Healthy lifestyle

A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.

Mental Health

Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.

Public health

Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.

Reproductive Health

For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.

Health

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

jeudi 13 octobre 2016

10 Fun and Free Studio Ghibli Pumpkin Templates You Need to Try

Every Halloween, it's hard for any Studio Ghibli fan to pick just one character from the films to dress up as. And while you'll need to make that decision again this year, you can celebrate all the other characters you love like Calcifer, Jiji, and No-Face, by putting them on a pumpkin. These free templates are all you need to decorate your home in Studio Ghibli and just require a right-click and choosing "Save As" to print out and start using. Try each and every one - you never have too much Studio Ghibli in your life!

16 Telltale Signs That You Like Dogs More Than People

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Have you ever walked into a party, seen a dog, and proceeded to pet it all night while ignoring the other partygoers? Do you often send Snapchats of dogs you pass on the street to your friends? Have you ever wandered around Petco in hopes that a cute dog would come into the store? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you're definitely a dog-lover; in fact, you might love dogs more than people.

There's no shame in preferring canine companionship over that of humans. After all, dogs have never started wars or called anybody mean names! You'll totally relate to these 16 things, because you're enlightened enough to know that puppies are greater than people.


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Outraged Mom's Warning to Parents After Finding Maggots In Her Baby Formula

Although Taylor Seyler was breastfeeding her two-month-old son, Keighan, she needed help supplementing and purchased a can of Similac baby formula.

According to the Missouri mom, soon after preparing the bottle, she made a horrifying discovery while her little one was drinking it. "Two ounces down I noticed the worms, and I was like oh. That's great," Taylor told KSHB. "[I] took it from his mouth, went and put a napkin over the faucet and we poured it down the drain and we saw the maggots on it."

Taylor took a photo of the worms and shared them on Facebook to warn other parents to check their containers of formula.

"I had recently read that another woman experienced this when feeding her baby formula, but never did I think it would happen to me!" Taylor wrote. "I only allow him to drink formula when I don't produce enough milk for the afternoon or night . . . but now I will NEVER feel comfortable or safe feeding him this crap again!"

In a statement to KSHB News, Abbott, the company that makes Similac, said that what was in baby Keighan's bottle was identified as Indian meal moth larva. They also stated that this type of moth larva are very common in kitchens - meaning any parent is at risk for this after they remove a formula's safety seal.

We take all concerns about product quality and safety seriously. Parents can be confident that our Similac infant formulas are safe. A third-party entomologist has reviewed the photos and concluded that based on the life cycle, and the age and size of the Indian meal moth larva in the photos, they entered the product after it left our facilities and the safety seal was removed. Our products pass rigorous safety and quality checks, including numerous steps to check for foreign objects and ensure proper packaging.

Indian meal moths are very common and can often be found in kitchen pantries inside flour and cereal. To prevent contamination, caregivers should inspect products before use and practice safe handling with powdered formula, including washing hands, closing containers tightly after each use and storing products in a dry, cool, clean place.

Helen Williamson can relate to Taylor's shocking discovery as she too found a disgusting surprise inside her baby's bottle when using Nutramigen formula:

"I went to burp her like normal. I happened to glance over at the bottle and saw you know waves. I pick up the bottle and hold it in the light and I see worms like inching up. Pick up the can and looked in it and saw pieces of the formula moving inside the can. So I was like oh my gosh," Helen told KSHB. "I just feel like they're not doing something right because there wouldn't be . . . maggots crawling around in my baby's bottle."

Mead Johnson also issued a statement saying that as they understand the situation, the can of formula was opened the day before it was used to make the child's bottle. "It is important to note that the introduction of foreign matter into any Mead Johnson product during the manufacturing and packaging process is extremely unlikely given our numerous stringent safeguards and quality control procedures."

As Mead Johnson completes a full investigation, parents who bottle-feed their babies, no matter the brand, should ensure their containers are completely sealed before storing after each use.

"It happened to me and now I don't want it to happen to anyone else," Taylor said. "I don't want anyone else's baby to consume worms. That's really gross."

19 Times James Charles Inadvertently Created the Perfect Halloween Costume

In the span of a few months, 17-year-old James Charles went from being a convivial beauty blogger with a dedicated following to CoverGirl's first-ever male brand ambassador. What's most impressive, however, is that James hadn't actually tried makeup on himself until last year. In an interview with POPSUGAR Beauty, James said he tried makeup only a year ago after loving "the feeling of being able to finish a glam look on a friend and having them feel beautiful."

Though his Instagram is full of everyday and ultraglamorous makeup inspiration, there's a surprising amount of ideas sprinkled in there that make for perfect Halloween looks. Many of these more over-the-top looks are inspired by Halloween staples - like mermaids or Alice in Wonderland's Mad Hatter - but James manages to interpret them in a way that makes them all his own.

Look ahead for our favorite selections from James's Instagram.

Bird Watchers and Harry Potter Fans Alike Will Love These 30 Owl Tattoos

Though your fondness for owls might be rooted in your love of all things Harry Potter (and we can't blame you!), this bird has been idolized for centuries around the world. In ancient Egypt, the owl was not just a hieroglyph (its figure symbolizes the letter "m"), but was thought to protect spirits as they traveled from life to the afterworld. It was frequently depicted alongside the Greek goddess Athena, representing knowledge. And in medieval times, owls were believed to be witches and wizards in disguise.

Whether you're paying tribute to Hedwig, your culture, or simply your adoration for this incredible nocturnal bird, it's absolutely worth considering adding an owl tattoo to your body art collection. Ahead, we've found some ink inspiration from Instagram starring the noble creature, including watercolor designs, tiny tats, and more.

Meet the Next Generation of Beauty Influencers

While we've traditionally looked to the silver screen for celebrity beauty inspiration, the modern era has us looking at big names on smaller screens - our laptops and smartphones.

