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.
lundi 10 octobre 2016
Salad and Go Drive-Thru Is Changing the Fast Food Industry One Head of Lettuce At a Time
Salads and drive-thru are two terms we usually don't use in the same sentence, but Salad and Go is changing everything we thought we knew about fast food! Its a new chain taking over, with six new locations in Arizona, and the best part about it is, they've managed to maintain the appeal of other fast food restaurants - it's affordable, delicious, convenient, and did we mention healthy?!
The menu at Salad and Go is not your typical fast food menu. The salads are priced around $6, and you can add chicken, steak, or shrimp at an additional charge. The restaurant offers all salads in a wrap, in addition to smoothies, breakfast, and soup during the Fall season, reasonably priced around $4. "We know that so many of those people eating from traditional drive-thru fast food are forced to go there, because they, just like me, needed something convenient and affordable, and that was their only option," co-founder Roushan Christofellis said explaining the need to replace unhealthy fast food options.
But have no fear, salad-lovers, Salad and Go is planning on expanding across the United States within the next two years, and it's an incredible way to disrupt the fast food industry. In the meantime, scroll through to see the delicious menu items from Salad and Go, and then, check out these drive-thru hacks for healthy ordering.
18 Scary-Sexy Comic Con Looks That You'll Want to Copy This Halloween
When Comic Con occurs in New York City, two things are bound to happen: the average subway rider will be startled by a cosplayer's incredible appearance, and we'll find major Halloween inspiration from the style of all the attendees. Ahead, we've rounded up a few of our favorite cosplays - from spooky to sexy - to help you come up with a new costume idea for Oct. 31.
If Any of These Photos Look Familiar to You, It May Be Time For a Mommy Timeout
Houses get messy, food gets spilled, things get broken - that's just how life is. But once kids are in the picture, those once infrequent incidents seem to become so much more commonplace - and further escalated - that it could feel like you're living inside a raging tornado at all times. If any of these photos look familiar to you, just remember, sometimes it's OK to take a step back (to laugh, to cry, whatever you need. We support you).
Read through to see 15 pieces of photographic evidence that prove it may be time for you to take a "mommy timeout."
Salad and Go Drive-Thru Is Changing the Fast Food Industry One Head of Lettuce At a Time
Salads and drive-thru are two terms we usually don't use in the same sentence, but Salad and Go is changing everything we thought we knew about fast food! Its a new chain taking over, with six new locations in Arizona, and the best part about it is, they've managed to maintain the appeal of other fast food restaurants - it's affordable, delicious, convenient, and did we mention healthy?!
The menu at Salad and Go is not your typical fast food menu. The salads are priced around $6, and you can add chicken, steak, or shrimp at an additional charge. The restaurant offers all salads in a wrap, in addition to smoothies, breakfast, and soup during the Fall season, reasonably priced around $4. "We know that so many of those people eating from traditional drive-thru fast food are forced to go there, because they, just like me, needed something convenient and affordable, and that was their only option," co-founder Roushan Christofellis said explaining the need to replace unhealthy fast food options.
But have no fear, salad-lovers, Salad and Go is planning on expanding across the United States within the next two years, and it's an incredible way to disrupt the fast food industry. In the meantime, scroll through to see the delicious menu items from Salad and Go, and then, check out these drive-thru hacks for healthy ordering.
This Is Every Fashion Girl's Favorite Hillary Clinton Tee
Celebrities are supporting Hillary Clinton by wearing one very stylish tee. The Tanya Taylor design is a simple gray and white striped crewneck shirt. On the left side is an HRC logo, which stands for Hillary Rodham Clinton, in patriotic colors red, white, and blue. The $45 unisex t-shirt is part of Hillary's #MadeForHistory initiative. Stars like Emma Roberts and Demi Lovato wore the shirt and voiced their support for the presidential candidate on social media.
Meanwhile, Olivia Wilde posted the following with her snap, writing, "The RNC sh*t-show only makes it even more painfully clear why we need to rally together, recognize our common goal of NOT rolling back the country to the dark ages, and get busy electing @hillaryclinton in November." See which of your favorite celebrities are rocking this new Hillary Clinton merchandise, shop it yourself, then check out the Marc Jacobs top the rest of the fashion pack keeps in rotation.
You'll Lose Your Mind Over This Gelatinous Ice Cream Ramen
Ramen is one of the most popular noodle dishes, but have you ever thought about having it for dessert? Ice cream ramen is the latest dessert trend to come out of NYC, thanks to The Dessert Kitchen, a Japanese restaurant specializing in unique frozen treats. Its latest buzz-worthy creation isn't exactly ice cream or ramen, but it's a creative take on sweet ramen "noodles" served in a bowl with crushed ice, evaporated milk, mochi balls, frozen melon balls, and mango chunks. The jiggly dessert has everyone talking - and Instagramming - for obvious reasons. If you're as intrigued by ice cream ramen as we are, keep reading to find out exactly how it's made, and get a closer look at the trendy dessert hybrid.
The Ultimate Fall Dinner Party Menu
If you're hosting a dinner party this Fall, consider the menu done. Fitting for an elegant, rustic affair, this menu is filled with seasonal flavors guaranteed to impress. Start with a gingersnap cocktail, and end with an epic dessert of apple crisp baked apples. In between those crowd-pleasers, expect to find a little bit of everything, including hoisin braised short ribs. You can do no wrong with this menu. Click through and consider your "hostess with the mostess" status complete.
22 Iconic Characters From The Walking Dead That You Can Be For Halloween This Year
If you're positively stumped when it comes to thinking up a great costume idea for Halloween this year, The Walking Dead will solve all of your problems. Yes, there are some zombies walking around this show with pretty intense prosthetics, but everyone else rocks average clothes that you probably have sitting in your closet right now, save for a few specific weapons and hairstyles. You can even round up your friends for a great group costume. From Rick to Negan, check out all the bloody good options below.
This Alessandra Ambrosio Red Carpet Look Is Anything but Ordinary
Sometimes you have to deviate from the norm on the red carpet. Aware of this fact, Brazilian Victoria's Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio traded her usual formfitting gowns for a white pantsuit at the 2016 Hammer Museum Gala in Los Angeles.
The model, who owns her own fashion line, Ále by Alessandra, paired her white Bottega Veneta high-waisted trousers and blazer with a tucked-in blouse - featuring one seriously plunging neckline - and striking black and silver accessories. To make things even edgier, Alessandra went with a "wet" hair look and smoked-out makeup, creating a smoldering look that was a new kind of chic for the star. Keep scrolling to see more pictures of Alessandra's stunning outfit. Then, admire her recent adventures at Paris Fashion Week.
This Harry Potter Subscription Box Is Sent to Your Door, Hogwarts Letter-Style
Kiss the galleons in your Gringott's vault goodbye, because there's a new geeky subscription box in town . . . and it's Harry Potter-themed. While many monthly box services have attempted Harry Potter themes before, this is the first officially licensed box dedicated entirely to J.K. Rowling's magical universe. Appropriately named The Wizarding World Crate, the service will deliver subscribers a box filled with five to seven exclusively designed items every other month. (Just not on Sundays, as Vernon Dursley would be sure to remind us.)
The "unique and officially licensed collectibles, apparel, figures, memorabilia, and more" in each mystery box are a collaborative project between Loot Crate and Warner Bros. made exclusively for this subscription box. Inspired by the entire wizarding world - including the upcoming movie, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them - this magical subscription is the next best mail delivery to a Hogwarts letter.
