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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Twitter Has Discovered the Secret to a Perfect Rom-Com: Being So Bad, It's Good
There's a reason romantic comedies are such a popular guilty pleasure: many of them are so bad, they're good. And that's the point! When you sit down to watch a rom-com, you typically aren't looking for something too meaty or a film that requires much deep analysis . . . you want silly, absurd romance with bad puns and barely believable plot lines. It's the type of movie that is easy to love - character A falls in love with character B, but something (a miscommunication, strict parents, or a crazy ex-flame!) stands in the way. Hijinks ensue, but eventually A and B live happily ever after. Ta-da! Easy peasy, with the perfect dose of corny.
Author and Twitter personality Dana Schwartz nailed this distinction of "bad-good" romantic comedies, asking followers to name their favorites. Among her personal picks: Leap Year, The Decoy Bride, and Made of Honor. Twitter rose to the challenge of naming Hollywood's best (worst) rom-coms, and you'll feel nostalgic reading through all of the movie memories. What's your favorite?
Suits Star Patrick Adams Explains How Meghan Markle Convinced Him to Leave the Show
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After seven years of cases, BAR exams, and a whole lot of legal jargon, Patrick Adams is stepping down from his role as Michael Ross in the hit USA Today show, Suits . Fortunately for both Adams and his character, he doesn't have to navigate the exit alone - his longtime costar and onscreen fiancée Meghan Markle, who portrays lawyer Rachel Zane on the legal drama, is also leaving the show.
The news was first announced back in November shortly before Markle and her real-life fiancé Prince Harry got engaged. Suits fans have had a few months to adjust to the news, and while it's clear Michael and Rachel's exit from the show will be a sad one, their final moments will also be full of plenty of joy. In fact, we confirmed just that when we recently sat down with Adams at the new flavor launch for This Bar Saves Lives to discuss the special season seven finale.
According to the 36-year-old actor, Markle's departure from the show actually played a huge role in his own decision to leave. The series will wrap up Rachel and Michael's storyline with a fairy tale wedding that's expected to be a huge part of the finale episode, something he couldn't be happier with.
"Just feeling like rather than tear them apart and then having to come up with some reason for why Mike suddenly lost Rachel, I was like I think it's time for them to go off into the sunset together," Adams said. "I think those characters deserve that goodbye." While Adams couldn't give us too many more details about his character's special day, he did tell us the wedding was shot in a hotel and that it is "a little smaller than her real wedding, I'd imagine." You can say that again.
Adams, who attended the This Bar Saves Lives event with brand co-founder Kristen Bell and real-life wife Troian Bellisario, also told us that with the end of his time on Suits drawing near, he's started to reflect on his favorite scene ever with Markle: when Michael first meets Rachel at Pearson Specter in the show's very first episode.
"For Meghan and I, it was a huge deal," Adams said. "It was our first real pilot. We both felt so lucky to be there and [we were] so excited about the opportunity. Shooting that scene walking through the building, her introducing me to everything, that will always have a place in my heart."
While Markle's happily ever after off-screen will include tiaras and a lifetime of public interest, Adams imagines Michael and Rachel's married life will be a little more low-key. Still, he says he can see them running their own law firm 10 years from now, with a beautiful family of their own. Sounds like a pretty perfect ending for one of TV's sweetest couples.
Kate Hudson's 2 Adorable Boys Totally Inherited Her Famous Smile
Kate Hudson has one seriously adorable family. While the actress has shared a number of sweet moments with her mom Goldie Hawn and her "Pa" Kurt Russell, she also has two kids of her own. In January 2004, Kate welcomed her first child, a son named Ryder Russell Robinson, with her then-husband Chris Robinson.
After divorcing The Black Crowes singer in October 2007, Kate fell for another musician, Muse frontman Matt Bellamy. They became engaged in April 2011, and eventually welcomed a son, Bingham Hawn Bellamy, that July. Although the couple ended their engagement in December 2014, Kate eventually found love again with boyfriend Danny Fujikawa.
While they first met when Kate was pregnant with Ryder, they didn't start dating until December 2016. After being family friends for quite some time, a spark eventually lit when their casual hike together turned into an "unexpected first date." Fast-forward to present day, and the couple is expecting their first child together: a baby girl! As Kate gets ready to expand her family, look back at some of her sweetest mom moments with her two boys ahead.
Who Is Danny Fujikawa? Here's What You Need to Know About Kate Hudson's Boyfriend
Kate Hudson announced some very exciting news on Friday: she's pregnant! While this will be her third child - she is already mom to 14-year-old Ryder and 6-year-old Bingham from previous relationships - this will be her first girl. What's even more exciting is that this will also be her first child with boyfriend Danny Fujikawa. So, just who exactly is the lucky father-to-be? He's actually in the entertainment business, too!
After studying at New York University, Danny sang and played guitar in a band called Chief with his brother, Michael. While he's no longer with the LA-based group anymore, the musician has certainly been keeping busy. In 2013, he started Lightwave Records alongside The Delta Mirror front man, Chris Acosta. He even released his first solo record, Cellophane Castles, under the record label.
As for his personal life, it turns out that Danny and Kate have been family friends for a while now. While the pair has only been dating for over a year, they actually met almost 15 years ago. "The first time I met Danny I was 23 and enormously pregnant with Ryder," Kate detailed in an Instagram post for their one-year anniversary. "His step sisters are my best friends @sarafoster @erinfoster and so it goes we have been in the same circle for over a decade!" After going hiking together, Kate added that their friendly outing quickly turned into an "unexpected first date." From there, the rest is history!
