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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This Tiny Detail on Nicki Minaj's Outfit Automatically Made Her Queen of the Met Gala
Nicki Minaj knows how to make a statement on any red carpet, and her appearance at the 2017 Met Gala was no different. When Nicki arrived, photographers snapped and heads turned to see the rapper in a custom H&M ensemble, which honored Rei Kawakubo and the Comme des Garcons theme in such an incredibly distinct way. Aside from the obvious red and black color scheme that recognized Kawakubo's influence on the fashion world, we looked closer and saw Kawakubo's face featured on her leather obi belt.
Pernilla Wohlfahrt, H&M's head of design and creative director, said in a press release, "Each H&M look has been entirely custom-made, with both Kawakubo's creative world and the style of our guests in mind," and Nicki's ensemble did that perfectly - staying true to her personal style while flashing as much skin as possible.
Her sheer custom gown was held by an off-the-shoulder duchesse satin kimono top designed with red Swarovski crystals. The lengthy train featured "extravagant raw-edged silk taffeta and black vinyl roses trapped at the hem and beneath the train." But the most exceptional detail of Nicki's entire custom look was the belt. Keep reading to see photos of Nicki's captivating ensemble.
Disney-Lovers! You'll Be Obsessed With These 10 Embroidery Hoops
Is there anything more inspiring than a good Disney quote? We love the idea of putting memorable Disney lines on embroidery hoops - it's a great way to incorporate your fandom into your home. We rounded up our favorite options from movies like Finding Nemo, Cinderella, and Peter Pan. Check them out!
These Fitness Marshall Workouts Will Make You Sweat While You Salsa
Since launching his YouTube account in 2014, the self-proclaimed Fitness Marshall has served up countless cardio-driven dance workouts. For your viewing pleasure, we've rounded up some of his videos set to songs from both mainstream and rising Latinx artists, from Enrique Iglesias and Selena Gomez to Dawin Polanco and Dev. If you're looking to work up a sweat from home, check out his videos ahead.
These 6 Places Are Where Outlander's Jamie and Claire Hang Out IRL
Ever since Outlander debuted on Starz in 2014, fans around the world have been making the pilgrimage to the Scottish Highlands to visit the real-life locations used in the TV show. Some of them are even lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time and catch an episode being filmed. (Spoiler alert: that didn't happen to me.) This past Fall, my best friend and I made our way to Scotland and took a day-long guided Outlander set tour to see six locations from the show. We saw centuries-old castles, sleepy little towns, and sweeping architecture that tells stories of age-old Scotland. Scroll through for a glimpse at the real-life scenery used in Outlander, and consider booking your own trip to the Highlands soon. You certainly won't regret it.
These Fitness Marshall Workouts Will Make You Sweat While You Salsa
Since launching his YouTube account in 2014, the self-proclaimed Fitness Marshall has served up countless cardio-driven dance workouts. For your viewing pleasure, we've rounded up some of his videos set to songs from both mainstream and rising Latinx artists, from Enrique Iglesias and Selena Gomez to Dawin Polanco and Dev. If you're looking to work up a sweat from home, check out his videos ahead.
Jimmy Kimmel's Wife Shares a Photo of Her 2 Boys After They Reveal Son's Heart Condition
I am thankful to love and be loved by these two brave guys. Both criers. http://pic.twitter.com/NL0C3K3Q4E
- Molly McNearney (@mollymcnearney) May 2, 2017
On Monday, Jimmy Kimmel opened his show with a touching and heartbreaking story about his family. After telling the audience that he and his wife, Molly McNearney, welcomed son William on April 21, he revealed that their little guy is battling a serious heart condition. Jimmy said that Billy underwent one of likely three open-heart surgeries a few days after his birth, and that he had to be hooked up to numerous IVs after the procedure. Shortly after he revealed the news while fighting back tears, professional snowboarder Shaun White, who shares the same heart condition as Jimmy's son, stopped by to talk to the host about what it was like growing up with the condition and to put his mind at ease.
Molly also spoke out by sharing a beautiful photo of Jimmy and Billy on Twitter on Tuesday. "I am thankful to love and be loved by these two brave guys. Both criers," she wrote alongside the snap of Billy smiling up at his dad. She also thanked everyone for their kind words, writing in another tweet, "We had a baby. Here is the story told so eloquently by my sweet husband. Thank you for all the love, support and prayers. xo" It's safe to say that Billy is in very good hands.
Jimmy Kimmel's Wife Shares a Photo of Her 2 Boys After They Reveal Son's Heart Condition
I am thankful to love and be loved by these two brave guys. Both criers. http://pic.twitter.com/NL0C3K3Q4E
- Molly McNearney (@mollymcnearney) May 2, 2017
On Monday, Jimmy Kimmel opened his show with a touching and heartbreaking story about his family. After telling the audience that he and his wife, Molly McNearney, welcomed son William on April 21, he revealed that their little guy is battling a serious heart condition. Jimmy said that Billy underwent one of likely three open-heart surgeries a few days after his birth, and that he had to be hooked up to numerous IVs after the procedure. Shortly after he revealed the news while fighting back tears, professional snowboarder Shaun White, who shares the same heart condition as Jimmy's son, stopped by to talk to the host about what it was like growing up with the condition and to put his mind at ease.
Molly also spoke out by sharing a beautiful photo of Jimmy and Billy on Twitter on Tuesday. "I am thankful to love and be loved by these two brave guys. Both criers," she wrote alongside the snap of Billy smiling up at his dad. She also thanked everyone for their kind words, writing in another tweet, "We had a baby. Here is the story told so eloquently by my sweet husband. Thank you for all the love, support and prayers. xo" It's safe to say that Billy is in very good hands.
3 Important Tips to Keep in Mind When Exchanging Foreign Currency
Valid passport? Check. Cash? Wait! Before you leave the country for your trip, make sure you familiarize yourself with foreign currency exchange. There are things you should and shouldn't do before and during your vacation that will help make things go as smoothly as possible.
1. Notify your bank of your travel plans.
Make your life easy and give your bank a heads up of where you'll be traveling and for how long. It'll add a travel notification to your account, which will prevent your card from being frozen for fraud protection. Many banks allow you to do this online when you sign into your account.
2. Check what your debit and credit cards' international fees are.
Contact your bank and find out how much it charges for international ATM withdrawals and transactions. Chase Bank, for example, charges $5 per non-Chase ATM withdrawal in addition to a three percent exchange rate. It also charges three percent of the dollar equivalent for all transactions. And for credit card purchases, Chase charges a three percent transaction fee. Some banks do offer credit cards without any international fees.
3. Don't exchange your money at the airport.
Airport exchange rates aren't the best, and you'll get more for your dollar if you withdraw from an ATM. Locate an ATM in the airport as soon as you land or at a local grocery store or bank. If you can't find an ATM and need cash for your taxi or bus, go ahead and exchange your money at the airport's currency kiosk - but only a small amount! Another thing to note is that your destination airport typically has better rates than your home airport, so wait to do business until you land.
Overall, avoid frequent withdrawals and unnecessary purchases to limit international fees, and be sure to always keep some cash on you. Happy traveling!
Lily Collins Looks Like a Sexy Vampire Doll at the Met Gala
Our favorite version of Lily Collins is back - that's her sexy vampire side. For the 2017 Met Gala, Lily showed off her perfect porcelain skin with just a hint of pink blush. The drama was focused on her spidery lashes (top and bottom), black eyeliner, statement bold brows (which were super arched), and deep burgundy lip.
Her sleek bob with bangs came courtesy of Gregory Russell for Suave Professionals.
"I was inspired by Lily's sculptural Giambattista Valli gown and this year's theme to create a sharp and modern bob with short bangs," he said in a press release. The key to that shine was Suave Leave-In Honey Infusion Conditioner and a flat iron.
Keep reading to see more images of Lily's edgy look!
