos with a group of restaurant goers.

In late August, Selena announced that she would be taking time off after dealing with complications due to her lupus diagnosis. In statement to People, she said, "As many of you know, around a year ago I revealed that I have lupus, an illness that can affect people in different ways. I've discovered that anxiety, panic attacks, and depression can be side effects of lupus, which can present their own challenges. I want to be proactive and focus on maintaining my health and happiness and have decided that the best way forward is to take some time off. Thank you to all my fans for your support. You know how special you are to me, but I need to face this head on to ensure I am doing everything possible to be my best. I know I am not alone by sharing this, I hope others will be encouraged to address their own issues."

Jimmy Fallon Could Not Keep a Straight Face While Making an SNL Cameo With Tina Fey

Of all the Saturday Night Live players in history, Jimmy Fallon is the one who is most likely to crack up mid-skit. That's just a scientific fact. Over the weekend, the Tonight Show host unexpectedly appeared with Tina Fey on their former stomping grounds, Weekend Update, as undecided voters from suburban Pennsylvania. Fey commits, but Fallon may or make not have forgotten all his lines - plus, how to do his accent. It's funny, just don't expect it to make any sense.

samedi 8 octobre 2016

I Changed the Way I Dressed Because of a Guy and Here's What I Learned

"What are you wearing?!" That was one of the first sentences my ex-boyfriend ever spoke to me. I hadn't been rocking anything crazy - just a green graphic tee that featured a cartoon bubblegum machine, which I paired with skinny jeans and navy Converse. But as we walked around our college campus on that warm end-of-Summer night, chatting, flirting, and meeting up with friends, his words stayed with me. I felt embarrassed, and maybe a bit childish, too (he'd also mentioned that while picking apart my look). I'd later tuck that tee in the back of my dorm room drawer and donate it to charity.

Spoiler alert: I still miss that stupid shirt. Him? Not at all.

24 Pictures of Dwayne Johnson and His Beautiful, Blended Family

In case you weren't aware, Dwayne Johnson's family is one hell of a good-looking bunch. The former wrestler is father to two beautiful girls, nearly 15-year-old Simone, whom he shares with ex-wife and manager Dany Garcia, and 8-month-old Jasmine, whom he recently welcomed with longtime girlfriend Lauren Hashian. In addition to his beautiful daughters, Dwayne's mom, Ata, is also a force to be reckoned with. Not only has she beat stage three lung cancer, but she's battled depression and continued to come out on top. Today, we're paying homage to Dwayne and his rock-solid family. Keep reading for a look at their cutest pictures, then flip through The Rock's sweetest moments of all time.

How to Exercise Away Pesky Armpit Fat

It's true: there's no way to spot-reduce fat, but in addition to consistent fat-burning cardio, adding the following exercises to your workout routine can make a difference in how you feel in all your clothes - even around the armpit. Each works to tighten up the muscle groups around your armpit to help diminish the appearance of underarm fat.

It's also important to note that if you're concerned about the bulge around your bra, it simply might be time to get resized. Flattering clothes will alleviate the unnecessary tension or stress that comes with getting dressed.

12 New Books You Need to Put on Your Reading List This Fall

Summer's all about reading on the beach, but when it comes to Fall, it's all about picnics in the park and walks through pumpkin patches. I'm Brenda Janowitz, author of The Dinner Party, and I've got a great list of books to read while you're waiting in line for that hay ride. Ghost stories? Check. Mysteries? Check. There's even a little something for those of you who are ready for Christmas. So read on, and get ready to order!

Walgreens's New Rewards Program Is a Blessing For Drugstore Beauty Lovers

As a beauty fanatic, it's hard to pass a drugstore without stopping in. You tell yourself that you'll just be a few seconds - and that you'll only get the bare necessities - but then you leave half an hour later with a basket full of mascaras, nail polishes, and lipsticks. And sure, they were all affordable, but after going HAM, it still stings to see the combined total of your haul printed on the receipt.

By now, you know it's essential to be a member of any and all drugstores' loyalty programs. Walgreens has always offered points through its Balance Rewards system, but the company now offers an all-new program exclusively for beauty addicts. Completely free to join, Beauty Enthusiast functions as an extension of Balance Rewards but provides exclusive benefits when you buy makeup, hair products, skin care, grooming items, and even oral care.

Once you spend $50 on beauty-related purchases (which is admittedly embarrassingly easy), you'll receive 5,000 points. Considering that members immediately receive a one-time-use digital coupon for 20 times everyday points on beauty, you'll achieve that goal even faster. Five thousand points gets you five dollars free to use anywhere at Walgreens (including on more makeup). You can also get exclusive promotions, samplings, and product recommendations.

Even if you may not be able to resist the siren song of the drugstore beauty aisle, you now have a reason to just embrace your weakness in the face of a good deal.

The 10 Pictures You'll Want to Take of Your Tots Each Month

If you're anything like us, since you've had kids, you rarely put your camera down! While it's fun to simply snap away, I turned to mom and photographer Jennifer Little, founder of Fort Collins, CO-based Sugar Photography, to see what she considers to be the essential photos to take of her kids each month, ultimately creating a chronicle of her little ones' growth. Keep reading to see what she includes on her list!

These Disney Princess-Inspired Wedding Gowns Are Stunning, but 1 Is Causing Some Controversy

Even though we're well past childhood, we'll never stop obsessing over Disney princesses or their signature looks. Thankfully, we're not alone: Alfred Angelo continues to be inspired the iconic characters as well, and released another Disney Fairy Tale Weddings collection for Spring 2016. Looking at the runway, its easy to point out who inspired each design, as the details and overall vibe make it pretty clear. But according to Cosmopolitan, there's something - well, a lot of things - off about the Mulan-inspired dress. It's nothing like what Mulan wears in the movie and even happens to be historically inaccurate.