Cardi B Name-Dropped Chrissy Teigen on a New Song, and of Course Her Response Involves Food
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Cardi B released her debut album, Invasion of Privacy, on Friday after months of hype from her Billboard Hot 100 number one single, "Bodak Yellow." In addition to giving several shout-outs to Beyoncé, the 25-year-old rapper also directly name-dropped two other notable female figures: Chrissy Teigen and Rihanna. Fans were quick to take note of the following raunchy lyric featured on track number 11, titled "She Bad":
"I need Chrissy Teigen / Know a bad b*tch when I see one (Yeah, woo) / Tell RiRi I need a threesome."
When Chrissy, who was enjoying a night of Red Lobster biscuits, caught wind of the verse, she immediately took to Twitter and responded in the only way she knew how. The former Sports Illustrated model, who is expecting her second child with John Legend, revealed her hilarious reaction to being invited to a threesome with Cardi and Rihanna:
Gasp!! *drops biscuits* https://t.co/COfLAuTs7H
- christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) April 6, 2018
The proud mom of 1-year-old Luna followed up with another photo of her meal, which included crab bisque, making a connection between herself and Cardi being the biscuits and bisque concoction that equal "bisquits"!
Cheddar biscuits and crab bisque. Bisquits! Bad bitches make bisque!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/QtUyBxDbkC
- christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) April 6, 2018
No word yet on if this means Chrissy will take Cardi up on her offer or not, but while we wait for an official answer, let's hope Rihanna's response is just as clever. Your move, RiRi.
Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish Go Head to Head in the Hilarious Night School Trailer
Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish are two of the most popular comedians in Hollywood right now, so the fact they're costarring in Night School together kind of has us worried - we're not entirely sure we'll be able to handle it. Will our jaws eventually fall off from laughing so hard? Are we going to have a six-pack by the end of the movie from all the wheezing we're likely going to be doing? If the trailer is any indication, the answer to both of those questions is an emphatic yes. The comedy doesn't hit theaters until Sept. 28, but for now we've gotten a quick, hilarious look at what's to come.
Night School follows Hart as a wildly successful salesman who eventually runs into trouble when an explosion at work leaves him out of a job. Unfortunately his prospects look slim since he dropped out of high school, so he decides to take night classes at the local high school - taught by Haddish's tough-as-nails instructor Kerry - along with a few other troublemakers in order to get his GED and then a better career. Watch the trailer above!
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet Are Back on the Red Carpet For a Bay Area Date Night
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet made their first joint appearance of the year when they stepped out for Cartier's watch launch party in San Francisco on Thursday night. The couple stunned, as per usual, and held hands while posing for pictures. Jason also shared a photo of him and Lisa with pal Jeremy Renner at the event on Instagram, writing, "Me and wifey partying in San Francisco great music old friends new friends free drinks BOOM mahalo @cartier for inviting us we had a ball."
The last time we saw Jason and Lisa together on the red carpet was back in November 2017 at the LA premiere of Justice League. However, we did see Lisa just last month at Vanity Fair's Oscars party with her 29-year-old daughter, Zoë Kravitz.
Rihanna and Her Niece Literally Had a Ball at Her Fenty Beauty Event in Milan
Rihanna turned the Sephora Loves Fenty Beauty event into a family affair in Milan on Thursday. After stressing us out with a show-stopping black leather Versace outfit on the red carpet, the 30-year-old "Wild Thoughts" singer made up for it by melting our hearts when she hung out with her 3-year-old niece and goddaughter, Majesty, inside of the event's pink-walled ball pit.
The self-proclaimed bad gal made sure to make time for her "lil oxtail," a nickname she gave the toddler, who is the daughter of her cousin Noella Alstrom. Although she's technically not Rih's biological niece, the makeup mogul still enjoyed the festive glitter and cream-colored balls with her goddaughter all the same. Read on to see more photos of their joyous time at the event.
Meghan Trainor's Empowering New Video Will Immediately Make You Want to Bust a Move
Meghan Trainor recently dropped a new video for her single, "No Excuses," and it'll immediately make you want to get up and dance. Not only is the song catchy as hell, but the high-energy video features a group of young dance influencers from around the world who were each "hand selected" by Trainor and creative director Charm LaDonna to "help spread this message of respect with the younger generation all over the world." If you didn't have a reason to dance before reading this, then you definitely do now. Press play above, but be warned: you'll spend the rest of the day trying to learn all the choreography, guaranteed.
How the Cast of Harry and Meghan's Lifetime Movie Compares to the Real-Life Royals
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's real-life love story is being turned into a TV movie! After Lifetime announced its plans for Harry & Meghan: The Royal Love Story in January, the network has been busy selecting the cast. Aside from revealing who will be playing the title couple, we now know who will be playing the rest of the British royal family. See how the actors compare to their real-life counterparts ahead.
Black Panther Is SO CLOSE to Crushing Titanic's 21-Year-Old Box Office Record
The Black Panther train is showing no signs of slowing down. The Marvel Cinematic Universe's latest superhero story ripped through the box office following its Feb. 16 debut, bringing in hundreds of millions and even earning Oscar buzz. Naturally the film has also been demolishing box office records previously held by pop culture juggernauts like The Dark Knight and Marvel's The Avengers. Now, Black Panther is gunning for Titanic.
As of Thursday the Ryan Coogler-directed MCU film has pulled in a grand total of $654.2 million at the domestic box office, which officially put it ahead of the $652.3 million Jurassic World earned in 2015 and made it the number four highest-earning movie ever in the US. But it's not stopping there. As early as Friday or Saturday, Black Panther could surpass 1997's Titanic to become the newest film in the number three spot, and it only needs a little over $5 million to get there.
James Cameron's 11-time Oscar-winner has been a box office force to be reckoned with for years with its $659 million record. If Black Panther does manage to overtake it - which we're betting it will by next week, at the latest - the number one and two spots will be quite a bit harder to clinch. Cameron's sci-fi adventure film Avatar comes in second at $760.5 million, while 2015's Star Wars: The Force Awakens reigns supreme at number one with $936.6 million.
