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.
vendredi 25 novembre 2016
13 Kid-Friendly Recipes For Thanksgiving Leftovers
Happy Thanksgiving! The smell of turkey in the oven and the sound of football on TV can only mean that the Thanksgiving feast is about to begin! We're grateful for you, our readers, the whole year through and wish you and your families a wonderful holiday!
Once the meal is through, and your dishwasher is humming, a mama's thoughts often turn to all of the leftovers crowding her fridge. Don't fret. We've got seven kid-friendly Thanksgiving leftover recipes that will keep everyone full throughout the weekend (and free up some space before the school week resumes on Monday!).
Sources: Giggles Galore, Gimme Some Oven, and Foxes Love Lemons
It's About to Get Hot in Here! These Are the 30+ Sexiest Latin Music Videos
The great thing about steamy Latin songs is that their music videos never disappoint. They are epic tellings of love and passion and have their fair share of moments in between the sheets and shirtless men on beaches. From Prince Royce's "Te Robaré" to classics like Shakira's "Loba," you cannot go wrong with getting lost in this list of the sexiest music videos of all time.
jeudi 24 novembre 2016
Try This 1 Tip on Vacation to Keep Making Phone Calls Without a Problem
Hate going on vacation to a place with no service or somewhere with awful reception? While we can't eliminate those problems, we do have a handy tip to still make phone calls over WiFi.
The feature, called WiFi Calling, is easy to use and turn on. Just head to Settings > Phone > WiFi Calling. Here, swipe to the right to turn it on. Once you do, you'll be walked through the process of setting it up. You'll most likely be asked to verify your address - this is in case you use WiFi Calling for an emergency service and they need to quickly locate you. You can see a photo of what it looks like below.
You can also set up the feature up to receive and make calls on an iPad or iPod - even if your iPhone isn't close. To ensure that it works, verify that those products are signed into iCloud and FaceTime with the same Apple ID that's associated with your iPhone.
WiFi Calling is available on the iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6S, and 6S Plus, as well as a variety of other phone models. Since the iOS 9.3 update, all major US carriers, T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint support it, but you definitely should read the fine details. For the most part, these companies won't charge you anything extra domestically, but using WiFi Calling will gobble up any minutes from your cell plan.
So, the next time you're not near great service, just remember - WiFi Calling is your lifesaver! And if you need to text without service, that's also feasible with this handy gadget.
Debloat and Detox With Some Flat-Belly Yoga
Yoga is good medicine! Along with keeping your hamstrings flexible and your spine supple, yoga can provide relief when your uncomfortable, distended belly needs a little debloating. Travis Eliot, creator of the Ultimate Yogi DVD series, designed this quick sequence to target your middle with strategic twists to aid digestion. Bonus: these poses are great for toning the abs, too. Grab your mat, press play, and get ready to get your om on.
Debloat and Detox With Some Flat-Belly Yoga
Yoga is good medicine! Along with keeping your hamstrings flexible and your spine supple, yoga can provide relief when your uncomfortable, distended belly needs a little debloating. Travis Eliot, creator of the Ultimate Yogi DVD series, designed this quick sequence to target your middle with strategic twists to aid digestion. Bonus: these poses are great for toning the abs, too. Grab your mat, press play, and get ready to get your om on.
62 Gifts For Kids Who Love Emoji
Everybody loves emoji, especially kids. The round yellow faces provide us with a unique way to express our emotions, and kids can't get enough of them. If you have a kid on your hands who is a bit emoji-obsessed, there are several ways to honor that obsession over the holidays this year.
Scroll through for 62 unique emoji gifts your kids are going to love.
24 Must-Have Gilmore Girls Baby Gifts For Your Smallest Stars Hollow Fan
Pretty much every Gilmore Girls fan dreams of having a relationship with their child like Rory and Lorelai have. This infectious duo has stolen the hearts of millions while proving that where a child leads, a mother will follow. Honor this duo's bond, as well as your love for this epic show, by showering your smallest Stars Hollow fan with everything he or she needs to rock their Gilmore Girls pride. From precious nursery decor to a mini Luke's Diner flannel and "Team Jess" onesie, these are the best baby gifts for the ultimate Gilmore Girls fan.
Try These 6 Meditation Apps to Relax, Rest, and Relieve Stress
Meditation and mindfulness have been gaining exponential popularity over the past year thanks to incredible benefits: combatting stress, fighting depression and anxiety, improving sleep, boosting energy, and even helping the immune system are just a few powerful reasons to start. If you're feeling intimidated, just remember you can keep your meditation practice simple and short. The goal is just to start! There are different types of meditation, but to get started, you can try a free or inexpensive app on your phone or tablet.
- Headspace. One of the most highly revered meditation apps (Emma Watson said it was "genius," so that's enough reason for us) is Headspace. It's free to download and start the trial program, with varying subscription prices (starting around $6 per month if you sign on for two years). You can download sessions to use offline and take different types of meditation with you in your pocket anywhere, anytime.
- OMG. I Can Meditate! Seriously, though! Created by meditation coach Lynne Goldberg, OMG. I Can Mediate is free, and has a variety of programs you can subscribe to. With specialty programs that can be time-based, relationship-focused, or spiritual, this in-depth, thoughtful app works for nearly every need.