Let's Be Clear: Trump Calling Elizabeth Warren "Pocahontas" Is Super Racist
Let's get one thing out in the open right off the bat: having a president who makes derogatory comments based on somebody's ethnic background is not normal nor is it acceptable. Unfortunately, many Americans have grown accustomed to such behavior from President Donald Trump, but the abnormality of this behavior must be stressed nonetheless. So when videos emerge of Trump mockingly referring to Senator Elizabeth Warren (who claims to be part Native American) as Pocahontas, it's our collective duty to call it what it is: really, really racist.
Pres. Trump insinuates that he might be running against Sen. Warren for the presidency in 2020: "It may be Pocahontas, remember that." http://pic.twitter.com/tlVPhxj9As
- ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) April 28, 2017
When Trump laughed at the idea of "Pocahontas" potentially running against him for the presidency in 2020 at the National Rifle Association convention on April 28, it wasn't his first time referring to Warren in such a manner. The now-president also used this term for the Democratic senator while on the campaign trail in 2016, turning the name of a real historic figure into a pejorative term. But the president's casual use of real Native American figures to belittle his critics is even more reprehensible now that he has used executive action to violently act against native tribes.
Trump has explained that he uses this nickname for Warren because he thinks that she is lying about her native heritage, stating repeatedly that she must be trying to enjoy the "advantages" of native ancestry when in reality she's white. Of course, this explanation in itself is racist, because it assumes that Native Americans - who have been systemically oppressed since before the colonial days - receive "benefits" for their skin color and culture.
"She is one of the least productive senators in the United States Senate," Trump said of Warren in 2016. "We call her 'Pocahontas' for a reason."
While the facts of Warren's heritage are impossible to fact check - the stories of her ancestry would indicate that she has only a small fraction of native blood - the fact that Trump attempts to use them as an insult almost 100 days into his presidency is just as unacceptable as it was during his campaign.
Some People Just Didn't Follow the Met Gala Theme - and We Have Feelings About It
Imagine showing up to a Halloween party in a Black Swan costume you meticulously crafted from a vintage black feathered tulle skirt, winged eyeliner you finally mastered (only after spending countless hours watching YouTube tutorials), and pointe shoes you can hardly walk in (but they make the look), and your friend walks in in a black American Apparel leotard and calls herself a ballerina. That's bullsh*t, and we're betting that's how Rihanna felt glancing around the Met Gala last night.
She was the black swan queen of the Costume Institute Gala, paying homage to the avant-garde Rei Kawakubo theme in a true Comme des Garcons masterpiece, even while others dressed down or maybe even completely ignored the gala theme altogether in minimalist looks by the likes of Calvin Klein (Gwyneth, we're looking at you). No, there's nothing actually wrong with the pretty looks - most of them would land these stars on the best dressed list of any other event - but please, not to the Met Gala. It makes me think of that moment in the Sex and the City movie, you know, when Carrie wears a bird in her hair and Big can't even show up to the altar. She put a bird on her head and wore it with a Vivienne Westwood gown - and he didn't even get out of the car. It's exactly like that.
Rihanna boldly embraces the theme in something sculptural - and no doubt, hard to sit in - and Elle Fanning waltzes down the carpet in a soft strapless Miu Miu gown. Nope, not today, Elle. Of all the times to play it safe, it's certainly not when you're a celebrity who actually gets invited to participate in one of the most exciting red carpets of the year. If the dress code said black tie, would you show up in jeans?
Still, it happens every year. Despite the theme, which is obviously open to much interpretation, there are a majority of stars who just don't take their style cues from the invite, or barely look like they're trying. I get the risk involved in putting on feathers or wearing a mask, or doing any number of things outside your comfort zone (and Comme des Garcons fashion can certainly take people outside their comfort zones), but come on - Helen Lasichanh didn't even have access to her arms. (Could she even eat? Or go to the bathroom?) That's commitment, people. Sure, the outrageous isn't the "prettiest" or the "sexiest" of the night, and there's certainly the threat of the "worst dressed list" to consider, but isn't being memorable something, too? And even more so, when did we stop having fun with fashion - even when the event practically begs us to? At the very least, what about just showing up and putting it all out there with winged liner, a veiled headpiece, a tufted train, and the confidence to pull it all off?
250 Easy, Fun Ways to Get Crafty With Your Kids!
POPSUGAR has joined Thrive Global in celebration of Screen-Free Week, May 1-7, 2017. Check out our Digital Detox Challenge and inspiration for offline activities like this post.
If arts and crafts time in your home simply means setting out some crayons and paper, we're about to shake things up for you. There are plenty of ways to hone your child's talents that don't require mom and dad to be professional artists. Gathering everything from washi tape and egg crates to cardboard boxes and glitter, we've rounded up more than 200 crafts guaranteed to keep your little artist very happy.
Some People Just Didn't Follow the Met Gala Theme - and We Have Feelings About It
Imagine showing up to a Halloween party in a Black Swan costume you meticulously crafted from a vintage black feathered tulle skirt, winged eyeliner you finally mastered (only after spending countless hours watching YouTube tutorials), and pointe shoes you can hardly walk in (but they make the look), and your friend walks in in a black American Apparel leotard and calls herself a ballerina. That's bullsh*t, and we're betting that's how Rihanna felt glancing around the Met Gala last night.
She was the black swan queen of the Costume Institute Gala, paying homage to the avant-garde Rei Kawakubo theme in a true Comme des Garcons masterpiece, even while others dressed down or maybe even completely ignored the gala theme altogether in minimalist looks by the likes of Calvin Klein (Gwyneth, we're looking at you). No, there's nothing actually wrong with the pretty looks - most of them would land these stars on the best dressed list of any other event - but please, not to the Met Gala. It makes me think of that moment in the Sex and the City movie, you know, when Carrie wears a bird in her hair and Big can't even show up to the altar. She put a bird on her head and wore it with a Vivienne Westwood gown - and he didn't even get out of the car. It's exactly like that.
Rihanna boldly embraces the theme in something sculptural - and no doubt, hard to sit in - and Elle Fanning waltzes down the carpet in a soft strapless Miu Miu gown. Nope, not today, Elle. Of all the times to play it safe, it's certainly not when you're a celebrity who actually gets invited to participate in one of the most exciting red carpets of the year. If the dress code said black tie, would you show up in jeans?
Still, it happens every year. Despite the theme, which is obviously open to much interpretation, there are a majority of stars who just don't take their style cues from the invite, or barely look like they're trying. I get the risk involved in putting on feathers or wearing a mask, or doing any number of things outside your comfort zone (and Comme des Garcons fashion can certainly take people outside their comfort zones), but come on - Helen Lasichanh didn't even have access to her arms. (Could she even eat? Or go to the bathroom?) That's commitment, people. Sure, the outrageous isn't the "prettiest" or the "sexiest" of the night, and there's certainly the threat of the "worst dressed list" to consider, but isn't being memorable something, too? And even more so, when did we stop having fun with fashion - even when the event practically begs us to? At the very least, what about just showing up and putting it all out there with winged liner, a veiled headpiece, a tufted train, and the confidence to pull it all off?
250 Easy, Fun Ways to Get Crafty With Your Kids!
POPSUGAR has joined Thrive Global in celebration of Screen-Free Week, May 1-7, 2017. Check out our Digital Detox Challenge and inspiration for offline activities like this post.
If arts and crafts time in your home simply means setting out some crayons and paper, we're about to shake things up for you. There are plenty of ways to hone your child's talents that don't require mom and dad to be professional artists. Gathering everything from washi tape and egg crates to cardboard boxes and glitter, we've rounded up more than 200 crafts guaranteed to keep your little artist very happy.
You'll Want to Splurge on Trisha Yearwood's New, Summer Barbecue Foods
Williams-Sonoma has collaborated with Trisha Yearwood for a brand-new, exclusive food collection. These pantry shortcuts are intended to "mak[e] Summer fun, easy, and of course, delicious," says Trisha in a behind-the-scenes video. "It revolves around food, and family, and friends. What's better than than? Mmm-hmm." Though the five new products won't be out in stores until May 19, you can order them online now . . . and for a limited time at 20% off. Woo-hoo! Now, if these products are out of your price range - don't worry! You can still cook Trisha's recipes - I've included them all here. The best part is, they are all easy!
