Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
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8 Things You Don't Know About Aldi, Straight From an Insider Employee
We reached out to an Aldi spokeswoman, Liz Ruggles, to find out the answers to our burning questions. How is it possible that everything is so cheap?! Turns out, there's a good reason for that and for the mandatory quarter per cart . . . oh, and for the self-bagging, too. Curious about the behind the scenes of one of the most budget-friendly grocery stores in America, one that attracts 32 million customers each month? Read ahead to get the scoop.
There's a reason prices are so low.
"We're obsessed with value, and by taking a simple approach to grocery shopping, we're able to keep our costs down. We don't have hidden expenses because we choose to save shoppers money rather than have nonessential grocery store services like in-store banking, pharmacies, and check cashing. We also skip the fancy shelving and keep our products right in their display boxes, which saves us (and our shoppers) time and money. We are dedicated to reducing our impact on the environment. So we ask our shoppers to bring their own reusable grocery bags or buy a few at checkout to use for all their trips to Aldi. At our stores, shoppers also pack their own groceries to keep our checkout lines moving."
There's a strategy behind the mandatory purchase of a cart for a quarter.
"Shoppers deposit a quarter to use a cart at our stores, and when they return the cart to the corral, they get their quarter back. This saves everyone money because our staff can focus on serving shoppers inside the store instead of collecting the carts from outside of the store. For many people, this becomes an opportunity to pay it forward. Our shoppers will often just pass their cart onto the next shopper, instead of returning it to the corral."
Aldi has in-house test kitchen chefs.
"We have in-house taste testers, aka our Aldi Test Kitchen Chefs. Our chefs hit pause on developing recipes at least twice a year to taste the quality of our products before they hit the shelves - every single Aldi product. They want to make sure our brands are as good, if not better, than the national brands."
You can return any Aldi-exclusive product for a full refund.
"We're so confident in the quality of our products that we offer a double guarantee, which means if for any reason customers don't like an Aldi-exclusive brand product, we'll give them their money back and replace the item."
Aldi donates expired foods.
"Each of our divisions has the option to contribute to local charities, donate product to causes in their areas, and encourage employees to volunteer with local community organizations. In 2015, we also grew our partnership with Feeding America to make it easier for our stores to donate expired or lightly damaged product to food banks in our communities."
The best way to save money is to buy Aldi-exclusive brands.
"Smart shoppers have found that switching from national brands to Aldi-exclusive brands can save them up to 50 percent on their grocery bill. We also have Aldi Finds - these premium food and household products are only in stores for a limited time. Product variety depends on the season, and there's usually a theme for the week's Finds. For example, starting Dec. 7, we have some great gift options."
Fresh produce is among the bestselling products.
"In 2015, our top selling products included staple items such as eggs, milk, and butter, as well as our fresh produce items such as strawberries, bananas, grapes, and oranges. Additionally, with our Never Any! product line, we offer fresh meat that never contains added antibiotics, hormones, or animal byproducts."
There's no MSG, artificial coloring, or hydrogenated oil in Aldi's products.
"Aldi got rid of added MSG, certified synthetic colors, and partially hydrogenated oils from all of our exclusive brand food products. And more than 90 percent of the products on our shelves are under our exclusive brands."
37 Products Your Child Is Going to Want to "Taco" 'Bout
Eating tacos shouldn't be limited to just Tuesdays, and neither should wearing taco-inspired tees or playing with a toy taco truck. If your little one is obsessed with tacos (who isn't?), they're going to want to "taco 'bout" these 37 essential products for taco-lovers.
20 Breathtaking Looks That Will Inspire You to Run Out and Buy White Liner ASAP
Maybe you're a seasoned pro when it comes to crafting a perfectly crisp cat eye, or perhaps you've yet to master the art of liquid liner. But whether you're a newbie or seriously advanced, the latest beauty trend to take over Instagram is bound to inspire you to brush up on your skills.
Women are showing off their feline flick flair in a more eye-catching shade: white. The stark shade pops against all complexions, but looks especially stunning when traced above a classic black cat eye. Pick up your own tube of white liquid eyeliner - NYX Cosmetics White Liquid Liner ($7) is a popular choice among influencers! - then read on to see some of the most exceptional examples on Instagram for inspiration.
When Was the Last Time We Saw Elena Gilbert on The Vampire Diaries?
The Vampire Diaries is bringing back a lot of familiar faces for its series finale, but we're most excited about the return of Elena Gilbert. Since Nina Dobrev famously left the show at the end of season six, A LOT has changed. Over the past two seasons, the group has battled heretics, vampire huntresses, crazy sirens, and now, they've even come face to face with the devil himself. While Elena will certainly have a rude awakening (pun intended) when she comes out of her sleeping curse, we can't help but think about her last appearance on the show. As you gear up for the finale, refresh your memory here.
The last time we saw Elena was in the season six finale, well, technically - but we'll get to that in a minute. After taking the cure and becoming human again, Elena attends Alaric and Jo's wedding as a bridesmaid. Much to her dismay (and everyone else in attendance at the ceremony), Kai shows up to cause chaos for the Gemini coven. As payback for Bonnie leaving him alone in the 1903 Prison World, he decides to link her life with Elena's, where the latter will remain in a sleeping curse until Bonnie dies. Unwilling to let anyone else risk their life for hers (and because Dobrev was leaving the show, of course), Elena says her final goodbyes to her loved ones. And so the sixth season ends with Elena tucked away in the Salvatore crypt where she will stay for the next 60-something years.
Fast-forward to season seven - literally, because there's a three-year time jump - things start to go haywire. Not only does Lily, aka Mama Salvatore, wreck havoc with her annoying heretics, but by the end of the season, there is a new mysterious evil looming in the Armory's occult vault. Even though Damon was warned about not going inside, when he hears Elena's voice, his emotions get the best of him. Of course, that voice is actually an illusion by the siren Sybil, who ends up using Damon and Enzo for her own evil doing throughout season eight.
While Elena is currently under a sleeping curse, she has appeared in multiple episodes this season through flashbacks, but that's just the beginning. As the show prepares for its final episode, she will be back - in the flesh - to say one last goodbye. Not only does the teaser show her reuniting with Stefan, but Julie Plec also revealed that she will come face to face with her true love, Damon. Of course, there is just one downside to her return. She will be attending the funeral of a major character. Even though we're not ready to let go, we can already tell Elena Gilbert's return is going to be epic.
You Will Cry Laughing Watching Melissa McCarthy Pretend She’s on Chopped
Melissa McCarthy stopped by The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to promote her latest comedy, The Boss, and things took a hilarious turn when a Chopped spoof happened. Colbert wanted to know what Melissa and her husband, Ben Falcone, watch at home with their children, and she said, "Chopped . . . I would love to be on it." In order to fit in the alotted time, Colbert said, "we'd have to take everything and smoosh it down," and with that, Smooshed was born.
