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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How a Single Question From Sen. Kamala Harris Revealed the Real Brett Kavanaugh
On Sept. 5, the Senate Judiciary Committee got its first chance to question Judge Brett Kavanaugh, Trump's latest nomination to the Supreme Court. Kavanaugh's nomination has stoked deep and justifiable concern for the future of key human rights issues, such as marriage equality, voting rights, healthcare access, criminal justice, and gun safety. But, most glaringly - in light of the Trump administration's deliberate agenda of derailing reproductive rights and years of Republican politicians unabashedly calling for the end of Roe v. Wade - Kavanaugh's nomination poses an existential threat to abortion rights in America. And you'd know this if you watched women senators on the Judiciary Committee question Kavanaugh this week. Their presence at the hearings has made it clear how absolutely indispensable representation in politics is in times like these.
Kavanaugh's record on reproductive rights includes siding with the Trump administration's right to block a detained young immigrant woman, Jane Doe, from accessing abortion; voicing support for the dissent in Roe; and ruling in favor of employers' right to deny women birth control access. In emails marked confidential that were released early Thursday by Sen. Cory Booker, Kavanaugh argued Roe isn't actually settled law, contrary to his public claims, and that the Supreme Court could "overrule its precedent" at any time.
On the first day of questioning, Sen. Kamala Harris, one of few women - and one of even fewer women of color - in the Senate, exposed the misogyny inherent to Kavanaugh's decision in the aforementioned Jane Doe case. Kavanaugh repeatedly evaded questions about Roe and reproductive rights asked by Senators Mazie Hirono and Dianne Feinstein, spurring Harris to eventually ask if he could name any laws "that the government has power to make over the male body." Visibly stumped by the question for some time, Kavanaugh finally answered that he could not, proving a crucial point about gender, abortion, and control that women know so well - a point that took a woman to get across so masterfully.
CSPAN has posted the entire nearly 8-minute exchange between Kamala Harris and Kavanaugh on the Mueller probe. It is worth your time. pic.twitter.com/ezJVEuDeUK
- Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 6, 2018
It's no secret that women politicians have been the most vocal critics of Kavanugh's record on reproductive rights. Outside of the Judiciary Committee and prior to this week's hearings, Sen. Patty Murray's office has collected stories, en masse, FROM women in America who have had abortions. Senators Elizabeth Warren and Kirsten Gillibrand have refused to mince words, and declared that not only will Roe be reversed or gutted if Kavanaugh is confirmed but that women will quite literally die as a result.
The Kavanaugh hearings, as well as the movement to reject Kavanaugh at large, show how impactful diverse leadership has been. Women have been the ones to ensure that the right questions are being asked and that attention is brought to crucial points in his record that would likely otherwise be ignored. Kavanaugh's record and potential on the court pose grave risks to the rights and safety of women, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, and all marginalized groups. Our representatives who identify with these groups know what's at stake because of their own experiences. That's why they're the ones speaking up so vocally for us - and that's why we need more of them.
Sen. Booker, one of three black senators, demonstrated this when he questioned Kavanaugh regarding his buried record on race and criminal justice - before ultimately releasing the confidential emails the next day. Harris questioned Kavanaugh on the 2017 Charlottesville riots. Sen. Hirono, the first Asian-American woman elected to the Senate, has been another key leader in questioning not only Kavanaugh's record on abortion rights but his views on Native people of Hawaii.
But when it comes to issues of women's rights specifically - despite the voices of politicians like Sen. Richard Blumenthal, who brought up the Jane Doe case during the hearings - we can only expect so much of male allies in office. Too often, reproductive rights are discussed tangentially or as a "social issue" - if they're even discussed at all in progressive spaces that are male-led.
It takes female representatives, who know from their experiences that reproductive rights are also about economic justice and violence against women's bodies, to speak as forcefully as Harris. It takes women like Sen. Feinstein to correctly remind Kavanaugh and the nation that 200,000 to 1.2 million women died of unsafe abortions annually in the 1950s and '60s before Roe.
Still, women like Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski may well vote to confirm Kavanaugh. A self-identified "liberal feminist" lawyer may support him and even introduced him to the Senate on Tuesday.
But this doesn't change the reality: a surge in restrictions on abortions in recent years has yielded a surge in maternal deaths in the US. It doesn't change the fact that restrictions on abortion fail to stop women from having abortions but will simply increase their risk of injury and death. It doesn't change the fact that one in four women has an abortion before turning 45. And it certainly doesn't change the fact that Harris, Feinstein, Hirono, Gillibrand, Warren, and all the vocal female leaders fighting Kavanaugh represent and speak for the majority of women - not only in the Senate, but in the United States of America.
Break the Internet With These 50+ Clever Costumes
If it were up to us, no one would need an excuse to dress up in their favorite geeky garb. But the way we see it, Halloween is the perfect chance to go all out and blow everyone else's regular ol' costumes out of the water. Maybe you're looking to dress as a Star Wars character or your favorite comic personality or a hilarious Internet cat - or maybe you're still undecided. Either way, you'll find all the inspiration you need right here.
- Additional reporting by Ann-Marie Alcántara
26 Perfect Pairs of Black Boots You'll Wear Again and Again This Fall
Bring on the boots, because we are so ready to pile them up in our closets. It may not be Fall just yet, but designers are already releasing much of their seasonal collections. We curated a list of our favorite pairs of black boots because they're such a necessary wardrobe staple. The shoes truly go with everything. Shop through these cute choices.
17 Versatile Dresses You Should Pack For Every Vacation
What exactly makes a dress perfect for traveling? For us, there are several key players. First and foremost, it should be comfortable, so no matter how long your walks are or how late your dinners run, you won't be dying to take it off at the end of the day. Versatility is the second most important trait. The more you can wear it with, the less you need to pack. Ahead, you'll find 17 dresses that fit the bill for your next trip. You can mix and match them with just about every shoe and jacket in your closet. What are you waiting for? Get yours before it's too late.
