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mercredi 8 mars 2017
The First Photo From Jurassic World 2 Is Uncomfortably Cryptic
Hold onto your butts, people, because another Jurassic World is on the way. Although the sequel is still untitled and the release date is over a year away, a few bits and pieces of information about it have made their way to the public - and the first photo is here! By all accounts, it sounds like the film is moving in the right direction (i.e. scarier and more suspenseful). Fingers crossed they let Bryce Dallas Howard put on some sneakers this time around.
The Director
J.A. Bayona, who directed A Monster Calls and The Impossible, will take the reins from Colin Trevorrow. Despite leaving to direct Star Wars: Episode IX, Trevorrow is staying on board to help out as an executive producer. In an interview with Jurassic Outpost, he touched on the collaborative environment he's fostered with Bayona. "I've been here, I'm in the office right now," he said. "I've been here every day since July working closely with J.A., listening to his instincts, and honing the script with Derek [Connolly] to make sure it's something that all of us believe in."
The Cast
So far the only official returning cast members are Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, who played Owen and Claire in Jurassic World. Trevorrow appeared on the Jurassic Cast podcast in September 2015 to discuss his plans for the sequel, which included details of how he sees Owen and Claire evolving throughout the next two films.
"Owen is going to be in it, Claire is in it, and neither are going to be in the same place we left them in the first movie. And even though Claire is the one who evolves the most over the trilogy, it's her story that mirrors this changing world. Owen has sh*t to deal with. They've both opened Pandora's Box in Jurassic World and both of them are responsible for different elements of it."
The Plot
If you're worried about seeing another dinosaur-chasing-people-around-on-an-island movie, don't be. Trevorrow said that he thinks "the general audience [is] going to be down to explore where else we can go." Does that mean we're going to see another T-Rex on the loose in San Diego, like in The Lost World? Although we'll have to wait and see, we do know one thing: it's going to leave us shaken. "It will be more suspenseful and scary," Trevorrow added. "And that's just the way it's designed, it's the way the story plays out. I knew I wanted Bayona to direct it long before anyone heard that was a possibility so the whole thing was just built around his skillset."
The First Picture
Walking in giant footsteps. #JW2 http://pic.twitter.com/fOZrFXp9md
- Colin Trevorrow (@colintrevorrow) March 8, 2017
Producer Trevorrow shared this sneak peek on Twitter in March.
The Release Date
The film is slated to hit theaters on June 22, 2018.
The Best Food Options For the Whole Family at Walt Disney World
Disney World is overwhelming enough between having to travel there, figure out transportation to the parks, and delegate which rides to go on and attractions to see - having to decide what to eat there just makes things even more stressful - especially if you're bringing a baby. Maybe you have a picky eater who will only touch chicken fingers and mac and cheese, or perhaps your kid has been jonesin' to eat Mickey waffles with Goofy for months.
Whatever your family's needs, use this post as your ultimate guide to any type of dining experience, whether it be at the parks, Downtown Disney, or at one of the hotels or resorts.
Giada De Laurentiis on What It Takes For Female Chefs to Be Successful
A few years ago at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, Giada De Laurentiis shared her history and rise to fame. As we celebrate International Women's Day, it seems fitting to remember Giada's stance on the tireless effort required for a woman to be successful in a food industry that is predominately male:
"There's very few women who break through. Just take a look at the roster of who's here at the Food & Wine festival. It takes a lot of skill, determination, perseverance, and hard work. It takes time, and over the years, I've been able to gain respect from the male chefs in my community, but I had to work harder than anybody else to get it. I had to make food that was better than anybody else. I had to make choices that were smarter than everybody else. If you can do all of that, then you can be successful. But really finding what makes you unique is key. I can't say it enough."
Though the quote is from 2014, kickass female chefs are still voicing similar concerns. Recently, after Dominique Crenn was awarded "World's Best Female Chef of 2016," she responded, "Perhaps in a few years, I hope it will just be 'chef' and not 'woman chef.'"
Alton Brown and Bill Nye Are Joining Forces to Make Your Geekiest Dreams Come True
We're beyond excited for the premiere of Bill Nye Saves the World on Netflix and for one reason in particular: Alton Brown makes a guest appearance.
In the trailer for Bill Nye's new show, out April 21, we get a glimpse of fellow science geeks Alton and Bill up to something in a laboratory setting. As they toss their heads back in cackles of laughter, mysterious liquids in hand, we can only imagine what they're concocting. If this episode is anything like a hybrid between Alton's Eat Your Science tour and Bill's classic performances, we're in for a wild ride.
This news comes on the heels of Alton Brown's announcement that Good Eats is returning, kind of. The Food Network host is bringing back a show similar to Good Eats but called something different and available only online. In a tease to his fans, Alton mentioned his relationship with Bill Nye - once calling him his "hero" - admitting, "I'm not the Bill Nye of food. He is way smarter and has more bow ties than I do."
Me and my hero. http://pic.twitter.com/V9fe1Jm4p0
- Alton Brown (@altonbrown) April 21, 2015
Whether Alton is the Bill Nye of food or not, there's no denying that the reunion between the two is exciting. We're ready for a lesson in nitrogen, crazy chemical reactions, and whatever other educational recipes these two have up their lab-coat sleeves.
Food nerds, unite! Watch the full trailer below.
The Blogger With the Most "Liked" Outfit at Fashion Week
You can track the street style at Fashion Week all you want, but only Instagram can determine the very best looks. We combed through the feeds of top bloggers who trot the globe to attend shows and uncovered each girl's most "liked" outfit of the month.
You might be surprised to find how many cozy airport outfits are here - obviously fans took notice of Julie Sariñana's luxe outerwear and Shea Marie's furry Fendi coat - but the rest of the girls were admired for their dreamy dresses and tailored pantsuits. The winner, you ask? Chiara Ferragni's seashell dress that she wore for a night out in Milan. Scroll for the full lineup ahead.
People Are Dipping Pizza in Milk, and We Have SO Many Effing Questions
Pizza-lovers, we may have just discovered something even more controversial than the never-ending pineapple topping debate. It looks like foodies everywhere have started dunking their cheesy slices into a glass of milk before taking a bite. Yes, you read that correctly. People are straight up dipping their pizza in milk, and they're using social media to spread the word about the strange eating habit.
Pizza + Milk = a great combination😋😋😋 http://pic.twitter.com/G9LGvTatjF
- zay (@IsaiahDaGawdd) March 3, 2017
Y'all ever dipped pizza in milk, pretty damn good tbh
- evan (@Clueshh) March 6, 2017
People are dipping pizza in milk and I don't know why... 😷 Got any weird eating habits? http://pic.twitter.com/q20kXhG842
- Ruairidh (@HeyItsRu) March 5, 2017
Fuck that pineapple pizza shit, this milk with pizza is the wave🌊 http://pic.twitter.com/Gib442IT99
- Michael 🅱owart (@triptr3y) March 6, 2017
Though some Twitter users somehow seem incredibly into the pizza-milk combo, others are on the same page as us - as in, the only thing that possibly comes to mind is "WTF?"
ppl have been eating pineapple pizza fINE in pEACE now y'all are dunking pizza in milk w peas and shit for rt's, PIZZA HAS DONE NOTHING TO U http://pic.twitter.com/Trjeh1G1Hu
- shellet ✨ (@heyitsshelley) March 6, 2017
I read somewhere that people are WILLINGLY dipping their pizza in milk and I will not sit here quietly while such atrocities are going on
- ramón (@RGKMC_) March 4, 2017
when the first date is going really well and then she dips her pizza in a big glass milk http://pic.twitter.com/Dx9OszMLHc
- Matt Ellentuck (@mellentuck) March 4, 2017
After recovering from the wave of shock (and nausea) I experienced the first time I saw evidence of this apparent food-consumption trend, a flood of questions entered my brain. I have listed them below, and I'm demanding the answers ASAP.