- Yoga Wake Up Alarm Clock. Ready to get up on the right side of the bed? The Yoga Wake Up app lets you set your morning alarm and choose a meditation or yoga practice to get going. Choose from options like "Three Tokens of Gratitude" or "Anja Meditation." Certain options are free and included with the app, while others are $1. Each gives you the option to preview before you buy!
- Buddhify. With a more playful approach to meditation, the Buddhify app treats your meditation program like a game. For $5, you can choose what your problem is ("difficult emotions," "can't sleep," and "work break" are all options), and pick a program that works for you. Super customizable and user friendly, this app has received rave reviews in the App Store.
- Relax Melodies Oriental Meditation. If your primary goal for meditation is to fall asleep, then check out Relax Melodies. With different tranquil and white noises, built-in alarm clocks, and guided meditation sessions, you'll be well on your way to a sound, peaceful slumber.
- Calm. With a straightforward name and purpose, the Calm app is customizable for your needs and meditation journey. Are you up for "7 Days of Self Esteem" or "21 Days of Calm"? How about a 5-minute, 20-minute, or 30-minute session of deep sleep? Even that's customizable - choose a "body scan," "muscle relax," or "release" session with your desired time and get ready to feel all the zen. With relaxing sounds and scenes to hear and see, Calm really lives up to its name (and it's free).
Need a playlist to set the tone for your own mediation? Try this calming meditation music to relax and clear your mind.
Try These 6 Meditation Apps to Relax, Rest, and Relieve Stress
Meditation and mindfulness have been gaining exponential popularity over the past year thanks to incredible benefits: combatting stress, fighting depression and anxiety, improving sleep, boosting energy, and even helping the immune system are just a few powerful reasons to start. If you're feeling intimidated, just remember you can keep your meditation practice simple and short. The goal is just to start! There are different types of meditation, but to get started, you can try a free or inexpensive app on your phone or tablet.
- Headspace. One of the most highly revered meditation apps (Emma Watson said it was "genius," so that's enough reason for us) is Headspace. It's free to download and start the trial program, with varying subscription prices (starting around $6 per month if you sign on for two years). You can download sessions to use offline and take different types of meditation with you in your pocket anywhere, anytime.
- OMG. I Can Meditate! Seriously, though! Created by meditation coach Lynne Goldberg, OMG. I Can Mediate is free, and has a variety of programs you can subscribe to. With specialty programs that can be time-based, relationship-focused, or spiritual, this in-depth, thoughtful app works for nearly every need.
- Yoga Wake Up Alarm Clock. Ready to get up on the right side of the bed? The Yoga Wake Up app lets you set your morning alarm and choose a meditation or yoga practice to get going. Choose from options like "Three Tokens of Gratitude" or "Anja Meditation." Certain options are free and included with the app, while others are $1. Each gives you the option to preview before you buy!
- Buddhify. With a more playful approach to meditation, the Buddhify app treats your meditation program like a game. For $5, you can choose what your problem is ("difficult emotions," "can't sleep," and "work break" are all options), and pick a program that works for you. Super customizable and user friendly, this app has received rave reviews in the App Store.
- Relax Melodies Oriental Meditation. If your primary goal for meditation is to fall asleep, then check out Relax Melodies. With different tranquil and white noises, built-in alarm clocks, and guided meditation sessions, you'll be well on your way to a sound, peaceful slumber.
- Calm. With a straightforward name and purpose, the Calm app is customizable for your needs and meditation journey. Are you up for "7 Days of Self Esteem" or "21 Days of Calm"? How about a 5-minute, 20-minute, or 30-minute session of deep sleep? Even that's customizable - choose a "body scan," "muscle relax," or "release" session with your desired time and get ready to feel all the zen. With relaxing sounds and scenes to hear and see, Calm really lives up to its name (and it's free).
Need a playlist to set the tone for your own mediation? Try this calming meditation music to relax and clear your mind.
The Most Important Quote From the End of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is chock-full with so many references and twists that you may have overlooked one very important line - especially because it's pretty muffled. Major spoiler alert, but it comes at the end, after Graves has transformed into the mega-villain Gellert Grindelwald. It's hard to hear what he hisses, but J.K. Rowling lays it out in her now-published screenplay for the movie. Here's the page:
"Will we die, just a little?" Hmmm, what does it mean? We'll just have to speculate until the sequel comes out!
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25 Telenovelas to Add to Your Netflix Queue Right Now
Gone are the days when you had to remember to put a blank tape in your VHS player to record your nightly novelas. Now you can DVR them and, even better, stream some of your favorites on Netflix - with English subtitles.
Whether you're in the mood for an oldie but goodie (Thalia's María la del Barrio, perhaps?) or a relatively recent drama (Kate del Castillo's Dueños del Paraíso), Netflix has a surprising amount of Spanish-language TV at your binge-watching disposal.
Ready to set up camp? Prepare your queue, and keep scrolling for a list of shows you should add ASAP.