The Queen Hasn't Worn Pants in Nearly 50 Years - Here's Why She Did
The British royal family is a fashionable bunch, and the most fashionable one of all? Well, Elizabeth II of course. The British Monarch is no stranger to a fashion show, and just like Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle, she puts a lot of thought into her outfits, meaning there are almost always reasons for why she does (or doesn't) wear certain things. But there's one thing the queen absolutely never chooses for royal engagements: pants.
The one and only time the queen wore trousers on official duty was during her tour of Canada in 1970 with Prince Philip, nearly 50 years ago. She wore a matte silk pantsuit by designer Ian Thomas in an effort to modernize her look. Clearly, she didn't favor slacks, as she hasn't worn many pairs since. You might have spotted her wearing the staple during leisure time or riding her beloved horses, but she won't wear them on duty. And you certainly wouldn't find her wearing jeans like Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle.
The queen likes to keep her style simple and practical, but she doesn't lack a flair for fashion, particularly when it comes to colors. You'll often see her in a brightly colored coat with a matching hat, stylish handbag, and her go-to loafers. She chooses this tried-and-tested ensemble so often for one simple reason: so the public can easily recognize her.
Princess Diana's Niece Might Not Be a Royal, but She Sure Has the Wardrobe of One
From strutting her stuff on the runway to being one of the most stylish guests at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding, Kitty Spencer is slowly but surely taking over the fashion scene. As a member of the British aristocracy, the 27-year-old niece of Princess Diana leads a very glamorous life, and she certainly has the wardrobe to match.
Whether she's attending parties or joining her royal cousins at Ascot, Kitty knows what suits her figure. Not afraid to flaunt it, she's been spotted in anything from lingerie-inspired dresses to full-on princess gowns, which her Instagram followers love as much as we do. Ahead, take a look at some of Kitty's best looks to date.
3 Cheers For 2-Day Shipping! You Can Now Buy J.Crew on Amazon!
Did you hear? J.Crew, one of our go-to basics brands, has joined forces with Amazon! J. Crew Mercantile is now available from the online retailer - which means you can say hello to all your new favorite jeans, T-shirts, and jackets that much sooner, thanks to the two-day shipping Amazon is beloved for. Plus, everything in the collection is under $100, so your wallet and your closet will both thank you. But what are we waiting for? Let's get shopping!
Meghan Markle Stuck to This Old-School Rule by Matching Her Heels to Her Bright Blue Dress
There really is no rest when you're a royal. Fresh from her flawless appearances at a special performance of Hamilton and the WellChild awards, Meghan Markle once again stepped out on the arm of her husband, Prince Harry, for a charitable event. This time around, the royal couple attended the 100 Days to Peace concert, which raised funds for a number of charities, including Heads Together - a charity founded by Prince Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
Having stuck to all-black looks for her most recent outings - a look that is quickly becoming the new Duchess of Sussex's trademark - this time, Meghan opted for a bright blue Jason Wu dress. She accessorized the dress with a Dior clutch and went back to basics by wearing matching Aquazzura heels with an eye-catching, embellished strap. She looked polished, modern, and put-together as she arrived at Westminster Central Hall for the gala event. Keep reading to see the look from every angle.
See Gigi Hadid's Many Impressive Halloween Costumes - From Every Angle
Gigi Hadid has a long history of rocking envy-inducing looks. Whether she's strutting in designer duds on the runway or hitting the town in perfectly put-together street style outfits, she serves up outfit inspiration on the regular. And for this supermodel babe, that includes on Halloween.
From a young age, Bella's older sis has brought her A-game for the spookiest day of the year - and lucky for us, she's frequently shared those throwback dress-up moments on Instagram. From an adorable butterfly to a sexy cub scout, Gigi's been outfitted in all types of trick-or-treat-ready ensembles, and each one of them is scary good. Ahead, the model's most masterful Halloween costumes that are sure to give you some ideas of your own.
Do You Hear That? It's These 10 Booties From Urban Outfitters Calling Your Name
We love a good bootie, and Urban Outfitters has some lust-worthy picks. The retailer just put out new options in leather, suede, and a variety of colors. If you're not sure what to buy, we rounded up a selection of our favorite picks. You'll want to rock these all the way through Winter, so they're smart investments.
28 Times Selena Gomez's Airport Style Was On Point and Then Some
Selena Gomez spends a lot of hours on airplanes - thanks to all that jet-setting to exotic locations wearing the cutest swimsuits and posing for hot magazine covers. Through the years, the singer and actress has picked up a trick or two about dressing warm for the frigid temperatures inside the plane, always being ready for the paparazzi, and packing a practical but gorgeous bag with all the essentials. Her outfits are stylish and comfortable and provide plenty of airport and street style inspiration. See all the times Selena's style was ready to fly away, then check out her new collection with Coach.
I Love This Flattering Wrap Dress So Much, I've Worn It Once a Week For an Entire Year
I had been on a quest for the perfect little black dress for months, without any luck. I am a big-time shopper, so I'm not exaggerating when I say I tried on hundreds of options. Finally, on a Friday, sifting through the racks of Nordstrom, I came across this Topshop Ruffle Minidress ($55). I immediately ran into the fitting room, and even under unflattering, harsh lighting, I looked great in the piece. I loved it so much, I bought it in two colors on the spot.
That was a year ago, and I still find myself reaching for that same dress every weekend when I'm going out. So what makes it so special? For starters, it's a wrap dress, which is a universally flattering silhouette for women. I have a curvier, hourglass figure, and this dress lays in all the right places - it cinches my waist, shows off just a hint of cleavage, and covers my upper arms. It ticks off all the boxes on my checklist.
