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.
mercredi 29 mars 2017
A Look at Bob Harper's Road to Recovery
After surviving a massive heart attack last month, Bob Harper has had to change things up in his regular routine. His path to recovery is just beginning, and it includes changes to his diet (with a surprising sweet treat), backing off from intense exercise (no CrossFit!), and monitoring his vitals closely with doctor supervision. Plus, his recovery companion is super cute - take a look.
26 Tropical Beauty Products to Bring to Tulum
Whether you're traveling to Tulum or living vicariously through someone else's vacation, "the Tulum effect" is a powerful force. Known for its laid-back vibes, tropical scents, and minimalist aesthetic, the Mayan Riviera destination is influencing everything from fashion to home decor to beauty products.
These coconut-infused, minimalist-designed, and palm-tree-adorned beauty products are must haves for your next trip to Tulum - and they're also a great way to sample the spirit of the Caribbean destination without leaving your bathroom. Read on for our 26 favorite finds.
How Jon Snow Is More Like Ned Than Any of the Stark Children
It's pretty much universally accepted at this point that Jon Snow isn't really Ned Stark's son on Game of Thrones, but the bastard apple doesn't always fall far from the tree (even if the apple is actually the nephew of the tree). Over the course of six seasons, we've watched Jon slowly evolve from family outcast to badass leader, and there's no denying how much Ned has inspired the man Jon has become, right down to his fashion sense. While we're waiting for more season seven details, take a look at the stark similarities. (Get it?)
They're both great (but reluctant) leaders.
In season one, Ned initially declines Robert Baratheon's request for Ned to be his Hand to the King. Though Ned is a loyal friend, he's never really desired being in a place of high power. However, his commitment to justice (in this case, investigating the Lannisters and Jon Arryn's death) and doing what's best for Westeros eventually sways him to head to King's Landing. Similarly, Jon has no aspirations of being Lord Commander when he first joins the Night's Watch, but ultimately accepts the position when it's decided by the group that he's the right choice. Jon tries to decline leadership again when Sansa reveals her plan to take back Winterfell; at this point, Jon has already been murdered for his role and has no interest in heading up an army and going into battle. However, like Ned, his commitment to doing the right thing, especially for his family, puts him in charge once again (though really Sansa is pulling a lot the strings here).
They refuse to compromise their morals
There's no denying that the Stark men are honorable, but unfortunately, like his father (and his brother Robb), Jon's rise to power ends in tragedy - and all three men fall due to an inherent difficulty in playing the darker side of the titular game of thrones. As Hand to the King, Ned is basically outplayed by everyone in King's Landing once Robert dies - proving to be no match for Littlefinger and the Lannisters, he ends up with his head on a spike, going to the grave refusing to truly acknowledge Joffrey as the true king (despite his final false confession). Jon gets into hot water with the Night's Watch when he won't turn his back on the wildlings (at the urging of many of his own men) - and pays the price when his men stage a mutiny. In his second life, Jon makes another grave mistake due to emotion - in the Battle of the Bastards, he's unable to stick to the plan to wait for the Bolton army to charge. Once he watches his brother Rickon die, he can't help but run straight for Ramsay (which also leads his army directly into a trap). Thankfully, things have worked out better for Jon than for Ned.
They're not afraid to do what they have to to make sure justice is served
It's clear from the very first episode of Game of Thrones that Jon is heeding his father's advice very carefully. In one of the first scenes of the show, Ned beheads a deserter of the Night's Watch as his sons look on, noting the importance that he do the beheading himself since he's delivering the sentence. Later, Jon follows suit in beheading Janos Slynt, after Slynt fails to acknowledge Jon as Lord Commander, and again in season six when Jon sees that the Night's Watch mutineers are hanged.
The physical similarities
Jon has always had the look of a Stark (moreso than Sansa, for example, who shares more similarities with her mother's side), but he's looked more like Ned than ever since his near death experience. For starters, there's the man bun Jon has been sporting, which harkens back to the Ned Stark mini-ponytail of season one. Then, there's the matter of armor: in season six, Jon has started wearing the Stark armor we previously saw on both Ned and Robb. Completing the look is the new fur cloak that Sansa makes and gifts to Jon after their reunion, which she modeled after the one their father used to wear. (Jon and Ned also share the uncanny ability to beautifully brood, but that's nothing new.)
This Sci-Fi Horror Movie Looked Scary Enough, Then We Realized It's Based on True Events
In 1997, a series of lights flashed across the sky in Phoenix, AZ. What they were exactly is still a mystery, and a new film is telling a fictionalized story inspired by the real-life incident. In Phoenix Forgotten, we meet three students who go out to search for the source of the lights . . . and never return. Like its found-footage grandfather The Blair Witch Project, this movie also features a cast of mostly unknown actors. However, Alien director Ridley Scott is on board as a producer, which is a great sign. The movie opens April 21 - let's hope it make our list of 2017's best horror movies!
25 illnesses in 4 provinces linked to E. coli-tainted Robin Hood flour
There have been 25 cases of E. coli linked to a recalled batch of Robin Hood All Purpose Flour, the Public Health Agency of Canada says.
25 illnesses in 4 provinces linked to E. coli-tainted Robin Hood flour
There have been 25 cases of E. coli linked to a recalled batch of Robin Hood All Purpose Flour, the Public Health Agency of Canada says.
10 Influencers Just Designed New MAC Lipsticks - and They're Not What You'd Expect
If you take a look back at MAC's collaboration histories, you'll see that among big names like Lady Gaga and Zac Posen are up-and-coming artists, be they in the fields of fashion, music, or makeup artistry. That's why I wasn't surprised that when the brand announced its upcoming 10-piece lipstick collection designed by influencers (which POPSUGAR exclusively revealed earlier this year), MAC's team had selected a healthy mix of 10 world-famous and under-the-radar beauty pros.
According to Catherine Bomboy Dougherty, the senior vice president of public relations at MAC, that progressive attitude is in the very foundation of the brand. "It's what MAC was built on," she said in an interview with POPSUGAR.
The ideology of "all ages, all races, all sexes" is built into MAC's credo, but I'd believe that "all things chic" is written between the lines of that mission statement. I went on a press trip to MAC's official labs in Toronto to meet them and witness the creation of their bespoke lipsticks, so I can vouch that the 10 influencers selected exude an effortless sense of cool. But more importantly, they really know what they're talking about when it comes to makeup.
I viewed all the different levels of the formulation process, which included mood boards, essays about the ideal color, and hand-mixing pigment in a cosmetic chemist's lab. Each person creating their own lipstick was absolutely fastidious, often adjusting tones by practically invisible fractions to craft their perfect shade.
The perfect shades themselves surprised me. All but one of the influencers created their own variation of nude lipstick. The outlier chose red, which she would have liked to name Vic Woo (a combination of her own name and the iconic MAC Ruby Woo lipstick). I had expected the punchy, rainbow hues that many of them wear on their social channels, but when it came down to it, they simply wanted their neutral lipstick dreams realized. I totally respect this. The tones shifted from deep to light, cool to warm, and matte to sheer. While some may look similar to the naked eye, I saw firsthand that many of the amateur chemists had women of a wide range of skin tones test out their shade as they mixed them. It was clear that they wanted their formula to work well on a variety of skin tones.
"That's one of the reasons why we have such amazing respect for them," said Bomboy Dougherty. "They are really well-versed on the products, the textures, the finishes, the ingredients, the undertones." She laughed as she added, "I felt like when we were working with these people that some of them know our product better than we do sometimes."