Membership pricing for the Wizarding World Crate begins at $35 per crate (plus shipping costs), but buying more than one box at a time will decrease the overall price. Most Potter fans will shout "Accio!" at this box faster than you can say "Quidditch," but we have one question: do the Loot Crate mail owls also deliver to cupboards under the stairs?
Freaky or Funny? 20 Bizarre Food Costumes
You probably have your costume picked out for this year, but you can still get a kick out of these 20 totally bizarre food costumes. Broccoli, turkey drumsticks, and sushi are a few crazy Halloween costumes that will probably make you unable to look at these foods the same way again. Take our polls to decide; are these costumes funny - or just plain freaky?
Cleanse Your Soul of Last Night's Debate by Watching Pixar's Dug Come to Life
Nope, this isn't a dream. Dug, the lovable (and not terribly bright) dog from Pixar's Up, just popped up at a park and is ready to be your friend.
The highlight? Dug confuses a local hipster's beard for a squirrel. Classic mix-up, Dug.
This Family's Love-Filled "Gotcha Day" Celebration Is Exactly What the World Needs Right Now
During a memorable photography session, Melissa Donner had the opportunity to help a new family celebrate a special "Gotcha Day" to honor when Adaleigh and Greyson officially joined their new dads, Remington and Tommy Hendrix-Brown, to form their forever family. "Several times I thought my camera was refusing to focus when really it was tears clouding my own vision ... so many happy wishes to this brand new Forever Family!" Melissa shared on Facebook.
Melissa documented the joyous family - complete in matching shirts - as they headed to the county courthouse to enthusiastically finish the adoption process. These two adorable children first stole their dads' hearts in 2015, and now they can look forward to a lifetime of happiness together. "They aren't my family, but I was nervous, excited, happy, tearful, and joyful right along with them!" Melissa told POPSUGAR. "It was a goosebump-worthy day!"
Meet the Cast of The Defenders, Marvel's Biggest Netflix Series Yet
Marvel and Netflix have been a match made in heaven so far, and their holy union is about to get even better with the arrival of The Defenders. The megaseries is the culmination of all their spectacular standalone shows: Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and the upcoming Iron Fist. (Think The Avengers, but on the small screen and with gritty New York-specific heroes.) The studio recently announced some big news at New York Comic Con, adding a very notable member to the cast. Take a look, and stay tuned for more details!
This Dad Just Proved That He Actually Understands Postpartum Body Struggles
"Whenever we're getting ready, I throw on a shirt and shorts and complain that Sarah's taking too long finding something to wear," starts a post to Facebook by Brad Kearns, owner of the DaDMum page. Couple banter over who takes longer to get ready is totally common, but the rest of Kearns's post delves into something much deeper than who stands in front of the mirror longer - it comments on his wife's postpartum body.
We all know it's not about the clothes. It's about the fact that the whole post-natal process sucks ass. The kids have become the number one priority. For nine months of pregnancy the body is stretched, poked, and prodded like a science experiment. . . . Then the baby is born. . . . people come in and visit; they say how great mum looks while they cuddle the baby. The partner takes a week off work to help out while they recover.
But soon enough, the partner has to return to work. People aren't visiting as often. They're left with the original responsibilities and a newborn that isn't sleeping properly yet. It's hard to rest, hard to eat well, hard to even leave the house for some. Then they look at Instagram and Facebook. Oh what do you f*cking know, the celebrities with a personal trainer, chef, nanny, and a makeup artist post a picture that goes viral of their "post-baby body". That only took six weeks. From that point onward the expectation is set.
F*ck that expectation.
Kearns ends his post with an important message that all women need to hear: "Take as long as you need to look after yourself and get yourself back into the swing of things. Nobody who loves you is going to care how long you take. What they will care about is your mental health. It's unhealthy to think six to 12 weeks is enough time to bounce back to your prebaby body. If you're not ready, don't set the bar so high that you fail. Set your own bar. The one that works for you."
Top-Selling Candy From Around the World
You wouldn't wear the same food costume every Halloween - so why trick-or-treat with the same candy? This year, try something new. If you're already well-versed in the categories of >movie treats and nostalgic candies, then consider serving various candies from around the world. Need a bit of an education in global candy culture? Then test your knowledge of the world's candies and check out some of our favorites here.
dimanche 9 octobre 2016
The Title of Solange's Empowering Anthem Says It All: "Don't Touch My Hair"
Following the release of her impressive 21-track album, A Seat at the Table, Solange Knowles debuted two powerful and visually stunning music videos. One of the videos, shown above, is a personal-turned-political ode to black women and hair.
In "Don't Touch My Hair," Solange expresses the symbolic nature of her hair and its inevitably intimate implications. The lyrics read, "Don't touch my hair, when it's the feelings I wear . . . Don't touch my crown, they say the vision I've found." The words are also meant to link her hair to her identity as a black woman and her pride therein.
On YouTube, many people said they could related to the lyrics. One person wrote, "I've been wearing my natural hair for six years now but I continued to cut it throughout middle school and high school because people loved to touch it every time I wore it out. And sometimes, I even had to wear it in a bun just so people wouldn't touch it."
In what appears to be a response to the video and Solange's many incredible hairstyles in it, someone on Twitter asked the singer for her hair secrets. Solange listed a few things from coconut oil to steam from the shower and, of course, her hairstylist Nikki Nelms.
Texture. Coconut Oil. Them 22 inch bundles. Clips. Hot comb. Steam from the shower. Waves. Nikki Nelms. https://t.co/EVqslJ5bJy
- solange knowles (@solangeknowles) September 29, 2016
On a Scale of 1 to 10, Lily Collins's New Hair Is a Definite 10
If you're thinking about getting bangs for Fall, just take a cue from Lily Collins. The actress got a gorgeous new fringe and also dyed her hair a sleek, dark chocolate hue while in Paris for Fashion Week. Celebrity stylist Jen Atkin was responsible for the dramatic style, and Lily also gave her a shout-out on social media for the new look.
That wasn't all, however: Lily pinned her hair back for an Audrey Hepburn-esque feel while at the Valentino Spring 2017 show. She was clearly obsessing over her hair as she posted multiple snaps of her bangs. Furthermore, the darker color is right on trend for Fall. Keep reading to see Lily's full transformation.
MAC Cosmetics's Upcoming Spellbinder Shadows Will Absolutely Blow Your Mind
True beauty junkies know that loose pigment is the fastest way to achieve high-intensity eye makeup looks, but they also know it's one of the messiest techniques. Unless you slap on a supersticky primer first, you'll be dealing with fallout all day and night. That's less than ideal considering you want compliments on the highlighter you're wearing on your cheekbones, not remarks on the little specks tumbling onto them from your eyelids.
Leave it to MAC to completely turn the concept of loose pigment on its head with the brand's new Spellbinder shadows. Launching on Oct. 20, this collection consists of eight shimmering loose formulas that are magnetically charged. The packaging itself contains a magnet, preventing any product from spilling out of the matte black container. It also keeps the shadow beautifully arranged in tiny, glimmering rows. See it in action here.
When dipping our fingers into the shadow, we observed that it featured an unusual cushy feel that was closer to a gel-powder formula. Smoothing it onto the skin revealed its rich, creamy texture, buildable color, and luminous finish. It applied just like a cream shadow, so there's no risk of fallout.