It's a wrap dress, which is a universally flattering silhouette for women.
The ruffled skirt adds a bit of movement, and the button-front closure allows me to never worry about my dress flying open (let's be real - that's a legitimate worry with wrap dresses). The 100 percent polyester fabric never creases or wrinkles, even when I'm sitting down. Its versatile silhouette allows me to style the look in many ways; I have worn the dress with sneakers and a denim jacket as well as with heels and a leather jacket.
I'm telling you: this is a magical dress. Buy one for yourself before it sells out and you'll be as obsessed as I am - pinky promise.
The Internet's Most Popular Jumpsuit Is Great For Work, Weekends, and More
When I feel like making a statement, I put on a jumpsuit. There's something so powerful and put-together about the look. Whether you're going to brunch with the girls or headed to the office, a jumpsuit is a totally appropriate and stylish look. That's why I wasn't surprised to learn that this LAINAB Jumpsuit With Pockets ($20-$22) is one of the bestselling pieces on Amazon right now.
The comfortable piece can easily be dressed up with strappy heels or down with sandals, depending on where you're headed. The rayon and spandex blend fabric is soft and stretchy so you can easily move around. Plus, the drawstring waist allows you to get a perfect fit. Our favorite feature is definitely the pockets - they're convenient for your phone, keys, or lipstick.
Don't waste any time adding this design to your cart; you never know how long it will be for sale. We can't wait to give this jumpsuit a try. Read on to see more color options.
Your Fall Wardrobe Won't Be Complete Without These 25 Long-Sleeved Dresses
As you start shopping for your perfect Fall wardrobe, there's one piece you should consider: a long-sleeved dress. These comfy pieces are the ultimate way to take your favorite trend into a new season. Not only are they stylish, but they keep you warm and match with pretty much everything you already own. You can dress one up with heels and a pretty clutch or simply wear it with sneakers and a leather jacket for a more casual look. Not sure where to start shopping? Not to worry, we uncovered 25 must haves worth owning this season. Keep scrolling to shop our favorite finds.
7 Must Haves From Our POPSUGAR at Kohl’s Collection
Check out a few of our favorite pieces from the POPSUGAR at Kohl's collection - along with some helpful styling tips! These are the clothes we live in, play in, and love in.
Be sure to check out every single piece from the line before it hits stores on Sept. 13.
Kaia Gerber Started Off NYFW With a Bang in This Lavender Gown
Sure, Kaia Gerber is 17, but she's quickly become one of the most talked-about models since she made her runway debut during Spring 2018 Fashion Week. This season, Kaia started off New York Fashion Week with a bang walking for Tom Ford. The leggy model wore a breathtaking fringe dress that swayed as she made her way down the runway. Kaia is clearly making her mother, Cindy Crawford, proud. Read on to see what Kaia's been wearing this Fashion Month, then have a look at all the stars who've sat in the front row.
Related: Kaia Gerber's Heels Are Pretty Much Just Diamond Stilts That She Dared to Walk On
Olivia Munn's Shoe Collection Is So Sexy, You'll Break a Sweat
Olivia Munn has a way of oozing sex appeal without even trying, and it's probably because she has one of the sexiest wardrobes we've ever seen. While Olivia loves to show off her killer body in barely there swimsuits and skintight dresses, her insanely sexy shoe collection is the reason she always looks good from head to toe.
Whether she's walking the red carpet or just heading out for a night on the town, Olivia's shoe game is always on point. From sky-high stilettos to over-the-knee boots and strappy sandals, her killer footwear can make the most boring outfits look hotter than hot. Keep reading to see all the times Olivia's sexy shoes left us reaching for a glass of water, then shop similar versions for yourself.
50 States of Quirky Town Names
The United States is an interesting place, to say the least. With such a huge variety of people and culture and history, it's no wonder there's also a huge variety of interesting city names as well. Sure, you have the run-of-the-mill names like New York, but did you know there's a town in Utah called Virgin? Or a place in Georgia called Butts County? Those do indeed exist. For even more quirky city names, keep reading.
7 Nontouristy Travel Destinations For Those Who Hate People
Some of us just don't like people, and that's OK. But the struggle of not wanting to be surrounded by crowds becomes even more real when it comes to travel - unless you know where to escape to. We've searched for stunning destinations that aren't overridden by tourists so that you don't have to sacrifice your sanity on your next vacation. The next time you really need to get away from everyone, look to these seven spots around the world.
5 Things to Know About Kamala Harris's Husband, Douglas Emhoff
Senator Kamala Harris is quickly becoming a household name for her refusal to be silenced or interrupted by her male colleagues. And, since some are already speculating about a possible 2020 presidential run for Harris, interest in her personal life has grown. Here's what you need to know about her husband, Douglas Emhoff.
He's also a lawyer.
Emhoff is currently a partner at DLA Piper in Century City and Washington DC. Previously, he was the managing West Coast director at Venable LLP.
Emhoff recently took the bar again.
Though Emhoff is based in LA, he recently took the bar in Washington DC and was sworn in on March 10, 2017.
My swearing in ceremony for DC Bar today with my lovely wife @KamalaHarris. pic.twitter.com/PrsQSZOage
- Douglas Emhoff (@douglasemhoff) March 10, 2017
He met Harris on a blind date.
Emhoff, who was previously married and has two children, met Harris on a blind date that was "set up by a close friend of Harris's," according to SFGate. The two were married in August 2014 at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Harris's sister, also a lawyer, officiated the ceremony.
He says his biggest mistake was lashing out in court.