That understanding of MAC formulas comes from the influencers' long relationships with the products, be they personal or professional. A lot of them started out as makeup artists before shifting their attention to social media. In fact, Samantha Ravndahl - known as @ssssamanthaa to her 2.4 million followers on Instagram - worked at a MAC counter in her early days of makeup artistry. "Our artists at the brand were so excited that we chose her," revealed Bomboy Dougherty. "She's part of that community and our artists internally really support that."
Sadly, you'll only be able to buy the colors made by your country's corresponding influencer(s). For example, if you're based in the United States, you will have shopping access exclusively to Gabriel Zamora and Laura Lee's lipsticks, while Brazilian MAC fans can just get Victoria Ceridono's shade. But believe me when I say that all 10 of these individuals are worth getting to know. Read on for more insight into their creative processes, including their fantasy names for their shades (which include inspiration from Disney princesses, furry friends, and their fans) and a glimpse at the shades before they launch later this year.
Pugicorn Galaxy Leggings Exist Because the World Is a Magical Place
Look at these leggings.
LOOK. AT. THEM.
While scoping @BeastModeGrandma's Instagram, we came across the most magical piece of activewear we've ever seen: these Pugicorn (yes, flying pug unicorn) Galaxy Leggings ($39, originally $50) and couldn't stop staring.
It's the stuff dreams are made of: magical puppies soaring through the nebulas of outer space with beauty and grace. If you want to stand out at the gym, we guarantee these will do the trick. All while combining your love for pugs, flying unicorns, and galaxy tights.
Pugicorn Galaxy Leggings Exist Because the World Is a Magical Place
Look at these leggings.
LOOK. AT. THEM.
While scoping @BeastModeGrandma's Instagram, we came across the most magical piece of activewear we've ever seen: these Pugicorn (yes, flying pug unicorn) Galaxy Leggings ($39, originally $50) and couldn't stop staring.
It's the stuff dreams are made of: magical puppies soaring through the nebulas of outer space with beauty and grace. If you want to stand out at the gym, we guarantee these will do the trick. All while combining your love for pugs, flying unicorns, and galaxy tights.
I Lost My Husband 3 Days After Welcoming Our First Baby
There I sat, my 3-day-old infant in my arms, trembling in fear as chaos and horror played out in my living room. Muffled by my bedroom door were sirens, chattering voices, and screams that will forever haunt my dreams. Frozen and in a state of shock, all I could see in my mind was the lifeless face of the only man I ever intended to love, his lips white and his body lying on the floor in an unnatural state. "I couldn't feel a pulse, but he has to be alive," I told myself. A police officer slowly opened my door and disturbingly made his way to my bed. Out of the corner of my eye, I could see the willing arms of family members reaching out for my infant son. As the words "He's deceased" came out of the officer's mouth, all went black.
A stray bullet is how the news reported the story, but we will never know the whole truth. The bullet that killed Justin went against pure logic and had a statistical probability of one in infinity. In a drunken stupor, my backyard neighbor fired his 9mm semi-automatic handgun. The bullet managed to travel through his screen door (dodging dozens of trees) over 200 feet to our home. It crashed through our glass door and blinds, continued across our living room, and finally stopped when it hit Justin in the head at the very second he jumped up from our sofa.
We tend to refer to the next day as "the day the music died." I had a 3-day old-baby and now a dead husband.It's been two years since that tragic day, and at 33 years old, I see myself a much sadder but wiser girl. Going through something so horrific and life-altering not only changes the way you see the world, it transforms it. Grief is a very personal thing, and while I would never claim to be an expert on coping, I do know firsthand how to live with it. I like to compare it to a scar. More specifically, an internal scar on your heart and in your mind that follows you everywhere. A dark cloud that hovers over everything good and beautiful for the rest of your life. For one to truly understand the full gravity of the situation, you have to know the story as a whole, not just the ending. Therefore, I must jump back 19 years.
I was barely a teen, a 14-year-old girl in the eighth grade, when I first met and fell in love with Justin Ayers. He could play the guitar like Jimi Hendrix and crack a joke like Jerry Seinfeld. He was a smart, talented, adorable, funny, passionate boy, and I took notice. As I think back on our love story, a specific song lyric comes to mind: "Each night I ask the stars up above, why must I be a teenager in love?" I would sob, "Why can't we just get married today?" My friends and family (with the exception of my mom) would chuckle at the idea, dismissing us as kids who would grow up and realize it's just the hormones. But I never once doubted. In 2003 (one year after I graduated high school), we finally tied the knot.
Over the next 10 years, Justin and I made our own rules in life. We had several goals we wanted to pursue, so we decided to wait to start a family, knowing we needed time to grow up. We formed multiple bands, traveled for leisure and work, and wrote and recorded an album together. It was definitely outside the norm, but it was our norm, and we savored it. Then one morning, I woke up and suddenly felt different. I wanted a baby! And Justin agreed. We'd been married for 10 years, and we both knew we were ready to become parents. We got busy between the sheets and in September 2013, I became pregnant with our son, Jax.
On June 14, 2014, I remember looking at my infant son and realizing, "I finally understand!" His hair was thick and silky, his lips were bright red, and his eyes were captivating. Beyond a shadow of a doubt, bringing a child into this world has to be one of the most incredible feelings a woman can experience in life. A few minor birthing complications cost us an extra day in the hospital, but on the third evening, we were released and went home to be a family.
We tend to refer to the next day as "the day the music died." I had a 3-day-old baby and now a dead husband. I was a brand-new mother and now a widow at only 31 years old. I never had a chance to tell Justin goodbye or tell him how much I loved him. I like to think he already knew.
We buried Justin on a Saturday, exactly one week after Jax was born. The day after his funeral, the crowds were starting to disperse, and my support system was dwindling down to a much smaller group. It seems incomprehensible to try to portray the level of darkness I slipped into. A darkness that is so scary, I wasn't "allowed" to be left alone for one second. Not even to take a shower.
Life is a series of choices, and this choice to live started with my decision to get up off the bathroom floor and feed my infant son."Jess, you OK in there?" my friend Casey hollered as she banged on the bathroom door, "Jax is crying and needs to eat. Do we need to break the door down?" Time seemed frozen as I realized it had been two hours since I'd snuck away to the bathroom, granting my first chance to be alone since losing Justin. I took it as my only opportunity to bask in my own misery. The light from the hall shone brightly under the door as I lay in a pool of tears staring at everyone's feet pacing back and forth. With the chill of the bathroom tile on my cheek being my only comfort from the pain, I decided in that moment that I was ready to completely give up. I wanted to die.
I could hear multiple voices in the hallway, all pleading for me to open the door. But in the distance I could hear a tiny voice that resonated in my heart. It was Jax, he was hungry, and I knew I was his source for food. "We are sending someone to the store for formula," my mom said to me. That was the defining moment when I had to make a choice, life or death. I realized that even though the life I'd worked so hard for was gone, I could try and start a new one. My son needed me to survive, and I needed him. It took me over 10 minutes to actually stand to my feet, but once I did, I felt a little hopeful. Life is a series of choices, and this choice to live started with my decision to get up off the bathroom floor and feed my infant son.
Over the next year, I was like a chameleon. I became so many different versions of myself that I didn't know who I was anymore. Was I Justin's wife or his widow? Was I a stay-at-home mom who used to be a musician or would I sing again? Would I ever have the opportunity to have another child? I had always wanted three. The endless questions and constant wonder consumed me from the inside out. For close to 10 months, I disappeared from any social scene, social media, or social circle that didn't include a few select people. I was hiding from the world and wasting away to nothing, a shell of my former self. Then it happened again. I looked at my now-10-month-old baby and felt ashamed. That hungry infant, once crying for mommy's milk, was now starting to talk, walk, and think. Looking at my gorgeous baby boy, I once again realized that it was time for me to make another choice between life or death.
