Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
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Save or Splurge: Supercute Gym Sneakers From $30 to $200
You might be well-stocked on running shoes, but do you have the right footwear for your gym workouts and weight lifting? It might surprise you to know that running shoes aren't ideal for strength training and other kinds of workouts.
It's time to grab yourself a cute pair of gym-specific cross trainers that'll get you amped up for your next workout. From supersteal savings under $30 to swoon-worthy splurges you'll want to save up for, we've got a cute gym sneaker for you in a range of price points. Get ready to shop . . . then get ready to train!
Save or Splurge: Supercute Gym Sneakers From $30 to $200
You might be well-stocked on running shoes, but do you have the right footwear for your gym workouts and weight lifting? It might surprise you to know that running shoes aren't ideal for strength training and other kinds of workouts.
It's time to grab yourself a cute pair of gym-specific cross trainers that'll get you amped up for your next workout. From supersteal savings under $30 to swoon-worthy splurges you'll want to save up for, we've got a cute gym sneaker for you in a range of price points. Get ready to shop . . . then get ready to train!
The Lavish Gifts Kate Middleton Has Received From Prince William
Diamonds are a girl's best friend. And sapphires, garnets, pearls, and green amethysts . . . Being in a relationship with a prince, the bar is set sky high when it comes to gift giving on special occasions, but luckily for Kate Middleton, Prince William has more than stepped up to the mark. Take a look at some of the jewelry the prince has given his lady love over the years.
The Lavish Gifts Kate Middleton Has Received From Prince William
Diamonds are a girl's best friend. And sapphires, garnets, pearls, and green amethysts . . . Being in a relationship with a prince, the bar is set sky high when it comes to gift giving on special occasions, but luckily for Kate Middleton, Prince William has more than stepped up to the mark. Take a look at some of the jewelry the prince has given his lady love over the years.
This Couple Hosted Its Wedding Reception at In-N-Out and the Photos Are Amazing
Dear future husband: screw the party planner, an over-the-top beach-side reception, and taste tests for a list of near-identical cakes, because this is truly the perfect wedding. After saying "I do" at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Rowland Heights, CA, Juan Pablo Cervantes and Vanessa Cervantes celebrated their wedding reception at In-N-Out, a dream for all guests.
While it started out as a joke from the bride, the guests couldn't help but encourage this "unconventional" wedding reception venue, and do you blame them?! The bride and groom each ordered a Double-Double (no onions for Vanessa), while Juan Pablo added some Animal Style Fries. "To have and to hold" has never been so true, especially when you have a Double-Double in your hands.
The groom told KTLA that "the only reason" they decided to celebrate as newlyweds at the delicious venue was that they "really like In-N-Out." SAME. Juan Pablo is in the United States Air Force and sadly there are no nearby locations where he's stationed in New Mexico. Plus, a paper In-N-Out hat is way more stylish than a veil. Check out what the burger-loving couple had to say at the reception here.
Newlywed Couple Holds Wedding Reception at In-N-Out in San Gabriel Valley https://t.co/7jKsqf6drm http://pic.twitter.com/Lbee1rBZYX
- KTLA (@KTLA) April 1, 2017
People Are Losing It Over the Possible Return of McDonald's Szechuan Sauce
Rick and Morty fans are holding out for the return of McDonald's Szechuan McNugget sauce. As an April Fools' Day treat, Adult Swim aired the first episode of season three, and since then, fans haven't stopped talking about one scene in particular: the McDonald's Szechuan sauce scene. In the episode, Rick tries to order a 10-piece McNugget with "a bunch of the Szechuan sauce." At the end, Rick is in hysterics and pleading for the return of the sauce. He says, "I'm not driven by avenging my dead family, Morty. That was fate. I'm driven by finding that McNugget sauce. That's my series arc, Morty. If it takes nine seasons . . . I want my McNugget Szechuan sauce. That's what's gonna take us all the way to the end."
The Szechuan sauce was released in 1998 as part of a promotion for the premiere of Disney's Mulan. That was almost 20 year ago . . . feel old yet?!
The love for the sauce is so real that Rick and Morty fans already started a petition called Bring Back McDonald's Chicken Nugget Szechuan Sauce, which has 21,000 signatures and counting. While McDonald's has not released an official statement, it did send out a tweet in response to Rick and Morty's question, "You wanna get in on this?"
@RickandMorty .@RickandMorty McNugga Lubba Dub Dub. 👀
- McDonald's (@McDonalds) April 2, 2017
Plus, when Business Insider writer Ashley Lutz tweeted at McDonald's, she got a promising response from McDonald's Corporate Chef Mike Haracz.
@McD_Truth @AshleyLutz I'll see what I can do
- Mike Haracz (@Mike_Haracz) April 3, 2017
What does it all mean?! We'll have to wait and see how it plays out and thank Rick and Morty if McDonald's ends up bringing the beloved sauce back.
Camila Cabello's Michael Jackson Cover Will Give You Life
Camila Cabello plus Michael Jackson equals music to our ears - literally. On Monday night, Camila was among the performers who hit the stage during Welcome!, a fundraising concert for the ACLU at the Staples Center in LA. Hitting the stage in a t-shirt that read "Resist," the singer nailed all the right notes as she covered Michael Jackson's hit "Man in the Mirror." After the event, she tweeted a message of gratitude, saying, "Thank you @ACLU and @Zedd for a beautiful night. Love only." Watch Camila Cabello's performance in the video above, then check out her appearance in the "Hey Ma" music video and see what she recently had to say about anxiety in her interview with Latina magazine.
ANTM Contestants: Where Are They Now?
America's Next Top Model contestants: where are they now? You asked, we researched, so why not take a look back at some of Tyra's protégés? We've put our sleuthing caps on to find out what they're up to these days - and we've added updates from recent cycles. Read on to see what some of your favorite (and not-so-favorite) models are up to now that they're no longer in the running to be America's next top model.
- Additional reporting by Maria Del Russo and Kaitlyn Dreyling
The ABCs of Oil Pulling: What Is It and Should You Try It?
Over the last few days, we've been talking nonstop about the latest detox phenomenon called oil pulling, the act of swishing oil around your mouth. Now, gargling with oil may sound unappealing, but it has been an Ayurvedic practice since ancient times. It's said that oil pulling can do everything from whiten teeth to cure eczema. On the fence about trying it? Read the facts below to see if it's the right treatment for you!
What Is It?
The process is simple. Swish a spoonful of oil (coconut, sunflower, or sesame are most popular) in your mouth for 10 to 20 minutes. Then spit it out in the trash - not down the toilet or in the sink because that will only up your plumbing bill.