In an interview with Law360, Emhoff retells a story of his earlier days in law, when he loudly accused another lawyer of lying in court. Though he contends that the other lawyer truly was lying, he learned that "you don't lose your cool, ever, and just file away the information to be used at the appropriate time, in an appropriate manner." In the same interview, he revealed that his toughest lawsuit was against a con man in Orange County, CA. The suit, which was brought up by "a group of Midwestern investors," was difficult but settled in trial. Since then, he's even kept in touch with the investors.
Emhoff's and Harris's tax returns show they earned $1.7 million in 2015.
According to the Sacramento Bee, which asked for the then-Senate candidate's tax returns in 2016, the form also revealed that the two paid about $450,000 in state and federal income taxes and gave $32,947 to charity.
If you're interested in following Harris's life from her husband's viewpoint, you can follow Emhoff on Twitter, where he keeps an active presence and posts photos of them together.
Pre Howard U Commencement address with my amazing wife and proud Howard grad @KamalaHarris! pic.twitter.com/ctGVVKyfxG
- Douglas Emhoff (@douglasemhoff) May 13, 2017
Should You Buy a Disney World Annual Pass?
Walt Disney World is a magical place filled with memories and countless adventures for everyone. Let's be honest, Walt Disney World is also very expensive, and many people plan for years to go there. Everything from tickets, to food, and extra entertainment costs at the parks, but what if there was a way to save money, and get to go to all four Walt Disney World theme parks with limited blackout times?
A Walt Disney World annual pass might be the thing for you if you visit regularly and are willing to commit to going to the parks for a whole year. There are varying levels of annual pass options at Walt Disney World, but let's assume that you live outside of the state of Florida, meaning your pass would be the Platinum Pass for non-Florida residents. The Platinum Pass costs $849 (plus tax) for ages three and up. There is a monthly payment plan option, but it's only available for Florida residents.
Is a Disney World annual pass worth it? Keep reading to learn more about the perks and decide for yourself if it's the right fit for you!
Related: Is a Disneyland Pass Worth It? We Asked Pass-Holders to Find Out
How a Single Question From Sen. Kamala Harris Revealed the Real Brett Kavanaugh
On Sept. 5, the Senate Judiciary Committee got its first chance to question Judge Brett Kavanaugh, Trump's latest nomination to the Supreme Court. Kavanaugh's nomination has stoked deep and justifiable concern for the future of key human rights issues, such as marriage equality, voting rights, healthcare access, criminal justice, and gun safety. But, most glaringly - in light of the Trump administration's deliberate agenda of derailing reproductive rights and years of Republican politicians unabashedly calling for the end of Roe v. Wade - Kavanaugh's nomination poses an existential threat to abortion rights in America. And you'd know this if you watched women senators on the Judiciary Committee question Kavanaugh this week. Their presence at the hearings has made it clear how absolutely indispensable representation in politics is in times like these.
Kavanaugh's record on reproductive rights includes siding with the Trump administration's right to block a detained young immigrant woman, Jane Doe, from accessing abortion; voicing support for the dissent in Roe; and ruling in favor of employers' right to deny women birth control access. In emails marked confidential that were released early Thursday by Sen. Cory Booker, Kavanaugh argued Roe isn't actually settled law, contrary to his public claims, and that the Supreme Court could "overrule its precedent" at any time.
On the first day of questioning, Sen. Kamala Harris, one of few women - and one of even fewer women of color - in the Senate, exposed the misogyny inherent to Kavanaugh's decision in the aforementioned Jane Doe case. Kavanaugh repeatedly evaded questions about Roe and reproductive rights asked by Senators Mazie Hirono and Dianne Feinstein, spurring Harris to eventually ask if he could name any laws "that the government has power to make over the male body." Visibly stumped by the question for some time, Kavanaugh finally answered that he could not, proving a crucial point about gender, abortion, and control that women know so well - a point that took a woman to get across so masterfully.
CSPAN has posted the entire nearly 8-minute exchange between Kamala Harris and Kavanaugh on the Mueller probe. It is worth your time. pic.twitter.com/ezJVEuDeUK
- Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 6, 2018
It's no secret that women politicians have been the most vocal critics of Kavanugh's record on reproductive rights. Outside of the Judiciary Committee and prior to this week's hearings, Sen. Patty Murray's office has collected stories, en masse, FROM women in America who have had abortions. Senators Elizabeth Warren and Kirsten Gillibrand have refused to mince words, and declared that not only will Roe be reversed or gutted if Kavanaugh is confirmed but that women will quite literally die as a result.
The Kavanaugh hearings, as well as the movement to reject Kavanaugh at large, show how impactful diverse leadership has been. Women have been the ones to ensure that the right questions are being asked and that attention is brought to crucial points in his record that would likely otherwise be ignored. Kavanaugh's record and potential on the court pose grave risks to the rights and safety of women, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, and all marginalized groups. Our representatives who identify with these groups know what's at stake because of their own experiences. That's why they're the ones speaking up so vocally for us - and that's why we need more of them.
Sen. Booker, one of three black senators, demonstrated this when he questioned Kavanaugh regarding his buried record on race and criminal justice - before ultimately releasing the confidential emails the next day. Harris questioned Kavanaugh on the 2017 Charlottesville riots. Sen. Hirono, the first Asian-American woman elected to the Senate, has been another key leader in questioning not only Kavanaugh's record on abortion rights but his views on Native people of Hawaii.
But when it comes to issues of women's rights specifically - despite the voices of politicians like Sen. Richard Blumenthal, who brought up the Jane Doe case during the hearings - we can only expect so much of male allies in office. Too often, reproductive rights are discussed tangentially or as a "social issue" - if they're even discussed at all in progressive spaces that are male-led.
It takes female representatives, who know from their experiences that reproductive rights are also about economic justice and violence against women's bodies, to speak as forcefully as Harris. It takes women like Sen. Feinstein to correctly remind Kavanaugh and the nation that 200,000 to 1.2 million women died of unsafe abortions annually in the 1950s and '60s before Roe.