- Doesn't this make your slice of 'za get cold? I mean, I know there's a cult of cold-pizza devotees out there, but this seems like a very unwelcome form of temperature change.
- Who was the first person to try this out?
- Exactly what was going through their head when they first thought to pair their pizza with milk? (Read: Exactly how many drugs were they on at that moment?)
- What on earth is the benefit of this? Is it possible that it actually tastes somewhat decent?
- Doesn't it make the crust get all soggy? There's nothing worse than soggy crust, am I right?
- For the people who commit this nefarious sin against pizza: is ranch dressing just not good enough for you?
- And is it best dunked with whole, skim, or almond milk? Or, dare I say it, half and half?
- If we tried dipping pineapple pizza in milk, would it cancel out the vileness and taste edible?
- Lastly, how could you betray pizza like this?!
All jokes aside, we're genuinely curious: would you try this crazy-strange eating habit? Take the poll below to let us know!
Emma Watson Tied a T-Shirt Around Her Oscar de la Renta Dress
Emma Watson took on the green carpet challenge back in 2015, committing to wearing only ethically made clothing. Back then, she and her stylist Sarah Slutsky would break down each element of her outfit, from dainty jewels to pumps, detailing where every item came from on Instagram. But Emma's taking things one step further as she promotes Beauty and the Beast on the film's press tour, which started in Paris.
Emma created a new account called @the_press_tour, where she'll be sharing sketches of her looks, all-angle videos, and lengthy captions that credit the team who crafted her pieces. Many of the designers she's tapping, like Stella McCartney, have been on board with using recycled materials for years. Emma's dresses and jumpsuits are "verified green" by Eco-Age, a company that promotes sustainability through core principles that include matters of pollution, labor work, and fabric resourcing.
Scroll to get a look at everything Emma's worn so far - including these Oscar de la Renta trousers that took her from the premiere red carpet to The Ellen DeGeneres Show along with an ethically made Oscar de la Renta mini that she tied a t-shirt around - then hold out for her next ensemble, which will cater to both her smart standards and sophisticated sense of style.
Venus Williams on What Makes a Strong Woman: "Living Your Dream"
Image Source: Getty / PETER PARKS
Venus Williams seems to have conquered a little bit of everything. She's a veritable tennis master, a skilled clothing designer, a talented interior designer, and savvy business owner. But though her résumé is stacked, there are two things Venus still wants to accomplish: continuing to empower women and giving back.
Early in her tennis career, Venus picked up on the disparity between the prize payouts for men and women, and in the early 2000s, after making her distinct mark in the sport, she decided to do something about it. "The world is a place where every opportunity is available, being strong and resilient is really what has taken women so far in these last number of years," she told me while we were discussing Brawny's Strength Has No Gender Campaign. In 2005, Venus won the singles title at Wimbledon. In 2006, she spoke out about the pay gap at Wimbledon. In 2007, Wimbledon leveled the playing field.
As part of Brawny's Strength Has No Gender campaign, Venus is taking that opportunity to sing the praises of other women and build female empowerment. "We're highlighting women who are amazing, like Vernice Armour, who is the first African American female naval aviator," she said, before continuing on with a nod to inspirations closer to home. Venus said she credits her mom, Oracene Price, for raising her to be resilient. "She taught us to be leaders and to be confident and to be strong," she said.
Image Source: Getty / Scott Barbour
It goes without saying that Venus also gets inspiration and empowerment from the other women in her family: all her sisters, including fellow tennis star Serena. "Look at all the barriers she's broken down," Venus said of her sister. And it's true: between the two of them they've created huge waves in not only tennis, but in the world, and they congratulate each other along the way each time. At the end of this year's Australian Open, where Serena edged out Venus to take the win, Venus said in her post-match interview, "Serena Williams, that's my little sister guys!" And Serena fired right back, thanking Venus for inspiring her to be the best player she can be.
"By living your dream you set an example and you empower other women to live their dreams as well."
Venus spends each day being thankful for where she is and wants to pay it forward as her next mission. "I've had the opportunity to be a part of a lot of different amazing causes and charities, so that will be my main focus outside tennis and business," she said of what she wants to focus on next.
As for that female empowerment that's always on her mind and being a strong woman, Venus said living your dream is where it all starts: "I feel like standing up for what you believe in - I feel that it's helping women around you, and I think it's living your dream, because by living your dream you set an example and you empower other women to live their dreams as well," she said.
12 Baby Groot Moments That Make You Want to Squish His Twiggy Little Face
There are so many reasons to look forward to Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 - cough, Chris Pratt's abs, cough - but the biggest one of all is the return of Baby Groot. We first met the lil' nugget in Guardians of the Galaxy, when Big Groot gets "killed" but just starts growing all over again as a root. We're not the only ones who are obsessed; parents have been dressing kids up as Baby Groot, and there's even a way to make your own version! Here are 12 moments that have made us love the plant, and make sure you've caught his appearances in the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 trailers.
10 Memorable Carrie Bradshaw Quotes to Live By
There's a reason so many people consider themselves "a Carrie." Carrie Bradshaw's lines on life, love, and friendship may include a cliché or five, but more often than not, her words are refreshingly relatable, offering sharp insights into what's important. Although the HBO show went off the air more than a decade ago, there are plenty of reasons why Sex and the City is still important, both for its pop-culture impact and for its timeless portrayal of what it means to be a confident woman and a thoughtful friend. In honor of International Women's Day, let's look back at Carrie's iconic role and 10 of her most memorable quotes on love and life.
Venus Williams on What Makes a Strong Woman: "Living Your Dream"
Image Source: Getty / PETER PARKS
Venus Williams seems to have conquered a little bit of everything. She's a veritable tennis master, a skilled clothing designer, a talented interior designer, and savvy business owner. But though her résumé is stacked, there are two things Venus still wants to accomplish: continuing to empower women and giving back.
Early in her tennis career, Venus picked up on the disparity between the prize payouts for men and women, and in the early 2000s, after making her distinct mark in the sport, she decided to do something about it. "The world is a place where every opportunity is available, being strong and resilient is really what has taken women so far in these last number of years," she told me while we were discussing Brawny's Strength Has No Gender Campaign. In 2005, Venus won the singles title at Wimbledon. In 2006, she spoke out about the pay gap at Wimbledon. In 2007, Wimbledon leveled the playing field.
As part of Brawny's Strength Has No Gender campaign, Venus is taking that opportunity to sing the praises of other women and build female empowerment. "We're highlighting women who are amazing, like Vernice Armour, who is the first African American female naval aviator," she said, before continuing on with a nod to inspirations closer to home. Venus said she credits her mom, Oracene Price, for raising her to be resilient. "She taught us to be leaders and to be confident and to be strong," she said.
Image Source: Getty / Scott Barbour
It goes without saying that Venus also gets inspiration and empowerment from the other women in her family: all her sisters, including fellow tennis star Serena. "Look at all the barriers she's broken down," Venus said of her sister. And it's true: between the two of them they've created huge waves in not only tennis, but in the world, and they congratulate each other along the way each time. At the end of this year's Australian Open, where Serena edged out Venus to take the win, Venus said in her post-match interview, "Serena Williams, that's my little sister guys!" And Serena fired right back, thanking Venus for inspiring her to be the best player she can be.
"By living your dream you set an example and you empower other women to live their dreams as well."
Venus spends each day being thankful for where she is and wants to pay it forward as her next mission. "I've had the opportunity to be a part of a lot of different amazing causes and charities, so that will be my main focus outside tennis and business," she said of what she wants to focus on next.