While the cartoon warrior princess is known for her hanfu, Alfred Angelo's design includes a "mandarin collar" - aka a style that was popularized more than a thousand years after the real Mulan lived. Then, in photos released by the brand, "Mulan" is pictured with an umbrella, echoing a part of the film where she reveals she doesn't feel at all like herself. ("Reflection," anyone?) It's stereotypical and could be viewed as insulting to many.

Regardless of all this, the designs are still stunning and definitely worth a scroll. Then be sure to check out the looks Disney ladies would wear right off the Fall '17 runways.

This Heartbreaking Story of How a Man Rescued Kittens in a Dumpster Has a Happy Ending

A kind man named Cliff is our new hero after rescuing a litter of newly born kittens that he found in a dumpster. He heard meowing from the pile of disposed wood and saw a tiny white kitten hanging on in between two beams. It made faint noises and Cliff realized there were others abandoned as well.

Cliff told Love Meow that someone had dumped the kittens into the dumpster and they were underneath a pile of wood that was thrown in on top of them. He spent seven hours digging them all out, although one didn't survive. The litter was as young as a week old or so, as they could barely open their eyes. Since they were so young, they required round-the-clock care, which one rescue group in Springfield, MO, Watching Over Whiskers, offered to provide. Thanks to them, the kittens were bathed and nursed back to health. Two of the smaller ones are even being fed by a rescue cat named Roxy, who just had six babies of her own.

This heartbreaking story thankfully had a happy ending, and the kittens are doing well at their foster home. Watch Cliff retrieve a kitten in the video above and see two of the kittens below!

17 Reasons It's Time to Watch The Nightmare Before Christmas Again

While most holiday movies feature warm, cuddly characters and can sometimes be too wholesome to handle, there's one seasonal movie that turns the holiday on its head: The Nightmare Before Christmas. That may be because it's the rare movie that's a scary holiday movie, and thus required viewing for Halloween and Christmas. Tim Burton's '90s classic is gorgeous, poignant, and it makes Christmas a little creepy - but in a good way. Here are all the reasons the animated flick is essential viewing for the season.

20 Options For Your Coolest X-Men Costume Ever

The X-Men franchise has some of the most unique characters in the cinematic world, meaning you're almost guaranteed to find a costume you like. Since X-Men: Apocalypse came out this year, the mutants are back in the spotlight - along with a slew of young versions of the characters. If you're thinking you'd rather be Famke Janssen over Sophie Turner any day, you're in luck! (Though, come on, Sophie Turner is awesome.) We're providing both versions of the characters who have had two incarnations. Take a look!

Lose Weight With These 50+ Meals Under 500 Calories

No matter when you eat your biggest meal of the day, your calories should still work for you. These meals are jam-packed with nutrients - from energy-sustaining protein to disease-fighting antioxidants - while still ensuring you keep calorie counts low. Each of these comforting and filling meals is well under 500 calories, meaning you'll be full and satisfied afterward without sacrificing weight-loss goals. Check out the recipes below!

- Additional reporting by Michele Foley, Lizzie Fuhr, and Jenny Sugar

Lose Weight With These 50+ Meals Under 500 Calories

No matter when you eat your biggest meal of the day, your calories should still work for you. These meals are jam-packed with nutrients - from energy-sustaining protein to disease-fighting antioxidants - while still ensuring you keep calorie counts low. Each of these comforting and filling meals is well under 500 calories, meaning you'll be full and satisfied afterward without sacrificing weight-loss goals. Check out the recipes below!

- Additional reporting by Michele Foley, Lizzie Fuhr, and Jenny Sugar

40 Killer Vegetarian Appetizers

Even if you're an omnivore, it's nice to offer up at least one meat-free option when hosting a party, as it's likely some of your guests are vegetarian, or even vegan. Thankfully, we've got an array of options so superb that no one will miss out on the meat at all.

- Additional reporting by Susannah Chen and Hilary White

Look Back at Princess Charlotte's Cutest Pictures - So Far!

Princess Charlotte made her grand entrance on May 2, 2015, days after her reported April due date. While the wait was longer than expected, the princess more than made up for it with her first public appearance outside the Lindo Wing of London's St. Mary's Hospital. We got another glimpse at the little royal when her first portraits were released in June 2015 and again when she was baptized a month later. So far this year, Prince William and Kate Middleton released photos from their ski vacation to the French Alps, as well as some precious pictures of the little tot roaming around their family home in Norfolk - and most recently, she embarked on her first royal tour. Take a look at the princess's cutest moments so far, and then be sure to check out Prince George's best pictures!

These Parents Designed the Coolest Halloween Costumes For Their Kids in Wheelchairs

Texan mom Cassie McLelland has been making son Caleb his Halloween costumes every year since he was 2, the same year he got his first wheelchair, a result of his spina bifida. Cassie's breathtaking wheelchair costumes have ranged from MarioKart to the Batmobile, and Oregon father Ryan Weimer is doing the same with his nonprofit Magic Wheelchair.

These Parents Designed the Coolest Halloween Costumes For Their Kids in Wheelchairs

Texan mom Cassie McLelland has been making son Caleb his Halloween costumes every year since he was 2, the same year he got his first wheelchair, a result of his spina bifida. Cassie's breathtaking wheelchair costumes have ranged from MarioKart to the Batmobile, and Oregon father Ryan Weimer is doing the same with his nonprofit Magic Wheelchair.

6- and 7-Year-Olds Couldn't Solve This Math Test Question, and We're Not Surprised

The internet is having a field day figuring out what the real answer is to a simple math problem. Twitter user Louise Bloxham shared a math problem from a Year 2 (equivalent to the first grade in the US) workbook that asked, "There were some people on a train. 19 people get off the train at the first stop. 17 people get on the train. Now there are 63 people on the train. How many people were on the train to begin with?"