Still, women like Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski may well vote to confirm Kavanaugh. A self-identified "liberal feminist" lawyer may support him and even introduced him to the Senate on Tuesday.
But this doesn't change the reality: a surge in restrictions on abortions in recent years has yielded a surge in maternal deaths in the US. It doesn't change the fact that restrictions on abortion fail to stop women from having abortions but will simply increase their risk of injury and death. It doesn't change the fact that one in four women has an abortion before turning 45. And it certainly doesn't change the fact that Harris, Feinstein, Hirono, Gillibrand, Warren, and all the vocal female leaders fighting Kavanaugh represent and speak for the majority of women - not only in the Senate, but in the United States of America.
Break the Internet With These 50+ Clever Costumes
If it were up to us, no one would need an excuse to dress up in their favorite geeky garb. But the way we see it, Halloween is the perfect chance to go all out and blow everyone else's regular ol' costumes out of the water. Maybe you're looking to dress as a Star Wars character or your favorite comic personality or a hilarious Internet cat - or maybe you're still undecided. Either way, you'll find all the inspiration you need right here.
- Additional reporting by Ann-Marie Alcántara
50 of Our All-Time Favorite Smoothie Recipes
A smoothie is a convenient meal or snack option anytime - just throw your ingredients in a blender, pour into a glass, and enjoy. Even better: the ingredient possibilities for shakes and smoothies are endless. We should know; we're always in the kitchen creating and re-creating our favorite healthy smoothie recipes. Keep reading to see which healthy smoothies we've been blending up lately!
9 Relaxing Stretches You Can Do in Bed, Then Doze Off to Dreamland
Stretching has a way of melting away stress and worry, but there's no need to unroll your yoga mat. Here are nine stretches you can do in your pajamas and your bed - either before you go to sleep or once your alarm goes off - or both! Do all nine if you have time, or just pick a few. Either way, you'll feel more relaxed, whether you're heading to the land of nod or waking with the sun.
10 Products You Need to Become a Morning Person
When it comes to waking up earlier without feeling tired, we'll try anything. We're so envious of those morning people, the ones that can just hop out of bed and get their day started while we hit snooze 57 times. If you need a little help waking up in the morning, you've come to the right place. These are the products that will help start your day off on the right foot.
In Case You're Confused, Here's EXACTLY How The Nun Connects to The Conjuring
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Warning: spoilers for The Nun are in this post!
Going in to see The Nun, there's no real mystery as to how it connects to the rest of the films in The Conjuring's expanding universe. After all, the demon Valak appears as the habit-donning monster in The Conjuring 2 and even shows up during a postcredits scene at the and of Annabelle: Creation. The real mystery, of course, is how. How does a terrifying nun monster from the 1900s come to haunt Lorraine Warren? Luckily, we do get an answer by the end of The Nun; not only does it connect back to the universe, but it also gives us a supercool full-circle moment that lands right back in The Conjuring's first film. Last chance to turn back before I spoil some things!
OK, so, I'm not going to spend a lot of time talking about the end of The Nun. The basic, basic gist is this: Father Burke (Demián Bichir) and Sister Irene (Taissa Farmiga) think they've vanquished the evil Valak with the help of a local farmboy who calls himself Frenchie, née Maurice. But in the last moments before we leave Romania for good, we realize it's not Irene we have to worry about, because Valak has actually possessed Maurice!
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Cut to a scene that actually appears in The Conjuring: about 40 minutes in, we're at some kind of college lecture that Ed and Lorraine Warren are giving on possession. Carolyn Perron, whose house is plagued by some kind of presence, is in attendance. Ed and Lorraine play footage from an old case in which a man named Maurice was possessed by a demon. In the footage within the scene, we see the actor who plays Maurice (Jonas Bloquet), and he's clearly succumbed to the evil inside him. At the very last moment, he lets out an inhuman howl and looks directly at Lorraine. Lorraine screams.
And there you have it! Though Valak doesn't really appear until the second film in the Conjuring series, we get to throw it all the way back to the beginning to connect another thread. What's interesting is that "Maurice," who originally appeared in The Conjuring, is different, meaning they must have reshot that scene to tie it back into The Nun. Even so, it's cool to see how the creators found a way to throw it back. That's pretty awesome, right?
Here's How the Dark and Twisted Ending of The Nun Goes Down
Warning: the following post contains complete spoilers for The Nun!
Going into a prequel movie like The Nun can be tricky. After all, we already know how it should end: the demon Valak, better and more ominously known as The Nun, will have to emerge victorious if it's going to eventually move on to haunt Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga) in The Conjuring 2. The characters of Father Burke (Demián Bichir) and Sister Irene (Taissa Farmiga) are doomed from the start. Without giving too much away (before I dive into a post ripe with spoilers, teehee), I was pleasantly surprised by the way the creative powers that be handled the story. If you're curious about how they managed to pull off their twist, I'm outlining the entire ending below. This is your last chance to turn back!
OK, so you basically know the gist of the story: Father Burke and Sister Irene go to some remote part of Romania to investigate the suicide of a nun. Once they arrive, they meet the man who discovered the body: a laborer who calls himself "Frenchie." From there, it's a pretty quick turnaround to get them up to the haunted convent, and all hell breaks loose shortly thereafter. Their first night kicks off with scares: Father Burke gets buried alive, while Sister Irene gets terrorized by the demon.
The next day, Burke reads a bunch of books, trying to identify the nature of the demon they're dealing with, while Irene interviews the surviving nuns of the convent. She learns that some crazy duke once opened a gate to Hell on these grounds, and they must pray constantly to keep the evil at bay. Burke learns that the demon is called Valak, and it means business. Cue nightfall.
