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mardi 8 mai 2018
Lily Collins's Met Gala Makeup Was Inspired by the Dark Arts
Lily Collins sauntered into the 2018 Met Gala wearing a black gossamer Givenchy gown, hair that had been transformed into an intricately braided sculptural updo complete with futuristic crown, and makeup that was inspired by the dark arts. The whole look was very gothic chic.
"When I heard the theme for the evening, I automatically leaned into the idea of the occult and the dark arts. Yes, there's a lot of romanticism in religious art, but there's also a heavy sprinkling of the gothic. It just felt like a fun angle to explore," said Fiona Stiles, the celebrity makeup artist responsible for the look, in a press release.
Stiles created the look with Lancôme products, starting with the brand's Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Serum ($142) to prep the skin, along with Teint Idole Ultra 24H Longwear Foundation ($47) and Effacernes Concealer ($31) for the base. She topped it with Lancôme Absolue Powder in Ecru Light ($58).
"I wanted it to look like moonlight on marble skin, a reference to the masters' paintings and old marble sculptures," she told POPSUGAR via email.
For the hollowed-but-glamorous smoky eye, Stiles used Lancôme's Color Design Eyeshadow in Smokey Brown ($22) and layered Volcano on top to create sheen and dimension. For the lips, she added a sheer wash of Le Metallique Lip Gloss in Purple Onyx ($22), which complemented her undertones and played into the occult theme.
Lily also wore gunmetal Swarovski crystals on the center of her upper lid and underneath her lash line, and a blood-red teardrop was placed underneath one eye.
Stiles told us, "The crystals were meant to be celestial tears, and the blood-red tear drop was a nod to stigmatas and the tears of the virgins. You know, lighthearted stuff . . ."
Makeup inspired by masterpiece sculptures, the occult, and stigmata? This might be the coolest Met Gala look of the night, and we love that Lily was game to add this moody layer of dimension to the "Heavenly Bodies" theme.
Selena Gomez Rocked a Bank Vault's Worth of Gold to the Met Gala - on Her Face
Selena Gomez didn't channel a church, the pope, or even a famous hymn for her 2018 Met Gala beauty look. Instead, she channeled a cherub for the "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination" theme - perhaps the most heavenly body there is! The star's glam squad used a veritable bank vault's worth of gold for her molten eye shadow, and Gomez's bronzed tan stood out against the white of her angel robes gown. But most cherubic of all was her hairstyle, which she wore in short, cropped ringlets.
Check out her full beauty look ahead, then follow along with the rest of our Met Gala coverage to see other stars' interpretations of the theme.
Amal Clooney's Beaming Met Gala Makeup Look Is Not of This Earth
The celestial inner circle, also known as fashion and Hollywood's elite, have descended upon the Met Gala with their interpretation of this year's theme, "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination." One of the standout attendees is Met Gala cochair Amal Clooney, whose makeup look is as stunning as her foiled Richard Quinn bustier. Here are all the details on the look, which was created by makeup goddess herself Charlotte Tilbury.
In an Instagram post, Tilbury called the look "dazzlingly divine" - and that it is. It's a pretty, classic look with defined brows, beaming shimmer around the eyes, and a vibrant red orange lip that picks up on the roses on Amal's metallic train. Tilbury shared the full breakdown with her followers.
On the eyes, Tilbury used the coppery Eyes to Mesmerise cream shadow in Marie Antoinette ($32); she primed and popped the inner corners using the Bigger Brighter Eyes Exagger-Eyes palette ($53). Lids were lined using The Classic Eye Powder Pencil in Audrey($22), and lashes were loaded up with Legendary Lashes Volume 2 ($32).
The statement lip was done using a combo of the Lip Cheat liner in Kiss 'n' Tell ($22) and a custom mix of two Hollywood Lip liquid lipsticks in Walk of Fame and Screen Siren ($34 each). Tilbury topped the fiery pout with her soon-to-be-released Collagen Lip Bath to make Amal's lips dewy and plumped.
To create her glowing skin, a blend of the Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation ($46) in shades 6 and 7 were used, along with Hollywood Flawless Filter ($44) complexion booster and Hollywood Beauty Light Wand highlighter ($38) along the cheeks. She finished off the face with Filmstar Bronze & Glow duo ($68).
Heavenly, indeed! See more photos of Amal's beauty look ahead!
Priyanka Chopra's Met Gala Beauty Look Will Dazzle Your Face Off
I'm still not over Priyanka Chopra's jeweled Met Gala headpiece, which took literal days to put together. The intricate, whatever-the-fancy-word-for-bedazzled-is little number on her head was definitely showstopping, but I urge you not to overlook the rest of her hair and makeup. So get out your sunglasses, because Priyanka's makeup might just blind you.
The actress and Dove spokeswoman wore a multicolored lid look that had enough bling to rival her studded hood. Let's also be sure to note her impeccably maintained full eyebrows and out-to-there lashes.
Along with that, Priyanka matched her crimson lipstick to her "cardinal red" velvet dress, which really tied the whole look together. We're positively entranced by her middle-parted waves and overall baroque vibe - Priyanka truly aced this year's religious theme!
Chadwick Boseman's Best Met Gala Accessory Had NOTHING to Do With His Outfit
Black Panther fans, is this your (sparkly) king? Let's hear a resounding "hell yeah," because onscreen Marvel superhero Chadwick Boseman dared to rock an accessory at the 2018 Met Gala that had nothing to do with his clothes: glitter all throughout his hair and beard. When you zoom in on photos of the handsome star walking the Met Gala red carpet, you can see flecks of shimmering gold in his hairstyle and facial hair, which become even more apparent when you see video footage of the sparkles. Forget diamonds - shine bright like King T'Challa!
When it comes to his daring beauty look, Boseman is in good company with other male members of the Black Panther cast, some of whom are known for wearing Fenty Beauty to enhance their luminous glow on the red carpet. Keep scrolling to see Boseman's glitter hair up close, then follow along with the whole Black Panther cast's stylish night. And if that's not enough, be sure to check out the rest of our Met Gala coverage to see every single look of the fashionable evening!
Emilia Clarke's Makeup Didn't Match - and That's What Made It So Damn Good
"Don't wear red and pink together" is probably one of your grandmother's style mantras, right up there with no white after Labor Day and sequins can only be worn on New Year's Eve. Luckily, those rules were made to be broken - and Emilia Clarke just used the Met Gala red carpet as an opportunity to remind us how great the two colors can look together.