If you try solving it yourself, you'll probably get this setup: X - 19 + 17 = 63. All you have to do is solve for x, which gives you 65 as the answer:

But if you look further into the comments, users start arguing that the answer is 46, not 65.

Someone even drew a detailed illustration of how they came to that number:

Other commentators became philosophical and said that the math problem fails to factor in the train driver and inspector:

The situation apparently became too much for one person, who said that everyone was "looking at it algebraically for proof purposes," when it was really just a simple equation.

Although the math question has stumped some parents and young children, the main concern here is not whether or not it can be solved, but if 6- and 7-year-olds should've been asked it. That answer to that question is simple: if there's this much debate about it with adults, then it's not suitable for children.

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9 Ridiculously Cute Photos of Rob and Bryiana Dyrdek's Son

Ever since Rob and Bryiana Dyrdek welcomed their first child, son Kodah Dash, in September, the proud parents cannot stop sharing photos of their beautiful little boy. Most recently, Bryiana posted an Instagram snap of Kodah as a Dalmatian using the Snapchat dog filter, and captioned it, "You guys.. I just couldn't help myself. My favorite tiny human is licking his paw! 😭 #BasicMomProblems (cue our PSL's and matching UGGs) 🎃🍂🐶" Rob and Bryiana are clearly loving their new lives as parents and we can't wait to see more of little Kodah.

Shannen Doherty and Her Husband Have a Love Some People Only Dream About

Shannen Doherty tied the knot with her husband, film producer Kurt Iswarienko, in October 2011, and in the five years since then, the couple has shared a lot of precious moments together. The actress frequently posts pictures of her Kurt on social media, most recently gushing about their romance on Instagram while partaking in the "7 day #loveyourspousechallenge," which has people post sweet things about their spouse for a week. "I'm lucky. I married my other half, my soul mate," she wrote alongside a photo of them on their honeymoon. Shannen and Kurt have also put on a beautiful and united front after she was diagnosed with breast cancer in August 2015. In addition to attending the Stand Up to Cancer event in September, they've shared very honest moments from her battle with her fans, flipping off the disease for the camera and voicing their unwavering support for each other. Now that's love.

You Have to See This Couple's Insane Workout

Most people will invite their significant other out for a leisurely run, a conversational hike, or maybe to join them for a sweaty yoga class. But this?! Now this is a whole other level of what it means to work out together. The handstand chest presses will floor you. Oh, and the synchronized back-flip burpees are amazing. Talk about #relationshipgoals.

If The Girl on the Train's Haley Bennett Looks Familiar to You, This Is Why

Emily Blunt is the star of The Girl on the Train, but the adaptation boasts two other strong female leads played by Rebecca Ferguson and Haley Bennett. The former (though less recognizable with that blond hair) has starred in everything from the acclaimed miniseries The White Queen to Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation. The latter, however, might be harder to place. Bennett has has small parts in films like Marley & Me and The Equalizer, but she's also had a handful of meaty roles. If you couldn't figure out why she looks so damn familiar (aside from her resemblance to Jennifer Lawrence), here are six movies you may have seen her in.

You Have to See This Couple's Insane Workout

Most people will invite their significant other out for a leisurely run, a conversational hike, or maybe to join them for a sweaty yoga class. But this?! Now this is a whole other level of what it means to work out together. The handstand chest presses will floor you. Oh, and the synchronized back-flip burpees are amazing. Talk about #relationshipgoals.

15 Snaps That Prove Deep Down Vanessa Hudgens Is the Ultimate Free-Spirited Boho Babe

Vanessa Hudgens didn't just earn her boho status from her festival outfits; her day-to-day looks reflect the lifestyle, too. It's a guarantee the actress will always be spotted in paisley, floral, or suzani prints whether she's walking the red carpet or dancing away at a show. She fancies flowers in her hair and no shoes (because going barefoot is way more comfortable than standing in heels). And coincidentally, her naturally wavy hair complements her free-spirited vibes. A quick scroll through Vanessa's 'grams ahead will convince you that she didn't choose the bohemian life, the bohemian life chose her.

13 Magical Photos of Disney's Día de los Muertos Desserts That'll Make You Plan a Trip

Disney knows how to do Halloween. Every year, Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and the various international incarnations celebrate the holiday in a way that is festive and fun while also still being kid-appropriate. So it'a about time that the park took all that fanfare and put it behind another important holiday - Día de los Muertos, celebrated by its Mexican visitors around the same date.

Last year, Disney decided to honor the traditional Mexican holiday (which, to be clear, is not the same as Halloween in any way) with a few desserts. Available only at Disneyland, the various sweet treats resembled the Mexican holiday's signature sugar skulls. The desserts included caramel apples, white-chocolate-covered Rice Krispie treats, and cake pops. Though we don't know what Disney has planned for this year's Día de los Muertos, we've rounded up some of the prettiest shots of last year's selections that'll make you book a ticket to the park ASAP.

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12 Facts You Didn't Know About Beauty Entrepreneur Huda Kattan

After reading beauty entrepreneur Huda Kattan's interview in Harper's Bazaar Arabia, we're even more obsessed with her than ever. As the cover star for the magazine's October 2016 issue, the makeup-artist-and-blogger-turned-business-owner spoke candidly about her life, discussing everything from her professional aspirations and facial fillers to religion and miscarriage.

Whether you are a devoted follower of her Instagram feed or have just become a fan through her lust-worthy longwear liquid lipsticks, read on. In addition to some stunning photographs from the spread, we've distilled 12 interesting facts from her profile that you likely didn't know. We're positive that you'll be absolutely inspired by her success (we were!). Then visit Harper's Bazaar Arabia to read the interview in full.

Huda was born in the United States.

Despite her enormous presence in the Middle East, she is from Tennessee by way of Oklahoma. She moved to Dubai in 2008.

Being the family "ugly duckling" made Huda obsessed with beauty.

