Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
mardi 3 novembre 2020
If You Made Fun of Lil Nas X's Halloween Costume, You're Part of the Problem
By now you've probably seen Lil Nas X's amazing Halloween tribute to Nicki Minaj. While many on Twitter immediately gave it the recognition and the love it deserved, there were plenty of trolls who were quick to resort to both homophobic and transphobic insults. The unwarranted backlash Lil Nas X received from the trolls begs the question: Why is it more permissible for certain straight cisgender men to dress up as women, but the minute Lil Nas X does, people are up in arms over it?
"Why is it more permissible for certain straight cisgender men to dress up as women, but the minute Lil Nas X does, people are up in arms over it?
Bad Bunny dressing in drag for his "Yo Perreo Sola" music video didn't receive as much outright hate or as many transphobic comments. When Quincy Brown dressed as Frida Kahlo this year, the comment section of his Instagram was full of praise. There seems to be this unspoken rule that so long as a man is either dressing as a woman for a joke or is purposefully "unattractive" in womenswear, then it's cool. To be clear: Lil Nas X absolutely killed it as Nicki Minaj. His costume was so good he might as well have been a doppelgänger. Yet, people asked if he was transgender. That suggests that those making fun of his costume, or those trying to bring him down, subscribe to the antiquated assumption that transgender women aren't women - they're simply gay men in disguise. It also reasons that the people making these comments are so caught up in their sense of self they don't realize everything isn't about them. Lil Nas X didn't dress up as Nicki Minaj for you, he dressed as Nicki Minaj for himself because it made him happy.
People think they're extremely clever when they make homophobic or transphobic remarks under the guise of "constructive criticism." They're not open to learning and are a part of the reason Lil Nas X kept who he is, hidden for so long. He was afraid to let people know he was a Barb because he was worried about how it would affect his rap career if people assumed he was gay before his coming out. Even now, it's these comments that make it hard for others to have fun and enjoy themselves because they'll be harassed. Not too long after posting his costume, Lil Nas X tweeted, "bro I don't bother a soul in this industry. All I do is tweet and make bangers. Leave me alone damn." But can people leave him alone? No, they have to tell him that he's ruining families' lives, even though his life literally doesn't affect them.
Toxic masculinity is f*cked up, and until we start recognizing society's double standards, people like Lil Nas X won't ever be free.
When heterosexual cisgender men wear skirts or makeup or dress in womenswear, it's considered groundbreaking - at least where gender norms are concerned. When it comes to what a person wears, especially something as fun and silly as a Halloween costume, it shouldn't matter what a person's sexuality is. Clothes are clothes, regardless of who wears them. Lil Nas X recently tweeted that, "grown men are waking up to have group discussions about a costume I wore on Halloween." For every conversation about how great his costume was, there's likely one about how his costume is the downfall of society. Toxic masculinity is f*cked up, and until we start recognizing society's double standards, people like Lil Nas X won't ever be free.
It's okay to be jealous of Lil Nas X's costume because of how spot-on it was. What's not okay is to use his costume as the brunt of offensive jokes or as a vehicle to perpetuate your outdated worldview.
Meet Kakana: a Fitness Platform Featuring Workouts Tailored For People With Disabilities
You don't have to do much searching through popular fitness platforms to find that they are not made with the disability community in mind. That's where Kakana comes in. Launched on Oct. 27, it has live and on-demand classes in strength, meditation, yoga, stretching, cardio, and cross-cycling led by both able-bodied and disabled athletes and trainers.
Kakana founder Matthew Ney told POPSUGAR that he learned how important accessibility was through creating his company Fitbound out of college, which concentrated on short bursts of exercise kids could do during school. "That led me to start asking questions about what was out there," he said, adding that he shifted away from education and wanted to focus on making exercise accessible and more inclusive for the rest of the population.
In June, Kakana launched a beta class with a handful of participants who took cross-cycling. It's similar to any cycling class except you utilize a hand cycle or hand ergometer. The goal, Ney said, is having cycling be fully accessible to people all abilities because you can put it on the ground and use it with your legs, too. Then, Ney expanded into other ability-inclusive workout sessions before Kakana's launch at the end of October. As of now, most of the classes are 20 to 30 minutes long.
A monthly subscription costs $15, but you can try out a seven-day free trial or select the two-month-free offer on the Kakana website. So far, there are 10 live Zoom classes per week, which are transferred on demand permanently within seven days via the Kakana website. (Ney noted you can turn your video off during the live sessions if you want to.) There are also virtual "locker rooms" 10 minutes before each live class for participants to sign on early and get to know each other. Ney said there's time to additionally stay on after the class to give feedback and ask questions.
Team USA para-lifter Blaze Foster is a cross-cycling and strength instructor for Kakana, and he told POPSUGAR that, as someone with a physical disability, he's well aware of how easily you can feel alone when it comes to bettering yourself. A platform like Kakana is very important, he stated, especially for those with disabilities. "I'm a big, firm believer in health is wealth, and you really want to keep yourself healthy both physically and mentally," he said. "Being a part of group fitness is a great way to help you with that aspect of life."
Ney noted that despite the fact that athletes and fitness professionals are on the Kakana roster thus far - yoga instructor Marsha Danzig and trainer Sunny Miller, for example - he aims to expand the Kakana instructor lineup soon, and anyone with or without disabilities can apply since the training regimen is intensive. "I looked to find instructors that would engage and draw me in and be a leader for accessible fitness," he explained.