But hey - if you've learned anything over the last few months, hopefully it's that anyone who underestimates the power of T'Challa is making a huge mistake. A Titanic-size mistake, if you want to get specific.
Love Story: Kate Hudson's History of Confirmed and Rumored Romances
Kate Hudson has been in the spotlight all her life, and with that comes a lot of buzz around who she's dating. While the actress tries to stay mum about her love life, that doesn't stop the rumor mill from turning every time she's spotted out with someone new. Over the years, she has dated quite a few notable celebrities, proving that she knows how to keep things light and fun. Now that she is expecting a baby girl with boyfriend Danny Fujikawa, take a look back at some of her former flames.
The Hands-Down Sexiest Shows on TV in 2018
If you're looking to lose yourself in a TV show that generates some serious heat, then you've come to the right place. Sexy might just be the watchword for the 2018 television season, because everyone from Netflix to PBS is serving up smoldering goodness. Whether you're looking for some NSFW hookups set against a sci-fi backdrop or a bit of good, old-fashioned (consensual) bodice-ripping, TV has you covered this year. From swoon-worthy romantic moments to passionate sex scenes you won't be able to believe made it to the small screen, these are the sexiest shows of 2018.
Star Wars: The Whole Situation With Rey's Parents Just Got a LOT More Interesting
Ever since the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 2015, one big question has loomed over the new trilogy: who are Rey's parents? Theories swirled in the months and months between The Force Awakens and 2017's The Last Jedi. Are they from the dark side? Is she a Palpatine? Everything built up to a wild (and ultimately a bit disappointing) reveal in The Last Jedi: Rey's parents are nobodies from nowhere, according to Kylo Ren. They never mattered at all.
It's certainly a shocking twist. All hints up until then indicated that Rey has a significant past of some kind. In the time since the film's release, though, fans have grown a bit incredulous. What if Kylo Ren is lying? Or what if he's simply wrong? Well, a new source of information has surfaced, and we're starting to think it's time to go back to the drawing board.
Here's the deal: Simon Pegg, who had a cameo in The Force Awakens, recently stopped in for an interview on the podcast Happy Sad Confused. While there, he shared some pretty surprising information. Basically, when J.J. Abrams directed The Force Awakens, he loosely mapped out the rest of the trilogy. And this "game plan," so to speak, included a through-line for Rey's parentage. According to Pegg, The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson didn't exactly follow this thread.
"I know what J.J. kind of intended or at least was being chucked around," Pegg said of the situation. "I think that's kind of been undone slightly by the last one. There was some talk of a relevant lineage for her." It's interesting that Pegg said Abrams's plan was only "slightly undone" by Johnson. There seems to be a very small notion that it hasn't completely unraveled. Which brings us to the best part of the story.
According to Deadline, Abrams is on board to direct and co-write Episode IX. This means he could feasibly return to his plan for Rey's parents in some form or another. Of course, he'd have to reckon with the decisions Johnson made in The Last Jedi, but it could be as simple as the theories above: Kylo Ren is lying, or he's simply wrong. Of course, this is all conjecture. We won't know for sure how everything shakes out until Episode IX drops in 2019. But if there's one thing that goes a long way in the Star Wars universe, it's hope.
Meet Millie Simmonds, the Tenacious Hero of A Quiet Place
Horror may be a slightly tired genre that often relies on tropes and gimmicks, but every once in a while something truly unique comes along. That is absolutely the case with A Quiet Place, a postapocalyptic story about sound-sensitive monsters starring Emily Blunt and John Krasinski. In the film, we meet a family that's learned to live in silence. They've all learned fluent American Sign Language to communicate with their deaf daughter, Regan, and that has in turn helped them survive in this bleak new world.
In an exclusive new featurette, Krasinski - he co-wrote, executive produced, directed, and starred in the film - explains that he always wanted to cast a deaf actress for the role, and Millie Simmonds was the perfect fit because of her phenomenal acting ability. We also get a behind-the-scenes look at the work that went toward including American Sign Language in the film. Check it out, then take some deep breaths: A Quiet Place comes out April 6, and it is a wild ride.
Elle Fanning Is Out of This World in the Punk Rock How to Talk to Girls at Parties Trailer
Saying someone is "out of this world" is typically hyperbole, but in the case of Elle Fanning's character in the upcoming How to Talk to Girls at Parties, we're not joking around. She plays Zan, an alien making her way around the galaxy who ends up falling for a musician bopping around the London suburb of Croydon. Before you know it, she's ditched her group of dangerous fellow aliens to live it up as a punk rock princess. Along with Fanning, the film stars Nicole Kidman (in an impressive wig), Alex Sharp, and Ruth Wilson, and is coming to theaters sometime this Summer. Watch the wild trailer above.
Prepare to Fall Head Over Heels For the Love, Simon Soundtrack
Love, Simon hits theaters on March 16, but we're already amped on the new, gay coming-of-age story. Love, Simon has the ingredients to be an incredible film: a lovely cast featuring Jennifer Garner, Josh Duhamel, Nick Robinson, and 13 Reasons Why's Katherine Langford; it's based on an acclaimed young adult novel; it boasts a truly wholesome mystery; and it marks an important moment in LGBTQ+ representation.
But that's not all: it also has a wicked soundtrack! Curated by Jack Antonoff, it's busting with new, upbeat bops that are balanced with a few surprising classics. Check out the first all-new track, "Alfie's Song (Not So Typical Love Song)" by Bleachers, then the handful of songs that have previously been released. Don't worry - we've also included a full tracklist at the end. Oh, and don't forget to preorder the soundtrack before it drops on March 16 (which is also the film's release date)!