As for that female empowerment that's always on her mind and being a strong woman, Venus said living your dream is where it all starts: "I feel like standing up for what you believe in - I feel that it's helping women around you, and I think it's living your dream, because by living your dream you set an example and you empower other women to live their dreams as well," she said.
Wedding Cakes That Channel Your Inner Disney Princess
These wedding cakes prove that any bride can channel her inner Disney princess in a classy, grown-up way. Taking characters, castles, and key themes from Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Frozen, these Disney princess wedding cakes are a dreamy way to celebrate your "happily ever after."
Source: Jessica Frey Photography, White Rabbit Photo Boutique, Nadia Meli, Cardin Creative Photography
Emilia Clarke's Essay About Feminism Is One of the Most Powerful Things You'll Read Today
Daenerys Targaryen is easily the fiercest badass on Game of Thrones, but so is the woman who plays her. In celebration of International Women's Day on Wednesday, Emilia Clarke penned a powerful essay about feminism for The Huffington Post UK. In the moving piece, the 30-year-old actress touches on gender equality, her feminist upbringing, and how we can all change the world with kindness. She also explained why she doesn't have to justify her nude scenes on Game of Thrones, saying, "If you've watched Game of Thrones then, spoiler, you will have seen me in the nude. There are plenty of ways in which people want me to respond to questions about this fact. And plenty of reasons why I do not feel the need to justify myself." Check out a few excerpts of her essay below.
"My life has been shaped by a true sense of equality; it was never an overt 'for crying out loud Emilia is just as capable as her brother!' it was simply etched into every action, choice, and behavior of my family."
"It was a recognized matter of fact that I, as a woman, was no different to my brother. Just as my mum was no different from my father in their careers, therefore I was raised in an equal earning, equally managed household that showed me anything a man could do, a woman could and should do too."
"So I grew up with a voice, but it was not a shared voice of a generation, and it was only much later I realized what an incredible, feminist start to life I had been given."
"In the last few months we have all witnessed a major shift in the way women are collectively making their voices heard. The Women's March on 21 January gathered more than five million people throughout the world - giving us all the lead to see what we can do to make this a change that's here to stay. "
"Now I don't know about you, but there are days where I feel like a guilty feminist. What am I actually doing every day to stand up for women's rights? My personal experiences, and my understanding of the bigger issues of inequality, aren't enough. What can I take part in, against hate and oppression, to ensure that the women's movement continues, and strengthens and grows?"
"As my best friend would put it, I am a girl-boss, and I am in an industry where if I speak out against inequality I have a platform, and might be lucky enough to have a chance of being heard."
Read Emilia's essay in full on The Huffington Post UK.
Quadriplegic Manitoba politician wants presumed consent for organ donation
A Manitoba politician left paralyzed from the neck down by a highway collision is pushing for a law that would make all people in the province an organ donor unless they opted out.
Emilia Clarke's Essay About Feminism Is One of the Most Powerful Things You'll Read Today
Daenerys Targaryen is easily the fiercest badass on Game of Thrones, but so is the woman who plays her. In celebration of International Women's Day on Wednesday, Emilia Clarke penned a powerful essay about feminism for The Huffington Post UK. In the moving piece, the 30-year-old actress touches on gender equality, her feminist upbringing, and how we can all change the world with kindness. She also explained why she doesn't have to justify her nude scenes on Game of Thrones, saying, "If you've watched Game of Thrones then, spoiler, you will have seen me in the nude. There are plenty of ways in which people want me to respond to questions about this fact. And plenty of reasons why I do not feel the need to justify myself." Check out a few excerpts of her essay below.
"My life has been shaped by a true sense of equality; it was never an overt 'for crying out loud Emilia is just as capable as her brother!' it was simply etched into every action, choice, and behavior of my family."
"It was a recognized matter of fact that I, as a woman, was no different to my brother. Just as my mum was no different from my father in their careers, therefore I was raised in an equal earning, equally managed household that showed me anything a man could do, a woman could and should do too."
"So I grew up with a voice, but it was not a shared voice of a generation, and it was only much later I realized what an incredible, feminist start to life I had been given."
"In the last few months we have all witnessed a major shift in the way women are collectively making their voices heard. The Women's March on 21 January gathered more than five million people throughout the world - giving us all the lead to see what we can do to make this a change that's here to stay. "
"Now I don't know about you, but there are days where I feel like a guilty feminist. What am I actually doing every day to stand up for women's rights? My personal experiences, and my understanding of the bigger issues of inequality, aren't enough. What can I take part in, against hate and oppression, to ensure that the women's movement continues, and strengthens and grows?"
"As my best friend would put it, I am a girl-boss, and I am in an industry where if I speak out against inequality I have a platform, and might be lucky enough to have a chance of being heard."
Read Emilia's essay in full on The Huffington Post UK.
Quadriplegic Manitoba politician wants presumed consent for organ donation
A Manitoba politician left paralyzed from the neck down by a highway collision is pushing for a law that would make all people in the province an organ donor unless they opted out.
12 Things You Must Know About the Drop-Dead Gorgeous Oscar Isaac
Is it hot in here, or is it just Oscar Isaac? The Guatemalan-born Star Wars star has been making moves in the industry since 2005, but his role in blockbuster hit thrust him into the global spotlight - and we don't mind one bit.
With friends like Lupita Nyong'o, Oscar is the rotation of favorite celebs and a total It dude. But if perhaps you've been living under a rock and don't know much about your favorite Hollywood actor (yes, we're deciding for you), it's time for a little "Oscar 101." Keep scrolling to discover 12 things you need to know about the hunky actor.
- Additional reporting by Celia Fernandez
Why You May Want to Avoid Dunkin' Donuts' New Salted Whipped Cream
In case you missed it, Dunkin' Donuts just released a brand-new drink: the Sweet & Salted Cold Brew. Reviews on release day were somewhat mixed, with many saying the whipped cream was straight-up salty. I finally got my hands on this drink to try it for myself, and here is what I can tell you. The whipped cream is indeed salty. Tasting it on its own, you get all salt and really no sweet. If you let the whipped cream settle a bit, it'll sink into the coffee but not really affect the flavor. Going off a suggestion that someone provided about stirring the whipped cream into the drink, I tried that and found it didn't change much. By doing that, the coffee took on a bit of the creaminess from the whipped cream but didn't pick up any of the saltiness, so in my opinion, that was good. I'm a fan of the salty and sweet combination, but on this one, I didn't feel like I got much sweet. Maybe if I had presweetened my cold brew, it would have been better - but I'll save that for another day.
25 Empowering Books Every Strong, Badass Latina Boss Lady Should Read
We are strong Latinas, hear us roar! Some of the most inspiring insight into empowerment, womanhood, and strength comes from the pages of authors like Esmeralda Santiago, Isabel Allende, Julia Alvarez, and many, many more. Whether the authors are Latina, black, white, purple, yellow, or somewhere in between, these 25 reads by female authors will have you feeling proud to be a woman and Latina - and maybe even push you to finally lean in. Keep scrolling to see our picks, then check out 10 powerful quotes you'll want to Pin immediately.
18 Buffy the Vampire Slayer Quotes You've Used at the Office
Getting through a hectic work day can sometimes feel like a battle with the undead. No one understands that struggle better than Buffy the Vampire Slayer. This month marks 15 years since the series went off the air, yet the sci-fi drama still has an active legion of fans who will forever love the show. We're taking a look back at some of Buffy's most memorable quotes that you may or may not have used at your workplace. Read them here, then be sure to check out all the reasons Buffy is still your role model.