The Cars 3 Toys Your Kids Will Want Before the Movie's Even Out
Cars 3 is slated to be the biggest movie of the Summer, but we predict that the accompanying toys will be even bigger! From the classic die-cast models of the film's characters to new play sets and Legos, here are all the toys from the film* that your kids will be begging you for.
*Stay tuned: we'll be adding more and more toys as the movie's June 16 release approaches, so bookmark this page to shop even more in the coming months!
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The Cars 3 Toys Your Kids Will Want Before the Movie's Even Out
Cars 3 is slated to be the biggest movie of the Summer, but we predict that the accompanying toys will be even bigger! From the classic die-cast models of the film's characters to new play sets and Legos, here are all the toys from the film* that your kids will be begging you for.
*Stay tuned: we'll be adding more and more toys as the movie's June 16 release approaches, so bookmark this page to shop even more in the coming months!
You'll Want to Splurge on Trisha Yearwood's New, Summer Barbecue Foods
Williams-Sonoma has collaborated with Trisha Yearwood for a brand-new, exclusive food collection. These pantry shortcuts are intended to "mak[e] Summer fun, easy, and of course, delicious," says Trisha in a behind-the-scenes video. "It revolves around food, and family, and friends. What's better than than? Mmm-hmm." Though the five new products won't be out in stores until May 19, you can order them online now . . . and for a limited time at 20% off. Woo-hoo! Now, if these products are out of your price range - don't worry! You can still cook Trisha's recipes - I've included them all here. The best part is, they are all easy!
The Perfect Personalized Gift: DIY Tile Photo Coasters
Perfect for any special day, a set of these tile photo coasters will cost less than $5 to make. The square tiles from your local home goods store makes this DIY a unique way to showcase your favorite Instagram snaps. All you need is some Mod Podge and a bit of felt to complete this fun project. Stack and wrap the finished photo coasters with a ribbon, and you've got the perfect gift for someone special. These coasters are so cute, you'll probably end up making another set for yourself.
What You'll Need:
- Four 4-by-4-inch white tiles
- Four 4-by-4-inch square pictures
- Scissors
- Mod Podge
- Foam brush
- Felt
- Hot glue gun
- Length of ribbon
- Clear spray sealant
Directions:
- Pick up small white tiles at your local home goods store, which will run you less than a dollar each. You can also go with a colored tile for a more personalized DIY. Select pictures to use for the project, resize to four by four inches on your computer, then print. Select images to fit the special day, such as cute shots of your nieces and nephews for Mother's Day, snow-filled pictures for the holiday seasons, or fun snaps for a special birthday.
- Cut out the pictures, rounding the edges, which gives the finished photo coasters a nice look. Coat the front of the tile with a thin layer of Mod Podge, then center and press a picture to the tile. Let dry for 20 minutes, then coat the top of the picture with a light coating of Mod Podge, brushing horizontally then vertically. Let dry for another 20 minutes and then lightly coat again, sealing the top of the coaster and ensuring the photo is completely adhered to the tile.
- Cut four small one-inch squares from the felt for each tile, and use a hot glue gun to stick one square of felt to each corner of the tile. Give the dry photo coasters a quick coat of clear spray sealant, which will completely moisture-proof the finished project.
- Wrap the finished stacked tile photo coasters with a length of ribbon, and they are ready to give to someone special. Or keep them for yourself and enjoy the next time you're savoring your favorite beverage.
The Right Way to Clean Your Dirty Stovetop Without Breaking a Sweat
When's the last time you cleaned your stovetop? Beyond simply wiping it down with a cleaning spray and a paper towel, it's important to deep clean it every once in a while and leave it sparkling. You might not even realize how much grease and grime is coating your stove and burners until you reveal what's underneath. Here's how to properly clean your stove, no matter what type you have. Before you know it, it'll be good as new.
To Remove Caked-On Stains
Soak your stovetop in a strong cleaner, and use a scraper to get up every bit of the stains, being careful not to scrape too hard. You can also soak a cloth in hot water, let it rest over a stain for a few minutes, and scrape up the remaining residue.
To Clean Gas Burner Grates
If you have a gas stove, you should fully remove the grates and soak them in soap and warm water in the sink, scrub them, and rinse and dry them thoroughly before placing them back on the stove. You can also spray vinegar on burners and let it sit for 10-15 minutes, because vinegar will help break down built-up food. Some grates are even dishwasher safe, but be sure to check your oven's manual to be sure.
To Clean Electric Grates
You can remove an electric burner's coils by gently pulling the burner out to the side. Keep the burners out of the sink and carefully clean them with a soapy sponge without getting any water on the electrical connection. Make sure they're completely dry before reattaching them on the stove.
To Clean Induction Cooktops
If you have an induction stove with a glass ceramic surface, you might want to buy a ceramic stovetop cleaner. Certain materials, like bleach cleaners and dishwashing agents, are bad for induction cooktops. Use a soft cloth and a ceramic-approved cleaner to wipe up stains across the entire surface.
Don't Forget the Knobs
You're touching your stove's knobs on a regular basis, and splatters can frequently dirty them, too. Don't neglect this part of your stove, and be sure to wipe each knob with a soapy sponge on a regular basis. You can even remove the knobs for a deeper clean in warm water and dishwashing liquid.
The Full, Funky Soundtrack For Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
One of the biggest reasons we all fell for Guardians of the Galaxy back in 2014 is its retro soundtrack that possibly made you feel like you were at a rowdy wedding reception in 1982. We're happy to report that the soundtrack for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is just as fun. The 14-track collection includes hits from Fleetwood Mac, Electric Light Orchestra, Cheap Trick, and Cat Stevens. Listen to all the songs here, and scroll to the end for a Spotify playlist!
Your New Favorite Protein-Packed Lunch Is Just a Starbucks Visit Away
Well, it looks like we now have something else to look forward to while making our hourly daily Starbucks run. The coffeehouse just made a major move toward healthy eating by adding six protein-packed items we can't wait to try out. Customers have been demanding more protein, fruits, vegetables, and antibiotic-free meats, so Starbucks responded by whipping up an array of new goodies for its grab-and-go lunch menu. Two of the menu additions are brand spankin' new, while the other four are simply upgrades to existing items to make them even healthier than they were before.
Each of the meals has 20 or more grams of protein, so they're beyond ideal for lunching or snacking sans guilt. If you're looking for a healthier alternative to that ever-so-tempting pumpkin loaf, these new treats are sure to save you (although we're not opposed to indulging in that loaf every now and then . . .). Read on to drool over the latest additions to the Starbucks lunch menu, and be sure to try its other healthy foods and iced drinks while you're at it!
The Right Way to Clean Your Dirty Stovetop Without Breaking a Sweat
When's the last time you cleaned your stovetop? Beyond simply wiping it down with a cleaning spray and a paper towel, it's important to deep clean it every once in a while and leave it sparkling. You might not even realize how much grease and grime is coating your stove and burners until you reveal what's underneath. Here's how to properly clean your stove, no matter what type you have. Before you know it, it'll be good as new.
To Remove Caked-On Stains
Soak your stovetop in a strong cleaner, and use a scraper to get up every bit of the stains, being careful not to scrape too hard. You can also soak a cloth in hot water, let it rest over a stain for a few minutes, and scrape up the remaining residue.
To Clean Gas Burner Grates
If you have a gas stove, you should fully remove the grates and soak them in soap and warm water in the sink, scrub them, and rinse and dry them thoroughly before placing them back on the stove. You can also spray vinegar on burners and let it sit for 10-15 minutes, because vinegar will help break down built-up food. Some grates are even dishwasher safe, but be sure to check your oven's manual to be sure.
To Clean Electric Grates
You can remove an electric burner's coils by gently pulling the burner out to the side. Keep the burners out of the sink and carefully clean them with a soapy sponge without getting any water on the electrical connection. Make sure they're completely dry before reattaching them on the stove.
