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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15 Telenovela Costars Who Found Love Off Screen
Growing up with Univision and Telemundo constantly playing in the background means that I fell in love with telenovela romances more than I fell in love with any Disney princess fairy tale. Looking back, relationship goals for me were all about that Mia and Miguel love - minus the Gossip Girl-esque drama that surrounded that Rebelde romance.
And because novela love is just sooo deep, we swoon every time a TV duo crosses over to become a couple IRL, immediately picturing their wedding and happy future, just like we do with their characters. For some, it works - just look at Sebastián Caicedo and Carmen Villalobos - but for others, the passion off screen just doesn't live up to the novela standards. Either way, we loved them then, and we love them now.
15 Telenovela Costars Who Found Love Off Screen
Growing up with Univision and Telemundo constantly playing in the background means that I fell in love with telenovela romances more than I fell in love with any Disney princess fairy tale. Looking back, relationship goals for me were all about that Mia and Miguel love - minus the Gossip Girl-esque drama that surrounded that Rebelde romance.
And because novela love is just sooo deep, we swoon every time a TV duo crosses over to become a couple IRL, immediately picturing their wedding and happy future, just like we do with their characters. For some, it works - just look at Sebastián Caicedo and Carmen Villalobos - but for others, the passion off screen just doesn't live up to the novela standards. Either way, we loved them then, and we love them now.
50 Signs You're a Young Millennial
If you were born in the '90s, you fall within the category of "young" millennials, aka the later half of Generation Y. Social media has been an influential part of most of your life, Disney Channel rocked your world, and Starbucks stops during carpools weren't unusual. We may not have the best rap, but we fully embrace what we are (whether that's "entitled" or not) and wouldn't trade Instagram for anything. If you feel like you identify more strongly with "old" millennials, check this post out to find out. But if you still remember the moves to High School Musical, please proceed to these 50 signs.
Wedding Music: 50 Processional Songs For Your Walk Down the Aisle
If you're planning a wedding soon, one of the most daunting (but fun) details to figure out is the music. We've got a wedding music guide so you know what you have to select tunes for, but as for those tunes, we can help. We have ideas for your first dance song and the father/daughter dance, but what about the ceremony? Your walk down the aisle kicks off the celebration, but why settle for "Here Comes the Bride?" We have a collection of processional song suggestions that span genres, from traditional and instrumental to indie and eclectic.
Maybe It's Him and Not Your Biological Clock
When Jane Smith* couldn't get pregnant, she assumed it had something to do with her body. She was wrong.
Jane and her husband, Joe, spent most of their 20s thinking about how not to get pregnant. By their early 30s, they were ready to start a family. Soon, they learned it wouldn't happen on demand. Months and eventually years went by until they were able to conceive with assistance from IVF. Jane says she now has "enormous empathy" for others who deal with fertility struggles and that the experience taught her a lot about how we view women's bodies. For so long, Jane points out, women are made to believe we can get pregnant at the drop of a hat. "The minute you'd like it to happen, you assume it will be easy." And if it isn't, you figure it's probably your fault. But through their fertility journey, Jane and Joe discovered that their troubles were caused by an issue with Joe.
Male infertility leads to trouble conceiving just as often as female infertility.
About 10 percent of American couples of childbearing age experience infertility, according to the American Pregnancy Association. But as famous and everyday women alike open up about their struggles, women still shoulder much of the "blame." In reality, male infertility leads to trouble conceiving just as often as female infertility, as was the case with Jane and Joe. And issues with a man's reproductive health don't just impact the ability to get pregnant. They can also cause miscarriages. As we become more open about infertility, it's important we don't assume it's all about the would-be mother. Such assumptions put emotionally draining pressure on women, and they're also counterproductive. Research and clinical observations show that environmental and lifestyle factors affecting men could be decreasing sperm quality as we speak.
Why We Often Assume It's the Woman's "Fault"
Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected sex or the inability to carry a pregnancy to live birth. "Honestly, most often couples assume that a conception or miscarriage problem is caused by the woman," explained Dr. Paul Turek, a leading specialist in men's reproductive health. "It's been this way since time immemorial, largely because women are more proactive and responsible about their health care." Turek finds that it often takes pain or a life-threatening event to get men to see a doctor.
"Most often couples assume that a conception or miscarriage problem is caused by the woman."
It's true that even when they're not planning to conceive, women are more regularly in touch with their reproductive health than men. Once a month, we know if our periods are regular and often bear responsibility for avoiding pregnancy when sexually active and not trying to conceive. Unlike men, most of us also see an ob-gyn at least once a year. That means we get face time with a doctor who specializes in reproductive health.
If a woman has tried to have a baby for a while without success, she already has a built-in relationship with a doctor. And when she brings up fertility challenges with that doctor, there's a good chance the physician will focus on potential female factors causing infertility, since they specialize in women's health. There may be a passing mention that the male partner should be checked out too, but that's not the doctor's area of expertise. So it's up to the man to find his own specialist to talk to. Dr. Heather Rupe, an ob-gyn and WebMD contributor, said she observes a discrepancy between the sexes. "I think women are more proactive to seek treatment and answers, whereas men typically have the 'let's just keep trying' approach." This difference could leave couples ignorant of how the man's health may be impacting their chances to start a family.