Looking back on the last two years of my life, I realize how many choices and decisions I had to make to arrive where I'm at today. I needed to find "me" again, and that required throwing myself back into my biggest passion, which had ironically become my biggest fear: music. My love for performing and music was something I shared with Justin, and it was now something I was forced to explore on my own. By sheer circumstance, I reconnected with a former bandmate and was presented with the opportunity to fill in on a few gigs. With much hesitation, I accepted. Declining the opportunity and turning my back on what I used to love would have been the much safer bet. But I knew it would mean I would end up spending the rest of my life running away from the pain and the joy it would bring.
The roller coaster of emotions I go through during a live show are endless. However, I choose to face them every night because in the end, the good outweighs the bad. I maintain the idea though that the happiness I experience day to day is by my own choosing. Every single day I wake up like everyone else and I'm faced with a choice. Some days I hate life and choose to be sad, angry, hurt, scared, resentful, and lonely. Other days I feel blessed and choose to be happy, optimistic, thankful, forgiving, and compassionate. Each day is a new decision, and with each decision brings a new outcome. I can only hope I'm making the right choices for my future, especially for Jax's.
When I close my eyes at night, I like to tell myself three things: I will be eternally grateful for you, my mommy! I will forever worship you, my Justin! And I will always love you, my Jax!
Some of the greatest quotes in life come to us in the form of song lyrics. So, I will leave you with these words from Aerosmith: "Life's a journey, not a destination. And I just can't tell just what tomorrow brings."
Jessica Ayers recently founded a foundation for young widowed mothers. For more, visit her website, The Singing Widow, where she blogs about life, loss, and motherhood.
10 Trends From Your '90s Childhood You Need to Start Wearing Again
We'll admit it: childhood was not our most fashion-conscious era. With outfits chosen mostly by our moms, let's just say we were not the coolest kids on the playground. But it's funny how fashions change over time, because today, dusting off some of those same looks can make you the chicest woman in the room.
So the next time you're browsing through your old photos and looking for a perfect #tbt, don't forget that your childhood self actually had some serious style credibility. Though there are some throwback styles we would definitely rather forget, these 10 classics are totally appropriate to add to your adult wardrobe.
Doctor in Ebola case found guilty of misconduct in UK
A tribunal has found a doctor who misled other medics over the temperature of Ebola nurse Pauline Cafferkey is guilty of serious misconduct.
Doctor in Ebola case found guilty of misconduct in UK
A tribunal has found a doctor who misled other medics over the temperature of Ebola nurse Pauline Cafferkey is guilty of serious misconduct.
8 Places You Saw Jeffrey Dean Morgan Before The Walking Dead
Last year, Jeffrey Dean Morgan stormed onto the season finale of The Walking Dead as Negan, the most terrifying villain the zombie drama has ever seen. Clad in leather and brandishing a barbed-wire-wrapped baseball bat, Negan brought us a frustrating and sickening cliffhanger when he killed a mystery character (later revealed to be Abe, then Glenn).
Now that the dust has settled, we find ourselves still thinking about Negan and, more specifically, about the man who expertly plays him. Morgan is kind of the ultimate TV veteran, only it's not on shows where he's a series regular - instead, Morgan is in the unusual position of being a guest star whose presence permeates the entire show. If you're having trouble placing Morgan or remembering all the times you have actually seen him, we're pointing out some of his most memorable roles on the big and small screens. Here's where to find him after season seven ends!
These Celebrities Have Big Love For Fashion's Favorite Sneaker
For the most part, sneaker trends come and go. After a year or so, we might retire our kicks for something new - footwear that's just as casual but equipped with a thicker platform or a recognizable embellishment. The Adidas Stan Smith, however, has remained iconic since its revamp in 2015.
Plenty of celebrities are still wearing the design, and Victoria Beckham even admitted she was trading in her heels for the shoe, debuting her Fall 2016 runway collection in a cozy sweater and Stan Smiths. Scroll to see all the stars who put power behind the sneaker, then shop variations of the style that's clearly still pretty cool.
Relive Every Epic Moment of Solange's Wedding Weekend With Beyoncé and Jay Z
Solange Knowles may have tied the knot with music video director Alan Ferguson in New Orleans way back in November 2014, but we still can't stop obsessing over it. According to reports, Solange and Alan said "I do" at Holy Trinity Church in the Bywater neighborhood after arriving on white bicycles. Although Solange made her entrance in a pantsuit by Stéphane Rolland, she later changed into a Humberto Leon for Kenzo gown and cape. Meanwhile, the bride's sister, Beyoncé, showed off her figure in a tight white dress. The singer attended the event with husband Jay Z and the couple's daughter, Blue Ivy Carter. Following a celebration with about 200 friends and family members, Bey and Jay Z made their way outside to dance in the streets with Solange, Alan, and other wedding guests.
Solange and Beyoncé kicked off the festivities with family and friends at the Indywood Theater, which shared details about the event on Facebook. "Solange is getting married to a wonderful man on Sunday and they rented out the theater for a pre-wedding party," the cinema wrote in a status update. According to the theater, the group watched Diana Ross's classic film Mahogany, which Solange and Alan reportedly saw on their first date. The couple added another personal touch to the event, playing a film about the early days of their relationship.
Queen Letizia Wears Outfits No Other Royal Could Pull Off - You'll Want to See Them!
It might only be March, but when you're a queen, you have to start the year strong, pulling out the best your wardrobe can offer from the get-go - and that's exactly what Queen Letizia of Spain has been doing.
The journalist-turned-royal, who normally likes to wear the same classic pieces time and time again, has been showing off some new additions to her wardrobe. It all started with an embellished Felipe Varela teal gown you need to see from the side, moving then to a new office-ready tweed dress and most recently a layered look a fashion stylist would clap for. Keep reading to see those and more outfits Queen Letizia has expertly worn this year so far.
Relive Every Epic Moment of Solange's Wedding Weekend With Beyoncé and Jay Z
Solange Knowles may have tied the knot with music video director Alan Ferguson in New Orleans way back in November 2014, but we still can't stop obsessing over it. According to reports, Solange and Alan said "I do" at Holy Trinity Church in the Bywater neighborhood after arriving on white bicycles. Although Solange made her entrance in a pantsuit by Stéphane Rolland, she later changed into a Humberto Leon for Kenzo gown and cape. Meanwhile, the bride's sister, Beyoncé, showed off her figure in a tight white dress. The singer attended the event with husband Jay Z and the couple's daughter, Blue Ivy Carter. Following a celebration with about 200 friends and family members, Bey and Jay Z made their way outside to dance in the streets with Solange, Alan, and other wedding guests.
Solange and Beyoncé kicked off the festivities with family and friends at the Indywood Theater, which shared details about the event on Facebook. "Solange is getting married to a wonderful man on Sunday and they rented out the theater for a pre-wedding party," the cinema wrote in a status update. According to the theater, the group watched Diana Ross's classic film Mahogany, which Solange and Alan reportedly saw on their first date. The couple added another personal touch to the event, playing a film about the early days of their relationship.