Her baby sister Mona was always considered the "pageant princess" of the family, while their mother told Huda that she was "not the cutest." While she appreciates the honesty now, she considers this to be the reason she has always been so fascinated by beauty.

Michael Jackson's death triggered her to start her beauty industry career.

Until that moment in 2009, she had been working in finance. Huda was inspired by Jackson's passion for his work - and how he changed the world - she moved on to become a makeup artist and blogger.

She started her brand in 2012 with her sisters' help.

Alya and Mona Kattan joined Huda's start-up and helped her achieve her vision, which was first to create and distribute false eyelashes at Sephora in The Dubai Mall. This goal was reached in early 2013.

Her brand came to Sephora in the United States in 2015.

The company now carries Huda's lashes, lip pencils, and liquid lipsticks.

Huda rarely shares sponsored posts on Instagram.

She only posted two last year, explaining that "you don't make as much money, but long term you can make substantially more money because ultimately people will trust you."

She wants to be the Mark Zuckerberg or Oprah of the beauty industry.

"I promise I'm going to own the beauty world," Huda insisted. "My vision is that the beauty world will never be the same because of Huda Beauty."

Huda finds it hard to strike the perfect work-life balance.

The entrepreneur has a 5-year-old daughter (Nour) and feels intense remorse when she's not with her. "I grew up with my mom being at home, so I always feel this sense of guilt. Every single day my daughter's like, 'Please stay home today,' and it's really hard."

She's gotten work done, and she isn't ashamed to admit it.

Two years ago Huda underwent a very subtle nose job. "It was shortened a bit, my nose was twisted on the end and he did get rid of my hump, it's the Arab hump," she said of her plastic surgery. She also freely admitted to getting Botox and fillers in Los Angeles but looks to vitamins and red-light therapy for noninvasive antiaging results.

Huda is a practicing Muslim.

Though she faces judgment from fans for her decision to not cover, or wear hijab, she prays five times daily and hasn't missed a single prayer since she started in 2003.

Her inspiration is Sheikh Mohammed.

"He's a boss," Huda said of the vice president and prime minister of the United Arab Emirates. "What he's done to Dubai is what I want to do to beauty."

Cyberbullies don't scare her.

"You are not going to make me stop blogging, you are not going to make me stop working hard," she said fiercely. "Nothing is going to stop me from doing that."

When It Came to Maternity Style, Candice Swanepoel Wore Everything - or Nothing at All

He's here! With a quick and adorable Instagram post, Candice Swanepoel announced to fans that she had given birth to baby boy, Anacan, on Oct. 5. Yet while we're overjoyed for the Victoria's Secret Angel and her fiancé, Hermann Nicoli, we must admit: we'll surely miss all of Candice's sexy maternity outfits. As her belly grew, the new mom continued sharing snaps of what she was wearing, from super boho looks, including a fabulous bandana-print dress, to breezy white button-downs that bared a ton of skin. Plus, she announced the sex of her baby in nothing but slouchy boyfriend jeans, and there's really nothing hotter than that. Read on to see Candice's 'grams along with her latest cozy-meets-edgy-chic maternity street style.

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Meet the New, Possibly Improved, Power Rangers in the Trailer for 2017's Reboot

In the age of reboots, it's hard to tell the gems from the trash. The trailer for 2017's Power Rangers introduces a new class (literally, they're all in Saturday detention like à la Breakfast Club) of teenage fighters, played by Naomi Scott (Pink), Becky G. (Yellow), Ludi Lin (Black), RJ Cyler (Blue), and Dacre Montgomery (Red). The full cast also includes Elizabeth Banks as Rita Repulsa - who looked crazy-cool on the set - Bryan Cranston as Zordon, and Bill Hader as the voice of Alpha 5. The movie will be out March 24!

These 9 Fashion Week Moments Will Go Down in History

If there are any big takeaways from Fashion Month you won't want to forget, we've got them right here. While New York brought plenty of changes, the week was only a glimmer of what was to come. Since then, we've hopped over to London, Milan, and finally Paris, where we witnessed 'grammable runway moments by the dozen. But as feeds get filled and time goes on, we're savoring the key events that truly bear significance on the industry. Read on to see why the Spring 2017 season is different from all the rest.

Mary-Kate Olsen's Coat and Sandals Combo Proves That Getting Dressed in Fall Can Be Tricky

One day you're freezing, the next you're sweating: Fall weather, especially in the season's early months, can be somewhat unpredictable. That's why we can totally relate to Mary-Kate Olsen's quirky outfit, which she wore while out in NYC on Friday. The actress-turned-designer styled cuffed black pants with a matching pair of sandals, but then - perhaps after realizing it was chillier than she thought - topped things off with a long, warm red coat. It kind of reminded us of a kooky combo we'd throw on to run a quick errand in, but the solid colored, structured pieces made it seem more elevated than casual sweats and flip flops.

Scroll through to see MK's outfit in full, then shop a similar red topper in preparation for cooler days ahead.

Kristen Stewart Hits the Red Carpet After Getting Candid About Sex Scenes

Kristen Stewart has been hamming it up at the New York Film Festival all week long, and on Friday, she attended a Q&A session for Personal Shopper looking like her usual cool self. Kristen kicked off the week by popping up at the premiere for Certain Women in a red pantsuit, and on Wednesday, she was on hand to host An Evening With Kristen Stewart. The annual event recognizes stars who have made significant artistic contributions to film culture, and Kristen appears in three NYFF movies this year: Personal Shopper, Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk, and Certain Women.

In a recent interview with W magazine, Kristen opened up about what it was like filming her nude sex scene in Personal Shopper, saying, "I wasn't apprehensive. I feel super great with director Olivier [Assayas], as well . . . The scenes in which I don't have clothes on or the scenes that seem 'risqué' from an outsider's perspective, there was no acknowledgment on his part . . . They're very f*cking French. We are weirder about sh*t like that." We'll be adding this to her growing list of all the times Kristen used the f-word to get her point across.