To Clean Induction Cooktops
If you have an induction stove with a glass ceramic surface, you might want to buy a ceramic stovetop cleaner. Certain materials, like bleach cleaners and dishwashing agents, are bad for induction cooktops. Use a soft cloth and a ceramic-approved cleaner to wipe up stains across the entire surface.
Don't Forget the Knobs
You're touching your stove's knobs on a regular basis, and splatters can frequently dirty them, too. Don't neglect this part of your stove, and be sure to wipe each knob with a soapy sponge on a regular basis. You can even remove the knobs for a deeper clean in warm water and dishwashing liquid.
Your New Favorite Protein-Packed Lunch Is Just a Starbucks Visit Away
Well, it looks like we now have something else to look forward to while making our hourly daily Starbucks run. The coffeehouse just made a major move toward healthy eating by adding six protein-packed items we can't wait to try out. Customers have been demanding more protein, fruits, vegetables, and antibiotic-free meats, so Starbucks responded by whipping up an array of new goodies for its grab-and-go lunch menu. Two of the menu additions are brand spankin' new, while the other four are simply upgrades to existing items to make them even healthier than they were before.
Each of the meals has 20 or more grams of protein, so they're beyond ideal for lunching or snacking sans guilt. If you're looking for a healthier alternative to that ever-so-tempting pumpkin loaf, these new treats are sure to save you (although we're not opposed to indulging in that loaf every now and then . . .). Read on to drool over the latest additions to the Starbucks lunch menu, and be sure to try its other healthy foods and iced drinks while you're at it!
Ivanka Trump Reportedly Cried When She Heard the P*ssy Tape
Since her father's election, Ivanka Trump has been painted as a moderate force in the White House. Whether or not Trump's policy positions influence or align with her father's has yet to be proven, but Trump's attempts to sway her father are detailed in a recent New York Times profile. Of the many tidbits revealed about their relationship, one stands out the most.
When the now-infamous tape of her father bragging about grabbing women "by the p*ssy" was leaked by The Washington Post during the campaign, Trump was reportedly distraught. As any child whose father's gloating about sexual assault is heard across the world might do, Trump was driven to tears, according to sources who were present at the damage control meetings in Trump Tower.
After the tape was leaked, campaign staffers convened to discuss a response; Trump "made an emphatic case for a full-throated apology," reports The Times. However, her father seemed unwilling to apologize: "As she spoke, Mr. Trump remained unyielding. His daughter's eyes welled with tears, her face reddened, and she hurried out in frustration," according to The Times.
While the now-president eventually apologized, his positions have continued to be less than supportive of women - a cause that is supposedly his daughter's focus. Though Ivanka Trump "can effectively convey criticism to a man who often refuses it from others, and can appeal to him to change his mind," it's unclear whether her influence has actually produced results.
Trump's sway has, however, produced failures: her meeting with Planned Parenthood was unproductive, she has been unable to persuade her father to consider climate science, and she did not prevent her father's widely criticized travel ban despite her seemingly tolerant image.
According to her younger brother Eric, Trump was able to convince her father of one position: responding to the chemical attacks in Syria, which killed several children with a controversial airstrike.
Trump is at least aware of her political inexperience. According to The Times profile, Trump is determined to be "proactive" about the "type of change and reform that [she] would like to see happen." Trump is also cognizant of her critics. "In the short run I'll have missteps, and, in some cases, I'll take shots that I could have avoided if I had publicly said what I think," Trump told The Times.
Lena Dunham Completely Owns Creeping On Joe Jonas at the Met Gala
The Met Gala went down in NYC on Monday night, and while it definitely is a sophisticated and glamorous affair, there are still some hilarious moments that happen. One of those moments at this year's event was courtesy of Lena Dunham, who hilariously poked fun at a photo of her creeping behind Joe Jonas. She tweeted the snap shortly after it happened, writing, "In my rightful place, lurking behind a Jonas #MetGala 😐😐😐." Since Joe didn't pose for photos with his girlfriend, Sophie Turner, he was free for people to stare at. And honestly, if we were on that carpet, we would be creepin' right alongside you, Lena.
The Full, Funky Soundtrack For Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
One of the biggest reasons we all fell for Guardians of the Galaxy back in 2014 is its retro soundtrack that possibly made you feel like you were at a rowdy wedding reception in 1982. We're happy to report that the soundtrack for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is just as fun. The 14-track collection includes hits from Fleetwood Mac, Electric Light Orchestra, Cheap Trick, and Cat Stevens. Listen to all the songs here, and scroll to the end for a Spotify playlist!
Ivanka Trump Reportedly Cried When She Heard the P*ssy Tape
Since her father's election, Ivanka Trump has been painted as a moderate force in the White House. Whether or not Trump's policy positions influence or align with her father's has yet to be proven, but Trump's attempts to sway her father are detailed in a recent New York Times profile. Of the many tidbits revealed about their relationship, one stands out the most.
When the now-infamous tape of her father bragging about grabbing women "by the p*ssy" was leaked by The Washington Post during the campaign, Trump was reportedly distraught. As any child whose father's gloating about sexual assault is heard across the world might do, Trump was driven to tears, according to sources who were present at the damage control meetings in Trump Tower.
After the tape was leaked, campaign staffers convened to discuss a response; Trump "made an emphatic case for a full-throated apology," reports The Times. However, her father seemed unwilling to apologize: "As she spoke, Mr. Trump remained unyielding. His daughter's eyes welled with tears, her face reddened, and she hurried out in frustration," according to The Times.
While the now-president eventually apologized, his positions have continued to be less than supportive of women - a cause that is supposedly his daughter's focus. Though Ivanka Trump "can effectively convey criticism to a man who often refuses it from others, and can appeal to him to change his mind," it's unclear whether her influence has actually produced results.
Trump's sway has, however, produced failures: her meeting with Planned Parenthood was unproductive, she has been unable to persuade her father to consider climate science, and she did not prevent her father's widely criticized travel ban despite her seemingly tolerant image.
According to her younger brother Eric, Trump was able to convince her father of one position: responding to the chemical attacks in Syria, which killed several children with a controversial airstrike.
Trump is at least aware of her political inexperience. According to The Times profile, Trump is determined to be "proactive" about the "type of change and reform that [she] would like to see happen." Trump is also cognizant of her critics. "In the short run I'll have missteps, and, in some cases, I'll take shots that I could have avoided if I had publicly said what I think," Trump told The Times.
One of the French Presidential Candidates Plagiarized Part of Her Speech
It looks like politics is starting to care less about plagiarizing and is instead fully embracing it. French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen is being accused of plagiarizing a part of her speech from a former opponent.
Le Pen's speech, given at a rally on May 1, includes several similarities to a speech given by former candidate Francois Fillon on April 15. Both speeches include the use of two phrases - "three maritime borders" and "Italy, our sister" - and use a quote from former French prime minister Georges Clemenceau, reports CNN. You can watch a clip of the two speeches side by side ahead.
You don't have to speak French to get this. Marine Le Pen plagiarizes word for word (mot pour mot) her former opponent. via @tobiaschneider http://pic.twitter.com/52IXTCxp4B
- Joyce Karam (@Joyce_Karam) May 1, 2017
However, supporters of Le Pen aren't outraged, and her staff jumped to her defense. Le Pen's campaign manager, David Rachline, said it was a way for her to reach Fillon supporters. "I do think this shout-out was much appreciated, even by Mr. Fillon's supporters," said Rachline to France's TV2.
It's unclear whether this will be any type of setback for Le Pen, who is currently trailing behind her opponent, Emmanuel Macron, by 20 points, according to a recent poll.
What a Month of Superitchy, Horrible Skin Taught Me
The following post originally appeared on Medium.
Imagine being addicted to something and not even knowing it. That's what happened to me. And it's not even a somewhat glamorous addiction. I'm addicted to cream. Not whipped cream - the cream that you put on your skin. A steroid cream. Probably the lamest form of drug you can be addicted to.
When I was around 5, I was diagnosed with eczema - a skin condition where you get dry, itchy red patches on your body. It appeared on my hands, arms, back and legs.