Here's John Legend Casually Performing "All of Me" in a London Train Station
Imagine just strolling through a train station, getting ready to hop on a car and maybe fall asleep or have a Bloody Mary, when all of a sudden you hear the sweet, sweet sounds of John Legend crooning the song you probably danced to at your wedding or at least cried to after a breakup. That's what happened to passengers at London's St. Pancras Station on Wednesday, when they stumbled upon the singer at a randomly placed piano, belting out his hit songs "Ordinary People," "Surefire," and "All of Me."
Live Nation UK shared a video of the performance to Facebook to help promote the UK leg of John's Darkness and Light tour, which starts in September. John first walked through the station like a boss, then casually flipped his camel coat over his seat like the ghost of Liberace and kept his sunglasses on like the ghost of Ray Charles. After that, it was all chaos, camera phones, and tears. Watch the video above now.
Someone Finally Told Ed Sheeran About His Baby Doppelgänger: "She's Not Mine!"
Earlier this month, 2-year-old Isla Walton gained near-instant fame after a photo of her went viral on Twitter. The reason? She looks exactly like Ed Sheeran. A few weeks have passed, but people still haven't gotten over their shocking resemblance, so Good Morning Britain host Richard Arnold decided to get to the bottom of things during a recent interview with Ed. After showing the British singer-songwriter a photo of Isla, Ed broke into a big smile. "She's not mine!" he joked. "It's mad the kind of things that go viral."
Why does this baby look more like Ed Sheeran than Ed Sheeran does? http://pic.twitter.com/3I50d7yQlh
- Tom Davies 🌐 (@1TD) March 17, 2017
Since they were on the subject of babies, Richard also asked Ed if he's ready to welcome a little Isla of his own. Although Ed has mentioned in the past that he'd love to start a family with girlfriend Cherry Seaborn, it's just not the right time. "I don't want to be touring when I have kids, I want to be like nipping out every now and then and being able to actually be a father," he explained. "I think I would definitely love kids, I would definitely love all the kids in the world, but I don't want to have them right now."
Here's John Legend Casually Performing "All of Me" in a London Train Station
Imagine just strolling through a train station, getting ready to hop on a car and maybe fall asleep or have a Bloody Mary, when all of a sudden you hear the sweet, sweet sounds of John Legend crooning the song you probably danced to at your wedding or at least cried to after a breakup. That's what happened to passengers at London's St. Pancras Station on Wednesday, when they stumbled upon the singer at a randomly placed piano, belting out his hit songs "Ordinary People," "Surefire," and "All of Me."
Live Nation UK shared a video of the performance to Facebook to help promote the UK leg of John's Darkness and Light tour, which starts in September. John first walked through the station like a boss, then casually flipped his camel coat over his seat like the ghost of Liberace and kept his sunglasses on like the ghost of Ray Charles. After that, it was all chaos, camera phones, and tears. Watch the video above now.
The Story Behind This Taco Bell-Inspired Smash Is Sweeter Than Any Cake
For the serious foodie, why smash a cake when you can devour a beloved taco? One little one proved that just because other babies pose with sticky frosting and an adorable cake on their first birthday doesn't mean that's the only option.
But the crunchy props for Delta's memorable photo shoot had an even sweeter meaning for her family. "I decided to do tacos because she LOVES food but sweets aren't her favorite," Delta's mom, Monica Phillips, said, according to Julia Marie Photography. "[My husband and I] had our first unofficial date at Taco Bell and my water broke at a Taco Bell drive thru with my second daughter."
Julia Aiello was beyond excited to capture Delta smashing tacos, and the photographer, family, and internet all agree that these photos of the birthday girl sitting there "eating her tacos and enjoying life" are just too cute to handle.
Someone Finally Told Ed Sheeran About His Baby Doppelgänger: "She's Not Mine!"
Earlier this month, 2-year-old Isla Walton gained near-instant fame after a photo of her went viral on Twitter. The reason? She looks exactly like Ed Sheeran. A few weeks have passed, but people still haven't gotten over their shocking resemblance, so Good Morning Britain host Richard Arnold decided to get to the bottom of things during a recent interview with Ed. After showing the British singer-songwriter a photo of Isla, Ed broke into a big smile. "She's not mine!" he joked. "It's mad the kind of things that go viral."
Why does this baby look more like Ed Sheeran than Ed Sheeran does? http://pic.twitter.com/3I50d7yQlh
- Tom Davies 🌐 (@1TD) March 17, 2017
Since they were on the subject of babies, Richard also asked Ed if he's ready to welcome a little Isla of his own. Although Ed has mentioned in the past that he'd love to start a family with girlfriend Cherry Seaborn, it's just not the right time. "I don't want to be touring when I have kids, I want to be like nipping out every now and then and being able to actually be a father," he explained. "I think I would definitely love kids, I would definitely love all the kids in the world, but I don't want to have them right now."
Every Single Item You Need to Snag During Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty Sale
Ulta Beauty junkies, brace yourselves: the much-anticipated 21 Days of Beauty sale has arrived. During this magical time of year, the beauty emporium hosts three weeks of amazing deals on everything from skin-care devices to cult-favorite mascaras.
This year, the sale starts March 19 and runs through April 8. Not only are there daily deals and specials, but each week, Ulta Beauty will offer major discounts on its own range of products. Week one (March 19 through 25) foundations, powders, face brushes, and luxe bath products are only $6. Week two (March 26 through April 1), you can get Ulta Bath and Romance Collections, single eye shadows, and mascaras for $4 and eye liners are $3. Finally, on week three (April 2 through April 8), lipsticks, lip glosses, and hand soaps are $3.
The items lined up for this year are extra special and include items from Too Faced, Clarisonic, Urban Decay, It Cosmetics, and many more. Read on to see what to shop every day of the sale, and make sure to visit Ulta's website daily to get in on the deals.
The It Remake Looks So F*cking Scary, You Guys
Because we can't just let terrifying stories fade into obscurity, Warner Bros. is remaking Stephen King's It, and the trailer is a total nightmare. If you're familiar with the original film or the book, you'll notice several key scenes, including the rain gutter incident. (Side note: f*ck that.) Bill Skarsgard (Allegiant) is playing Pennywise the clown, who will undoubtedly scar a new generation. The movie, also starring Stranger Things' Finn Wolfhard, will be out on Sept. 8. Check out the trailer and some stills below.
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Maxine Waters Shuts Down Bill O'Reilly's Comments About Her Hair In Epic Clapback
Internet citizens were up in arms this past Tuesday when Fox News pundit Bill O'Reilly mocked esteemed Congresswoman Maxine Waters's hair. During Fox & Friends, O'Reilly was shown a clip of Waters speaking on the House floor, only to remark, "I didn't hear a word she said. I was looking at the James Brown wig." While two of the co-hosts of the show joined in on the tasteless joke, the third, Ainsley Earnhardt, found the comment disrespectful.
"You can't go after a woman's looks," she said to O'Reilly. He has since apologized for the racially-charged quip, calling his comment "dumb" and noting that he respects Waters for being "sincere in her beliefs."
However, the Representative for California's 43rd district proved in an appearance on MSNBC's All In With Chris Hayes that not only is she unfazed by the hateful comment, but she had a epic retort of her own.
"I am a strong black woman and I cannot be intimidated," she said confidently. "I'd like to say to women out there everywhere: don't allow these right-wing talking heads, these dishonorable people, to intimidate you or scare you." She added, "Be who you are. Do what you do and let us get on with discussing the real issues of this country."
She went on to say that Bill O'Reilly (as well as former Fox News CEO Roger Ailes) has "no credibility," bringing up his "checkered past" and sexual harassment settlements.