41 Photos of Barack and Michelle Obama's Cutest Moments as America's First Couple

Barack and Michelle Obama first began dating back in 1989 - a film about their first date, Southside With You, hit theaters in August - and we've gotten to see plenty of heartwarming moments between the first couple since they entered the White House nearly eight years ago. Whether they're holding hands during public appearances or embarrassing daughters Malia and Sasha by stealing a smooch, Michelle and Barack have set a standard for presidential couples to come - and reminded us what "family values" actually looks like. We're celebrating their 24th wedding anniversary with a look at their cutest moments as America's first couple.

You'll Want to Remember Model Iskra Lawrence's Dressing-Room Pep Talk the Next Time You Go Shopping

If the name Iskra Lawrence sounds familiar to you, that's because it is. The model's everywhere at the moment - those unretouched Aerie ads, promoting her body-positive website Runway Riot, and working as a brand ambassador for the National Eating Disorders Association - that it's safe to assume she's well on her way to supermodel superhuman status. The best part about Iskra, though? She is using her fame and voice to inspire others and had zero issues sharing her secrets when we cahtted via phone all about confidence, posing, and avoiding dressing-room meltdowns.

Scroll through for a few powerful words from the power woman herself, then see Iskra's brilliant response to cyberbullies from earlier this year.

21 Dishes That'll Have You Freaking Out Over Fall

We don't know about you, but it takes us a long time to deal with the Summer to Fall transition. It's sad to let go of warm nights, succulent barbecue, and plump berries. However, it's important to remember that the chillier months have plenty of fabulous fun to offer as well! Think slow-cooked soups, hearty pasta dishes, and decadent desserts. Keep reading for those plus many more dishes that'll have you looking forward to the season ahead.

- Additional reporting by Lisette Mejia

Photos: Lauren Hendrickson, Nicole Perry, Cook's Country, and Girl Versus Dough

MAC Cosmetics Celebrates Diwali With Its Newest Colorful Launch

This holiday season, MAC Cosmetics is spotlighting an important celebration with a brand-new collection.

Diwali Light Festival, available now online, pays tribute to the five-day Hindu event via an edited selection of eye makeup essentials. Diwali is a happy holiday that marks the new year for many, as well as the triumph of good (light) over evil (darkness). For this occasion, fireworks are set off around the world to brighten the evening skies, people buy each other gifts, and some create rangoli, colorful decorative patterns often made on floors with rice, flour, sand, or flower petals.

The star of MAC's Diwali assortment seems to take a cue from the vibrancy of rangoli. The nine-pan, limited-edition eye shadow palette is packed with vibrant hues of gold, red, green, and blue. You can also snag eyeliners and brushes.

This year's festivities begin Sunday, Oct. 30, so read on to see and shop the collection. You can buy it as an awesome Diwali gift for a friend . . . or just keep everything for yourself.

BFFs Bella Thorne and Zendaya Went From Disney Stars to Fashion Icons in Only 6 Years

It's yet another sweet Disney story! Actresses Bella Thorne and Zendaya first met in 2010 when the pair starred together as CeCe and Rocky on the Disney Channel show Shake It Up!, about best friends who dance on TV. The redhead beauty, whose dad was Cuban, and outspoken star quickly hit it off and became best friends, sharing innumerable moments together as they climbed the ranks of teenage acting.

They've both come a long way: Zendaya is a social media staple full of empowering words who loves to shut down haters and has a lead role on her own show, K.C. Undercover. Bella can always be found on the front row of Fashion Month, seen hand in hand with hunky boyfriend Gregg Sulkin out and about, and starring in big movies like The Duff. But no matter what, when Bella and Zendaya end up on the same red carpet, the love fest between them is glorious. Keep scrolling to see the photos of the two best friends, then check out Bella's stunning style evolution.

32 DIY Costumes That Will Make Everyone Jealous of Your Cute Dog

Halloween isn't just for humans - it's a time to get your dog in the spirit, too. We have rounded up some adorable dog costumes that you can totally recreate yourself on a small budget. Then go parade your pup around town and make all the other pets jealous. Do you also have a cat? We've got costumes for your feline as well.

Try This Anxiety-Reducing Workout to Feel Better (and Stronger!)

So many of us deal with anxiety, and we're always looking for healthy ways to release the tension, stress, and inexplicable, unnamed feelings that come along with it.

One of our favorite ways of self-healing is through exercise (because, of course). It's scientifically proven that exercise helps your mental health, so why not relieve all those anxious feelings with a nice, intense sweat-sesh?

Coach and CrossFit trainer Maddie Mosier designed this anxiety-reducing workout for you. "Had a bad day and need a workout to relieve the anxiety? This full-body, interval-style circuit workout is meant to do just that while testing your speed and endurance all at the same time. At home or in the gym, all you need is your own bodyweight and a set of light dumbbells."

"Every minute on the minute for 20 minutes, perform the following," she said. "Minute 1: 10 burpees; minute 2: 20 leg lifts; minute 3: 20 dumbbell strict presses; minute 4: 30 reverse lunges; minute 5: 30 jumping air squats. Repeat the sequence until 20 minutes is up and give yourself a goal to finish each exercise as quickly as possible while maintaining proper form. For example, try to complete each one within 30 seconds to give yourself a 30-second rest before the next minute of work begins."

16 Surprising Things That'll Happen During Your Hospital Birth

They say nothing can prepare you for childbirth, but that doesn't mean you can't at least prepare for the moments surrounding it, namely those two-ish days spent in the hospital. Only after my short stint - which, granted, felt like an eternity - did I learn enough to successfully navigate nurses, dodge visiting hours, and loot the supply closet. So, get your go-bag packed and read on for a guide to mastering the neonatal version of office politics.