For Jane and Joe, it was a male factor that lead to their challenges conceiving, but Jane admitted that at first, she assumed it might be a problem with her. "I was aware of so many more instances of the issue being with the woman. After trying for a while and doing all the research that process inspired, I knew that there were quite a few things that had to work correctly for me to conceive even if everything was fine with my husband. I could have issues ovulating regularly, issues with quality of eggs, blocked tubes, uterine fibroids, problems with implantation. I just didn't know much about male infertility or how common it was."
Constant attention on the "biological clock" also sends the message to women that our bodies and life choices put us at risk for infertility. Yet the impact of a woman's age has been exaggerated as the main hurdle to conception. A 2013 piece in The Atlantic examined research and found that the mainstream media has largely misinterpreted studies about maternal age and reproduction. One stat - that 30 percent of women age 35 to 39 won't get pregnant within a year of trying - is based on data collected in France between 1670 and 1830. More reliable studies have found something different: that fertility of women in their late 20s and early 30s is practically the same and that there is not a major drop in fertility until age 40.
The impact of a woman's age has been exaggerated as the main hurdle to conception.
And then there are messages we hear from health officials. The Centers for Disease Control's (CDC) "faststats" on infertility track the number of women who have used fertility treatment in their lifetimes, with no mention of men. And the agency's public awareness campaigns about reproductive issues are often targeted toward women. In an especially paternalistic recommendation, the CDC recently told women to stop drinking alcohol if they were trying to get pregnant or simply not using birth control. The idea was that half of pregnancies are unplanned, so drinking without using contraception could put an unborn baby at risk. (The tone-deaf recommendation also ignored gay women.) Women are constantly told that it's our actions that can get in the way of a healthy pregnancy, when in fact men play a role, too.
Jane's experience made her more aware of the expectations society and women themselves put on the female body. "Women probably feel the pressure more because they feel the clock ticking. I think we are also very in tune with our bodies when we are trying to conceive and looking for every possible symptom or problem, which sort of exacerbates that pressure. We watch what we eat, how much we exercise, our mental health. We can easily fall into an obsession over our bodies not being able to do the thing 'we were designed to do.' I can't speak for men, but they just seem to be a bit less neurotic about the whole process. They've got one job, and once it's done, there's not much they can do to change things so stressing about it all doesn't do any good."
Society's view of reproduction as a woman's job, and hence infertility as a woman's failing, reveals an undercurrent of sexism. Just like the burden of child care is still placed squarely on many women, conception has historically been considered a woman's responsibility. England's King Henry VIII and his wives infamously dealt with fertility woes. Historical studies suggest it was an anomaly with his blood group that caused his reproductive challenges, yet his wives took the blame and even paid the price with their lives. While we've certainly seen progress since then, today male infertility is still considered a threat to a man's masculinity. We see this manifested in the rate of elective sterilization procedures. A couple in America who is finished having children is much more likely to pursue a tubal ligation (tube tying) for the woman than a vasectomy for the man. Since a vasectomy is a much less invasive procedure, this suggests men feel pressure to maintain their fertility even when they're done having children. This same underlying pressure could discourage men who are trying to conceive from exploring potential problems.
Jane's husband, Joe, compared confronting his fertility challenges with the feeling some may have about seeing a psychologist - it's difficult to take the first step. "There is a stigma for men, like we are lesser men if we can't 'sow our wild oats' and reproduce." The process taught Joe to see the experience as a physiological challenge instead of a personal failing. "I learned that there are medical issues that thankfully we could get around." Joe's experience working with fertility specialists made him see great value in overcoming that initial stigma. "The medical professionals made us feel that there were a whole bunch of possible pathways. If we were committed and open-minded about how we would move through the journey, we were going to have kids one day."
Infertility: It's a Two-Way Street
As Jane and Joe learned, various factors lead to infertility, many of which can impact both men and women at any age. When you break down cases of infertility, one-third are attributed to the male partner and one-third to the female partner. The rest are due to unknown factors. Here's what these factors and causes look like.
- Female Factors: The most common female-driven reasons for infertility include blocked or damaged fallopian tubes, endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, uterine or cervical abnormalities, and a decrease in egg quantity or quality. The underlying causes of these issues can include age, hormonal issues, past sexually transmitted infections, and lifestyle factors like smoking, drinking, and weight.
- Male Factors: Male-driven reasons for infertility can include low sperm count or quality, a lack of sperm production, testicular abnormalities, and trouble reaching climax. Underlying causes include past illnesses, infections, physical trauma, age, genetic disorders, hormonal problems, varicoceles, and lifestyle habits like smoking and exposure to heat or toxins.
- Underdetermined Factors: If all tests for known female or male factors come back clear but a couple still cannot conceive, the cause is unknown.
Why We Need More Awareness About Men's Fertility
While we hear a lot about a woman's biological clock, it's a shame there isn't more awareness about male-factor issues because many of them can be easily solved. Turek said the more we learn about genetics and the hard science of male infertility, the more environment and lifestyle issues appear to matter. Risk factors that can be reduced include obesity, poor diet, recreational drug use, and exposure to heat, industrial solvents, or medications.