Colbert gives his best Ted Allen impression when he introduces the basket ingredients - salted crackers, minimarshmallows, and bacon bits - and offers up the pantry ingredients, saying, "Also available is our pantry, which is whatever we could find in the breakroom fridge." With one minute on the clock, Melissa and Ben do their best panic-mode cooking and whip up some . . . interesting dishes. "I'm working on a sweet and savory," Melissa said, and I'll just say there's bologna, peanut butter, and pickles involved. "Mine is a rustic hash. Tuscan-influenced - I played with crunchy, sweet, savory, and meaty," she said. Watch the hilarious video to see the results for yourself; you'll want to gag and cry tears of laughter at the same time.
How Could Jar Jar Binks and Supreme Leader Snoke Be Connected? Mesa Explain
After the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, it seemed the internet at large was buzzing about the two biggest unanswered questions. The first is a classic Star Wars mystery. Much like we didn't know the identity of Luke Skywalker's parents in Star Wars: A New Hope - we didn't find out Darth Vader was his father until the end of The Empire Strikes Back - we similarly wonder about who Rey's parents are ahead of Episode VIII. But there's an even bigger mystery to consider: the newest trilogy of films has introduced a menacing and powerful new villain called Supreme Leader Snoke.
The most perplexing thing about Snoke is that he seems like a new addition to the Star Wars universe, but avid fans of the films know there's nothing like a shocking reveal. This has led to many theories about the villain. Some believe Snoke could be one of "the Last Jedi" mentioned in Episode VIII's official title. Others think a previous character like the presumably dead Mace Windu or the menacing Darth Maul could have gone on to become the big bad. But the most unfortunate addition to the pool has been Jar Jar Binks.
Yes. Jar Jar Binks. The foolish, implicitly racist sidekick in the first trilogy. It all started more than a year ago, when Reddit user Lumparwarroo posted a wild theory about the character that suggested he was a highly skilled Force user and Sith collaborator who had conspired with Emperor Palpatine himself. While this theory concludes that Jar Jar Binks goes on to become Supreme Leader Snoke, a new revelation supports an even crazier hypothesis: that Jar Jar Binks is the Sith master who finds a young boy and molds him into the evil supervillain we meet in The Force Awakens. This would mean that Jar Jar Binks is not Supreme Leader Snoke but is instead even more powerful than him. Are you ready to plunge deeper into the madness?
Beginning in 2015, Star Wars began publishing a new book trilogy called Aftermath. The three books would go over everything that happens between The Return of the Jedi (Episode VI) and The Force Awakens (Episode VII). It's kind like how Rogue One ends up connecting Revenge of the Sith (Episode III) and A New Hope (Episode IV), but I digress. The third installment of the Aftermath trilogy is called Empire's End, and it was just released at the end of February. At the end of this novel, though, we unexpectedly learn the fate of Jar Jar Binks. He's a street clown who performs for little children, banished by the Gungan race.
In this part, a young boy approaches Jar Jar Binks and asks why no one calls him by name and why no one will talk to him. "Mesa Jar Jar," he says, then, "Jar Jar makin some uh-oh mistakens. Big mistakens. Der Gunga bosses banished me longo ago. Mesa no been to home in for-ebbers." Here's the interesting part: the book describes this young boy as a "disfigured orphan" whose "scar tissue runs up from his jaw, over the hole that used to be his ear, and to the scalp." Fans of The Force Awakens will remember how deformed Snoke appears, with a messed-up ear and a deep forehead scar to boot. Jar Jar then offers to "teach" the young boy: "My teachin yousa, pallo. Wesa maken the whole galaxy smilin, huh?"
Of course, it's possible Jar Jar was only ever a fool and is merely taking a young orphan under his wing. For all we know, the fallen character will just teach his young companion how to do simple circus tricks. However, if you believe the Reddit theory that Jar Jar Binks truly is a Force master and Sith collaborator, it casts a whole new light on this scene. Maybe the Gungans banished him because he was a Sith collaborator. Maybe he's lying low until he sees an opportunity to strike again. And maybe this young, deformed orphan boy has a dark power within that will eventually turn him into Supreme Leader Snoke. Could it be? Could Jar Jar return to the franchise in The Last Jedi? The answer is not a resounding no.
Your New Recovery Drink: Iced Golden Milk
There are so many ways to incorporate turmeric into your diet, like delicious yellow curry. But you can also reap the benefits of this spice, like easing muscles soreness after a hard workout, with this tasty iced version of golden milk. And it's so easy to make! Watch this video to learn how to whip up our new favorite recovery drink.
Your New Recovery Drink: Iced Golden Milk
There are so many ways to incorporate turmeric into your diet, like delicious yellow curry. But you can also reap the benefits of this spice, like easing muscles soreness after a hard workout, with this tasty iced version of golden milk. And it's so easy to make! Watch this video to learn how to whip up our new favorite recovery drink.
Alexander McQueen Will Put You Under Its Spell With Fall 2017
Alexander McQueen is a label that ascribes responsibilIty to its wearer. The storied house and its beloved creative director Sarah Burton designs clothes for women with a deep love of fashion, experimentation, and rebellion. Fall 2017 would convey that, even to a novice. You can feel the drama and the craftsmanship in each of the elements: notably here through the exposed lace-ups, the leather and patchwork, and most obviously, in its finale gowns.
7 Irrational Parenting Fears You Should Let Go Of Now!
Parenting is a landmine full of anxiety triggers and no matter how old your kid is, those triggers will always be there, no matter how irrational they may be. We're all slightly terrified that our newborns are going to roll over in their sleep and suffocate themselves, that our grade schoolers will get lost or abducted on the half-block walk from the bus stop to home, that our teens will . . . well, that list is so endless that we're not even going there.
With so many real issues in the world today, it's time we let go of the unnecessary fears we all harbor as the human beings responsible for our precious offspring. Here are seven common parenting concerns you should give up today.
- During pregnancy: I won't bond with my baby. No matter how much you love or hate pregnancy, how disconnected from or close to your own parents you are, and how overwhelmed or excited you are by the prospect of becoming a mother, I guarantee you will eventually bond with your baby. It might not happen immediately, but it will happen, and even before it does, you'll still feel a hardwired urge to care for and protect the tiny creature.
- During pregnancy: I won't be as good of a mother as my own was. This one was big for me because my mom is pretty much a saint and my favorite person on the planet. At 13, I wrote in my diary that she was my best friend. What 13-year-old girl says that about her mother? She's the toughest act to follow, but after becoming a mom myself, I realized I didn't have to. I am a different person, and therefore a different, but equally good, parent.
- Newborn stage: I will never sleep through the night or have time for myself again. There's a reason why so many of us can barely remember our child's newborn stage: It's like a sleep-deprived trauma we've purposely blocked out. But it's also just a stage. Your child will eventually sleep more, your arms won't always be filled with a baby, and you might even miss it. I mean, I don't, but you might.
- Newborn stage: My baby will suffocate, stop breathing, or suffer some other spontaneous death that I could have prevented. Of course, we want to protect our babies and put them in the safest environments possible, but after you do that, you've got to give this one up. Babies, however small and fragile they might look, are actually pretty sturdy, and that doctor-approved sleeping environment you're putting them in isn't a death trap.