10 Genuinely Entertaining Science Shows on Netflix
I'm all for a good Netflix binge, but I also know that sometimes there's a deep desire for something more substantial than Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Gilmore Girls. If you strive to be challenged by your viewing material and desperately want to learn while consuming entertainment, you're in luck: Netflix has some of the best informative TV offerings out there. From the deepest depths of the ocean to galaxies far beyond our reach, you can get one hell of an education from the science-based shows available for streaming.
So if you're looking to learn next time you press "play," check out one of these 10 scientific shows. You'll be taught all about the world (and beyond!) without leaving your couch.
5 Secrets About Best Buy, According to an Employee
Curious about whether you should actually get the warranty at Best Buy? Find out the answer from one Best Buy employee's Reddit AMA. The employee, who works for Best Buy in Canada as a "connected solutions specialist," answered questions about the break room, bargaining, and whether or not to get a warranty on a tech device. See the employee's answers ahead.
People steal all sorts of devices
According to the employee, they can't do anything to stop people from stealing. So he's seen people "walk out with laptops."
The break room has video games.
Forget eating lunch during your break - relax by playing a game instead! The break room in this employee's store, also called a "Hub," has a Wii U in it.
The discount isn't that great.
Unlike other retail chains, Best Buy's discount on laptops and gaming systems isn't great - so don't ask for it. But, if you need cables or other accessories, the discount works in their favor.
The people at the return area don't ignore you on purpose.
If you happen to see a person at the return desk area, they aren't always equipped to help you. According to the employee, sometimes it's employees working with other stores to get a product shipped or checking stock of an item.
If you want a deal on a warranty, just ask.
On a basic level, the employee recommends always getting the warranty. The employee also mentioned that if you want a deal on a warranty, ask for one. "Sometimes we can do half off two-year or three-year [warranty]!" they wrote.
Is Mark Zuckerberg a Robot? Reddit Has Some Very Solid Theories as to Why He Might Be
It is not a good time to be Mark Zuckerberg.
The Facebook CEO has been in hot water since the revelation first emerged that private data of a staggering 87 million users had fallen into the hands of "malicious actors" Cambridge Analytica, a voter profiling company that harvested user data to assist in the election of Donald Trump. Facebook has incurred a global backlash and potential legal investigations for the scandal, all culminating with Zuckerberg testifying before Congress on April 10 and 11.
However, one thing Congress (and the world) needs to know before grilling a slippery, chameleonic tech figure who is desperately trying to appeal to the masses: he might not be one of us. Mark Zuckerberg may not be human - or at least that's what rapidly-expanding subreddit would lead you to believe.
According to Mashable, a growing community of meme creators are spreading jokes about "the human founder of the massive social media website called Facebook." Using the r/ZuckMemes page, Redditors are creating image macros claiming everything from "Zuck is a meat loving mech" to the more abstract "Zuck is a reptilian overlord." The series of memes has gained a following of nearly 19,000 subscribers and is deeply rooted in the CEO's notably terrible interpersonal skills, positioning him one further as a data mining digital skink more disconcerting than AI superstar, Sophia the Robot.
Know Your Meme reports that Zuck Memes were created in reaction to the Facebook head's much-rumored, highly denied potential presidential bid. This style of trolling was eventually amplified by a logging of strange things Zuckerberg posts to try to seem normal back in April 2017. After a user noted that Zuck Memes were "horribly undervalued" six months ago, the dedicated Reddit was born, and in that time RoboZuck has flourished, spreading well beyond the walls of Reddit and popping up on YouTube and Twitter in furtherance of spreading "the truth" about "The Zuck."
There is a very clear reason that these memes have become so successful, and that's the fact that they seamlessly imitate Zuckerberg's style of posting and use his forced likability to poke back at him. When juxtaposed with real posts by the CEO - for example, Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla's visit to a local newspaper in Selma, Alabama - the blur between fact and fiction is made all the more hysterical when it is recast as an absurdist statement, a la how Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla visited Selma, AL, to literally make journalists eat newspapers.
While Mark Zuckerberg is most definitely, probably human (we think?), there is one thing to be learned from all of this: the Facebook leader is attempting to play himself off as normal in the hopes of smoothly sliding out of any trouble. Will our representatives be able to recognize the robotic nature of Zuckerberg's sweet talking? One can hope. Then again, they seem to have enough trouble realizing a certain head of state is actually a troll.
Dr. Evil Resurrected as Fired Trump Staffer In Hilarious New Video
When it comes to Trump, just about everything in his presidency - his tweets, his weird antics, and even his grammar - is unpredictable, but the one thing that has remained a constant is his staff turnover rate. Any time a crisis strikes, it's announced that someone is out – and we don't blame them. But the most recent member of Trump's cabinet to flee the scene did come as a bit of a surprise to us because *evil laugh* it's Dr. Evil!
The hilarious Mike Myers character was resurrected and brought back into the spotlight during Wednesday night's episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, confessing to being Trump's most recent firing, and letting everyone in on some behind-the-scenes drama at the White House.
In the hilarious video above, Dr. Evil said he "naturally" was going to be Trump's "Secretary of Evil. But Steven Bannon got that job." Instead, he was more of an "ideas guy," taking credit for the wall and all the evil things to come out of the current presidency . . . well, except deporting dreamers. "No, Jimmy, even I have my limits. I'm evil but I'm not a monster," he said. Dr. Evil went on taking jabs at Ben Carson, Donald Trump Jr., and even Mark Zuckerberg.
Too bad he couldn't go back in time and steal Trump's "mojo." Watch the hilarious clip above.