"Environmental reproductive toxins like BCPs, Bisphenol A, phthalates [chemicals that often show up in personal care products or plastics], and air pollution are also a serious consideration," Turek noted. These tend to impact the future fertility of male babies if their pregnant mothers are exposed to them more than adult men but still could have an impact on male fertility overall. A March 2017 New York Times op-ed by Nicholas Kristof laid out how these endocrine-disrupting chemicals may be impacting male fertility on a broader basis. Kristof cited stats that show sperm counts have dropped in the last 75 years and wrote, "human and animal studies suggest that a crucial culprit is a common class of chemical called endocrine disruptors, found in plastics, cosmetics, couches, pesticides and countless other products." Kristof recommended that both men and pregnant women avoid plastics (even those plastic-y receipts you get at ATMs and gas stations) and pesticides. He also called for more regulations of endocrine-disrupting chemicals in our personal care and other products. Turek, who works with male patients every day, isn't convinced these chemicals are causing a widespread sperm quality crisis yet, but he does think the potential long-term consequences are cause for concern.
In addition to harmful chemicals, seemingly harmless ways of relaxing could be holding men back from becoming fathers. A three-year study led by Turek when he was at the University of California, San Francisco, found that hot tubs, jacuzzis, and hot baths could put men at risk for infertility by decreasing total motile sperm count. The good news was that the effects were often reversible within three to six months of avoiding the hot water.
The trend toward legalized marijuana is another reason for more awareness about male fertility factors for couples trying to conceive, since cannabis use can also get in the way. Turek conceded that marijuana likely has some medical benefits but said evidence suggests sperm can be negatively impacted by THC. We already knew that smoking of any kind was bad, but the issues with THC suggest it's not just smoking that could hurt male fertility, but also consuming edible marijuana.
Many people wrongly assume that a man's job in reproduction ends once the sperm fertilizes the egg.
Low-tech solutions like avoiding marijuana and hot tubs could not only improve a couple's chance of conceiving, but also lower the risk of miscarriage. Many people wrongly assume that a man's job in reproduction ends once the sperm fertilizes the egg. But in the days following conception, the egg determines whether or not the sperm is good enough. After the two meet, the egg will "inspect" the sperm's genetic material and either fix imperfections or reject the sperm, leading to an early miscarriage. This sort of "quality control" of the embryo happens multiple times during early development and can depend greatly on the quality of the sperm. Sometimes the issues with the sperm are chromosomal, but other times it's poor DNA integrity. The latter can be caused by lifestyle factors - like smoking and hot tubs - which also means changing those habits could prevent future miscarriages. Men have the benefit of creating their sperm as they go, which means they can also improve it.
It Makes Sense to Start With the Man
Common sense would suggest that infertility testing should start with the man. Recall that one-third of infertility cases can be traced back to male factors, no fewer than female-factor-related cases. Now consider that a semen analysis costs anywhere from $50 to $300, while diagnostic tests for a woman can costs thousands of dollars and are much more invasive. If a man's semen analysis suggests low a sperm count or quality, he first can turn to basically free lifestyle changes in an attempt to improve it. And if the couple still doesn't conceive, they can explore other options, including further testing for the man or testing for the women. If simple lifestyle changes do work and the couple conceives, they may have avoided costly procedures like intrauterine (IUI) and in vitro fertilization (IVF), both of which can be used to address male-factor infertility. Considering the low cost of a preliminary semen analysis, there's little reason not to start there.
On the other hand, preliminary fertility testing for a woman includes a blood test to look at hormones, an intravaginal ultrasound to examine ovarian reserves, and an uncomfortable hysterosalpingography (HSG) dye test that involves injecting dye into the uterine cavity to make sure the fallopian tubes are open. The latter alone typically costs $1,000 and is rarely covered by insurance.
Overall, Turek has hope that the mainstream conversation around reproduction issues will expand to include men. Recently, the National Institute of Health (NIH) announced plans to research how a man's fertility could be a marker for overall health. The government-funded studies would look into how infertility is tied to later occurrences of cancers or lower life expectancies in men. The results could lead to more men getting tested for potential fertility issues as part of their overall health care. "With the recent realization that a man's fertility may be a good biomarker of his overall and future health. I am pretty sure that this will change." It can't happen soon enough, he said, and we agree. Meanwhile, by opening up about their journeys, couples like Jane and Joe help others feel less alone and more informed.
*Names have been changed to protect anonymity.
13 Restaurants Around the World That Define Dinner With a View
If you've never chosen a travel destination based on a restaurant, you're about to now. Foodies and jet-setters alike will appreciate this extensive list of must-eat-at establishments that offer both incredible cuisine and unforgettable sights. And we're not just talking about any dinner with a view - guests get a front-row seat to some of the most amazing sites around the world, from the Eiffel Tower to the Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii. You'll want to make a reservation just for the setting alone. Check out these 13 restaurants that take the dining experience to the next level.
Mom Shares the Sheer Heartbreak of Having Stillborn Identical Twins at 37 Weeks
When Jacqueline Hoy and her husband found out that they were expecting third and fourth children, these Australian parents were shocked. Neither had twins in the family, and after the initial surprise wore off, they began happily making plans for their expanding family.
According to Jacqi, who is also mom to 8-year-old Lachlan and 2-year-old Edward, her third pregnancy was uncomplicated. The couple decided early on to name their identical twins Henry and William, and the boys were healthy at every doctor's visit. However, when Jacqui woke up one morning near the end of her pregnancy, she knew something was different.
At this point, Jacqui was 37 weeks pregnant, and the doctors planned to induce her in a few days. "I saw the boys two days earlier during a scan and they were kicking and had normal heartbeats," Jacqui told POPSUGAR. "There was absolutely no indication that it would end the way it did."