While you don't have to layer it over another color, we can see how these black-based hues would look even more dimensional on top of MAC's iconic Carbon eye shadow ($16). Read on to see shots of the collection.
The True Story Behind The Omen, One of the Most Haunted Film Productions in History
As Summer came to an end in 1975, production began on one of the more well-known entries in the horror film canon. A chilling portrayal that depicts the foretold arrival of the Antichrist and the inevitable end of times, The Omen came hot off the success of The Exorcist, a frightening and devilish adaptation that had changed the landscape of the movie genre forever.
The Exorcist had been a monstrous hit. To this day, it ranks as one of the top-grossing horror films of all time, having earned over $232 million in revenue. It also earned a staggering 10 Academy Award nominations, which included best picture, best actress, best actor, best supporting actress, and best director. With this kind of success, it seemed like The Omen would be a surefire hit; producer Harvey Bernhard had counted on that. What he might not have expected, though, was the strange set of occurrences that would string together and earn The Omen a reputation as one of the most cursed productions in film history.
Even when The Omen was just an idea floating around the Hollywood stratosphere, Bernhard had received a grave warning. According to the Los Angeles Times, an advertising executive named Bob Munger had approached him with an idea involving the Antichrist. Munger pitched the concept with caution. Bernhard said, "He warned us that he thought the devil didn't want us to make the picture."
In later interviews, both Munger and Bernhard recalled how they predicted the curse in these early moments. Munger recalls his words of warning: "I said, 'If you make this movie, you're going to have some problems. If the devil's greatest single weapon is to be invisible and you're going to do something which is going to take away his invisibility to millions of people, he's not going to want that to happen.'" Bernhard recalled, "The devil was at work and he didn't want that film made."
The trouble ignited before the film even began production. The perceived catalyst was the tragic suicide of lead actor Gregory Peck's son, who had shot himself in the head in June 1975, just two months before the first days on set. When Peck flew to London for the role, his plane was struck by lightning. A few weeks later, executive Marc Neufeld boarded a flight from LA. His plane was also struck by lightning, and he referred to the experience as "the roughest five minutes I've ever had on an airliner."
Still, production on The Omen lurched forward. Bernhard began wearing a cross on set. At one point, the team had hired a small plane for some aerial filming, but the vessel was switched over to another client at the last minute. The plane reportedly crashed on takeoff, killing everyone on board. More ominous circumstances seemed to plague the production. Neufeld, whose plane had already been struck by lightning, was staying at the London Hilton with his wife. The building was bombed by the Irish Republican Army in September of that year.
As filming rolled on, so did the disasters. One particularly chilling zoo scene had a group of wild baboons reacting violently to Damien's presence. According to director Richard Donner, Damien's mother, played by actress Lee Remick, was legitimately terrified while filming the sequence. For the safety of the cast and crew, an animal trainer had been brought on to deal with the baboons involved in the scene. "He was killed the day after we shot there," Bernhard recalled. "He was killed by a tiger. He grabbed him by the head and killed him instantly."
Even after the film was finished, the curse seemed to live on, following those involved with it and inflicting them with unspeakable tragedy. The film's initial release was an obvious choice: June 6, 1976, or 6/6/76. In August of that year, a special effects genius named John Richardson got in a terrible car accident. He was in the Netherlands, working on Richard Attenborough's A Bridge Too Far. In terms of The Omen, Richardson had executed a particularly gruesome decapitation scene. Richardson had survived his car accident in Holland, but his passenger, assistant Liz Moore, hadn't been so fortunate. She had been beheaded. According to local reports, a sign in the vicinity clocked the distance to a nearby town: "Ommen, 66.6 km."
One of the film's stuntmen, Alf Joint, also went to work on A Bridge Too Far. He wound up in the hospital after one of his stunts went wrong. In one sequence, he was simply meant to jump from the roof to an airbag, but he seemed to fall, abruptly and strangely. When he woke up in the hospital, he claimed he'd been pushed by something.
And what became of Harvey Stephens, the young boy who portrayed Damien? He seems to have completely vanished. Back in 2001, AMC premiered a 90-minute documentary called The Omen Legacy. The piece rehashed many of the aforementioned stories and included interviews with the original cast and crew. Stephens was nowhere to be found. "I saw him nine years ago," Bernhard said at the time. "He was handsome and a wonderful boy. He was tall and he was rather beautiful. It was the only picture he ever made." Kevin Burns, an executive producer for the special, even went as far as to hire a private investigator to get ahold of the former actor. "I am sure he is still around out there . . . we really tried to find him."
Stephens isn't missing, by the way. In fact, he returned to acting in 2006, right back to where his career started. He played a small role in the remake of The Omen, which starred Julia Stiles and Liev Schreiber and was released on 6/6/06. As far as we know, nothing out of the ordinary happened during the production of the reboot. The quietude begs the question: is the curse of The Omen real? Was it all coincidence, just a case of bad luck? Only the devil knows.
The Pop-Culture-Inspired Group Costumes You and Your Friends Need to Dress Up in This Year
Thinking of an original Halloween costume for one person is hard enough, but for an entire group?! Puh-leeze. If the mere thought makes you want to drown yourself in candy corn, never fear - we've pulled together some truly amazing costume ideas from this year's biggest TV shows and movies that will be perfect for you and all of your besties.
We Can't Stop Thinking About the Disturbing Twist in The Girl on the Train
One of the reasons The Girl on the Train shot to seemingly instant success was its spectacular, there's-no-way-in-hell-you-ever-saw-that-coming ending (in addition to its fantastic writing, terrifying thrills, and complex characters, of course). Although there are a few minor differences between the novel and its cinematic adaptation, the film mostly stays true to its source material. The twist in both versions is a total punch to the gut, and is precisely why everyone who adored Gone Girl couldn't get enough. Whether you're too much of a wimp to stick it out through Emily Blunt's fantastic performance or you're a little unclear about how it ends, we've laid it all out for you below.
Spoilers for the ending of The Girl on the Train below!
The Setup
Rachel Watson (Blunt) is an alcoholic and divorcée who commutes to NYC's Grand Central station each day by train, where she becomes obsessed with a seemingly perfect husband and wife - Scott (Luke Evans) and Megan Hipwell (Haley Bennett) - whom she catches glimpses of in their backyard at a certain train stop. Megan is extremely bored in her marriage and takes on a job as a nanny for the baby of her neighbors, Tom (Justin Theroux) and Anna (Rebecca Ferguson). One day Rachel sees Megan kissing another man, flies into a blind, drunken rage, and blacks out. A few days later, she discovers that Megan has gone missing and is possibly dead, and is questioned by the authorities about her whereabouts and what she might know. Given her obsession with the Hipwells (and her decaying mental state), Rachel begins investigating Megan's disappearance on her own, even though she can't quite trust herself due to her alcoholism. It's revealed she lived two doors down from the Hipwells before she got divorced from her ex-husband (Tom!) and moved to a different suburb. Tom is now married to the woman he cheated on Rachel with (Anna) and is constantly being bombarded by Rachel's aggressive drunken calls, texts, and surprise appearances at his home.