The doctor said eczema was genetic and that they didn't really know why people got it. I was told that it was incurable. I would have eczema for the rest of my life. So they prescribed steroid cream as the solution.
Oh yes, the cream worked - I'd put it on and the eczema would go away. But it would always come back. And when it did, I'd just put on more cream. But the eczema would come back. Cream. Eczema. Cream. More Eczema. More Cream. Etc. This cycle went on for 16 more lovely years until one month ago, when I decided to stop using all steroid creams.
What made me decide to do this? Well, a couple months ago I was reading The Art of Seeing by Aldous Huxley. Huxley used unconventional methods to heal his eyesight. There was a quote about eyeglasses that stuck in my head:
"Suppose that crippled eyes could be transformed into crippled legs. What a heart-rending parade we would witness on a busy street! Nearly every other person would go limping by. Many would be on crutches and some on wheel chairs." - Matthew Luckiesh
True. Lots of people wear glasses. Lots of people with eczema use steroid cream. But not a lot of people walk around on crutches and never fix their broken leg. And that's when it occurred to me: my skin was broken, and the cream was a crutch! Why should I keep using the crutch when I could just heal my skin for good?
As I typed "how to heal eczema" into Google, I realized that I'd never actually done my own research before. I'd put 100 percent of my faith into what the doctor told me, and took her word as truth. (I don't think she had any evil intent. I think she was just doing what she thought was right - without realizing the damage.) Now I am not a doctor, and I'm not saying not to trust doctors, I just wish I had done my own research earlier.
I found something called topical steroid addiction. This is what I know so far - the steroids suppress your adrenal glands and make them lazy. The adrenal gland is responsible for producing cortisol, your body's natural anti-inflammatory. But when you start using steroid creams (cortisol creams), the glands stop doing their job because the steroids are doing it for them! Your body starts relying on the cream, and when you stop using it, the adrenal gland realizes it hasn't made cortisol for years . . . so your body cries out for the cream. It's explained very well in this video.
I found hundreds of stories of people just like me, who were using steroid cream for a long time . . . but no one was ever cured by it. In fact, it only made the eczema get worse and worse. People would get prescribed stronger and stronger steroids, and when it didn't help, some people even started taking oral steroids. But as I read these stories of people quitting the cream, I felt quite hopeful. I saw pictures of people fully healed and never having to use a drop of cream again.
At the same time, the journey to get there looked absolutely terrifying. Red, peeling, burning faces. People taking time off work and school. Being bedridden for months. Going through withdrawal took most people around 6-12 months. Some, even years.
Even though it looked scary, I knew I couldn't go on using the cream. I wanted to be cured, not on crutches. So I quit the cream. I went into what's called topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). And yeah, it is freaking painful; it's a total shock to your body. For the first three weeks, my arms burned bright red. They felt hot to the touch. It got so itchy I just wanted to rip my skin off. It's so depressing waking up, feeling ugly and disgusting, and seeing dead skin everywhere. I started everyday feeling like a crusty mummy coming out of the tomb after a million years. I avoided mirrors and I didn't go farther than five minutes from my house for three weeks.
I did try and go to doctors again. I told them about topical steroid withdrawal and about the red skin syndrome that follows . . . and they wrote me another prescription for steroid cream and said see you later. One doctor even told me to try oral steroids. None of the doctors would really listen.
I kept looking to the internet for answers. Since sleep was almost impossible, I started using night time as research time.
I've been hunting down every source on TSW I could find. I joined Facebook groups with people going through the same thing. Turns out there is a lot of us. Many people have similar stories, and many have it way, way worse than me. Even little babies are going through it. YEAH. BABIES. It breaks my heart to see all these people suffering, especially because this pain is preventable with just a little bit of research and caution.
What I didn't realize for so long is that eczema is only the tip of the iceberg. It's just a symptom of a much larger underlying problem.
Eczema was my body's way of firing off a warning sign saying "Something's wrong! Help!" But I just kept covering up that sign with more and more cream, because that's what I was told to do. I was just treating the symptom without curing the cause.
As it turns out, there is a huge link between your skin health and gut health.
It didn't even cross my mind that I might have issues with my digestion. But it does explain why I fart so much. So as I started to swim deeper down the iceberg, I discovered that the problem with my skin had to do with basically everything, including soaps and detergents I used, stress levels, and how much I exercised, but especially what I was eating.
Throughout this whole thing - there has been one especially inspirational dude I found named Rob Stuart. He used to have eczema too, and actually cured himself through diet and lifestyle changes. He explains how a whole food, vegan diet is the best for the body, skin, and digestion. It's not too big a transition, since I've been mostly vegetarian for about a year.
I don't believe in going too extreme any one way or another, so I took changing my diet slowly. I cut down a lot on eating meat, but I was still eating lots of cheese, eggs, and ice cream. I love ice cream. I never thought that dairy could be bad for my skin. My boyfriend is lactose intolerant and a while ago, he suggested for me to try cutting dairy out, because he used to have skin issues too when he ate dairy. This was even before I discovered steroid withdrawal and my gut issues . . . but now it all links together.
So to fix my skin and my gut, I've cut all animal products out, and trying to stay away from processed foods and refined sugars. I'm experimenting with what foods set my skin off - so far I'm not sure about nuts, tomatoes, and grapes. There are also foods high in histamines, which make you itch. There's a lot of information out there, but to really find out, I think I'm just going to have to slowly experiment on myself.
Two years ago I was the worst cook in the world. (Once I put a whole broccoli in the microwave and covered it with soy sauce for dinner.) I used to be terrified of cooking with more than two ingredients. Now I am cooking for myself almost every day, even using more than two ingredients. For anyone who's going to change their diet, I would definitely recommend an app called cronometer. It helps you make sure you're getting enough calories, proteins, & vitamins.
Even though going through steroid withdrawal is so painful and annoying, I'm glad it's happening. It's made me wake up. It got me to do research and question things, rather than believing everything I'm told. The fact that I thought eczema was incurable and genetic made me think that steroid creams were my only option. I never knew that diet had a connection with skin health. In school and on the TV, all I heard was that milk is a good source of calcium, and that it isn't a meal without meat. That meat = protein. The only source of protein. The meat and dairy industries have worked hard to get those messages in my head from a young age. They don't want people knowing the health consequences.
I didn't care what I was putting in my body. I just ate whatever, and my skin ate whatever. I didn't read labels on soaps or shampoos, or think about what the steroid creams were actually doing inside my body. I didn't think that not getting enough exercise would have an impact on my skin either. Turns out, everything is connected. The body, the mind, the environment.
The way you think about a problem affects the way you will treat it, and your surroundings change what options you think are available. When you walk into a grocery store and 60 percent of the store is dedicated to animal products, you assume it must be OK. When you go into the body care aisle or whatever and see all these products with a million chemicals in them, you assume they should be fine. Because it doesn't look like there are other options. But there are, you just have to look a bit deeper to see them. With the help of my mom I started making my own lotions, so I know exactly what is in them and can see how my skin reacts directly after.
It's been a month now, and since paying attention to what I'm putting in my body (both food and products), my skin has already improved so much. It's not perfect, I'm still eating processed foods like pasta, noodles, and soy sauce - but like I said I'm just doing the best I can for now. Amazingly, I had a full night's sleep last night. I know I'm not fully healed yet and that this is just the beginning, but at least I finally feel more in control of what goes on in my body.
All I wish is that someone had told me sooner to do my own research, rather than putting 100 percent of my trust into someone else. To look deeper and work on treating the root cause, rather than covering up the symptoms. I hope that anyone reading this who's suffering from eczema or any other skin problems will dig deeper. I know there's a lot of contradictory information out there - but when you start asking the right questions, you will find the answers.
These Celebrity Couples Put Our Date Nights to Shame at the Met Gala
The Met Gala was clearly the place to be for celebrity couples on Monday night. Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen arrived in style (and quickly heated up the Metropolitan Museum of Art with their PDA), while Pharrell Williams and wife Helen Lasichanh took a night off from hanging with their triplets to make quite a fashion statement. Although we didn't think it was possible, everyone there might have even outdone the lovebirds who hit the red carpet last year.