How It Works
"People swear by it - that it can fill cavities, relieve toothaches, whiten teeth, freshen breath, absorb harmful bacteria, and cure the common cold," said Dr. Jessica Emery, DMD of Sugar Fix Dental Loft Chicago. "From a dentist's perspective, tooth decay is caused by bacteria and studies suggest that coconut oil treated with enzymes seems to inhibit the growth of certain bacteria." Some would also claim that it fixes acne and brightens complexions.
So in layman's terms, the oil actually pulls germs and bacteria from your gums (and we found one study to back up this up claim). Overall the process is about removing the toxins from the mouth before they can travel to other parts of the body.
Should You Try It?
There is substantial evidence that oil pulling could improve your oral health, and it's a great DIY solution if you run out of mouthwash (be it a bit slimy). But as far as the claims that it's a cure-all, we're going to take our cue from Dr. Weil, who wrote, "Bottom line: Oil pulling won't hurt you, but I wouldn't depend on it to help you improve your overall health or treat significant medical problems."
This 1 Lookbook Is Getting Our Editors Excited to #SayHi to Florals and Ruffles For Wedding Season
POPSUGAR fashion editors frequently look to street style stars and brands for ideas. As experts, it's important that we not only formulate our own opinions but draw inspiration from the people who do it best.
This season, we were immediately drawn to the whimsy of Old Navy's Spring lookbook. Brimming with delicate florals and feminine ruffles, we're not only ripping out pages and pasting them to mood boards but we're thinking about trying these Spring trends out at our next big wedding event. Up ahead, our favorites, plus how you can style them.
The Incredible Reason These Divorced Parents Carry on 1 Family Tradition
There's a major difference between the top two photos and the bottom photos in the above collage: the first two were taken when Adam and Victoria were married, while the other two were shot in the years following their divorce.
"We are not in love, we don't always agree, we're not best friends, sometimes we don't even like one another," Victoria shared on the Love What Matters Facebook page. "But you know what we are? We are forever connected because of our beautiful, smart, kind, compassionate, funny son."
During their divorce and in the time since, these parents have worked to not only respect each other, but to remember that neither of their roles as parents take precedence over the other. "Neither one of us are any more important to the life of our son. We BOTH need to be there, we BOTH deserve quality time and quality memories with him," she wrote. "Neither of us blame one another for the direction our relationship took. We do not place blame on one another, and we certainly don't place blame in the presence of our son."
Victoria acknowledges that she and Adam are not perfect coparents, but something that distinguishes them from many exes is that when they got divorced, they vowed to put their son first and value the "richness" that each parent brings to his life. "So yes, we still have a family portrait taken, and I still pay good money to have the images printed, framed, and placed in our son's bedroom; he may not grow up with parents who live in the same house . . . but he will grow up to see respect, kindness, empathy, compassion, perseverance, flexibility, and even sacrifice being modeled by both of his parents," she wrote. "He will know it is possible to fall out of love but never fall apart."
25+ Maternity Dresses to Wear During Your Spring Pregnancy
There's no surer way to give your bump a boost than throwing on a dress. For some reason, wearing a frock can always seem to give a mom-to-be an instant bout of confidence to go about their day. As the weather grows warmer, it's the perfect time to pack the expectant mama's closet with dresses that will add a spring to her step as she heads out the door.
Check out over 25 of our favorites for the season.
Give Birth to a New Easter Pizza With Peeps or Cadbury Egg Toppings
Though some may recoil at this idea, if, like me, your two most beloved foods are pizza and Easter candy, listen up! Combine the two treasures by topping your pizza with something "fresh" and sweet: Peeps and Cadbury Eggs. Yes, these controversial add-ons are blowing up on the internet. Pictured above is a new, limited-edition pizza from London-based Deliveroo. Available from April 7-14, this dessert pizza comes with strawberry sauce, mascarpone, mint, and Cadbury Creme Eggs. Even if you can't make your way to London, you could certainly re-create it at home! In fact, I'm inspired to do so - like tomorrow.
Then, there's the Peepza, invented by Serious Eats. The glorious Peepza features a cheese pizza dotted with slightly melty Peep chicks. Twitter is saying this idea is way better than pineapple pizza. As a straight-up marshmallow-obsessed person, I'll go ahead and take a stance here. Yeah, marshmallow pizza sounds infinitely better than pineapple pizza. So, are you with me?
Every Incredible, Affordable Item to Get From the E.L.F. Spring Sale
E.L.F. junkies, get ready for some unbelievable news: the famously affordable brand is currently hosting a Spring sale and some of your favorite products are being sold for shockingly low prices.
Don't miss your chance to restock on all of your favorite staples like the award-winning Hypershine Gloss (now on sale for 40 cents) before the sale ends on April 5. Now is the perfect time to sample a plethora of the cruelty-free company's beauty treats and see what all the fuss is about.
Read on to see the amazing deals, then check out the best products to shop from E.L.F.
11 Times J Balvin Was the Most Fashionable Person in Your Instagram Feed
J Balvin blessed the world with his presence and catchy beats a few years ago, and since then he has taken the fashion scene by storm wearing designers like Chanel and Saint Laurent like it's no big deal. His closet definitely has more designer goods than ours.
When it comes to his style, J Balvin is one to take risks, while still calling his look "casual and elegant." Well, take cues, everyone, because Balvin is on his way to becoming a true fashion icon. Here are just a few times he showed that.
13 Reasons Why: This Is the Only Reason Justin Would Look Familiar to You
Image Source: Netflix
If you're as obsessed with 13 Reasons Why as we are, you've probably already binge-Googled the entire cast. We've learned that breakout star Katherine Langford is Australian (you can totally hear her accent at times), the guy who plays Jeff is a regular on another Netflix show, and the girl who plays Skye is Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick's daughter. We've also learned that unlike Dylan Minnette, Brandon Flynn (aka Justin Foley) is a relative newcomer to Hollywood. Literally the only reason he would look familiar to you is if you watched the short-lived CBS zombie comedy BrainDead. He appeared on the seventh episode, "The Power of Euphemism: How Torture Became a Matter of Debate in American Politics" as an intern:
Image Source: CBS
While he plays a morally questionable character in 13 Reasons Why, you shouldn't feel guilty about wanting to stalk Flynn on social media. He has an active Instagram account (@flynnagin11) and he has posted a lot of pictures with the cast - particularly Miles Heizer. We'll let you know if he signs on for any new roles in the wake of the hit Netflix series!
After 9 Years of Marriage, Jay Z and Beyoncé Are Still Crazy in Love
Bey and Jay are well-known for their commitment to keeping their relationship private, it's true. That said, we've watched them grow together in the spotlight since they first tied the knot in 2008 after four years of dating and welcomed their daughter Blue Ivy Carter in 2012. As time has passed, we've seen plenty of glimpses of their love in the form of warm hugs, quick kisses, and steamy onstage performances. And now that they're getting ready to expand their family by two, we're sure there will be even more sweet moments to come. Keep reading to see their cutest PDA pictures now.