19 Memorable Movies About Female Friendship
The female friendship movie is a totally different animal than the romantic comedy, and yet they often get lumped together under one big "chick flick" banner. While Hollywood goes heavy on the bromances, it's the movies about girlfriends (girl-mances? lady-mances?) that we return to again and again. In honor of International Women's Day, here are 19 of our favorite movies about female friendship.
- Additional reporting by Kate Emswiler and Kimra McPherson
Why 1 Dad Wants to Be the "Umbrella" in His Daughter's Life
Although Nevaeh Sotelo is only in high school, this teen from Texas has already lived one of the hardest days of her life: coming out.
Before the 15-year-old told her family that she was lesbian, she didn't know how her family would react, but quickly learned that her dad will always be one of her biggest supporters, her news didn't change that. Although it's been over a year since Nev shared her sexuality with her dad, Robert recently surprised her with an incredible gesture to reaffirm his unwavering love.
The proud father bought his daughter a rainbow umbrella, which was fitting not only because it says, "Be you, be true, be awesome," or because of it's meaningful colors. "I bought it for her because I know at her age it's hard to be accepted in this cruel world we live in and not one moment do I want my daughter to forget that her dad loves her no matter what," Robert told Buzzfeed. "I want her to know on those stormy and rainy days as she's holding up that umbrella that I am there to protect her just like the umbrella is there to protect her from the rain."
According to her dad, he instantly knew that he needed to buy this umbrella for Nev because it "represents who my daughter is: a kind and loving individual who expresses herself no matter who is looking and because she is aware of who she is, and so am I."
While Nev doesn't take for granted how her dad works to show her his love each and everyday "with small gestures like these," she just wishes that other kids had the same acceptance and support from their parents. "My dad is a strong believer in equality, as am I," Nev said. "He knows that everyone should be treated with the same respect no matter your gender, sexuality, race, or anything in between."
1 Mom's Fears For Her 4-Year-Old Transgender Child
When Rachel Anne Bradbury and her husband had to take their 4-year-old to a public restroom, she knew that a conversation she's been dreading having with her child could potentially come up. Once he looked up at her and said, "Mommy, I want a penis," she knew her time had "run out" and that her child had made realizations sooner than she hoped he would about his own body compared to others people's.
"Some boys have vaginas," she told him, not for the first time. "I know, Mommy, but all my friends that are boys have penises and Daddy have a penis, and I want a penis like them," her 4-year-old, Robin - whose name has been changed - responded.
This conversation has led Bradbury to worry about her child's future, for when he has to go into a public restroom on his own, because he's already "beginning to express feelings of dejection surrounding gender dysphoria." In a post that was originally shared in the private Pantsuit Nation Facebook group, Bradbury shared a bit more about Robin and the challenges she's faced in parenting him.
When Robin was about 2, he started telling me he was a boy. Not that he wanted to BE a boy, or that he FELT LIKE a boy, but, simply, that he WAS a boy. He wanted to buy clothes from the boy's department - he refused to wear anything that reminded him of something a girl would wear - he had specific colors he wanted (blue), specific shoes (Lightning McQueen). All of his stuffed animals were boys. He loves Legos, cars, trucks, trains, and "boy superheroes," as he says. These things, I know, do not make Robin a boy. They just make him Robin.
So none of these preferences are what led me to the position of accepting my child's truth. What brought me to support him was pretty simple, actually: I have always known I am female. I've never questioned it. Robin was telling me that . . . he knew he was a boy. Who am I to say he's wrong? Who am I to tell a 2-and-a-half-year-old, a 3-year-old, and now a 4-year-old that I know his being better than he does?
When I informed my parents months ago that their grandchild requested that they refer to him as their grandson, and not their granddaughter, they were initially accepting. My mother apologized for continuing to purchase princess nightgowns that Robin was refusing to wear. She said she would "try to be a better grandparent" by ceasing to resist Robin's wishes. Then, not 24 hours later, my parents consulted a doctor on their own, an old friend of theirs, asking how a 4-year-old could possibly know about gender. And, with incredible ignorance and devastating finality, this respected physician told my parents that my 4-year-old has fallen victim to a fad.
In spite of my parents continuing to tell Robin he's "such a pretty girl," my son does not usually get upset. He just quietly corrects them: "I'm a pretty boy." . . . Let me be clear: My parents are amazing people. They are not the bad guys. They'd walk through fire for their grandchildren - ALL of their grandchildren. They are just a couple of people who, like so many, have a hard time processing these things. They'll love Robin, come what may. But it might take them a while to figure it all out. . . .
I, myself, spend a great deal of time worried that I'm not doing the right thing. But I'm trying to be a good parent, listening to my child and trusting him. If Robin comes to me and says she's a girl, I'll let Robin take the lead on that as well. Most often, Robin doesn't talk about it at all. He is just himself. When Robin started correcting my pronouns, however, I started earnestly trying to change them - but not before that. I'm just doing my best, here, and like so many parents, I'm hoping I'm not messing things up too badly.
Following the Supreme Court's refusal on March 6 to hear the case of transgender high school student, Gavin Grimm, who is fighting to use the bathroom of his choice, Bradbury started feeling understandably fearful for Robin for the first time. If her own family was having some difficulties accepting Robin's truths, how could she not see a future of difficulties for her child when the government is also failing to protect him?
"I understand that things are complicated in government. Politicians and constituents must both be petted, cajoled, encouraged, manipulated, used, appeased. Many pieces are at play, certainly," Bradbury ends her thoughtful post. "But what is that to a little boy? He knows nothing about politics. He just wants to be himself, to be Robin, in a world that seems intent on making that extremely difficult."
Bradbury shared with POPSUGAR Moms her hopes in sharing Robin's story with others: "When people read my story, I want them to see Robin as a child, a wonderful 4-year-old person with hopes, dreams, and silliness, a person who doesn't yet know how difficult it is for the world to accept him, a world that he accepts with unbiased innocence each and every day."
The Walking Dead: Why Michonne's Life Is Probably About to Get Worse
When we first met Michonne on The Walking Dead, she had shut off her feelings and seemed more comfortable being alone. Since then, she's found her niche as a friend to people like Daryl and Carol, a lover and confidante to Rick, a surrogate mom to Carl, and the resident ass-kicker of the undead.
While she comes from a similar background as her character in the comics, the TV version of Michonne has taken on a much different trajectory. In the books, she loses two daughters to the zombie apocalypse; on the show, she loses a son, in addition to her boyfriend and friend. The most obvious change is her relationship with Rick. In the comics, they form a close friendship because of similar losses, but their relationship has remained platonic (though it's hinted that Michonne might have feelings for Rick). Instead, Michonne forms a significant romantic bond with Tyreese - before he becomes a zombie.
She also has an interesting relationship with King Ezekiel, albeit somewhat one-sided. While we hardly see them together on screen, the comics show them developing a strong trust with one another, eventually sleeping together one night. Despite Ezekiel's hopes for something more, Michonne clarifies that it meant nothing but could potentially lead to something else in the future.
After defeating Negan and finding some peace with Ezekiel at The Kingdom, she heads off on her own as chronicled in the interactive mini-series, The Walking Dead: Michonne. The three-episode series centers on her adventures on a boat and her eventual landing in a community called Monroe. When she returns, Rick asks her why she left and she explains that she abandoned her daughters during the outbreak therefore would never be able to start a new life living with such regret.
Heeding Rick's advice to get it together, Michonne returns home only to find that Carl has been kidnapped by a group called The Whisperers. They've also beheaded Ezekiel, leaving her distraught and seeking revenge. As a result, she gathers troops from the Hilltop in Alexandra to prepare for a war with this new threat, a war she eventually wins. However, the victors soon find themselves surrounded by walkers yet again.
That's all we know so far, and it'll be interesting to see how much of that makes it into the series!