The Twist
During Rachel and Tom's marriage, he had convinced her that her drinking problem had led to instances of physical abuse and an incident at his work party that had gotten him fired. As Rachel gets deeper into the mystery of Megan's disappearance, she discovers that not only has Tom been lying about her behavior the entire time (he was the abusive one, not her), but she pieces together the fact that he's been having an affair with Megan. Tom is the one who killed Megan! She told him he got her pregnant and that she wanted to keep the baby. He then killed her and tried to cover it up by dumping her body in the woods. Unfortunately for Tom, Rachel ran into both of them the night it happened (although she was blackout drunk at the time) and manages to remember it later on. Anna also does a little digging of her own, finds Megan's cell phone in Tom's bag, and realizes Rachel has been right all along. Rachel confronts Anna and Tom about everything, and Tom attacks Rachel before she stabs him in the neck with a corkscrew. Anna and Rachel are then called into the police station, where they cover for each other.
The North Remembers! Here's How to Be a Stark For Halloween
Since Game of Thrones is heading into its final handful of episodes, there's no time like the present to represent Westeros on Halloween. And let's be real: you could dress up as the icky, sleazy Lannisters or one of the show's other villains, but, well, Winter is coming. We're setting our sights on one of the most noble and beloved (and tragic) houses in the Seven Kingdoms: House Stark. From the first season all the way up to season six, here's how to fight for Winterfell on All Hallows' Eve.
13 Times Wednesday Addams Spoke to Your Dark and Petty Soul
Of all the iconic characters that have come out of horror movies over the years (Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, Chucky), none of them really hold a candle to Wednesday Addams. As the daughter of Morticia and Gomez in The Addams Family and The Addams Family Values, the dark and cynical girl (played by Christina Ricci) has blessed the world with some of the best one-liners and facial expressions about just not giving a damn. Not only does she take no sh*t from anyone, but she is also brutally honest about her love of all things dark. Keep reading for all the times she made you say, "Same."
Use These 5 Gadgets to Print Out Your Photos in Seconds
As we inch closer to the end of 2016, it's not too early to start thinking about all the memories you made with your friends and family this year. Instead of letting photos of the year sit on your phone or Instagram feed, you should print them out to hang around your home or office. Many of the smartphone printers you'll see ahead are compatible with both iOS and Android and print out photos big enough to hang on your wall or store in your wallet. Check them out and either put them on a wish list for the holidays or treat yourself!
You'll Want to Watch This Mesmerizing Supernova Flash GIF Over and Over Again
NASA scientists captured images of a supernova, or an exploding star, for the first time yesterday and we are totally transfixed by the video. While NASA has been able to see supernovae for some time, they were only capable of obtaintaing video of the ephemeral flash by monitoring 500 galaxies every 30 minutes for three years. And we're so elated they did.
Scientists used a Keplar space telescope to catch the star as it burst - it's the same telescope that has successfully discovered thousands of other planets. The supernova in the video, technically named KSN 2011d, is a red supergiant, which has the greatest volume of all the star classifications though they are not the biggest stars in size. Supergiants are also considered to be some of the most luminous stars - and that's definitely apparent here! Keplar was able to spot KSN 2011d's 20-minute blast, despite being 1.2 billion light years away. We're not exactly sure how far away that is, but we're positive Google Maps cannot get you there. The discovery is a monumental step in dissecting the life cycle of stars and it's especially indicative of how different classifications of stars end their life cycles. As NASA analyzes its findings, we're just going to sit mesmerized by the supernova's explosion. Maybe after several hundred loops we'll watch this video of two black holes colliding.
Did This iPhone 7 Explode Before It Got to Its Owner?
It looks like Apple might need to address consumers after images of a burnt-to-a-crisp iPhone 7 have left the internet asking a lot of questions. Before we all laugh it off as just another Samsung Note 7 experience, let's look at the facts.
Reddit user kroopthesnoop posted the photos of the phone, explaining that a co-worker ordered the new iPhone 7. They stated that when it arrived, the packaging was completely damaged and the phone itself was burnt. Although everyone was quick to assume that the iPhone exploded, which may be the case, it's also possible that the package had a rocky journey to its owner, causing it to be completely destroyed.
Earlier in September, Samsung Note 7 phones were recalled after many users saw their phones explode and catch fire, but that issue was caused by overheating batteries and this new iPhone's battery wasn't on in the package. All rest assured, though - in an update on the post, the Reddit user said Apple contacted the co-worker about the phone and has sent a replacement phone. What do you think happened to this crispy iPhone 7?
17 Harry Potter Theories You Might Not Know About
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Although rereading the Harry Potter books never gets old, fan theories always give us a fresh take on the beloved series. Luckily for us, Imgur user Seregunda shared a whopping 17 theories in a post. Some include ones you might not know about, like one that claims J.K. Rowling is Rita Skeeter, and another that explains that the Dursleys were so terrible because they were in the presence of a Horcrux (Harry).
Regardless of whether they're plausible or questionable, the theories ahead will make you rethink everything. Check it out!
10 Fun and Free Studio Ghibli Pumpkin Templates You Need to Try
Every Halloween, it's hard for any Studio Ghibli fan to pick just one character from the films to dress up as. And while you'll need to make that decision again this year, you can celebrate all the other characters you love like Calcifer, Jiji, and No-Face, by putting them on a pumpkin. These free templates are all you need to decorate your home in Studio Ghibli and just require a right-click and choosing "Save As" to print out and start using. Try each and every one - you never have too much Studio Ghibli in your life!
Try Solving This Math Puzzle That Is Making People Go Crazy on Facebook
Ever wanted to tear your hair out and question everything you've ever learned about math? Well, thanks to the website Brain Dare, you can. The company recently posted a math puzzle to its Facebook page that's made the internet divide into two categories based on answers.
Take a look at the puzzle below and determine your own answer.
Did you get 40? Or 96? Though Brain Dare states that 96 is the correct answer, other users are claiming that both can be correct. Brain Dare figured out its answer with multiplication. To begin, you multiply the first number by the second number. For example, 1 x 4 = 4. Then, add that result to the first number and you'll arrive at the answer after the equal sign; for the first line it's 5.
But some people arrived at the answer 40 sans multiplication. Instead, they just added the answer of the first line (5) to the next one. So, 5 + 2 = 7. Add the 5 in the previous answer and you'll get to the answer 12. If you follow it all the way through, you'll arrive at 40.
People in the comments are arguing about which answer is actually right. Some just want Brain Dare to acknowledge that math puzzles such as these can have two answers. The puzzle is clearly extremely popular, considering the post has more than 2,000 reactions, 67,000 comments, and 2,000 shares. At the POPSUGAR offices, we're also torn and finding these two answers as well.
If you want to drive yourself crazy with another brain teaser, try this one involving fruit from a few months ago.
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Before and After: The 1 Change That Helped This Trainer Lose 15 Pounds Fast
Sam was working out five to seven times a week, teaching class at her blossoming studio Cycle & Row in Michigan, and prepping to compete on Jillian Michaels's new show Sweat Inc. Still, she couldn't shed the last 15 pounds she'd been holding on to. "You know your body better than everyone else, and I knew I was bigger than I needed to be. I was thicker than I needed to be," Sam recalled.
Sam had little success with dieting in the past and decided not to go at it alone this time. Instead, she linked up with Ricki Friedman, health coach and creator of Break the Weight, to determine what was holding her back. Since Sam was already incredibly active, her major lifestyle changes needed to happen in the kitchen. In a little over three months and without making a single change to her workout routine, she lost 15 pounds.