Jacqui explained that her pregnancy was considered "high risk" because she was carrying multiples but never dwelled on that label any further. Until she woke up on that Monday morning, dropped her oldest off at school, and noticed that her twins were unusually quiet. "I drank a glass of ice and lay down on the lounge as this normally gets them moving," Jacqui wrote in a post for Whimn. "But after an hour I wasn't sure that I was feeling them at all. I then had a sudden urge to throw-up, so I called the hospital to come in."
When the midwife had a hard time finding the heartbeats, she wasn't too alarmed because she knew it could be difficult with twins, but when her obstetrician came in, he delivered the devastating news: Henry had died. "The overwhelming pain that took over my body was uncontrollable," she wrote. "I felt like I was trapped in a nightmare and I needed to wake up. But I couldn't escape."
The doctor found William's heartbeat and immediately performed an emergency C-section. "I remember lying on the table surrounded by what felt like 30 people working on me, telling me that I was okay and to keep breathing," she wrote. "But the whole time I wanted to yell and scream, 'Please just put me out. Make this pain stop.'"
When she started to wake up after the surgery, the first thing she registered was hearing her husband crying. She immediately understood what that meant and didn't want to open her eyes. She knew that as soon as she did, she'd be hit with the news that William didn't make it either. "The week that followed, all I had was questions, too much pain and the most unbelievable broken heart. I remember that somebody once said to me, 'You won't know love until you have a child.' I don't disagree with that statement," she wrote. "But I can assure you, you won't know heartbreak until you lose a child."
Since the devastating end to her pregnancy, Jacqui said that each day is difficult and surviving "the firsts" has been the hardest part. She explained that in the weeks that followed, her body didn't know that her babies had died. "It had to run its natural pre-birth course: of the milk coming in and recovery from a major surgery. Only I wasn't holding my two precious rewards at the same time," she wrote.
Doctors officially diagnosed Henry's death as an "unexplained stillbirth" and explained that William died due to their shared placenta. It's been three months since this unimaginable turn of events, and Jaqui's family of four is still trying to recover. "The constant reminders of the hopes we had for our family are often really difficult as well and seeing little bubbas when out and about pulls at the heart strings like you wouldn't believe," she said. "Some days my husband is my rock and other days I am his rock but we have found that we need to be really open and honest with each other about how we are feeling otherwise the partnership doesn't work."
In addition to publicly sharing their story, the parents have also become ambassadors for Stillbirth Foundation Australia in order to help prevent other families from enduring similar pain. "Six babies every day are stillborn in Australia, that's one every four hours," Jaqui said. "We are hoping that by coming forward, other families will feel confident in doing the same and this can help to create the awareness needed."
She also hopes that unity among families who have suffered this loss and being vocal about their tragedies will help to put pressure on governments for research funding. "Not having a reason why our babies aren't here with us breaks my heart every day," she said. "If more research is done, maybe we could then be given reasons why and they will be able to find out strategies to prevent it from happening to others."
Wedding Music: 50 Processional Songs For Your Walk Down the Aisle
If you're planning a wedding soon, one of the most daunting (but fun) details to figure out is the music. We've got a wedding music guide so you know what you have to select tunes for, but as for those tunes, we can help. We have ideas for your first dance song and the father/daughter dance, but what about the ceremony? Your walk down the aisle kicks off the celebration, but why settle for "Here Comes the Bride?" We have a collection of processional song suggestions that span genres, from traditional and instrumental to indie and eclectic.
1 Woman Is Going Viral For Her Life-Saving Curly Hair Tips
Four year transformation, all from learning how to take care of my curls from curlyhair
Learning to properly care for and embrace your curly hair can be a bit of a struggle filled with endless trial and error. One woman finally has it down to a science, but it took her four years to get there. Reddit user capslockramen is going viral on Reddit for sharing the details of her dramatic hair transformation, along with her daily routine for keeping her luscious curls in check.
She posted before-and-after photos that show just how drastic her hair journey has been. The "before" snapshot was taken during her senior year of high school when she "hated" her curls so much that she "got a relaxed curl perm, bleached it blond, and straightened [her] hair five to six days a week, without using quality heat protectant." But that all changed when she went off to college, where she decided to let her blond perm grow out and started experimenting with different products until she found exactly what works best.
Four years later, she's mastered the art of taming her curls and finally loves her springy ringlets just as they are. "I've never felt more in love with my hair," she wrote in the Reddit post. She also shared her step-by-step styling routine, which is detailed below.
- After shower, squeeze excess water from hair.
- Flip head upside down.
- Apply generous amount of Cantu leave-in conditioner. Run fingers through hair to ensure even distribution.
- Scrunch in generous amount of Miss Jessie's MultiCultural Curls cream.
- Scrunch out excess water using a cotton t-shirt.
- Wrap hair in said t-shirt.
- Stand upright again and let hair sit in the shirt about 10 minutes.
- Flip head upside down again and remove t-shirt.
- Dry with hair drying facing toward the scalp. Use a diffuser! Put the heat settings on warm (not hot) with the speed on high.
- Scrunch hair with t-shirt while drying. This part usually takes me like 20 minutes (definitely have to take breaks so all the blood doesn't rush to my head and make me pass out).
- When it's close enough to completely dry, spray with medium-hold hairspray. Stand back up normally and fix where I want the part, hairspray that a little.
- Done!