- Toddler stage: My child will cause themselves grave injury unless I watch him constantly. Most toddlers seem to lack the self-preservation gene, running into traffic, climbing every possible surface, and putting anything they can in their mouths. So, yes, they need supervision, but they're also fast as hell and destined to have a few scrapes and bruises, so don't beat yourself up about them. They all heal.
- Grade-school stage: My kid will get abducted, lost, or otherwise harmed while I'm away from them. Modern parenting has pretty much abandoned the free-range kid (I mean, my grandma kicked my elementary school-aged mom out of the house at 8 a.m. and rang a bell to call her in for dinner nine hours later, and she had only a vague notion of where she was all that time), but once your kid enters school, there will be times when you won't know where they are. They will survive on the walk from the bus to the classroom, and they'll make it to your neighbor's house two doors down for that play date. Giving them a longer leash not only makes your life easier, it gives them a sense of independence and confidence.
- Eternally: I am irrevocably screwing up my kid. This one is inescapable, but you're probably not, at least not more than any other parent on the planet. But maybe save up for a few therapy sessions anyway.
Everything You Should Know About Wine-Infused Coffee, the Hybrid of Your Dreams
On particularly rough mornings, we're often faced with a tough choice: coffee or wine? And thanks to a new, wine-infused coffee from a Napa Valley company, we can have the best of both worlds without being judged. What exactly is wine-infused coffee? The Molinari Private Reserve makes wine-infused coffee ($20 for a half-pound bag) by letting coffee beans sit in a bath of red wine, absorbing its flavors. The beans are then dried and hand-roasted in small batches and packaged for sale. From there, you brew the coffee as you would any regular blend, and you can drink it black, cold, in a latte, or as espresso, or you can use it as a rub. Yes, it's alcohol free, but the essence of wine still comes through.
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This coffee took two years to develop, and it's the first of its kind. While Molinari is not a winery itself, it uses a house red wine created exclusively for Molinari by local Napa Valley wineries. Adding milk to the wine-infused coffee brings out the wine more, while drinking it black from a French press "emphasizes the blueberry essence," the company claims. We have a feeling the full-bodied, fruity coffee would be perfect with an after-dinner chocolaty dessert, too. You can find the bags of coffee at Molinari Caffe, Robert Mondavi Winery, Franciscan Estate Winery, JCB Wines, and online, but it's currently out of stock. However, Molinari Reserve assures its eager customers that it's stocking up ASAP.
In that case, we'll take another cup, please!
Everlane's 100% Human Collection Is Here to Raise Up Women Everywhere
In honor of International Women's Day, Everlane is doubling down on its 100% Human Collection. The tees and sweatshirts ($22-$50), which drop on March 8, come with petal pink lettering and an updated slogan "HUMAN WOMAN" as a shout out to all of us girls. In addition to the sweet makeover, Everlane will donate $5 for every product sold to Equality Now, an organization dedicated to the civil, political, economic, and social rights of girls and women.
Like the 100% Human Collection's first release, this one aims to send messages of unity and positivity - which are more important now than ever before. And because, saying it isn't enough, you can rest assured that your purchasing power is a way to take action. So buy one for yourself, your mom, your sister, your girlfriends - and anyone else who believes in supporting badass women like you.
What Happens in the Walking Dead Comic Books After Negan's Brutal Entrance
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Negan is an unfortunate plague upon season seven of The Walking Dead. First, we watched him kill two major characters in the season premiere: Glenn and Abe. In more recent episodes, two more people fall victim to his sadistic killing streak. While we're still being gradually introduced to his world, we do know how the rest of Negan's storyline plays out in the comic book series. The Walking Dead TV series has veered from canon before, so we can't assume all of this will really go down on the show, though a lot of it already has.
At this point, you have to know that in the comic books, it's Glenn who Negan mercilessly beats to death with Lucille. So after all that ugliness, Negan and a group of the Saviors head to the Alexandria safe zone to take a bunch of stuff from Rick's people. Carl ends up hiding in the truck with Negan's men on the way back (this happens slightly differently on the show), and when he's found out, Carl uses an assault rifle to kill a bunch of the Saviors. Rather than killing him, Negan takes an interest in Carl. He shows Carl around his compound, the Sanctuary, makes a stop to torment one of his many wives, and forces Carl to remove the bandage from his eye socket. Negan even lets Carl hold Lucille while he burns the face of a man his "wife" slept with.
Days later, Negan goes by Alexandria and is approached by Spencer Monroe when Rick is gone. Spencer tells him that Rick is a bad leader and that he (Spencer) should be in charge. Negan kills him on the spot for his cowardice - RIP Spencer. Negan and Rick butt heads one last time before he leaves Alexandria, and on his way back to his compound, Negan is attacked by Rick and his crew. Negan basically laughs in his face, and Rick realizes that he's surrounded by Negan's army. There's a scuffle, but Negan ends up back at the Sanctuary to prepare for "All Out War." (This is a big deal in the comics, and it's about where we are on the show currently.)
Rick is actually the one who initiates a fight with Negan and his men. He tells Negan to clear the space of women and children, and when Negan refuses, Rick and his men open fire. Rick's army takes out a portion of the walls, allowing zombies to pour in and flood the courtyard. In the heat of battle, Negan catches one of his men about to rape a woman from Rick's side. Negan stabs him and apologizes to the woman. Despite having several wives, Negan does not approve of sexual violence. Part One of the war ends with Negan's men bombing Alexandria with grenades.
The next day, Negan comes up with a plan to cover Lucille and all of his men's weapons in zombie guts. That way, whoever they hit will be instantly infected. They attack Rick's colony, and Rick ends up getting shot with an arrow. Negan and his men temporarily retreat, and when they go to take over Rick's people, Negan is shocked to see that Rick is still alive. Rick manages to convince him that they shouldn't be fighting; they should be pooling their resources to fight the zombies - then he slashes Negan's throat. Don't freak out; Negan doesn't die.
Two years later, Carl goes to the basement in an unknown house and talks to a shadowy figure about a girl who showed him her boobs. (I'm not making this up.) The man asks Carl if he still wants to kill him, and Carl says, "Yes, Negan. You know I do." He's been living in the basement for two years! He and Rick have some loaded discussions about mercy and why Rick is really keeping Negan alive. Negan ends up escaping with a character named Brandon Rose. He's still alive in the comics, but he's missing in action.
And there you have it! That's Negan's storyline as far as we know. Let's see how closely the show sticks to the books.
Bill Paxton's Cause of Death Has Been Revealed
Bill Paxton died at age 61 on Feb. 25 after complications related to surgery, and now his cause of death has been revealed. According to a death certificate obtained by TMZ, the actor died from a stroke that was triggered by valve replacement surgery, which he received on Feb. 14 to correct an aortic aneurysm. Shortly after news of Bill's death broke, his family released the following statement: "It is with heavy hearts we share the news that Bill Paxton has passed away due to complications from surgery. Bill's passion for the arts was felt by all who knew him, and his warmth and tireless energy were undeniable." The actor's long career included memorable roles in Apollo 13, Titanic, Big Love, and more. He is survived by his two children, James and Lydia Paxton, and his wife, Louise Newbury.
