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.
mardi 29 novembre 2016
These Are the Best Celebrity Makeup Looks of 2016
This year was eclectic when it came to makeup looks. There were those who consistently went for the eye-catching bold and bright (Demi Lovato and Sofia Vergara wanted all the attention), while others stuck to three keywords: subtle, shimmery, and golden (Becky G, Selena Gomez, we're talking to ya). A fringe benefit of this all over the place range? The seemingly limitless amount of beauty inspiration you have to inspire your New Year's Eve and 2017 beauty looks. Scroll ahead to find our top eight celebrity makeup looks of the year and a few shopping links to buy everything you need to easily recreate them.
10 Major Mistakes You're Making When You Try to Straighten Curls
The process of the classic "press and curl" has come a long way from the hot-comb and hair-grease days. We're not talking about your average blowout here. Getting coarse, thick, or curly hair straight requires more than a round brush and blow dryer.
You need to know the proper technique and own several different hot tools to achieve a silky finish on natural textures - and even some pros can't do it without snapping a comb in half, popping the nozzle off the blow dryer, or causing permanent damage to your curls. Before you trust a blowout bar with your delicate strands, we challenge you to try straightening at home (you just might get better results).
We've enlisted the help of Johnny Wright, celebrity hairstylist and artistic style director of Amla Legend, to break down the 10 major mistakes you're making when you flat-iron your curls - with easy fixes. Plus, he reveals the frizz-fighting trick he uses on the first lady to keep her natural hair sleek after a workout.
35 Times Adriana Lima's Selfie Game Was Strong and Sexy
When she's not owning the runway, Adriana Lima is showing off her always-gorgeous selfies on Instagram. Known for her chiseled cheekbones and bright eyes, the Brazilian model's striking features lend themselves to near-perfect snaps every time. Seriously.
It doesn't matter if she's in the car, on a plane, at the gym, or playing tourist in whatever fashionable city her job takes her - Adriana will flip her phone camera forward and put your selfie game to shame. Don't believe us? See her hottest/sexiest/poutiest photos ever.
Updated: The Best and Worst New Trader Joe's Products This November
A trip to Trader Joe's always leads to at least a few discoveries, be they new to you or one of the many seasonal, limited-edition products featured over the course of the year. At times, it's easy to guess what a given item will deliver. For example, I knew the peanut-butter-filled pretzels would be perfect, and they didn't disappoint. Other times, there can be some guesswork, especially around brand-new items. Heading to TJ's? Check out this must-read guide of what to try and what to skip this November, and check back as we continue to update our list!
Now You Can Watch Every Single Harry Potter Movie in Under 80 Minutes
It can be nice, from time to time, to go back and watch every single Harry Potter movie. The series seems to contain an infinite amount of magic, nostalgia, and joy. But, listen: not all of us have 20 hours to dedicate to such a beastly task. Luckily for us, one heroic Muggle took it upon himself to condense all of the movies into a single, 80-minute film. Vimeo user Tim Stiefler uploaded the masterpiece just this week, and it's like the perfect primer to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Or, you know, it's a great way to get a dose of wizardry in a pinch. Behold the magic above.
lundi 28 novembre 2016
Gilmore Girls: The Reason Emily's Maid Is So Familiar Will Blow Your Mind
Gilmore Girls went out of its way to create fun moments for superfans, but there's one connection in A Year in the Life that is nearly impossible to see right off the bat. Emily's new maid Berta, the one she actually likes and keeps finally, is played by an actress we've all definitely met already: Rose Abdoo. While the name may not ring a bell, you'll definitely recognize her in her usual getup as Gypsy the mechanic:
Same. Person. Abdoo has appeared on Scandal, Veep, Parenthood (with her fellow costar Lauren Graham), and Mike & Molly (with her other fellow costar, Melissa McCarthy), but this time, she's hiding in plain sight! Boom.
Photographic Evidence That Queen Máxima of the Netherlands's Hat Game Is Strong
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands and hats go together like Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello. From fedoras to buckets, fascinators, and cloches, the Dutch royal is rarely seen without headwear - and when she is, we immediately swoon over her amazing blowouts.
She expertly matches her toppers to her elegant outfits and all the way down to her shoes and accessories, happily waving and smiling for the crowds from under her brims. The Argentinian queen's hat game is so serious, Queen Elizabeth might need to start taking pointers from her - yes, we went there! Keep scrolling to see photos of just some of the hats Queen Máxima has worn recently.
Ranking the Best Butterbeer at Harry Potter World Orlando
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando has not one but six butterbeers to try across the parks. You may be familiar with the beverage line (cold, frozen, and hot), but there are also three butterbeer treats: fudge, ice cream, and potted cream. These butterbeer treats are on the expensive side, so what's worth trying? Here's the ranking from best to worst.
This Teen Uses Makeup to Transform Her Face Into a Winter Wonderland
Ali Nordahl is a 17-year-old self-taught makeup artist from Yukon, Canada, who has been amazing beauty enthusiasts by displaying her incredible makeup skills on Instagram. She recently posted some holiday-inspired looks, and the level of detail the aspiring makeup artist incorporates is astounding.