Daenerys - er, Emilia - swept an ample amount of dramatic pink blush on her cheeks, then offset the whimsical look with a dark crimson lipstick. This all came courtesy of celebrity makeup artist Jillian Dempsey, who used Laura Mercier Second Skin Cheek Color in Heather Pink ($26) and a mixture of the brand's Velour Extreme Matte Lipstick in Hot and Fatale ($28 each) to create the match made in makeup heaven.
In a press releases sent to POPSUGAR, Jillian revealed that she specifically mixed lipstick shades not only to get the perfect color but also to ensure the hue stayed put on her lips all night long. A rule-breaking, transfer-proof pout? Happy Met Gala, indeed.
Blake Lively's Met Gala Manicure Is a Sneaky Tribute to Stained Glass
Spotted: Blake Lively on the steps of the Met Gala red carpet looking like a shooting star.
The actress made her 2018 Met Gala red carpet appearance in a gown fit for Hollywood royalty, but it was her beauty look that really snatched our edges. Blake's hair was tied up in a messy bun adorned with a hairpiece that looked like elegant fireworks. She kept her makeup neutral, rocking a subtle smoky eye and a rosy lipstick shade.
But you may have missed one tiny detail that tied her look together: her hidden nail art. Celebrity nail artist Elle Gerstein used Kiss products to bling out Blake's nails in the front and in the back. Her fingertips were decked out in ruby polish and Swarovski-accented nail art.
Elle got her inspiration from stained-glass windows. "A church's stained-glass window would have 360 views, so I worked with Kiss on a custom set of enhanced nails to make sure every angle was covered, including underneath the nails!" she told POPSUGAR exclusively. "These have a navy color underneath and a teardrop crystal."
Zoom in on Blake's complete beauty look ahead!
Ariana Grande's Huge Hair Bow at the Met Gala Is a Gift to Us All
Our jaws dropped as we saw Ariana Grande float across the red carpet at the Met Gala. The singer managed to stay true to her iconic high ponytail while committing to the Catholic theme by accessorizing with an enormous bow. The sheer bow sat on the "Side to Side" singer's head like a renaissance headpiece.
Ariana didn't just bring the beauty game with her hair accessory, though. The pop star's makeup was completely flawless with nude and peachy hues that enhanced her olive complexion. In true Ariana fashion, she finished off her bronzed look with a bold cat eye and dramatic lashes to complete her ethereal look.
Lynda Carter Wore a Legit Crown to the Met Gala, Hearkening Back to Her Famous Crowned Heroine
Lynda Carter - perhaps most well-known for kicking butt as Wonder Woman in the '70s television series - hit the Met Gala red carpet wearing a legit golden crown, and we are not worthy. It appears as if the timelessly beautiful actress has swapped out her Wonder Woman crown, at least for the evening, for one that better fits the glitzy, extravagant event.
The front of the gilded crown was perched high atop her head over an elegant updo and features Hebrew writing across the entire length. On the back of her head, she wore a large star clip with an ethereal blue-green gemstone in the center. The shape is reminiscent of the Star of David, something Twitter users have pointed out.
Carter completely delivered on the evening's "Heavenly Bodies" theme and, if you ask us, has swiftly earned the title of "Queen of the Ball." Keep reading to see more of her wonderful Met Gala look.
All Hail Queen Fenty: Zoom In on Rihanna's Epic Met Gala Beauty Look
Rihanna's reign just won't let up! Everyone's favorite bad gal (and official cohost of the 2018 Met Gala) showed up to the red carpet and, in true Rihanna fashion, shut sh*t down. The singer was clad in a bedazzled pope-inspired outfit and had the dramatic makeup to match.
Her eyebrows were slightly muted to draw attention to her insanely smoky eye shadow and perfectly highlighted cheekbones. She topped it all off with a rose gold metallic lip gloss and rocked slicked-down sideburns underneath her blinged-out pope hat. Now excuse us while we bow down to the undisputed Met Gala queen.
See more of her look ahead.
Kerry Washington Looks Like an Actual Angel on the Met Gala Red Carpet
The 2018 Met Gala's theme is "Heavenly Bodies," and Kerry Washington showed up to the event looking like a damn angel. The actress walked the red carpet with her hair picked out, and she adorned it with a bedazzled golden hair clip. Kerry's longtime hairstylist, Takisha Sturdivant-Drew, used the Tangle Teezer Thick & Curly Detangling Brush ($18) to tease Kerry's curls and make them larger than life.
For makeup, Kerry opted for a muted bronzed look with highlighted cheekbones, a neutral lip gloss, and dramatic lashes. See her Met Gala beauty from all angles ahead.
Help! I Can't Stop Staring at Jasmine Sanders's GORGEOUS Braid Studded With Real Roses
As soon as Jasmine Sanders showed up to the Met Gala, all eyes immediately landed on her hair. The gorgeous 26-year-old model stunned in a gold H&M dress and Bulgari jewels, but it was her rose-studded braid that had us in a trance - those details! Jasmine, otherwise known as Golden Barbie on social media, always brings her style A game, so it's no surprise that she chose a truly memorable look. You may or may not let out an audible gasp as you see her hairstyle from every angle on the red carpet. Drool over the images ahead, and prepare to add this look to your hair-inspiration Pinterest board.
Rita Ora Looked Like a Gothic Princess at the Met Gala
Rita Ora knows how to make an entrance - and at this year's Met Gala, the singer did not disappoint, showing up in an enormous black headpiece. The gorgeous blonde wore her long hair extremely straight, adding to the drama of the look.
The headpiece itself featured black roses, a cross, and spikes, reminiscent of how the Virgin Mary is represented in many pieces of art.
In stark contrast to her dark and theatrical accessory, Rita wore her makeup bronzed and glowy. The "Anywhere" singer kept most of her beauty look simple but added color to her look with a hot-pink lip.
See this look at every angle now.
20 Agonizing Struggles of Growing Up Shy
Any shy person can attest to the fear that takes over their body whenever they are told to talk to someone they don't know. As a shy person whose kindergarten teacher once told her parents that she was a mute and her poor mother had to explain she was just terribly shy and didn't like to speak, I have never related more to the #GrowingUpShy tweets on Twitter.
If you're a shy person, you're going to laugh at every single one of these (but quietly, so no one notices you and asks you anything). And if you're one of the lucky people out there who's never had this fear, read on to see exactly how we feel - just don't ask us any questions about it because we will shrink into our seats.