"When you talk about fitness alone, it is something that pushes you forward and helps your mind, your body, your soul," Ney concluded. "Let's make something that represents that and represents individuals with disabilities and without disabilities. I think you can do that by creating something people want to be a part of."
Gap Has the Cutest November Releases - All For $50 and Under
With the cozy season in full swing and the fact that we still should be staying at home, we could all use some new leisure wear. Gap is the destination for warm sweaters, closet staples, and all-around comfortable, casual wear. Stock up on basics that can be dressed up or down and jeans that you can rock day or night. These finds are perfect all year round with pieces that are breathable and have cute prints. From gorgeous dresses, pretty tops and sweaters, comfy loungewear, and so much more so you can stock up on your favorites. We curated the best clothes from Gap, all for $50 and under.
AOC's Advice For Dealing With Vitriol: Choosing Yourself "Disqualifies All the Haters"
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Princess Nokia are inspiring young voters just a day before the election. In a candid conversation in partnership with Rolling Stone and Stacey Abrams's Fair Fight Action, the Bronx natives - who jokingly called themselves twins - sat down over Zoom on Nov. 2 to chat about the condescension towards young people in politics, how their roots have influenced their work in both political and cultural spaces, and dealing with toxicity and bullying in their respective industries.
"You're either going to believe all of these horrible things about you or you're going to choose yourself and you're going to believe in yourself."
In a particularly inspirational moment, the congresswoman offered sound advice for handling the vitriol and criticism that both she and Nokia have faced. "You're either going to believe all of these horrible things about you or you're going to choose yourself and you're going to believe in yourself," AOC said as she opened up about the bullying she's experienced. "You're going to choose yourself, and that just automatically disqualifies all the haters," she continued. "You don't have to prove your worth to anybody. You don't need to be anything to be worthy."
Following the uplifting discussion, the two, who relate as young women from the Bronx now in influential positions, also urged people to cast their votes on Election Day. "In many ways, it's a small gesture, but it is a powerful gesture," said the congresswoman. "So make sure we all turn out to vote and stand in your power." Check out their conversation in full above.
If You Made Fun of Lil Nas X's Halloween Costume, You're Part of the Problem
By now you've probably seen Lil Nas X's amazing Halloween tribute to Nicki Minaj. While many on Twitter immediately gave it the recognition and the love it deserved, there were plenty of trolls who were quick to resort to both homophobic and transphobic insults. The unwarranted backlash Lil Nas X received from the trolls begs the question: Why is it more permissible for certain straight cisgender men to dress up as women, but the minute Lil Nas X does, people are up in arms over it?
"Why is it more permissible for certain straight cisgender men to dress up as women, but the minute Lil Nas X does, people are up in arms over it?
Bad Bunny dressing in drag for his "Yo Perreo Sola" music video didn't receive as much outright hate or as many transphobic comments. When Quincy Brown dressed as Frida Kahlo this year, the comment section of his Instagram was full of praise. There seems to be this unspoken rule that so long as a man is either dressing as a woman for a joke or is purposefully "unattractive" in womenswear, then it's cool. To be clear: Lil Nas X absolutely killed it as Nicki Minaj. His costume was so good he might as well have been a doppelgänger. Yet, people asked if he was transgender. That suggests that those making fun of his costume, or those trying to bring him down, subscribe to the antiquated assumption that transgender women aren't women - they're simply gay men in disguise. It also reasons that the people making these comments are so caught up in their sense of self they don't realize everything isn't about them. Lil Nas X didn't dress up as Nicki Minaj for you, he dressed as Nicki Minaj for himself because it made him happy.
People think they're extremely clever when they make homophobic or transphobic remarks under the guise of "constructive criticism." They're not open to learning and are a part of the reason Lil Nas X kept who he is, hidden for so long. He was afraid to let people know he was a Barb because he was worried about how it would affect his rap career if people assumed he was gay before his coming out. Even now, it's these comments that make it hard for others to have fun and enjoy themselves because they'll be harassed. Not too long after posting his costume, Lil Nas X tweeted, "bro I don't bother a soul in this industry. All I do is tweet and make bangers. Leave me alone damn." But can people leave him alone? No, they have to tell him that he's ruining families' lives, even though his life literally doesn't affect them.
Toxic masculinity is f*cked up, and until we start recognizing society's double standards, people like Lil Nas X won't ever be free.
When heterosexual cisgender men wear skirts or makeup or dress in womenswear, it's considered groundbreaking - at least where gender norms are concerned. When it comes to what a person wears, especially something as fun and silly as a Halloween costume, it shouldn't matter what a person's sexuality is. Clothes are clothes, regardless of who wears them. Lil Nas X recently tweeted that, "grown men are waking up to have group discussions about a costume I wore on Halloween." For every conversation about how great his costume was, there's likely one about how his costume is the downfall of society. Toxic masculinity is f*cked up, and until we start recognizing society's double standards, people like Lil Nas X won't ever be free.
It's okay to be jealous of Lil Nas X's costume because of how spot-on it was. What's not okay is to use his costume as the brunt of offensive jokes or as a vehicle to perpetuate your outdated worldview.
21 Blue Light Glasses That Will Save Your Eyes From Hours of Screen Time
In 2020, most people are spending an enormous chunk of their days staring at screens. Since we're now always on your laptop or glued to our phones, for work, working out, and socializing, all that light exposure can't be good for our eyes. Enter blue light glasses. They're the kind of thing you didn't know you needed, but once you have them, they're never coming off.