39 Times You Perfectly Understood Mindy Lahiri
If you're in need of advice, there's no better person to consult than The Mindy Project's Ms. Mindy Lahiri. Thanks to her relatable one-liners and some seriously real talk, Dr. Lahiri makes the perfect dream BFF. She's smart, successful, and hilarious, and she's never afraid to tell it like it is. Even better? She's played by our Hollywood girl-crush Mindy Kaling, who brings so much charm to the character that even in her most unflattering, out-there moments, you still think, "Yep, I love her." She also happens to be the show's creator, which makes her all the more impressive. In honor of International Women's Day, we're putting the spotlight on one of our all-time favorite women. Take a look at all the GIF-worthy moments when you perfectly understood Mindy Lahiri.
21 Kickass Female Chefs Who Are Changing the Food Industry
By now, it's no secret that restaurant kitchens tend to be a male-dominated space. Between harrowing sexism and societal pressures, choosing to be a female chef in an industry that many consider to be run by men is no easy move - and actually succeeding at it? That can prove even harder.
But pioneers like Julia Child paved the way for modern revolutionaries, like these 21 kickass female chefs. No longer are women hitting the glass ceiling that was once sous chefs or pastry positions - and if they hit it, they aren't stopping. They are shattering through it, hopefully once and for all.
Best of all, they're doing it with style. From nose-to-tail animal cooking to fanciful, sugary concoctions, the cooking done by these women is not only done just as well as men do, but women can do it with their own signature spin. Read on to discover 21 names that should be on your radar - these female chefs are serving up some serious changes to the culinary industry as we know it.
How to Talk to Girls About Their Bodies at Every Age
How your daughter views her body can have a lasting impact on both her physical and emotional health. Starting from when your little girl is a tot, she starts absorbing messages regarding body image and self-worth. As her parent, what you say and do matters, especially when it comes to talking about physical appearance and weight, even when it isn't directed at her. This means that it's important to realize how you can help (or harm) your little girl at every step of her development.
According to research from the Center For Disease Control and National Association of Eating Disorders, this is a topic that parents of girls should consider at every age and not just immediately before or after puberty. At just 6 years old, girls start showing concern for their weight or appearance, and by the time kids hit elementary school, half of them are worried about their weight or becoming fat.
While every child is different, check out these helpful tips for how to talk to your daughter about her body depending on her age.
11 Times Elena From One Day at a Time Was Our Hero
Elena from Netflix's One Day at a Time is one woke young woman who isn't afraid to speak her truth. In the first season of the series, the 15-year-old, played by Isabella Gomez, had so many relatable moments - not only because she was so open about her life as a lesbian Latina, but because she certainly didn't believe you need to be asked your opinion before giving it.
If you don't already adore Elena, the moments ahead where Elena was the queen of #keepingitreal will make you itch for season two.
4 Bloody Details About the Sharp Objects TV Show
There are plenty of book-to-TV adaptations on the horizon in 2017, but perhaps one of the most exciting entries is Sharp Objects. Based on the novel by Gone Girl author Gillian Flynn, the new show has already involved Flynn herself, signed a talented cast, and landed an esteemed network. Curious to know how far along the project is? We've got all the details below.
1. The Story
There's no word on how closely the series will follow the novel. Seeing as author Gillian Flynn will executive produce and even write a few episodes, though, it's safe to assume they'll have a lot in common. In the book, Camille Preaker is an emotionally unstable journalist who has just finished a brief stay in a psychiatric hospital. She gets an assignment to cover a string of murders in her hometown.
2. The Network
The project has been snagged by HBO, which is pretty exciting news. After all, the network has proven it can handle a big mystery novel with its adaptation of Big Little Lies, which is already getting favorable reviews. (It has a 75 on Metacritic and 88% on RottenTomatoes.) Suffice it to say, Sharp Objects is in good hands.
3. The Cast
Amy Adams has been cast as Camille, the main character who returns to her hometown. This month Patricia Clarkson was added to the cast as Camille's mother Adora, who is serves as an antagonistic force to her daughter.
4. The Premiere
Unfortunately, there's only bad news on this front. There's no premiere date in sight, and the timeline isn't giving us any hope either. After all, the adaptation was announced in 2014, and Adams was cast in April 2016. Things are moving slow. But hey, who knows? Maybe it'll pick up steam in the coming months!
What It's Like to Attend Your First Fashion Week
For my 19th birthday, my uncle surprised me with a ticket to Erin Fetherston's Fall 2008 show. This happened at the height of my obsession with fashion magazines and I vividly remember taking photos outside of the Bryant Park tents to document my New York Fashion Week arrival. I had no shame as a high schooler! As the outfits came down the runway, my uncle, who worked in Fetherston's showroom, explained the techniques and the time it took to create the dresses, tops, and pants. I listened and watched the show in awe. Here I was witnessing a designer's creations firsthand instead of just reading about it. To me, that was the most exciting part - getting that behind-the-scenes glimpse. It gave me a deeper appreciation for the collection and everything that goes into it.
Fast-forward years later to my first New York Fashion Week as an assistant fashion editor. Though I still had that same feeling of naivete and pure joy as I did years ago, this time around I came at NYFW as a member of the industry. I was eager for shows like Christian Siriano (who I've followed since Project Runway) and Marchesa (my future pick for a wedding dress) because of what I had already seen and read. To experience their collections in person was just icing on the cake, and with several shows on my list, the only thing left to do was plan my outfits.
Admittedly, that part was what I was most worried about. After seeing seasons of amazing street style, my wardrobe options felt a little lackluster. Luckily, I didn't have to go far in search of some inspiration. (I had just finished our 31-day styling hacks challenge and that kept my creative juices flowing.) With my outfits planned, I felt ready for the shows and to report back everything I had witnessed.
Read on to see what Fashion Week was really like, from someone who just went. Spoiler alert: it really was the best seven days of my whole month.
15 Reasons to Work Out That Have Nothing to Do With Weight Loss
Look, we all know that exercise can help you lose weight. We know it can build muscle. We know you get stronger, leaner, more toned . . . but did you know that exercise can clear your skin? Prevent osteoporosis? Improve your sex life?
Adding consistent workouts (of any kind!) into your daily routine can truly revolutionize your life. Here are some of the incredible, life-extending benefits you'll reap from physical fitness.
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Grow your brain: Exercise stimulates neural and mental development, even in aging brains. Studies show increased gray matter and sharpened motor skills after learning a new workout, as training your body can simultaneously train your mind. - Sharpen memory: That same study - the one with the gray matter - reported on hippocampal neurogenesis, meaning the memory center of your brain (hippocampus) is making new cells and thus improved. Having trouble remembering a few things? Hit the gym!
- Treat depression: Exercise, combined with meditation, has proven to be an effective treatment for depression, with similar results to antidepressants. New neural cell growth stimulated by exercise counteracts the suppression of said growth brought on by depression.
- Boost your mood: The endorphins released from exercise will give you a surge of energy and a healthy mood-boost. You'll be feeling all the happy feels in no time.
- Sleep better: Working out at the end of the day can send you into a sound slumber. Research has found that if you're struggling with insomnia and restlessness, exercise could be the cure.
- Have more energy: In addition to reaping the benefits of better, more-restful sleep, studies show that exercise itself can boost energy and fight fatigue.
- Have a healthy outlet for stress: For many people, pounding the pavement for a run, jumping in the pool and going for a swim, or hitting the studio and taking a dance class is a natural release for general stress. It can even take the place of destructive emotional stress-eating.
- Have better sex: Speaking of stress relief . . . the mood boost and de-stressing from exercise will improve your drive, and your increased strength will improve stamina.