74 Small Gifts Everyone Will Want to Find in Their Stockings
This holiday season let's vow to not treat the stocking as a dump for trinkets and cheap stuff no one is going to use. Let's instead promise to stuff them with cute, thoughtful items that'll have everyone actually looking forward to sitting down for the stocking-opening ceremony. If you don't know where to start, just scroll ahead to find 74 options that are guaranteed to leave the gift receiver smiling. And, yes, it's OK to add a few of these to your own wish list.
This Hashtag Is Inspiring People to Reflect on Everything from 2016 - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
As 2016 comes to a close, many of us can agree that we'd just like the year to be over already. To make light of the tumultuous year, however, people are taking to Twitter to unleash their feelings, realizations, and major takeaways using the hashtag #2016WasTheYearThatIFinally. While the responses range from light and uplifting to brutally honest, they're all just pretty damn funny. Look ahead for some of our favorites.
The Benefits of a Mason Jar Baby Bottle Will Honestly Shock You
To say that mason jars, once used solely by farmers and home canners, are everywhere would be a gross understatement. Thanks to Pinterest, they're now ubiquitous at weddings (particularly those located inside a barn), restaurants, and high-end home goods stores. Walk into any hipster's house, and you're sure to see one being used as a terrarium.
Despite their overwhelming reach, we just never expected they'd also find a much smaller demographic: babies.
Laura and Sebastian Belmar, parents who sought a nonplastic alternative to baby bottles but found safer glass ones to be prohibitively expensive, decided to create a prototype of a nontoxic baby bottle using a mason jar.
But before you assume that this is just another gimmick to steal money away from DIY-loving hipsters, the Mason Bottle - which won't go into production until the couple's Kickstarter campaign raises $25,000 - really does serve many surprising time-saving (and cost-effective!) purposes for new parents.
- The wide mouth of mason jars makes them easy to clean, without the need for special bottle brushes or pipe cleaners.
- Because mason jars are temperature-resistant, extra breast milk can be stored in the same bottle you used to serve the baby - in both the fridge and freezer.
- Breastfeeding parents won't have to deal with plastic milk storage bags that are messy, prone to leaking, and single use.
- The width of the jars makes them a natural fit for a baby's hands.
- Parents who already own mason jars - which happen to come in the standard four-ounce and eight-ounce bottle sizes - only need to purchase the nipples!
- The nipple can invert into the jar for easy storage and sterile transport so that you don't even need a cap, which makes the bottle completely plastic-free.
- When the jars are done serving as baby bottles, they can be repurposed into containers for baby food or as sippy cups.
Or, of course, for your holiday centerpiece, or to make candleholders, or as a cocktail shaker, or to mix salads, or for . . .
Why your body's internal clock might need a tune-up
In the fight against diabetes and obesity, one important factor may have been overlooked: our molecular clock.
Why your body's internal clock might need a tune-up
In the fight against diabetes and obesity, one important factor may have been overlooked: our molecular clock.
15 Incredibly Sexy GIFs of Shakira Belly Dancing
Since Shakira released her aptly titled song "Hips Don't Lie" back in 2009, it's virtually impossible not to notice her skilled moves. The Colombian singer, who is of Lebanese descent, has uncanny body isolation abilities and, over the years, has worked diligently to perfect her jaw-dropping technique. Shakira's hard-earned results are sprinkled throughout every aspect of her career, from her onstage performances to her music video choreography. She always incorporates a hip shake or two! See 15 GIFs that prove it, and allow her hips to hypnotize you.
27 Baby Gifts That Won't Clash With Your Personal Style
Babies need a ton of stuff, but just because you've had a little one doesn't mean your house needs to turn into colorful plastic toy central overnight. Whether you are shopping for toys and gear for your own baby or need to buy a gift for a friend's baby, there are plenty of cute, stylish, and modern baby gifts you can purchase that won't clash with adult styles - think wooden toys and understated gear that won't make it look like a bright baby catalog threw up in your home.
Scroll through for 27 baby gifts that won't clash with your style.
'We've been deceived': Results of many clinical trials never published
A new online tool finds that between 2006 and 2014, 45 per cent of studies registered on the world's leading clinical trials database are missing results — with nine Canadian universities and research hospitals among the top 100 worst offenders.
How the powerful opioid fentanyl kills
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid — a painkiller similar to morphine. But its recreational use is becoming a public health crisis and increasing problem for law enforcement across the country.
'We've been deceived': Results of many clinical trials never published
A new online tool finds that between 2006 and 2014, 45 per cent of studies registered on the world's leading clinical trials database are missing results — with nine Canadian universities and research hospitals among the top 100 worst offenders.
How the powerful opioid fentanyl kills
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid — a painkiller similar to morphine. But its recreational use is becoming a public health crisis and increasing problem for law enforcement across the country.
15 Unexpected Ways to Enjoy Lechón on Christmas Day
Call us cliche, but: 'tis the season for a delicious holiday dinner with all the trimmings! It's a common Latin tradition to serve up roast pork at Christmas, but this year, why not switch things up a bit and go for a less traditional recipe that still features the delicious meat? From Mexican pierna de puerco to sandwiches made with lechón asado, we've rounded up 15 options to try out.