The future of the world is digital, fame included. The new crop of stars are making names for themselves on YouTube, Instagram, and other online platforms. As people increasingly turn to makeup and hair tutorials to help us get our acts (and faces) together, the popularity of beauty influencers has surged beyond all expectations.

Besides accessibility, these social platforms also offer more opportunity for a range of influencers to find success - including young aspiring makeup artists and beauty gurus. In fact, it seems that teens have an edge on their older competitors when it comes to digital media, since they've grown up surrounded by and immersed in technology - and perhaps have the most thorough understanding of the newest applications.

Sure to be the next generation of beauty stars, these influencers prove that the game is changing. And, based on the talent we've seen from these teens thus far, we can't wait to see where they go from here. No matter how famous they get, though, we hope they'll keep teaching us along the way.

A 10-Minute, 2-Move Workout That'll Leave Sweat Dripping Off Your Entire Body

You don't need a fancy gym or a lot of time to work your muscles, burn calories, and feel your heart pumping out of your chest. All you need is 10 minutes and these two basic moves. The trick here is that the reps keep increasing by three, so while it seems pretty easy on paper, you'll be moving fast for an entire 10 minutes.

The Moves

Classic Burpee

  • Begin standing with the feet hip-distance apart.
  • Lower into a crouching squat with your hands on the floor.
  • Do a squat thrust by jumping your feet back into a plank position.
  • Do one basic push-up, bending the elbows, touching the chest to the floor, and then straightening back to plank.
  • Step or jump the feet forward to the hands and come into a squat.
  • Do an explosive jump straight up, getting as much height as you can.

Squat With Overhead Reach

  • Begin with your feet slightly wider than hip's width apart and toes pointed slightly outward. Raise your arms up until your upper arms are even with your ears. If this is too difficult, rest your hands on your hips.
  • Keeping weight in your heels, sit back into a deep squat. Make sure your knees do not go beyond your toes or roll in or out of alignment. Keep your abs engaged as you squat.
  • Deepen your abdominal engagement as you press through your heels to return to standing, completing one rep.

The Workout

10-Minute Up Ladder: three burpees, three squats with overhead reach, six burpees, six squats with overhead reach, nine burpees, nine squats with overhead reach . . .

After every two-move round, continue increasing by three reps until the 10 minutes is up.

A 10-Minute, 2-Move Workout That'll Leave Sweat Dripping Off Your Entire Body

You don't need a fancy gym or a lot of time to work your muscles, burn calories, and feel your heart pumping out of your chest. All you need is 10 minutes and these two basic moves. The trick here is that the reps keep increasing by three, so while it seems pretty easy on paper, you'll be moving fast for an entire 10 minutes.

The Moves

Classic Burpee

  • Begin standing with the feet hip-distance apart.
  • Lower into a crouching squat with your hands on the floor.
  • Do a squat thrust by jumping your feet back into a plank position.
  • Do one basic push-up, bending the elbows, touching the chest to the floor, and then straightening back to plank.
  • Step or jump the feet forward to the hands and come into a squat.
  • Do an explosive jump straight up, getting as much height as you can.

Squat With Overhead Reach

  • Begin with your feet slightly wider than hip's width apart and toes pointed slightly outward. Raise your arms up until your upper arms are even with your ears. If this is too difficult, rest your hands on your hips.
  • Keeping weight in your heels, sit back into a deep squat. Make sure your knees do not go beyond your toes or roll in or out of alignment. Keep your abs engaged as you squat.
  • Deepen your abdominal engagement as you press through your heels to return to standing, completing one rep.

The Workout

10-Minute Up Ladder: three burpees, three squats with overhead reach, six burpees, six squats with overhead reach, nine burpees, nine squats with overhead reach . . .

After every two-move round, continue increasing by three reps until the 10 minutes is up.

There Was a Threesome With a Ghost on Empire, and the Internet Can't Handle It

Empire is back for its third season, and although the show is known for its drama, surprise guest stars, and killer Cookie-isms, it decided to push the envelope even further in Wednesday night's fourth episode. At the beginning of "Cupid Kills," Lucious and Andre desperately try to woo Nessa back to their company with a record deal after Shyne creates a bidding war between different record companies over her singing career. It's immediately clear that Andre and Nessa have serious chemistry after they lock eyes for the first time, which is basically Empire code for, "Yeah, these two are gonna bang soon." And bang they do. By the end of the episode, Andre and Nessa decide to defuse the tension with sex on his desk, but Andre pauses midthrust because of an unexpected visitor: his late wife, Rhonda.

As anyone who watched season three's premiere knows, Rhonda is the one who falls to her death from a balcony. Since then, Andre has been having visions of Ghost Rhonda everywhere he goes. Despite the fact that she's rotting in the ground somewhere (haha, JK, Empire didn't even bother writing in a funeral for poor Rhonda - is she still at the morgue? Does Thirsty Rawlings have her locked away for safekeeping somewhere?), Rhonda appears beside Andre and cheers him on. In a move reminiscent of Izzie and Denny's bizarre ghost sex in Grey's Anatomy, she even joins in by pushing Andre's head toward Nessa and licking his back. Although some fans thought the scene was hot, most were totally shocked (as were we).

Where is Empire going to go from here? Lucious was referred to as "Lucifer Lyon" in that same episode, so maybe that's a clue we'll get some human-on-devil sex next.

Over 40 Halloween Costumes Based on This Year's Hottest TV Shows

There's no better place to find up-to-date and trending Halloween costume ideas than your TV. If you think about the nostalgic '80s excellence of Stranger Things or the endless complexities of the sixth season of Game of Thrones, it's easy to see how your favorite shows could yield truly smashing Halloween costumes. But how will you ever choose? Who will you be? To get your brain excited, we're shouting out some of the most iconic TV characters of the past year.