These 15 Phone Cases Will Up Your Tech Style
Let's be honest - your favorite accessory is your phone. You can take #OOTD photos, look at Instagram for outfit inspiration, and, of course, shop. That's why we dress up our tech in the most stylish cases out there, so our phones can be as stylish as we are. We've rounded up the most fun and fashion-forward cases so you can find one that fits your lifestyle and taste. From kitschy Moschino bears to chic Marc Jacobs sophistication, we're sure you'll find one that you love. Keep reading to see a bunch of fun cases from your favorite brands.
Add These 7 Wellness Apps to Your Daily Self-Care Routine ASAP
Our busy schedules don't always allow us to drop into a much-needed yoga class, but that's no excuse to make your personal wellness any less of a priority. Luckily, there's an app for almost everything - including for yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and overall self-care. Ahead are some of our favorite tools to help you live a healthier and happier life.
Thanos Is Coming to Fortnite For an Avengers: Infinity War Crossover, and We Are So Freakin' Excited
The battle begins tomorrow... pic.twitter.com/NQ9BDH2BeG
- Fortnite (@FortniteGame) May 7, 2018
Unless you've been living under a rock, chances are you've at least heard whispers about two of the most-talked about phenomenons of 2018: Fortnite: Battle Royale and Avengers: Infinity War. And while the video game and movie (respectively) don't seem to have a whole lot in common, on May 7, the internet was set ablaze with the news that in a mere 24 hours, a mash-up of the two ultraviral franchises will be set loose upon the world.
me tomorrow when that fortnite x avengers infinity war collab drops pic.twitter.com/w1hVnP2S5R
- @Krazygio suspended (@Krazygioo) May 7, 2018
Fortnite, a multiplayer co-op centered on 100 players fighting to be the last man standing, has been the breakout game of the year thus far. And according to Entertainment Weekly, the limited-time run of the Avengers-themed gameplay will feature an Infinity Gauntlet. "The artifact containing all six Infinity Stones - the same one Thanos used to cripple Earth's Mightiest Heroes on the big screen - will appear on the map," it reported, adding, "Whomsoever finds and equips it will transform into Thanos himself, wielding all the power that comes with him."
Trying to say this without spoiling Infinity War...
but if you find the gauntlet in Fortnite does that mean that you can...
ya know...
👌🏼 ⚖️- davis. (@OpTicHitch) May 7, 2018
While details are being kept under wraps at this stage - and there's no indication as to what Thanos's involvement will, in fact, be - you can bet we'll be keeping a very close eye on social media until the mash-up drops. So stay tuned, and at the very least, make sure your Fortnite is fully up-to-date (and your credit card information accurate!) as we have a feeling you're going to want to check out this new development ASAP.
What You Need to Know About Snapchat's New Bitmoji Deluxe
Snapchat first launched a Bitmoji integration back in the summer of 2016, allowing users to insert their very own cartoon avatars into their snaps and chats with a few simple taps on their mobile phones. A year and a half later, Bitmoji is an integral part of the platform; from 3D World Lenses to Snap Map Actionmojis, they're one of the most fun ways to put yourself in the center of the action, and share your experiences with friends and family. But on Jan. 30, Snapchat announced a very, very exciting new update - and it goes by the name of Bitmoji Deluxe.
The update - which is based, in part, on feedback collected from Snapchat's many users - offers a far broader selection of skin tones, physical attributes, and style choices in an effort to make Bitmoji more inclusive. What's more, each avatar no longer needs to be heteronormative; instead, a Bitmoji can draw from masculine and feminine attributes in order to best represent the user.
Bitmoji Deluxe also comes with the ability to build your avatar side-by-side with a selfie of your choosing, allowing for the easiest avatar creation imaginable - and, naturally, the chance to take into account each and every one of the hundreds of new choices you now have when deciding what your Bitmoji looks like. And if you aren't interested in updating your Bitmoji, you have the option to keep your avatar as is - when you go to the settings menu in Snapchat and then select "change avatar style," you can choose to remain with Bitmoji "Classic," go back to Bitstrips, or upgrade to Bitmoji Deluxe.
Ahead, check out the new Bitmoji Deluxe in action - and get ready to make your best Snapchat Bitmoji avatar yet.
7 To-Do List Apps to Help You Sort Out Your Life
As someone who loves planning and making lists of every single task I need to finish, it's been a struggle figuring out the right way to create a to-do list. I used to write everything down in a planner, but when I was at work, I'd end up writing other tasks on Post-it notes - and they'd never make it back to my planner. After finally giving up my planner, I decided it was time to give in and download an app to suit my to-do list needs. If you're trying to do the same, take a look at the seven apps we like ahead. Most are free to download but include premium features you'll need to pay for.
20 Utterly Shocking Photos of the Devastating Volcanic Eruption in Hawaii
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano first erupted last week after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake rocked Big Island, and a staggering four days later it continues to spew lava. The damage to the Leilani Estates neighborhood is ongoing, and as of the morning of May 7, 35 structures (including at least 26 homes) have been destroyed, according to CNN. Residents first spotted cracks forming in some roads on May 2, and by May 4, the volcano's cracks began to release steam, ultimately bursting with lava after the giant earthquake hit. The county ordered more than 1,500 residents to evacuate.
"We have heard from people around the world concerned about Hawaii's welfare and want to reassure everyone that this is limited to a remote region on the slopes of Kilauea volcano," Hawaii Governor David Ige said in a statement. "Everywhere else in the Hawaiian Islands is not affected." But scientists predict there could be more eruptions and earthquakes "perhaps for months to come," so the effects are far from over. The massive earthquake is the biggest one to hit Big Island since 1975, and Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes.
Leilani Estates residents are flocking to American Red Cross shelters and finding safe ground as lava flows and smoke billows through their neighborhood. Take a look at 20 images from the natural disaster that show just how surreal it is.
The 11 Creative Design Trends That Will Define 2018
Let's be honest: there are few greater pleasures in life than spotting a perfect, gorgeous, inescapable image that stays with you for days. It's what drives Instagram users to dig deep for that perfect inspiring photo, and why Pinterest continues to be the go-to destination for Zen planning. But for stock photo, video, and music agency Shutterstock - a company that specializes in that perfect image - our searching and downloading habits also help to provide an altogether different service: predicting exactly what will drive creative design over the coming weeks and months.