Hearing Jennifer Garner Telling Kids to Go the F*ck to Sleep Will Be the Highlight of Your Day
When it comes to celebrity moms, no one epitomizes the role quite like Jennifer Garner. The mom-of-three (Violet, 10, Seraphina, 7, and Sam, 4) personifies the role of the modern mom both on screen and off. But sometimes, even celebrity moms really just want their kids to go to sleep. And they're just as likely to lose their patience as we are, begging their kids to just go to sleep already.
Which is probably why hearing the star of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day and the upcoming Miracles From Heaven read Adam Mansbach's expletive-filled children's book Go the F*ck to Sleep for Vanity Fair is a video made in heaven.
Lounging poolside, Garner, who's been extremely candid about her split from Ben Affleck recently, uses her trademark sugary-sweet voice to implore her children to go to bed with lines like, "I know you're not thirsty, that's bullsh*t, stop lying. Lie the f*ck down, my darling, and sleep."
Watch the video and enjoy, knowing that you're not alone in your expletive-filled nightly routine!
This Viral Text Message Just Proved Grandmas Are Awesome
When Jamal Hinton received a text message invite from someone claiming to be his grandmother, he wasn't sure what to believe. To make sure the person had the correct phone number, Jamal asked for a picture and what transpired is both hilarious and heartwarming.
After receiving a selfie from his "grandmother," Jamal was sure the woman had the wrong number. "You not my grandma," he replied, before spontaneously asking if he could still "get a plate" for Thanksgiving. What the sweet grandma said in response proved she has a heart of gold.
"Of course you can. That's what grandma's do...feed every one," she wrote. For now, Hinton plans on still going to the grandma's house for Thanksgiving, he told POPSUGAR. The family members of the grandma are letting Hinton know more details.
Both Hinton and the grandma, Wanda Dench, appeared on NBC Nightly News and talked about their text message exchange. They both finally met, and now Hinton's entire family is going to Dench's for Thanksgiving dinner! Watch the heartwarming video below, and then keep reading to see the now-viral text messages, which have accumulated more than 190,000 retweets and 400,000 "likes."
26 Home Alone Quotes You Have to Use This Holiday Season
Home Alone has so many great moments, but the movie really stays with us all year because of its quotable lines. It may be one of the essential holiday movies, but like Elf quotes, you can use the McCallister family's dialogue year-round. To that end, we have the best Home Alone quotes here - and how you can use them IRL.
10 Thanksgiving Foods to Avoid While Pregnant
Thanksgiving may be an expectant mama's dream, but before you take advantage of eating for two this Turkey Day, make sure the food you're enjoying is safe for your growing belly. If you've got a bun (and a turkey) in the oven, go back for seconds (and thirds) after you check out these 10 festive foods to watch out for and avoid.
11 Netflix Hacks to Make Binge-Watching So Much Better
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Calling all Netflix fans! Whether you binge-watch or just occasionally browse, your streaming experience is about to get so much better. Sure, sitting back and watching all your favorite shows is easy enough, but you can also sync up and watch with a friend, improve what Netflix suggests, and much more. Read on to see how you can improve the experience and make your next Friday night in an amazing one.
- Clear your history: Are you embarrassed about giving into nostalgia and watching an old episode of Gilmore Girls? You can easily shake that by heading into "Your Account" on the top right corner and clicking on "Viewing Activity." From there, just tap the "X" to clear whatever it is you watched.
- Improve Netflix's suggestions: If you want Netflix to give you better ideas of what to watch, click "Personalize" at the top of the Netflix homepage and you'll be guided through a series of questions. The answers you choose will help Netflix pick out better shows and films to watch.
- Use only high-quality playback: Some of us just want to watch in the best resolution possible when we're at home and it's super easy to set that up. Head to your account again, tap on "Playback Settings", and set your preference to high.
- Save your data plan: Watching Netflix on the go has its perks, except when it comes to your data plan. In order to use the least amount of data possible, head back to "Playback Settings" and set it to low.
- Change the size (and color!) of your closed-captioning: You'll find this setting in your account, under "Subtitle Appearance". Click on that and you can change the size, font, shadow, and color of the text.
- Kick your ex off your account: It's no secret that we all share passwords for streaming services, but sometimes those relationships end and it's time to get back what you pay for. To kick someone off your account, head to "Settings", tap on "Sign out of all devices", and boom - now that person can't get back into your account!
- Memorize all the keyboard shortcuts: There are several, but the most useful ones are hitting "F" for full screen, "M" to mute, "Enter" to play and pause, and using the up and down keys to adjust the volume. For more advanced users, hitting shift and the left arrow will rewind a show, and holding shift and the right arrow will fast forward.
- Get a slew of extra information about shows and movies: With the NEnhancer, a Google Chrome extension, you can see IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes ratings, trailers, and plenty more that will help you pick out a great movie or show. If you don't want to download the extension, Rotten Tomatoes has a section devoted to what you can watch on Netflix (and other streaming services).
- Watch with your friends: Thanks to a handy Google Chrome extension, Showgoers, you can sync up and watch something with your friend at the same time. Both of you just need to install the extension and pick a film or series, and it should sync flawlessly.
- Pick something to watch without trying: It's always hard to choose a single movie or show, but two websites exist to solve that. Flix Roulette lets you set a preference and it will choose a movie for you. A Good Movie to Watch has movies you might not have heard of to watch on Netflix.