After a particularly scary sequence, Burke rescues Irene in the chapel, and she realizes all the nuns she's been talking to are long dead, mere specters or visions that are trying to help her solve the mystery. Also, Frenchie inexplicably shows up again at the convent to help them defeat evil. Irene realizes the gate to Hell, which they must close, is in the catacombs. The basement also contains a very important artifact, which they need to seal the gate: the blood of Christ, contained in a glass vial.
The three find the vial and of course get separated in the bowels of the convent. Valak sets sights on a human host to inhabit: Irene. Frenchie and Burke attempt to throw themselves at Valak to save the day, but they are quickly cast aside. All seems lost. Valak holds Irene down in a shallow pool of water until she drowns. This is the ending we expected, right? You'd think it's the moment when Valak wins and possesses Irene's body as the life drains out of her, then goes off into the world. But that's not what happens!
It turns out Irene has put the blood of Christ in her mouth (ew?), and once Valak pulls her out of the water, she spits the blood right in Valak's face. Valak recoils, horrified and burning from the blood, and the water all drains out of the room and into the gaping hole on the floor; it's the original gate to Hell that they've been trying to close all along. Once Valak goes back to the depths of the darkness, the gate closes shut. It's a surprising end that leaves the viewer a bit perplexed, because Valak was supposed to win.
In the aftermath of the terrible ordeal, the trio prepare to leave the convent for good. Irene asks Frenchie - he reveals his name is actually Maurice - if he'll stick around, but he says he's had enough of Romania. Suddenly, in a closeup on his neck, we see a small protrusion: it's an upside-down cross, meaning Valak has actually possessed Maurice and not Irene. In a flashback, we're led to assume that Valak jumped into Maurice right after strangling him and just before the whole water encounter.
The stinger at the end shows how Valak finally makes contact with Lorraine Warren: the demon eventually consumes Maurice completely, and Ed and Lorraine are on hand to assist in the exorcism. The rest is history.
I Waited For a Postcredits Scene After The Nun So You Don't Have To
Warning: I'm putting a spoiler note just in case, but frankly, didn't you know what you were clicking into?
The Nun has finally arrived, meaning we've successfully expanded The Conjuring's universe just a little bit more. While this addition to the horror canon isn't quite as based in fact as its predecessors allegedly are, it's still filled with delicious scares, gut-wrenching twists, and more. And given the fact that its predecessor Annabelle: Creation had two postcredit snippets, I settled in after the final scene to see what sort of teaser-y fun The Nun may hold. Reader, I'm sorry to inform you that there was not a single postcredits frame to be found.
That's right: this time around, director Corin Hardy has opted not to include a stinger at the end. That's OK, I guess, although I really would have appreciated a hint about what's next to come. Are we going to get The Conjuring 3? Are we getting another movie about The Nun, picking up where the end leaves off? Oh well, I guess we'll just have to wait for news announcements the old-fashioned way. Like peasants! Get on the Marvel Cinematic Universe's level, The Conjuring universe.
A Brand-New Surgeon Is Coming to Grey's Anatomy, and He's Going to Make History
Everyone give a warm Seattle welcome to Dr. Nico Kim! TVLine reports that the new doctor, played by relative newcomer Alex Landi, is set to join Grey's Anatomy's upcoming 15th season when it debuts at the end of September, and he's going to make history for one very important reason: Nico will be the series's first gay male surgeon.
Over the course of the last 14 years, there has obviously been plenty of LGBTQ+ representation on the medical drama. Callie Torres (Sara Ramirez), a bisexual surgeon, was in a passionate (and rocky) relationship with lesbian Arizona Robbins (Jessica Capshaw) for years. In the more recent seasons, intern Casey (played by Alex Blue Davis) comes out as "a proud trans man" to Dr. Bailey in the season 14 episode "Out of Nowhere." That being said, none of the prominent LGBTQ+ characters have been male surgeons.
As for Landi, the NYC-born actor is half-Korean and half-Italian and prior to now has appeared in bit roles in TV shows like Bull and Childlike. His recurring stint on the long-running drama will begin this Fall, but other than that, details about Nico are scant. ABC has only confirmed the casting so far, declining to provide additional details about Landi's character or how long he'll be operating at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
Wave Your Hands Up in the Air, Wildcats: A High School Musical TV Show Is Coming
Although the long-rumored High School Musical 4 has yet to come to fruition, we have news of the next best thing: a High School Musical TV show. Disney is rebooting the beloved series - well, technically - for its brand-new streaming service, and this time around, things are getting meta.
For starters, the show's name is High School Musical: The Musical, and it will be shot docu-style as the story plays out over the course of 10 episodes. And, if you haven't guessed it already, the students at East High who decide to put on a musical for their Winter theater production don't pick Grease or Guys and Dolls; they're putting on the High School Musical. Confused yet? According to The Hollywood Reporter, the series will follow the students as they "realize that as much drama happens off-stage as on stage." What's more, every episode will feature a brand-new rendition of a song from the first film, along with an original song.
High School Musical: The Musical is being executive produced by Tim Federle and Oliver Goldstick, the latter of whom worked on Freeform's Pretty Little Liars and therefore knows his way around teenage drama. The cast has yet to be decided, but casting director Julie Ashton is on the hunt for eight series regular roles. Think you have what it takes to star in the new show? Check out the descriptions for the three lead characters, below.
- Ricky: Described as "a snarky sweetheart" and "a B-minus student," Ricky will be the star of (presumably) both shows and is also dating fellow student Nini. Their unexpected breakup is what gives him the idea to star opposite her in the school play in an effort to win her back.
- Nini: It's finally Nini's time to go from chorus girl to star, and she also has a brand-new boyfriend from Summer camp on her arm. She is described as "an iron butterfly" and was voted "most likely to have a Hamilton lyric as her senior quote."