The 2018 edition of Shutterstock's Creative Trends Report was released on Jan. 17 and provides a huge amount of insight into what the internet loved the most last year and how the most popular searches will define design aesthetics in the year to come. Ahead, check out the 11 trends that the company predicts will "dominate" pop culture and design this year - and be sure to check out the full report over on the Shutterstock site.
How My Father and Other Latinx Business Owners Are Dealing With the New Age of Gentefication
Image Source: Instagram user elabuelo.restaurant
Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles County, in the city of San Fernando, you'll find a restaurant that offers birria, micheladas, and mariachi every Friday night. It's called El Abuelo, and it's been owned and operated by my father for the last 15 years.
My father took over ownership two weeks shy of my 12th birthday. I worked at El Abuelo until I turned 24 - and in case you were wondering, yes, it was weird being the only kid at my middle school with a job. Over the years, my best friend and a few family members were also among the restaurant's staff; my stepmother, who met my father at the restaurant, now co-owns the business with my father. That small print on our business cards that says "Family owned and operated"? Yeah, we aren't bluffing.
While our family-friendly motto and clientele have remained the same, our neighborhood hasn't. Chipotle, Buffalo Wild Wings, and multiple sushi joints are just some of our newer, more corporate neighbors - but their arrivals didn't worry my father. He firmly believed his customers, which admittedly were temporarily distracted by the fancier, shinier establishments, would eventually make their way back to their favorite bowl of menudo in a few weeks' time. He wasn't wrong, thankfully, and while the restaurant continues to thrive, I still can't help but worry that it will one day be swept away by gentrification, or its browner, equally problematic relative: gentefication.
Gentefication's Complex, Brown History
Gentefication (no, that's not a typo) is a relatively new term, one that still hasn't received a Webster definition. But it's made more than a few cameos in articles by The New York Times and various community blogs. The important distinction here is that gentefiers aren't strangers to their communities - they're actually from the neighborhood they're helping gentrify. It's a play on the word "gente," which means "people" in Spanish, and gentrification, which means the process of renovating neighborhoods by conforming to middle-class taste and displacing low-income businesses. When we think of gentrifiers, many of us imagine a Caucasian middle-class hipster with a man bun and a plate of $12 avocado toast, not a community member who might've grown up in the same block as the small business they're pushing out. As Gustavo Arellano, California columnist for the Los Angeles Times, puts it, "Gentefication is basically gentrification with a brown happy face."
I may be sipping a sangria while bobbing my head to Cardi B, but at what cost?
While the exact origin of the word is still up for debate, Los Angeles Magazine credits Guillermo Uribe, owner of Boyle Heights bar Eastside Luv, for coming up with the label in 2007. In an interview with the magazine several years ago, Uribe, a self-proclaimed gentefier, explained, "If gentrification is happening, it might as well be from people who care about the existing culture. In the case of Boyle Heights, it would be best if the gente decide to invest in improvements because they are more likely to preserve its integrity."
I have been a customer of Uribe's bar for almost five years, and not just because of its amazing sangria - because it is one of the few places where I can dance to Drake and corridos in the same night. Being a first-generation Mexican-American woman in my late 20s, I fall into the (almost) cliche group of Latinxs who idolize Frida Kahlo, dance to Morrissey, and quote 1997's Selena (anything for Selenas!). Businesses like Uribe's speak to the unique, blended upbringing and tastes of first-, second-, and even third-generation Latinxs like myself. But instead of fixing their neighborhood's existing gentrification problem, they're adding to it by displacing immigrant businesses. I may be sipping a sangria while bobbing my head to Cardi B, but at what cost?
Image Source: Natalie Rivera
New vs. Old Fashion
If my dad could describe his customer demographic, he'd guess that half of his customers are on the older side of the spectrum. He's OK with that, and why shouldn't he be? These customers who've been coming back for years, despite newer, hipper restaurants moving in, are paying his bills. The food and family-friendly environment have more or less remained the same; while my dad has made some new additions to the restaurant, he's ignored advice from friends, family, and even me - all of whom have suggested the staff make more of an effort to attract younger customers. Instead, my dad has chosen to focus on providing his regulars with the restaurant they know and love. And according to Arellano, my dad is making a smart move.
"I think the best advertising I have is word of mouth."
"Hipsters are parasites, frankly," Arellano told me during a recent phone conversation. "They suck out the life of a neighborhood, and then once it's not cool anymore, they go somewhere else, so I would warn against trying to appeal to this new demographic."
A few years back, my stepmother suggested that my father and his staff be extra cordial to millennial customers, because they might be more inclined to share photos of our food on social media. "Be nice to the foodies," she'd tell my dad. While his wife's suggestion, in retrospect, made sense, it didn't really help the restaurant in any meaningful way.
"Honestly, I've never seen any foodie bring in business to my place," my dad told me. "I think the best advertising I have is word of mouth. I have paid for advertising, and honestly I don't see any difference. I think the place, the service, speaks for itself."
Arellano is also a strong believer in the power of word-of-mouth advertising. It's possible for immigrant-run businesses to attract old and new customers, he notes; for proof, look no further than the loncheras, or food trucks, in the city of Santa Ana where Arellano works.
"There's a lonchera, a pink taco truck, that gets a whole lot of hipsters," Arellano explained. "But it still gets, like, the lack of the term, the paisas, you know, the working-class Mexicans, and they haven't changed anything."
Staying true to your product and to your customers might seem like a great weapon, the most viable way forward for immigrant business owners fighting gentrification and gentefication - but in actuality, it might not be enough. So, what is?
Image Source: Natalie Rivera
Landlords Don't Owe Us Sh*t
"A landlord has no obligation to his community or to the community where his properties are."
Ah, landlords. With their suits and their formal notices, landlords are arguably the people's greatest and oldest villain. Yet, while some of us might not agree with their development plans and rent increases, the truth of the matter is, landlords really don't owe us sh*t.
"A landlord has no obligation to his community or to the community where his properties are," Arellano explained. "His or her obligation is to their pocketbook, so the only real way that businesses can protect themselves is by becoming their own landlords."
My father is not his own landlord, and while I fully believe in the power of his hustle, with the rising property rates in San Fernando, I doubt he'll own the building the restaurant's situated in anytime soon. Arellano points to how difficult and expensive it is to own a building and names it as a reason he recommends business owners team up with community land trusts. CLTs are nonprofit, community-based organizations dedicated to ensuring community stewardship of land - and enabling the businesses that make our communities what they are to stay in business. But while immigrant business owners are out strategizing ways to stay afloat, there's something gentefiers can do as well.