Katy Perry Just Rocked the 1 Quirky Beauty Trend We've Been Too Scared to Try
An edgy new hairstyle isn't the only thing Katy Perry debuted on the iHeartRadio Music Awards red carpet. The singer wore a white and gold jumpsuit and added some dazzling tooth jewelry to top it off. Yes, you read that correctly - tooth jewelry.
Not to be confused with the tooth tattoo trend, Katy's molar jewelry looked like a tiny gold Nike swoosh, and it shone bright every time she flashed a smile for the cameras on the red carpet. Situated on the left side of her mouth, this tooth jewelry is like a more personalized, chic version of grills, and we're beyond intrigued by the new trend.
It looks like Katy has had this interesting molar accessory for quite some time, as she shows it in some of her past social media posts. But her latest red carpet saunter - and a funny Instagram post in which she gives her followers a close-up look at her quinoa-ridden smile - has put her quirky tooth accessory in the spotlight. Keep reading to see Katy's gold-adorned smile.
Who Dies in Logan? Here's Your Cheat Sheet
Warning: Spoilers follow!
Not one can accuse Logan of sugar-coating Wolverine's (Hugh Jackman) final chapter. The latest X-Men movie is incredibly violent and doesn't shy away from showing exactly how Wolverine dies - but he's not the only one who doesn't make it out alive. If you don't want to see the movie but you want to know what happens, read on.
- Professor X (Patrick Stewart) is killed. He's not in good shape in Logan, but what ends up taking him out isn't any illness - it's a clone of Wolverine. Transigen has been developing a killing machine known as X-24 using Logan's DNA, only this clone is pure rage. Professor X is just waking up after spending the night at a farm house, enjoying the family's hospitality, when X-24 approaches him and mercilessly murders him. The real Logan gets there just in time to say goodbye to the Professor and assure him that he's not the killer.
- Caliban (Stephen Merchant) commits suicide. If you're not familiar with Caliban, he's the albino mutant who has the power to track other mutants. He's enlisted against his will by Pierce and the villains at Transigen to track down Wolverine and tiny mutant Laura (Dafne Keen). He ends up leading the lab workers directly to his old pal, but in an effort to help Wolverine escape their clutches, Caliban blows himself up with grenades.
- Donald Pierce (Boyd Holbrook) gets annihilated. In the final battle in the woods, the mutant children attack Pierce with all their powers at once. They freeze him and suffocate him with grass, and while he's not shown as a corpse or anything, we can all but assume he's dead.
- Zander Rice (Richard E. Grant) gets shot. Rice is the scientist behind Transigen's inhumane mutant experiments, and he finally gets to meet Logan in the flesh . . . Then Logan shoots him dead.
There you have it. It's brutal, but at least Laura and (most of) the kids get out alive.
Bill Paxton's Cause of Death Has Been Revealed
Bill Paxton died at age 61 on Feb. 25 after complications related to surgery, and now his cause of death has been revealed. According to a death certificate obtained by TMZ, the actor died from a stroke that was triggered by valve replacement surgery, which he received on Feb. 14 to correct an aortic aneurysm. Shortly after news of Bill's death broke, his family released the following statement: "It is with heavy hearts we share the news that Bill Paxton has passed away due to complications from surgery. Bill's passion for the arts was felt by all who knew him, and his warmth and tireless energy were undeniable." The actor's long career included memorable roles in Apollo 13, Titanic, Big Love, and more. He is survived by his two children, James and Lydia Paxton, and his wife, Louise Newbury.
Children with disabilities may face higher risk of abuse
Children with intellectual disabilities are at increased risk of abuse or neglect, a new study suggests.
The Vampire Diaries: Who Is Most Likely to Die in the Finale?
There is ONE episode left of The Vampire Diaries, and we can already tell that the final goodbye is going to be a tough one. Not only are a handful of old cast members returning, but we recently learned that the finale will also feature a major character death. While we definitely know that Elena Gilbert will be one of the attendees at the funeral, the fate of the rest of the characters is still up in the air. Since we love theorizing about the show, we're breaking down the five most likely suspects for that HUGE plot twist. Read at your own risk.
5. Matt
Could Matt's family have even more dark secrets? It's possible that Maxwell hell bell had some lingering magic left in it that could lead to his death. Although, if we're being completely honest here, Matt has managed to stay alive, and human for that matter, for eight seasons, so we don't really think Julie Plec would decide to kill him off now.
4. Caroline
Caroline's death would certainly be the most unexpected. Maybe she decides to take the cure to be human with Stefan and something goes wrong? Although, out of all the characters, Caroline has always been the most content with her vampirism. We can't see her compromising that for a guy, even if it is Stefan Salvatore.
3. Bonnie
Unless Kai breaks his spell, Elena's life is still linked to Bonnie's. And seeing that Nina Dobrev is officially returning for the finale, we can't help but wonder if that means BonBon will meet an untimely demise. Although, the way Plec has talked about how emotional the finale will be, her death seems a bit too on-the-nose.
2. Damon
This death would definitely be a blow to the heart. Not only is the final scene set at the Salvatore house, but Entertainment Weekly did say that Elena would be the last person to say goodbye at the funeral. Perhaps she was having one final moment with her true love? While we can only imagine the water works this scene would cause Delena fans, Plec did confirm that Elena and Damon will come face to face in the finale.
1. Stefan
Ever since Stefan took the cure and become mortal, he has been fixated on making up for his past sins. Could the final key to redemption and making up for turning Damon into a vampire be reuniting him with his true love? Perhaps, instead of Bonnie dying, Stefan finds a way to link his life with Elena's instead. Not only did Paul Wesley admit to tearing up over his final script, but he also revealed that his final scene is with Dobrev. What if the finale teaser is actually Stefan saying his last goodbye?
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Children with intellectual disabilities are at increased risk of abuse or neglect, a new study suggests.
The Most Stunning C-Section Photos Birth Photographers Have Ever Taken
Although some people continue to debate C-sections versus vaginal births, there are talented birth photographers proving that no matter how you have a baby, it's miraculous and should be captured. As one of the co-founders of Birth Becomes Her, Monet Nicole knows that birth photographers love C-sections. For many, these birth stories are some of the most rewarding they ever capture.
C-section moms are some of the bravest and strongest women we know. In the moments leading up to surgery, a C-section mother must hold onto the strong and fierce love she has for her baby. She lets fear wash over her . . . and then she lets it drift away. Although she knows a C-section birth is the best choice for her or her baby, she also knows she'll endure major surgery with real wounds and scars.
Some women have weeks to mentally prepare for a C-section, but many only have hours or minutes. Suddenly, everything she envisioned when meeting her child has changed: the room she'll be in, the position she'll be in, who will be surrounding her. We humans don't tend to do well in situations of sudden change. And yet these brave mothers find a way to let go of their pride and connect with an inner-strength that allows them to enter the operating room and give birth to their child.