Gilmore Girls: Everything the Cast Has Said About the Upcoming Netflix Reboot

If you were a fan of Gilmore Girls growing up, then you are no doubt ready for the upcoming Netflix revival. Not only are some of our favorite characters returning to Stars Hollow, but we already have the first trailer. As more information about the reboot comes trickling in, we can hardly contain our excitement. Keep scrolling for everything you need to know about the upcoming reboot - straight from the cast themselves.

Doctor shortage in Portneuf leaves 1 ER doctor to cover entire region for 48 hours

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A citizens health care committee in Portneuf says the region's emergency services are so dangerously understaffed that over a 48-hour period earlier this month, one doctor covered two emergency rooms serving 52,000 people.

Doctor shortage in Portneuf leaves 1 ER doctor to cover entire region for 48 hours

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A citizens health care committee in Portneuf says the region's emergency services are so dangerously understaffed that over a 48-hour period earlier this month, one doctor covered two emergency rooms serving 52,000 people.

This Shouting Vase Is the Answer to Your Anger Management Problems

They should hand these out at presidential debates.

Expect more overdoses, deaths under new opioid plan, Ottawa's drug addiction experts say

Heath Minister Eric Hoskins

The Ontario government's plan to de-list some potent painkillers has a major flaw, according to addiction specialists: it could lead to a spike in overdoses and deaths by sending users to seek out illicit drugs instead.

Expect more overdoses, deaths under new opioid plan, Ottawa's drug addiction experts say

Heath Minister Eric Hoskins

The Ontario government's plan to de-list some potent painkillers has a major flaw, according to addiction specialists: it could lead to a spike in overdoses and deaths by sending users to seek out illicit drugs instead.

17 Harry Potter Theories You Might Not Know About

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Although rereading the Harry Potter books never gets old, fan theories always give us a fresh take on the beloved series. Luckily for us, Imgur user Seregunda shared a whopping 17 theories in a post. Some include ones you might not know about, like one that claims J.K. Rowling is Rita Skeeter, and another that explains that the Dursleys were so terrible because they were in the presence of a Horcrux (Harry).

Regardless of whether they're plausible or questionable, the theories ahead will make you rethink everything. Check it out!

Harry Potter Fan Theories

Once Upon a Time: The New and Returning Characters Heading to Storybrooke

Once Upon a Time's sixth season is already one epic thrill ride, and not just because the Evil Queen is back. Now that residents of the Land of Untold Stories have come to Storybrooke, there are endless possibilities for what narratives the show might tell this time around. While there are a few cast members returning this season, there are also a slew of new roles to look forward to - including some characters from Disney's Aladdin! Get well acquainted with all the new faces below and then check out everything the cast has said about the new season.

mercredi 12 octobre 2016

If You Overuse These Beauty Products, It Could Actually Be Hazardous to Your Health

When it comes to our favorite products, it can be easy to OD (hello, dry shampoo!), but can there ever be such a thing as too much when it comes to your favorite beauty formulas? According to experts, the answer is a big scary "yes!"

The pros we spoke to caution that some of our most beloved cosmetic, hair, and skin saviors actually have the potential to do more harm than good, with results ranging from hair loss to serious skin conditions.

Before you reach for your favorite lip balm or primer (there's also a reason we mentioned dry shampoo!), read on to see whether you're using anything on their "less is more" lists and to figure out exactly how much and how often you should be tapping them in order to reap the benefits without the havoc.

Here's Everything You Need to Know About Google's Newest Phone: Pixel

At an event in San Francisco on Oct. 4, Google announced two new phones to its lineup: the Pixel and Pixel XL. The two new phones
are a refreshing update to Google's smartphone lineup. Keep reading to find out all the details.

  1. Two phone sizes: The Pixel has a 5-inch display and the Pixel XL has a 5.5-inch display screen.
  2. The camera is slightly better than the 6P. . .: The rear-facing camera is now at 12.3 megapixels and the front-facing camera is still 8 megapixels.
  3. . . . And the camera is insanely good: The Pixel has the highest camera rating from DxOMark, at 89. The iPhone 7 comes in at 86. It also has "zero shutter lag," so you can take photos as soon as the moment is happening.
  4. Your video game is about to get stronger: Now, the Pixel will come with video stabilization. This means even if your hands are shaking or you're in a car, the video will come out smoothly.
  5. Get used to Google helping you with everything: The Pixel will come with 24/7 help and with Google Assistant, Google Photos (unlimited high-resolution storage for photos and videos), Duo (a video calling app), and more.
  6. Big storage options: Both phones will have a 32-GB and 126-GB storage option.
  7. Pricier phones: The Pixel (32 GB) will retail for $649 or for $27 a month. You can buy it unlocked at the Google store or get it at Verizon stores. The Pixel (128 GB) will cost $749, the Pixel XL (32 GB) will start at $769, and the Pixel XL (128 GB) will cost $869.
  8. Other features: The phones will still have a rear fingerprint sensor and a USB Type C port. You can charge the phone for 15 minutes and have seven hours of battery life. Most importantly: it still has a headphone jack.
  9. Colors: You can buy the Pixel and Pixel XL in Quite Black, Very Silver, and Really Blue (limited edition and not available on the Pixel XL 128 GB model).

Preorders begin today and arrive in stories on Oct. 20. See photos of the new phones ahead, and start daydreaming about it.

7 Ways to Multitask With a Hair Mask

We Love These Hocus Pocus Makeup Tutorials Like Winifred Sanderson Loves Her Book

Hocus Pocus is easily one of the greatest aspects of Halloween. The beloved '90s movie makes Salem, MA, look like the cozy-meets-creepy town of our dreams and offers plenty of puns as well as impeccable performances from Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker (at the start of her career)! Basically, it's the perfect Halloween movie for people who hate scary movies.