An Exclusive, Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Groundbreaking Lifetime Digital Series Her America: 50 Women, 50 States
When the editorial team at Lifetime set out to document the response to the 2016 election, they had no idea what form the project would ultimately take. They just knew that there were stories out there that were just waiting to be told, and, as Lifetime's Managing Creative Director Valerie Albanese told POPSUGAR in an exclusive interview in late March, "Women really weren't being heard."
What Lifetime did know was that if a project like this was ever going to happen, it needed to happen now. "There were so many outlets that were talking about doing something like this coming out of the election," said Lea Goldman, editor-in-chief of Lifetime TV. "In the end, there were actually very few examples of this kind of sprawling, nationwide, comprehensive storytelling expedition. I don't think there's an outlet on the planet that could have done it quite like the way we did it - and certainly not solely focused on women."
And that's how Her America: 50 Women, Women States began. But before we get to the lessons learned, let's walk through exactly how Lifetime's groundbreaking digital project came together, as recounted by two women who worked to make it happen.
The Idea Takes Shape and Takes Hold
One of the most crucial aspects of embarking on any form of production is ensuring that a permanent framework is laid down, an end goal which remains the same, regardless of what happens with any of the moving pieces. For Her America, that wound up being the shape of each story itself. Budget constrictions made it so that they were unable to do the whole project on film, so the production team decided to tell each story in the shape it was best suited to, be it video, essay, or podcast format.
"There was respect for the what the best platform or the best medium was to tell the story," Goldman said. "But as we were thinking about who we could partner with, we realized that we would open this up to a new audience if we brought in different partners that wouldn't necessarily traditionally consider themselves Lifetime listeners, or the Lifetime audience - which felt like it opened us to a whole different category of women."
Goldman pointed to the photographers who worked on the project as a strong example of how embracing new formats allowed them to also embrace a new culture - and one that again, broadened their ability to speak to the women of America.
"We took great care to make sure that we reached locals who knew the place, knew the people, knew the characters - and who personally brought with them an audience that wouldn't necessarily align with the Lifetime audience," she noted. "In the end, we ended up with dozens and dozens of ambassadors who could amplify the story that they were telling within their own communities - so it wasn't if you didn't connect with the brand Lifetime you couldn't participate in this film at all. There were many entry points, and I think that governed a lot of the decision-making - but at the same time it really allowed us the flexibility to tell the story that needed to be told."
Reality Comes Knocking - but Is Ultimately Sent Packing
Albanese and Goldman were also up against the same pressure that anyone in a creative field faces in modern media: the question of how the project was ever going to come together, and what success or failure might mean for the legacy brand that they worked for.
"There were a lot of moving parts with this, and it was a challenge to make it happen," Albanese noted. "There were people that didn't want to get it done, that didn't want the project, that did not want us to finish. And we kept everything the way that it was. . . I think it's very emblematic of the where Lifetime is going. The resistance was cultural; people put women in boxes, and people put Lifetime in a box because it meant something different at a different time in our history."
"Like anyone, Lifetime can evolve, and ultimately, this was a very gutsy, ballsy endeavor for a TV network. We're not The New York Times. We're not Slate or Vox. So yes, doing this was incredibly ambitious. It was a big swing for us. And there were stories that I'll tell you, you'd be hard-pressed to find some networks that would even touch some of these stories, in a world where some networks won't even touch certain forms of feminism."
"It was a stretch at the corporate level, for what's expected of a network. But I really think that in the span of one year, we moved the company in a direction that felt very current, very topical, and really of the moment. This was what women were talking about, what women are talking about."
So, with a loose framework in hand and the firm pressure of the media industry radiating from back at home, the team set out on a year-long sojourn across the country to find out just what those women had to say.
Finally, It All Begins to Come Together
"It started with heavy research. A couple of months of going out, of finding these women - we needed them to be authentic, nothing was done through a casting agency," Goldman recalled of the process of realizing the project. "A lot of women that we went out to find, well, sometimes it was the third person that we met through them that we wound up profiling. It started out with a couple of hours of phone interviews, talking to them and getting them to trust us, then asking them to participate in the series."
It was no easy battle. The prevalent belief was that "coastal elites" from major media outlets were not interested in the typical American story, that anyone who started poking around was doing so in order to manipulate or judge them. It was something that the the Lifetime team ultimately decided to confront head-on, by dispelling one of the most disruptive misconceptions in our modern lives.
"One of the biggest missions we had was to upend and deconstruct this myth that you can distill a person by the vote that they cast, that a person is basically the sum of their vote," said Albanese. "In fact, many people told us that it was the root of their distrust, that they had many other issues on their plate than just that one day in November. "
In the end, it was the brand's stellar reputation for representation that propelled them over the line with the individuals they had approached. "A lot of these women had a complete distrust of media, and the reason why they ultimately lowered their guard was because it was for Lifetime," Goldman said.
With talent on board, and the means to fund the project - Lifetime partnered with Ford and P&G, both of whom sponsored stories in the series - Goldman and Albanese amassed a crew of all-female talent and began to truly bring the project to life.
The Women Tell Their Stories, and Lessons Are Learned
Goldman says one of the most powerful takeaways from the months she spent on the road was the realization that beyond our beliefs and our agreements (or disagreements) with others, we can always still connect on a fundamentally human level - and that can change the whole dynamic of a situation.
"You don't necessarily have to agree with somebody in order to like them," she said, laughing. "I think that all of these women, their stories or their opinions - it was all very disarming. So even when they were saying things I totally didn't agree with, like when Lindsay in Montana was like, 'I'm not a feminist, I don't agree with what a feminist is right now' - you still didn't actually dislike her. You just didn't agree, necessarily, with what she was saying. That's the way all the women were. They were all very easy to talk, very real, very honest, and very opinionated. Not angry, but thoughtful. "
"Women across this country bring to the table a variety of different experiences, and they prioritize what's meaningful in different ways, considering what comes first for them," she added. "It was a real eye-opener. There's a frontier mentality that was a very healthy reminder for me in this corner of New York that I sit in, to remember this independence, this fierceness, this outspokenness. Just because on many levels we couldn't be more different, could not be more different - yet we are so alike in so many ways. These are women that remind me of me. Remind me of the people I surround myself with."