In honor of these incredible mamas, check out this collection of stunning C-section birth photos from photographers across the world. "We're here to say to all Cesarean moms: your birth stories are beautiful, powerful, and worth seeing and sharing," Monet wrote on the Birth Becomes Her blog. "#EveryBirthIsBeautiful."
Zosia Mamet Has a Condition That Feels Like" Hot Poker" in Her Vagina
Girls star Zosia Mamet opens up to our friends at YourTango about having pelvic floor dysfunction.
It's called pelvic floor dysfunction - and here's what you need to know.
Our vaginas are complicated machines. And it's still so taboo to talk about them that often times we ignore symptoms that could be serious because we're too afraid to see a doctor.
It's just another part of our body, people! If you had a pain in your arm, you'd ask a professional about it. So, why are we still so intimidated about our happy holes?
That's why I'm genuinely proud of actress Zosia Mamet, of HBO Girls, for speaking publicly about her struggle with pelvic floor dysfunction./
This past week, at the AOL Makers Conference, Mamet opened up about her battle with the painful disorder and shed light on the symptoms. Mamet said she had insane urinary frequency and painful sex that felt like a "hot poker" up her vag.
During the conference, Mamet had this to say:
"It was an incredibly long journey to figure out what was wrong with me... For 6 years, I felt like I had the worst UTI of my life. I did not have a UTI. I never thought I would want a UTI, but I wanted one so badly like a kid wants a puppy for Christmas because every time my test came back negative, it meant I still didn't have an answer to what was causing my insane urinary frequency and unbearable pain."
So, what exactly IS pelvic floor dysfunction and how do we know if we have it? According to Wikipedia: "Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a wide range of issues that occur when muscles of the pelvic floor are weak, tight, or there is an impairment of the sacroiliac joint, lower back, coccyx, or hip joints.
Symptoms include pelvic pain, pressure, dyspareunia, incontinence, incomplete emptying, and gross organ protrusion. Many times, the underlying cause of pelvic pain is difficult to determine.The condition affects up to 50 percent of women."
Umm, OUCH!
Isa Hererra, a physical therapist that specializes in pelvic floor dysfunction, says that the average woman can see several doctors before getting an accurate diagnosis. "It's what I call the 'doctor roadshow.' The symptoms are so wide that it can be confusing for many practitioners," Herrera said.
Treatment can involve taking muscle relaxants and, worst case scenario, surgery. But guess what? It doesn't have to be so scary. Physical therapy, both internally and externally, can be done to help improve the dysfunction by essentially lengthening and loosening the muscles inside your vagina.
It can be difficult if you do get the courage to see a doctor and they don't take you seriously. If you are having these symptoms, it might be best to search for a professional who specializes in the disorder because they'll know what to look for - that's their job.
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Zosia Mamet Has a Condition That Feels Like" Hot Poker" in Her Vagina
Girls star Zosia Mamet opens up to our friends at YourTango about having pelvic floor dysfunction.
It's called pelvic floor dysfunction - and here's what you need to know.
Our vaginas are complicated machines. And it's still so taboo to talk about them that often times we ignore symptoms that could be serious because we're too afraid to see a doctor.
It's just another part of our body, people! If you had a pain in your arm, you'd ask a professional about it. So, why are we still so intimidated about our happy holes?
That's why I'm genuinely proud of actress Zosia Mamet, of HBO Girls, for speaking publicly about her struggle with pelvic floor dysfunction./
This past week, at the AOL Makers Conference, Mamet opened up about her battle with the painful disorder and shed light on the symptoms. Mamet said she had insane urinary frequency and painful sex that felt like a "hot poker" up her vag.
During the conference, Mamet had this to say:
"It was an incredibly long journey to figure out what was wrong with me... For 6 years, I felt like I had the worst UTI of my life. I did not have a UTI. I never thought I would want a UTI, but I wanted one so badly like a kid wants a puppy for Christmas because every time my test came back negative, it meant I still didn't have an answer to what was causing my insane urinary frequency and unbearable pain."
So, what exactly IS pelvic floor dysfunction and how do we know if we have it? According to Wikipedia: "Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a wide range of issues that occur when muscles of the pelvic floor are weak, tight, or there is an impairment of the sacroiliac joint, lower back, coccyx, or hip joints.
Symptoms include pelvic pain, pressure, dyspareunia, incontinence, incomplete emptying, and gross organ protrusion. Many times, the underlying cause of pelvic pain is difficult to determine.The condition affects up to 50 percent of women."
Umm, OUCH!
Isa Hererra, a physical therapist that specializes in pelvic floor dysfunction, says that the average woman can see several doctors before getting an accurate diagnosis. "It's what I call the 'doctor roadshow.' The symptoms are so wide that it can be confusing for many practitioners," Herrera said.
Treatment can involve taking muscle relaxants and, worst case scenario, surgery. But guess what? It doesn't have to be so scary. Physical therapy, both internally and externally, can be done to help improve the dysfunction by essentially lengthening and loosening the muscles inside your vagina.
It can be difficult if you do get the courage to see a doctor and they don't take you seriously. If you are having these symptoms, it might be best to search for a professional who specializes in the disorder because they'll know what to look for - that's their job.
Check out more great stories from YourTango:
25 Nail Art Statements That Will Convince You the Future Most Certainly Is Female
Grab your bubblegum-hued hat, "Future is Female" t-shirt, and some hot pink nail polish to get outfitted for International Women's Day or A Day Without a Woman (depending on what you're celebrating) on March 8. To help you create a fierce feminism-inspired manicure (you'll need it when you fist pump in honor of the ladies!), we rounded up some designs spotted on Instagram. Go minimal with a delicately painted women's symbol on an accent nail or wild with a full-on p*ssy riot decorating your digits. Keep reading to get inspired!
Every Diehard Starbucks Fan Will Want This Latest Exclusive Release
Have you ever wanted the Starbucks flavor you love with all the Instagrammable hipster perks of a trendy, third-wave coffee shop? Well then, the coffee retailer's latest release will catch your attention: Starbucks is now selling its cold-brew coffee in mason jars. Before you go grabbing your wallet and keys, though, there's a catch - the branded mason jars are currently only available in Singapore as part of a special launch for the drink in the Singaporean market.
Don't give up hope, however. Starbucks confirmed to Seventeen that the jars are only available in Singapore for now, but didn't totally rule out the merchandise hitting other markets in the future. Here's to crossing our fingers that we'll be able to snag these adorable cups from local Starbucks locations sometime soon!
Scroll on for pictures of the cute mugs, then check out our favorite Starbucks launches of 2017 (so far).
Bath & Body Works's New Shower Jelly Is About to Blow Your Effing Mind
Have you ever noticed that women who take baths seem to have all the fun? I myself am a shower kind of girl, and while the routine has its purpose, it's not particularly interesting or exciting. (The most oomph I've ever been able to add was a Bluetooth speaker.) Meanwhile, bathing beauties get bubbles, bombs, salts, and a myriad of other products that make every soak a soirée.