Try This Anxiety-Reducing Workout to Feel Better (and Stronger!)

So many of us deal with anxiety, and we're always looking for healthy ways to release the tension, stress, and inexplicable, unnamed feelings that come along with it.

One of our favorite ways of self-healing is through exercise (because, of course). It's scientifically proven that exercise helps your mental health, so why not relieve all those anxious feelings with a nice, intense sweat-sesh?

Coach and CrossFit trainer Maddie Mosier designed this anxiety-reducing workout for you. "Had a bad day and need a workout to relieve the anxiety? This full-body, interval-style circuit workout is meant to do just that while testing your speed and endurance all at the same time. At home or in the gym, all you need is your own bodyweight and a set of light dumbbells."

"Every minute on the minute for 20 minutes, perform the following," she said. "Minute 1: 10 burpees; minute 2: 20 leg lifts; minute 3: 20 dumbbell strict presses; minute 4: 30 reverse lunges; minute 5: 30 jumping air squats. Repeat the sequence until 20 minutes is up and give yourself a goal to finish each exercise as quickly as possible while maintaining proper form. For example, try to complete each one within 30 seconds to give yourself a 30-second rest before the next minute of work begins."

How Emily Blunt Took the Hollywood Train Straight to the Top

In 16 years of acting, Emily Blunt has already put together the kind of career that most actors try to build in a lifetime. She's had a role in seemingly every genre (aside from a megafranchise), continually surprising and delighting audiences by taking on characters you haven't seen her play before. Her role in The Girl on the Train follows suit, as Blunt takes on a role that's gritty, layered, and unlike any other character we've seen her play before. She's got a lot riding on the film, too, as fans across the globe have been anticipating the big-screen version of the New York Times bestseller pretty much since the adaptation was announced. I sat down with Blunt in New York for a recent press day for the film, where she discussed the challenges of the role, the appeal of the genre, and how becoming a mother has changed the evolution of both her personal life and her career.

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Blunt had her star-making turn in 2006's The Devil Wears Prada, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination along with a new legion of fans who would quote her lines from the film back to her for years to come. Since then she's starred in an impressive array of films that truly show her range: comedy (The Five-Year Engagement), action (Edge of Tomorrow), musicals (Into the Woods), drama (Sicario), and so on. Not only is Blunt's résumé a testament to her talent, but as her husband, actor John Krasinski, points out, it's also a testament to the choices she's made. "I've watched her go from being a really good actress who makes really good decisions to being the best actress who makes exceptional decisions, and it's because she can literally do anything," he said. "But I will say above all, I think her taste is what impresses me the most. She chooses roles and understands roles so specifically."

"It's very unusual to have your female heroine be a complete blackout drunk."

So what made Blunt choose The Girl on the Train? The fact that it presented yet another new challenge for her as an actress. "It was a departure for me, because I've never played, number one, an alcoholic, but somebody who is that toxic, physically, and emotionally," she said. "That was the appeal. But also, it's very unusual to have your female heroine be a complete blackout drunk. That was another draw for me."

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To Blunt's point, Rachel Watson is not exactly the most lovable protagonist. Unable to move past her failed marriage, Rachel takes the train to and from Manhattan each day, sipping alcohol from a stash in her purse and fantasizing about the lives of a young, beautiful couple whose house the train passes each day. When the woman mysteriously vanishes, Rachel finds herself overly involved in discovering what happened. Not only is Rachel an unreliable narrator because of her drinking, but she also makes a lot of cringe-worthy decisions (there are a lot of drunk dials to her ex) that make it difficult to really root for her, but Blunt made sure not to pass judgment. "I think Rachel is, and I hate this term but you hear it all the time, is ultimately maybe an unlikable character. People don't want to breathe the same air as her. She looks like sh*t, she acts like a lunatic. But yet I had such huge sympathy for her, I felt so hideous for this character and what she'd been through. And I understood why she did what she did. I think acting's the ultimate form of empathy in many ways."

"I think there's a voyeur in all of us."

In the film, we see Rachel in various stages of drunkenness, from going too hard on happy hour to blacking out entirely. Actors often talk about how difficult it is to authentically play a drunk character, and Blunt turned to both friends and reality television for preparation. "I watched a lot of Intervention, which was very, very helpful because, thank God, no one has ever documented me when I'm blackout drunk. I think how we think we are when we're really drunk is not actually what we look like, so I don't have any recollection of what I do, physically, when I've been really drunk - which is not that many times, but it's happened! [Laughs] I think I needed to be able to portray that physically, like what happens to your face? What happens to your eyes? How do people really look? How do people really behave when they're drunk? And I got some really good tips by a couple of friends of mine who used to be drunks."

"He knew. I was resistant to getting up off the ground too quickly. I was like, 'Yeah, but I might tweak something.' He took me aside and he went, 'You did Edge of Tomorrow. Are you pregnant?'"

Ironically, Blunt wasn't drinking at all at the time she filmed the movie, because she was pregnant with her second daughter, which presented its own set of challenges. "It's nice to unwind with a glass of wine, which I was unable to do, and this movie needed more unwinding than most," she said. "It was a really tough shoot. It was a fun shoot, but it was very challenging. There were physical challenges that were happening to me in my real life that I was in that first trimester of exhaustion and sort of feeling kind of nauseous." Then there's the factor of not wanting to share your pregnancy news too early, but it didn't take long for Blunt's friend and costar Justin Theroux to figure out what was happening. "He totally guessed, because he knows me really well. He knew. I was resistant to getting up off the ground too quickly. I was like, 'Yeah, but I might tweak something.' He took me aside and he went, 'You did Edge of Tomorrow. Are you pregnant?'"