Once her detailed routine went viral, amassing nearly 800 comments, the woman responded to other users' questions with various other tips and tricks for managing curls every day.
- Make sure your hairstylist cuts your locks while they're dry, and avoid using a razor to thin it.
- She opts for using a shampoo without sulfates three to four times per week.
- Worried about messing up your hair overnight? Try sleeping with a silk cap on or put it in a loose bun using an elastic ribbon as a hair tie.
- Brush out your locks before you shower, not after.
When celebrity hairstylist Oscar Blandi caught wind of this woman's viral hair hacks, he gave additional helpful recommendations for gals with curly manes. Instead of using a t-shirt to dry your hair like the Reddit user suggested, Blandi told Yahoo Beauty how a Turkish towel, which is highly absorbent, may be a better option. "Press the towel on your hair, don't rub it all over your hair," he said. "Rubbing your wet, curly hair will create frizz." After that, apply leave-in conditioner, and then a silicon oil-based product with just a dab of gel. "The combination will keep the hair soft and not crunchy," he said.
At the end of the day, experimentation is key for people with curly hair, but this woman's routine and tips seem like a great place to start if you're looking to kick-start a journey to embracing your ringlets in their gorgeous natural state.
The Average Student Loan Debt in Every State
The following post was originally featured on GOBankingRates.
If you know someone who's in debt, you're not alone.
From sea to shining sea, 68 percent of college students who graduated from college in 2015 had student loan debt, owing an average of $30,100, according to the Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS).
GOBankingRates looked at the student loan debt and percentage of students carrying debt in every state, except North Dakota, using a 2016 TICAS report on the student loan debt of graduates from four-year colleges. A No. 1 ranking shows the highest average debt or the highest percentage of graduates with debt; No. 50 shows the lowest. Click through to see the states where college grads face the biggest student loan bills.
Ariana Grande Sparks Engagement Rumors With Huge Diamond Ring
Image Source: Getty / Kevin Mazur/One Love Manchester
After touching down in the UK on Friday, Ariana Grande returned to the stage for her star-studded One Love Manchester concert on Sunday. The 23-year-old singer was joined by pal Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry, and Justin Bieber, and teamed up with boyfriend Mac Miller for a surprise duet. "Tonight is all about love," Ariana told the audience. In addition to their undeniable chemistry and adorable dancing, Ariana wore a sweatshirt that read "One Love Manchester" and a diamond sparkler on her ring finger.
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While Ariana and Mac have yet to confirm any engagement rumors, it's also worth noting that Ariana has been wearing the sparkler on her Dangerous Woman tour since February. Ariana and Mac first sparked dating rumors when they were caught sharing a kiss during a romantic sushi date back in August 2016.
Image Source: Getty / Kevin Mazur/One Love Manchester
12 Practical Gifts Dad Will Actually Use
Ready to give Dad the best Father's Day gift yet? Forget the annual tie and give him something both cool and practical. From handy gadgets that will make life a little easier to hoppy deliveries, we promise there's something in here for every kind of guy, even if he has it all. You really can't go wrong with giving products he'll actually use. Check out our 12 choices!
Ariana Grande Sparks Engagement Rumors With Huge Diamond Ring
Image Source: Getty / Kevin Mazur/One Love Manchester
After touching down in the UK on Friday, Ariana Grande returned to the stage for her star-studded One Love Manchester concert on Sunday. The 23-year-old singer was joined by pal Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry, and Justin Bieber, and teamed up with boyfriend Mac Miller for a surprise duet. "Tonight is all about love," Ariana told the audience. In addition to their undeniable chemistry and adorable dancing, Ariana wore a sweatshirt that read "One Love Manchester" and a diamond sparkler on her ring finger.
Image Source: Getty / Mike Coppola/MTV1617
While Ariana and Mac have yet to confirm any engagement rumors, it's also worth noting that Ariana has been wearing the sparkler on her Dangerous Woman tour since February. Ariana and Mac first sparked dating rumors when they were caught sharing a kiss during a romantic sushi date back in August 2016.
Image Source: Getty / Kevin Mazur/One Love Manchester
13 Fascinating Facts About Princess Diana's Life
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Princess Diana led a remarkable life even before becoming royalty, and her legacy continues to live on in the almost 20 years after her untimely death. While her charity work and her bravery to stand up to the royal family have made her an icon over the years, there are still a few things you may not know about the mother of Prince Harry and Prince William. Like how she originally wanted to be a ballerina. Or that her iconic 12-carat sapphire engagement ring doesn't follow royal custom. Keep scrolling for more interesting facts about the late Princess Diana here.
- Her grandmother was a lady in waiting. Her maternal grandmother, Ruth Roche, was a member of the court of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. The two were close friends and many assumed that they encouraged the marriage of their grandchildren. Diana was reportedly not on speaking terms with Ruth when she died in 1993.
- She wanted to be a ballerina. Even though she did not excel in academics (she failed her O-levels twice), she was a talented athlete. Aside from swimming and diving, she studied ballet, but her height made her too tall to become a professional.
- She went to school with Tilda Swinton. The two attended the boarding school West Heath together.
- She was a kindergarten teacher. After leaving school, Diana began working with children and eventually became a kindergarten teacher at the Young England School. She was the first royal bride to have a paying job before her engagement.
- Her sister dated Prince Charles first. I guess you could say the two met through a mutual friend. Diana first met Charles in 1977 while he was dating her older sister, Lady Sarah McCorquodale. It wasn't until the Summer of 1980 that Charles, who had already called it quits with Sarah, really became interested in Diana.