I'd basically resigned myself to festivity-free showers, until I was introduced to Bath & Body Works's newest product, its Bath & Shower Jelly. The formula is a brand-new one for the company and is part of its just-launched CocoShea collection. It's infused with honey and shea butter - which also gives the jelly its scent! - to condition and smooth dry skin.
While I'm always happy to add nourishing products to my cleansing lineup, the reason this innovative item made the cut is because it is freaking awesome to play with. Inside the honey-jar-like pot is a completely clear potion. Touch it and you'll be astounded by how squishy and bouncy it is, yet it doesn't leave much residue on your fingertips. Even more fascinating, you can aggressively smush and disrupt the jar's contents . . . only to have the formula slowly return to a flawless pot of gel. It'll look as if you never even touched it.
As for the cleansing aspect of the jelly, it's quite effective. It offers some serious suds, is nondrying, and leaves skin with a warm shea butter scent. More fragrances will be launching this July as part of Bath & Body Works's Poolside Pop collection, including Grapefruit Splash (a blend of grapefruit, mandarin, pear, and basil) and Pineapple Punch (which also features notes of maraschino cherry and coconut).
Keep reading to see the jelly in action, then head to your local Bath & Body Works store - or online! - to try out the CocoShea Honey Bath & Shower Jelly ($17) yourself.
These Love Actually Sequel Photos Reveal 3 Major Reunions!
Christmas came really early last month when news broke that a mini Love Actually reunion is happening. The classic holiday movie, which has spawned a loyal and dedicated fan base (and some haters) since its 2003 release, is getting a 10-minute-long short film in honor of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day telethon. The short will check in with the film's beloved characters 14 years after the events of the first movie.
In February, a few of the film's original cast members, Liam Neeson (Daniel), Thomas Brodie-Sangster (Sam), and Olivia Olson (Joanna), were spotting filming a few scenes in London. If you need a small refresher, Neeson played a man who recently lost his wife and was suddenly the sole caretaker of her young son, Sam. While he initially thought Sam's withdrawn behavior was due to his mother's death, it was actually mostly because he was hopelessly in love with his American classmate Joanna. The new set photos hint at a ton of possible things: Did Sam and Joanna end up together? Are Sam and Daniel still as close as ever?
Then in early March, the director of Red Nose Day, Emma Freud, shared photos of another amazing reunion on Twitter. In the photos, Prime Minister David (Hugh Grant) is shown to still be with Natalie (Martine McCutcheon). Emma also revealed in one tweet that the two are actually married! See all the reunion pics below before the special airs on NBC on May 25.
Anna Faris Is Starring in a Gender-Flipped Overboard Remake, and We Have Feelings
If you count 1987's Overboard among your favorite films, you may not be happy about this news: a remake is on the way. Anna Faris is starring . . . in Kurt Russell's original role. That's right, the new movie is flipping the genders of the main characters, and "will see spoiled playboy from one of Mexico's wealthiest families (Eugenio Derbez) who falls overboard off his yacht, and is convinced by a single, working-class mom (Faris) that he is her husband." Derbez is one of Latin America's biggest movie stars, and you may recognize him from the 2013 comedy Instructions Not Included. He's also starring in the upcoming films How to Be a Latin Lover and The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, so you'll definitely have more chances to see him before he turns up in Overboard.
As a lifelong fan of the Goldie Hawn original, I don't feel great about this news. Why bother updating what is already a fantastic movie? There are so many great moments! I have a hard time imagining that a new take on the story can top Hawn proclaiming, "That Elk Snout mountain man is still working on my closet. Sweating all over the place."
Chrissy Teigen Opens Up About Postpartum Depression and the Delay of Her Next Cookbook
While Chrissy Teigen's biggest food fans are patiently awaiting the arrival of the Cravings author's second cookbook, the model has opened up about why the book has been postponed. In an essay about postpartum depression in Glamour, Chrissy opens up about her struggle to come to terms with the physical and emotional pain she was experiencing. John and Chrissy's adorable baby Luna was born in April 2016, and Chrissy was diagnosed with postpartum depression and anxiety around the time of the holidays months later. That's about the time that she started developing her second cookbook, too.
"I didn't have an appetite. I would go two days without a bite of food, and you know how big of a deal food is for me," Chrissy writes. In addition to sharing her personal experiences with unhappiness and figuring it all out, Chrissy mentions how her depression affected the process of writing her new cookbook and shares that she had to postpone it.
"I had to postpone my second cookbook, but my editor, Francis Lam, and publisher couldn't have been more understanding. To go from discussing layouts and recipes and shoot days to a complete 'off' switch was, I'm sure, not a great thing to hear. But, again, I cannot overstate how lucky I am to work with these people."
Chrissy admits the recipe-developing experience was a lot different the first time around, saying, "With the first, I was in the kitchen the whole time. I stirred every pot, tasted everything. Had genuine excitement for Every. Single. Recipe. This one came at the height of my losing my appetite, and the idea of having to test and taste recipes actually made me vomit. I was still on the couch a lot."
While we know Chrissy Teigen's second cookbook will undoubtedly be as amazing as the first based on sneak peeks she has shared, it's important that Chrissy does it on her own time and takes care of her own health first. You can read the full essay in Glamour's latest issue, on newsstands March 14.
10 Reasons You Should Start Shipping Jughead and Betty on Riverdale
We are quickly growing more and more obsessed with The CW's Riverdale. We love the music and juicy drama, but we can't get enough of all the romances. While we originally liked Betty (Lili Reinhart) with heartthrob Archie (KJ Apa), we're slowly starting to realize that Jughead (Cole Sprouse) is a far better match. Even though he was confirmed to be asexual in the comic books, we can't help but swoon over Sprouse and Reinhart's amazing onscreen chemistry - and we're not the only ones shipping these two either! The internet has already come up with a couple name: Bughead.
Satisfy Your Oreo Addiction With 40 Make-at-Home Treats
This college study reveals something we probably could've copped to all along: Oreos may be just as addictive as cocaine. Now that we've confirmed the uphill battle we face against these creamy sandwich cookies is definitely real, we're just going to give in and buy a package (or three). If you, too, have an Oreo obsession, we suggest taking it to the next level with these creative spins on the cookie.
Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Were the Belles of the Ball at the Beauty and the Beast Premiere
You might assume that the glamorous red carpet premiere of the new Beauty and the Beast movie was all about leading lady Emma Watson, or even the Harry Potter actors who showed up to support her, but you'd be wrong; the real stars of the event were unstoppable mother-daughter duo Beyoncé and Blue Ivy. Queen B documented their night out on her website, which includes shots of the adorable pair goofing off in front of the camera in matching shades of green and their preferred movie snacks (if the stock for Red Vines and Sour Patch Kids suddenly skyrockets, now you know why). Beyoncé, who's expecting twins with husband Jay Z, also posted a few sweet photos of her showing off her growing baby bump. Although there's no word yet on what they thought of the movie, it's safe to say Blue enjoyed it way more than the NBA All-Star Game.
Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Were the Belles of the Ball at the Beauty and the Beast Premiere
You might assume that the glamorous red carpet premiere of the new Beauty and the Beast movie was all about leading lady Emma Watson, or even the Harry Potter actors who showed up to support her, but you'd be wrong; the real stars of the event were unstoppable mother-daughter duo Beyoncé and Blue Ivy. Queen B documented their night out on her website, which includes shots of the adorable pair goofing off in front of the camera in matching shades of green and their preferred movie snacks (if the stock for Red Vines and Sour Patch Kids suddenly skyrockets, now you know why). Beyoncé, who's expecting twins with husband Jay Z, also posted a few sweet photos of her showing off her growing baby bump. Although there's no word yet on what they thought of the movie, it's safe to say Blue enjoyed it way more than the NBA All-Star Game.
1 Mom Just Spilled the Secrets to Convincing Your Social Followers You Have the "Perfect Life"
We all know that mom - the one with perfectly coiffed hair no matter how early the drop-off time is, the one with the perfect homemade dessert at the school bake sale, and yup, the one with the undeniably sexy partner. She's got it all together, right? Well, one hilarious mom just revealed all the secrets to *appearing* like you have your sh*t together on social media, and it's pretty genius. Mommy blogger Kristina Kuzmic is sharing some of her hacks to convince all your followers that your life is clean, glamorous, and by no means chaotic.
From getting that perfect photo with a glass of wine at the end of a long day to taking a photo of your daughter whose hair is beautifully blown out and everything in between, Kristina has you covered, no matter how obnoxiously messy your kitchen is. So instead of wondering how that mom has it all together and maybe even attempting to re-create that seemingly perfect social media life yourselves, Kristina ends her video with another idea.
"How about we just save ourselves a whole lot of hassle and post whatever we want to post without trying to impress anyone?" she suggests. "We can post our great days and our beautiful cakes and our clean kitchens if we want to, but we can also post the chaos. Because you know what's impressive to most people? The truth."
9 Characters Who Are Coming Back For The Vampire Diaries Finale
The final season of The Vampire Diaries has been full of fun throwbacks, and it seems like the finale will be just as nostalgic. Not only will Nina Dobrev be back, but there are quite a few other familiar faces returning as well. Even though we're not entirely sure how Elena will break out of her sleeping curse, Julie Plec has confirmed a handful of details about how the series will come to a close - including the death of a major character. Perhaps, that's the reason for some of these big reunions? As you count down the days until the finale, familiarize yourself with the returning cast here.
What rubella vaccine can teach us about fighting Zika virus
Against the backdrop of the hunt for a vaccine to fight the Zika virus, journalist and doctor Meredith Wadman examines the science and politics behind the creation of the rubella vaccine.
What rubella vaccine can teach us about fighting Zika virus
Against the backdrop of the hunt for a vaccine to fight the Zika virus, journalist and doctor Meredith Wadman examines the science and politics behind the creation of the rubella vaccine.
You'll Forget All About Galaxy Nails When You See Geode Nails
You only have to say the words "crystals" and "embellishment" and we're on board! We've been obsessed with geode lips, and now geode nails are here to take your love of crystals to the next level. The talented nail artists of Instagram have put their own spin on the nail designs, using different techniques, including watermarbling with no water, and even using a hand nail drill to reveal the crystal underneath (it is seriously magical to watch).
The best part of this manicure is that it doesn't have to be perfect, so get your nail polish shades of choice, start dripping color on, and grab the glitter! Gold foil can also be added for extra geode goodness. Scroll through for lots more geode inspiration.
The 14 Best Exercises For Leg Day
You don't have to lift super heavy weights in order to get strong, toned legs. These essential moves are simple and effective, and most don't require any equipment. Be sure to include a few of these in your leg-day routine.
We Dare You to Find Something Wrong With Joan Smalls's Street Style - It's Impossible
Joan Smalls doesn't believe in crazy, elaborate model-off-duty style - she's a jeans and t-shirt kind of gal, just like you. Every time we see photos of the Puerto Rican stunner, who has walked the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show for the past six years, outside of the most exclusive fashion shows in New York City, Milan, and Paris, it's not in crazy expensive and unwalkable heels or dresses worthy of a red carpet.
Sure, the model's closet has plenty of sexy Balmain pieces and skin-showing looks, but Joan always chooses comfy pieces (ripped jeans, combat boots, sweatshirts, sneakers) that you too own and love to wear when not at work. Straight ahead, you'll find some of Joan's most real looks that'll serve plenty of inspiration for your outfit this weekend.
The 14 Best Exercises For Leg Day
You don't have to lift super heavy weights in order to get strong, toned legs. These essential moves are simple and effective, and most don't require any equipment. Be sure to include a few of these in your leg-day routine.
5 Comfy Pairs of Pants to Keep on Hand At All Times
There's nothing more uncomfortable than feeling the waistband of your jeans dig into your skin. When it's finally time to take a break from our denim (sorry!), we turn to the pants in our closets that offer a little more give. Whether that choice is a cool pair of Vetements track pants or leather leggings, thanks to the undying wave of athleisure, comfy bottoms come in all styles, colors, and fabrics. For a more sophisticated option, a pair of silk trousers can be a good substitute for our most beloved jeans. Ahead, we rounded up five styles of comfy pants all women should own.
Ellie Bamber Is the Face of Chanel You're Not Familiar With Yet
You might not have spotted Ellie Bamber on the runway at Chanel's 2016 Métiers d'Art show. But if you saw Nocturnal Animals, Tom Ford's Oscar-nominated film, you couldn't miss her. The 19-year-old British actress traveled from red carpet to red carpet with cast members Isla Fisher and Julianne Moore, selecting the most eye-catching gowns of the bunch. In other words, she had everyone thinking, "who's that girl with the electric red hair?"
Allow us to introduce you to Ellie, who manages to walk the line between playful and sophisticated with every outfit she wears. It's quite the look to pull off when your closet is filled with Tom Ford, Giles Deacon, Gucci, and of course, Chanel. Scroll to read up on Ellie before she makes it big and scores her next starring role.
Ed Sheeran's "Galway Girl" Is Your New St. Patrick's Day Theme Song
Ed Sheeran has been dominating the charts, the radio, and award shows with his hit single, "Shape of You," but when his full Divide album was released on March 3, a few other songs quickly made their way onto our playlists. One of them, "Galway Girl," has caused a wave of attention due to the fact that St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner and the girl the song was reportedly inspired by has already been identified. The song, which seems to incorporate a bit of the background music from the original by Steve Earle, is about a night Ed spent drinking on Dublin's famous Grafton Street, where he met a girl in an Irish band and they ended up hitting it off.
The woman behind the lyrics is reportedly Niamh Dunne from the band Beoga, whom Ed teamed up with for the song. A few things don't add up, however, as Niamh is from Limerick and not Galway, and she just got married in January. "I'm so happy with 'Galway Girl', Ed Sheeran knows how to write a great pop song and it's so catchy," she told Ireland's RTÉ. "As for being the inspiration I dunno if you could go that far really, Christ almighty and I am a Limerick woman! My sister said she knew straight away it couldn't be about me when later in the song she beats him at darts and pool." Either way, the song is so much fun and will be all over the bars come March 17.