In one post, Ali transforms into a Winter wonderland, adorning her face with a mask of blue icicles and purple snowflakes. Another incredible look includes a scene of a Christmas tree and a reindeer standing on a layer of snow beneath the stars. Ali revealed on Twitter that this particular masterpiece took her four hours to complete and she used a sewing needle for the smallest details. As for the makeup itself, Ali tweeted that the art was created using a combination of eye shadows from the Morphe 35b and 35c palettes ($20 each).
These intricate looks are stunning, and we can't wait to see if Ali will grace us with some makeup tutorials so we can try the festive designs for ourselves. Read on to see Ali's incredible holiday creations.
The Top 10 Cookbooks of 2016 Will Inspire You to Get in the Kitchen Immediately
With so many bestselling cookbooks this year, it's hard to pick a favorite. From first timers who completely knocked it out of the park to veterans whose newest cookbooks are even better than their oldest, 2016 brought nothing but the best from Ina Garten, Alton Brown, Chrissy Teigen, and more. Take a look at the year's top 10, must-have cookbooks that will inspire you to get in the kitchen immediately.
- Additional reporting by Anna Monette Roberts
24 Sleek and Useful Tech Gifts For Women That Won't Break Your Budget
There's so many new tech devices every holiday season that it's often hard to figure out what exactly will make the perfect gift. And with tech products, there's even more pressure, as you want to get someone something they will actually use on a daily basis and consider an awesome addition to their already tech-filled life. But worry not! We've scoured the market for the hippest, chicest items this year and came up with 24 products to get for that lady in your life who loves to be on trend. Trust us - there's no way you'll go wrong with a single one of these under-$100 treats.
Thousands may have been exposed to rare infection during heart surgery in Halifax
Thousands of heart surgery patients from across Atlantic Canada are being warned they may have been exposed to a bacteria that causes a rare infection while undergoing procedures in Halifax.
Thousands may have been exposed to rare infection during heart surgery in Halifax
Thousands of heart surgery patients from across Atlantic Canada are being warned they may have been exposed to a bacteria that causes a rare infection while undergoing procedures in Halifax.
On-Trend, Swoon-Worthy Gifts for Your Favorite Studio Addict
If your best friend, sister, or girlfriend is constantly running from cardio boxing to ballet barre to "Best Butt Ever" to SoulCycle (and then to a class you've never even heard of like Speedplay or Rise Nation), then you've come to the right place: we've got essential gifts for your very active, very trendy fitness-lover. From stylish kicks to necessary post-workout recovery, there's a perfect gift at every price point.
On-Trend, Swoon-Worthy Gifts for Your Favorite Studio Addict
If your best friend, sister, or girlfriend is constantly running from cardio boxing to ballet barre to "Best Butt Ever" to SoulCycle (and then to a class you've never even heard of like Speedplay or Rise Nation), then you've come to the right place: we've got essential gifts for your very active, very trendy fitness-lover. From stylish kicks to necessary post-workout recovery, there's a perfect gift at every price point.
This Is the Target Shopping Cart That's Changing the Lives of Families With Disabilities
If you don't have a child with special needs, it's hard to understand just how difficult seemingly simple tasks can be for a family. For the Standifords, even a trip to the grocery store is met with stress because of the difficulty in transporting their 6-year-old daughter, Savannah, who has a rare chromosomal deletion that causes life-threatening conditions such as uncontrolled epilepsy, cerebral palsy, heart defects, chronic kidney disease, and severe intellectual impairments.
"When Savannah was younger we were easily able to whisk her up - oxygen tank, apnea monitors and all - and put her in [a] cart or use her stroller for transportation," Adam Standiford, Savannah's father, told ABC News. "As she has aged, she has grown. . . . She is currently almost 4 [feet] tall and nearing 35 pounds. She no longer fits in a standard shopping cart."
When his wife made a recent trip to her local Target in Dardenne Prairie, MO, she discovered something that wouldn't get a second glance from most shoppers but would surely alter her family's life forever. It was a shopping cart designed for older children and adults with disabilities.
Named Caroline's Cart after the creator's daughter, who suffers from Rett syndrome, the simple device "will change how we can shop," Adam said. So moved by the introduction of such a cart, he took to Facebook to thank Target personally.
Dear Target,
I can't express enough how happy my wife was to see this at our local Target today. We have a 6year old handicap girl who either doesn't fit in carts anymore or gets weird looks to as why she's sitting in the basket and can't walk like a normal child. This simple cart literally will change how we can shop, not having to worry as to how we are going to get her into a store. Every retailer in the country should follow suit! It is also quite ironic that my wife's name is Carolyn and the cart is called Caroline's cart. I will forever be Target loyal!
Sincerely,
Every parent of a special needs kid
The post, which already has 117,000 likes, is filled with comments from other parents of children with special needs, all of whom are either sharing their stories about their experience with the shopping cart or asking when one will make it to a store near them. Thankfully, Target was listening:
"Target is always looking for new ways to improve our guests' shopping experience," a representative from the retailer wrote on Adam's Facebook post. "This is just another example of Target listening to guests and making changes based off of their feedback."
The rep went on to let other eager parents know that they are logging their requests.
Have you seen one of these shopping carts at your Target?
This Goat Comforted by a Duck Costume Is Almost Too Cute to Be Real
Personally, we've always felt that goats are the underrated cuties of the animal kingdom. Laying eyes on Polly the goat only confirms our suspicions.