Here's Chris Evans on His Way to Pick You Up and Take You to an Expensive Dinner
Chris Evans made a stop at Jimmy Kimmel Live! to promote his new film, Gifted. Before sitting down for an interview with Jimmy, though, the actor was spotted making a very handsome arrival at the lot in LA; clad in a very well-fitting gray suit, tie, and sunglasses, Chris looked like a man on a mission - the mission being heading to your apartment and picking you up for a date, and the date consisting of an expensive dinner, a screening of Casablanca at the indie theater he rented out, and maybe going back to his penthouse to "see the view" but really just make out on his leather couch.
Anyway . . . while making the press rounds for Gifted, Chris was asked about the current status of his relationship with costar and ex-girlfriend Jenny Slate. After Jenny revealed to Variety that Chris is "truly one of the kindest people I've ever met" but that the couple "threw down pretty hard" during their breakup, Chris responded with equally glowing words about her to People, saying, "She's so vulnerable, so honest, so interested in other people more than herself, she's incredibly compassionate," adding, "There's just nothing to not love about her."
Say What?! You Can Snag Kat Von D's Everlasting Lip Liner a Whole Week Early
Kat Von D Beauty is back at it again with yet another heart palpitation-inducing promotion for its Everlasting Flash program. This month, the brand will be allowing early access for lipstick addicts to snag its Everlasting Lip Liner before it even officially launches! No, you're not dreaming.
Ever since we heard about the 30 tantalizing shades of Kat Von D's Everlasting Lip Liners, we couldn't wait to get our hands (and lips!) on every last stick. But one color in particular stands out from the rest: Lolita. A gorgeous chestnut rose, this liner is sure to look glam on any skin tone at any time of the day. Lucky for us, Lolita is the special shade that's part of this month's promotion.
On April 5 at 12 p.m. EST, Lolita will be available for pre-launch purchase, six whole days before the rest of the collection is even on Sephora.com. The only catch to this much-anticipated event? The liner will only be available for 48 hours or until supplies last. Past events have sold out in just three hours, so we suggest setting an alarm (or three!) and have those credit card numbers memorized to ensure that you're one of the first to nab this versatile product.
After 9 Years of Marriage, Jay Z and Beyoncé Are Still Crazy in Love
Bey and Jay are well-known for their commitment to keeping their relationship private, it's true. That said, we've watched them grow together in the spotlight since they first tied the knot in 2008 after four years of dating and welcomed their daughter Blue Ivy Carter in 2012. As time has passed, we've seen plenty of glimpses of their love in the form of warm hugs, quick kisses, and steamy onstage performances. And now that they're getting ready to expand their family by two, we're sure there will be even more sweet moments to come. Keep reading to see their cutest PDA pictures now.
Here's Chris Evans on His Way to Pick You Up and Take You to an Expensive Dinner
Chris Evans made a stop at Jimmy Kimmel Live! to promote his new film, Gifted. Before sitting down for an interview with Jimmy, though, the actor was spotted making a very handsome arrival at the lot in LA; clad in a very well-fitting gray suit, tie, and sunglasses, Chris looked like a man on a mission - the mission being heading to your apartment and picking you up for a date, and the date consisting of an expensive dinner, a screening of Casablanca at the indie theater he rented out, and maybe going back to his penthouse to "see the view" but really just make out on his leather couch.
Anyway . . . while making the press rounds for Gifted, Chris was asked about the current status of his relationship with costar and ex-girlfriend Jenny Slate. After Jenny revealed to Variety that Chris is "truly one of the kindest people I've ever met" but that the couple "threw down pretty hard" during their breakup, Chris responded with equally glowing words about her to People, saying, "She's so vulnerable, so honest, so interested in other people more than herself, she's incredibly compassionate," adding, "There's just nothing to not love about her."
The Striking Transformation of Victoria Beckham's Little Black Dress
In recent history, Victoria Beckham has been inclined to wear color. Perhaps the playful vibe of her new Target collaboration is swaying her in that direction, or maybe Victoria is just open to change. Change she has, since the days of Posh and the iconic "little Gucci dress" she slipped into in everybody's favorite movie Spice World.
But despite Victoria's more modern fashion sense, she has not forgotten her roots nor the power of a simple black sheath. These days, she might be sporting the look with her signature glove pumps instead of sky-high platform boots, but year after year - and as seasons change - Victoria's LBDs mean business. Scroll to track their transformation over the past decade.
13 Reasons Why: Selena Gomez's Haunting Cover Will Break Your Heart
Selena Gomez is back and better than ever (not that you had any doubts). After entering rehab and spending time out of the spotlight for a few months, the pop star recently returned with a ridiculously catchy single, "It Ain't Me," that had fans champing at the bit for more new music. Thankfully Gomez has just gifted us with another track: a cover of Yazoo's 1982 hit "Only You" for the 13 Reasons Why soundtrack. She serves as executive producer on the Netflix drama - which follows high school student Clay, who receives a series of cassette tapes recorded by Hannah, a classmate who recently committed suicide - and said on Twitter that the song was "inspired by Hannah and Clay's story." It's haunting, beautiful, and quite possibly her most emotional song yet.
The Piece You'll Spot at Music Festivals Every Single Year
Before you shop for the "perfect music festival outfit" or outfits, you might want to take a look in your closet. The item you're looking for? A pair of denim shorts. Whether they're a distressed style or cute Daisy Dukes, shorts are the one piece you're guaranteed to see every festival season. Even models like Alessandra Ambrosio and Kendall Jenner pack a pair or two to festivals. It's a classic piece to build your outfit from, but sometimes it's easily overlooked in favor of the season's trendiest boho dresses and flirty skirts.
To bring the attention back on denim shorts, we've rounded up 12 different ways to style them. You can still get your festival shopping on, but instead of buying whole new outfits, rework the shorts you have. We've provided the inspiration you need ahead.
This YouTuber Gave the Realest Response to a Fan About Her "Natural" Beauty
Much as we love scrolling through Instagram browsing all the product reveals, skin care shelfies, and beauty inspiration, we admit that it can get a little bit overwhelming sometimes. Seeing the absolutely flawless faces of influencers can get disheartening on days when you just don't feel or look your best. They seem to never suffer from breakouts or unmanageable hair, but instead are apparently genetically blessed (or masters of filters).
Beauty influencer Gina Shkeda recently showed off one such selfie of herself tucked in bed. She had no makeup on, but was positively stunning (see above). Fan and Twitter user @_Pajdelamah reacted to the gorgeous image by tweeting, "If I could wake up as beautiful as @GinaShkeda I'd be the happiest girl alive #naturalbeauty."
We - and much of Twitter - were blown away by Gina's funny and truthful response. "Girl I have micro bladed brows, lash extensions in and lip injections," she told @_Pajdelamah. "I don't even look like this." She added, "You're flawless."