I've been wearing my pair for a little over a year now; they're the first thing I put on when I get to my computer every morning, and they've made my 5 p.m. dry eye go away completely. If you're living in the 21st century, it may be time to look into some blue light glasses. Just keep reading to shop our picks.
lundi 2 novembre 2020
College Students, It's Up to Us to Uplift Essential Workers - Here's an Easy Way to Do It
Cindy is the creative director at Give Essential, a 501(c)(3) that has supported thousands of essential workers in the US during the COVID-19 pandemic. She studies economics and political science at Dartmouth College and spends her free time cracking dad jokes.
As I packed a small carry-on suitcase to head home after exams last March, I left behind a basket full of laundry and stacks of unkempt papers in my dorm. It was just two weeks: I'd clean up when I got back.
Only, I never did. Two weeks turned into two months, then two seasons. My plans to reunite with my closest friends in the spring and take on my dream internship in New York were thrown out the window, and my social interactions were left to the whims of my WiFi speed and a 13-inch computer screen.
Yet, it feels entitled to lament these losses when millions of Americans - like the grocery clerks stocking the supermarket shelves and electrical support personnel keeping the lights on - were (and still are) forced to face the frontlines of a pandemic every day with little recognition whatsoever.
These Americans comprise the "hidden frontline." They are the 12.9 million Americans working "essential" jobs who put their health at risk and leave their families behind, all while making less than a living wage. To put that into perspective, these working Americans continue to keep our lives running like "normal," all while struggling to scrap together the funds to buy basic household cleaning supplies.
The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day.
While the buzz around essential workers has winded down, the struggles these people and their families face have not. The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day. We've endured half a year of this pandemic, but let's not forget that essential workers have borne the brunt of the financial and emotional impact. As students who are now "doomed" to live out our campus life virtually, we can put our newfound free time to use and help those who need it most. Now more than ever, not only do we have the rare opportunity to help, but our help is also desperately needed.
Helping essential workers can be tricky. Where do you even start? What if you don't have much money in the bank? How can you help from the limits of your dorm room? Questions like this spurred a group of my fellow college classmates at Dartmouth College and I to start Give Essential, a nonprofit that connects essential workers in need of household items with donors who are able to support them. It's our mission to make it easier than ever for anyone, especially college students, to help frontline workers.
To make supporting essential workers as accessible as possible, Give Essential is hosting Run For the Frontline (a virtual 5K, half marathon, and marathon) to raise funds that will directly support essential workers and their families. So far, hundreds of people across the nation have raised over $10K just by running. If you're not a runner, it's still easy to donate your time, supplies, or extra cash. Just by asking people to donate what they have, we've been able to send $1 million worth of care packages directly to over 16 million essential workers in all fifty states since April. These simple contributions can make a giant difference in making essential heroes in our country feel appreciated.
It's been easy to feel helpless when we're limited to the confines of our living space, but Give Essential has allowed a community of volunteers and donors to connect directly with essential workers from across the country. Even in uncertain times like these, we can all be part of a positive force that makes a meaningful impact.
To sign up as a donor or request a care package as an essential worker, please visit Give Essentials' website.
Julie Andrews Spills All the Tea in the Teaser For Shonda Rhimes's Netflix Drama, Bridgerton
Shonda Rhimes may be done with ABC's Scandal, but that doesn't mean she's done spilling the tea! The first teaser for Netflix's Shondaland-produced drama Bridgerton has arrived, and there is so much dirty laundry exposed, even Olivia Pope would need some assistance.
Inspired by the bestselling novels, the series follows Daphne Bridgerton, the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family as she makes her debut during Regency London's social season. Daphne has high hopes to follow in her parents' footsteps of making a match sparked by true love, but she quickly learns that the competitive marriage market is no place for naivety. Especially with Lady Whistledown on the prowl! Voiced by Julie Andrews, the mysterious Lady is the writer of a high society scandal sheet, and it's safe to say she's got her eye on everything that goes down during the social season. When Daphne becomes entangled with London's most desirable duke, the brooding and rebellious Duke of Hastings, she and her family must grapple with power struggles, love triangles, and all sorts of adventures, with all of London's eyes on them.
It'll be said a lot, but Bridgerton is an inspired combination of Downton Abbey and Gossip Girl, one that fans of both will surely enjoy. And like a perfectly wrapped present for us all, Netflix is releasing the eight-episode season on Dec. 25. Check out the trailer ahead, as well as photos from the season, and get ready to be embroiled in the drama of high society once again!
College Students, It's Up to Us to Uplift Essential Workers - Here's an Easy Way to Do It
Cindy is the creative director at Give Essential, a 501(c)(3) that has supported thousands of essential workers in the US during the COVID-19 pandemic. She studies economics and political science at Dartmouth College and spends her free time cracking dad jokes.
As I packed a small carry-on suitcase to head home after exams last March, I left behind a basket full of laundry and stacks of unkempt papers in my dorm. It was just two weeks: I'd clean up when I got back.
Only, I never did. Two weeks turned into two months, then two seasons. My plans to reunite with my closest friends in the spring and take on my dream internship in New York were thrown out the window, and my social interactions were left to the whims of my WiFi speed and a 13-inch computer screen.