In particular, she points to another Montana story, one centered on a mother named Piper who was interviewed at a state fair. Piper's daughter was present for the filming, until the conversation turned to feminism and current events – and it's here that she sent her 8-year-old-daughter away. The director of the segment questioned the decision, and Piper responded that she had done so "To let her make up her own mind."
Goldman says that it triggered a moment of truth for her, a recognition that "Just because I live in a certain area or I look a certain way or dress a certain way, that doesn't mean that I have to fall into these neat little stereotypical boxes where people want to push you."
And that is what the whole project ultimately centered on, in its totality: connecting with other women as women, not as individuals propelled by idealism or a mission. Seeing the opinions formed by women based on reasons, logic, methods (and not by influence) – that's the truest way to see the depths of the American woman in 2018, and of course, the best way to understand what makes them tick.
The Takeaways
While the final findings were illuminating in myriad ways, they also added up to form one solid conclusion for both Goldman and Albanese: unlike what they had initially believed, women across the country weren't talking about the election. "They had other things on their mind," Goldman said, "There were many, many top-of-mind issues, important issues, central issues to their lives and their livelihood, which had nothing to do with politics at all."
But that doesn't mean that politics doesn't play a role in what the ultimate takeaways from the project wound up being. Instead, the creators assert, it makes it even more important to listen to the stories of those who don't agree with us, those who have a different perspective on life than we do.
"New York and LA still hold the microphone, even after all the talk of being more representative and listening more postelection. So it was a crucial reminder of the millions and millions and millions of stories and opinions and perspectives out there that don't frankly get enough amplification," Albanese said, of the mission statement that ultimately landed on the final version of Her America. "That's why they're distrustful, why they don't want to tell their stories. They talk among themselves, which brings us back to the point where people are only talking to other like-minded individuals, refusing to reach across the table to find common ground."
"We're in this echo chamber right now, where everyone's yelling at each other," she added. "You state your position, and that's who you talk to, because there's no appetite any more to hear people disagree with each other - because it always ends up in a shouting match. And I think the beauty of this project is that it really requires you to just listen, even if it's just for a few moments. You don't have to agree with someone or like them to hear them. You just have to be patient, let them tell their story, and not be too high-minded about it."
"There's just not enough of that in the world right now," she lamented.
Ultimately, though, what the editorial team behind the project wants people to know is that minds can be changed in Trump's America, one at a time. By reaching across and being willing to hear other side, you can have a very strong impact on your own life as well as the lives of others.
And from where we stand, after listening and watching and reading and looking at all that Her America: 50 Women, 50 States brings to the table, well, we think they did a damn good job of showing just how compelling that conversation with someone across the aisle truly can be.
Check out Lifetime's digital series, Her America: 50 Women, 50 States, right here.
You'll Want to Tear Out Your Hair After Trying to Find a Four-Leaf Clover in This Photo
For some people, puzzles are a great way to distract their mind and zone out for a bit. For others like ourselves, they're a great reminder that nothing will drive you crazier than trying to find or solve something that's supposedly easy. Whichever type of person you are, we bring you a puzzle that's making the internet question its sanity.
The quiz, which was originally published on Jan. 4, 2016, shows a cute illustration of a bunch of pigs in a field. The catch? Try to spot the four-leaf clover among all the pigs. Try your best below. To see the answer, just click on the photo.
The illustration was created by Hungarian-based artist Gergely Dudás, or Dudolf, who regularly posts fun puzzles like these on his Facebook page. When Dudolf originally posted this image on his Facebook page, it received more than 9,000 reactions, 1,000 comments, and 4,000 shares. However, a recent Imgur post is bringing attention to this puzzle (and others) again.
Hopefully that didn't drive you too crazy!
Michelle Obama's Savage (but True) Comparison of Trump and Barack Deserves a Round of Applause
There are plenty of jarring differences between former President Barack Obama and current President Donald Trump, but no one can describe those disparities quite so well as Michelle Obama. On April 5, the former first lady sat down in Boston for the Simmons Leadership Conference, where she opened up about the presidency and just how much things have changed.
"I think what we see is what happens when we take things for granted," Obama said, as reported by People. "For the eight years Barack was president, it was like having the 'good parent' at home. The responsible parent, the one who told you to eat your carrots and go to bed on time."
She added, "And now we have the other parent. We thought it'd feel fun, maybe it feels fun now because we can eat candy all day and stay up late, and not follow the rules." While candy does sound a lot more enjoyable than this presidency, we have to agree with Obama on all fronts, especially when she said her typical reaction to Trump's antics are "a deep sigh."
Watch the former first lady's full conversation with Simmons President Helen Drinan here.
11 Slang Terms to Memorize If You Want to Stay Cool
Tumblr, YouTube, and Twitter have been leading the slang game recently. "Snatched" is officially the new "fleek," "sis" is the new "bro," and adding "boots" to the end of any adjective is totally a thing. Read on to learn all the new slang words the cool kids on the Internet are using.
Rupert Grint Got a Shout-Out in the Half-Blood Prince Novel - and You Probably Missed It
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By the time the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince novel was released, the fourth movie (Goblet of Fire) was on the verge of coming out. This meant that Rupert Grint was already an established member of our favorite magical trio as Ron Weasley, loved perhaps most especially for his gratuitous usage of "bloody hell" to express his surprise, fear, excitement, and pretty much any other emotion.