This 6-month-old goat turned internet sensation hails from Goats of Anarchy, a goat rescue based in New Jersey. Anxious ever since since she was just a kid (get it?) Polly's caretakers told BuzzFeed News that the only solution that was ever able to successfully calm the poor girl was tucking her into a duck costume.
Not buying it? Goats of Anarchy staff wrote on Instagram, "Polly loves her duck suit. Polly NEEDS her duck suit. It puts her right to sleep. Tonight she was feeling anxious because I'm too busy to sit with her. I put her duck suit on and she's totally happy. It instantly soothes her! Its the strangest cutest thing." Whatever makes you feel your best, Polly! (And can we get one of these duck suits, please?)
Look through Polly's insanely adorable Instagram feed for a guaranteed mood booster, courtesy of one very stylish goat.
20 Stranger Things Gifts You'll Be Tempted to Keep For Yourself
Stranger Things commanded the attention of Netflix watchers everywhere earlier this year, and truth be told, we're still in its grips. Not only is the show itself amazing, but it has already contributed so much to pop culture. Admit it, you'll never look at waffles without thinking of Eleven again. Before you go too far into a hole digging up every detail about season two, check out these items - just in time for the holidays!
22 Comforting Arroz Con Leche Recipes That Spread Holiday Cheer
When I think about my childhood, there's one dessert that comes to mind immediately: rice pudding aka arroz con leche. While I'm biased to think my grandma's recipe was the best ever, the internet is home to plenty more takes on the classic creamy treat.
Ahead, find a list of 22 scrumptious recipes chock-full of different toppings and add-ins that, if you're like me, might trigger some serious nostalgia - just in time for the holidays. Keep scrolling to pick your favorite, then discover even more cheerful Thanksgiving and Christmas recipes.
21 Gifts for Eco-Minded Moms (and 1 Splurge For You!)
This time of year, green is everywhere. Glistening green Christmas trees, beautiful green garland wrapped around lamp posts lining the streets, and thankfully, lots of green gifts. But we're not talking about wrapping up a Kermit the Frog doll. No, we're taking note of the perfect present for that eco-friendly mom on your shopping list. Here are some of our favorite items that will not only make the planet-loving recipient happy, but Mother Nature, too.
It's OK to Freak Out Because This Fitness-Themed Gift Guide Is Entirely Rose Gold
Few colors have spoken to us in the way that rose gold has. And now more than ever, you can add a bit of rosy metallic shine to your everyday active pieces, thanks to stylish upgrades to workout-wear, accessories, and shoes. This is definitely the gift list to pass on to friends and family as a not-so-subtle hint this year.
Update: Even MORE Items Are Affected by the Sabra Hummus Recall
Sabra just announced a voluntary recall involving its hummus products after "finding Listeria monocytogenes at the manufacturing facility, but not in tested finished product." Almost all Sabra products with a "best before" date up through Jan. 28, 2017 should be discarded immediately, as recommended by the company, but you can visit the Sabra Hummus Recall website for a product replacement coupon. Please note, there are a few Sabra products NOT affected by this recall, which include Sabra Organic Hummus and Sabra Guacamole, Sabra Salsa, and Sabra Greek Yogurt Dips.
Update Nov. 28: A second wave of products featuring Sabra hummus have been flagged as part of the recall. The FDA announced these hummus snack boxes as part of the voluntary recall:
- Taylor Farms Veggie & Hummus Bistro Box, with a use-by date between 11/11/16 – 12/1/16 and UPC code 0 30223 01037 1
- Schnucks Vegetable and Hummus Snack Tray with a use-by dates 11/18/16 and 11/23/16 and a UPC code 0 41318 09193 9
If you bought a Mediterranean Style Chicken With Hummus sandwich, sold in 7-Eleven stores between Nov. 18 and Nov. 20, and live in Northern California, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, or Washington, Sabra urges customers to not consume the sandwiches and check the following FDA links for more information:
15 Actually Awesome Foodie Gifts From Oprah's Favorite Things
Every holiday season, we anticipate the arrival of Oprah's Favorite Things, the curated list of the mogul's must-have gifts featured in O Magazine. This year, Oprah's picks for the home cook are better than ever, especially since she recently wrote a cookbook (Food, Health, and Happiness, out January 2017). From packaged holiday treats perfect for any family gathering to cooking tools that will make your life easier, here's what Oprah thinks every foodie needs this holiday season.
It's OK to Freak Out Because This Fitness-Themed Gift Guide Is Entirely Rose Gold
Few colors have spoken to us in the way that rose gold has. And now more than ever, you can add a bit of rosy metallic shine to your everyday active pieces, thanks to stylish upgrades to workout-wear, accessories, and shoes. This is definitely the gift list to pass on to friends and family as a not-so-subtle hint this year.
26 References to the Original Series in the Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life
After years of hoping and waiting (and more than a little obsessing), Stars Hollow has welcomed every Gilmore Girls fan back with open arms. Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life premiered on Netflix just a few days ago, but hardcore fans didn't waste a minute before diving in and binge-watching the whole thing. And they probably noticed more than a few callbacks to the original series in the four-part revival. Some references were hilarious, and others more than a little heartbreaking. But all of them were reminders of why we loved Gilmore Girls so much. Read on for the full list! But beware, because many, many spoilers are ahead.
15 Incredible Beauty Products That Have Earned Their Sephora 5-Star Ratings
Beauty junkies are some of the most discerning consumers out there. They will try anything and everything in the name of thicker hair, clearer skin, or longer-lasting makeup . . . and they're not afraid to give bad ratings if a product doesn't live up to their expectations.