Waters finished her empowering statement with a promise that she's not done standing up for what's right. "We know that when a woman stands up and speaks truth to power, there will be attempts to be put down, "she said. "I'm not going to be put down, I'm not going to go anywhere, I'm going to stay on the issues."
Hillary Clinton acknowledged the controversy in her most recent speech, explaining how frequently women of color have a "lifetime of practice" dealing with indignities such as these. While Waters obviously shouldn't have to be putting up with racist remarks about her looks at all, she proves time and time again that she can shut them down and redirect the conversation back to politics.
In recent months, Waters has become not just a heroine, but practically a beloved meme for her brusque honesty and unguarded facial expressions. We look forward to seeing how she continues to smash the patriarchy. Watch her phenomenal response in full below.
.@MaxineWaters on Bill O'Reilly comments: "I am a strong black woman and I cannot be intimidated" #inners https://t.co/B1vRE4nelt
- All In w/Chris Hayes (@allinwithchris) March 29, 2017
Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne's Sci-Fi Thriller Looks Incredible
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, not to be confused in any way with the fictional substance "valyrian steel" from Game of Thrones, is a new sci-fi adventure from director Luc Besson. Known for 1997's The Fifth Element, Besson has placed Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne at the center of this new film, about time travelers who are sent to report on a galactic empire. Even if it doesn't sound like your jam, you have to see this trailer. It's set to a trippy version of The Beatles' "Because," which elevates all the space imagery to the next level. Clive Owen, Rihanna, Ethan Hawke, and John Goodman are also starring in movie, out July 21. The full trailer is above, and the teaser (from November) is below.
March Man-ness 2017: Which Guy Wins Your Heart?
It's time for our sexy spin on the NCAA's annual March Madness Tournament - March Man-ness! From the guys who steam up your TV screen every week to the ones who rock your body with their soulful tunes on stage, we've narrowed it down to the 23 hottest guys in the game. Who will join previous March Man-ness winners Robert Pattinson, Jamie Dornan, and Tom Hiddleston? Scroll down now to vote before the poll closes at midnight on April 2.
6 Things You Never Knew About Applebee's, Straight From a Manager
Your dependable, casual grill chain seems to be going through some things. A manager and former server at Applebee's recently spilled all of his secrets in an enlightening Reddit Ask Me Anything. During the honest discussion, the employee shared a lot of startling revelations about the quality of the food, as well as the current state of the business. Read on for the most interesting tidbits straight from the source.
A lot of the food is microwaved.
When someone asked how much of the food at Applebee's is microwaved, the employee responded, "I'll give you an answer no one will, the amount of food cooked in a microwave is pretty high." He also clarified that most menu items are microwaved just before being served. "We prep food that morning for the day and then heat it up in the microwave for your meal," he said.
The most overpriced items are also the most popular.
When asked what the most overpriced menu item is, the employee said, "anything with grilled chicken." He added, "Those chicken breasts, individually, cost like 30 cents. I think those are our biggest profit margin items. So things like the Fiesta Lime Chicken, Cedar Grilled Lemon Chicken, and the 3 Cheese Chicken Cavatappi." The employee also said he was never specifically instructed to promote these chicken dishes; however, they do tend to be the most popular.
But if you're looking for a healthy option, chicken is your best bet.
Though he admittedly doesn't eat at work often, the employee said his pick would be the grilled chicken. "I'm a health nut so I don't eat at work a lot, but when I do I spring for the grilled chicken breast," he said, adding, "It usually depends on who's on the grill though. Some guys cook dry chicken. Nothing is worse than when chicken acts like turkey."
It's pretty easy to get your money back.
At certain locations, it's pretty likely that you can be refunded if you're unhappy with the service or anything you ordered. How likely? The employee said, "Honestly? At my store, very. Very. Very. Likely." He added, "I mean our discount percentage is pretty reasonable and I can afford to discount a fair amount of meals."
A lot of the good deals have gone away - and customers are upset.
The employee revealed how removing discounts and deals has affected the business. "In our district they also did away with half priced apps for a while. People complained, and we lost a lot of business," he said. Amazingly, Applebee's also used to offer free refills on fries! "It's dumb we did away with that," he astutely noted.
There is a rivalry with Chili's.
Let's face it - Applebee's is often thrown into the same culinary category as Chili's. When asked if a rivalry exists between the two, he explained that there is a slight one. "They recognize that they are catering to the same clientele," he said, adding, "I think Chili's has done a good job of avoiding all the problems Applebee's has created for themselves."
March Man-ness 2017: Which Guy Wins Your Heart?
It's time for our sexy spin on the NCAA's annual March Madness Tournament - March Man-ness! From the guys who steam up your TV screen every week to the ones who rock your body with their soulful tunes on stage, we've narrowed it down to the 23 hottest guys in the game. Who will join previous March Man-ness winners Robert Pattinson, Jamie Dornan, and Tom Hiddleston? Scroll down now to vote before the poll closes at midnight on April 2.
Everything We Know About Santa Clarita Diet Season 2
Netflix has heard your pleas, and it has renewed Santa Clarita Diet for a second season! Drew Barrymore's comedy had us hooked from the moment we realized she was playing a member of the undead. Yes, it's one of the most disgusting shows of the year, but it's also very funny. The zombie genre needed a little charm, anyway! While we wait on more information, check out everything we know so far, including the world's grossest teaser.
The Announcement
The Plot
No details have been released about the plot, but season one ends on a few cliffhangers: Joel is arrested and placed on a psychiatric hold, a feral Sheila is chained up in the basement (for her own safety), and Abby and goofy neighbor Eric seem to be the family's last hope of getting a cure.
The show's creator, Victor Fresco, spoke to Entertainment Weekly after the first season premiered, confirming that Sheila is not going to suddenly get better: "She's going to always be undead. She's not going to grow her toe back, and her eye's not going to regenerate, and so the object is to stop symptoms before they get worse." Unfortunately, without the Serbian bile (gross), Sheila seems doomed. So, what will season two touch on? "With any family, crazy situations can be introduced any day," Fresco said. "The strength of the family will determine how they react to those situations, which is where we'll find our characters."
The Timeline
Netflix hasn't set a premiere date for season two, but production will begin over the Summer.
See What Too Faced's Magical "Unicorn Tears" Lipstick Looks Like on Different Skin Tones
Too Faced's iridescent lipstick came out months and months ago, but it seems that unicorn-beauty-lovers are just starting to fall in love. The magical Unicorn Tears shade ($22) boasts a holographic, bluish shimmer that is transcendent whether worn alone or layered on top of another shade. (Even better, pair it with Anastasia Beverly Hills's Moonchild Glow Kit on cheekbones for a mythical highlight.)
Though Halloween has long since passed, true #UnicornTribe members know that dedication to fantastical beauty is a year-round passion. Before you snag this gorgeous product, read on to see swatches and how it lights up different skin tones.
10 Flavorful Meal-Prep Ideas That'll Help You Stick to Your Healthy-Eating Goals
We're pretty sure one of your resolutions every year involves eating healthier and another one has to do with cooking more at home. And we bet you give up quickly once you realize the amount of work in the kitchen both of those ideas involve. Don't worry, we're here to make it a little easier to stick to your plan.
We've gathered 10 meal-prep options, from hearty taco salads to comforting slow-cooker recipes, that might seem simple - and definitely are to make - but are also packed with delicious flavors that are easy to store and transport. On Sunday afternoons, just whip up one of these recipes, then enjoy a clean kitchen and a full tummy all week long.