These Are the "Quirkiest" Baby Names in Each State
Although I've had plenty of personal battles with having the name "Alessia," no one's ever called my name "quirky." Unique and unusual, yes; but quirky, no. However, according to a recent deep dive by Nameberry into the rare names that are over-represented in each US state, my name is Connecticut's own "quirkiest" girls' name.
The report, which lists the most popular rare names in each of the 50 states (as well as in Washington, D.C.), was compiled by taking a look at every first name given to at least 100 babies in 2015 and the percentage of babies with that name born in every state.
Some of the findings were understandable, while others were unusual, to say the least. Scroll through to see which girls' and boys' names are the "quirkiest" in your state.
| State | Boy Name |
Girl Name |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Dewayne | Lynlee |
| Alaska | Torin | Ophelia |
| Arizona | Hiram | Arleth |
| Arkansas | Payton | Kynslee |
| California | Arman | Jaylene |
| Colorado | Amias | Aspen |
| Connecticut | Andreas | Alessia |
| Delaware | Makai | Devyn |
| DIstrict of Columbia | Zyaire | Egypt |
| Florida | Jahmir | Martina |
| Georgia | Jarvis | Ansley |
| Hawaii | Keanu | Kalea |
| Idaho | Krew | Oakley |
| Illinois | Umar | Jaylani |
| Indiana | Ross | Lucinda |
| Iowa | Brecken | Kinzlee |
| Kansas | Brogan | Camdyn |
| Kentucky | Leeland | Kenleigh |
| Louisiana | Tylan | Jolie |
| Maine | Eliot | Quincy |
| Maryland | Chaz | Rhyan |
| Massachusetts | Javian | Maeve |
| Michigan | Hussein | Yasmeen |
| Minnesota | Abdirahman | Sumaya |
| Mississippi | Jakobe | Deasia |
| Missouri | Kelly | Braylynn |
| Montana | Bridger | Oakleigh |
| Nebraska | Coy | Juana |
| Nevada | Kenji | Laylani |
| New Hampshire | Davin | Penny |
| New Jersey | Yaakov | Nechama |
| New Mexico | Estevan | Santana |
| New York | Shimon | Faigy |
| North Carolina | Juelz | Ivey |
| North Dakota | Teagan | Aspyn |
| Ohio | Jaron | Bexley |
| Oklahoma | Hagen | Gentry |
| Oregon | Cedar | Zinnia |
| Pennsylvania | Yasir | Maura |
| Rhode Island | Domenic | Amalia |
| South Carolina | Banks | Hollis |
| South Dakota | Sutton | Haddie |
| Tennessee | Courtney | Briley |
| Texas | Mauro | Renata |
| Utah | Brigham | Oaklee |
| Vermont | Wilder | Wren |
| Virginia | Aubrey | Iman |
| Washington | Ransom | Roslyn |
| West Virginia | Bryer | Cambrie |
| Wisconsin | Jordy | Etta |
| Wyoming | Trace | Taya |
Salma Hayek's Balenciaga Dress Screams: "Spring, I'm Ready!"
You can always count on Mexican actress Salma Hayek to wear amazing fashion looks way ahead of their moment - it might have something to do with the fact that her husband François-Henri Pinault owns some of the most stylish fashion brands, including Gucci, Alexander McQueen, and Balenciaga. But this time, at Paris Fashion Week, Salma showed off a piece you might already have in your closet: a white floral dress that's just perfect for Spring.
Sure, the three-quarter-sleeved, high-necked piece Salma is wearing is part of Balenciaga's collection (similar styles will cost you $5,000), but what matters here is that her look is easy to steal. Scroll ahead for more photos of Salma sitting front row at the show and to find a few links to get your own affordable floral white dress.
18 of the Sexiest Shows on TV Right Now
You don't have to turn on Netflix to catch some supersexy programming - the small screen has been churning out TV shows that are just as sexy as anything that's in movies. If you're looking to add something a little steamy, maybe a little NSFW, to your DVR, then we have a directory of all the current shows that are redefining sexy. Warning: do not watch any of these on a plane or with your parents.
- Additional reporting by Becky Kirsch
Barack and Michelle Obama Look Damn Good in DC Despite Trump's Latest Ridiculous Claim
What's the first thing you should do after you've been forced to deny a wild, unsubstantiated wiretapping claim from a reality star who's hard at work driving your beloved country into the ground? Go for a leisurely stroll through Washington DC and look damn good while doing it. At least, that's what Barack and Michelle Obama did on Sunday once they'd brushed off accusations that Barack tapped the phones at Trump Tower while the 55-year-old former president was still in office. The allegations, of course, have absolutely zero evidence to back them up, which is likely why the couple looked low-key and carefree as they waved and smiled on their way out of the National Gallery of Art. Either that, or they're still full of that fresh-from-vacation glow.
The next time another claim like this comes down the pipeline - which it surely will, since it was announced that Barack's return to politics could be much sooner than we think - may we suggest he take a page out of Regina George's playbook and respond with, "Why are you so obsessed with me?" Something tells us it might get under the current president's skin . . .
Beatrice Borromeo Casiraghi Is the 1 Stylish Royal You Need on Your Radar
Beatrice Borromeo, 31, is the type of woman who looks like she belongs in the front row at Fashion Week. Her sophisticated yet inventive outfits rival those of the biggest street style stars. While she has frequented quite a few runway shows, Beatrice is better known for her royal duties and ties to the Casiraghis of Monaco.
Pierre, Princess Caroline of Hanover's son, is her husband, the couple having tied the knot in 2015 on Isola Bella, an island the Borromeo family owns. Beatrice wore a stunning Giorgio Armani Privé dress for the occasion, complete with silk tulle, diamond brooches, and a train of epic length. But that's not the only gown Beatrice has pulled off in her time.
She's graced the red carpet at Cannes and attended the annual Rose Ball, and her daywear, accessories, and fascinators are unique enough to write home about. The stunning human rights activist and journalist, who is also a contributor to publications such as The Daily Beast and Newsweek, recently welcomed her first child, and that gives us every reason to celebrate some of her best looks of all time. Scroll for a full rundown.
Beauty and the Beast: Every Song We Have From the Extraordinary Soundtrack
It's a tale as old as time: Disney puts out a new musical and the hot duo of the time gets the honor of singing the highlight song of the soundtrack. Back in 1991, Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson had the honor of singing the title track from the animated hit Beauty and the Beast, and now, 26 years later, Ariana Grande and John Legend are the voices tasked with the song for this year's live-action film starring Emma Watson. But don't fret, Dion will still play a large part in the upcoming production: she will be singing an original song for the soundtrack, "How Does a Moment Last Forever," written by Alan Menken (the Disney mastermind behind the original movie) and Tim Rice. While we wait for that song to be available, take a look at what we already have and stay tuned for more fun news about the movie's soundtrack!
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