But when something is fantastic - aka "holy grail" status - you will definitely hear about it, whether its from your beauty-loving BFF, here on POPSUGAR, or in the reviews section of your favorite retailer. We combed through Sephora's very best formulas to find 15 products that have earned the incredible honor of a five-star rating. Some may surprise you, but all deserve a place in your stash.
Why 'fitness is something we should be measuring' at the doctor's office
Doctors should assess and discuss the cardiorespiratory fitness of adults during routine visits, the American Heart Association advises.
Why 'fitness is something we should be measuring' at the doctor's office
Doctors should assess and discuss the cardiorespiratory fitness of adults during routine visits, the American Heart Association advises.
16 Perfect Presents For the Telenovela-Lover in Your Life
Christmas shopping can be dreadful, especially the more you put it off. But nothing compares to trying to find a last-minute present for your most novelera friend - yes, the one who talks about novela characters as if you knew them personally. In an effort to make your life a little easier and help you avoid the novela-level wrath that could ensue if you don't spot the perfect gift, we've put together this guide. Look ahead to find everything from doll collectibles to DVD box sets that will satisfy all of their binge-watching dreams and officially make you their favorite person.
Twitter Took a "Sexy" Challenge and Turned It Into Something F*cking Hilarious
When a new "challenge" starts trending on Twitter, you never really know what to expect; will it be a video challenge where participants have to stand still or something more politically charged? But when the #GreySweatpantsChallenge began picking up steam, there wasn't much mystery about what it could mean: Twitter was in for an eye-candy treat. Male users began using the challenge to show off their - ahem - physical endowment and got lots of tongues wagging about the challenge.
But leave it to the internet to turn even the sexiest of trends into a joke! It didn't take long for other Twitter users to begin posting mock photos of what they're "packing," including but not limited to dogs, Christmas trees, Bibles, and musical instruments.
We've collected some of the most hilarious examples (and some devastated reactions from people who were enjoying the challenge's original purpose) ahead. Trust us, you don't want to miss the ficus tree.
20 Tools Latin Foodies Would Love to See Under Their Christmas Tree
There are two things that are very true about Latin food: 1. It's absolutely delicious, and 2. It's a mess to make. The amount of tools, pots, pans, and ingredients needed to prepare a good dish makes any kitchen look like a restaurant at the end of a busy day. Luckily, there are now lots of appliances and gadgets that can help make the process a little easier. From deep fryers to tortilla warmers to pressure cookers, these are the gizmos that will make any Latin wannabe chef superhappy - and for everyone else, here are more than 100 gift ideas.
You Won't Be Able to Stop at Just 1 of These Tasty Latin American Chips
Whether you're throwing a party or just vegging solo on the couch, there's often nothing better than diving into a bag of chips. It's even better if you've gotten adventurous and broken away from your typical potato kinds or Cheetos. That's why we've rounded up a savory bunch of Latin American snacks you can find right here in the US - from Mexican chicharrones to Peruvian Inka corn. Dig in and crunch up!
Gilmore Girls: Luke and Lorelai's Final Scene Includes a Sweet Throwback to the Original Series
Warning: spoilers ahead!
It's been a long time coming, but Luke and Lorelai are officially endgame. Netflix's Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life may have left us with a lot of unanswered questions, but there was one scene that left us extremely satisfied: Luke and Lorelai's wedding. After getting engaged, the two decide to elope the night before their actual wedding in the middle of Stars Hallow under the gazebo. As if tying the knot under sparkly lights wasn't enough to make you teary eyed, the scene makes us even more emotional by setting their dance to "Reflecting Light" by Sam Phillips. You know, just the same song they shared their first dance to during season four of the original series. Not only is it a sweet throwback, but it further emphasizes how the series has come full circle almost 10 years later.
Are you crying yet?
19 Matching Disney Shirt Sets Every Family Needs Before Their Next Trip
It doesn't matter if you're going to Disneyland, to Disney World, or on a magical cruise, there's one thing every family needs to pack: a matching Disney-inspired ensemble. From personalized shirts to complete outfits, there are endless ways to show off both your Disney and family pride. Plus, these custom tops don't just make for great photo opportunities, they also help get your little ones pumped for the trip long before you even leave home. Check out these 19 adorable options that every Disney-loving family will flip for.
Lift, Shape, and Tone Your Butt With This 10-Minute Workout
If you love a good booty burn, you're going to be all over this 10-minute butt workout. You better get some some quarters ready because your butt is going to be so fricking firm!
The Moves:
Squat thrust
Squat with overhead reach
Alternating forward lunge (one on each side counts as one rep)
Sumo squat jump
The Workout:
Set the timer for 10 minutes and begin this up-ladder style workout by doing three reps of each exercise, then six reps, then nine reps, then 12 reps, and so on until the 10 minutes are up.
Lift, Shape, and Tone Your Butt With This 10-Minute Workout
If you love a good booty burn, you're going to be all over this 10-minute butt workout. You better get some some quarters ready because your butt is going to be so fricking firm!
The Moves:
Squat thrust
Squat with overhead reach
Alternating forward lunge (one on each side counts as one rep)
Sumo squat jump
The Workout:
Set the timer for 10 minutes and begin this up-ladder style workout by doing three reps of each exercise, then six reps, then nine reps, then 12 reps, and so on until the 10 minutes are up.