A self-described "good eater," Sam dealt with quantity and portion-control issues, often finding herself feeling stuffed after mealtime. "It is especially hard when you are used to being really fit, really active, and you are burning a lot of calories, and you feel like you can eat whatever you want, just like when you were 15 or 16," Sam said. "Our metabolisms are not what they used to be when we were younger." Sam began taking a short walk during and after meals, and health coach Ricki determined the amount of calories Sam needed to eat to support her active lifestyle (around 1,600 each day). Sam also began journaling her food with MyFitnessPal to keep her choices in check. Here's what an average day of meals looks like for Sam:
Breakfast: She used to load up on a big breakfast of nonfat yogurt, oatmeal, nuts, and a banana, but later Sam realized that while all those foods are healthy, it's simply too much. Now, Sam only eats the oatmeal and a small portion of nuts, which keeps her full until lunch.
Lunch: Sam makes her own salad at a local grocery store most days that's 40 percent protein (either salmon or grilled tofu), 40 percent greens, and 20 percent carbs (usually quinoa or sweet potato). She usually dresses her greens in lemon juice and olive oil.
Dinner: If Sam is cooking at home, it's typically salmon or chicken plus a cooked green like brussels sprouts or sautéed spinach. When she doesn't have time to grocery shop, she always has whole-wheat or lentil pasta on hand, so she can whip up dinner quickly. If she's out to a nice dinner, Sam orders fish with double veggies instead of a starch. However, if has been "good and controlled all day," she isn't "crazy picky about dinner."
In her new program, Sam didn't cut out entire food groups or say goodbye to her favorite treats forever. "If I go to a party and all they have is pizza, I have one piece instead of three," Sam explains. "I am a partier, and if there is a pizza party, I am not going to be the girl who says, 'no, I don't eat that.' I had to learn if I am going to have the pizza, how am I going to correct it in other areas?" For Sam and so many other women who want to see a change in their shape, it is all about finding this balance with food. As much as we wish an extra workout session would make up for a ton of indulgent choices, the truth remains: even when you're working out like a badass, abs are made in the kitchen.
Become a Healthy Baker With These Surprising Butter Substitutes
Baking calms the mind and feeds the soul, but all that buttery goodness can pack on the pounds. If you're looking to make healthier baked goods, omitting some or all of the butter from your favorite recipes can greatly reduce the calories, fat, and cholesterol. There are countless ways to replace eggs in recipes, and here are healthier alternatives to using butter (great for vegan bakers, too).
- Applesauce: Often used to replace oil in recipes, applesauce can also be used as a butter alternative, and it works best in cake-like recipes (like this vegan banana apple chunk bread). Replace half the amount of butter in your recipe with applesauce; if the recipe calls for one cup of butter, use half a cup of butter and half a cup of applesauce. If you don't mind a denser, more moist bread, replace all the butter with applesauce to cut even more calories and fat.
- Avocado: Substitute half the amount of butter in a baking recipe with mashed avocado (it works well with cookies and quick breads like these pumpkin apple muffins); use the same method as you would when using applesauce. Using avocado not only lowers the calorie content, but also creates a softer, moister baked good, and is perfect if you want to omit the dairy. You can also use avocado in place of butter to make vegan "buttercream" frosting.
- Earth Balance: Replace all the butter with Earth Balance to reduce saturated fat and cholesterol. Using Smart Balance rather than Earth Balance will also save some calories, and note that Original Smart Balance is now dairy-free!
- Canola oil: In certain recipes, replacing butter with oil works well, especially if the recipe calls for melted butter. Fiddle with your favorite recipes to figure out when canola works instead of butter; when baking chocolate chip cookies, I've had success substituting half a cup of canola oil for half a cup of unsalted butter. Although slightly higher in calories, canola is much lower in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium.
- Greek yogurt: Replace half the amount of butter in your cookie recipes with half the amount of full-fat plain Greek yogurt. For example, if the recipe calls for one cup of butter, use half a cup of butter and one quarter cup of yogurt. You'll reduce the calories and the saturated fat. Play around with using more yogurt and less butter to see if you still like the taste and consistency. Here are more ways to use Greek yogurt in baking recipes. If you're avoiding dairy, use soy yogurt instead, like this recipe for protein banana bread.
- Prune purée: Often used to help little ones stay regular, prune purée also makes a low-calorie and low-fat alternative to butter. Whatever amount of butter the recipe calls for, replace it completely with store-bought baby food prune purée (unless you have time to make your own; just purée prunes in the food processor). This option works well in recipes that involve chocolate and cinnamon.
A 15-Minute Lazy-Girl Booty Workout to Lift and Sculpt Your Rear
Get ready for a serious booty burner from Pilates trainer Jake DuPree. It's only 15 minutes long, but he works your glutes from all angles to create a lifted, sculpted backside without ever having to stand up. Yep, the entire workout is on the floor. Grab a mat, press play, and get ready to work your booty.
On Anna: Onzie, BodyLanguage , and APL shoes
On Natasha: Alo Yoga
Manduka Yoga Mats
39 Facts That Will Convince You Serena Williams Is More Than a Tennis Star - She's a Style Icon, Too
Serena Williams's name may be synonymous with tennis, but that's not the only major achievement on this woman's résumé. The sports icon happens to be a designer and Vogue cover star, too, and if that doesn't qualify her as a true-blue fashion girl? Perhaps the fact that she's close pals with Anna Wintour will.
Between putting on her own runway shows, sitting front row at Fashion Week, slaying red carpet style, and mastering the mirror selfie, there are plenty of reasons why Serena Williams is way more than just a tennis pro - she's a fashion pro, too. Scroll through for 39 reasons every style lover should be following this star, then check out how she channeled Beyoncé at NYFW.
When a Kennedy Gets Married, You Know Her Wedding Gown Will Be Extraordinary
When you're Robert F. Kennedy's granddaughter and you're getting married, you know all eyes will be on you - and your wedding dress. So when Rory Kennedy said "I do" to David DiCamillo at the Montauk Yacht Club over the weekend, she opted for a gown that struck the perfect balance between romantic and sexy.
The white strapless number hugged Rory's body thanks to a corset bodice, while a tulle bottom provided that princess-like vibe many brides wish for on their wedding day. She then chose to accessorize only with a delicate necklace, giving full attention to the poufy dress.
Although we've seen many stunning, over-the-top gowns, it's the simple, timeless ones that remain on our minds. And Rory's elegant dress is definitely one to remember. Scroll on to get a closer look at this Kennedy's dress, and check out the couple's seaside nuptials.
3-Minute Workout to Slimmer Inner Thighs
When you don't have a lot of time but you want to feel the burn in your legs, this three-minute workout is just what you need.
Before and After: The 1 Change That Helped This Trainer Lose 15 Pounds Fast
Sam was working out five to seven times a week, teaching class at her blossoming studio Cycle & Row in Michigan, and prepping to compete on Jillian Michaels's new show Sweat Inc. Still, she couldn't shed the last 15 pounds she'd been holding on to. "You know your body better than everyone else, and I knew I was bigger than I needed to be. I was thicker than I needed to be," Sam recalled.
Sam had little success with dieting in the past and decided not to go at it alone this time. Instead, she linked up with Ricki Friedman, health coach and creator of Break the Weight, to determine what was holding her back. Since Sam was already incredibly active, her major lifestyle changes needed to happen in the kitchen. In a little over three months and without making a single change to her workout routine, she lost 15 pounds.