In Half-Blood Prince, the pompous (but arguably endearing) character of Professor Slughorn is introduced, whose talent for choosing gifted students to include among his exclusive ranks rivals his penchant for potions.
So, the fact that Slughorn calls Ron the wrong name isn't all that surprising considering this mistake is made in line with the professor's disregard of students who don't fit his standards of "promising" wizards. Ron (to Slughorn) is forgettable.
What is notable is the small shout-out to actor Grint when Slughorn slips up upon discussing Ron's incident of accidentally drinking poison instead of a tonic for someone who'd ingested the love potion Amortentia. In the 2005 Bloomsbury edition of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on page 454, J.K. Rowling gives Grint a subtle nod in the novel by having Slughorn call Ron by the name of Rupert on accident. The tiny detail is easy to miss, but the fact that Rowling snuck it in certainly makes us smile. See the passage ahead for the mention of "Rupert" instead of "Ron."
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10 Harry Potter Theories You Won't Be Able to Wrap Your Head Around
The last Harry Potter book came out nine years ago, but that hasn't stopped Potterheads from analyzing every aspect of the series. Plenty of theories surfaced in 2016, like Draco Malfoy possibly being a werewolf, a plot twist about what the Deathly Hallows stands for, and heartwarming ideas about Neville Longbottom. Before you reread the series again, check out the favorite theories we read about this year, many of which have been around for ages.
This Black Hole GIF Is Utterly Mesmerizing
This might be just a simulation of two merging black holes, but it's still insane to look at. Uploaded on Reddit, the GIF made it to the front page and has collected more than 1,000 comments so far.
But as a commenter pointed out, it's actually the work of SXS, or Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes. This group of researchers from Caltech and Cornell University simulate extreme space times to better understand physics in the cosmos. They also produced a paper about the project called "What would a binary black hole merger look like?" and an accompanying video.
What, exactly, would happen if two black holes collided? They would probably merge to become one bigger black hole, but it would be extremely violent, producing enormous amounts of energy and sending gigantic ripples through the universe called gravitational waves. Amazing.
Oh Yes, Ciara's Swimsuit Unzips Even Further Than You're Envisioning
Ciara's swimsuit collection straddles the line between sexy and sweet. If she's in a tight, laced one-piece, then it's a flirty hot-pink shade, and if her bikini bottom has a daringly high cut, the top is adorably frilly. Ciara's bright blue Lisa Marie Fernandez maillot ($370) is sporty - it's nice and structured, made of neoprene, and functional with a scoop back - but it unzips pretty far down the bodice, so she could reveal some cleavage if she so desires. Ciara posed confidently for the perfect poolside shot, styling her look with gold jewelry, her engagement ring, and a stack of bangles. If you like the touch of edge that comes with Ciara's athletic suit, click through to shop the exact design, along with similar options.
Every Single Thing You'll Want to Own From Loeffler Randall This Spring
Known for its sleek shoes and trendy handbags, Loeffler Randall is definitely a retailer you'll want to keep your eyes on. It's constantly coming out with new products that are getting harder and harder to resist. If you feel like your Spring wardrobe could use some sprucing up, this brand is an option for solid pieces that will never go out of style. From metallic mules to rainbow slides and cute carryalls, we rounded up a list of our favorite picks so all you have to do is shop. Take a look.
The Best Outfits to Wear on a Date - Tried and Tested
Have you ever wondered what your SO actually thinks about your new overalls? And what about when you're getting ready for a dinner date, but you're just not sure what dress will really bring the wow factor? It can be tough to create a look your partner loves and you're into, too - and frankly, sometimes we don't really care about appearing "sexy" or getting approval from the guy or gal sitting across the table.
But for the days you do want to make a good impression, we tapped our own editors and asked them to check in with their nearest and dearest. The result? A lengthy, helpful, and oftentimes hilarious list of outfits the men in our lives just can't get enough of. Some of these (totally unedited) responses will surprise you, some won't at all, and others just might inspire you. Read on for 18 styling tips, straight from our SOs.
11 Tote Bags You'll Want to Carry This Summer
As a total bag fanatic, there's one silhouette that never lets me down: a tote bag. These convenient carryalls are perfect for every day, vacation, work, and beyond. You don't have to sacrifice on style, either. So many brands and designers are constantly releasing fresh new picks we can't wait to get our hands on. This Summer is the perfect time to treat yourself to something new. We rounded up a list of our favorite finds right now. From gingham to rainbow prints and cool PVC choices, it will be hard to decide which one is your new go-to this season. Take a look.
Don't Be Fooled by Her Blond Hair - Leighton Meester Is Definitely Channeling Her Inner Blair Waldorf
Leighton Meester will forever be known as Blair Waldorf in our minds. While it's been almost a decade since Gossip Girl ended, Blair's polished style is still alive and well. The "Heartstrings" singer recently decided to ditch her brown locks for a new blond hairdo that reminded us of her character's onscreen bestie, Serena van der Woodsen.
Even though Leighton switched things up with her hair, she still stayed true to her character's iconic style. While leaving NYC's Nexxus Salon, Leighton showed off her preppy look, wearing a chunky knitted sweater with a pair of blue and yellow plaid pants. She made her look edgier by styling her pants with round sunglasses and leather boots. Read on to see her full look ahead and buy similar Blair-inspired slacks.
Selena Gomez's Denim Jacket Is Unlike Any Other You've Seen - and It's Only $199
Despite the gossip surrounding Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber's relationship and her role in The Weeknd's new album, Selena hasn't been laying low. Instead, she's working on herself and connecting with friends. The singer made several public outings over the past month, including a trip to her Pilates class where she was spotted in a black workout ensemble. Selena showed her own spin on athleisure attire by covering up with a floral denim jacket. The standout piece is from Free People (a brand she's worn a lot lately), and costs only $199.