Gilmore Girls: Why the Leads in the Stars Hollow Musical Look So Familiar
Let's face it: the musical sequence in Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life is . . . godawful, to put it bluntly. It drags on for what feels like lifetimes, it's wholly unnecessary, and most importantly, it takes away screen time from beloved characters (*cough* Jess Mariano *cough*). Thankfully, there is one small, itty-bitty silver lining: Sutton Foster and Christian Borle. If you're forced to watch a 10-minute-long faux musical about the boring history of a small Connecticut town, you might as well watch one with legit Broadway stars, right?
Foster plays Violet and is likely the more recognizable of the two thanks to her current starring role on TV Land's hit comedy Younger and a past role in Bunheads, which is another brainchild of Gilmore Girls creator Amy Sherman-Palladino. In addition to lighting up TV screens, she's the proud owner of two Tony awards for best performance by a leading actress in a musical, from her 2002 performance as Millie Dillmount in Thoroughly Modern Millie and her role as Reno Sweeney in 2011's Anything Goes. For any fans of NBC's ill-fated (but totally addictive) drama-musical Smash, you'll likely remember Borle - who happens to be Foster's real-life ex-husband - for his portrayal of colorful composer Tom Levitt, before he showed up as Carl in the Gilmore Girls revival. Like Foster, he also has plenty of stage experience and picked up two Tony awards for his roles in 2015's Something Rotten! and 2002's Peter and the Starcatcher.
Before their divorce in 2010, Borle and Foster were just your average married couple who loved watching Gilmore Girls together, and they have remained friends despite their split. In fact, Foster is the one who got him the role as Carl to begin with. "It was one of the nicest things anyone has ever done for me," he told Playbill. "It was such a gift." Of all the celebrity cameos in the revival, they just might be our favorites (Stars Hollow: The Musical be damned).
A New Sanrio Cafe Opened Up in Singapore Giving You Yet Another Reason to Visit
Love everything about Hello Kitty and the Sanrio character universe? Then, prepare yourself (and your wallet) to visit the new Gudetama-themed cafe in Singapore.
The cafe is inspired by Gudetama, Sanrio's newest character that is described as a lazy egg. Located at the Suntec City Mall, the cafe will include "10 main dishes, four sides, and five desserts," according to Channel News Asia. The dishes all feature Gudetama in some manner and are almost too cute to eat, thanks to the style techniques by Shirley Wong, an award winning bento artist.
Ahead, see photos of what you can expect at the cafe, which opens on Nov. 30. Don't miss your chance to visit it; after all, while you're there you can visit the 24-hour Hello Kitty cafe in Singapore's Changi airport!
Laurie Hernandez Makes Us Proud to Be Latina
From dancing salsa on Dancing With the Stars to shouting out her Puerto Rican heritage, Laurie Hernandez knows how to represent us Latinas the right way.
8 Experts Reveal Their Favorite Highlighters For Getting That Holiday Glow
Last Winter, it was all about contouring. This time around, it's all about "the strobe." And for good reason. From candlelit accents to full-on frosting, sweeping some highlighter on is an easy way to wake up the face and accentuate or help create the effect of gorgeous bone structure. Read on as experts share some of their personal, no-fuss product picks for getting your shine on, just in time for all of those holiday parties.
The Hottest Photos of Jennifer Lopez This Year Deserve All of the Fire Emoji
She has a residency in Las Vegas, a hit TV show, one of the catchiest tunes of the Summer - can anyone deny that Jennifer Lopez is having one superhot year? The singer, actress, and producer continues to set every red carpet on fire with her body-hugging and revealing fashion choices, while taking to Instagram to share sultry selfies and poolside swimsuit snaps her followers can't get enough of.
Now that J Lo is single - calling it quits from longtime boyfriend Casper Smart in late August, and kissing Marc Anthony on stage at the Latin Grammys - the next few months are sure to be only sexier. Scroll ahead to check out Jennifer's most heat-inducing moments so far.
The Walking Dead Offers a Grim Reminder That Everything Belongs to Negan
Another week, another frustrating single-story-focused episode of The Walking Dead. This week got us all caught up with Tara and Heath's "supply run." And, well, I don't know about you, but I totally forgot said supply run was a thing in the first place. Anyway, we spend the hour following Tara as she makes her way through a new beachfront community, which seems far, far away from the Saviors, and their Sanctuary, and of course, Negan. But as we've come to learn in the past handful of episodes, Negan is everywhere. The more obvious nod to his presence came through dialogue, but did you catch the more subtle nod near the beginning of the episode?
Here's what happens: Heath and Tara get in an argument in the camper. Heath wants to go back to Alexandria, because even though they're empty-handed, it's been two weeks. Tara wants to continue searching for much-needed supplies. After going back and forth a little longer - and making it clear that they're not even aware of Denise's death or the nightmare murders of Glenn and Negan - they get ready to go out for one more day. That's when Tara grabs her gun and examines a pretty conspicuous carving on the handle.
It shouldn't take more than a second to realize it's a carving of Lucille, which means this gun once belonged to Negan. If you're thinking it's the same gun Carl has near the end of season six, it's not. That said, Carl's gun and Tara's gun do both come from that same Savior outpost raid that Rick and his crew carry out. Basically, we need to remember that Tara and Heath leave for their supply run straight from that event. That's why they don't know anything about anything, and it's also why this particular gun isn't part of the "inventory" Negan uses to account for all his weapons back at Alexandria. And, of course, that's why it looks so similar to Carl's, but actually isn't.