A self-described "good eater," Sam dealt with quantity and portion-control issues, often finding herself feeling stuffed after mealtime. "It is especially hard when you are used to being really fit, really active, and you are burning a lot of calories, and you feel like you can eat whatever you want, just like when you were 15 or 16," Sam said. "Our metabolisms are not what they used to be when we were younger." Sam began taking a short walk during and after meals, and health coach Ricki determined the amount of calories Sam needed to eat to support her active lifestyle (around 1,600 each day). Sam also began journaling her food with MyFitnessPal to keep her choices in check. Here's what an average day of meals looks like for Sam:
Breakfast: She used to load up on a big breakfast of nonfat yogurt, oatmeal, nuts, and a banana, but later Sam realized that while all those foods are healthy, it's simply too much. Now, Sam only eats the oatmeal and a small portion of nuts, which keeps her full until lunch.
Lunch: Sam makes her own salad at a local grocery store most days that's 40 percent protein (either salmon or grilled tofu), 40 percent greens, and 20 percent carbs (usually quinoa or sweet potato). She usually dresses her greens in lemon juice and olive oil.
Dinner: If Sam is cooking at home, it's typically salmon or chicken plus a cooked green like brussels sprouts or sautéed spinach. When she doesn't have time to grocery shop, she always has whole-wheat or lentil pasta on hand, so she can whip up dinner quickly. If she's out to a nice dinner, Sam orders fish with double veggies instead of a starch. However, if has been "good and controlled all day," she isn't "crazy picky about dinner."
In her new program, Sam didn't cut out entire food groups or say goodbye to her favorite treats forever. "If I go to a party and all they have is pizza, I have one piece instead of three," Sam explains. "I am a partier, and if there is a pizza party, I am not going to be the girl who says, 'no, I don't eat that.' I had to learn if I am going to have the pizza, how am I going to correct it in other areas?" For Sam and so many other women who want to see a change in their shape, it is all about finding this balance with food. As much as we wish an extra workout session would make up for a ton of indulgent choices, the truth remains: even when you're working out like a badass, abs are made in the kitchen.
Become a Healthy Baker With These Surprising Butter Substitutes
Baking calms the mind and feeds the soul, but all that buttery goodness can pack on the pounds. If you're looking to make healthier baked goods, omitting some or all of the butter from your favorite recipes can greatly reduce the calories, fat, and cholesterol. There are countless ways to replace eggs in recipes, and here are healthier alternatives to using butter (great for vegan bakers, too).
- Applesauce: Often used to replace oil in recipes, applesauce can also be used as a butter alternative, and it works best in cake-like recipes (like this vegan banana apple chunk bread). Replace half the amount of butter in your recipe with applesauce; if the recipe calls for one cup of butter, use half a cup of butter and half a cup of applesauce. If you don't mind a denser, more moist bread, replace all the butter with applesauce to cut even more calories and fat.
- Avocado: Substitute half the amount of butter in a baking recipe with mashed avocado (it works well with cookies and quick breads like these pumpkin apple muffins); use the same method as you would when using applesauce. Using avocado not only lowers the calorie content, but also creates a softer, moister baked good, and is perfect if you want to omit the dairy. You can also use avocado in place of butter to make vegan "buttercream" frosting.
- Earth Balance: Replace all the butter with Earth Balance to reduce saturated fat and cholesterol. Using Smart Balance rather than Earth Balance will also save some calories, and note that Original Smart Balance is now dairy-free!
- Canola oil: In certain recipes, replacing butter with oil works well, especially if the recipe calls for melted butter. Fiddle with your favorite recipes to figure out when canola works instead of butter; when baking chocolate chip cookies, I've had success substituting half a cup of canola oil for half a cup of unsalted butter. Although slightly higher in calories, canola is much lower in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium.
- Greek yogurt: Replace half the amount of butter in your cookie recipes with half the amount of full-fat plain Greek yogurt. For example, if the recipe calls for one cup of butter, use half a cup of butter and one quarter cup of yogurt. You'll reduce the calories and the saturated fat. Play around with using more yogurt and less butter to see if you still like the taste and consistency. Here are more ways to use Greek yogurt in baking recipes. If you're avoiding dairy, use soy yogurt instead, like this recipe for protein banana bread.
- Prune purée: Often used to help little ones stay regular, prune purée also makes a low-calorie and low-fat alternative to butter. Whatever amount of butter the recipe calls for, replace it completely with store-bought baby food prune purée (unless you have time to make your own; just purée prunes in the food processor). This option works well in recipes that involve chocolate and cinnamon.
A 15-Minute Lazy-Girl Booty Workout to Lift and Sculpt Your Rear
Get ready for a serious booty burner from Pilates trainer Jake DuPree. It's only 15 minutes long, but he works your glutes from all angles to create a lifted, sculpted backside without ever having to stand up. Yep, the entire workout is on the floor. Grab a mat, press play, and get ready to work your booty.
On Anna: Onzie, BodyLanguage , and APL shoes
On Natasha: Alo Yoga
Manduka Yoga Mats
Coco Austin and Ice T Eloped After 2 Months of Dating, and More Fun Facts About the Couple
Ice T and Coco Austin welcomed their first child together, daughter Chanel Nicole Marrow, back in November, but the couple has been in the spotlight long before the birth of their baby girl. In addition to having more than ten years of marriage under their belts, Ice T and Coco starred in their own reality TV show, Ice Loves Coco, in 2011, and more recently, hosted a daytime talk show called Ice & Coco. Not to mention, Ice T has starred in Law & Order: SVU since 2000. As we await more adorable photos of baby Chanel, get to know Ice T and Coco in eight quick facts.
Take a Tour of Demi Lovato's Deepest iPhone Secrets
As Glamour's November 2016 cover star, Demi Lovato is delivering more than just a beautiful set of freckle-clad photos and particularly juicy quotes - what did she say about Taylor Swift? The "Body Say" singer also took the time to play a fun game of "Cell Phone Hack" with the magazine. In the video, above, Demi walks viewers through key elements of her iPhone, including her favorite Snapchat filter, whether she has racy NSFW photos, and her last three Safari searches (we're impressed!). Press play to watch the full thing. Then, admire all the times Demi's Instagram was too hot to handle.
15 One-and-Done Halloween Costumes For Those Who Love Minimal Effort
Are you a little lazy when it comes to Halloween costumes? Or do you maybe just not believe in spending tons of money on a costume you'll never wear again? We feel ya. Lucky for you - and all your friends who are tired of you showing up to Halloween parties without dressing up - we have the perfect solution to your Oct. 31 dilemma: a t-shirt. Seriously. That's all you need to create a full creative costume. Scroll ahead to find 15 original ideas.
Victor Verdugo: "When My Parents Came to the US, They Gave Me the Opportunity to Have a Voice"
Victor Verdugo is an editorial assistant at POPSUGAR.
My parents came to the US from Sinaloa, Mexico, with no knowledge of the English language or American culture. They didn't know that their broken English would come to alienate them from those that couldn't hear past their thick accent. They wouldn't understand why they were treated rudely when they couldn't communicate with the cashier at the grocery store.
Despite the fact that my parents only spoke Spanish at home, I taught myself to speak English by the age of 4 using cartoon characters as my guides. As soon as my parents discovered my communication skills, they carried me everywhere. I was dragged to doctor's appointments, presented to inquisitive strangers on the street, and lifted onto the counter of every fast-food restaurant.