What a Month of Superitchy, Horrible Skin Taught Me
The following post originally appeared on Medium.
Imagine being addicted to something and not even knowing it. That's what happened to me. And it's not even a somewhat glamorous addiction. I'm addicted to cream. Not whipped cream - the cream that you put on your skin. A steroid cream. Probably the lamest form of drug you can be addicted to.
When I was around 5, I was diagnosed with eczema - a skin condition where you get dry, itchy red patches on your body. It appeared on my hands, arms, back and legs.
The doctor said eczema was genetic and that they didn't really know why people got it. I was told that it was incurable. I would have eczema for the rest of my life. So they prescribed steroid cream as the solution.
Oh yes, the cream worked - I'd put it on and the eczema would go away. But it would always come back. And when it did, I'd just put on more cream. But the eczema would come back. Cream. Eczema. Cream. More Eczema. More Cream. Etc. This cycle went on for 16 more lovely years until one month ago, when I decided to stop using all steroid creams.
What made me decide to do this? Well, a couple months ago I was reading The Art of Seeing by Aldous Huxley. Huxley used unconventional methods to heal his eyesight. There was a quote about eyeglasses that stuck in my head:
"Suppose that crippled eyes could be transformed into crippled legs. What a heart-rending parade we would witness on a busy street! Nearly every other person would go limping by. Many would be on crutches and some on wheel chairs." - Matthew Luckiesh
True. Lots of people wear glasses. Lots of people with eczema use steroid cream. But not a lot of people walk around on crutches and never fix their broken leg. And that's when it occurred to me: my skin was broken, and the cream was a crutch! Why should I keep using the crutch when I could just heal my skin for good?
As I typed "how to heal eczema" into Google, I realized that I'd never actually done my own research before. I'd put 100 percent of my faith into what the doctor told me, and took her word as truth. (I don't think she had any evil intent. I think she was just doing what she thought was right - without realizing the damage.) Now I am not a doctor, and I'm not saying not to trust doctors, I just wish I had done my own research earlier.
I found something called topical steroid addiction. This is what I know so far - the steroids suppress your adrenal glands and make them lazy. The adrenal gland is responsible for producing cortisol, your body's natural anti-inflammatory. But when you start using steroid creams (cortisol creams), the glands stop doing their job because the steroids are doing it for them! Your body starts relying on the cream, and when you stop using it, the adrenal gland realizes it hasn't made cortisol for years . . . so your body cries out for the cream. It's explained very well in this video.
I found hundreds of stories of people just like me, who were using steroid cream for a long time . . . but no one was ever cured by it. In fact, it only made the eczema get worse and worse. People would get prescribed stronger and stronger steroids, and when it didn't help, some people even started taking oral steroids. But as I read these stories of people quitting the cream, I felt quite hopeful. I saw pictures of people fully healed and never having to use a drop of cream again.
At the same time, the journey to get there looked absolutely terrifying. Red, peeling, burning faces. People taking time off work and school. Being bedridden for months. Going through withdrawal took most people around 6-12 months. Some, even years.
Even though it looked scary, I knew I couldn't go on using the cream. I wanted to be cured, not on crutches. So I quit the cream. I went into what's called topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). And yeah, it is freaking painful; it's a total shock to your body. For the first three weeks, my arms burned bright red. They felt hot to the touch. It got so itchy I just wanted to rip my skin off. It's so depressing waking up, feeling ugly and disgusting, and seeing dead skin everywhere. I started everyday feeling like a crusty mummy coming out of the tomb after a million years. I avoided mirrors and I didn't go farther than five minutes from my house for three weeks.
I did try and go to doctors again. I told them about topical steroid withdrawal and about the red skin syndrome that follows . . . and they wrote me another prescription for steroid cream and said see you later. One doctor even told me to try oral steroids. None of the doctors would really listen.
I kept looking to the internet for answers. Since sleep was almost impossible, I started using night time as research time.
I've been hunting down every source on TSW I could find. I joined Facebook groups with people going through the same thing. Turns out there is a lot of us. Many people have similar stories, and many have it way, way worse than me. Even little babies are going through it. YEAH. BABIES. It breaks my heart to see all these people suffering, especially because this pain is preventable with just a little bit of research and caution.
What I didn't realize for so long is that eczema is only the tip of the iceberg. It's just a symptom of a much larger underlying problem.
Eczema was my body's way of firing off a warning sign saying "Something's wrong! Help!" But I just kept covering up that sign with more and more cream, because that's what I was told to do. I was just treating the symptom without curing the cause.
As it turns out, there is a huge link between your skin health and gut health.
It didn't even cross my mind that I might have issues with my digestion. But it does explain why I fart so much. So as I started to swim deeper down the iceberg, I discovered that the problem with my skin had to do with basically everything, including soaps and detergents I used, stress levels, and how much I exercised, but especially what I was eating.
Throughout this whole thing - there has been one especially inspirational dude I found named Rob Stuart. He used to have eczema too, and actually cured himself through diet and lifestyle changes. He explains how a whole food, vegan diet is the best for the body, skin, and digestion. It's not too big a transition, since I've been mostly vegetarian for about a year.
I don't believe in going too extreme any one way or another, so I took changing my diet slowly. I cut down a lot on eating meat, but I was still eating lots of cheese, eggs, and ice cream. I love ice cream. I never thought that dairy could be bad for my skin. My boyfriend is lactose intolerant and a while ago, he suggested for me to try cutting dairy out, because he used to have skin issues too when he ate dairy. This was even before I discovered steroid withdrawal and my gut issues . . . but now it all links together.
So to fix my skin and my gut, I've cut all animal products out, and trying to stay away from processed foods and refined sugars. I'm experimenting with what foods set my skin off - so far I'm not sure about nuts, tomatoes, and grapes. There are also foods high in histamines, which make you itch. There's a lot of information out there, but to really find out, I think I'm just going to have to slowly experiment on myself.
Two years ago I was the worst cook in the world. (Once I put a whole broccoli in the microwave and covered it with soy sauce for dinner.) I used to be terrified of cooking with more than two ingredients. Now I am cooking for myself almost every day, even using more than two ingredients. For anyone who's going to change their diet, I would definitely recommend an app called cronometer. It helps you make sure you're getting enough calories, proteins, & vitamins.
Even though going through steroid withdrawal is so painful and annoying, I'm glad it's happening. It's made me wake up. It got me to do research and question things, rather than believing everything I'm told. The fact that I thought eczema was incurable and genetic made me think that steroid creams were my only option. I never knew that diet had a connection with skin health. In school and on the TV, all I heard was that milk is a good source of calcium, and that it isn't a meal without meat. That meat = protein. The only source of protein. The meat and dairy industries have worked hard to get those messages in my head from a young age. They don't want people knowing the health consequences.
I didn't care what I was putting in my body. I just ate whatever, and my skin ate whatever. I didn't read labels on soaps or shampoos, or think about what the steroid creams were actually doing inside my body. I didn't think that not getting enough exercise would have an impact on my skin either. Turns out, everything is connected. The body, the mind, the environment.
The way you think about a problem affects the way you will treat it, and your surroundings change what options you think are available. When you walk into a grocery store and 60 percent of the store is dedicated to animal products, you assume it must be OK. When you go into the body care aisle or whatever and see all these products with a million chemicals in them, you assume they should be fine. Because it doesn't look like there are other options. But there are, you just have to look a bit deeper to see them. With the help of my mom I started making my own lotions, so I know exactly what is in them and can see how my skin reacts directly after.
It's been a month now, and since paying attention to what I'm putting in my body (both food and products), my skin has already improved so much. It's not perfect, I'm still eating processed foods like pasta, noodles, and soy sauce - but like I said I'm just doing the best I can for now. Amazingly, I had a full night's sleep last night. I know I'm not fully healed yet and that this is just the beginning, but at least I finally feel more in control of what goes on in my body.