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Paula Hawkins's novel debuted at No. 1 on the New York Times Fiction Best Sellers of 2015 list and has become so ubiquitous that it's hard to find someone who hasn't read it or at least heard of it. That said, Blunt hadn't read the book before she got approached for the movie, but once she picked it up, she quickly related to the themes. "It's very easy to see why it became the phenomenon that it did because I think those domestic thrillers play very well these days because it feels so close to home for people, and they can imagine themselves in these characters' shoes," she said. "The underbelly of suburban life is quite a realistic thing to portray. What we think we see and don't see. I think there's a voyeur in all of us. I think all of us have done that suburban commute, and wondered about the people on the train or the people that live near the tracks, and looking into windows that aren't ours to look into. Wondering about lives we've never lived. It was a concept that I could relate to."

"Kids just ground you instantly, it doesn't matter what you do for a living or who you are."

Of course, as an actress and celebrity, Blunt herself is living the kind of life that many would love to know more about. She's been married to Krasinski for over six years, and the couple have two daughters together. In addition to the fact that Blunt and Krasinski have amassed tons of fans from The Devil Wears Prada and The Office alone, the couple also have an A-List social life that includes an annual Christmas prank war with Jimmy Kimmel, tropical vacations with Jennifer Aniston, and trips to George Clooney's vacation home in Lake Como, Italy (they even got married there). Though Blunt asserts that her life is a lot more boring than it seems, she understands why people are curious. "I get why people want to come up with preconceptions of what you're like, or misconceptions, I guess, of what you're like, and what your life might be like. I understand that, because I understood it before I became known. I used to wonder about people, from famous people to not. I think it is that sort of need to know what we don't, that need to know behind closed doors. I understand the obsession. I feel like I have two lives - one where I'm in my house, and one where we're outside in public. I think also what people usually see, because it's just broadcast everywhere, is that it's such a spectacle. Because you see the red carpets and you see the premieres and all that. [Laughs] That's so alien to how we normally live our lives. So that in itself is like a character that you play."

"When we first met, I felt like we used to have these amazing stories to tell of our spontaneous adventures, and now we're like, 'Well, I got thrown up on today.' It's not as interesting."

Blunt jokes her life with Krasinski used to be a lot more exciting before they became parents, especially when it comes to finding the right stories to tell on press tours when they're promoting a project. "When we first met, I felt like we used to have these amazing stories to tell of our spontaneous adventures, and now we're like, 'Well, I got thrown up on today.' It's not as interesting." Beyond the stories she tells on talk shows, motherhood has also had a profound effect on how Blunt sees herself - and how she chooses her projects. "It's become my main identity. That's how I see myself at the forefront of things. That's my first priority in how I see myself now. And you wonder how superficially you lived your life before. Kids just ground you instantly, it doesn't matter what you do for a living or who you are. It's a universal grounding that goes on, when that mirror's held up to you and that kid's like, 'Let's see what you got.' It's just a really interesting time. It definitely has changed when I work, and how often I work, and the specificity of what I do now, because my kids are very, very young, and so I need to be there. This is a tender age, and so I need big chunks of time off, and that's sort of how I'm seeing things. I'm very, very specific about when I work and what it is. I have to really want to do it now. It has to be really worth it."

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"I might be the actress that's worked with Meryl Streep the most. She stalks me. It's embarrassing."

Not surprisingly, when you take a look at Blunt's upcoming projects, you'll exclusively find kid-friendly fare: three animated movies and Mary Poppins Returns. Blunt lights up when discussing the latter, saying, "What a gift to my girls! I would've done Mary Poppins whether I was a mother or not, but the fact that I'm a mother and to a mother of girls is just so awesome to be able to play Mary Poppins. It's a real gift. Because they're just gonna find it joyous." The film will mark the third time she's worked with Meryl Streep, which is an accomplishment in and of itself. "Am I the actor that's worked with Meryl the most? I might be the actress that's worked with Meryl Streep the most. How lucky am I? She just stalks me. It's embarrassing," Blunt joked. But along with that excitement comes an understandable dose of nerves: "When Rob Marshall called me I felt simultaneously thrilled and frozen with fear. Nobody's Julie Andrews, so I know that much. So I'm just gonna do my own thing. But Mary Poppins is sort of emblematic of people's nostalgia, in many ways. They're some big shoes to fill. When I said I was taking it on, my friend said to me, 'Wow. You've got balls of steel.' I was like, 'Don't say that! It makes it scarier.'"

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I ask Blunt what she'll remember most about making The Girl on the Train, and she speaks to the collaborative environment and how that instilled confidence in her. "I think this is the most uninhibited I've had to be in a film, and so I realize more than anything on a film like this, the value in collaboration and the value in a director not straight-jacketing you and just letting you go for it. Acting is so much about confidence, and I think this was a set that was infused with a lot confidence. I just know more and more with every project I do that, my work is always about how confident someone's allowed me to feel." Perhaps now the secret to Blunt's success should be a little more apparent to the rest of us. As Krasinski noted, she has a huge talent but also great taste in choosing her roles. As she mentioned, the confidence imbued in her elevates her performances. And as her friend pointed out - she's undeniably got balls of steel.

Photo of Emily Blunt and John Krasinski courtesy of Getty Images

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Reprise Their Good Will Hunting Roles With Help From John Krasinski

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck surprised an NYC crowd when they popped up at the Film Independent's live read on Friday evening. The one-night only event was directed by John Krasinski, and thanks to him, BFFs Matt and Ben were able to reprise their Good Will Hunting roles. The actors were joined by John's wife, Emily Blunt, Keegan-Michael Key, and producer Harvey Weinstein, and at one point, John even jumped out of his seat when Matt recited the movie's famous line, "How do you like them apples?"

Earlier this month, we got another peek at Matt and Ben's tight bromance in a new video for the Omaze campaign. In the clip, which offers one person and a guest the chance to hang out with the stars, the actors get into a pretty heated argument over Skype, and Matt goes as far as to make fun of Ben's chin.