Kate Middleton's 10 Biggest Style-Defining Moments
After Kate Middleton wore Chanel for the first time during her 2017 Paris Tour, we knew it was time to celebrate her biggest style moments. Kate has taken a page from former first lady Michelle Obama, supporting not only her favorite designers but also those who deserve a nod at the right time.
There is no better place to champion Karl Lagerfeld than France, where the creative director is based, and Kate put Naeem Khan on the map when she chose one of his dresses for a trip to the Taj Mahal. And of course, it was back in 2011 when the duchess famously worked with Sarah Burton on her Alexander McQueen wedding gown. Over the years, Kate has certainly proven she's got an eye for fashion, but these top 10 moments are true proof.
Fred Weasley Is Alive and Well While Reuniting With George in the Forbidden Forest
Will seeing the Harry Potter cast reunite ever get old? No. No it will not. A few former Hogwarts students (and one professor) got back together on Tuesday when they stopped by the Forbidden Forest at The Making of Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London. Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick/Griphook), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), Oliver Phelps (George Weasley), and James Phelps (Fred Weasley) couldn't have looked happier as they returned to their old stomping grounds. In addition to the men sharing a few Butterbeers while sitting at Hagrid’'s forced perspective table, the group posed with Buckbeak and held lanterns at the forest's entrance.
The fun get-together comes just a few weeks after Evanna, Oliver, and James helped unveil the exhibit's expansion with fellow star Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy). Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) also reunited with Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley) at a party in LA in early March. Seeing as how the cast has their own WhatsApp group chat to stay in touch, we're sure there are so many more reunions we don't get to see.
These Steamy Luke Evans Pictures Will Make You Crank the AC Up to Full Blast
If you haven't heard of Luke Evans yet, allow us to introduce your next celebrity crush. Not only did the 37-year-old Welsh actor star in the book-to-movie adaptation of The Girl on the Train, but he's also making hearts swoon as Gaston in Disney's live-action Beauty and the Beast. And if you think you recognize him, that's because he's made past appearances in movies like Fast & Furious 6 and Dracula Untold. If his piercing eyes don't grab your attention, then his incredible singing voice definitely will. Keep scrolling for some of his hottest pictures over the years, and get ready to start hard-core crushing.
Fred Weasley Is Alive and Well While Reuniting With George in the Forbidden Forest
Will seeing the Harry Potter cast reunite ever get old? No. No it will not. A few former Hogwarts students (and one professor) got back together on Tuesday when they stopped by the Forbidden Forest at The Making of Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London. Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick/Griphook), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), Oliver Phelps (George Weasley), and James Phelps (Fred Weasley) couldn't have looked happier as they returned to their old stomping grounds. In addition to the men sharing a few Butterbeers while sitting at Hagrid’'s forced perspective table, the group posed with Buckbeak and held lanterns at the forest's entrance.
The fun get-together comes just a few weeks after Evanna, Oliver, and James helped unveil the exhibit's expansion with fellow star Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy). Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) also reunited with Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley) at a party in LA in early March. Seeing as how the cast has their own WhatsApp group chat to stay in touch, we're sure there are so many more reunions we don't get to see.
These Steamy Luke Evans Pictures Will Make You Crank the AC Up to Full Blast
If you haven't heard of Luke Evans yet, allow us to introduce your next celebrity crush. Not only did the 37-year-old Welsh actor star in the book-to-movie adaptation of The Girl on the Train, but he's also making hearts swoon as Gaston in Disney's live-action Beauty and the Beast. And if you think you recognize him, that's because he's made past appearances in movies like Fast & Furious 6 and Dracula Untold. If his piercing eyes don't grab your attention, then his incredible singing voice definitely will. Keep scrolling for some of his hottest pictures over the years, and get ready to start hard-core crushing.
Netflix Is Purging a TON of TV in April
The time has come. Netflix has announced the titles it's pulling from its catalog in April, and it's a staggering list. There are a handful of movies leaving, but it's really the TV shows that have us devastated. Multiple seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Bones, House, M.D., and Ally McBeal will all disappear into the night. At least there are new shows and movies coming to comfort us, but this is still pretty depressing.
Expiring April 1
Ally McBeal, seasons one to five
Angel, seasons one to five
Better Off Ted, season one
Barbershop 2: Back in Business
Bones, seasons one to four
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, seasons one to seven
Chaplin
Dollhouse, season one
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Firefly
House, M.D., seasons one to eight
Lie to Me, season one
Menace II Society
Resident Evil: Extinction
Rosewell, seasons one to three
Snow Day
Stomp the Yard
Superman II
Superman III
Superman IV: The Quest for Peace
Superman Returns
Superman: The Movie
The Agony and the Ecstasy
The Boys from Brazil
The Escapist
The Princess Bride
The Riches, seasons one to two
The Usual Suspects
The X-Files, seasons one to nine
Vanilla Sky
Expiring April 3
Collateral Damage
The Circle
Expiring April 7
Legit, season two
Wilfred, season four
Expiring April 9
Hero
Expiring April 10
Legit, season one
Flower Girl
Expiring April 14
The Lazarus Effect
Expiring April 15
A Fantastic Fear of Everything
Expiring April 17
American Dad!, season six
Expiring April 26
The Nutty Professor 2: Facing the Fear
Expiring April 30
Under the Tuscan Sun
The Mirror
Born to Defense
The Defender
Decades After Her Death, Fans Share Why They Will Always Love Selena
Selena Quintanilla tragically passed away over two decades ago, but her legacy certainly lives on as current mainstream artists cover her iconic songs and people still watch and discuss her posthumous biopic. Now, a new video is proving the late singer's lasting effect on people.
In a video produced by FBE, adults of various backgrounds were recently asked to watch several Selena performances and share their feelings - oftentimes through tears. At the start of the video, many of them commented on how widespread her songs became, ultimately making her a huge crossover success. On the extent of her potential, one participant said, "She could be the Mexican-American Beyoncé," while another one compared her talents to that of Michael Jackson.
Watch the heartbreaking video in its entirety above.
How to Wear Your Striped Shirt in 2017 - Straight From J.Crew's Head Designer
J.Crew's a destination for the classics, for sure. But what keeps the customer coming back is a fresh twist on the essentials we love - and you'd be hard-pressed to find a fashion girl who doesn't consider her striped tee an essential. With that in mind, we tapped J.Crew's head designer, Somsack Sikhounmuong, to talk styling hacks and outfit solutions for women as stripe-obsessed as we are.
From a brand that's so in love with stripes that they made up a holiday (Yes, really! National Stripes Day is on March 31), it's safe to say they get it. When pressed about the way he styles his own stripes, Somsack rebuttled, "How don't I wear stripes! I'm sure the 30 striped shirts and seven striped pants currently in my closet can answer that, but as of late, I've been sporting my fave red and white striped PJ-style shirt to the office with jeans and sneakers." So, you can rest assured he's practicing what he preaches. Read on for the styling hacks to take your classic stripes into trendsetting territory and more, straight from an expert.
You'll Be Obsessed With Swatches of the Jeffree Star x Manny MUA Collaboration
After some major anticipation, we've finally got the official scoop on the Jeffree Star x Manny MUA launch, and boy, is it good! In a video on Manny's channel, the two got together for a reveal. We knew that the collab would include some liquid lipsticks and a highlighter, but we know what the shades inside are.
As you know, the packaging (including the boxes, compact, and tube) is black, and this is a first for Jeffree's range. The accent is holographic, which is so hot right now. We're particularly enamored that both Jeffree and Manny's signature logos - a star and a moon, respectively - are on every aspect of the products, including the sticker on the back of the highlighter compact and pressed into the powder itself.