It's a Hard Walk to Walk
In 2015, Helados Pops Ice Cream moved into the space directly next to El Abuelo. Owned and run by a young immigrant family, the shop has been a hit with San Fernando residents and the internet (Insider did a video about Pops' infamous coconut shell sundaes, and it garnered five million views on Facebook). New to the block, Pops has been nothing but friendly to its neighbors, including my father. The two businesses scratch each other's backs - my father and stepmother suggest customers try the business next door, and vice versa.
Budding friendships between businesses like El Abuelo and Pops is a great way for establishments, whether gentefying or not, to coexist. Some gentefiers, like Eastside Luv's Uribe, argue that they genuinely wish to make their neighborhood a better place. While I'm sure they say this with sincerity, as the old saying goes: actions speak louder than words.
"If you say you're going to be for the community, then really be for the community," Arellano said. "Don't be getting your meat from some hipster butcher all the way on the other side of Los Angeles."
While this won't entirely solve gentefication, Arellano still urges gentefiers who might feel conflicted or guilty to make an effort, whether that be supporting neighboring businesses or teaming up with them for projects. For my father's newer neighbors, that means spreading the word about my father's amazing food to their customers.
"It's hard, but you know, at least you're putting your money back into the community," Arellano said. "It's a hard walk to walk, but you should try to walk it regardless."
Incredible, Brilliant Women Who Left a Mark on Science
In the current political climate, it's become increasingly clear to women all over the country how important is to make their voices heard. Last year's Women's March, which took place in several cities and countries all over the world on Jan. 21, was only the beginning of what has become a global movement led by women. Whether you're marching in protests in your own town or looking to find inspiration from past groundbreaking women, look no further than these female scientists who had to overcome various struggles and obstacles to achieve their dreams.
We're paying respect to Marie Curie and other women who left their mark on modern life through science. These women prove that physics, wireless technology, and computer programming aren't just traits of a boys' club and that science is the coolest subject of all.
- Additional reporting by Nicole Nguyen and Ann-Marie Alcántara
11 Acceptable Ways to Use the Upside-Down Face Emoji
When the upside-down emoji face came into my life in 2015, I instantly knew it was my go-to sarcastic face. But as I used it more, it became my "I'm secretly mad at you" and even my "I feel awkward" face. The point is, the upside-down face emoji has so many uses - and they're all OK.
According to Emojipedia, the upside-down face emoji is meant to show "silliness or goofiness." It also says it's an "ambiguous emotion," with people using it in a joking or sarcastic manner. Basically, everyone uses it so differently and it's not simply a smiley face turned upside down.
Ahead, see all the ways we break down using this emoji.
The Internet Can't Figure Out How Many Squares Are in This Photo - Can You?
It wasn't all that long ago that the triangle brain teaser threw the internet for a loop, but now we're coming at you with another one - except this time, it's a completely different shape. All that is asked in the instructions for this mind-bending puzzle is that you figure out how many squares there are . . . so, sounds simple enough, right? If only. People weighed in with anywhere from 16 to 32 to 102; the guesses go on, but none of those are actually right. The correct answer is 51! The key is to keep track of the squares you've counted and realize how the little squares can form a bigger square. If you're looking to challenge yourself or stump your friends, show them this square brain teaser and let the guessing (and foot stomping) begin.
Behold: The Exact Moment Millennials Became So Incredibly F*cked Up
Image Source: Unsplash / Kendyle Nelsen
For years - decades, even - the world has struggled to understand millennials. We're glued to our phones, annoying as hell, don't take no for an answer, and, if recent reporting is to be believed, we're basically over. Naturally, that makes it the perfect moment for a revelation to arrive that is so perfect, it makes us all shout "it me!" - and that revelation happens to be an explanation as to why we are such a resoundingly f*cked-up group. Behold:
i pinpointed the exact moment millennial humor became this sort of fucked up weird and vague disturbing humor that is very difficult to understand from the outside looking in. essentially our downward spiral began with this video pic.twitter.com/7ZUBM00f0c
- nick(y) (@backtoyoubfs) November 27, 2017
April 14, 2007. That was the night that Saturday Night Live debuted "Dear Sister," a digital short so inexplicable to our parents that it became instantly clear that there was one hell of a generational divide in our collective senses of humor, and we would never be able to see eye to eye on comedic ground. It wasn't the first digital short that the late-night show produced - nor was it the last - but it was certainly among the most memorable moments in viral video history, spawning a decade of memes and virtually destroying a perfectly decent Imogen Heap song called "Hide and Seek." But let's start at the beginning, and talk about the cultural phenomenon that was The O.C.
The O.C., at heart, is the story of a wealthy philanthropic family's decision to adopt a tough street kid (Ryan) and force him into semi-brotherhood with their geeky-yet-lovable son (Seth) and the duo's subsequent journey toward adulthood, often coupled with two young women of the same age (Marissa and Summer). Drama, sexual tension, a bangin' soundtrack - the show had it all. The New York Times, in its first review of the series, noted that the show "obviously owes a vast debt to Beverly Hills 90210 and to Eminem's wardrobe in the movie 8 Mile," adding, "Teenagers between 12 and 50 will love it." And boy, did we love it. So much so that one of SNL's star comedians, Andy Samberg, could not get the show - and in particular, an Imogen Heap song that played during the show's season two finale - out of his head. It's from this obsession that "Dear Sister" emerged.
"When 'Hide and Seek' aired on The O.C. we all became somewhat obsessed with that song. I remember listening to it on headphones while we were shooting with Jimmy Fallon on the MTV Movie Awards when we were writers before we got SNL. I remember being on a stage at Universal where he was shooting the pre-tapes and Jorma had it on his headphones, and we kept being like, 'God, that song is so cool,'" Samberg told Entertainment Weekly earlier this year. "We couldn't let go of the O.C. thing and that song, because Akiva, Jorma, and I were obsessed with The O.C. [The sketch] was 100 percent because of that the season 2 finale. It's a classic moment, and we love doing digital shorts about movie and TV tropes. The 'Gunshot That Happens Off-Camera, and Then Everything Cranks Into Slo-mo and Someone Realizes They Have Blood on Their Hands When They Look Up' is a move done a bunch of times, and we always really loved it."