- Strengthen your heart: Your cardiovascular system will reap the benefits of routine fitness. You'll have a lowered, healthier blood pressure, better blood flow (so, healthier cells!), and a more regulated temperature. You'll also be better able to flush toxins out of the body thanks to increased circulation.
- Lower cholesterol: One of the benefits of weight management and a stronger heart is lowered cholesterol, meaning less chance of heart attack.
- Get better skin: The increased blood flow from your healthy heart will help "flush cellular debris" and can even clear up acne and eczema. The relieved stress should help give your visage a nice glow, too.
- Boost your immune system: Studies have shown that moderate exercise improves immune function; just make sure to take your rest days, because too much intense exercise can actually be detrimental to your health.
- Live longer: The fountain of youth? It's exercise, of course! A study showed an association between weight lifting and living longer.
- Keep your bones strong: By exercising consistently, you'll maintain solid bone density, which can prevent osteoporosis.
- Feel less pain: A 2014 study showed that aerobic training increased pain tolerance. More gainz, less painz.
15 Reasons to Work Out That Have Nothing to Do With Weight Loss
Look, we all know that exercise can help you lose weight. We know it can build muscle. We know you get stronger, leaner, more toned . . . but did you know that exercise can clear your skin? Prevent osteoporosis? Improve your sex life?
Adding consistent workouts (of any kind!) into your daily routine can truly revolutionize your life. Here are some of the incredible, life-extending benefits you'll reap from physical fitness.
-
Grow your brain: Exercise stimulates neural and mental development, even in aging brains. Studies show increased gray matter and sharpened motor skills after learning a new workout, as training your body can simultaneously train your mind. - Sharpen memory: That same study - the one with the gray matter - reported on hippocampal neurogenesis, meaning the memory center of your brain (hippocampus) is making new cells and thus improved. Having trouble remembering a few things? Hit the gym!
- Treat depression: Exercise, combined with meditation, has proven to be an effective treatment for depression, with similar results to antidepressants. New neural cell growth stimulated by exercise counteracts the suppression of said growth brought on by depression.
- Boost your mood: The endorphins released from exercise will give you a surge of energy and a healthy mood-boost. You'll be feeling all the happy feels in no time.
- Sleep better: Working out at the end of the day can send you into a sound slumber. Research has found that if you're struggling with insomnia and restlessness, exercise could be the cure.
- Have more energy: In addition to reaping the benefits of better, more-restful sleep, studies show that exercise itself can boost energy and fight fatigue.
- Have a healthy outlet for stress: For many people, pounding the pavement for a run, jumping in the pool and going for a swim, or hitting the studio and taking a dance class is a natural release for general stress. It can even take the place of destructive emotional stress-eating.
- Have better sex: Speaking of stress relief . . . the mood boost and de-stressing from exercise will improve your drive, and your increased strength will improve stamina.
- Strengthen your heart: Your cardiovascular system will reap the benefits of routine fitness. You'll have a lowered, healthier blood pressure, better blood flow (so, healthier cells!), and a more regulated temperature. You'll also be better able to flush toxins out of the body thanks to increased circulation.
- Lower cholesterol: One of the benefits of weight management and a stronger heart is lowered cholesterol, meaning less chance of heart attack.
- Get better skin: The increased blood flow from your healthy heart will help "flush cellular debris" and can even clear up acne and eczema. The relieved stress should help give your visage a nice glow, too.
- Boost your immune system: Studies have shown that moderate exercise improves immune function; just make sure to take your rest days, because too much intense exercise can actually be detrimental to your health.
- Live longer: The fountain of youth? It's exercise, of course! A study showed an association between weight lifting and living longer.
- Keep your bones strong: By exercising consistently, you'll maintain solid bone density, which can prevent osteoporosis.
- Feel less pain: A 2014 study showed that aerobic training increased pain tolerance. More gainz, less painz.
Rough Night: Scarlett Johansson and Her Friends Accidentally Kill a Male Stripper
The trailer for Rough Night has everything: a killer group of actresses (Scarlett Johansson, Kate McKinnon, Jillian Bell, Ilana Glazer, and Zoë Kravitz), comic misadventures, and . . . a dead male stripper? Yes, a dead male stripper. Johansson stars as Jess, who rounds up her college pals for one last weekend of glittery penis headband-wearing, cocaine-fueled freedom in Miami, but it ends up going hilariously wrong (because of course it does). Could this be the all-female answer to The Hangover? We'll have to wait and see when it hits theaters on June 16.
16 Meredith and Cristina Moments That Will Make You Think of Your Person
When it comes to Grey's Anatomy, it's hard not to get tangled in the complicated web of relationships that stretches across the show's entire history. We've seen some pretty epic romances in our time - there was the sheer magic of Derek and Meredith, and the ups and downs of Callie and Arizona - but that's really just the tip of the iceberg. While it's fun to swoon over all the lovers, we thought we'd pay homage to a different kind of Grey's relationship: the best friendship of Meredith Grey and Cristina Yang and the way they really embodied our BFF goals. We're celebrating female friendships on TV in honor of International Women's Day, so check out all the reasons Meredith and Cristina were so great together.
13 Interesting Facts About Goldie Hawn That Every Fan Should Know
We all know Goldie Hawn for her infectious laugh, her unapologetic sense of humor, and her résumé stacked with iconic film roles, but there's a lot about the Hollywood family matriarch and Academy Award winner that you might not be aware of. From the career she might have had to why it took her and longtime partner Kurt Russell so long to get together, we've rounded up all the nuggets of trivia any Goldie fan should know.
- She almost ditched acting to be a country singer. Can you imagine a world where instead of filming movies like Overboard and Private Benjamin, Goldie was belting it out onstage at the Grand Ole Opry? In 1972, she recorded a country LP for Warner Brothers called Goldie, with the lead single titled "Pitta Patta." Although she had the help of country icons Dolly Parton and Buck Owens on the album, she ended up picking Hollywood over Nashville.
- "Goldie" is a family name. Yes, Goldie is her real name. The unusual moniker is a nod to her mother's aunt, which she discussed during her Inside the Actors Studio appearance in 2008.
- Her middle name is less unique. Her full name is Goldie Jeanne Hawn.
- She practically came out of the womb dancing. Goldie's love of dance started early thanks to the ballet and tap dance lessons she was enrolled in at 3 years old. By the time she turned 10, she scored a spot in the chorus of the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo production of The Nutcracker.
- She dropped out of college. The future superstar majored in drama at American University, but it soon became clear that a traditional education wasn't for her. In a video for Oprah's Master Class series, Goldie revealed that her parents never minded her getting bad grades, because "they knew, basically, what my vocation was going to be early on."
- Her first onstage role was as Juliet in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. In 1961 she got the role of Juliet in the Virginia Shakespeare Company's production of the legendary tragedy.
- She opened her own ballet school. By 1964, she was running and teaching in her own ballet academy in her hometown of Washington DC.
- Her aunt's nickname for her was "GoGo." While chatting with Hoda and Kathie Lee in 2014, she revealed that her grandchildren call her "GoGo," a nickname her aunt originally gave her (they call grandpa Kurt Russell "GoGee").
- "GoGo" coincidentally got her big break as a go-go dancer. The actress was originally hired as a go-go dancer on sketch comedy show Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In after dancing "in a cage, and on a pedestal" for a while in NYC. The job then eventually led her to more comedic roles in Hollywood.
- Her first husband was also a dancer. In 1969 Goldie married Gus Trikonis, who was one of the Sharks in West Side Story. They split in 1976.
- The start of her relationship with Kurt Russell was pure luck. The two first met on the set of The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band in 1968 when she was 21 and he was just 16, so nothing romantic happened. Luckily their paths crossed again when they played love interests in 1984's Swing Shift, and it didn't take long for a relationship to spark.