- Skip those pauses: Indulge in your binge-watching and use Netflix Pause Removal, a Chrome extension that lets you skip the 15 seconds in between episodes.
Looks like "Netflix and chill" just got a little easier.
10 Affordable and Beautiful Vacation Destinations in Latin America
Though Latin America's destinations are fairly affordable to visit in comparison with big European cities and far-away Asian vacations, the price tag on big name destinations like Rio de Janeiro or Cabo San Lucas might make you pause before booking. And because we know the last thing you want is to be totally broke after taking a few days off to relax and sightsee, we created this lust-versus-must guide for travelers looking to get a little more bang for their buck. Try these 10 equally lust-worthy alternatives!
35 Gifts For the Mesh-Loving Fit Girl in Your Life
Obsessed with the mesh trend? So are we. What's not to love about breathable fabric that's equally as stylish as it is functional? Seamlessly rock your look outside the gym or studio with any of the items we've found ahead. Cool products from leggings to sports bras will become your excuse to fit in another workout. So if you or a friend are all about mesh and mesh-paneled gear, keep scrolling to see 35 options.
35 Gifts For the Mesh-Loving Fit Girl in Your Life
Obsessed with the mesh trend? So are we. What's not to love about breathable fabric that's equally as stylish as it is functional? Seamlessly rock your look outside the gym or studio with any of the items we've found ahead. Cool products from leggings to sports bras will become your excuse to fit in another workout. So if you or a friend are all about mesh and mesh-paneled gear, keep scrolling to see 35 options.
Never Lose a Family Memory Again With Google's New Photo-Scanning App
There might be nothing I love more than going home to my parents' house and looking through old photos from my childhood. The only problem? I now live 3,000 miles away from them and I can't exactly take all these photos with me. That's where Google's new app, PhotoScan, comes in; the new app will scan and digitize old prints - without the glare and hassle that comes with a scanner.
PhotoScan, which is available for free on iOS and Android, is easy enough to use. Place the photo in the frame and take one photo. The app will then guide you to move the camera around three different dots. The end result is a photo that's stitched together and eliminates glare. You can also edit the photo and make adjustments before saving the photo to your Camera Roll and the Google Photos app.
The app should save you countless of hours scanning photos or teaching your parents how to do it properly. Plus, you can carry these photos in your phone - easy enough to use for a quick #TBT photo on Instagram. Watch the video above to see how it works.
The 9 Best Bottles For Breastfed Babies
Breastfed babies don't only take their milk from the breast. While lactation consultants suggest waiting at least three weeks before introducing a bottle, breastfeeding mamas often abide by their own schedules. Finding a bottle that truly mimics the motion, flow, and feeling of the breast is often the hardest part of making the switch. We've put countless bottles to the test, and narrowed our list down to nine. Check out our picks for the most breast-like bottles on the market, and let us know which one you (or your children) prefer.
mercredi 23 novembre 2016
25 DIY Holiday Gifts That Won't Break the Bank, but Sure Look Like They Did
Whether your family has a rule to only gift each other with things that were homemade or you love to be thrifty (or maybe are just a little broke), these DIY presents will be lifesavers.
The 25 projects ahead are so easy to make - only beginner stuff here, we promise - and once they're completed, they'll look store-bought. Actually, you might as well start getting ready to assure and reassure everyone that in fact you built these presents with your own two hands because they won't believe you. Keep reading and get ready to start crafting - or head to our list of more than 100 gifts to satisfy everyone on your list, you know, if that's more your thing.
This Hamilton/Beyoncé Mashup Has Lin-Manuel Miranda's Seal of Approval
Can't get enough of Beyoncé and the Broadway musical Hamilton? Well, this incredible mashup - created by Michael Korte and arranged by Jared Jenkins - is about to satisfy all of your needs. In the video, perfectly entitled "#Ham4Bey," a group of singers intertwine songs from the hit soundtrack and Queen Bey's best singles. And we're not the only ones blown away by the epic mashup. The show's creator, Lin-Manuel Miranda, is just as obsessed.
THIS lives at the intersection of my interests. https://t.co/NRep3vHVrl
- Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) November 22, 2016
10 Big Questions We Need to See Answered in the Gilmore Girls Reboot
There's about one month left until the Gilmore Girls reboot, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, airs on Netflix, and the plot speculation seems to get wilder every day. While there have already been a good number of details released about the reboot so far, there's still plenty to theorize about. Fans likely have many questions about what they'll see on Nov. 25, and these are just 10 of the biggest ones. So grab a slice of pizza, make like Rory Gilmore, and keep reading.
1. What's going to happen with Luke and Lorelai?
Ah, Luke and Lorelai. They tortured us for so long. The series finale in 2007 left us hopeful that these two would stay together after finally reuniting, but hardcore fans definitely need more reassurance - especially after Lauren Graham's unsettling comments about the couple's future earlier this year. Since the relationship between these two has always been such a central part of the show, it seems only logical that it will be a main plot point of the reboot. Will we see Luke and Lorelai in another unsteady journey to the aisle? Or maybe we'll be strung along until the last moment in agony?