Yet, it feels entitled to lament these losses when millions of Americans - like the grocery clerks stocking the supermarket shelves and electrical support personnel keeping the lights on - were (and still are) forced to face the frontlines of a pandemic every day with little recognition whatsoever.
These Americans comprise the "hidden frontline." They are the 12.9 million Americans working "essential" jobs who put their health at risk and leave their families behind, all while making less than a living wage. To put that into perspective, these working Americans continue to keep our lives running like "normal," all while struggling to scrap together the funds to buy basic household cleaning supplies.
The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day.
While the buzz around essential workers has winded down, the struggles these people and their families face have not. The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day. We've endured half a year of this pandemic, but let's not forget that essential workers have borne the brunt of the financial and emotional impact. As students who are now "doomed" to live out our campus life virtually, we can put our newfound free time to use and help those who need it most. Now more than ever, not only do we have the rare opportunity to help, but our help is also desperately needed.
Helping essential workers can be tricky. Where do you even start? What if you don't have much money in the bank? How can you help from the limits of your dorm room? Questions like this spurred a group of my fellow college classmates at Dartmouth College and I to start Give Essential, a nonprofit that connects essential workers in need of household items with donors who are able to support them. It's our mission to make it easier than ever for anyone, especially college students, to help frontline workers.
To make supporting essential workers as accessible as possible, Give Essential is hosting Run For the Frontline (a virtual 5K, half marathon, and marathon) to raise funds that will directly support essential workers and their families. So far, hundreds of people across the nation have raised over $10K just by running. If you're not a runner, it's still easy to donate your time, supplies, or extra cash. Just by asking people to donate what they have, we've been able to send $1 million worth of care packages directly to over 16 million essential workers in all fifty states since April. These simple contributions can make a giant difference in making essential heroes in our country feel appreciated.
It's been easy to feel helpless when we're limited to the confines of our living space, but Give Essential has allowed a community of volunteers and donors to connect directly with essential workers from across the country. Even in uncertain times like these, we can all be part of a positive force that makes a meaningful impact.
To sign up as a donor or request a care package as an essential worker, please visit Give Essentials' website.
College Students, It's Up to Us to Uplift Essential Workers - Here's an Easy Way to Do It
Cindy is the creative director at Give Essential, a 501(c)(3) that has supported thousands of essential workers in the US during the COVID-19 pandemic. She studies economics and political science at Dartmouth College and spends her free time cracking dad jokes.
As I packed a small carry-on suitcase to head home after exams last March, I left behind a basket full of laundry and stacks of unkempt papers in my dorm. It was just two weeks: I'd clean up when I got back.
Only, I never did. Two weeks turned into two months, then two seasons. My plans to reunite with my closest friends in the spring and take on my dream internship in New York were thrown out the window, and my social interactions were left to the whims of my WiFi speed and a 13-inch computer screen.
Yet, it feels entitled to lament these losses when millions of Americans - like the grocery clerks stocking the supermarket shelves and electrical support personnel keeping the lights on - were (and still are) forced to face the frontlines of a pandemic every day with little recognition whatsoever.
These Americans comprise the "hidden frontline." They are the 12.9 million Americans working "essential" jobs who put their health at risk and leave their families behind, all while making less than a living wage. To put that into perspective, these working Americans continue to keep our lives running like "normal," all while struggling to scrap together the funds to buy basic household cleaning supplies.
The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day.
While the buzz around essential workers has winded down, the struggles these people and their families face have not. The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day. We've endured half a year of this pandemic, but let's not forget that essential workers have borne the brunt of the financial and emotional impact. As students who are now "doomed" to live out our campus life virtually, we can put our newfound free time to use and help those who need it most. Now more than ever, not only do we have the rare opportunity to help, but our help is also desperately needed.
Helping essential workers can be tricky. Where do you even start? What if you don't have much money in the bank? How can you help from the limits of your dorm room? Questions like this spurred a group of my fellow college classmates at Dartmouth College and I to start Give Essential, a nonprofit that connects essential workers in need of household items with donors who are able to support them. It's our mission to make it easier than ever for anyone, especially college students, to help frontline workers.
To make supporting essential workers as accessible as possible, Give Essential is hosting Run For the Frontline (a virtual 5K, half marathon, and marathon) to raise funds that will directly support essential workers and their families. So far, hundreds of people across the nation have raised over $10K just by running. If you're not a runner, it's still easy to donate your time, supplies, or extra cash. Just by asking people to donate what they have, we've been able to send $1 million worth of care packages directly to over 16 million essential workers in all fifty states since April. These simple contributions can make a giant difference in making essential heroes in our country feel appreciated.
It's been easy to feel helpless when we're limited to the confines of our living space, but Give Essential has allowed a community of volunteers and donors to connect directly with essential workers from across the country. Even in uncertain times like these, we can all be part of a positive force that makes a meaningful impact.
To sign up as a donor or request a care package as an essential worker, please visit Give Essentials' website.
College Students, It's Up to Us to Uplift Essential Workers - Here's an Easy Way to Do It
Cindy is the creative director at Give Essential, a 501(c)(3) that has supported thousands of essential workers in the US during the COVID-19 pandemic. She studies economics and political science at Dartmouth College and spends her free time cracking dad jokes.
As I packed a small carry-on suitcase to head home after exams last March, I left behind a basket full of laundry and stacks of unkempt papers in my dorm. It was just two weeks: I'd clean up when I got back.