- She founded a charity dedicated to enriching childhood education. Goldie created The Hawn Foundation to help improve the academic lives of young kids after being "moved by statistics about the increases in school violence and bullying, youth depression, and suicide."
- She practices meditation. Although she identifies as Jewish, she owes her sunny disposition to meditation. "It's not the idea of a particular religion that's important," she told Prevention. "It's the development of a spiritual life."
Rose Desserts: A Blossoming Trend That's Easy on the Eye
Weddings, bridal and baby showers, and just about any festivity deserves a bouquet of rose desserts. Whether topped with a crafty rose design or flavored with rose petals and rose water, these desserts will add a dreamy touch to the table.
13 Interesting Facts About Goldie Hawn That Every Fan Should Know
We all know Goldie Hawn for her infectious laugh, her unapologetic sense of humor, and her résumé stacked with iconic film roles, but there's a lot about the Hollywood family matriarch and Academy Award winner that you might not be aware of. From the career she might have had to why it took her and longtime partner Kurt Russell so long to get together, we've rounded up all the nuggets of trivia any Goldie fan should know.
- She almost ditched acting to be a country singer. Can you imagine a world where instead of filming movies like Overboard and Private Benjamin, Goldie was belting it out onstage at the Grand Ole Opry? In 1972, she recorded a country LP for Warner Brothers called Goldie, with the lead single titled "Pitta Patta." Although she had the help of country icons Dolly Parton and Buck Owens on the album, she ended up picking Hollywood over Nashville.
- "Goldie" is a family name. Yes, Goldie is her real name. The unusual moniker is a nod to her mother's aunt, which she discussed during her Inside the Actors Studio appearance in 2008.
- Her middle name is less unique. Her full name is Goldie Jeanne Hawn.
- She practically came out of the womb dancing. Goldie's love of dance started early thanks to the ballet and tap dance lessons she was enrolled in at 3 years old. By the time she turned 10, she scored a spot in the chorus of the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo production of The Nutcracker.
- She dropped out of college. The future superstar majored in drama at American University, but it soon became clear that a traditional education wasn't for her. In a video for Oprah's Master Class series, Goldie revealed that her parents never minded her getting bad grades, because "they knew, basically, what my vocation was going to be early on."
- Her first onstage role was as Juliet in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. In 1961 she got the role of Juliet in the Virginia Shakespeare Company's production of the legendary tragedy.
- She opened her own ballet school. By 1964, she was running and teaching in her own ballet academy in her hometown of Washington DC.
- Her aunt's nickname for her was "GoGo." While chatting with Hoda and Kathie Lee in 2014, she revealed that her grandchildren call her "GoGo," a nickname her aunt originally gave her (they call grandpa Kurt Russell "GoGee").
- "GoGo" coincidentally got her big break as a go-go dancer. The actress was originally hired as a go-go dancer on sketch comedy show Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In after dancing "in a cage, and on a pedestal" for a while in NYC. The job then eventually led her to more comedic roles in Hollywood.
- Her first husband was also a dancer. In 1969 Goldie married Gus Trikonis, who was one of the Sharks in West Side Story. They split in 1976.
- The start of her relationship with Kurt Russell was pure luck. The two first met on the set of The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band in 1968 when she was 21 and he was just 16, so nothing romantic happened. Luckily their paths crossed again when they played love interests in 1984's Swing Shift, and it didn't take long for a relationship to spark.
- She founded a charity dedicated to enriching childhood education. Goldie created The Hawn Foundation to help improve the academic lives of young kids after being "moved by statistics about the increases in school violence and bullying, youth depression, and suicide."
- She practices meditation. Although she identifies as Jewish, she owes her sunny disposition to meditation. "It's not the idea of a particular religion that's important," she told Prevention. "It's the development of a spiritual life."
Every Kickass Feminist Needs to Buy Urban Decay's New Eye Shadow Primer
On top of expanding its beauty empire to include skin care formulas and unicorn-esque lipstick topcoats, Urban Decay is giving women a reason to feel good about buying its products. The beauty brand announced 100 percent of the purchase price for a new limited-edition formula will go to charity.
Urban Decay will be releasing Fix, a matte beige shade of its cult-favorite Eye Shadow Primer Potion, on March 9 both online and in freestanding Urban Decay stores everywhere. Proceeds will go to The Ultraviolet Edge, part of the company's global initiative to empower women. From there, your money will be divvied up amongst select nonprofit organizations, which help women take charge of their lives.
"By supporting The Ultraviolet Edge, you're helping to provide literacy programs and microloans to women in Uganda," a statement from the company reads. "You're enabling girls in Kenya to get an education. And you're making it possible for indigent and abused women in New York City to get the legal representation they desperately need." All by purchasing an eye shadow primer! Why wouldn't you shop for a good cause?
How Could Jar Jar Binks and Supreme Leader Snoke Be Connected? Mesa Explain
After the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, it seemed the internet at large was buzzing about the two biggest unanswered questions. The first is a classic Star Wars mystery. Much like we didn't know the identity of Luke Skywalker's parents in Star Wars: A New Hope - we didn't find out Darth Vader was his father until the end of The Empire Strikes Back - we similarly wonder about who Rey's parents are ahead of Episode VIII. But there's an even bigger mystery to consider: the newest trilogy of films has introduced a menacing and powerful new villain called Supreme Leader Snoke.
The most perplexing thing about Snoke is that he seems like a new addition to the Star Wars universe, but avid fans of the films know there's nothing like a shocking reveal. This has led to many theories about the villain. Some believe Snoke could be one of "the Last Jedi" mentioned in Episode VIII's official title. Others think a previous character like the presumably dead Mace Windu or the menacing Darth Maul could have gone on to become the big bad. But the most unfortunate addition to the pool has been Jar Jar Binks.
Yes, Jar Jar Binks. The foolish, implicitly racist sidekick in the first trilogy. It all started more than a year ago, when Reddit user Lumparwarroo posted a wild theory about the character that suggested he was a highly skilled Force user and Sith collaborator who had conspired with Emperor Palpatine himself. While this theory concludes that Jar Jar Binks goes on to become Supreme Leader Snoke, a new revelation supports an even crazier hypothesis: that Jar Jar Binks is the Sith master who finds a young boy and molds him into the evil supervillain we meet in The Force Awakens. This would mean that Jar Jar Binks is not Supreme Leader Snoke but is instead even more powerful than him. Are you ready to plunge deeper into the madness?
Beginning in 2015, Star Wars began publishing a new book trilogy called Aftermath. The three books would go over everything that happens between The Return of the Jedi (Episode VI) and The Force Awakens (Episode VII). It's kind like how Rogue One ends up connecting Revenge of the Sith (Episode III) and A New Hope (Episode IV), but I digress. The third installment of the Aftermath trilogy is called Empire's End, and it was just released at the end of February. At the end of this novel, though, we unexpectedly learn the fate of Jar Jar Binks. He's a street clown who performs for little children, banished by the Gungan race.
In this part, a young boy approaches Jar Jar Binks and asks why no one calls him by name and why no one will talk to him. "Mesa Jar Jar," he says, then, "Jar Jar makin some uh-oh mistakens. Big mistakens. Der Gunga bosses banished me longo ago. Mesa no been to home in for-ebbers." Here's the interesting part: the book describes this young boy as a "disfigured orphan" whose "scar tissue runs up from his jaw, over the hole that used to be his ear, and to the scalp." Fans of The Force Awakens will remember how deformed Snoke appears, with a messed-up ear and a deep forehead scar to boot. Jar Jar then offers to "teach" the young boy: "My teachin yousa, pallo. Wesa maken the whole galaxy smilin, huh?"