Naturally, the film's Sanderson sisters make for some pretty incredible costume inspiration. Ahead, we've rounded up some of our favorite tutorials that replicate the one-of-a-kind looks of Winifred, Sarah, and Mary Sanderson.

Whey Protein Powder Is Way Better For You - Here's Why

We love us some protein powder - of all kinds! We use it for baking, making pancakes, and whipping up classic shakes and smoothies to give our bodies that extra boost of satiating and muscle-building power. But are some protein powders better than others?

While Clif Bar hosted us in Kona, HI, last week for the Ironman World Championships, we had the chance to meet countless phenomenal endurance athletes who know a thing or two about sports nutrition and protein. Most expert among them all was Clif's dietitian and triathlon coach Marni Sumbal, MS, RD, CSSD, LD/N - she's an 11-time Ironman. So, yeah, she knows what she's talking about.

We had so many questions for Marni, but one of the chief things that stuck out from our conversation was her tip about whey protein and the fact that it's actually way better for your body than other forms of protein powder (especially for muscle building and recovery). If you're able to consume whey (i.e., you're not vegan), you should opt for it whenever possible. Here's why.

  • It's a complete protein. This means "it contains all essential and nonessential amino acids (20 amino acids). BCAAs for recovery? Check!
  • It's very low in lactose. Marni mentioned that even if you're lactose intolerant, you should still be able to have whey protein. Despite the fact that it comes from animal protein, it's extremely low in digestion-irritating lactose.
  • Your body can use all of it. Whey protein "ranks highest on the bioavailability list," said Marni. "This means that the body can make use of 100 percent of the amino acids found in whey protein." This also means . . .
  • Your body CAN'T use 100 percent of some other forms of protein. She went on to explain that not all proteins are this readily available for your body to absorb. "Because the digestive system absorbs some proteins better than others and some proteins have a larger amino acid profile than others, we can say that the protein in whey protein goes a long way in terms of it's role in the body for muscles, energy, lean muscle mass, bones, etc."
  • You might not be getting your full serving without whey. Because other proteins aren't as easily absorbed by your body, you're actually getting less protein than what the label might indicate. For instance, Marni gave an example that if you were to eat a non-whey protein and the serving size says "15 grams" that your body has to break it down to absorb it, and you might end up only absorbing seven or eight grams total. "Whey protein ranks highest [in bioavailability]," she said, "whereas peanuts are lower on the list in terms of bioavailability."

So are plant proteins bad? Not at all. "According to research, you can get a similar amount of protein from pea or soy protein compared to whey, but the absorption isn't as efficient," she told us. "There's nothing wrong with pea or soy protein in terms of a plant-based protein option if it's the only option." But if you're able to eat whey, she recommends it!

Bake 1 Now and Freeze Another For Later: Lauren Conrad's Chicken Pot Pie

Lauren Conrad Instagrammed a step-by-step recipe for her chicken pot pie. Lucky for us, Instagram screencapped her story before it expired and shared it with us so we can refer back to it again and again. It starts out with a recipe for homemade pie crust, made classic with butter and flour like the good 'ol days. Lauren's filling doesn't skimp on the veggies and is loaded with shredded chicken. The recipe makes two so you can enjoy one now and freeze another for later. I'm inspired to cook, and so will you be after taking a look at these mouthwatering images.

Whey Protein Powder Is Way Better For You - Here's Why

We love us some protein powder - of all kinds! We use it for baking, making pancakes, and whipping up classic shakes and smoothies to give our bodies that extra boost of satiating and muscle-building power. But are some protein powders better than others?

While Clif Bar hosted us in Kona, HI, last week for the Ironman World Championships, we had the chance to meet countless phenomenal endurance athletes who know a thing or two about sports nutrition and protein. Most expert among them all was Clif's dietitian and triathlon coach Marni Sumbal, MS, RD, CSSD, LD/N - she's an 11-time Ironman. So, yeah, she knows what she's talking about.

We had so many questions for Marni, but one of the chief things that stuck out from our conversation was her tip about whey protein and the fact that it's actually way better for your body than other forms of protein powder (especially for muscle building and recovery). If you're able to consume whey (i.e., you're not vegan), you should opt for it whenever possible. Here's why.

  • It's a complete protein. This means "it contains all essential and nonessential amino acids (20 amino acids). BCAAs for recovery? Check!
  • It's very low in lactose. Marni mentioned that even if you're lactose intolerant, you should still be able to have whey protein. Despite the fact that it comes from animal protein, it's extremely low in digestion-irritating lactose.
  • Your body can use all of it. Whey protein "ranks highest on the bioavailability list," said Marni. "This means that the body can make use of 100 percent of the amino acids found in whey protein." This also means . . .
  • Your body CAN'T use 100 percent of some other forms of protein. She went on to explain that not all proteins are this readily available for your body to absorb. "Because the digestive system absorbs some proteins better than others and some proteins have a larger amino acid profile than others, we can say that the protein in whey protein goes a long way in terms of it's role in the body for muscles, energy, lean muscle mass, bones, etc."
  • You might not be getting your full serving without whey. Because other proteins aren't as easily absorbed by your body, you're actually getting less protein than what the label might indicate. For instance, Marni gave an example that if you were to eat a non-whey protein and the serving size says "15 grams" that your body has to break it down to absorb it, and you might end up only absorbing seven or eight grams total. "Whey protein ranks highest [in bioavailability]," she said, "whereas peanuts are lower on the list in terms of bioavailability."

So are plant proteins bad? Not at all. "According to research, you can get a similar amount of protein from pea or soy protein compared to whey, but the absorption isn't as efficient," she told us. "There's nothing wrong with pea or soy protein in terms of a plant-based protein option if it's the only option." But if you're able to eat whey, she recommends it!