Only, I never did. Two weeks turned into two months, then two seasons. My plans to reunite with my closest friends in the spring and take on my dream internship in New York were thrown out the window, and my social interactions were left to the whims of my WiFi speed and a 13-inch computer screen.
Yet, it feels entitled to lament these losses when millions of Americans - like the grocery clerks stocking the supermarket shelves and electrical support personnel keeping the lights on - were (and still are) forced to face the frontlines of a pandemic every day with little recognition whatsoever.
These Americans comprise the "hidden frontline." They are the 12.9 million Americans working "essential" jobs who put their health at risk and leave their families behind, all while making less than a living wage. To put that into perspective, these working Americans continue to keep our lives running like "normal," all while struggling to scrap together the funds to buy basic household cleaning supplies.
The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day.
While the buzz around essential workers has winded down, the struggles these people and their families face have not. The pandemic has merely aggravated the plights underpaid workers face every day. We've endured half a year of this pandemic, but let's not forget that essential workers have borne the brunt of the financial and emotional impact. As students who are now "doomed" to live out our campus life virtually, we can put our newfound free time to use and help those who need it most. Now more than ever, not only do we have the rare opportunity to help, but our help is also desperately needed.
Helping essential workers can be tricky. Where do you even start? What if you don't have much money in the bank? How can you help from the limits of your dorm room? Questions like this spurred a group of my fellow college classmates at Dartmouth College and I to start Give Essential, a nonprofit that connects essential workers in need of household items with donors who are able to support them. It's our mission to make it easier than ever for anyone, especially college students, to help frontline workers.
To make supporting essential workers as accessible as possible, Give Essential is hosting Run For the Frontline (a virtual 5K, half marathon, and marathon) to raise funds that will directly support essential workers and their families. So far, hundreds of people across the nation have raised over $10K just by running. If you're not a runner, it's still easy to donate your time, supplies, or extra cash. Just by asking people to donate what they have, we've been able to send $1 million worth of care packages directly to over 16 million essential workers in all fifty states since April. These simple contributions can make a giant difference in making essential heroes in our country feel appreciated.
It's been easy to feel helpless when we're limited to the confines of our living space, but Give Essential has allowed a community of volunteers and donors to connect directly with essential workers from across the country. Even in uncertain times like these, we can all be part of a positive force that makes a meaningful impact.
To sign up as a donor or request a care package as an essential worker, please visit Give Essentials' website.
Ho-Ho-Holy Scents: Bath & Body Works Dropped Its Holiday Line, and We Have the First Look
Even though it feels like we announced the Halloween collection yesterday, it's time to start thinking about the holiday season ahead and the new 2020 Bath & Body Works Holiday collection that launches Nov. 2. December will be here before we know it, and the brand wants to help you get in the festive spirit with a ton of new home fragrances, body-care products, and accessories.
It never ceases to amaze us how Bath & Body Works comes up with so many new fragrances each season, but it does it year after year. In this holiday drop, there are more than 500 products launching and over 25 brand-new, never-before-seen scents, including two new collections called You're the One and Men's Forest. All of those items, plus traditional yearly favorites like Vanilla Bean Noel and Winter Candy Apple, are hitting shelves in stores and online for you to enjoy.
From cozy candles to delicious-smelling hand soaps, adorable hand sanitizers, and magical Wallflower Plugins, BathAndBodyWorks.com has been flooded with colors of red, white, green, and glitter and transformed into a winter wonderland. Even though the holidays are still a short time away, the brand's special-edition products always sell out fast. If you see something that would make the perfect gift for someone on your list (or yourself), we suggest grabbing it ASAP.
Ahead, check out over 50 new products in the Bath & Body Works Holiday collection.
Ho-Ho-Holy Scents: Bath & Body Works Dropped Its Holiday Line, and We Have the First Look
Even though it feels like we announced the Halloween collection yesterday, it's time to start thinking about the holiday season ahead and the new 2020 Bath & Body Works Holiday collection that launches Nov. 2. December will be here before we know it, and the brand wants to help you get in the festive spirit with a ton of new home fragrances, body-care products, and accessories.
It never ceases to amaze us how Bath & Body Works comes up with so many new fragrances each season, but it does it year after year. In this holiday drop, there are more than 500 products launching and over 25 brand-new, never-before-seen scents, including two new collections called You're the One and Men's Forest. All of those items, plus traditional yearly favorites like Vanilla Bean Noel and Winter Candy Apple, are hitting shelves in stores and online for you to enjoy.
From cozy candles to delicious-smelling hand soaps, adorable hand sanitizers, and magical Wallflower Plugins, BathAndBodyWorks.com has been flooded with colors of red, white, green, and glitter and transformed into a winter wonderland. Even though the holidays are still a short time away, the brand's special-edition products always sell out fast. If you see something that would make the perfect gift for someone on your list (or yourself), we suggest grabbing it ASAP.
Ahead, check out over 50 new products in the Bath & Body Works Holiday collection.
Prince William Tested Positive for Coronavirus Earlier This Year and the World Had No Idea
Prince William tested positive for coronavirus earlier this year, according to the BBC who cited sources directly from the palace. He was rumoured to have taken a seven-day break from calls and meetings between April 9th and 16th leading the public to believe he may well have contracted the virus back in early April, however this has not yet been confirmed.