It is so refreshing to see an influencer be honest about their cosmetic enhancements, especially in such a cavalier way. We applaud Gina for her sincerity and hope that more beauty stars follow suit.
Keep reading to see the whole social media exchange, including praise from Gina's fans.
How Netflix's 13 Reasons Why Is Most Important YA Adaptation Yet
13 Reasons Why has landed on Netflix, which means that you've probably already in love with the utterly charming, and utterly heartbreaking, Dylan Minnette and Katherine Langford. On top of fantastic writing by showrunner Brian Yorkey, much of the (inevitable) success of the 13-episode-long adaptation of Jay Asher's bestselling YA novel is owed to their stirring performances.
Minnette, who's appeared in movies like Don't Breathe and Goosebumps, plays teenager Clay Jensen, who receives a series of cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker (Langford), a classmate who recently committed suicide. How do you teach a lesson without becoming an after-school special? How do you avoid becoming a PSA instead of a TV show? Part of the challenge of a show about teen suicide is striking the right tone. By turning the subject into an authentic, haunting, binge-ready mystery, Netflix has not only achieved something great but also produced something that will no doubt start a lot of important conversations.
While Winter Storm Niko raged outside a hotel overlooking Madison Square Park in early Feb., we went right to the source and to one of those very conversations with the show's young stars. After Langford - a 20-year-old Hollywood newcomer by way of Perth, Australia - was done marveling at seeing snow for the first time, she and Minnette discussed everything from the stigma surrounding mental illness to the therapy puppies they had on set and what it's really like when Selena Gomez is your executive producer.
POPSUGAR: Hearing Selena Gomez speak about the project, it's clear that she's so passionate and was really dedicated to bringing it to life in the right way. What has it been like to work with her?
Katherine Langford: The actual network test I did over Skype, so I didn't get to see anyone or be super involved in the casting process, but I think Selena and everyone who chose to cast us was so elated. Particularly for me, I had never done anything before. I got a call saying they wanted me, but we only had 10 days to get an O-1 visa. Anyone who's ever tried to get an O-1 visa knows that is not something you can usually get in 10 days, so for me the support was there right away. I truly believe this project is in the right hands and has always been in the right hands, because it's in the hands of people who really care about what they're saying. Selena's lovely.
Dylan Minnette: She makes us feel very loved and welcome. We didn't get to meet her until the very end, and she made us so comfortable.
KL: She's incredibly busy. She flew out while she was on tour after the tragedy with Christina Grimmie. She took time to look after herself, went and won an award at the VMAs with an absolutely iconic speech, and then the next day she was with us in Northern California for a whole day. She stayed with us the whole day on set and talked to everyone. She took us out to dinner and saw a movie with us, and we hung out with her. I don't think I can emphasize how generous she is and how genuinely she cares. Time is something that you can't put a price on, and she just gives infinite time to everyone around her. It's joy.
PS: In a lot of shows set in high schools, the characters and dialogue can come off as a little unrealistic for kids that age, but there's something about the show that feels so authentic. Did you guys have any input on making sure the script stayed true to what an actual high school student might say?
KL: I think they took two things into consideration about that. The first thing is that one of the biggest goals of making this series was to keep it as truthful as possible, because we knew that the story we were telling was important. I think everyone was really on board with that. In terms of the language, Brian Yorkey . . . it should just be Brian Yorkey full-stop. I can't even begin to tell you about his writing. These characters are like four or five dimensional. They're so solid and so well-rounded. At the start, you're just getting used to saying the lines and your character, and what Brian would actually do is listen to us through filming. He would pick up on our rhythms, and the language that we used, and even the things that we did. As we went along through the scripts, it became smoother and smoother to read. Things popped up that we were like, "Wait, I said that!" or "Wait, I did that!"
DM: Exactly. That happened to me, too.
KL: It got to the point that it was so snappy.
DM: He had the language down, for sure. If there ever was a time that a line seemed unnatural, I would go to him and say, "This catches me." And it's gone. They trusted the actors, because it's primarily a young cast. We really tried to make it as real as possible.
PS: Did you film in a real high school, or was that all a set?
DM: For the first bit. We were in this school in this small town in Northern California, Sebastopol. It was Analy High School.
KL: The Analy Tigers.
DM: We started in Summer, but then the school year started, so they built the entire hallway you see in the school. The set is huge, and they replicated it. It was awesome, and the coolest set I've worked on. If we needed to film outside the school, we had to switch our work week to Thursday to Sunday, since we could only film when [the students] weren't in class.
PS: Katherine, you're from Australia, so what was it like to play an American teenager in an American high school? Was it jarring for you at all?
KL: This may just be me, but I feel like everyone's dream is to live as an American high school student. [laughs] There are so many teen films set in America that you live vicariously through them, anyway. But it was totally different. I got to experience Halloween, and prom, and cheerleaders . . .
DM: And the Fourth of July.
KL: And the Fourth of July! It was crazy. It was definitely different. For me, personally, it was so weird and bizarre because it actually felt really, really realistic. I think it was partly because we were shooting in an actual school and the extras we used are actual high school students.
PS: Instead of shying away from darker themes like depression and suicide, which so many teenagers deal with on a daily basis, the show tackles them head-on. What do you hope viewers who are struggling with those issues will take away from it?
KL: I think that because of the issues that we cover, it's going to impact people differently depending on who you are. The issues are so personal that people are going to take away what resonates with them most. What I hope for the show is that it will inspire people to talk about these things and to continue conversations that need to be had instead of shying away from it. Things like mental illness and consent are things we should be talking about. It's not something people should be embarrassed by. Mental illness is very normal. Growing up in an age where we're starting to acknowledge just how prevalent it is, we need to be matching the rate at which it affects people. There needs to be a proper conversation, and people need to be informed and educated about it.
PS: Were there any times on set where things got emotional to the point where you had to take a step back and catch your breath?
DM: I know there was one scene, I wasn't around, but they had therapy dogs on set. There was a puppy per hour. They really tried to help out. The puppies helped. She had the brunt of the emotional stuff. I mean, we all have very emotional parts, but this is about her character.
KL: We always read a new script at a table read, and once we hit episode nine, there was silence. That's when we realized what we were doing was important. That's the moment that's kind of ingrained in my head as, "This is really important." We cover so many intense issues. I also want to reiterate how much support was there for me. When I was shooting with Justin Prentice, who plays Bryce, there's a scene we do in episode 12 which is physically hard to do, just as a human being. I feel like so much of Hannah's life, especially the last five episodes, is so tragic that you just have to put that shock aside and get through it. It's only been after the show and after wrapping that I've gone, wow, we really did handle some really heavy stuff. I'm really proud of how we handle it, because as you said we don't shy away from them.