The collection officially launches at 10 a.m. PT on April 8, and you'll be able to purchase all three items in a bundle for $50. However, if you'd rather buy items one piece at a time, the liquid lipsticks will cost $18 and the Skin Frost will be $29. In another first, Jeffree is allowing the use of a discount code on his website. Enter MANNYMUA at checkout and you'll be able to get 10 percent off individual items from the collaboration.
Watch the video above to see the products in action, then keep reading to see the products themselves and swatches of each shade.
Kristen Bell and James Corden's Romantic Duet Goes Hilariously Off the Rails
Kristen Bell and James Corden's attempt at singing a romantic duet while soaring through the air went hilariously off the rails on Tuesday night's episode of The Late Late Show. The musically gifted pair chose to take Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes's 1990 classic "Up Where We Belong" literally and belted it out while suspended high above the stage on wires. Well, Kristen was high above the stage, while James was left hovering near the bottom. "That was an absolute disaster! Who is responsible for this?" the late-night host joked. "We rehearsed it and rehearsed it and rehearsed it!" It still doesn't beat his tumble down the stairs at the Grammys, though.
Kristen Bell and James Corden's Romantic Duet Goes Hilariously Off the Rails
Kristen Bell and James Corden's attempt at singing a romantic duet while soaring through the air went hilariously off the rails on Tuesday night's episode of The Late Late Show. The musically gifted pair chose to take Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes's 1990 classic "Up Where We Belong" literally and belted it out while suspended high above the stage on wires. Well, Kristen was high above the stage, while James was left hovering near the bottom. "That was an absolute disaster! Who is responsible for this?" the late-night host joked. "We rehearsed it and rehearsed it and rehearsed it!" It still doesn't beat his tumble down the stairs at the Grammys, though.
TV Scorecard: Which Shows Have Been Renewed or Cancelled in 2017?
Image Source: CBS
It has begun! The exciting, sometimes heartbreaking, time of the year when TV shows are either given the green light for a new season or axed forever - until the reboot eventually gets underway in 2036. CBS has renewed The Big Bang Theory and 16 more shows, but we're still waiting to hear the fates of Elementary and Criminal Minds. Take a look to see what fates have been decided, and if the show you're looking for isn't on this list yet, check our 2016 scorecard.
What's Been Renewed
CBS
- The Big Bang Theory: The hugely popular series will be back for at least two more seasons.
- Blue Bloods: The family drama will return for season eight.
- Hawaii Five-0: Season eight is on the way.
- Life in Pieces: The 30-minute family comedy will be back for season three.
- Madam Secretary: Another season of Tea Leoni's drama is coming.
- Mom: Anna Faris and Allison Janney will return.
- NCIS: Los Angeles: The spinoff will be back for season nine.
- NCIS: New Orleans: Scott Bakula's spinoff is also returning.
- Scorpion: The tech drama has earned a fourth season.
- Bull: Season two is on the way!
- Kevin Can Wait: CBS wants another season of Kevin James's sitcom.
- MacGyver: The reboot lives to see another season.
- Man With a Plan: Matt LaBlanc is a man with a job for another year.
- Superior Donuts: The new series has gotten a second season.
- Survivor: Lucky season 35 is on the way.
- 60 Minutes: Of course, the veteran news series will return.
- 48 Hours: The investigative show will also be back.
NBC
- This Is Us: NBC has greenlit the show for seasons two and three.
- The Good Place: We will be getting season two of Bell's comedy.
- Superstore: The comedy will return for a third season.
ABC
- Grey's Anatomy: Season 14 is on the way.
- Scandal: Olivia Pope and company will return for season seven.
- How to Get Away With Murder: Shonda Rhimes's TGIT will stay intact another year!
- The Middle: The family comedy has been renewed for season nine.
Fox
- The Mick: Kaitlin Olson will be back with a second season of the comedy.
- Lethal Weapon: Fox has renewed the action-packed drama for round two.
- Empire: The hip-hop drama has been renewed for a fourth season.
- So You Think You Can Dance: Fox's competitive dance show is coming back for season 14.
- Lucifer: The drama is getting a third season.
The CW
- The 100: The CW has renewed the series for a fifth season.
- Riverdale: The Archie reboot was granted a second season.
- Supergirl: The DC show was handed an early season three renewal.
- The Flash: The speedster will return for a fourth season.
- Arrow: Oliver and his merry band of vigilantes will come back for season six.
- DC's Legends of Tomorrow: Season three is on the way.
- Jane the Virgin: Jane will return for season four.
- Crazy Ex-Girlfriend: The Golden Globe-winner is coming back for season three.
- Supernatural: And finally, the Winchester brothers will be back for a 13th round.
Netflix
- Stranger Things: The megahit will return on Halloween.
- The OA: The sci-fi show will return for season two.
- Love: Judd Apatow's romantic comedy series has scored a third season.
- A Series of Unfortunate Events: The show will be back for a second season.
Showtime
- The Affair: The sexy series is coming back for a fourth season.
Freeform
- The Fosters: The show has been picked up for a fifth season.
FX
- Baskets: The comedy will be back with season three.
- American Horror Story: The popular show has been renewed through season nine.
- Taboo: FX and BBC have ordered a second season of Tom Hardy's dark drama.
HBO
- Westworld: HBO's breakout hit has been renewed for a second season.
- Divorce: Sarah Jessica Parker's NYC-set series will be back for season two.
- Insecure: HBO has also renewed Issa Rae's comedy for season two.
- Ballers: Dwayne Johnson's show will return for season three this Summer.
- Curb Your Enthusiasm: Larry David has agreed to do a ninth season.
- Crashing: Season two of Pete Holmes's comedy series is on the way.
Hulu
- The Mindy Project: The show has been renewed for a sixth and final season.
Amazon
- Mozart in the Jungle: Amazon has renewed its critical hit for season four.
- Red Oaks: On the day day, Amazon announced that Red Oaks's third season will be its last.
AMC
- The Night Manager: A second season of the miniseries is in "early development."
SyFy
- 12 Monkeys: The time-travel series will return for a fourth and final season.
What's Been Cancelled
Image Source: Everett Collection
CBS
- Doubt: CBS has pulled Katherine Heigl's legal drama after just two episodes.
Disney Channel
- Girl Meets World: The reboot was the first show of 2017 to get a cancellation slip.
IFC
- Portlandia: IFC announced that the show will end in 2018 with season eight.
OWN
- Love Thy Neighbor: OWN has cancelled the Tyler Perry-produced show.
- For Better or Worse: This show, also from Perry, is ending with its current season.
This Babysitter Got in on the Mermaid Fun in the Best Possible Way
Does your kiddo think they have the best babysitter ever for letting them stay up past their usual bedtime or have that extra scoop of ice cream while you're away? Well, one 15-year-old Florida girl just put all of those babysitters to shame, and she's going totally viral for it.
Keegan Carnahan had quite the surprise up her sleeve for Alidy, the little nugget she was babysitting one day. The 3-year-old had been sporting her adorable mermaid costume around the house all afternoon, and Keegan coincidentally had a similar get-up in her closet. So she decided to wear it for some bath time fun with Alidy, and the internet can't get enough of how precious it is.
"Ironically I had gone through a phase a couple years ago and had a mermaid tail in my closet," Keegan said on the Love What Matters Facebook page. Alidy's reaction to their matching mermaid tails is the purest definition of happiness we've ever witnessed.