It's worth noting that, in the depths of season seven, the "Lucille" carving has taken on a new kind of significance. When we see it on Carl's gun back before Negan's entrance in season six finale, it's more like an omen, a foreboding symbol of the horror on the horizon. In the wake of all that, though, it's become more like a grim reminder: Negan is everywhere, even when you can't see him. You may think you've avoided him or outsmarted him, but he's always one step ahead. Basically, Tara and the Oceanside community better watch out.
The Single Most Frustrating Thing About The Walking Dead
The seventh season of The Walking Dead has slowed to a crawl. After that devastating season premiere, where we lose not one but two of our favorite characters, every episode has been a tight zoom on one character and one storyline. Don't get me wrong, the episodes have, for the most part, been interesting. Even after just an hour, I felt haunted by that terribly upbeat song the Saviors use to torture Daryl. It was fascinating to get an in-depth look at The Kingdom. Even our pit-stop at the Hilltop yielded a pretty surprising comic book deviation. With all this going on, I still found myself itching to break away from the story at hand so I could see the show's other characters. And that's something The Walking Dead hardly ever does.
Here's the thing: while this hyperfocus in any particular episode can offer a lot of depth, I think it mostly just makes me frustrated as a viewer. By the time we get to the season's fourth episode, a 90-minute check-in with Rick and the gang back in Alexandria, it's been nearly a whole month since Glenn and Abraham's horrific deaths. As viewers, we mourned the character deaths the week after the premiere. It would make sense, emotionally, to see the characters' fallout the following week.
Instead, the second episode spends an entire hour showing us what's up with Carol and Morgan in The Kingdom. And sure, it's nice to meet King Ezekiel and to get to know a community, but the episode could easily have been condensed to half of what it was. Isn't it more dynamic to show us everything as it happens? Wouldn't it be that much more heartbreaking to see Rick and the rest of the group's devastation while Carol remains oblivious in Ezekiel's fairy tale wonderland?
This isn't the first time I've felt this burning frustration. Back in 2015, the fandom at large was in a panic, thanks to a season six moment that makes it really seem like Glenn dies at the hands of human trash bag Nicholas. For weeks, we wondered when we'd learn the truth about his fate. Instead, we got a 90-minute episode about Morgan, another hour about Rick and the rest of the community in Alexandria, and another hour still that focuses on Daryl, Sasha, and Abraham. Finally, a month later, we learned that Glenn survives that dumpster fire of a near-death experience. The "delayed gratification," if you can call it that, doesn't build fun anticipation. It's not an artful progression toward his salvation. Honestly, I still can't think of a single purpose it serves, other than to turn fans into an angry, emotional wreck.
As a final counterpoint, consider another stellar drama on TV right now: Game of Thrones. At any given time, the HBO juggernaut must juggle half a dozen storylines or more. We jump from Daenerys Targaryen and her dragons to Jon Snow and his man bun in Castle Black. We veer from Cersei Lannister in King's Landing to Theon Greyjoy on the Iron Islands. We switch over to Arya Stark and her kill list in Braavos . . . and so on and so forth. And, sure, we may have to wait a week before getting certain answers about certain characters, but every episode leaps seamlessly between three or four pertinent stories, slowly weaving a greater narrative tapestry.
The Walking Dead's narrative style is ultimately holding the show back. It creates less urgency. It dulls the sense that all this madness is happening simultaneously. Instead, it feels as though everyone else is frozen in time, as though we can place them on hold because none of this is really real. Now, we're dedicating entire episodes to side characters we've almost forgotten about. Next week, it seems like we're going back to Alexandria, and it will only be our second check-in with Rick and the gang, despite the fact that it's the seventh episode. It also seems like we'll finally jump between stories, and Negan, oddly enough, will give speech explaining who the Saviors are. And you know what? I'm not even that excited to find out how everyone's holding up, or what Negan's gang is all about. I much rather would have found these things out weeks ago, right after Glenn's head gets bashed in.
Virgin America's Cyber Monday Sale Benefits Animal Shelters
If you book a flight on Virgin America today, not only can you save up to 30 percent on your fare, but $10 from each booking will go to animals in need. The airline partnered with San Francisco Animal Care and Control, The American Society For the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and Animal Haven to launch this deal to help shelters. These funds will also benefit Virgin's Operation Chihuahua airlifts, in which the airline flies Chihuahuas from San Francisco to New York to be adopted. California is overrun with the small dogs, so Virgin gets them to the East Coast, where demand outweighs the supply and the pups can find loving families.
To take advantage of this Cyber Monday deal and help animals in need, go to Virgin America's website to search for a flight and use code TINYFARES.
25 Recipes Starring Costco Rotisserie Chicken
The beauty of Costco rotisserie chicken is that it's cheap ($5), delicious, and extremely versatile. You can buy one at the beginning of the week and use it to make quick meals for days; it's the ultimate shortcut and meal-planning savior. Ahead, find inspiration for your next dinner with these 25 time-saving meals that all start with a Costco rotisserie chicken.