In fairness, the scene that Samberg is referencing is one that will live on forever in infamy. I'm not even going to attempt to describe what happens, so spoiler alert, here's the clip itself:
"Dear Sister" hones in on the extreme melodrama of the scene and cranks it to one million. Dave (Bill Hader) is shot by Keith (Andy Samberg) and after Keith returns fire, Dave shoots their friend Eric, played by none other than Shia LaBeouf, and the three alongside Keith's sister (Kristen Wiig) continue to shoot each other over and over, and over - with every single gunshot being marked by the Imogen Heap song starting from the top (over and over, and over and over). The skit ends in equally dramatic fashion after two cops (Jason Sudeikis and Fred Armisen) arrive and find a letter describing exactly what went down ("Dear sister . . . ") and they shoot each other after reading it.
Now that I've typed this whole thing out, I can somewhat see how it is that my parents thought I was nuts for finding it hilarious. But suffice it to say, it was so perfect in every way. It was exactly the coda that The O.C. needed, and it became the inside joke of an entire generation - one that was far, far too hard to explain to the old folks who just didn't get it. For good measure, why don't you watch the skit again and laugh a little bit more? Can you turn it off? No, I didn't think so.
As @backtoyoubfs (who may be a genius, and is certainly now the voice of our generation) pointed out in his tweet on Nov. 26, "Dear Sister" is truly the moment at which it became clear that we we could never really explain the internet and viral videos and our particular brand of teen angst to our parents, and they'd never understand the way that the world had changed. But as Dr. Seuss may or may not have said many years ago, "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened." So while we may be the most f*cked-up generation the world has ever known, never forget that we're also most definitely the funniest people who have ever lived - even if we're the only ones who understand our jokes.
35 Free and Fun iPhone Wallpapers to Liven Up Your Life
If you're keeping your "old" iPhone 6 or 6 Plus even though the new one is out, you're probably going to need a few fun details to make it feel fresh. Instead of sticking with the lame Apple wallpapers, try some of band.do's wallpapers - free, ready to download, and absolutely adorable.
These pretty wallpapers will definitely make your phone feel more personal - especially the ones that speak to your personal life (fries before guys, anyone?). Take a look, and if these don't resonate with you, maybe other sets of charming or geeky wallpapers will.
This Old Trump Tweet Is Coming Back to Haunt Him - Because, Well, Just Read It
It's no secret that President Donald Trump isn't the best at keeping officials in his administration around for very long. Though it feels like he's been in the Oval Office for centuries, it's only been a little more than a year - and in that time more than 30 of his staff members have either resigned or been fired from their posts. Notable departures include Sean Spicer, former White House Press Secretary, James Comey, former FBI Director, and Steve Bannon, former White House Chief Stategist - just to jog your memory, since these departures seem to happen so often that they all blend together.
Trump's most recent staff switch up came when he announced on March 13 that he had fired Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. As soon he shared the news - on Twitter, naturally - many were quick to call out his alarmingly high turnover rate, and some even resurrected an old tweet from the president in which he slammed Barack Obama for the amount of staff change-ups he made during his time in office. Way back in January 2012, just one day after Obama announced that his second Chief of Staff, Bill Daley, would be stepping down, Trump tweeted, "3 Chief of Staffs in less than 3 years of being President: Part of the reason why @BarackObama can't manage to pass his agenda."
3 Chief of Staffs in less than 3 years of being President: Part of the reason why @BarackObama can't manage to pass his agenda.
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 10, 2012
Little did he know that six years later he'd wind up in the White House, already on his second Chief of Staff before even reaching his two-year mark, with his third COS, John Kelly, possibly on his way out soon.
We've said it before and we'll likely say it again: for almost all of Trump's controversial statements or decisions, there's always a corresponding tweet from his past that totally contradicts it. And everyone on social media isn't about to let him off the hook for it . . .
Damn do these tweets age well. 5th communication director just resigned and over a third of your original administration isn't even there. Only the best people!
- Kung Fu Colton (@ColtonTV) March 4, 2018
Trump's tweets age finer than wine.
- Rachel Linonis (@rachellinonis) March 14, 2018
And how many have you had? Oh that's right, 2, and you're only in your first year.
- Ian (@IanKC) March 1, 2018
I've lost count of the number of Chiefs of Staff (Note correction: "Chiefs") and communications directors and other personnel you've churned in the past 13 months.
You burn them faster than jet fuel in AF1.- Alan Neff (@AlanNeff) February 28, 2018
20 Agonizing Struggles of Growing Up Shy
Any shy person can attest to the fear that takes over their body whenever they are told to talk to someone they don't know. As a shy person whose kindergarten teacher once told her parents that she was a mute and her poor mother had to explain she was just terribly shy and didn't like to speak, I have never related more to the #GrowingUpShy tweets on Twitter.
If you're a shy person, you're going to laugh at every single one of these (but quietly, so no one notices you and asks you anything). And if you're one of the lucky people out there who's never had this fear, read on to see exactly how we feel - just don't ask us any questions about it because we will shrink into our seats.
Add These 7 Wellness Apps to Your Daily Self-Care Routine ASAP
Our busy schedules don't always allow us to drop into a much-needed yoga class, but that's no excuse to make your personal wellness any less of a priority. Luckily, there's an app for almost everything - including for yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and overall self-care. Ahead are some of our favorite tools to help you live a healthier and happier life.
Thanos Is Coming to Fortnite For an Avengers: Infinity War Crossover, and We Are So Freakin' Excited
The battle begins tomorrow... pic.twitter.com/NQ9BDH2BeG
- Fortnite (@FortniteGame) May 7, 2018
Unless you've been living under a rock, chances are you've at least heard whispers about two of the most-talked about phenomenons of 2018: Fortnite: Battle Royale and Avengers: Infinity War. And while the video game and movie (respectively) don't seem to have a whole lot in common, on May 7, the internet was set ablaze with the news that in a mere 24 hours, a mash-up of the two ultraviral franchises will be set loose upon the world.
me tomorrow when that fortnite x avengers infinity war collab drops pic.twitter.com/w1hVnP2S5R
- @Krazygio suspended (@Krazygioo) May 7, 2018
Fortnite, a multiplayer co-op centered on 100 players fighting to be the last man standing, has been the breakout game of the year thus far. And according to Entertainment Weekly, the limited-time run of the Avengers-themed gameplay will feature an Infinity Gauntlet. "The artifact containing all six Infinity Stones - the same one Thanos used to cripple Earth's Mightiest Heroes on the big screen - will appear on the map," it reported, adding, "Whomsoever finds and equips it will transform into Thanos himself, wielding all the power that comes with him."