PS: The music in every scene, especially when Clay and Hannah are at the dance together, is so haunting. Were there any particular bands or artists, or even books, that you read or listened to to get into the right head space for your character?
DM: Music was a huge part of it for me.
KL: Huge.
DM: I had a dialogue with Brian from the get-go about what songs should be on the soundtrack. I love that he was so open and it was very much a collaboration. There are so many artists on the soundtrack that I'm so proud of. And Clay's room is filled with posters of my favorite bands. There are other artists that I would love to have in there, but they aren't artists that I feel Clay would listen to. You'll see there are a couple Arcade Fire posters, Bon Iver, The Cure, The Shins, and some other cool things. I wanted to make sure it all felt very real, and I wanted the vibe to be appropriate. There's also a sense of timelessness to the show, because it feels so modern and it's in a modern-day high school, but I think it can connect to adults, too. There's something that feels very vintage about it. Maybe it's Tony in his car, in the Mustang. Maybe it's the music, because Joy Division plays a huge part in the first episode. So there are things that keep it timeless and make it feel like it could happen anytime, even though it's happening right now. Everyone can connect to it, either by sight or by sound. They connect to it somehow, and feel involved.
KL: The music vibes on set were A-plus. There is this kind of timeless thing, these kind of sensory triggers people will pick up on. It's funny Dylan mentioned posters, because in set design, we decided Hannah and Clay both have the same Arcade Fire poster in their bedrooms, which is kind of cute. In terms of getting into Hannah's character, she goes through a time where she really wants to write, so whether this was a by-choice thing or just because I felt like it, I asked props if I could have some of her journals. I started writing some poetry in between takes - I would just be scribbling in the corner. I really hope no one read them, because they're terrible. [laughs]
DM: They were really, really thick journals. She was prepared.
PS: With so many YA adaptations out there right now, what do you think is going to set 13 Reasons Why apart?
KL: Reality. The reality hits so close . . . that's the first thing that comes to mind. I know that there are a lot of incredible series and novels written for young audiences, but I think what's really interesting and unique about this is that it's not a piece of fiction. This really is a story that happens to numerous people every day. That's probably the coolest and also the most shocking thing. It really hits home that this is a harsh reality. This is happening.
DM: If this had been on another network, this easily could have fallen into melodrama, or not get the message across, or not tell the story to the lengths that it should. On Netflix, there's no boundaries, and we're able to tell the story as if it's real life. It's been a while since we've seen a show centered around teens that does that. Conceivably it's an adult show centered around teens. Yeah, you'll get a young audience and teens will get attached to this, which is appropriate and what should happen. But really it's an adult show. It's real. The pedigree of the people they hired to do this, from a film-making standpoint, sets us apart as well. Who won best picture last year? Tom McCarthy. Well, he's directing this. And Brian Yorkey, a Pulitzer Prize winner, is the showrunner. The cast is so amazing. They didn't worry about getting superstars. It's a lot of peoples' first real jobs, and you'd never guess. They focused on keeping it real and grounded and did a great job.
Watch 13 Reasons Why when it hits Netflix on Mar. 31.
Mom's Reaction to Her Girl's "Bad" Grade Is What Every Kid Needs
I told my mom I failed my math test and this was her response :') http://pic.twitter.com/BYGuVVEyWr
- hannah (@imhannahcho) March 16, 2017
For Hannah Cho, the grade she got on her math test mattered. If she got an A on it, the teen would have a perfect 4.0 GPA, a goal she was working extremely hard to achieve.
Hannah put in the time and studied all day and night for this exam, so when she found out that she got a B, it felt the same as a failing grade would to most students. Instead of celebrating her hard-earned score, the teen sent a photo of the test to her mom via Snapchat and made her disappointment clear.
Hannah's mom agreed that her daughter had a lot to learn, but not when it comes to math. Hannah shared the response she received from her mom on Twitter in March and the unexpected message is still going viral.
"I don't care if you fail your math test, I don't care if you get below 1,000 on your SAT, I don't care if your GPA is under 2.00, I don't care if you get accepted to Sanford," her mom wrote. "I care if you cry, I care if you are stressed, I care if you are unhappy."
Instead of adding even more pressure to her already stressed-out daughter, this mom is showing Hannah that numbers and grades don't define her. Plus, her mom has a pretty great sense of humor and made sure to add a joke at her daughter's expense: she also cares when Hannah gets hungry - even if she gets hungry every two hours. "I admit it can get tiring feeding you constantly, but I love you."
The Shoes That Won't Let You Down at a Music Festival
The music festival dress code carries with it an unspoken requirement for comfort. Sure, the look is important, but even fashion girls know that practicality is key when you're spending all day in the sun and on your feet. Fortunately, what's functional and what's stylish don't have to be mutually exclusive with a lineup of footwear that looks like this.
From walkable gladiators to a fresh pair of sneakers, these are the styles we've spied on the festival circuit's best dressed, with good reason. These five shoes were made for walking, dancing, and stomping the grounds without compromising the cool factor. Look no further, and prep for the Summer festivals ahead with the smart footwear right here.
There's 1 Detail of J Lo's Crop Top You Can't See - Its Shocking Price Tag
Jennifer Lopez's fashion choices continue to impress us. The 47-year-old stepped out while on a date with her boyfriend, former baseball player Alex Rodriguez, and her outfit made our hearts skip a beat.
The star stepped out in a red Balmain crop top with matching pants and choker, and while you could easily spot all the amazing details of her top, there's one thing you couldn't see: the shocking price tag. Sit down, because it retails for $2,835.
She rocked it, though, topping off her look with a pair of nude Christian Louboutin heels and a tan purse from the same designer. She was definitely dressed to impress, and by the look on ARod's face, he was. Scroll ahead for more photos of Jennifer's outing.
Do This With a Friend Every Night to Lose Weight Faster (No, It's Not Sex!)
Losing weight is so much about what passes through your lips. And although we can try to eat healthy or eat fewer calories, the one way to ensure that you're actually doing it is to track your daily food intake by writing it down in a food journal. Whether you like to use one of those food aps or write down your meals and snacks in a food journal, in a book, or on your phone or computer, here's one way to keep yourself accountable: share it.
Email or text your daily food journal to a friend, family member, a gym buddy, or someone in your weight-loss program. You'll feel more inspired to track every single bite and to be honest about what you actually eat. You can also text or email pics of your meals, new healthy recipes you tried, or pics of office cupcakes you proudly chose not to eat. While you're at it, selfie progress pics are also worth sharing, as well as sweaty pics of you after a workout or pics showing how you reached new fitness goals (nice job running your first 5K!).
When they send you their food journal, it'll give you ideas for meals and snacks and help you feel like you're not alone on this journey. If you've tried food journaling in the past with no success, or if you're a food journal virgin, this could be an easy way to stay motivated, accountable, and on track!