12 Creative Costume Ideas From Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

Even though Rogue One: A Star Wars Story doesn't arrive in theaters till December, you'll definitely see plenty of people dressed as Jyn Erso, Captain Cassian Andor, Saw Gerrera, and other characters this Halloween. Even though we don't know what the movie will hold and what twists may happen, you should feel free to dress as any of the characters for Halloween. Keep reading to see some inspiration, and if you want to wait till the movie is out to declare an allegiance to a favorite person, go as one of your favorite Star Wars heroes or villains instead.

This Colorful Nursery Is the Ultimate Example of Contemporary Cool

When it came to start decorating her baby boy's nursery, Michelle Daily drew inspiration from her first two loves: her pet boxers. A vibrant puppy painting set the tone for Finn's modern room, while mixed black and white patterns added a graphic feel. To complement the colorful tones from the showstopping painting without compromising the room's contemporary look, a majority of the accents remained either black or white with a select assortment of bright geometric accessories incorporated for a major pop of fun. All of these bold details came together for a chic setting for this lucky little one!

Thailand's Fashion-Forward Princess Is Basically the Real-Life Blair Waldorf

Gossip Girl's Blair Waldorf may have rocked a crown for a very brief period of time, but her real-life counterpart from Thailand was born into royalty. Sirivannavari Nariratana, the only daughter of Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn and Sujarinee Vivacharawongse, lives a life that's pretty similar to that of the iconic TV character. For starters, Sirivannavari's got a wardrobe we'd desperately love to raid, full of designer pieces from Chanel, Balmain, and Hermès. She also sits front row during Fashion Month (and Couture Fashion Month), and when she's not viewing other people's clothes, this princess is creating her own. That's right: on top of being a full-time royal, she's a designer, too, and even showed her collection in Paris a few years ago.

While you'll have to travel to Siam Paragon, a shopping mall in Bangkok, to get your fill of Sirivannavari's creations, her styling tips are readily available for all to follow. Look through to see some lessons this stylish and regal lady has given us in the past. Then check out the one accessory every power woman wears.

Lego's Yellow Submarine Set Includes 4 Adorable Figures of The Beatles

Leave it to Lego to bring Beatlemania back in this century. The company is releasing a Yellow Submarine Lego set, complete with John, Paul, George, and Ringo minifigures, in November.

The set, which has more than 550 pieces, is a nod to the movie Yellow Submarine, which was inspired by The Beatles' music and even includes a short cameo of the band in the film. It comes with several little details from the movie like John's telescope, Ringo's "half a hole" tile, Jeremy's apple, and more. If you're a collector or serious Beatles fan, it will also come with two different display stands: one for the yellow submarine and another for the minifigures.

Originally, the set wasn't Lego's idea but that of Kevin Szeto, who submitted the concept for it on Lego Ideas, a place where fans can propose new sets. The set made it through Lego's review process in June, and we finally get to see it this year!

See photos of the fun, pint-sized set ahead, and start counting down the days till Nov. 1 to buy it for $60 in either Lego stores or select toy shops.

You Don't Have to Choose Between Coffee and Beer: Starbucks Combines 'Em

You know those situations where you're not sure whether to meet your friends for coffee or beer? Well, Starbucks just solved that conundrum for you with their new Espresso Cloud IPA cocktail. Available on the Starbucks evening menu at a variety of locations nationwide, the inventive new beverage is like an elevated sake bomb, but with espresso instead of sake.

To create the Espresso Cloud IPA, Starbucks coffee innovator Justin Burns-Beach dollops espresso-orange-vanilla foam (made by shaking espresso and other flavorful ingredients with ice) on top of an IPA, then serves a shot of the same espresso alongside the beer. He then suggests pouring the espresso shot into the beer-foam beverage to create a layered cocktail that is equal parts flavorful and beautiful.

The Espresso Cloud IPA joins other alcoholic Starbucks inventions like the Red Wine Fraggino high atop the list of reasons why we approve of the company's foray into the boozy world. Yum!

The First and Last Lines of the Harry Potter Books Will Send You on a Roller Coaster of Emotions

The witches and wizards in the world of Harry Potter came a LONG way over the course of seven novels. If you're a hardcore fan, then it probably felt a bit like it was your own journey as well. Rereading the first line of The Sorcerer's Stone and the last line of The Deathly Hallows back to back will make you feel so many things. It's bittersweet, it's funny, it's nostalgic, and it will definitely make you smile. Or cry. Or both.

We put together the first and last sentences of all the books, and they'll remind you of everything, good and bad, that your favorite characters made it through (or didn't make it through; still not OK about the whole Fred thing, Rowling). Yet still, in the end, all was well.

These Are the 10 Best Places to Take Your Kids Trick-or-Treating This Year

Most parents take a predictable route for trick-or-treating with their kids - a walk around a two- or three-block radius of their home, a possible detour into a neighborhood rumored to have full-size candy bars, and, if applicable, a trip through a special town event designed for kids to get some delicious chocolate loot. But have you ever wondered what your kids' experiences on Halloween are like in comparison to other cities around the country?

To figure out which cities in the US most deliver on Halloween night, SmartAsset conducted a study based on seven key factors, including the density of single-family homes, population percentage of kids under the age of 14, median home value, and average temperature on Oct. 31. Using all of the collected data from 252 of the largest US cities, it compiled a list of the top 10 cities for dressing up to ask strangers for candy.