Of course, it's possible Jar Jar was only ever a fool and is merely taking a young orphan under his wing. For all we know, the fallen character will just teach his young companion how to do simple circus tricks. However, if you believe the Reddit theory that Jar Jar Binks truly is a Force master and Sith collaborator, it casts a whole new light on this scene. Maybe the Gungans banished him because he was a Sith collaborator. Maybe he's lying low until he sees an opportunity to strike again. And maybe this young, deformed orphan boy has a dark power within that will eventually turn him into Supreme Leader Snoke. Could it be? Could Jar Jar return to the franchise in The Last Jedi? The answer is not a resounding no.
Beauty and the Beast: Every Song We Have From the Extraordinary Soundtrack
It's a tale as old as time: Disney puts out a new musical and the hot duo of the time gets the honor of singing the highlight song of the soundtrack. Back in 1991, Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson had the honor of singing the title track from the animated hit Beauty and the Beast, and now, 26 years later, Ariana Grande and John Legend are the voices tasked with the song for this year's live-action film starring Emma Watson. But don't fret, Dion will still play a large part in the upcoming production: she will be singing an original song for the soundtrack, "How Does a Moment Last Forever," written by Alan Menken (the Disney mastermind behind the original movie) and Tim Rice. While we wait for that song to be available, take a look at what we already have and stay tuned for more fun news about the movie's soundtrack!
7 Fast Facts About Hulu's New Adaptation of The Handmaid's Tale
Are you heavily invested in the bleakest shows on television? Have you stuck with it through all the seasons of AMC's ultraviolent The Walking Dead and HBO's death-riddled Game of Thrones? If you answered yes, then chances are Hulu's new original series The Handmaid's Tale is right up your alley. Information on the dramatic new series has been pretty sparse until now, but with just a few months until its release, we figured there's no time like the present to go over everything we've learned so far. Join us as we cover the basics.
1. It's Based on a Book
First published in 1985, The Handmaid's Male is a dystopian novel by Margaret Atwood. It's considered a classic and has never gone out of print since its first publish date.
2. It's Got Some Pretty Heavy Subject Matter
So what is it about? The tale is set in the future, depicting a totalitarian regime in a post-United States New England; this settlement is called the Republic of Gilead. The narrative hinges on the oppression of women; they are not allowed to read, and main character Offred can only leave the house once a day to go to the local food market. Value in female characters is placed most emphatically on their ability to bear children, so Offred must lay down once a month and pray she gets pregnant. It's not long, though, before these women begin to discover their own agency in exciting and interesting ways.
3. The Cast Is Pretty Legit
Elisabeth Moss will portray lead character Offred, and she's got support from Alexis Bledel, Samira Wiley (Orange Is the New Black), Yvonne Strahovski (Dexter), and Joseph Fiennes.
4. This Isn't the First Adaptation
Hulu's not the first to attempt to bring The Handmaid's Tale to life. There's a 1990 film adaptation starring Natasha Richardson, Faye Dunaway, and Robert Duvall.
5. There's Already a Totally Bonkers Trailer
If all of the aforementioned tidbits weren't enough to get you excited, consider the first teaser trailer, which seems rich with drama and stunning visual imagery.
6. Plus, a Couple Teaser Spots
This is Hulu's big Super Bowl spot.
Here's one they released on International Women's Day.
7. It's Coming Very Soon
The Handmaid's Tale will be available on Hulu starting April 26.
Why Sex and the City Is Still Important, Over a Decade Later
Rumors of a third Sex and the City movie installment have recently begun floating around, and while the reports have yet to be confirmed, there's no mystery as to why it is such big news. Since the Sex and the City series ended in 2004, much has been made about the character profiles it introduced, the fashion trends it helped catapult, and the fantasies it perpetuated; but what's most memorable about Sex and the City - and what we should continue to celebrate - is its depiction of single women in society. The main characters of the show were represented not as lonely or broken but as smart, well-rounded individuals with full lives, great careers, and amazing friendships. Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, and Charlotte proved that whether or not you have a significant other, your friends can become your family - men come and go, but you can always be "each other's soulmates." The show's fashion and food references, as well as its brand of postfeminism, are still relevant in pop culture today.
In addition to the fact that there have been two big-screen sequels (and a rumored third), a spinoff series, The Carrie Diaries, aired on The CW - and when Jennifer Lawrence famously tripped up the stairs while accepting her Oscar in 2013, did we not all exclaim that she "fell in Dior?" Here's why the iconic HBO show still matters, even a decade later.
15 #ImAlreadyHome Tweets That Will Fill Your Eyes With Tears
In response to the recent immigration policy changes made by Donald Trump and his administration, many Latin Americans have taken to Twitter to share their stories. Using the hashtag #ImAlreadyHome, people are redefining the president's narrow characterization of his constituents. One tweet, for example, stated, "Citizenship is more than laws, papers, where you're born. Citizenship is how you show up for other people." Powerful.
Scroll ahead for some of the touching and heartwarming testaments people have shared thus far.
This post was originally published on January 27, 2017.
Jessica Chastain Celebrates International Women's Day at a Rally in Poland
Stars are celebrating International Women's Day on Wednesday in all sorts of ways and in all corners of the world. While some have taken to social media to voice their support for women's rights, others have taken to the streets to participate in rallies and protests. Jessica Chastain did just that when she stepped out in Warsaw, Poland, to march with the local people. The actress, who is in the country to promote her film The Zookeeper's Wife, dressed in an all-black outfit to honor the color Poland chose to wear to focus on issues including femicide and abortion. In addition to walking with the crowd, Jessica also chatted to individuals and posed for photos. Who run the world? Well, you know the rest . . .
Learn the Secret to the Big Mac Sauce - and Prepare to Put It on Everything
We've figured out how to make McDonald's french fries and classic Egg McMuffin, and now you can make the Big Mac in your very own kitchen. A 2012 video of McDonald's Executive Chef Dan Coudreaut breaking down the makings of the iconic sandwich has resurfaced and we're lovin' it. Chef Dan shows us how to hack the Big Mac right down to its famous sauce, using similar ingredients available at your local grocery store.
Starting with the sauce, combine mayo, sweet pickle relish, classic yellow mustard, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Lightly toast three buns and brown two 100 percent beef patties in a pan, seasoning with a little salt and pepper. To finally assemble the Big Mac, add a dollop of the sauce on the "heel" (bottom bun) and the "club" (middle bun. Add a pinch of onions and lettuce onto both pieces, a slice of cheese on one, and two hamburger pickles on the other. After putting a patty on top of each bun, stack the prepared club on top of the heel, and finally place the "crown" (top bun) to top it all off. And voilà, you've got yourself a homemade Big Mac!
Elena's Vampire Diaries Evolution Will Always Be Epic and Badass
Nina Dobrev's exit from The Vampire Diaries in 2015 was certainly bittersweet. And now, with the series wrapping up this month, we know we will get to say hello to her again as the show says goodbye, since Elena reappears in the series finale! Even though the series took a new course after her exit, Elena was the original heart of the show, who had an epic transformation from innocent Mystic Falls high schooler to a bloodsucking force to be reckoned with. Take a look at how her character changed over the seasons, going from damsel in distress to a fierce vampire and confident young woman.
Cheers to Katherine Pierce, The Vampire Diaries' Baddest Doppelgänger
The Vampire Diaries has had some memorable villains over the years, but no one is quite as bad as Katherine Pierce (Nina Dobrev). Not only has she romanced both of the Salvatore brothers (at the same time, mind you), but she's managed to cheat death on multiple occasions. Sure, she has a mean streak, but her wit and determination only makes us love her more. In preparation for her big, bad return in the series finale, let's give it up for the queen of hell.
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