This Heath Ledger Documentary Is Going to Smash Your Heart Into a Pulp
Heath Ledger died on Jan. 22, 2008. You probably remember where you were when you found out that one of Hollywood's brightest stars, who would go on to win a posthumous Academy Award for his work in The Dark Knight, had died of an accidental drug overdose. Nine years later, Spike TV has made a documentary about the late actor: I Am Heath Ledger. It's set to debut at the Tribeca Film Festival, but if you can't make it to New York, it'll open in limited release on May 3 before airing on Spike on May 17. The trailer is chock-full of personal footage of Heath, much of which he took himself. There are also interviews with his family and close friends, including Naomi Watts, Emile Hirsch, Ben Mendelsohn, and Ang Lee. While it'll probably break your heart all over again, the trailer is worth watching just to see Heath smile again and to remember what a true artist he was.
This Heath Ledger Documentary Is Going to Smash Your Heart Into a Pulp
Heath Ledger died on Jan. 22, 2008. You probably remember where you were when you found out that one of Hollywood's brightest stars, who would go on to win a posthumous Academy Award for his work in The Dark Knight, had died of an accidental drug overdose. Nine years later, Spike TV has made a documentary about the late actor: I Am Heath Ledger. It's set to debut at the Tribeca Film Festival, but if you can't make it to New York, it'll open in limited release on May 3 before airing on Spike on May 17. The trailer is chock-full of personal footage of Heath, much of which he took himself. There are also interviews with his family and close friends, including Naomi Watts, Emile Hirsch, Ben Mendelsohn, and Ang Lee. While it'll probably break your heart all over again, the trailer is worth watching just to see Heath smile again and to remember what a true artist he was.
Do This With a Friend Every Night to Lose Weight Faster (No, It's Not Sex!)
Losing weight is so much about what passes through your lips. And although we can try to eat healthy or eat fewer calories, the one way to ensure that you're actually doing it is to track your daily food intake by writing it down in a food journal. Whether you like to use one of those food aps, or write down your meals and snacks in a food journal in a book or on your phone or computer, here's one way to keep yourself accountable: share it.
Email or text your daily food journal to a friend, family member, a gym buddy, or someone in your weight-loss program. You'll feel more inspired to track every single bite, and to be honest about what you actually eat. You can also text or email pics of your meals, new healthy recipes you tried, or pics of office cupcakes you proudly chose not to eat. While you're at it, selfie progress pics are also worth sharing, as well as sweaty pics of you after a workout, or pics showing how you reached new fitness goals (nice job running your first 5K!).
When they send you their food journal, it'll give you ideas for meals and snacks, and help you feel like you're not alone on this journey. If you've tried food journaling in the past with no success, or you're a food journal virgin, this could be an easy way to stay motivated, accountable, and on track!
7 Shopping Secrets Straight From an Aldi Employee
Aldi grocery stores may be famous for their exceptionally low price points, but we're finding out that there's a lot more to the company than just a solid deal on bananas! One employee just revealed tons of secrets about the grocery store and what it's like to work at Aldi in a Reddit AMA, and we're truly intrigued. During the "Ask Me Anything" conversation, the employee spilled the details on how "fresh" the produce is, why the cashiers are always sitting, and those delicious knockoff Girl Scout Cookies. Read on for all of the juicy Aldi shopping secrets, straight from an employee.
There's a weekly deal called Special Buys.
One Irish Reddit user wondered if they featured a weekly special product like they do at the stores in Ireland, which is often a really random product, like "skiing gear or a chainsaw," and the employee said yes. "It's called Special Buys," they shared about the weekly deals. "We just got a bunch of gardening things in yesterday!" So good to know!
They have amazing coffee!
The employee shared that coffee is their favorite thing to buy at Aldi. "We have amazing coffee," they shared. "My favorite is the Honduras and Peru whole bean (single source, organic, and fair trade) and the regular fair trade medium roast. The chocolate (choceur) is better than almost any common brand you can find. Almost everything there is truly comparable to national brands. It's not just a line. There is a very short list of things I don't like." They also sell great K-Cups for Keurig users.
Why do the cashiers always sit?
One curious Reddit user asked why the cashiers are always sitting, and it has absolutely nothing to do with laziness. "The register chairs are a German thing. I'm not 100% sure why. But I like to think we sit because we bust our asses cleaning and stocking when we aren't ringing."
The knockoff Girl Scout Cookies are delicious.
Someone asked why the near-identical Girl Scout Cookies weren't available in all stores, and the employee shared their incredibly impressive self-control when it comes to the cookies. "They are pretty amazing," the employee said about the cookies. "I don't allow myself to buy them often, though. I'll eat the whole thing by myself in like a day or two."
No, you can't get a discount on squished boxes.
Apparently, it's a running joke between shoppers that no one can ever find baking soda in Aldi stores, but we have an answer! "Baking aisle, top shelf," the employee shared, revealing a tip that might be a letdown to some customers. "No, you can't get a discount on the squished boxes."
Hiring is very competitive.
Yup! When someone asked if their experience at Walmart would help in the application process at Aldi, the employee said yes and opened up about the great number of applicants. "A lot of district managers like to hire people with former management experience (that's part of why I got hired)," they shared. "All experience matters of course, so grocery experience is definitely on your side. My store (not in a very large city) receives several hundred applications a year. Two people were hired in my store in the last 12 months. . . I was one of them. It's a tough job. Everyone does everything, including 6am truck shifts. Keeping the store clean and stocked is a constant struggle when it gets as busy as it does, and when there are only 2-3 working at a time. . . well, you can imagine. That's why it's nice to sit while we ring."
Produce is exceptionally fresh.
With such low prices, many shoppers wonder how "fresh" the produce really is, and the employee reassured the curious Reddit users that even though the produce is less expensive than other grocery stores, it's great quality. "We get produce deliveries every morning," they shared. "The turn around is very fast, so we don't have much waste. We just don't over-order, I guess. It's more typical that we are all out of broccoli by the time we close than it is that we have several extra cases that just end up in the trash." At this employee's location, local restaurant employees will even come in to purchase produce. "We often have local restaurants come in to buy produce to hold them over until deliveries come in. They have mentioned that it's cheaper than their wholesalers. I don't have actual numbers, but bananas and lettuce are big sellers in that area."
But if you're still wondering why shoppers are required to purchase a cart for a quarter, check out more Aldi secrets from another candid employee.
Embrace Spring With These 15 Healthy Salads You'll Want to Eat Every Day
Because how many kale caesars can one really eat in life? Strawberries, peas, asparagus, fiddleheads . . . Spring's fruit and veggie bounty looks just as good as it tastes, so whip up one of these satisfying salads just in time for warmer weather.