Trying to say this without spoiling Infinity War...
but if you find the gauntlet in Fortnite does that mean that you can...
ya know...
👌🏼 ⚖️- davis. (@OpTicHitch) May 7, 2018
While details are being kept under wraps at this stage - and there's no indication as to what Thanos's involvement will, in fact, be - you can bet we'll be keeping a very close eye on social media until the mash-up drops. So stay tuned, and at the very least, make sure your Fortnite is fully up-to-date (and your credit card information accurate!) as we have a feeling you're going to want to check out this new development ASAP.
What You Need to Know About Snapchat's New Bitmoji Deluxe
Snapchat first launched a Bitmoji integration back in the summer of 2016, allowing users to insert their very own cartoon avatars into their snaps and chats with a few simple taps on their mobile phones. A year and a half later, Bitmoji is an integral part of the platform; from 3D World Lenses to Snap Map Actionmojis, they're one of the most fun ways to put yourself in the center of the action, and share your experiences with friends and family. But on Jan. 30, Snapchat announced a very, very exciting new update - and it goes by the name of Bitmoji Deluxe.
The update - which is based, in part, on feedback collected from Snapchat's many users - offers a far broader selection of skin tones, physical attributes, and style choices in an effort to make Bitmoji more inclusive. What's more, each avatar no longer needs to be heteronormative; instead, a Bitmoji can draw from masculine and feminine attributes in order to best represent the user.
Bitmoji Deluxe also comes with the ability to build your avatar side-by-side with a selfie of your choosing, allowing for the easiest avatar creation imaginable - and, naturally, the chance to take into account each and every one of the hundreds of new choices you now have when deciding what your Bitmoji looks like. And if you aren't interested in updating your Bitmoji, you have the option to keep your avatar as is - when you go to the settings menu in Snapchat and then select "change avatar style," you can choose to remain with Bitmoji "Classic," go back to Bitstrips, or upgrade to Bitmoji Deluxe.
Ahead, check out the new Bitmoji Deluxe in action - and get ready to make your best Snapchat Bitmoji avatar yet.
7 To-Do List Apps to Help You Sort Out Your Life
As someone who loves planning and making lists of every single task I need to finish, it's been a struggle figuring out the right way to create a to-do list. I used to write everything down in a planner, but when I was at work, I'd end up writing other tasks on Post-it notes - and they'd never make it back to my planner. After finally giving up my planner, I decided it was time to give in and download an app to suit my to-do list needs. If you're trying to do the same, take a look at the seven apps we like ahead. Most are free to download but include premium features you'll need to pay for.
20 Utterly Shocking Photos of the Devastating Volcanic Eruption in Hawaii
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano first erupted last week after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake rocked Big Island, and a staggering four days later it continues to spew lava. The damage to the Leilani Estates neighborhood is ongoing, and as of the morning of May 7, 35 structures (including at least 26 homes) have been destroyed, according to CNN. Residents first spotted cracks forming in some roads on May 2, and by May 4, the volcano's cracks began to release steam, ultimately bursting with lava after the giant earthquake hit. The county ordered more than 1,500 residents to evacuate.
"We have heard from people around the world concerned about Hawaii's welfare and want to reassure everyone that this is limited to a remote region on the slopes of Kilauea volcano," Hawaii Governor David Ige said in a statement. "Everywhere else in the Hawaiian Islands is not affected." But scientists predict there could be more eruptions and earthquakes "perhaps for months to come," so the effects are far from over. The massive earthquake is the biggest one to hit Big Island since 1975, and Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes.
Leilani Estates residents are flocking to American Red Cross shelters and finding safe ground as lava flows and smoke billows through their neighborhood. Take a look at 20 images from the natural disaster that show just how surreal it is.
The 11 Creative Design Trends That Will Define 2018
Let's be honest: there are few greater pleasures in life than spotting a perfect, gorgeous, inescapable image that stays with you for days. It's what drives Instagram users to dig deep for that perfect inspiring photo, and why Pinterest continues to be the go-to destination for Zen planning. But for stock photo, video, and music agency Shutterstock - a company that specializes in that perfect image - our searching and downloading habits also help to provide an altogether different service: predicting exactly what will drive creative design over the coming weeks and months.
The 2018 edition of Shutterstock's Creative Trends Report was released on Jan. 17 and provides a huge amount of insight into what the internet loved the most last year and how the most popular searches will define design aesthetics in the year to come. Ahead, check out the 11 trends that the company predicts will "dominate" pop culture and design this year - and be sure to check out the full report over on the Shutterstock site.
How My Father and Other Latinx Business Owners Are Dealing With the New Age of Gentefication
Image Source: Instagram user elabuelo.restaurant
Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles County, in the city of San Fernando, you'll find a restaurant that offers birria, micheladas, and mariachi every Friday night. It's called El Abuelo, and it's been owned and operated by my father for the last 15 years.
My father took over ownership two weeks shy of my 12th birthday. I worked at El Abuelo until I turned 24 - and in case you were wondering, yes, it was weird being the only kid at my middle school with a job. Over the years, my best friend and a few family members were also among the restaurant's staff; my stepmother, who met my father at the restaurant, now co-owns the business with my father. That small print on our business cards that says "Family owned and operated"? Yeah, we aren't bluffing.
While our family-friendly motto and clientele have remained the same, our neighborhood hasn't. Chipotle, Buffalo Wild Wings, and multiple sushi joints are just some of our newer, more corporate neighbors - but their arrivals didn't worry my father. He firmly believed his customers, which admittedly were temporarily distracted by the fancier, shinier establishments, would eventually make their way back to their favorite bowl of menudo in a few weeks' time. He wasn't wrong, thankfully, and while the restaurant continues to thrive, I still can't help but worry that it will one day be swept away by gentrification, or its browner, equally problematic relative: gentefication.
Gentefication's Complex, Brown History
Gentefication (no, that's not a typo) is a relatively new term, one that still hasn't received a Webster definition. But it's made more than a few cameos in articles by The New York Times and various community blogs. The important distinction here is that gentefiers aren't strangers to their communities - they're actually from the neighborhood they're helping gentrify. It's a play on the word "gente," which means "people" in Spanish, and gentrification, which means the process of renovating neighborhoods by conforming to middle-class taste and displacing low-income businesses. When we think of gentrifiers, many of us imagine a Caucasian middle-class hipster with a man bun and a plate of $12 avocado toast, not a community member who might've grown up in the same block as the small business they're pushing out. As Gustavo Arellano, California columnist for the Los Angeles Times, puts it, "Gentefication is basically gentrification with a brown happy face."