- E.J.: Completing the love triangle between Nini and Ricky is E.J., who is "the type of ambitious entrepre-nerd who brings homemade props to auditions." He is competitive to a fault and isn't going to let anything (or anyone) get in his way of costarring with Nini in the musical.
There's still no official release date for the show, but since Disney's streaming service is set to launch sometime in early 2019, you can bet a premiere date will be around the same time.
Party of Five Is Officially Getting Rebooted on Freeform, but With a Fresh Twist
Apparently, 2018 is the year we'll all become re-obsessed with our favorite '90s franchises. Between the Charmed reboot and another shot at Sister, Sister, we thought all of our nostalgic series dreams had already come true . . . but then came the news that Party of Five will return to screens sometime soon.
If you're envisioning picking up where the original story left off - which was like Seventh Heaven meets The Boxcar Children - think again. The Hollywood Reporter reported back in January that Freeform had picked up the series, and now it's officially moving forward with a pilot order for the reboot, so we'll get at least one episode of the new series. Although original creators Christopher Keyser and Amy Lippman penned the script for the drama, they're adding in a pretty fresh twist - this take on the story will follow a new group of siblings in the wake of their parents' unexpected deportation to Mexico. So don't expect to see Lacey Chabert, Matthew Fox, and the rest of the cast reprise their roles (unless they make cameos) in the reboot!
"Twenty-five years ago, we imagined a story about five kids navigating the world after the untimely death of their parents," Lippman and Keyser said in a statement on Sept. 6. "Today, stories of families being separated, children having to raise themselves in the wake of their parents' deportations, don't require any imagination; they are everywhere. This new iteration of Party of Five isn't a retread of the original; it's a whole new look at kids trying to parent each other in the wake of circumstances beyond their control, yet learning a similar lesson: that families persist no matter how great the obstacles."
For original '90s fans and a new generation of teen viewers who are less familiar with Party of Five, Freeform will reportedly begin airing reruns of the series several nights a week leading up to the reboot. Keep your eyes peeled for details, because we're sure to get the scoop on casting news and release dates sometime soon.
100 Sexy Mila Kunis Pics That Prove Ashton Kutcher Is the Luckiest Man Alive
Mila Kunis has been in the spotlight for over 20 years, but her career has never been better (and neither has her body). When she's not looking insanely cute with Ashton Kutcher or proudly defending her title as "realest mom out there," she's killing it both on and off screen - most recently alongside Kate McKinnon in The Spy Who Dumped Me (which has gifted us with a comedic duo we never even knew we were missing from our lives). From spoiled teen Jackie Burkhart on That '70s Show to a stunning mama of two, here are just 100 of Mila's sexiest looks along the way.
Ashley Graham and Justin Ervin's US Open PDA Is So Cute, We Forgot About the Game
The US Open continued in NYC on Wednesday night, but we got so distracted by Ashley Graham and husband Justin Ervin that we totally forgot about the game. The couple were as cute as ever as they cuddled and shared a few kisses in the stands. Ashley looked so happy while she and Justin snapped some fun selfies and gave each other heart-eyes. Seriously, how adorable are they?
Ashley and Justin have been married since 2010, and from the looks of it, they're still crazy about each other. Over the Summer, the pair could hardly keep their hands off each other while vacationing in Italy and they had an incredibly sexy workout session in NYC. Check out even more photos from their cute date night ahead.
The Romantic Moment We Totally Missed During Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Recent Outing
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent appearance at the 2018 WellChild Awards was full of incredibly sweet moments, but there was a special one we totally missed. In a newly surfaced video, Harry is shown lovingly rubbing Meghan's back while meeting with a 10-year-old girl named Scarlett who was honored at the ceremony for looking after her sick sister. Of course, Harry and Meghan are no strangers to showing PDA, and wrapping their arms around each other's backs just so happens to be one of their signature moves. Aw!
Ciao, Bella! See the Most Glamorous Photos From the Venice Film Festival
The Venice Film Festival is going down in Italy this week, and some of the biggest stars from stage and screen have showed up to debut their projects. Lady Gaga was the picture of Old Hollywood glamour as she sat perched on the edge of a water taxi for her festival entrance, as was Natalie Portman, who shimmered in a glittery gold gown. while Ryan Gosling reappeared looking as hot as ever on the red carpet. Also on hand for the fun is Ryan's La La Land costar Emma Stone, who stars in The Favourite with Jennifer Lawrence's ex-boyfriend Nicholas Hoult and Taylor Swift's current boyfriend, Joe Alwyn. Keep reading to see all the glamorous shots from Venice!
Are You a Lipstick Hoarder? Don't Worry, Sarah Hyland Is Too
When you want to know Sarah Hyland's every thought on The Bachelor contestants, award show parties, and face mask binges with boyfriend Wells Adams, you follow her on Instagram. If you want the dirt on precisely how she looks so damn good during every single second of it, you ask her makeup artist, Allan Avendaño.
The two have worked together for nine years - right around the time Modern Family first started - and they've been inseparable ever since. Within that time, like any good friendship, there have been countless selfies, heart-to-hearts, glam sessions, and yes . . . stolen makeup.
"Every lipstick I've ever used on her, she keeps - no matter what brand it is," Avendaño says with a laugh. "I give her a lot of makeup. The funny thing is that she'll show up and I'll be like, 'I'm so sorry, I don't have that color in my kit today.' And then I'll say to her, 'Wait, you have one, because I gave you three last time!' I went into her glam room and found out she's a straight-up makeup hoarder. It's mostly lipstick, because she doesn't wear foundation or anything like that, but if I were to go searching through her house, I guarantee you I'd find a bucket of lipsticks somewhere. I don't know if she'll kill me for saying that, but guess what, girl? It's true."
Ahead, he spills the products you'll find in her beauty stash - and exactly how she paid him back for all that lipstick.