The Top 10 Places to Trick-or-Treat

  1. Nampa, ID
  2. Orem, UT
  3. Aurora, IL
  4. Kennewick, WA
  5. Longmont, CO
  6. Dearborn, MI
  7. Elgin, IL
  8. El Paso, TX
  9. Kenosha, WI
  10. Olathe, KS

SmartAsset goes the extra mile on its website to include the next 15 best places - however, the rest of the data from the other 227 cities analyzed is unclear besides noting that cities in Florida are some of the worst places to trick-or-treat (which is not surprising considering the October heat).

Whether your city is on this list or not, may your child's candy bucket be filled with all of your - oops, their - favorites.

UN wants to vaccinate 41 million African kids against polio

Nigeria Fighting Polio

Massive immunization campaign in Nigeria and region to contain polio outbreak, UNICEF says

Your Favorite Bloggers' Halloween Costumes Are Their Best #OOTDs

We look to bloggers for a lot of things: vacation outfits, wedding dress ideas, and even a crash course in how to update our Instagram feeds to make them blogger-worthy (life goals, right?). They set the trends and do it bigger, so when it comes to Halloween, it's no surprise their costumes are just as sexy and phenomenal.

Halloween is also the one night where any fashion girl can be extra bold - unicorn onesie? Totally stylish - or skip the fuss completely and simply wear cat ears. Regardless of the choice, style always comes in to play. And like our favorite style influencers who grace our daily screens, we are constantly on the prowl for the next great holiday #OOTD. Read on for some serious costume inspirations because this year, you are going to own it.

UN wants to vaccinate 41 million African kids against polio

Nigeria Fighting Polio

Massive immunization campaign in Nigeria and region to contain polio outbreak, UNICEF says

Celiacs Rejoice: These Halloween Candies Are Gluten-Free

Holidays can be a real drag if you have dietary restrictions, and with Halloween being all about the candy, it can be downright scary. But there's good news for those avoiding gluten: although you'll have to steer clear of homemade mummy-shaped cakes and brownies decorated adorably with spiderwebs, most candy bars and hard candies get the green light - just stay away from Twizzlers, because they surprisingly do contain gluten! Now, we're not saying to go crazy with the candies, but when a majority of "fun size" bars are only 100 calories, a little indulging might be necessary.

First things first. Always read the label on your candy before consuming. Unless labeled "gluten-free," candy may contain traces of gluten, be produced in a facility that also processes products with wheat, or be made on equipment that is shared with products that are not gluten-free. Also note that a product labeled as gluten-free in one country may not be gluten-free where you live. For instance, Smarties in the US are g-free, whereas Smarties in Canada are not. Another reason to read the label? Companies are constantly changing the ingredients they put in products, so always double check just to be sure. When in doubt, you can call the 1-800 number located on the packaging to speak with a customer service representative to find out for sure if it's free of gluten.

Here's a list of popular candy that is currently gluten-free:

Chocolate

Candy

If you're wondering about M&M's, Snickers, Twix, 3 Musketeers, and Milky Way, the company that makes these products, Mars, urges consumers to read the labels directly on the package for allergy information.

- Additional reporting by Heather Dale

Celiacs Rejoice: These Halloween Candies Are Gluten-Free

Holidays can be a real drag if you have dietary restrictions, and with Halloween being all about the candy, it can be downright scary. But there's good news for those avoiding gluten: although you'll have to steer clear of homemade mummy-shaped cakes and brownies decorated adorably with spiderwebs, most candy bars and hard candies get the green light - just stay away from Twizzlers, because they surprisingly do contain gluten! Now, we're not saying to go crazy with the candies, but when a majority of "fun size" bars are only 100 calories, a little indulging might be necessary.

First things first. Always read the label on your candy before consuming. Unless labeled "gluten-free," candy may contain traces of gluten, be produced in a facility that also processes products with wheat, or be made on equipment that is shared with products that are not gluten-free. Also note that a product labeled as gluten-free in one country may not be gluten-free where you live. For instance, Smarties in the US are g-free, whereas Smarties in Canada are not. Another reason to read the label? Companies are constantly changing the ingredients they put in products, so always double check just to be sure. When in doubt, you can call the 1-800 number located on the packaging to speak with a customer service representative to find out for sure if it's free of gluten.

Here's a list of popular candy that is currently gluten-free:

Chocolate

Candy

If you're wondering about M&M's, Snickers, Twix, 3 Musketeers, and Milky Way, the company that makes these products, Mars, urges consumers to read the labels directly on the package for allergy information.

- Additional reporting by Heather Dale

8 Supermodel Birthday Outfits Hotter Than the Candles on Their Cake

It's your birthday, so getting all dressed up to go out with friends can be daunting. Everyone is going to want to take a picture with you. Everyone is going to be looking at you . . . in that plastic crown. Relax. Supermodels are a fine place to look for outfit inspiration on your special day, with a collection of evening silhouettes, like high-neck jumpsuits and silky slips, that are downright sexy.

But it's not all about showing skin. Hailey Baldwin covered up her mini with a huge denim jacket for her birthday dinner, and Gigi Hadid chose shorts and a tank top to ring in her 21st. Those are two classic combinations we've definitely tried before. Read on for even more inspiration, then shop the essentials before it's time to blow out your next round of candles.

Think You Know the Most Used Spells in Harry Potter? The Answer Might Stupefy You


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Since Hermione Granger taught Ron Weasley how to properly pronounce Wingardium Leviosa in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, the pair and their fellow friends ended up performing many more spells - hundreds more, in fact.

One seriously devoted data analyst fan, Skyler Johnson, was so curious about the use of spells in the franchise that he categorized when and how often each spell is used in a neat chart. Each book is represented by a different color and hovering over a specific dot will allow you to see the context in which the spell is used.

On the left-hand side, you can choose to rank the spells by most occurrences or order of appearance. The most used spells are Accio, Expecto Patronum, and Stupefy. One spell was only said once in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: Waddiwasi. Interestingly, the most spells performed occurred in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, followed by Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.