Being so young, I felt happy and important to have such a big role in my family's day-to-day survival. Yet, the older I got, the more I started to resent my responsibilities. I grew tired of having to translate every letter that came in the mail, struggling to understand complicated jargon. I became frustrated every time I had to run errands with my parents so that I could help them maneuver through basic interactions.
I soon distanced myself from my first language, choosing to pronounce common Spanish words the American way, and only speaking it within the walls of my house. But in reality, I underestimated the strength that came from knowing Spanish. It was the language of my parents, who worked endlessly to make sure that my brother and I had everything we wanted. It was a language that went along with every essence of my being, carrying the history of my people.
It wasn't until after I graduated high school that I began to appreciate my Latin culture and the beauty of the Spanish language. I soon made friends from all over Latin America, like Colombia and the Dominican Republic, and began to speak Spanish beyond just with my family. I embraced the traditions that my parents held close to them for so many years and found guidance in the sayings that they raised me with.
My Latino identity is deeply rooted in the fact that I was raised in a bilingual and bicultural home. When my parents came to the US, they gave me the opportunity to have a voice. They gifted me the confidence to speak in a tone where I would command attention. They accepted their accents so that I could speak without one.
You'll Want to Zoom In to Get a Better Look at Kim Kardashian's Makeup-Free Face
Even Kim Kardashian needs a break from wearing makeup once in awhile. The star chose to do just that during Paris Fashion Week when she showed up to the Spring 2017 Balenciaga show with a fresh face. Kim teased her makeup-free look on Twitter, writing, "Balenciaga. No makeup today." and happened to look perfectly flawless.
When we zoomed in a little closer on Kim's nude face, we realized the trick to achieving her natural glow was a little bit of eye and lip gloss. The way the gloss caught the light made the formulas function like a pigment-free, natural-looking highlighter.
As for why she chose this moment to go bare, perhaps Kim was feeling her good skin day. It's also possible that she, like Alicia Keys, wanted to make a statement that you don't need makeup to feel confident.
Regardless of the reasoning, Kim has inspired us to rethink our beauty routine. If she can sit front row at a fashion show with barely any product on, we can give up products for a day too. And, if you follow Kim's skin care regimen, you may never need makeup at all. Read on to get a closer look at Kim's face from all angles.
Problem pet coverage and help with those chocolate cravings: The Marketplace consumer cheat sheet
Miss something this week? Don't panic. CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need.
Problem pet coverage and help with those chocolate cravings: The Marketplace consumer cheat sheet
Miss something this week? Don't panic. CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need.
Toronto woman hopes her travelling medical clinic will save lives in Haiti
A Toronto woman who founded a mobile medical clinic in the aftermath of the 2010 Haiti earthquake is appealing to Canadians for help, this time as the death toll from the devastating Hurricane Matthew climbs to 900.
Toronto woman hopes her travelling medical clinic will save lives in Haiti
A Toronto woman who founded a mobile medical clinic in the aftermath of the 2010 Haiti earthquake is appealing to Canadians for help, this time as the death toll from the devastating Hurricane Matthew climbs to 900.
Everything That Has Happened Since Angelina Jolie Filed For Divorce From Brad Pitt
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Fans were thrown for a loop when news broke on Sept. 20 that Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt after 11 years of being together. Although the By the Sea actress has yet to personally speak out on the matter, her attorney, Robert Offer, said her decision to split was "for the health of the family." Brad released a statement of his own not long after, telling People, "I am very saddened by this, but what matters most now is the well-being of our kids." While it's still unclear what led to their shocking breakup, keep reading to get all caught up on everything that has unfolded since then.
- Angelina files for divorce from Brad. The actress filed papers to end their marriage on Sept. 19, citing irreconcilable differences and requesting sole physical custody of their six children, Maddox, Pax, Shiloh, Zahara, and twins Vivienne and Knox. She also asked the judge to grant Brad visitation rights.
- Angelina's attorney, Robert Offer, releases a statement on her behalf. After their divorce news grabbed headlines on Sept. 20, Angelina's attorney said her decision to divorce was made "for the health of the family," but did not answer any further questions.
- Brad releases a statement. The actor spoke out about the split in a statement to People that same day, making it clear that he's putting their kids first. "I am very saddened by this, but what matters most now is the well-being of our kids. I kindly ask the press to give them the space they deserve during this challenging time," he said.
- More details about their divorce surface. In an exclusive report from Us Weekly, a source close to the pair revealed that "they fought a lot over the years and disagreed about many things. . . . The fighting got worse and they disagreed a lot about parenting." The insider also noted that they would also "fight over their schedules and politics."
- Angelina's manager, Geyer Kosinski, releases another statement on her behalf. Later that Tuesday, Angelina's manager told E! News, "Angelina will always do what's in the best interest of taking care of her family. She appreciates everyone's understanding of their need for privacy at this time."
- Celebrities react to Brad and Angelina's shocking split. Once the news broke on Sept. 20, it didn't take very long for GIFs and memes to flood the internet. Stars also quickly chimed in, and Chrissy Teigen tweeted, "Brad and Angelina. How am I supposed to go to work today?" Meanwhile, their friend George Clooney found out about the breakup while attending the Leaders Summit For Refugees at the United Nations. During an interview with CNN, a reporter asked him to comment on their split, to which he shockingly responded, "What happened? . . . I didn't know that. I feel very sorry then. That's a sad story and unfortunate for a family. It's an unfortunate story about a family. I feel very sorry to hear that." Adele also dedicated her NYC concert to the couple, telling the audience, "I need to address to elephant in the room . . . But it's the end of an era." More recently, Courteney Cox said the divorce is "not about" Jennifer Aniston, and Jen's husband Justin Theroux made a similar comment about the her inclusion being "nonsense." Melissa Etheridge also chimed in, calling Angelina "nasty," and saying that the allegations of child abuse against Brad were "completely unfounded."
- The New York Post releases a cover featuring a laughing Jennifer Aniston. On Sept. 21, people were furious when The New York Post released its Brad and Angelina split cover, showing a massive photo of Jennifer laughing hysterically. Not long after, Jennifer's pal, Chelsea Handler, spoke out about the breakup, saying, "Brad and Angelina always said they wouldn't get married until everyone could get married and I always said I wouldn't get married until they got divorced, so I'm officially accepting proposals. I'm ready." She then continued, "There are rumors that part of the problem was that Brad was allegedly drinking and smoking too much weed. I wonder why he would need to self-medicate? Maybe because he could have been spending the last 12 years at Lake Como hanging out with George Clooney and Matt Damon instead of being stuck in a house with 85 kids, speaking 15 different languages. Oh yeah, and because he married a f*cking lunatic, that's why."
- Marion Cotillard breaks her silence on Brad and Angelina's split. On Sept. 21, Marion took to Instagram to announce her pregnancy with longtime partner Guillaume Canet and shut down rumors that she had an affair with Brad in a lengthy post. "This is going to be my first and only reaction to the whirlwind news that broke 24 hours ago and that I was swept up into," she wrote, adding, "Firstly, many years ago, I met the man of my life, father of our son and of the baby we are expecting. He is my love, my best friend, the only one that I need . . . And to all the media and the haters who are quick to pass judgment, I sincerely wish you a swift recovery. Finally, I do very much wish that Angelina and Brad, both of whom I deeply respect, will find peace in this very tumultuous moment."