You'll Definitely Feel Better About Your Life After Hearing What Kids Look Forward to When They Grow Up
Oh, to be a kid again. It's hard not to feel a little nostalgic for the simpler times of childhood when you are dealing with a micromanaging boss, paying a late fee on a past-due electric bill, or cursing your 5:45 a.m. alarm clock.
But YouGov, a British-based news site, surveyed 2,000 children, ages 8 to 15, to find out what are the best things about being a grown-up . . . according to kids.
Turns out, the best parts of adulthood are pretty great. More than half of kiddos long to stay up late and visit friends whenever they want. Next on the list? Living alone in their own self-decorated house, choosing their job, and buying a pet!
Oh, and there's more:
That doesn't mean these children were itching to grow up too fast. The site also surveyed the same group on the worst aspects of being an adult, and a whopping 64 percent named paying bills first. Another 32 percent were bummed about missing out on school holidays, 25 percent were concerned about wrinkles, and 16 percent weren't looking forward to having to get themselves places.
All that said, it's clear being an adult has plenty of perks. So the next time you're having a bad day, remember that you can dye your hair any color you want (a dream held by 16 percent of these kids), and feel great about your grown-up life.
11 Genius Websites You Need to Start Using ASAP
Does your body get excited the minute you hear about anything free? Get ready to feel tingly, as we've rounded up some of our favorite free websites, thanks to two different Imgur users, TooLazyToDoSomethingElse and indianacrones. Check out the best picks from those lists ahead. Trust us, you're going to want to use these all the time.
- Learn something constantly - Meet the ultimate bookmark to feed your mind. With noexcuselist, you'll get a list of websites where you can expand your knowledge on a variety of topics. Examples include Coursera, Codecademy, and Duolingo. You now have no excuse not to teach yourself something.
- Become an adult - With Skills For Grown-Ups, you'll finally be the person you aspired to be as a kid. The website breaks down different skills you might need in your life, like sewing, fixing a flat tire, or giving bad news, and provides a link to instructions on how to do it.
- Don't waste time on Netflix - Watch a movie faster and easier with Netflix Roulette. Pick a genre, click spin, and you'll be given one movie or TV show to watch. You can get a little more specific by choosing how high you want the ratings to be or adding in a director or actor's name. While you're at it, try these other Netflix tips.
- Give in to your inner introvert - Sometimes, you just need to be alone. You can find public places to do that with Avoid Humans. It's a site that gathers data from FourSquare and Instagram to come up with a list of places with very few humans.
- Plan your best road trip - Figure out the best route, what to see, and where to stay with Roadtrippers. Just add where you're starting and ending your trip, the dates, and check off if you want to see attractions, natural wonders, or "weird stuff." You'll then get a map of pinpointed locations.
- Don't waste ink - Is printing something you do from time to time? Instead of printing out an entire page with unnecessary information like ads, use PrintWhatYouLike to save ink. Enter a URL, edit the page, and print it.
- Cook a recipe with what you have at home - Not everyone gets a chance to head to the grocery store after work, but a girl's gotta eat, right? On RecipePuppy, enter the ingredients you have and it will find a recipe for you. This should help you eat out less!
- Tune out any distractions - If you can't listen to music and office chatter distracts you, try SimplyNoise. The website offers an array of white noise options so you can easily concentrate.
- Draw on a map and then share it - Ever tried giving directions to someone and Google Maps isn't helping? With Scribble Maps, you can draw on a map, add markers, and do so much more - like share it with a friend. It's a great tool for mapping out a trip or just having some fun.
- Pretend you're working - This might not fly in open office spaces, but if you're in a cubicle and want to take a break, use IdleKeyboard. The website will play typing sounds so people think you're working - even if you're not.
- Finally sleep better - Find your perfect sleep cycle with SleepyTi.Me. Either enter the time you need to get up or are about to sleep and the website will calculate the right number of hours you need to rest for.
Do you feel more OK with the world now? Don't forget to also use these other free products on the Internet!
The Magical Way Luke and Lorelai's Love Story Ends in Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life
Warning: Spoilers ahead!
Luke and Lorelai have always been a fan-favorite couple, and we've fallen even more in love with their romance thanks to Netflix's Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. While the revival left us with a lot of mixed emotions over those final four words, the pair's relationship is certainly one of the biggest payoffs. Sure, they have their fair share of ups and downs, but they eventually find their way back to each other like the true soul mates they are. Get the rundown on everything that happens here.
They're Living Together
Let's just say, seeing domestic Luke and Lorelai made us super excited. After so much back and forth in the original series, the two are finally happy and settled in a serious relationship. While Lorelai's mother, Emily, doesn't like the idea of them playing "roommates," we learn that they have been together for almost nine years.
They're Thinking About Having Kids
Even though Luke and Lorelai aren't officially married, they are considering starting a family, or at least, Lorelai is. They visit Paris Gellar's fertility clinic to look at possible surrogate options, but Luke decides he doesn't want to have more children. Things get even more complicated when the two start keeping secrets from each other. Lorelai lies to him about attending therapy solo, and Luke doesn't tell her about going to look at possible diner locations with Emily.
Lorelai Takes Some Time to Clear Her Head
As the two start to think more about their relationship, they realize they've been living separate lives. Lorelai decides to go on a Wild-like hike and do some soul-searching for a few weeks. Even though she never actually goes hiking, she does have an epiphany about her love life and heads back to Stars Hollow.