30 of the Best Emmys Beauty Looks of All Time
With the Emmy Awards a few short weeks away, the excitement of seeing our favorite celebrities' beauty looks is making us nostalgic for the hair and makeup looks of years past. Some of our favorite stars have walked the red carpet dressed to the nines in honor of our favorite TV shows.
In the last 20 years alone, we've found endless inspiration for our next haircut or new tube of lipstick from everyone from Jennifer Aniston to Kerry Washington. So, after careful consideration, we've looked back at the most impressive beauty styles to ever grace the Emmys. And the award goes to . . .
I'm a Mascara Snob, and This One Passes All My Tests With Flying Colors
Mascara, for me, is a desert-island beauty product - the only time you will ever catch me without it is if I'm working out in the morning. Seriously, I've even gone snorkeling with the stuff on; the goggles mean my eyes won't get wet. Because I love mascara so much, I'm always trying out new formulas, and I have a very strict set of standards by which I judge a product. It has to provide equal parts length and volume, it can't be clumpy, and it can't produce the dreaded under-eye flaking at the end of the day. I do not compromise when it comes to my mascara, and I've finally found the one product that lives up to my expectations.
Buxom's Lash Mascara ($22) was brought to my attention by its stellar ratings online. The plethora of positive testimonials drew me in, and when I saw the comment "I've worn it for over 12 hours per day with NO raccoon eyes," I was sold. And let me tell you, it works. The brush is oversize, and honestly takes a little getting used to, but the results are mind-blowing. The first time I wore it, my best friend asked if I had eyelash extensions. It lengthens, volumizes, and holds a curl; this is the mascara I turn to when I have to put my best face forward.
Emily Ratajkowski's Date-Night Makeup Takes 5 Minutes, but Costs $292
Despite only taking five minutes to do, Emily Ratajkowski's date-night beauty look is packed with products. The 27-year-old model and actress recently did a makeup tutorial for Vogue, re-creating the simple and sultry makeup she often wears on nights out with her husband, Sebastian Bear-McClard.
The tutorial consists of more affordable items, like Maybelline's Great Lash Mascara, as well as plenty of luxury products from Charlotte Tilbury and Pat McGrath. All in all, the 12 products she uses in the tutorial come in at $292. Ratajkowski shares some solid tips, too, like how to re-create '90s-inspired blush. Watch the tutorial ahead and then shop every product mentioned.
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Every Beauty Moment From the 1998 Emmy Awards That Has Stood the Test of Time
The Emmys are just a few weeks away, and we can't wait to see what stunning beauty looks our favorite celebrities will rock on the red carpet. With so many '90s trends making a comeback, we wouldn't be surprised if this year's stars take a little inspiration from the looks we saw at 50th Annual Emmy Awards back in 1998.
Stars like Katie Holmes, Angelina Jolie, and Halle Berry all sported hair and makeup looks that were not only innovative and trendsetting at the time, but are still super relevant and stylish by today's standards. While we'll have to wait a little longer to see what beauty trends will reign supreme at this year's ceremony, take a trip down memory lane to see the best beauty moments from 20 years ago.
10 Hair Products From Urban Outfitters That Will Give You Cool-Girl Hair
As you're shopping at Urban Outfitters for your flare jeans and band tees, don't forget to swing by the beauty section for a selection of incredible accessories and hairstyling products to complete your cool-girl look.
The retailer carries a ton of blogger-favorite brands like Ouai and R+Co, as well as harder to find brands like Good Dye Young, which will make your hair Instagram-ready.
Whether you're trying to master the elusive, effortless beach waves or wanting to step up your ponytail game, Urban Outfitters has an impressive selection of products that will elevate your hair to meet your street style needs. Ahead, you'll find the best of the store's hair products to add to your cart as you shop.
50 States of Quirky Town Names
The United States is an interesting place, to say the least. With such a huge variety of people and culture and history, it's no wonder there's also a huge variety of interesting city names as well. Sure, you have the run-of-the-mill names like New York, but did you know there's a town in Utah called Virgin? Or a place in Georgia called Butts County? Those do indeed exist. For even more quirky city names, keep reading.
7 Nontouristy Travel Destinations For Those Who Hate People
Some of us just don't like people, and that's OK. But the struggle of not wanting to be surrounded by crowds becomes even more real when it comes to travel - unless you know where to escape to. We've searched for stunning destinations that aren't overridden by tourists so that you don't have to sacrifice your sanity on your next vacation. The next time you really need to get away from everyone, look to these seven spots around the world.
Long, Brisk Nights Call For This Roster of Fun Fall Cocktails
The nights are longer and a chill hangs in the air, but on the upside there's more time for nighttime festivities to play out. Whether you're looking for something to sip while sitting by the fireplace or planning to host a dinner party, there are plenty of fun Fall cocktails to choose from. These 33 recipes make the most of seasonal fruits and flavors and are sure to help you embrace Autumn.
Should You Buy a Disney World Annual Pass?
Walt Disney World is a magical place filled with memories and countless adventures for everyone. Let's be honest, Walt Disney World is also very expensive, and many people plan for years to go there. Everything from tickets, to food, and extra entertainment costs at the parks, but what if there was a way to save money, and get to go to all four Walt Disney World theme parks with limited blackout times?
A Walt Disney World annual pass might be the thing for you if you visit regularly and are willing to commit to going to the parks for a whole year. There are varying levels of annual pass options at Walt Disney World, but let's assume that you live outside of the state of Florida, meaning your pass would be the Platinum Pass for non-Florida residents. The Platinum Pass costs $849 (plus tax) for ages three and up. There is a monthly payment plan option, but it's only available for Florida residents.
Is a Disney World annual pass worth it? Keep reading to learn more about the perks and decide for yourself if it's the right fit for you!
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