- Her engagement ring doesn't follow royal custom. Diana's sapphire ring (which now belongs to Kate Middleton) is an iconic piece of jewelry, but at the time, it was somewhat ordinary. While royal engagement rings are usually custom made, Diana selected hers from the Garrard Jewelers catalog.
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- Her wedding dress had the longest train in royal history. Her Emanuel dress, which reportedly cost $115,000, included a 25-foot-long train.
- She left out a royal tradition in her wedding vows. Diana was the first royal bride to omit that she would "obey" her husband in her vows. Kate and William followed suit when they got married in 2011.
- She had an affair with her son's horseback riding teacher. While Charles had an affair with Camilla Parker Bowles, there was a fourth person involved in his and Diana's love square: James Hewitt. He was initially hired to teach Diana, William, and Harry horseback riding before the two engaged in an affair back in the late '80s.
- She lost her royal title after the divorce. After divorcing Prince Charles, Diana lost the title of her royal highness. While Queen Elizabeth II reportedly wanted her to keep it, Charles was "adamant" that she give it up. She was given the new title of Diana, Princess of Wales.
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- She was only 36 when she died. After a tragic car crash in Paris, Diana underwent surgery before doctors discovered massive internal injuries, including a large tear in her superior pulmonary vein where it enters the heart. She was pronounced dead less than two hours after arriving at the hospital.
- 2.5 billion people tuned in to watch her funeral. Diana's funeral was originally intended to be a private affair attended only by members of the royal family and her closest relatives and friends, but after an outpouring of love and grief from the public, Queen Elizabeth II agreed to have a public funeral. An estimated 2.5 billion people viewed or listened worldwide.
- She is buried on an island.
She was laid to rest on a small island in the middle of a lake at Althorp, her family's estate. The island is accessed by a path of 36 trees - one for every year of her life.
Exclusive First Reveal of Huda Kattan's 12 Lip Strobe Metallic Glosses
In the midst of an over-saturated, holographic beauty world, Huda Kattan managed to launch a collection of metallic strobing lip gloss collection that feels fresh. The entrepreneur and Instagram star looked for inspiration from both the past and the future when she developed her Lip Strobes, a 12-shade range launching mid June ($18 each, shophudabeauty.com). The hues play into both the frosty shades of the '90s and iridescent unicorn-inspired products of 2017.
"Right now people are obsessed with things that seem out of this world and give them some type of surprise," she told POPSUGAR via email. "The idea of something iridescent or duo chromatic seems a little mysterious and unique. They are kind of super '90s meets the future."
The colors may play into the existing trend, but each feels unique. There are both sheer and full-coverage shimmer formulas. Expect a range that varies from Enchanted, a pale pink with a pearlescent finish, to Fearless, a sparkly pigmented fuchsia.
"I am obsessed with duo chromes and iridescence right now!" she said of how the concept was born. "We were inspired when we were creating our Melted Strobe for our 3D Highlighters. We were just playing with shimmers and glitters and somehow this was created."
Huda went on: "For the colors we wanted something that would almost change in some lights or on top of certain colors. All of the glosses have serious shimmer, some are opaque and full of pigment and shine, while others are duo chromatic and iridescent."
The vlogger admitted she is not always a fan of lip glosses, so she was extra careful when crafting these. Don't expect the sticky, goopy ones you actually wore back when *NSYNC was together. "I hate gloss, and I am super fussy with what I wear," she said. "This feels so luxurious and hydrating while wearing. It's not sticky and the strobes feel super comfortable on the lips."
"I hate gloss, and I am super fussy with what I wear. This feels so luxurious and hydrating."
She even perfected the applicator to enhance the cozy wearability. "The strobes also have a precision, heart-shaped wand which glides on an even coat for a luminous finish giving you an extra smooth application," she added.
When it came to naming, she simply picked adjectives that would cater to your moods. "The names were inspired by our Liquid Mattes - we thought of it as the next step to your pout," Huda explained. "So we thought we would make it a way to describe the personality behind the Liquid Matte. So you could be a Ritzy (Lip Strobe) Trophy Wife (Liquid Matte), or a Shameless (Lip Strobe) Trendsetter (Liquid Matte) and really feel something towards the look you floss."
Though we knew it would be like choosing between children, we asked which color is her favorite. "This is so hard but I'd have to say that I am obsessed with Snobby," Huda revealed. "It's one of the shades which took the longest to create, and I'd bathe in it if I could! It's a semi-sheer pink shade with gold and pink big shimmers!"
According to Huda, the best way to wear the Lip Strobe is to glide it across your pout, and then take some off with a tissue. "You can remove the gloss by blotting off the excess, which will leave you with a glistening shimmer without the gloss." She also recommends layering it on thoroughly for an intensely pigmented, shiny style, or dabbing it in just the center of your pout for a subtle contoured effect.
Huda even tried wearing them on her eyelids, which she teased on social media! "I never realized this would work so well until a day before our campaign shoot!" she enthused. "They look ahhhmazing on the lids, and you can wear them on top of a shadow or just as is. For easy application, a small flat brush works nicely or even your fingers will do the trick. I would only recommend adding a small amount and for short periods, since it is a gloss and will move around." Basically: do it for Instagram, and then wash it off before you attend a rooftop soiree in the heat.