All I wish is that someone had told me sooner to do my own research, rather than putting 100 percent of my trust into someone else. To look deeper and work on treating the root cause, rather than covering up the symptoms. I hope that anyone reading this who's suffering from eczema or any other skin problems will dig deeper. I know there's a lot of contradictory information out there - but when you start asking the right questions, you will find the answers.
Are You and Your Boyfriend Best Friends? Here's How You Really Know
If you're lucky, your boyfriend is also your best friend in the whole world. Having a significant other who knows you better than anyone else is a great feeling - he understands exactly what makes you laugh, cry, and exponentially happy. Are you and your BF actually BFFs? Here's 17 ways to know for sure.
These Celebrity Couples Put Our Date Nights to Shame at the Met Gala
The Met Gala was clearly the place to be for celebrity couples on Monday night. Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen arrived in style (and quickly heated up the Metropolitan Museum of Art with their PDA), while Pharrell Williams and wife Helen Lasichanh took a night off from hanging with their triplets to make quite a fashion statement. Although we didn't think it was possible, everyone there might have even outdone the lovebirds who hit the red carpet last year.
One of the French Presidential Candidates Plagiarized Part of Her Speech
It looks like politics is starting to care less about plagiarizing and is instead fully embracing it. French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen is being accused of plagiarizing a part of her speech from a former opponent.
Le Pen's speech, given at a rally on May 1, includes several similarities to a speech given by former candidate Francois Fillon on April 15. Both speeches include the use of two phrases - "three maritime borders" and "Italy, our sister" - and use a quote from former French prime minister Georges Clemenceau, reports CNN. You can watch a clip of the two speeches side by side ahead.
You don't have to speak French to get this. Marine Le Pen plagiarizes word for word (mot pour mot) her former opponent. via @tobiaschneider http://pic.twitter.com/52IXTCxp4B
- Joyce Karam (@Joyce_Karam) May 1, 2017
However, supporters of Le Pen aren't outraged, and her staff jumped to her defense. Le Pen's campaign manager, David Rachline, said it was a way for her to reach Fillon supporters. "I do think this shout-out was much appreciated, even by Mr. Fillon's supporters," said Rachline to France's TV2.
It's unclear whether this will be any type of setback for Le Pen, who is currently trailing behind her opponent, Emmanuel Macron, by 20 points, according to a recent poll.
Sarah Jessica Parker Was MIA at the Met Gala, So These Stars Totally Borrowed Her Outfits
The biggest question on Met Gala night wasn't "Who are you wearing?" It was, "Where the hell is Sarah Jessica Parker?" SJP is arguably one of the most important fashion icons to attend the annual event, but last night she was MIA. It was the first time she's skipped the Met Gala in seven years (!), presumably to work on her current HBO series Divorce. Had SJP attended, we know she would have worn an incredible look worthy of talking about.
But before we get too caught up in our sadness, we spotted something. Several Met Gala stars actually channeled the style icon's past red carpet looks. The outfits were not outright copycats, but you can totally see the similarities. Scroll on to see which stars borrowed their looks from SJP's closet, because even if she wasn't there, her fashion spirit was.
Katy Perry Let Her Avant-Garde Down For This Year's Met Gala
Katy Perry gave Met Gala-goers (and us at home) a reason to stop and stare at her red-hot look for the evening. She took the Comme des Garcons signature red shade and avant-garde style quite literally, outfitting herself in what appears to be a giant work of art.
Let's break down her beauty look: she topped her short new blond haircut with a red veil that was anything but bridal. It spelled out "eyewitness" across it in quirky letters. The eye symbol is likely a nod to the ones in the classic Comme des Garcons heart motif.
Under the headpiece, she sported a glittery red lip and smoky, shimmery blue eye shadow. Basically, Katy went for it!
Legendary makeup artist and brand-owner Pat McGrath did Katy's makeup using her new Labs Dark Star 006 Version UltraViolet Blue.
Oh, and don't forget about her nail art, also featuring iconic Commes des Garcons motifs.
Sneak Peak de Katy para la #MetGala 😏 http://pic.twitter.com/9XYpcx96md
- KATY PERRY SPAIN (@KatyPerrySpain) May 1, 2017
11 Stars Who Attended the Met Gala For the Very First Time This Year
The Met Gala is known for bringing the glitz and glamour, and this year was no different. On Monday night, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC was swarming with gorgeous couples, delicious eye candy, and some of Hollywood's rising stars. Even though veterans like Sarah Jessica Parker decided to sit this year out, there were plenty of fresh faces in the crowd. Can you believe this was Celine Dion's first Met Gala ever? Neither can we. See what other celebs scored their surprising first invite to the elite party this year.
Sarah Jessica Parker Was MIA at the Met Gala, So These Stars Totally Borrowed Her Outfits
The biggest question on Met Gala night wasn't "Who are you wearing?" It was, "Where the hell is Sarah Jessica Parker?" SJP is arguably one of the most important fashion icons to attend the annual event, but last night she was MIA. It was the first time she's skipped the Met Gala in seven years (!), presumably to work on her current HBO series Divorce. Had SJP attended, we know she would have worn an incredible look worthy of talking about.
But before we get too caught up in our sadness, we spotted something. Several Met Gala stars actually channeled the style icon's past red carpet looks. The outfits were not outright copycats, but you can totally see the similarities. Scroll on to see which stars borrowed their looks from SJP's closet, because even if she wasn't there, her fashion spirit was.
Emily Ratajkowski's Edgy Eyeliner Is Ridiculously Wearable
Add teal winged eyeliner to your list of wearable makeup looks - seriously. To complement her mermaid-like Marc Jacobs gown at the 2017 Met Gala, Emily Ratajkowski chose a brushed, teal, winged eyeliner flourish as the focal point of her face. The look was created by Hung Vanngo for Marc Jacobs Beauty. (Christian Wood was responsible for her sleek waves.)
Since she's Emrata, you might not be confident copying all of her looks, but this eye design is surprisingly easy to pull off. Scroll for more angles.
Now That 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Is (Probably) Happening, Here's What It Could Be About
13 Reasons Why is incredibly close to securing a second season, and the writers are reportedly already at work on a new set of episodes. While I'm rooting for another season, a lot of fans were hoping the show would end with the 13-episode miniseries. If you're on the fence but still curious about what could happen if the show continues, I have some ideas. There's always the chance the writers will pick up from the very last episode of season one and show the fallout of Tony giving Hannah's parents the tapes, but they could go another route. Here are six options!
1. Another School, Another Story
Season one tells a complete story. We meet Hannah, we see her struggle and eventual suicide, and we witness the impact of her death among her peers and family. Yes, we could go on with these characters, but what if 13 Reasons Why adopted a format similar to Skins and cast a totally new set of people on the next season? Maybe it takes place at a neighboring school, or across the country. If our theory about Ross Butler leaving Riverdale to continue on with 13 Reasons Why is accurate, though, the writers probably aren't going this route.
2. College Life
While most of the actors are in their 20s, Clay and the rest of the students are juniors in high school when the season ends. Since it will take a while to write and film new episodes, it makes sense that the next chapter would hop forward in time. Maybe a new set of episodes will follow Clay into college. It would be hard to include everyone from the high school in this season, but a few select characters (like Tony, Skye, and Alex) could end up at the same college.
3. The Alternate Reality
This is a long shot, but what if season two expands on the momentary look into a different dimension in which Clay doesn't leave Hannah alone at the party? Instead of just getting a flash of them holding hands in the hall and hanging out with her mom, we'd see their entire relationship play out. We wouldn't live through the tragedy of Hannah's suicide, but if the writers feel like injecting something else into the story, they could focus on Skye's attempt to reach out to Clay. Consider this: if he gets together with Hannah, he never notices that Skye isn't OK, and Skye continues to feel unloved and unheard. This would prove that no matter how hard you try, someone else out there always needs a hand.