2. Will Rory go back to an old flame?
We already know all of Rory Gilmore's Big Three boyfriends - Dean, Jess, and Logan - are making appearances in the reboot. Who knows what they've all been up to since the finale, so perhaps one (or more, knowing this show) of them will recapture the younger Gilmore's eye again. (Show creator Amy Sherman-Palladino stands firmly on Team Jess by the way, haters!) Then again, maybe Rory will end up with someone completely new, or she could simply stay a strong, independent woman all on her own.
3. What happens with Rory's writing career?
The series finale sees Rory about to hit the road to cover Barack Obama's 2008 presidential campaign, so clearly she is destined for quite a career path. While a production photo of the reboot suggests that Rory might be teaching at her alma mater Chilton, an Instagram snap from another cast member points toward Rory writing for the Stars Hollow Gazette. Either way, this seems far from the path she was headed toward, so what happens in between? Does she just miss Stars Hollow too much? Time will tell.
4. How have the Gilmore girls been affected by Richard's death?
One thing Gilmore Girls fans could always count on was the tumultuous relationship between Lorelai and her mother. Just when it looks like things are going well, something happens to drive a wedge between them again - and many times that wedge is Rory herself. But since the finale, one major thing has changed the lives of all the Gilmore women forever: the passing of Richard Gilmore (which was worked into the reboot due to the passing of actor Edward Herrmann in 2014). Sherman-Palladino has revealed that Richard's death will have a significant affect on Lorelai, Emily, and Rory. Will Lorelai and Emily be brought closer together by their loss? Has the tragedy put even more strain on their relationship?
5. Did Sookie and Jackson really end up with four kids?
Sookie and Jackson are the definition of #relationshipgoals in the original Gilmore Girls, but when Jackson tells Sookie that he wants to have "four in four" - that's four kids in four years - she balks at the idea. When Sookie does end up having two kids later on, however, she of course ends up being a fantastic mom. At the end of the show in 2007, Sookie is pregnant again, so perhaps by the time we return to Stars Hollow the couple will have gotten to number four!
6. What's happening with all the Stars Hollow regulars?
One of the best parts of Gilmore Girls is without a doubt the large cast of iconic minor characters: worldly and provocative Miss Patty, uptight and unrelenting Taylor Doose, and of course, the ever-quirky Kirk, just to name a few. The reboot just wouldn't be the same as the show we remember if it didn't give at least some insight into how those characters are faring in Stars Hollow - even if they're just the same as always.
7. How is business at the Dragonfly?
Opening an inn of their own had been Lorelai and Sookie's dream for years, and when they finally achieve their goal with the Dragonfly Inn, it's a huge success. Stars Hollow has the perfect kind of small-town charm that draws tourists, but has the inn kept up its momentum over the years? Are there more horses? Yanic Truesdale is confirmed to return as Michel - has he lost his mind over annoying guests yet?
8. Is Hep Alien ever getting back together?
Let's face it, Lane's band is one of the best parts of Gilmore Girls, and no doubt the coolest band to come out of small-town Connecticut. Not only does it feature some of the most entertaining guest characters on the show (*cough Gil cough*), but it's also how Lane meets the love of her life, Zach. We know that Keiko Agena is returning as Rory's BFF Lane Kim, so we can only hope that her bandmates will make an onstage appearance.
9. Are Paris and Rory still close?
We will always love Lane Kim, but one of the most significant friendships in Rory's life is the one with Paris Geller. From competing in high school to competing in college and all the arguments in between, they always come back to each other in the end. While it's pretty much a given that Paris goes on to kick some serious ass as a doctor after the show ended, it's less likely she does it while being a social butterfly. Rory is there whenever Paris needs someone, whether she likes it or not. Perhaps in the reboot, Paris will end up on Rory's doorstep midcrisis once again, to seek the advice of her best frenemy.
10. What are those final four words?!
The reboot will end with four words (like Sherman-Palladino had originally planned for the show, before she left following the sixth season), and Lauren Graham revealed those words will be spoken by Lorelai and another character. And sure, you COULD skip to the end of the last episode when it comes out on Netflix and find out right away. But why would you do that to yourself? Oy with the poodles already, people!
The Best, Most Chilling Horror Movies of 2016
We're nearing the end of 2016, so it's time to look back and take stock. As avid fans of the horror genre, one of the most exciting parts of each new year is the slate of upcoming horror movies (a few of which have come out this Fall). As you might very well know, though, not all horror films are created equal. In fact, good quality horror movies are often very few and far between. To help you narrow down your ever-growing list, we've picked out a few highlights from the year that will give you a good scare.
Scott Hoying Teases Plenty of Holiday Cheer in Pentatonix's Christmas Special
Pentatonix has certainly been at their top of their game this year. Aside from taking home another Grammy, they have been nonstop busy performing across the globe. While they recently wrapped their tour, they still have plenty of projects in store, including their upcoming NBC Christmas special, which airs on Dec. 14. As part of their partnership with Ricola, POPSUGAR recently had a chance to sit down with Pentatonix's Scott Hoying, and he got in the holiday spirit by talking about his favorite Christmas song, why Kelly Clarkson is a true saint, and how he's been blessed this year.
POPSUGAR: What has been the most memorable moment from this tour?