The choice to hide the diagnosis from the public, came in an attempt to focus on the more important things going on as Prince William "did not want to worry anyone", a source told The Sun. Adding to this, BBC's Royal Correspondent stated that "the palace also tries to preserve some privacy for the Royal family." Prince William was reportedly treated by palace doctors and ensured his family's safety by isolating in their Norfolk home, Anmer Hall. Kensington palace refused to comment on the news, however have not denied reports of his diagnosis.
Prince Charles also contracted the virus back in March, and spent seven days self-isolating in Scotland following some mild symptoms. During that time, the Duchess of Cornwall tested negative for the virus and self-isolated for 14 days. News of Prince William's diagnosis comes just as England is set to enter a 4-week national lockdown.
Prince William Tested Positive for Coronavirus Earlier This Year and the World Had No Idea
Prince William tested positive for coronavirus earlier this year, according to the BBC who cited sources directly from the palace. He was rumoured to have taken a seven-day break from calls and meetings between April 9th and 16th leading the public to believe he may well have contracted the virus back in early April, however this has not yet been confirmed.
The choice to hide the diagnosis from the public, came in an attempt to focus on the more important things going on as Prince William "did not want to worry anyone", a source told The Sun. Adding to this, BBC's Royal Correspondent stated that "the palace also tries to preserve some privacy for the Royal family." Prince William was reportedly treated by palace doctors and ensured his family's safety by isolating in their Norfolk home, Anmer Hall. Kensington palace refused to comment on the news, however have not denied reports of his diagnosis.
Prince Charles also contracted the virus back in March, and spent seven days self-isolating in Scotland following some mild symptoms. During that time, the Duchess of Cornwall tested negative for the virus and self-isolated for 14 days. News of Prince William's diagnosis comes just as England is set to enter a 4-week national lockdown.
The Undoing: So . . . Does This Mean Jonathan Is the Father of Elena's Baby? Let's Investigate
HBO's The Undoing is basically one twist after another. In the premiere episode of the six-part miniseries, Elena Alves (Matilda De Angelis) is brutally murdered, and now it looks like Jonathan Fraser (Hugh Grant) may be responsible for her death. Not only that, but he also might be the father of her newborn baby.
If you've read Jean Hanff Korelitz's You Should Have Known, the novel on which the show is based, then you already know that Jonathan turns out to be the father of Elena's younger son. It's unclear if series creator David E. Kelley decided to stick to the same storyline for the show, but judging from the latest episode, it's certainly looking that way.
In the second episode, we find out that Jonathan was secretly having an affair with Elena prior to her death, and Elena's husband, Fernando Alves (Ismael Cruz Córdova), has demanded a paternity test, insisting to police that he's not the father of Elena's baby. Shortly after, we see Grace Fraser (Nicole Kidman) having visions of Jonathan and Elena having sex, which could be Kelley's way of subtly confirming that Jonathan is indeed the father, or it could simply be for artistic purposes. The news of Jonathan and Elena's affair explains why Elena was particularly taken by Grace when they first met, however, we're still left wondering about the paternity of Elena's baby. With four episodes left, hopefully we'll get some answers soon!
The Undoing: So . . . Does This Mean Jonathan Is the Father of Elena's Baby? Let's Investigate
HBO's The Undoing is basically one twist after another. In the premiere episode of the six-part miniseries, Elena Alves (Matilda De Angelis) is brutally murdered, and now it looks like Jonathan Fraser (Hugh Grant) may be responsible for her death. Not only that, but he also might be the father of her newborn baby.
If you've read Jean Hanff Korelitz's You Should Have Known, the novel on which the show is based, then you already know that Jonathan turns out to be the father of Elena's younger son. It's unclear if series creator David E. Kelley decided to stick to the same storyline for the show, but judging from the latest episode, it's certainly looking that way.
In the second episode, we find out that Jonathan was secretly having an affair with Elena prior to her death, and Elena's husband, Fernando Alves (Ismael Cruz Córdova), has demanded a paternity test, insisting to police that he's not the father of Elena's baby. Shortly after, we see Grace Fraser (Nicole Kidman) having visions of Jonathan and Elena having sex, which could be Kelley's way of subtly confirming that Jonathan is indeed the father, or it could simply be for artistic purposes. The news of Jonathan and Elena's affair explains why Elena was particularly taken by Grace when they first met, however, we're still left wondering about the paternity of Elena's baby. With four episodes left, hopefully we'll get some answers soon!
I Require Some Help Picking My Jaw Up Off the Floor After Seeing Beyoncé's Red Hot Gown
Beyoncé's entire British Vogue December 2020 spread is spectacular and full of custom outfits, but her Christopher John Rogers gown is a legendary moment all on its own. To celebrate the release of her intimate interview with editor in chief, Edward Enniful, the singer released photos taken by the talented Kennedi Carter on Nov. 1, including an image of the original dress. You can find my jaw fully on the floor after catching a glimpse.
"When the legends call, you answer," the designer wrote on Instagram, along with behind-the-scenes photos of the outfit. "Dripping in contoured, bias-cut, 4-ply silk crepe and 10 yards of satin faced silk organza, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter in a custom #ChristopherJohnRogers evening frock in Crawfish for the December 2020 issue of British Vogue."
Christopher John Rogers isn't new to the fashion scene by any means, but you'll likely recognize some of his more recent designs on celebrities like Zendaya, Ashley Graham, and Lizzo, to just name a few. Bold and beautiful constructions are his forté, and who better to show off this gown than Queen Bey herself? Get a closer look at his creation, below, as well as Beyoncé's cover ensemble.