The thorough graph is sure to delight any Potterhead - however, take it from us: looking at the chart for too long can totally kill your productivity.

11 Reasons It Was Sweet to Be a '90s Kid

Sometimes we wish we could go back to a time when Fresh Prince was king, our greatest responsibility was making sure our Tamagotchi was fed, and candy was sweet, sour, and simple. There are near-countless reasons we're proud to be '90s girls, but the sweetest of them all was stashed in the candy aisle. Let's take a trip down memory lane with these iconic treats of our childhood.

12 Ways to Wear Your Favorite LBD This Halloween

When it comes to life's biggest wardrobe dilemmas - a relative's wedding, a job interview, running late after snoozing that alarm one too many times - your trusty LBD is always the best solution. So why should Halloween be any different? If you're not exactly willing to drop a ton of dough on a wear-once kind of costume (or are known to procrastinate until the very last minute), this staple can come in handy in more ways than one - and we've come up with 12.

Scroll through for some chic and spooky ways to style your LBD this year, then shop a new option if your go-to could use an update. Phew, that was easy.

20 Reasons Avocado Toast Is the Sexiest Snack on the Planet

If avocado toast isn't in your weekly routine, this list of recipes will convince you otherwise. Though nothing beats the classic toast (with salt and pepper or a dash of hot sauce), you'll quickly be ready to graduate onto other more complex toasts, including those topped with poached eggs, ahi tuna, and even gorgonzola cheese.

Pick This Up, Not That: Trader Joe's New October Foods

Another month, another cart full of new Trader Joe's products. In addition to Trader Joe's variety of pumpkin spice foods for October, the store has stocked shelves with new coffee, cheese, and a vegan spread that's a little . . . questionable. Keep reading to see everything you should buy - and skip - this month as you browse the aisles of Trader Joe's.

A Better Way to Freeze Bananas For Smoothies, Banana Bread, and More

Don't toss out those overripe bananas! With a couple minutes of prep work, they can be transformed into frozen nuggets of gold, perfect for smoothies. Here's the best way to do it:

  1. Start with overripe, spotty bananas (they have much more flavor).
  2. Peel all of the bananas.
  3. Slice them into 1- to 2-inch chunks. (Smaller pieces are much easier on your blender; even a high-powered blender, like a Vitamix, will have trouble breaking down a whole banana.)
  4. Arrange them in a single layer on a parchment- (or wax-paper-) lined rimmed sheet pan. Don't just toss the unfrozen chunks into a freezer-safe bag; if you do this, they'll freeze into a brick of banana chunks that'll need to be chipped apart before using.
  5. Once frozen, transfer to freezer-safe bags. We like to separate them into individual bags that hold just enough banana chunks for a smoothie, so there's no guesswork (or measuring needed) when you're tired and looking to blitz your way to breakfast. For our go-to smoothie recipe, that means 1 1/2 bananas, but many other recipes use less.

Armed with a freezer full of banana bags, you'll always be ready for rich, creamy smoothies, vegan banana "ice cream," banana bread, or oatmeal (heat the chunks in a microwave until thawed before using).

Forget the PSL! Let's Talk About Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Lea Michele Keeps It Real: "I'd Eat an Entire Block of Wisconsin Cheddar Over Chocolate Cake Any Day"

Lea Michele is floating on air right now. In the November cover feature of Shape, the 30-year-old actress and star of Scream Queens revealed that she's back in love . . . with herself. "I realize how lucky I am," she told Shape. "I have an amazing job, great opportunities, and a fantastic family and group of friends. I genuinely wake up every day with a really big smile on my face because I love my life." From fighting off critics to loving her shape - whatever size it is - check out what else Lea had to say about this magical time in her life.

Lea Michele Keeps It Real: "I'd Eat an Entire Block of Wisconsin Cheddar Over Chocolate Cake Any Day"

Lea Michele is floating on air right now. In the November cover feature of Shape, the 30-year-old actress and star of Scream Queens revealed that she's back in love . . . with herself. "I realize how lucky I am," she told Shape. "I have an amazing job, great opportunities, and a fantastic family and group of friends. I genuinely wake up every day with a really big smile on my face because I love my life." From fighting off critics to loving her shape - whatever size it is - check out what else Lea had to say about this magical time in her life.

27 Breastfeeding Struggles That Prove It's Not Always So Natural

Despite the sense of pride and accomplishment that comes along with breastfeeding your baby, there's a definite struggle that moms endure during this unique journey. From questionable latching to spilled liquid gold and siblings getting jealous, nursing a baby is much harder than many people realize. But when your little one turns your body into a jungle gym, all while still gulping down their meal, or you're in desperate need of a drink yourself but can't get the water bottle open, there are some moments that make you both want to laugh and cry. These are the funny and painful struggles that all breastfeeding mamas can relate to.

Stop What You're Doing and Look At These New Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Emoji

As we continue to wait for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them to arrive in theaters, Twitter just gave us the most adorable gift: emoji inspired by the movie.

The emoji available so far include: Newt Scamander, Queen Goldstein, Jacob Kowalski, Porpentina Goldstein, Niffler, Bowtruckle, Swooping evil, and Thunderbird. Sadly, the emoji only work on Twitter and to see them you need use one of these hashtags: #FBNewt, #FBTina, #FBJacob, #FBQueenie, #FBNiffler, #FBBowtruckle, #FBSwoopingEvil, and #FBThunderbird. Keep an eye out on Twitter as more are expected to come. Look ahead to see the emoji and start using them today!

Facebook's Newest Offering Just Might Make You Want to Clean Out Your Closets


Update:It took only a few hours for people to start selling guns and babies on Facebook Marketplace. The company blamed an error for these posts to appear. For now, Facebook has stopped rolling out Marketplace until it can fix this problem, the company told CNN.