Scott Hoying: That's really, really hard to say. We've been to 25 countries this year and done 81 shows, so there's been a lot of very memorable moments. One memory that really sticks out, because it was so much fun, was when we went to New Zealand for the first time this year. All of us on the crew and in the band took this little road trip to the middle of nowhere and went to Hobbiton, where they filmed The Lord of the Rings movies, and I just remember everyone was in such a good mood and we were having so much fun, but honestly, that's just one of dozens of incredible moments that have happened this year.
PS: I also love your new Christmas album, A Pentatonix Christmas. Which song did you have the most fun recreating?
SH: I think that "Hallelujah" was a very special song to us. That particular arrangement and recording process was such a journey because there were so many changes we kept making to it, but I'm really happy with how the final product came out. To see that song particularly doing really, really well is really fulfilling and exciting.
PS: What is your favorite Christmas song to perform?
SH: We recently sang "Oh Come All Ye Faithful" for our Christmas special, which was really fun. "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" was also a really fun one to perform. Anything upbeat and Christmas-y that puts me in the Christmas spirit is definitely my favorite.
PS: I'm also really excited for your NBC special! Have you already taped it?
SH: Yes, we've taped most of it. We are really, really excited about it, too. It went so well and the fans were amazing. We just taped some more stuff yesterday and I think people are really going to enjoy it.
PS: What was it like reuniting with Kelly Clarkson?
SH: It was so great! We picked up right where we left off. She is the most humble, sweet, genuine, hard-working artist in the business. When we went to her house, she was so welcoming and she just brought us in. She just had so much energy and was so fun. She loves to talk and catch up. She's just so easy to be around.
PS: Does the band have any special holiday traditions?
SH: You know, it's funny, we don't as a band because Christmastime is the only time we make sure that we don't have a gig. So, our Christmas tradition is to not be together. It's our time to relax and be with family and relax and recharge.
PS: Going off the holiday spirit, how would you say you've been blessed this year?
SH: The fact that we won a Grammy this year is still hard to totally process. That was such a blessing. Also, the fact that our entire Pentatonix camp is full of really kind, loving, hard-working people has been such a positive experience. Every single person, from security to hair and makeup, is really getting along and it's such a happy environment. That's really rare with an artist or a group, so we are really blessed to have that.
PS: What are you most looking forward to about the new year?
SH: As a band, we've really found how we click as a group and musically. All of our voices are getting stronger and better and we're all maturing. It's definitely been a huge growing year for us. So, I'm just excited for the next year, and the year after that, to see where we head, because I feel like we're going in a very positive direction.
Fresh Gift Ideas For Coffee-Lovers Under $60
If there's one thing people are serious about, it's their morning brew. Whether you're scouring the web for the best thing to give the java-lover in your life or you're the coffee-lover looking to add some fresh gift ideas to your wish list, read through these coffee-related gifts. Bonus: all of these are under $60.
Sub Out Bread in Your Thanksgiving Dressing With This 1 Pantry Staple
Our video host Brandi Milloy joined Dr. Oz to share a few Thanksgiving hacks. First, Brandi recommends subbing chickpeas for the bread in dressing. She used our bacon-cornbread dressing recipe and replaced the the cornbread with drained and rinsed canned chickpeas. The chickpeas bake up just like the cornbread pieces and offer a crispy exterior with a chewy interior. It's gluten-free-friendly, plus helps you use up ingredients you likely already have stocked in your kitchen. Brandi also recommends chopping your vegetables using a food processor, a timesaver for sure. She also shared our recipe for green beans with caramelized onions as a tastier alternative to green bean casserole. Watch the video below to see the full segment, so you, too, can incorporate these cooking tips for your own Thanksgiving feast.
50 of the Best Books of 2016
It's never easy to determine what really makes a book qualify as one of the "best" of the year - but that didn't stop us from trying to do just that! Our totally unscientific algorithm took into account bestseller lists, the world's most prestigious book awards, and the personal favorites of POPSUGAR editors. So while no "best books" list can be definitive, we think ours represents a roundup of the books that made an impact on our culture and conversations, stirred our hearts, and will stay stuck in our brains well after 2016 is long gone.
30 Easy-to-Make Casseroles That Won't Leave a Pile of Dirty Dishes in the Sink
When you're cooking for a party of "so many people," it's all about making your life a little easier. That's why casseroles are so popular around Thanksgiving and the holidays! The effortless dishes require just a bit of prep, and then the oven takes care of the rest. Straight ahead you'll find 30 Latin recipes that'll keep the dirty dishes to a minimum and everyone at the table full.
12 Things You Should Know About Monaco Royal Tatiana Santo Domingo
You might have heard the name Tatiana Santo Domingo before - maybe it popped up on your newsfeed in connection to her family's many businesses in Colombia, or perhaps you heard it when she married Prince Albert of Monaco's nephew Andrea Casiraghi in 2013, or maybe you spotted her at a Gucci fashion show recently. But even if you're saying "Tatiana who?" right about now, we suggest you get to know a little more about the Latina whose children are in line for the Monaco throne - and whose uncle just married into English royalty.
Tatiana not only ranks as one of the wealthiest people in the world but has also made news through the years for her incredible fashion sense and laid-back approach to royalty. Scroll ahead for 12 little-known facts about her, then discover more Latinas with regal ties.