I Require Some Help Picking My Jaw Up Off the Floor After Seeing Beyoncé's Red Hot Gown
Beyoncé's entire British Vogue December 2020 spread is spectacular and full of custom outfits, but her Christopher John Rogers gown is a legendary moment all on its own. To celebrate the release of her intimate interview with editor in chief, Edward Enniful, the singer released photos taken by the talented Kennedi Carter on Nov. 1, including an image of the original dress. You can find my jaw fully on the floor after catching a glimpse.
"When the legends call, you answer," the designer wrote on Instagram, along with behind-the-scenes photos of the outfit. "Dripping in contoured, bias-cut, 4-ply silk crepe and 10 yards of satin faced silk organza, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter in a custom #ChristopherJohnRogers evening frock in Crawfish for the December 2020 issue of British Vogue."
Christopher John Rogers isn't new to the fashion scene by any means, but you'll likely recognize some of his more recent designs on celebrities like Zendaya, Ashley Graham, and Lizzo, to just name a few. Bold and beautiful constructions are his forté, and who better to show off this gown than Queen Bey herself? Get a closer look at his creation, below, as well as Beyoncé's cover ensemble.
For Pure Stress Relief, Yoga Teachers Recommend These Simple, Ultra-Soothing Poses
It's not always easy to get into a yoga flow when you're feeling stressed. In fact, if you're overwhelmed and anxious, it might feel like the last thing you want to do. But if there's one thing we know about yoga, it's that you should never underestimate its power for relieving worries and creating calm. And if you don't have the time or motivation for a full flow, dropping into a few key yoga poses is a good way to relieve stress fast. We consulted with yoga instructors to find out which poses are most effective - read ahead to get their expertise and try out these ultra-relaxing postures for yourself.
Emily Ratajkowski Shows Off Her Baby Bump For a Demi Moore-Inspired Halloween Costume
Emily Ratajkowski brought back an iconic look for Halloween this year. Shortly after revealing her pregnancy, the model debuted a costume replicating Demi Moore's August 1991 Vanity Fair cover. Emily's baby bump is front and center for her spot-on Halloween photos, and it's quickly becoming the focal point of her fashionable outfits these days.
From her own magazine shoots to street style, Emily is turning traditional maternity ware on its head, and we're inspired every step of the way. We never know what look could come next. While we guess, get a closer peek at her timeless Oct. 31 pick in the photo above.
Emily Ratajkowski Shows Off Her Baby Bump For a Demi Moore-Inspired Halloween Costume
Emily Ratajkowski brought back an iconic look for Halloween this year. Shortly after revealing her pregnancy, the model debuted a costume replicating Demi Moore's August 1991 Vanity Fair cover. Emily's baby bump is front and center for her spot-on Halloween photos, and it's quickly becoming the focal point of her fashionable outfits these days.
From her own magazine shoots to street style, Emily is turning traditional maternity ware on its head, and we're inspired every step of the way. We never know what look could come next. While we guess, get a closer peek at her timeless Oct. 31 pick in the photo above.
Work Your Muscles and Get Sweating With 4 Intense Live Instagram and YouTube Workouts
It's that time of week again - live workout time! This week you can tune in on both @popsugarfitness and our YouTube channel for our newest Instagram Live and YouTube Live workouts. We have four of them streaming this week, so join us for some boxing, lower-body work, strength training, and more. Make sure to add the full schedule to your Google Calendar and catch up with our previous live workouts on the free Active by POPSUGAR app. See you on Monday!
Related: Focus on Your Butt and Legs With This 6-Move, 20-Minute Bodyweight Strengthening Workout
- 30-Minute Boxing Workout With Leila Leilani (Instagram Live): Monday, Nov. 2, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET (equipment recommended: two light dumbbells)
- 30-Minute Lower-Body and Booty Workout With Jarret Janako (Instagram Live): Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET
- 30-Minute LIT Method Workout (Instagram Live): Thursday, Nov. 5, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET (equipment recommended: mini band)
- 30-Minute Strength-Training Workout With Ashley Joi (YouTube Live): Saturday, Nov. 7, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET (equipment recommended: medium weights)
Work Your Muscles and Get Sweating With 4 Intense Live Instagram and YouTube Workouts
It's that time of week again - live workout time! This week you can tune in on both @popsugarfitness and our YouTube channel for our newest Instagram Live and YouTube Live workouts. We have four of them streaming this week, so join us for some boxing, lower-body work, strength training, and more. Make sure to add the full schedule to your Google Calendar and catch up with our previous live workouts on the free Active by POPSUGAR app. See you on Monday!
Related: Focus on Your Butt and Legs With This 6-Move, 20-Minute Bodyweight Strengthening Workout
- 30-Minute Boxing Workout With Leila Leilani (Instagram Live): Monday, Nov. 2, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET (equipment recommended: two light dumbbells)
- 30-Minute Lower-Body and Booty Workout With Jarret Janako (Instagram Live): Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET
- 30-Minute LIT Method Workout (Instagram Live): Thursday, Nov. 5, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET (equipment recommended: mini band)
- 30-Minute Strength-Training Workout With Ashley Joi (YouTube Live): Saturday, Nov. 7, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET (equipment recommended: medium weights)
Janel Parrish's Hallmark Film, Holly & Ivy, Will Give You All the Feels: "It Has So Much Heart"
Janel Parrish knows a good holiday movie sometimes makes you laugh and cry, which is why she was so drawn to Hallmark's Holly & Ivy. The film - which premieres on Nov. 1 on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries - follows the Pretty Little Liars actress as a young woman named Melody who creates a special bond with her new next-door neighbor Nina (Marisol Nichols) and her two daughters, Holly and Ivy. However, when Nina finds out an illness has returned, their lives are changed forever, and Melody quickly becomes part of their little family.