Before you worry about removing these buzzy lipsticks, start planning how you'll get your hands on them when they launch on Monday! And as you count down the minutes until you can hit "add to cart," see every shade and swatch - exclusively here first!
Your Favorite '90s Middle School Scents Are Going on Sale at Bath & Body Works!
Bath and Body Works is answering our '90s loving prayers by including all our favorite vintage scents in its Semi-Annual Sale. Starting June 5, you'll be able to shop previously discontinued scents you loved as a child, all at a discount.
If you're a fan of the cult-favorite Cucumber Melon scent, you'll be thrilled to learn that the body-care emporium now sells the fresh fragrance in a 3-Wick Candle and Wallflower variety so your home can smell as good as your well-moisturized body. The retired scents are only available during June and are sure to fly off shelves fast, so make sure to get them while you still can.
If your favorite scent happens to be from the brand's current lineup, you might want to stalk up on that fragrance, as well. The Semi-Annual Sale is notorious for being the last time you can get your hands on products before the company retires them for good.
Read on to check out the vintage scents available at your local Bath and Body Works on June 5.
Blink Twice and You'll Mistake These Dubai Bloggers For Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner
The Kardashian and Jenner girls have some of the most recognizable faces in the world, and Sonia and Fyza Ali can most definitely attest to that. The Dubai-based blogger sisters are constantly stopped and asked for photos because of their striking resemblance to Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner, and seriously, it's scary how much they look alike.
Between their long dark hair, contoured makeup, and love for selfies, it's no surprise that Sonia and Fyza are believed to be the reality stars. While your mind is likely blown over these sisters, Sonia and Fyza don't think they look like Kim and Kylie.
"Our close friends and family are so used to seeing us [that] they have never seen a resemblance," the girls told Emirates Woman. "We find it weird when people approach us saying so because we don't even dress anything like them."
Well, we're going to have to disagree! Keep reading to see photos of Sonia and Fyza and how their hair, makeup, and even freckles compare to the famous sisters.
The Irony of Ivanka Trump Expressing Support For the LGBTQ Community
On June 1, Ivanka Trump celebrated the start of Pride Month by expressing her support for the LGBTQ community on her Twitter account. "Logging back on after Shavuot, wishing everyone a joyful #Pride2017. This month we celebrate and honor the #LGBTQ community," Trump tweeted.
Logging back on after Shavuot, wishing everyone a joyful #Pride2017. This month we celebrate and honor the #LGBTQ community.
- Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) June 2, 2017
Shortly after, Trump also shared how "proud" she is to support her LGBTQ friends who have "made immense contributions to our society and economy."
I am proud to support my LGBTQ friends and the LGBTQ Americans who have made immense contributions to our society and economy.
- Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) June 2, 2017
The internet quickly called out the irony of President Donald Trump's eldest daughter declaring herself a supporter of the community when her father's administration doesn't seem to be. Read on to see some poignant reactions to Trump's tweets ahead.
Contributions to economy shouldn't even be mentioned when talking about decency and wellbeing of entire group of people. https://t.co/SBlOXGAF0L
- Matija Sirk (@SirkMatija) June 2, 2017
Nice sentiment, but important to distinguish-someone/a group's worth comes from their inherent humanity and not their achievements. https://t.co/Hyw3E3gtpF
- Boima Blake (@boimabla) June 2, 2017
Endorsing a regime that would roll back LGBTQ civil rights is NOT support.
You actively disenfranchised the community. @IvankaTrump https://t.co/og0hWYROq4- AMBER (@NineteenPercent) June 2, 2017
Really? It sounds a little hollow considering the way the current administration are heading when regarding LGBTQ rights. https://t.co/9Zd2a3opIe
- Emma Fleming (@EmmaFlem) June 2, 2017
Unless we're POC. Or need healthcare. Or want to stay in our jobs or use a public bathroom. Or want a world not wrecked by climate change. https://t.co/aPRrL67jHE
- Catherine Sheard (@sheardcat) June 2, 2017
Remember this tweet. She only likes our economic contributions. She doesn't care about our health, housing, or rights. #trump #pride https://t.co/vi7BJkhBBs
- AJ (@Chaoticbisexual) June 2, 2017
Appreciate the gesture, but it would be really lovely if your father @POTUS @realDonaldTrump wouldn't have blatantly ignored #PRIDEMONTH https://t.co/ocJF9GXpEJ
- NS ⚓ (@NSdedeic) June 2, 2017
Surprise us. Start proving it. https://t.co/HjUP1147O2
- Noelle (@nollers) June 2, 2017
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No you're not. https://t.co/Ee4lAOZnoh- Ellen Page (@EllenPage) June 2, 2017
Cracker Barrel's Oozing S'mores Dessert Is All You Need This Summer - No Campfire Required
Nothing says Summer like a campfire-cooked dessert, and Cracker Barrel has unveiled a new oozing treat to answer all of our s'mores needs. The new Campfire S'more dessert starts with a graham cracker crust under a chocolate fudge brownie and is topped with a toasted marshmallow (of course) and melted Hershey's milk chocolate on top. The sweet treat is completed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and Hershey's chocolate drizzled over it. If it sounds incredible, that's because it is.
This over-the-top dessert is the creation of our Summer dreams, and the best part is, we don't have to do any of the work to get the perfect s'more! The chain has also announced new Summer meals like Campfire Chicken, Campfire Beef, and more, all of which are wrapped in tin foil and served with Cracker Barrel's famous flaky biscuits or corn muffins.