Original story: As if you weren't spending enough time on Facebook, the ubiquitous social-media site, is launching a new offering today that is sure to make it your one-stop-shop for everything. Marketplace, a space to buy and sell items with people within your community, is a Craigslist-like service that will exist on the bottom of the Facebook App. Once users tap the icon (it looks like a storefront) they'll immediately see photos of items for sale in their community.

The service, an extension of the sale function currently available in Facebook Groups, will allow users to filter their results by item type, price, and location. The location function can be adjusted to show sellers in your town or in an entirely different city. Once a user finds a product they'd like to purchase, they can communicate directly with the seller through the Marketplace space on the app.

Given how much time we spend weeding through posts in Facebook Groups now, the addition of Marketplace can only make our time spent there a bit more productive - or expensive, depending on how you look at it!

Watch a video of how the service works below.

25 Brides Who Went Modest on Their Wedding Day - and Completely Took Our Breath Away

When we first spotted Nicky Hilton on her wedding day, our jaws nearly fell to the ground. Gone was the revealing white number she wore mere days before, when she accidentally flashed a crowd at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. And in its place? A long, lacy Valentino gown, which one could perfectly describe as "classic" and, above all, "modest."

All of a sudden, our minds went wild. We knew Nicky wasn't the only bride who could pull off this style, so we did a little Insta digging - and found a trove of #ModestBride inspiration.

Read on to see why you might want to consider ditching those strapless options and covering up for your nuptials. These ladies did - and they all looked stunning.

Nicole Guerriero's Candy Killer Halloween Tutorial Is Somehow Sweet and Scary at Once

This year, Halloween makeup is all about the drip factor. Beauty vloggers on YouTube are creating some seriously realistic special-effects tutorials just in time for Oct. 31. If you're still trying to find the perfect one to re-create, look no further than Nicole Guerriero's masterpiece: "Sugarfiend" The Candy Killer.

Artfully crafted using just a handful of products - namely the Make Up For Ever Flash Color Palette ($99), the BH Cosmetics 120 Color Eye Shadow Palette ($30), and fake blood - Nicole's unique idea redefines scary-sweet thanks to the real candy and sprinkles she adhered to her face using lash glue. Genius! Press play above to watch Nicole improvise your new favorite Halloween look (can you say sprinkle brows?), then get inspired by even more creative ideas.

6 Kids' Movies That Adulthood Has Totally Ruined For Me

Growing up we learn a lot of things, most of which make our lives easier. We learn there are no such things as monsters living under our beds, that bad dreams can't hurt us, and that mixing pop rocks and soda is a terrible idea. But with this newfound and hard-earned knowledge comes an inevitable demystifying of the world. Magic is all slight of hand, there are no pots of gold at the ends of rainbows, and the tooth fairy was really just our parents raiding the sofa for loose change in the middle of the night. We start to see the world differently, and sometimes that means we lose a little something of our childhood, our innocence.

I've noticed this effect particularly in the movies I used to love as a child but have now been ruined by the Pandora's box of experience that comes along with growing up. Here are just six examples of beloved movies adulthood has completely ruined for me.

There's a Whole New Season of Cookie Lyon's Killer Style

We loved Cookie Lyon's over-the-top fashion before we even saw Taraji P. Henson bring her to life on the screen or knew that Empire would quickly become the highest-rated new series on television when it debuted last year. Now heading into its third season, we're following the fashion as avidly as we're following the drama of the Lyon clan, living for Cookie's unstoppable style.

As bold-faced and unapologetic as she is, Cookie's look is fantasy-inducing and fabulous, making Henson one of the best dressed women on television. See the proof and gather some inspiration from what just might be the most stylish show since Gossip Girl.

Gunman in emergency room not reported to nurses' union

Janet Hazelton

The Nova Scotia Nurses Union president was reeling Tuesday when she learned from the news that an armed man had walked into the emergency room at Soldiers Memorial Hospital one week ago, putting staff and patients at risk.

Scared Pup Rescued From Storm Drain and Reunited With Family

A couple weeks ago, a curious pup named Edgar wandered away from his home and family only to be missing for a week. In that time, the Ohio town where he lived went through numerous storms, which unfortunately Edgar is afraid of. Edgar's owner, Sean Ryan, told Today that he often lets the dog and his other rescue dog, Oscar, out to run around, knowing that they always come back. "They are good boys, but they love to sneak out," he told Today. "They'll get loose and come home on their own within a night or two."

(OC) Feel Good Story

This time, however, seven days went by and Edgar didn't return. Fortunately, luck was on Edgar's side, and Ryan found him whimpering in a storm drain. The fire department was called and Edgar was freed, suffering minor injuries. He was soon returned home to Oscar and showered with love and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches! Scroll through the Imgur gallery above to see Edgar's whole story in photos.

Grunge Goddesses Will Want to Wear the Bat-Wing Cat Eye All Fall Long

A precise cat eye is a stunning way to make a dramatic statement with your eye makeup. But there are so many variations on the classic wing, it's worth switching up your everyday style. Now that it's Autumn, we'd like to offer the edgy bat-wing cat eye for your consideration.

Last year, Kat Von D flaunted the look on Instagram (and generously shared an easy-to-follow tutorial). But she's not the only woman to post her graphic masterpiece on Instagram. Ahead, we've rounded up an assortment of 12 different bat-wing cat eyes - from hyperrealistic to supersubtle - for you to replicate. It's an excellent eye option for Halloween, but as grunge-beauty-lovers, we'll likely end up wearing this all through Fall.

Gunman in emergency room not reported to nurses' union

Janet Hazelton

The Nova Scotia Nurses Union president was reeling Tuesday when she learned from the news that an armed man had walked into the emergency room at Soldiers Memorial Hospital one week ago, putting staff and patients at risk.