I may be sipping a sangria while bobbing my head to Cardi B, but at what cost?
While the exact origin of the word is still up for debate, Los Angeles Magazine credits Guillermo Uribe, owner of Boyle Heights bar Eastside Luv, for coming up with the label in 2007. In an interview with the magazine several years ago, Uribe, a self-proclaimed gentefier, explained, "If gentrification is happening, it might as well be from people who care about the existing culture. In the case of Boyle Heights, it would be best if the gente decide to invest in improvements because they are more likely to preserve its integrity."
I have been a customer of Uribe's bar for almost five years, and not just because of its amazing sangria - because it is one of the few places where I can dance to Drake and corridos in the same night. Being a first-generation Mexican-American woman in my late 20s, I fall into the (almost) cliche group of Latinxs who idolize Frida Kahlo, dance to Morrissey, and quote 1997's Selena (anything for Selenas!). Businesses like Uribe's speak to the unique, blended upbringing and tastes of first-, second-, and even third-generation Latinxs like myself. But instead of fixing their neighborhood's existing gentrification problem, they're adding to it by displacing immigrant businesses. I may be sipping a sangria while bobbing my head to Cardi B, but at what cost?
Image Source: Natalie Rivera
New vs. Old Fashion
If my dad could describe his customer demographic, he'd guess that half of his customers are on the older side of the spectrum. He's OK with that, and why shouldn't he be? These customers who've been coming back for years, despite newer, hipper restaurants moving in, are paying his bills. The food and family-friendly environment have more or less remained the same; while my dad has made some new additions to the restaurant, he's ignored advice from friends, family, and even me - all of whom have suggested the staff make more of an effort to attract younger customers. Instead, my dad has chosen to focus on providing his regulars with the restaurant they know and love. And according to Arellano, my dad is making a smart move.
"I think the best advertising I have is word of mouth."
"Hipsters are parasites, frankly," Arellano told me during a recent phone conversation. "They suck out the life of a neighborhood, and then once it's not cool anymore, they go somewhere else, so I would warn against trying to appeal to this new demographic."
A few years back, my stepmother suggested that my father and his staff be extra cordial to millennial customers, because they might be more inclined to share photos of our food on social media. "Be nice to the foodies," she'd tell my dad. While his wife's suggestion, in retrospect, made sense, it didn't really help the restaurant in any meaningful way.
"Honestly, I've never seen any foodie bring in business to my place," my dad told me. "I think the best advertising I have is word of mouth. I have paid for advertising, and honestly I don't see any difference. I think the place, the service, speaks for itself."
Arellano is also a strong believer in the power of word-of-mouth advertising. It's possible for immigrant-run businesses to attract old and new customers, he notes; for proof, look no further than the loncheras, or food trucks, in the city of Santa Ana where Arellano works.
"There's a lonchera, a pink taco truck, that gets a whole lot of hipsters," Arellano explained. "But it still gets, like, the lack of the term, the paisas, you know, the working-class Mexicans, and they haven't changed anything."
Staying true to your product and to your customers might seem like a great weapon, the most viable way forward for immigrant business owners fighting gentrification and gentefication - but in actuality, it might not be enough. So, what is?
Image Source: Natalie Rivera
Landlords Don't Owe Us Sh*t
"A landlord has no obligation to his community or to the community where his properties are."
Ah, landlords. With their suits and their formal notices, landlords are arguably the people's greatest and oldest villain. Yet, while some of us might not agree with their development plans and rent increases, the truth of the matter is, landlords really don't owe us sh*t.
"A landlord has no obligation to his community or to the community where his properties are," Arellano explained. "His or her obligation is to their pocketbook, so the only real way that businesses can protect themselves is by becoming their own landlords."
My father is not his own landlord, and while I fully believe in the power of his hustle, with the rising property rates in San Fernando, I doubt he'll own the building the restaurant's situated in anytime soon. Arellano points to how difficult and expensive it is to own a building and names it as a reason he recommends business owners team up with community land trusts. CLTs are nonprofit, community-based organizations dedicated to ensuring community stewardship of land - and enabling the businesses that make our communities what they are to stay in business. But while immigrant business owners are out strategizing ways to stay afloat, there's something gentefiers can do as well.
It's a Hard Walk to Walk
In 2015, Helados Pops Ice Cream moved into the space directly next to El Abuelo. Owned and run by a young immigrant family, the shop has been a hit with San Fernando residents and the internet (Insider did a video about Pops' infamous coconut shell sundaes, and it garnered five million views on Facebook). New to the block, Pops has been nothing but friendly to its neighbors, including my father. The two businesses scratch each other's backs - my father and stepmother suggest customers try the business next door, and vice versa.
Budding friendships between businesses like El Abuelo and Pops is a great way for establishments, whether gentefying or not, to coexist. Some gentefiers, like Eastside Luv's Uribe, argue that they genuinely wish to make their neighborhood a better place. While I'm sure they say this with sincerity, as the old saying goes: actions speak louder than words.
"If you say you're going to be for the community, then really be for the community," Arellano said. "Don't be getting your meat from some hipster butcher all the way on the other side of Los Angeles."
While this won't entirely solve gentefication, Arellano still urges gentefiers who might feel conflicted or guilty to make an effort, whether that be supporting neighboring businesses or teaming up with them for projects. For my father's newer neighbors, that means spreading the word about my father's amazing food to their customers.
"It's hard, but you know, at least you're putting your money back into the community," Arellano said. "It's a hard walk to walk, but you should try to walk it regardless."
Incredible, Brilliant Women Who Left a Mark on Science
In the current political climate, it's become increasingly clear to women all over the country how important is to make their voices heard. Last year's Women's March, which took place in several cities and countries all over the world on Jan. 21, was only the beginning of what has become a global movement led by women. Whether you're marching in protests in your own town or looking to find inspiration from past groundbreaking women, look no further than these female scientists who had to overcome various struggles and obstacles to achieve their dreams.
We're paying respect to Marie Curie and other women who left their mark on modern life through science. These women prove that physics, wireless technology, and computer programming aren't just traits of a boys' club and that science is the coolest subject of all.
- Additional reporting by Nicole Nguyen and Ann-Marie Alcántara
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