They Get Engaged
By the time Lorelai returns, Luke assumes that she is leaving him. So, in the middle of the kitchen, he professes his love and gives a long speech about why she should stay. Before he can finish, though, Lorelai interjects and tells him that they should get married.
They Elope the Night Before Their Wedding
The night before their wedding, they make the spur-of-the-moment decision to get married before the chaos of the actual ceremony. With a few of their closest friends, they head to town and (finally!) tie the knot. As if that isn't magical enough, they share a dance as "Reflecting Light" by Sam Phillips (the song they first danced to in season four) plays in the background.
Luke and Lorelai forever.
This Mom Is Single-Handedly Changing Playtime With Realistic Pregnant and Breastfeeding Dolls
A mother from Brisbane, Australia, is filling a huge educational gap with her new dolls. Betty Strachan is on a mission to educate kids all over the world about pregnancy, breastfeeding, and more modern-day realities by painting dolls to replicate situations that aren't taught at school. She's a mother of two boys under the age of 5, but it was her experience in a parenting group that made her realize the need for educational dolls like these.
"The decision to make a breastfeeding doll didn't come consciously," Betty told The Huffington Post. "I'm a member of a mothers' group that's comprised of very lovely and supportive women. I remember one day, I was drawing the new face on a Barbie doll, and she just seemed to be the embodiment of the entire group. So I mimicked the positioning of a latched baby with an old figurine I had and called her the 'Mamas Worldwide Barbie.'"
Betty has been painting dolls over the last four years, but her new Mamas Worldwide Barbie was a way for young children to learn a little during playtime. "I realized that it was really something that should be available - because, like most things that society deems unacceptable, educating children is the way to erase the stigma behind it."
Keep reading to see photos of these amazing, realistic dolls, and check out her Etsy shop.
Let's Face It: The Worst Part of the Gilmore Girls Revival Is the Godawful Musical
Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life may not be the high point of the beloved series, but it is filled to the brim with nostalgic moments, cameos, and updates on our favorite characters. There's plenty to love about the series, but there's one thing to hate. No, I'm not talking about the controversial Last Four Words (of which I happen to approve), I'm talking about the musical. My god, the musical! In the "Summer" episode, Taylor Doose outdoes himself by creating Stars Hollow: The Musical, with the help of a creepy silent partner/director. This is when Sutton Foster's highly anticipated role comes into play. She and former Smash star Christian Borle are the leads in the two-person musical. Lorelai is part of the committee to critique a sneak peek, and she's the only one who hates it . . . except for literally all of us watching.
There's so much wrong here. Why is the musical so bad? Why does it take up exactly 10 whole minutes of screen time? Why did we need four whole numbers? (They're called "Working on Building Stars Hollow," "What's There Not to Love about Stars Hollow?," "Unbreakable," and "Love Revolution," in case you were wondering.) Why did a talented and accomplished composer like Jeanine Tesori write such bad songs? Did she know how bad they were? Why is one song about having sex during wartime? Why does everyone think it's so good? Why cast Foster in a terrible role that's going to make us hate her? Why have her square off with Lorelai like a back-alley gangster?
I know I'm not alone. Here's a mere sampling of the fans reacting on Twitter:
15 min musical scene in 'summer' was so painful to watch. Could have used that time for so many other things. #gilmoregirls #AYearInTheLife
- Millie (@Amelia_tee1) November 27, 2016
All of us wondering why the musical is wasting screentime that could be spent on Jess #GilmoreGirls #gilmoregirlsayearinthelife #TeamJess http://pic.twitter.com/cwCDXZsFT7
- Kayla_G (@Kayla_G12) November 27, 2016
Why did the musical have to take up so much time? Worst part of the revival. Quality time wasted. #GilmoreGirlsRevival #gilmoregirls
- Katrina (@katcarling) November 26, 2016
The general consensus is that Stars Hollow: The Musical could have been novel, if only it were reduced to two minutes. And if the rest of those eight minutes were dedicated to watching Jess comb his hair. Should Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life return for a second season, let's all hope Taylor hasn't moved on to a dramatic one-man show, à la Kirk.
50+ Unique Kitchen Gifts For Guys (Under $50)
He drinks coffee varietals you've never even heard before. He orders his meat bone-in and skin-on at the butcher. His kitchen is filled to the brim with more gizmos and gadgets than you know what to make sense of. Congrats, the guy in your life is serious, very serious, about food. So what the heck do you give him this holiday season? Allow these gifts to inspire you. P.S. they are all under $50.
Jump ahead:
Gifts under $10
Gifts under $20
Gifts under $30
Gifts over $40
8 Holiday Beauty Vaults That Will Blow Your Freaking Mind
We respect stocking stuffers and appreciate luxe swag, but few holiday gifts are quite as showstopping as a beauty vault. Just opening one of those enormous sets is bound to make a few jaws drop . . . and make the recipient feel like they've won the makeup lottery. Read on to shop a few of our favorites from this year, but act fast - because they're such fantastic presents, they are bound to sell out quickly!
25 Inexpensive Fitness Gifts to Spoil Your Fit Sweetheart With
If you have a fit friend with a special day coming up, we're here to help you score the perfect gift - without breaking the bank. We've rounded up 25 gifts, with selections for the runner, yogi, cyclist, and overall fitness freak. Your wallet will appreciate that all these finds are under $25.
Articles