- Brad is investigated for child abuse. On Sept. 22, People magazine reported that the actor was under investigation for child abuse by the Los Angeles Police Department and LA County Department of Children and Family Services after someone anonymously reported that he got "verbally abusive" and "physical" with one of his six children. The incident allegedly occurred on Sept. 14 on his and Angelina's private plane, where the rest of the kids, as well as Angelina, were also present. The report also suggests that he had been drinking at the time of the incident. Not long after the news broke, the LAPD denied the report with the statement: "We have no criminal investigation that we are actively pursuing. To my knowledge, [Pitt talking to police] never happened. And right now, that is where our office is. We are not investigating any case, nor do we have any allegations against Mr. Pitt. We understand how rumors get spun up and hopefully we can put a few of them to rest. We have no investigation involving Mr. Pitt." People later clarified that the DCFS is still investigating Brad for child abuse, but the LAPD has not been involved. TMZ has also further reported that the child abuse allegations have been transferred to the FBI.
- Brad gets a lawyer. On Sept. 22, The Hollywood Reporter reported that the actor enlisted help from Lance Spiegel, a family law attorney from Beverly Hills, for his upcoming divorce.
- The FBI releases an official statement. On Sept. 22, the FBI responded to Brad's child abuse investigation in a statement to Us Weekly saying, "In response to your inquiry regarding allegations within the special aircraft jurisdiction of the United States; specifically, an aircraft carrying Mr. Brad Pitt and his children, the FBI is continuing to gather facts and will evaluate whether an investigation at the federal level will be pursued."
- Brad Pitt backs out of an event and releases another statement. On Sept. 27, Brad revealed he wouldn't be attending a previously planned screening of Terrence Howard's Voyage of Time. "I'm currently focused on my family situation and don't want to distract attention away from this extraordinary film," he said.
- Brad offers to take a drug test. In an effort to prove he has nothing to hide, Brad agreed to a drug test, according to a report from Us Weekly on Sept. 28. A legal source confirmed that the test would not not be conducted against Brad's will, stating, "The DCFS [Department of Community & Family Services] wouldn't compel someone to provide the urine sample for the drug test; it would be voluntary."
- Angelina hires the real-life Olivia Pope for her divorce. On Sept. 29, People confirmed that the actress hired famous crisis manager Judy Smith, who inspired Kerry Washington's character in Scandal, to help with her divorce. "Judy has been asked to consult with those working with Angelina on divorce negotiations," a source told the magazine. "Judy and her firm have a long history of handling issues that have unfortunately garnered too much attention in the public eye, and she knows how to push towards resolutions that are swift and discreet."
- Brad and Angelina reach a temporary custody agreement. On Sept. 30, it was revealed that the former couple reached a temporary custody agreement, which will be in effect for three weeks before the LA County Department of Children and Family Services will draw up another arrangement or turn the jurisdiction over to the court. The agreement states that Angelina will get full physical custody of their children and Brad will have visitation rights, although hist first visit will be monitored by a therapist, who will determine if he is allowed to then have unsupervised time with the kids. Angelina and Brad also have to attend individual counseling as well as family counseling with the kids, and Brad has to take random drug and alcohol tests.
- Brad won't be prosecuted for alleged plane incident with Angelina and Maddox. On Oct. 8, it was reported that the FBI never opened an investigation against Brad because there was "no case," though TMZ says the FBI is still working on gathering all the facts from the incident.
Queen Máxima's Dress Looks Straight Off the Chanel Runway, but It's From Your Favorite Store
From her black gloves to her pussy-bow tweed dress, we're getting major Chanel vibes from Queen Máxima's latest look. The Dutch royal accessorized her outfit to a T when she attended the opening of the European congress, choosing sleek black tights, Christian Louboutin peep-toe pumps, pearl flower studs, and an oversize hat.
After careful research, we determined that, no, Karl Lagerfeld did not create her outfit, despite its many feminine details that reflect the fashion house. In fact, her design is by Zara. Yes, the store you just shopped at yesterday (or, OK, last week). While this particular piece is sold out, there's a similar style available, along with plenty of alternative options for the sophisticated girl who likes a girlie touch. Scroll for all the inspiration you need to add a little texture to your work dress.
Get Another Look at Laura Prepon's Stunning Engagement Ring
After confirming their engagement last week, Laura Prepon and Ben Foster attended the world premiere of Inferno in Florence, Italy on Saturday evening. Laura wore a black polka-dot dress, which she paired with her blindingly-gorgeous diamond sparkler, while Ben looked handsome in a black suit. Also at the event was Tom Hanks, who brought along his lovely wife, Rita Wilson.
Laura and Ben first sparked romance rumors when they were spotted out together in NYC back in July, but the Orange Is the New Black actress has actually known her fiancé since she was 18. Laura and Ben are mutual friends with her That '70s Show costars, Danny Masterson and Ashton Kutcher, and during an appearance on Live With Kelly on Friday, Ashton joked about how upset he was that he found out about their surprise engagement on the news instead of from the stars themselves. "I'm double upset that neither of them told me and I got off the plane in New York and was like, 'What?!' They're all my friends and everybody is hooking up and it's weird!" he said.
The Most Iconic Oscar de la Renta Wedding Gowns Ever Created
Creative Director of Oscar de la Renta Peter Copping may be stepping down after nearly two years, but he's left his legacy at the fashion house. Peter created actress Allison William's wedding gown, which, in true ODLR form, was completely romantic. Of course, the signature dress style was started by Oscar himself, who designed countless looks we'll never forget. Whether brought to life by Peter, Oscar, or the next great artist who leads the company, there's no denying the magic that comes with an Oscar style moment. Read on for a look at eight famous brides who were lucky enough to walk down the aisle in the label's most wondrous silhouettes.
If You Don't Like This Chinese Bride's First Wedding Gown, She's Got 3 More to Impress You With
Film star Tavia Yeung married actor Him Law in Hong Kong, and while the pair held numerous ceremonies, they finished their celebrations at the Ritz Carlton. Tavia's intricately stitched qipao, a traditional dress for a Chinese wedding, was gorgeous enough, the hem lightly grazing her feet so you could make out her matching flats. But as beautiful as the design was, it was no match for the gowns that followed.
Tavia also wore a cap-sleeved pouf dress complete with a floor-sweeping veil and then changed into her Ersa Atelier number, which she stayed in for most of the evening. This design, sleeveless and perfect for partying, contained a full tulle skirt of many layers, and when she sat down, it surrounded her like a cloud.
But Tavia's final outfit will make modest brides swoon: a mermaid silhouette finished with plenty of shimmer and lovely when styled with a feminine updo and thin headband. Read on to see every look from Tavia and Him's much-buzzed-about nuptials.
Bella Hadid Totally Stole These Styling Hacks From Mary-Kate and Ashley Movies
Bella Hadid may be considered the Mary-Kate to Gigi's Ashley, but in reality, she doesn't pick favorites. The It model has stolen styling tips from both Olsen twins, and a quick look through her latest outfits confirms it. From the bright-colored glasses she's been loving as of late to the simple tube tops she wears on vacation, the majority of Bella's looks are '90s and '00s inspired, constantly reminding us of what MK + A wore back when they still made movies.
Revisit some throwback trends the now-designer twins made happen, then see how Bella's pulling 'em off today. As long as she stays away from that frosted lip gloss, we're down to give this a try ourselves.
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