As a big fan of Christmas movies herself, Parrish was excited to make her Hallmark debut. "It's my favorite holiday," she told POPSUGAR. "I have so many traditions in my family. Christmas movies are always playing in the house even as early as right around Thanksgiving time. So I'm excited to start even earlier this year because our movie airs Nov. 1. To be able to bring Christmas cheer to people, especially right now, is really wonderful. Especially in a crazy time where we're all going through crazy things. Even this movie, the message of trauma, sometimes bringing about the most beautiful things if you let it, that message really stuck with me."
Even though the film's storyline is bittersweet as Melody, a former foster child herself, promises to take care of Nina's kids in the event that something happens, Parrish said she was drawn to the story because "it has so much heart." "I really love the idea of chosen family, that she meets these people and immediately forms this bond with them," she said. "Even though they're not her flesh and blood, she chooses them as family. When we have people in our lives that are family, we do anything for them. I also loved how they spoke about adoption. I feel like that doesn't get touched upon a lot in movies, and it's just really wonderful to watch a film about that."
Parrish was also inspired by how resilient her character is. "[My favorite part about playing Melody was] how strong she is," she said. "She hasn't had the easiest life and the easiest upbringing, but no matter what, she still perseveres. She's very much a woman who knows what she wants out of life. [She] hasn't had the best cards dealt to her, but she believes that she is going to have the life that she deserves, and she finds that no matter what. I loved her inner strength."
"We all have the capacity to feel joy, even when things are hard."
Though Parrish admitted she cried her eyes out over the ending, she hopes the film "brings much-needed cheer." "We're all in need of it," she said. "It reminds us of the things that are so important that we all have, which is family time. We all have the capacity to feel joy, even when things are hard. This movie will be a great reminder of that. Christmas is a time where you snuggle up with your family and you spend time with them and be together. I hope that people have a good therapeutic happy cry when they see this film."
Here Are 20 Couples Who Had to Work Together on Screen After Breaking Up
If you've ever shipped an onscreen couple, then you probably know the feeling of satisfaction that comes with watching your favorite characters fall in love off screen. The problem: the actors playing those characters don't always stay together. There are plenty of couples who've had to work together on screen after breaking up IRL, and we imagine that the experience is pretty awkward. Even if the actors don't share intimate scenes, filming a TV show or movie with an ex means lots of time spent together. Some A-list exes have been able to stay cordial. Others, not so much. Here are just a few celeb costars-turned-couples who had to keep working together after calling it quits.
Janel Parrish's Hallmark Film, Holly & Ivy, Will Give You All the Feels: "It Has So Much Heart"
Janel Parrish knows a good holiday movie sometimes makes you laugh and cry, which is why she was so drawn to Hallmark's Holly & Ivy. The film - which premieres on Nov. 1 on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries - follows the Pretty Little Liars actress as a young woman named Melody who creates a special bond with her new next-door neighbor Nina (Marisol Nichols) and her two daughters, Holly and Ivy. However, when Nina finds out an illness has returned, their lives are changed forever, and Melody quickly becomes part of their little family.
As a big fan of Christmas movies herself, Parrish was excited to make her Hallmark debut. "It's my favorite holiday," she told POPSUGAR. "I have so many traditions in my family. Christmas movies are always playing in the house even as early as right around Thanksgiving time. So I'm excited to start even earlier this year because our movie airs Nov. 1. To be able to bring Christmas cheer to people, especially right now, is really wonderful. Especially in a crazy time where we're all going through crazy things. Even this movie, the message of trauma, sometimes bringing about the most beautiful things if you let it, that message really stuck with me."
Even though the film's storyline is bittersweet as Melody, a former foster child herself, promises to take care of Nina's kids in the event that something happens, Parrish said she was drawn to the story because "it has so much heart." "I really love the idea of chosen family, that she meets these people and immediately forms this bond with them," she said. "Even though they're not her flesh and blood, she chooses them as family. When we have people in our lives that are family, we do anything for them. I also loved how they spoke about adoption. I feel like that doesn't get touched upon a lot in movies, and it's just really wonderful to watch a film about that."
Parrish was also inspired by how resilient her character is. "[My favorite part about playing Melody was] how strong she is," she said. "She hasn't had the easiest life and the easiest upbringing, but no matter what, she still perseveres. She's very much a woman who knows what she wants out of life. [She] hasn't had the best cards dealt to her, but she believes that she is going to have the life that she deserves, and she finds that no matter what. I loved her inner strength."
"We all have the capacity to feel joy, even when things are hard."
Though Parrish admitted she cried her eyes out over the ending, she hopes the film "brings much-needed cheer." "We're all in need of it," she said. "It reminds us of the things that are so important that we all have, which is family time. We all have the capacity to feel joy, even when things are hard. This movie will be a great reminder of that. Christmas is a time where you snuggle up with your family and you spend time with them and be together. I hope that people have a good therapeutic happy cry when they see this film."
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