It's a great transitional jacket for Spring, and Selena even debuted a new pair of furry, post-workout shoes. Last time she did a Pilates class, the star rocked a pair of black UGG slides. This time around, she chose a gray pair from the brand to match with the wool trimmings of her denim jacket. If you ever need post-gym outfit inspiration, Selena's your gal. Read on to take a look, then shop her exact jacket, plus similar options ahead.
The 6 Best Brands For Petite Flare Jeans
Searching for a new pair of jeans, much like swimsuit shopping, can quickly turn into an intimidating task. And for shorter women, that trip can grow even more complicated with the added headache of the "standard" inseam.
It's no secret that the 70s-inspired and figure-flattering flare is a must have this season - and petite women shouldn't be left on the margins of this trend. Read on to learn which brands offer the best flare jeans in chic, petite proportions.
Kate Middleton Went Grocery Shopping in an Old Pink Coat - Yep, We'll Just Leave That Out There
We have some pretty crazy news for you: Kate Middleton went grocery shopping just days before giving birth to her third child. She packed bags into her Range Rover at the Waitrose supermarket in Norfolk, England, and, well, who even knew she didn't get help with such an activity on the regular?
We aren't surprised one bit that Kate looked polished as usual, opting for black skinny jeans, suede heeled booties (our go-to weekend shoe, of course), and a pink, double-breasted Joseph coat that she formerly wore for Cheltenham Gold Cup Day in 2013.
We know - the idea of the duchess waiting in line at checkout, separating her items from the person's in front of her with one of those divider bars, is, well, a little too much to handle, but her outfit shouldn't be. In fact, we are perfectly inspired to scoop up some pastel outerwear just like Kate's to ring in Spring. Join us, won't you?
Disney's Glamorous New Designer Collaboration Is a Treat For Your Feet - Shop It Now!
Do you love shoes? Do you love Disney? Then you're going to need to sit down for this one. Chiara Ferragni teamed up with shopDisney to create a limited-edition capsule collection of footwear inspired by Minnie Mouse. The five-piece line includes mules and sneakers - both styles look super comfy. Sparkly embellishments and luxe fabrics make these shoes a worthy splurge you'll enjoy for years to come. All styles are made in Italy with velvet, suede, and patent leather. Check out all the shoes and treat yourself to a pair before they sell out! Then prepare for the compliments to roll in.
Current Obsession: The 6 Best Lip-Plumping Glosses For a Fuller Pout
Want to plump up your pout? There are plenty of glosses that will make your lips look full and plush. We rounded up our favorite options for you to shop through, so check them out and see which pick would be best for you.
This Black Hole GIF Is Utterly Mesmerizing
This might be just a simulation of two merging black holes, but it's still insane to look at. Uploaded on Reddit, the GIF made it to the front page and has collected more than 1,000 comments so far.
But as a commenter pointed out, it's actually the work of SXS, or Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes. This group of researchers from Caltech and Cornell University simulate extreme space times to better understand physics in the cosmos. They also produced a paper about the project called "What would a binary black hole merger look like?" and an accompanying video.
What, exactly, would happen if two black holes collided? They would probably merge to become one bigger black hole, but it would be extremely violent, producing enormous amounts of energy and sending gigantic ripples through the universe called gravitational waves. Amazing.
The Only Thing Cuter Than This Matching Boy and Dog Is Their Adoption Story
If you're anything like us, your Instagram notifications are a revolving door of friends tagging you in photos of cute dogs. Although we've come across the adorable Reagandoodle account countless times, we had no idea that there was such a touching story behind the photos of a little boy and his matching pup. Reagan and Little Buddy were both 11 months old when they came into each other's lives, and they will forever be best friends.
Reagan (the dog) is owned by Sandi Swiridoff, and her daughter took in Little Buddy as a foster child more than two years ago. Sandi told Love What Matters that Reagan and Little Buddy "bonded instantly and have been besties ever since." They share everything - birthdays, outfits, naps, dinner, and more!
However, their bond is deeper than just adorable photos. Since Little Buddy came into the family's lives years ago, they have used the dog's popular Instagram feed as a way to raise awareness for foster children and families. Sandi has even been working on a book about Reagandoodle and Little Buddy's story, which will donate all proceeds to an Oregon-based non-profit called Foster Parents' Night Out for parents of foster children.
Sandi also revealed that her daughter and son-in-law have begun the adoption process for Little Buddy! Although it's been two amazing years, this is only the beginning of the duo's special bond.
Keep reading to see some of the sweetest photos of Reagan and Little Buddy in their matching outfits.
This $4 Costco Bargain Will Save You Tons of Money If You Have a Baby in Diapers
Moms, get ready to save some serious cash. If you have a baby who hasn't yet been potty-trained and tend to throw the dirty bombs diapers into those small, colorful bags to eliminate odors in your home or on the go, you're about to kneel at one mom's feet. Ariana Quinones was wandering the majestic aisles of Costco when she found perhaps the most useful product to have in bulk, especially if you also have a dog: a 400-pack of Poops! Pet Waste Bags for $4.
Considering these small dog-poo bags are more or less the exact same as the bags baby brands make, Ariana grabbed herself a package - which comes with two dispensers that would fit perfectly in a diaper bag - noting that other brands are usually more expensive (around $8 for a pack of 72!). So even though she doesn't use the bags often, it's worth this cheap price to have them just in case. "This will last us forever," she said.
So if you'd love the luxury of individually wrapped poo-filled diapers instead of having a giant tube full of them next to your child's changing table or unwrapped ones sitting at the top of the kitchen garbage can, know that for $4, you can have 400 poopsplosions taken care of.
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