Emmy Rossum Wore This Dress Days Before Kate Middleton, but You'd Never Know From the Way She Styled It

When Kate Middleton stepped out in a red Preen dress during her trip to Canada, our mind immediately went to Princess Diana. The design was supersimilar to something the late royal wore back in 1995 that we considered it a tribute, but little did we know, the pleated midi was actually a style-star favorite. It turns out that Kate wasn't the first to wear this feminine piece: Emmy Rossum rocked it mere days before the duchess while celebrating her bridal shower.

Instead of opting for drop earrings, adding a pin, and wearing matching red shoes, the actress went simple with the styling. In fact, Emmy added zero little extras - except for her stunning engagement ring - and completed her look with neutral, beige sandals.

See how Kate and Emmy wore this stunning piece ahead, then shop it in black for yourself if you're so inclined.

A Stranger Didn't Just Shame This Mom For Her Toddler's Pacifier - She Took It From His Mouth

When Corissa Rieschieck's son was having a meltdown while they were grocery shopping, this mom quickly solved the problem the same way many parents do - she put a pacifier in his mouth. However, one stranger didn't approve of Corissa's parenting and took physical action to let her opinion be known.

According to Corissa, the woman approached 2-year-old Gizmo before "promptly plucking the [pacifier] out of the gremlin's unsuspecting mouth while scolding me about how he doesn't need it and I shouldn't be so bad a parent as to give it to him."

The stranger walked off, and her unwelcome actions took both Corissa and her child by such surprise that it left them both speechless.

Despite leaving with the toddler's pacifier, the stranger later returned to give it back - and further criticize Corissa's parenting.

"This time it was along the lines of 'What kind of parent did I think I was to be using a dummy?' and 'I should know better, it's no wonder he screams,'" Corissa wrote in a blog post.

What bothers me most about this entire situation is not actually that yet another person had the nerve to question my parenting. Being entirely unsure of myself in this aspect of my life, I frequently do just that anyway. No. What bothers me most of all is that the absolute shock of that situation stunned me into silence. What bothers me is that a complete stranger actually had the nerve to get so close to my son as to take something from him without any care for getting my permission . . . That anger at myself for not responding, for being so shocked by the situation that I didn't tell that woman to go f*ck herself still sits inside me to this day, months later. Though it generally no longer spills out as a rage of vile cursing that I can't control. Instead, it comes out in this form - a blog post about the situation itself (with perhaps just a hint of that vile cursing). Most of all though, it comes out as questions. Why do people feel the need to comment on the way those around them parent? Do they not remember how hard being a parent is? Have they never experienced moments of doing something as a parent just to get through? Or, if they're not parents themselves, did they never learn that it wasn't okay to be so rude?

5 Throwback '90s Hairstyles You Can DIY With a Modern 2016 Twist

When you look at the Fall 2016 runways - the place countless trends are born - you may feel nostalgic for your middle-school days. Styles from the '90s such as Topsy Turvy ponytails, teased '80s hair, and girlish pigtails are making a comeback.

These old-school trends were reimagined in modern ways. For instance, Preen made us want to embrace scarf headbands, while Prabal Gurung sent his models down the runway with inverted ponytails (re: the Topsy Tail). And Michael Kors showed us pigtails that you'll want to wear IRL.

"As always, everything old is new," said Kerastase consulting hairstylist Matt Fugate. "Everything gets done again in time, but with a new modern-day twist. This is mainly due to social media and the access that people have to get themselves out there. You can play with so many looks from so many eras. My best advice is to have fun with it. Add your own spin on the trends!"

To help you do that, Matt broke down simple steps to take to re-create some of your favorite throwback styles with a modern twist.

Additional reporting and styled by Rachel Adler. Makeup by Angela Calvin of Blushington salon in NYC.

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11 Exercises to Transform Your Flat Butt

Whether you inherited it from your mother or losing weight has left you with a flat and tiny tush, you secretly may be hoping for a fuller, shapelier bottom. It's time to step up your strength-training routine. Just like hiking and running hills, these 11 moves will build, sculpt, and lift your glutes in no time! And her are some beauty tips to help your toned tush look even smoother.

- Additional reporting by Emily Bibb

11 Exercises to Transform Your Flat Butt

Whether you inherited it from your mother or losing weight has left you with a flat and tiny tush, you secretly may be hoping for a fuller, shapelier bottom. It's time to step up your strength-training routine. Just like hiking and running hills, these 11 moves will build, sculpt, and lift your glutes in no time! And her are some beauty tips to help your toned tush look even smoother.

- Additional reporting by Emily Bibb

This Baseball Field Birthday Bash Is Definitely a Home Run

Hosting a birthday party at a baseball field can be an incredibly memorable celebration depending on how you do it.

For Jenny Keller of Jenny Cookies, she absolutely knocked it out of the park with the celebration she organized for her 8-year-old son, Hudson. Inspired by the timeless, all-American feel of this beloved pastime, Jenny invited friends and loved ones to a local ball field for a day filled with hitting balls (and a piñata!), enjoying lunch from a DIY concession stand, and sipping on treats from an ice cream soda bar.

Along with the exciting activities, Jenny incorporated special elements to ensure a crowd-pleasing day. From having the invitations printed on actual baseballs to custom hats complete with a Hudson logo, this family-friendly day was all about celebrating Hudson and his love for baseball. A vintage trophy was removed from its base and instantly transformed into the perfect cake topper while fresh farm flowers placed in vintage popcorn tins added to the overall décor. This party proves it's possible to bring an elevated feel to a dusty baseball field!

Naloxone nasal spray could make it easier to save lives, but too pricey for those who need it

Narcan naloxone nasal spray

Health Canada has approved a nasal-spray form of the potentially life-saving drug naloxone, but at $145 for two single-use doses, people on the front lines of harm reduction say those who need it, can't afford it. They want Quebec's health minister to act.