4. Alex's Point of View
Throughout the series, we see Alex Standall acting out more and more. While Jessica tries to drink her pain away, Alex is picking fights and appearing less and less like he cares about how the situation with the tapes is resolved. He's clearly overcome with guilt, but you may have missed all the signals that he had been heading toward a suicide attempt - unless you believe the theory about Tyler. The next season may cover the same events of season one, but from Alex's point of view. Perhaps there's more to Alex's story than what we've seen?
5. Tyler's Scream For Attention
Tyler is perhaps the most overlooked character in 13 Reasons Why - until the end. He's trying to be in the loop, begging for everyone to tell him just what the hell is going on. They won't, and in the season finale, we see that he's been building up an arsenal of weapons. The implication is that he's planning a school shooting, and most everyone on Hannah's list is a target. But how did Tyler get to that point, and will he carry out his attack? If the writers choose to focus on Tyler, we could see exactly what's been going through his mind.
6. Justin's Downward Spiral
Clay finds a sort of peace at the end of season one, content that he's done all he can do to make things right by Hannah . . . but Justin is another story. He's been torturing himself over the decision he made to allow Bryce to rape Jessica. Now that Jessica is taking steps to come confront her rape, she (rightly) refuses to speak to Justin. He's destroyed, and he's in a hopeless state at the end of season one. Season two could focus on how much worse (or better) it gets for him.
You Don't Have to Look For a Job Within Your College Major - Here's Why
Earning a college degree is the first step to pursuing the career of your dreams. But does the title on your diploma limit your job pool? The answer is NO! Don't feel tied down to the topic you studied because industries are always evolving and a diverse background can work in your favor.
After graduating from college, I noticed that a ton of younger women who were still in school began reaching out for career advice. The one question I was asked over and over again was if they were only qualified for positions that related to their major. In a way, I could identify with that fear because I, too, had once wondered if my fate was sealed on a piece of paper . . . and then I realized how silly that sounds.
An important skill to learn is how to communicate to recruiters and interviewers that you are, in fact, a fit for the role they're filling. I studied advertising - very traditional, Mad Men-style. I found myself becoming more and more passionate about writing and ended up gravitating toward job listings in journalism. So, in each interview I talked about how outside-the-box creative thinking was a main focus in all of my advertising courses. Turns out, being a creative thinker is also a huge part of being an editor. Go figure!
There's a ton of pressure put on students to commit to one field of study, but that doesn't mean you're married to it for life. There's always a way to take the knowledge gained in school and apply it to a wide range of business areas. If you're looking to go down a different path, read through job descriptions and try to relate each one back to your skill set. Success isn't solely dictated by your degree - it's up to you.
11 Stars Who Attended the Met Gala For the Very First Time This Year
The Met Gala is known for bringing the glitz and glamour, and this year was no different. On Monday night, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC was swarming with gorgeous couples, delicious eye candy, and some of Hollywood's rising stars. Even though veterans like Sarah Jessica Parker decided to sit this year out, there were plenty of fresh faces in the crowd. Can you believe this was Celine Dion's first Met Gala ever? Neither can we. See what other celebs scored their surprising first invite to the elite party this year.
Fuel Your Sneaker Addiction by Amazon Priming These Bad Boys
Addicted to sneakers? Also possibly addicted to online shopping? Worlds collide. This mini shopping guide will show you some of the MANY shoes on offer on Amazon Prime, many of which start at prices like $19 and $29 - it's time to get strategic. If you're a Prime veteran, you know that there's a pretty wide range of prices for one item, depending on the color and size you choose, so get thrifty or treat yo'self. Either way, you'll have new kicks at your doorstep within a day or two, thanks to your glorious and most cherished online shopping membership.
The 5 Healthiest Orders at Jimmy John's
Jimmy John's is a fan favorite for sandwich-lovers across the country. It's lightning fast and affordable and touts "from-scratch food made with excellent ingredients." In a world where fast food is questionable at best with hidden cryptic ingredients galore, it's nice to see Jimmy John's come out with "all natural" and "no artificial ingredients" sandwich fixings. According to their site, they say, "Our food is simple; it's clean, and it's fresh! We use locally purchased produce, which is brought in fresh and hand sliced daily."
So is Jimmy John's your healthiest fast food option? We've picked out five sandwiches that are your best bet when you're eating lighter and leaner. Key elements: focus on upping your protein and loading on extra veggies while cutting back on sodium and unnecessary processed carbs (e.g., white bread). You'll notice in the ordering section online under bread selection that "take bread out" is an option to scoop bread out of the top shell to cut back on carbs. And always remember: if you're in a pinch, a sandwich with some bread isn't going to destroy your diet.
The Ultimate List of the Best Bodyweight Leg Exercises
If you don't belong to a gym or can't make it to a class, your legs can still get insanely lean. Just incorporate these bodyweight exercises into your routine and you'll be shocked by how ripped your legs look.
The Best Met Gala View Wasn't on the Red Carpet - It Was on Instagram
While the annual star-studded Met Gala offers attendees a platform to flaunt some pretty memorable looks, the same can be said about Instagram. Celebrities and stylists often take to Instagram to share stunning shots long before and after the event. What's more, this year was all about Comme des Garcons and its avant-garde visionary, Rei Kawakubo. So, what does that mean exactly? We expected the unexpected, and we weren't disappointed. Look ahead for behind-the-scenes shots from the 2017 Met Gala.
You Can Snag 5 of Kat Von D's New Lip Liners For a Steal - but There's a Catch
Kat Von D is back with its fifth installment of the Everlasting Flash series, in which fans can shop major deals from the brand for a superlimited time. Available on Wednesday, May 3, at 12 p.m. ET, the cosmetics company is offering a bundle of its new (and seriously awesome) lip liners in five nude shades varying from pale beige to dark chocolate.
This is not a set of fun-sized lip treats - nope, you're getting five full-sized pencils! The shades include OG Lolita, Bow N Arrow, Hawkwind, Por Vida, and Crucifix. Ordinarily, each one is $18, so you'll be getting a solid price break when you pay $72 for this set. While they were designed to be paired with Kat's lipstick range, this formula is so comfortable and durable that you'll likely find yourself wearing the colors solo.
Remember, the Everlasting Flash deals only last for 48 hours, but tend to sell out in a mere three, so if you want the Kat Von D Everlasting Lip Liner Nude Set ($72), move quickly! Learn more about the Everlasting Lip Liner collection here.
Blake Lively Wore One Perfect Ponytail to the Met Gala
Vogue darling Blake Lively attended the 2017 Met Gala with her hot husband, Ryan Reynolds, and a ponytail that made us say, "ooh!"
The long, voluminous ponytail showed off Blake's beachy texture with a little added texture: crimping.
We got the exclusive details from celebrity stylist Rod Ortega using T3 tools.
"My inspiration was the New Romantic, '80s-style pony," Ortega said. "I'm excited about this because I grew up in the '80s, and it's personal to me. I felt really close to the theme." He also explained the updo complemented the dress instead of competing with it.
Ortega described the look as a "double pony with lift and herringbone texture - an edge to a classic pony."
Here's what you need to know to DIY at home: "For the crimped texture in the pony, use a smaller plated flat iron - I like the T3 SinglePass Compact - to bend the hair back and forth," Ortega explained. "Another tip is the use flat elastic bands instead of your typical round ones as they are easy to stack and help create lift in the pony."
Back to Blake's texture. We had to know how he worked with it and showed it off so well!
"I always blow out the hair with the T3 Featherweight Luxe hair dryer to keep Blake's natural texture, as the soft air of the dryer helps the texture come through. Less is best to bring out texture! I only work with light oils and very little hair products. L'Oreal Spray Shine L'Oreal Paris EverStyle Smooth & Shine Serum is great for this, too."
When it came to makeup, she also kept it light, sticking to gorgeous gold shades.
Makeup artist Kristofer Buckle for L'Oréal Paris commented on the look in a press release, "We decided to keep Blake's makeup soft with a touch of gold. We didn't want to go too heavy with the makeup since her Versace gown made such a statement…something heavy would be too theatrical. Instead, we went for bronze-tone makeup – both on the eyes and on the face."
Keep reading to see all angles of Blake's stunning Met Gala beauty style!
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