Embrace Spring With These 15 Healthy Salads You'll Want to Eat Every Day
Because how many kale caesars can one really eat in life? Strawberries, peas, asparagus, fiddleheads . . . Spring's fruit and veggie bounty looks just as good as it tastes, so whip up one of these satisfying salads just in time for warmer weather.
The Defenders: Watch the Teaser and Find Out the Premiere Date!
At this point, waiting for new episodes of Jessica Jones and Daredevil is nearly unbearable. What's a superhero binge-watcher (who has already raced through Iron Fist) to do? Well, in hopes of giving you an exciting distraction, we have some news. The Defenders finally has a premiere date and a proper teaser! Even though details are sparse, we're breaking down all the information we've gotten about the show so far.
The Case For Becoming a More Conscious Shopper
When Vivienne Westwood declared, "Buy less, choose well, make it last," the grande dame of British fashion had a point. Our fixation with fast fashion comes at a cost - the very brands that entice us with low prices are also responsible for forced child labor, devastating environmental practices, and sweatshop conditions. When a garment factory collapsed in Bangladesh in 2013, killing more than 1,100 factory workers, it was a shocking reminder of the human price paid for our low prices. Want to become a more conscious shopper? Here are six easy ways to incorporate ethics into your everyday habits.
- Do your research
Wouldn't it be nice if clothes came with the warning "Made using child labor"? Sadly, that's not how it works. Big brands prefer you to know as little as possible about their production practices, distracting consumers instead with sparkly advertising campaigns and seriously I-can't-believe-how-cheap-that-is prices.Because the responsibility to wield spending power ethically lies with the consumer, it's time to get educated. First, use your common sense. If you're buying a t-shirt for $10, it was made at the expense of someone else. There is no way around it – those appealingly cheap prices are a surefire sign that exploitation has been engrained into the manufacturing process. Second, start googling. Over the last decade, major brands such as Gap, H&M, Forever 21, Primark, and Adidas have been embroiled in high-profile sweatshop scandals that revealed forced child labor, wages well below the poverty line, and female workers dealing with routine sexual harassment. If none of this sits well with you, click through to see which clothing brands place principled practices at the heart of their business.
- Support local brands
Before American Apparel dissolved in a sea of sexual harassment lawsuits, the brand proudly flew the Made-in-America flag. While it may no longer exist, a host of equally stylish labels continue to advocate for homegrown production practices. From the enduring popularity of the handcrafted Red Wing Heritage boots to the poppy colors of LA-based brand FairEnds, the wide range of American-made brands means even the most demanding sartorialists will find one they like. Although the prices tend to be higher, they come with the knowledge that you're supporting American industry. - Ditch throwaway fashion buys
Fast fashion brands seem like the dream: cheap, trendy, and capable of churning out haute couture looks overnight. But according to Greenpeace, fast fashion is "drowning" the world in toxic chemicals, water wastage, and landfills filled to the brim with discarded clothing. A single t-shirt requires 2,700 liters of water, says Greenpeace, the same amount of water that an average person would drink over 900 days. Now multiply that figure by billions and you're looking at catastrophic environmental damage.Our obsession with fast fashion - coupled with an insatiable shopping appetite - is a new phenomenon. By 2007, Americans were buying 67 items of clothing every year - twice as much as they were buying 20 years prior. Worse still, the average American throws away 63 pounds of clothing a year. Low-quality, low-cost items fall apart quicker, which means they'll end up in at landfill sooner - not to mention the unethical production methods that keep their costs low in the first place.
To wean yourself off fast fashion cravings, start by questioning your impulse buys. Do you really need that new dress? Often, you'll find that you don't - and, with time, saying no gets easier. An added bonus is that you'll end up with a enviable wardrobe full of thoughtfully selected quality pieces. You may end up owning less, but you'll get a lot more from what you do buy.
- Invest in quality pieces
Now that you're impulse-buying less, you'll be pleasantly surprised by the extra cash in your bank account each month. And, when you do need a new item, you'll be better equipped to splurge on a quality piece that will earn its keep over the years.When I was 23 years old, I spent a small fortune on an army-green, wool-cashmere-blend Winter coat that I most certainly could not afford. Six years later, it's been worn to death and yet is still in beautiful condition. It's always worth applying a cost-per-wear strategy to items in your wardrobe: if you divide the total cost of the item by the number of days that you'll wear it, an eye-watering price tag can suddenly feel a lot more manageable. While you should avoid this strategy on particularly trend-led pieces and seasonal It bags, apply it to classic pieces: leather shoes and bags and Winter coats that won't date through the years.
- Buy organic
When it comes to fabrics, natural fibers like cotton, bamboo, and hemp are the best bet. However, there is cotton and then there is organic cotton. Aim to buy the latter, not only because organic materials are better for your skin but because it means that farmers aren't being exposed to dangerous pesticides and agricultural chemicals aren't polluting our water sources. Look out for organic cotton labels on your clothing - this list of organic cotton brands is a helpful resource. - Reuse, recycle, restore
Channel the eclectic styles of vintage-obsessed fashion mavericks like Kate Moss, Alexa Chung, and Kate Bosworth safe in the knowledge that your environmental credentials are on point too. The antithesis of fast fashion, second-hand clothes have endured the wear and tear of time - not to mention the whimsical turns of fashion - to remain coveted. Better yet, they don't place strain on the environment or endorse sweatshop conditions the way new clothes from high street brands do.If you've got a fashion itch that you need to scratch, stop by your local thrift store or Salvation Army to peruse the racks. Arranging clothes swaps with friends is another way to keep your wardrobe injected with "new" items that have low impact.
An Outfit For Every Music Festival You Plan to Hit Up This Summer
No matter which music festival you attend this season, the one thought on your mind is "what the heck do I wear!?" While Coachella is known to be a giant fashion hub for bloggers and celebrities, other festivals like Lollapalooza are gaining traction with their own crowd of stylish festival-goers. Everywhere you turn, there's an amazing look.
At the heart of each event, however, is a very specific vibe. Coachella has long dominated the free-spirited bohemian look, but for those who are missing that three-day party in the desert, we've mapped out some outfits for various other festivals. Read on for the looks that'll guarantee you a spot on the best-dressed list at your own destination.
How You Should Be Wearing Paisley Right Now
Paisley has traditionally been a favorite among the fashion set. The droplet-inspired pattern is timeless because it manages to be both stately and feminine at the same time, and depending on the colors, it can also be incredibly versatile. A paisley dress, for example, can easily be dressed up or made casual, depending on how you accessorize. Up ahead, classic styling tips to help you wear the trend of the season.
Outlander's Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe Have a BFF Date at a Rugby Match
Thank you @THESTORMERS
What a result!!!!!