This May Be the Absolute Cutest Holiday Collaboration of 2016!
Every year, Shu Uemura (the cool L'Oreal beauty brand, currently only available in Canada or via e-commerce!) puts out one of the most festive holiday collaborations of the season. Past collections featured French fashion house Maison Kitsuné and Karl Lagerfeld's famous cat, Choupette.
However, this year may be our favorite yet! Shu teamed up with contemporary Japanese artist Takashi Murakami to outfit some of the brand's most beloved products (such as the cleansing face oil and eyelash curler) as well as newbies (like lipsticks and colorful palettes) in his iconic psychedelic flowers.
The 25-piece collection ranges from $24 for an eyeliner pencil that won't smudge for hours to a $450 makeup trunk. Keep reading to see every image of the new goods, and then shop it at shuuemura-usa.com. If this doesn't give you some early holiday cheer, we don't know what will.
Do NOT Roast Your Turkey Without Trying This Foil Hack
When I visited Butterball to participate in turkey-roasting training, I learned a fascinating trick: this "coil of foil." As a turkey roasts, you want all that hot air circulating around as much of the bird as possible, so the bird cooks faster and more evenly. To do that, the turkey needs to be elevated off the bottom of a roasting pan. While some seasoned cooks may own a roasting rack to get the job done, I, like many, don't. But that's OK because it can be hacked with a "coil of foil."
Simply take a large piece of heavy-duty foil, crunch it into a long tube shape, and press it into a ring shape. Then place it inside your roasting dish. Be sure to spray it down with cooking spray or oil (along with the tray itself) before placing your turkey on top. Hello, golden skin and perfectly cooked turkey!
How to Make Sure Your Turkey's Done If You Don't Have a Thermometer
If you don't have a meat thermometer and would rather not buy one just for Thanksgiving, there are a few steps you can take to make sure your turkey is fully cooked and not overcooked. According to the experts behind the Turkey Talk-Line at Butterball, this is exactly what you need to do to ensure a fully cooked yet still moist bird.
1. Find out the cooking time based on the weight of your turkey.
Using the turkey-cooking calculator is the easiest way to find out how long your turkey will need to cook based on its weight. A 20-pound turkey will take three and a half to four hours to cook at 325°F.
2. Don't peek!
Although it's tempting to check on your turkey, opening the oven only lowers the temperature and prolongs the process, potentially screwing up your initial estimated time. Keep the oven closed until you're about two-thirds of the way through to check on it for the first time. If the turkey breasts are getting too browned too quickly, cover the turkey in a tent of foil. If they don't look browned, feel free to skip that step.
3. Keep your eye on the thigh.
The deepest part of the thigh muscle is the very last part of the turkey to be done. The internal temperature should reach 180°F. To check for doneness without a thermometer, pierce the thigh and pay attention to the juices: if the juices run clear, it's cooked, and if the juices are reddish pink, it needs more time. Put the turkey back in the oven and check again after a short time.
Here's a Map With WiFi Passwords For Airports All Around the World
Anyone who goes on a vacation or travels for work knows that sitting around in an airport can feel like years. Some airports charge for WiFi, and in others it works so slowly. Never worry about that again with this map and app that has the WiFi passwords for airports all over the world.
Created by Anil Polat, a self-proclaimed "digital nomad" and writer who runs foXnoMad, a travel blog, the map has WiFi passwords to airports, and includes instructions on how to access it. In some cases, the map also includes how long the free WiFi lasts. It's updated regularly and Polat encourages readers of his blog to submit any new information or WiFi spots they find. If you don't want to bookmark the page where this map exists, download the app, WiFox, in three forms: iOS, Android, or Amazon. You can check out the map below.
Keep this map handy for the next time you're on a long layover or get stuck in an airport; you won't regret it one bit.
34 Thoughtful Gifts For Women Going Through IVF
Going through in vitro fertilization is an extremely difficult process no matter the time of year. Even with the support of friends and family, this emotional journey can feel isolating for women, particularly when they are the only one in their friend group enduring the seemingly endless injections and doctors' appointments.
Help let your friend or loved one know that you're there for her and understand what she's going through with a thoughtful gift to ease the IVF process. From presents to help her relax or to help the pain of needles and injections to gifts to help her find humor in the moment, these are 34 perfect gifts for someone going through IVF.
50 of Our Favorite Smoothie Recipes
A smoothie is a convenient meal or snack option anytime - just throw your ingredients in a blender, pour into a glass, and enjoy. Even better: the ingredient possibilities for shakes and smoothies are endless. We should know; we're always in the kitchen creating and re-creating our favorite healthy smoothie recipes. Keep reading to see which healthy smoothies we've been blending up lately!
- Additional reporting by Lizzie Fuhr, Michele Foley, and Jenny Sugar
50 of Our Favorite Smoothie Recipes
A smoothie is a convenient meal or snack option anytime - just throw your ingredients in a blender, pour into a glass, and enjoy. Even better: the ingredient possibilities for shakes and smoothies are endless. We should know; we're always in the kitchen creating and re-creating our favorite healthy smoothie recipes. Keep reading to see which healthy smoothies we've been blending up lately!
- Additional reporting by Lizzie Fuhr, Michele Foley, and Jenny Sugar
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