The teen shared their precious bath-time activity on Twitter, where it amassed more than 30,000 likes and 17,000 retweets, not to mention the dozens of people who officially dubbed her the "best babysitter ever." We couldn't agree more.
@selftltledtyler THIS IS THE BEST THING EVER YOU ARE AMAZING
- maria 🥀 (@halseysmgg) March 23, 2017
@selftltledtyler @targagaryen best babysitter ever!
- Sebastian 🔮 (@setrocs929) March 24, 2017
@selftltledtyler things like this would make america great again
- pablo flexobar (@NoHoesCris) March 27, 2017
How Having a (Much) Younger Sibling Changed My Life
When we were kids, my little sister Madison and I were the M&Ms - my parents' duo of daughters. We were the only kids among friends and family since my parents got married and had the two of us before age 30. As sisters we received a lot of attention, and we liked it that way. So it was quite a surprise when my mom and dad sat us down to let us know that baby number three was on the way; I was 10 years old. To say the least, my sister and I were a little perplexed at the thought of some new baby coming to town and turning our world upside down. Little did I know that this new baby would change my life forever.
As soon as my brother Mac was born, he completely stole my heart. Even at almost 11 years old, I created a bond with this tiny little baby that most people don't get to experience until they are much older. It's been almost 12 years since Mac was born, so I've learned a few things from having a young brother. Here's my case for spread-out siblings:
- You learn about responsibility early on. Having an infant in your life means watching your parents endlessly change diapers, make bottles, and wipe spit-up. Every once in awhile, I was allowed to do those things (under parental supervision), and I learned just how important it was to take care of this little life before I even hit middle school. Needless to say, I was an excellent babysitter.
- You watch a child grow up. I remember the first time Mac crawled, walked, and said my name. I remember how excited my family was when we discovered how fast of a reader he was in kindergarten. I'll never forget telling him bedtime stories before he went to sleep at night, and I especially won't forget when he told me about his first "girlfriend" last year when he started middle school. I'm watching this kid grow up into a man - well, more like a prepubescent tween - but you get the picture. It's cool to think about the entirety of his life and how far he has come. I have been able to experience that.
- You stay in the know. Most 20-somethings don't know what the heck Minecraft is. I didn't, either, until my hip, tech-savvy brother told me about the video game. And that's not the first thing he's told me about. I work in a trend-driven editorial environment, and my brother still manages to find out things before me. Good thing he has no problem telling me that I actually don't know about anything cool at all.
- You teach your sibling life lessons. From a young age, my brother watched my sister and me overcome personal challenges, go to high school, and, worst of all, get our hearts broken. Nothing makes Mac more upset than a mean guy who hurts a girl's feelings. We joke that Mac is going to be the best husband ever when he grows up, but he really will be. Watching his sisters go through life's tribulations has taught him how he should act when he gets older.
- You create an incredible bond. I have no shame in telling people that one of my best friends is an 11-year-old boy. Now that I don't live with my family anymore, I feel this incredible guilt if I go too long without seeing my siblings. When the three of us are together, it's pretty much the best time ever. Even though Mac and I are aged so far apart, we have this assurance of trust and understanding between us. He looks up to me and knows he can tell me everything; I look to him for comic relief and a really good hug when I arrive back home.
So if that doesn't convince you that siblings with big age gaps are a good thing, I don't know what will. All I can say is that my family wouldn't be the same without Mac. In fact, our family without him is unimaginable. So thanks, Mom and Dad, for turning the M&Ms into the Three Musketeers.
See Every Single Magical Shade and Swatch of Urban Decay's Unicorn Lipstick Topcoats
Game over, Urban Decay! While holographic "unicorn" lip glosses and metallic topcoats have already begun to spread through the market, UD just launched a showstopping set. Yesterday, we dropped the news that the brand created Vice Special Effects Lip Topcoats, and today we have the exclusive first look at all 12 shades, swatches, and the campaign images featuring Ruby Rose.
The colors are a dizzying array of blue, purple, green, white, and pink metallics with every type of iridescent, glittery infusion you can imagine. It's definitely - to borrow a phrase from UD - beauty with an edge. We imagine Wende Zomnir and crew watching the previous unicorn lipstick populate Instagram, thinking, "We can own this game." So they did. The result is your naughty night-out essential set. No-makeup makeup girls, proceed with caution.
Here's what we can tell you about the Vice Special Effects Lip Topcoat formula: it's a longwear and water-resistant (like many of UD's products) gel-cream formula. I'm pretty sensitive to dehydrating lip products, and this felt comfortable. This is due to nourishing marine collagen being a key ingredient.
The topcoat is meant to be a shade shifter and transform and lock in whatever color is underneath it. The flexible skinny applicator allowed me to easily line my pout before I filled it in. Because it dries down so fast, you don't have to worry about glitter particles falling all over your face. It didn't get on my coffee cup when I took a sip. It's like glitter lips for dummies.
Keep reading to see all 12 magical shades, swatches, and a sexy Ruby Rose in the campaign before it's available for $18 a pop on March 23 at urbandecay.com and on March 31 at Sephora, Ulta Beauty, and select Macy's stores.
This post was originally published on March 3, 2017.
Lime Crime Is Launching Rainbow Dye So You Can Fully Morph Into a Unicorn
If you're a fan of the cult-favorite brand Lime Crime, you know that it's not just the cosmetic range's formulas that are rainbow-hued. The founder, Doe Deere, has been sporting cotton candy-esque strands for many, many years. As it turns out, the self-professed "Unicorn Queen" been using her own hair as inspiration for Lime Crime's newest launch! After three years of development, the company will be launching Unicorn Hair, a range of 13 semi-permanent hair dyes.
While we're not sure when the product line will launch yet, we can expect it's coming soon - Unicorn Hair already has a landing page on the Lime Crime website. Therefore, we know plenty of other information about the product. The colors range from baby pink to stone gray, and feature fun names like Salad (a light green) and Leeloo, a vivid orange that pays tribute to Milla Jovovich's character (and her punchy hair) in The Fifth Element. The formulas are also vegan and cruelty-free.
Even more intriguing is the fact that you can choose from two different formulas: full coverage and tint. While full coverage is designed to add deep, rich pigment to strands, tint should be used to create a pastel glaze on platinum blonds. (Overall, the company recommends you use these dyes on medium blond or lighter colors.)
As with all semi-permanent rainbow color, the life of your dye job will depend on how you care for your hair, but if you're very cautious, it will likely last up to six weeks. Keep reading to see all 13 shades in their gorgeous glory, and stay tuned for more updates on this launch as they become available.
F*ck Trump Lipstick Is the Newest Way to Smash the Patriarchy
One beauty brand is so pissed at President Donald Trump, it created a lipstick (and the image above) to give the commander in chief the middle finger. The brand is called Lipsl*t, and it sells just one product: a cruelty-free "F*ck Trump Lipstick, which can be yours for $20. Fifty percent of that profit will be donated to a women's charity, which shoppers will help to choose via a vote.
Katie Sones, a junior in college at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is the mastermind behind the pretty pink shade. She wrote on the brand's website: "Let's just say we aren't too pleased with our current socio-political landscape and the standards of the cosmetics industry in general. Chances are you aren't either. Rather than complaining, we're putting our money where our mouth is."
She also explains why there is only one hue option: "Offering one color allows us to keep our business practices lean and our visibility high early on. While we plan to offer a wide selection of shades soon, don't fret; we're certain it's impossible to look bad wearing something called 'F*ck Trump.'"
There you go - activism that makes you look hot and gives back to a good cause. Welcome to being a woman in 2017, b*tches!
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