And so good to meet "4Ball" @iamSivN 😜@caitrionambalfe http://pic.twitter.com/8L2BKSEGNF- Sam Heughan (@SamHeughan) April 1, 2017
The season three premiere of Outlander is still a few (unbearable) months away, and it looks like Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe are making the most of their downtime. The costars and close friends attended a rugby match in Cape Town, South Africa, on April 1, which Sam documented with a fun photo. "Thank you @THESTORMERS What a result!!!!! And so good to meet '4Ball' @iamSivN @caitrionambalfe," he tweeted with the picture, which features them smiling at the camera in a sea of blue-clad fans of the Stormers. Although the picture is a simple selfie, it will no doubt send rumors of a potential romance into overdrive once again.
The two have consistently denied rumors they're anything more than friends ever since the fantasy series premiered, both from tabloids and from superfans eager to see their favorite characters - who play husband and wife on Outlander - fall in love in real life. Sam recently told POPSUGAR that Caitriona's "extremely talented and an extremely nice person, and we have a lot of fun," but that he sees her as a member of his family, not a girlfriend. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly last year, Caitriona also clarified that she and Sam are merely "best friends." Whatever their status is, we can't get enough of them.
New Brunswick women will be able to get abortion pill free of charge
New Brunswick will make the abortion pill Mifegymiso available to women free of charge, Health Minister Victor Boudreau announced Tuesday.
Outlander's Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe Have a BFF Date at a Rugby Match
Thank you @THESTORMERS
What a result!!!!!
And so good to meet "4Ball" @iamSivN 😜@caitrionambalfe http://pic.twitter.com/8L2BKSEGNF- Sam Heughan (@SamHeughan) April 1, 2017
The season three premiere of Outlander is still a few (unbearable) months away, and it looks like Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe are making the most of their downtime. The costars and close friends attended a rugby match in Cape Town, South Africa, on April 1, which Sam documented with a fun photo. "Thank you @THESTORMERS What a result!!!!! And so good to meet '4Ball' @iamSivN @caitrionambalfe," he tweeted with the picture, which features them smiling at the camera in a sea of blue-clad fans of the Stormers. Although the picture is a simple selfie, it will no doubt send rumors of a potential romance into overdrive once again.
The two have consistently denied rumors they're anything more than friends ever since the fantasy series premiered, both from tabloids and from superfans eager to see their favorite characters - who play husband and wife on Outlander - fall in love in real life. Sam recently told POPSUGAR that Caitriona's "extremely talented and an extremely nice person, and we have a lot of fun," but that he sees her as a member of his family, not a girlfriend. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly last year, Caitriona also clarified that she and Sam are merely "best friends." Whatever their status is, we can't get enough of them.
New Brunswick women will be able to get abortion pill free of charge
New Brunswick will make the abortion pill Mifegymiso available to women free of charge, Health Minister Victor Boudreau announced Tuesday.
Irish Airport Opens Europe's First Sensory Room For Kids With Special Needs
Traveling with kids, especially on a flight, is every parent's nightmare. Traveling with a child who is on the autism spectrum or has Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), however, can be even more difficult, which is why Shannon Airport in Ireland just opened a "sensory room," so that those children can avoid the lights, noises, and crowds of the airport.
"In the latest in a long list of aviation firsts on a global, European, and national scale developed at Shannon, the sensory room off the airport's Departure Lounge will offer a relaxing environment for passengers ahead of their flight," the caption of a video promoting the room says. "It is tailored to be a soothing place away from the activity of a busy airport and comprises facilities such as aquatic bubble tube, an undulated wavy wall, color changing LEDs, wheel projector, and other items."
The main goal of the room is to avoid the stress that comes with traveling with a small child, especially one who has special needs, and Gearoid Mannion of Ennis Voices For Autism hopes that other airports across Europe will be inspired to follow suit with their own sensory rooms. "This is an airport that welcomes everybody," says Ann Norton, the mayor of Ennis and the parent of a child with a disability. "With the new sensory room they have listened, they have watched, and they have actually done."
Um, Kevin Bacon's Daughter Is in 13 Reasons Why
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If you've already binge-watched Netflix's 13 Reasons Why, then chances are you've also probably been obsessing over the stellar cast. The heartbreaking, honest, and beautiful adaptation of Jay Asher's bestselling novel features mostly unknown faces, but there are still a few surprises. While you probably recognize Dylan Minnette (Clay Jensen), there's also a Hollywood legacy who is a student at Liberty High School: Skye. Yep, the tattooed barista at Monet's is played by Sosie Bacon, aka the 25-year-old daughter of Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick. Her character is definitely one of our favorites, and since the show's ending was basically set up for a second season, we're hoping we get to see a lot more of Sosie on the small screen.
Um, Kevin Bacon's Daughter Is in 13 Reasons Why
Image Source: Netflix
If you've already binge-watched Netflix's 13 Reasons Why, then chances are you've also probably been obsessing over the stellar cast. The heartbreaking, honest, and beautiful adaptation of Jay Asher's bestselling novel features mostly unknown faces, but there are still a few surprises. While you probably recognize Dylan Minnette (Clay Jensen), there's also a Hollywood legacy who is a student at Liberty High School: Skye. Yep, the tattooed barista at Monet's is played by Sosie Bacon, aka the 25-year-old daughter of Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick. Her character is definitely one of our favorites, and since the show's ending was basically set up for a second season, we're hoping we get to see a lot more of Sosie on the small screen.
Jen Atkin Can Solve Your 3 Peskiest Hair Problems With This 1 Product
Jen Atkin is basically our hair savior. Not only is she the celebrity hairstylist behind the perfectly coiffed strands of Chrissy Teigen, Kim Kardashian, and Jenna Dewan Tatum (providing unlimited styling inspiration), but she also has her own hair care line, Ouai (pronounced "way"), full of deliciously scented, easy-to-use products. The brand recently launched a kickass dry shampoo foam, and now, Atkin is about to drop an exciting product to show your strands some lovin': a collection of supplements. Three types of capsules will be available for purchase starting April 7: one designed to help you grow longer, more luscious locks, one for repairing your damaged strands, and one that promises to banish that greasy scalp for good.
In a recent video with doctor and skin expert Lamees Hamdan, Atkin explained a bit more about what's in the pills. Spoiler alert: they're packed with hair-nourishing goodness! Ingredients like silica (which promotes silky hair), green tea (which balances oily glands), and ashwagandha extract (which reduces stress levels and therefore lessens hair loss) make these supplements a surefire way to get healthier hair in just 90 days.
Want to learn more about these hair-saving supplements? Watch the brand's hilariously entertaining advertisement above for more details about the product's launch.
Yukon hospital makes waves with new treatment for frostbite
Health care providers at Whitehorse General Hospital say they've seen excellent results so far, after coming up with a new way to treat severe frostbite. 'We’ve had a lot of calls from other hospitals in Canada, inquiring about our protocol.'
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