The drool-worthy Cracker Barrel Campfire Meals will be available through Aug. 6, which gives us plenty of time to get our s'more on!
8 Tips For Teaching Your Kid How to Swim Like a Fish
With Summer fast approaching and pool covers being tossed aside with joy all over the country, it's definitely the time to talk to your kids about pool safety, and - if they haven't already learned - to teach them how to swim. You could send your kid to swimming classes or do it right in your own backyard or community pool (using videos, if needed) - either way, these eight tips will help your child become a better swimmer and decrease the chances of a water accident this Summer.
13 Fascinating Facts About Princess Diana's Life
Image Source: Getty / Anwar Hussein
Princess Diana led a remarkable life even before becoming royalty, and her legacy continues to live on in the almost 20 years after her untimely death. While her charity work and her bravery to stand up to the royal family have made her an icon over the years, there are still a few things you may not know about the mother of Prince Harry and Prince William. Like how she originally wanted to be a ballerina. Or that her iconic 12-carat sapphire engagement ring doesn't follow royal custom. Keep scrolling for more interesting facts about the late Princess Diana here.
- Her grandmother was a lady in waiting. Her maternal grandmother, Ruth Roche, was a member of the court of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. The two were close friends and many assumed that they encouraged the marriage of their grandchildren. Diana was reportedly not on speaking terms with Ruth when she died in 1993.
- She wanted to be a ballerina. Even though she did not excel in academics (she failed her O-levels twice), she was a talented athlete. Aside from swimming and diving, she studied ballet, but her height made her too tall to become a professional.
- She went to school with Tilda Swinton. The two attended the boarding school West Heath together.
- She was a kindergarten teacher. After leaving school, Diana began working with children and eventually became a kindergarten teacher at the Young England School. She was the first royal bride to have a paying job before her engagement.
- Her sister dated Prince Charles first. I guess you could say the two met through a mutual friend. Diana first met Charles in 1977 while he was dating her older sister, Lady Sarah McCorquodale. It wasn't until the Summer of 1980 that Charles, who had already called it quits with Sarah, really became interested in Diana.
- Her engagement ring doesn't follow royal custom. Diana's sapphire ring (which now belongs to Kate Middleton) is an iconic piece of jewelry, but at the time, it was somewhat ordinary. While royal engagement rings are usually custom made, Diana selected hers from the Garrard Jewelers catalog.
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- Her wedding dress had the longest train in royal history. Her Emanuel dress, which reportedly cost $115,000, included a 25-foot-long train.
- She left out a royal tradition in her wedding vows. Diana was the first royal bride to omit that she would "obey" her husband in her vows. Kate and William followed suit when they got married in 2011.
- She had an affair with her son's horseback riding teacher. While Charles had an affair with Camilla Parker Bowles, there was a fourth person involved in his and Diana's love square: James Hewitt. He was initially hired to teach Diana, William, and Harry horseback riding before the two engaged in an affair back in the late '80s.
- She lost her royal title after the divorce. After divorcing Prince Charles, Diana lost the title of her royal highness. While Queen Elizabeth II reportedly wanted her to keep it, Charles was "adamant" that she give it up. She was given the new title of Diana, Princess of Wales.
Image Source: Getty / Tom Wargacki
- She was only 36 when she died. After a tragic car crash in Paris, Diana underwent surgery before doctors discovered massive internal injuries, including a large tear in her superior pulmonary vein where it enters the heart. She was pronounced dead less than two hours after arriving at the hospital.
- 2.5 billion people tuned in to watch her funeral. Diana's funeral was originally intended to be a private affair attended only by members of the royal family and her closest relatives and friends, but after an outpouring of love and grief from the public, Queen Elizabeth II agreed to have a public funeral. An estimated 2.5 billion people viewed or listened worldwide.
- She is buried on an island.
She was laid to rest on a small island in the middle of a lake at Althorp, her family's estate. The island is accessed by a path of 36 trees - one for every year of her life.
These Are the 8 Hottest Mascara Launches of 2017 So Far
Just when we thought we'd seen everything, some of our favorite beauty brands managed to do it again with a round of innovative formulas and high-tech brushes designed to deliver the maximum amount of mascara to your lashes and keep it there - without any clumping or flaking along the way.
From a cocktail shaker-inspired concoction that refreshes itself to a dual-chamber tube that serves the upper and lower lashes at once, read on for some of the Spring and Summer launches that are breaking all the rules in order to help you achieve your biggest, baddest peepers yet.
8 Tips For Teaching Your Kid How to Swim Like a Fish
With Summer fast approaching and pool covers being tossed aside with joy all over the country, it's definitely the time to talk to your kids about pool safety, and - if they haven't already learned - to teach them how to swim. You could send your kid to swimming classes or do it right in your own backyard or community pool (using videos, if needed) - either way, these eight tips will help your child become a better swimmer and decrease the chances of a water accident this Summer.
These Are the 8 Hottest Mascara Launches of 2017 So Far
Just when we thought we'd seen everything, some of our favorite beauty brands managed to do it again with a round of innovative formulas and high-tech brushes designed to deliver the maximum amount of mascara to your lashes and keep it there - without any clumping or flaking along the way.
From a cocktail shaker-inspired concoction that refreshes itself to a dual-chamber tube that serves the upper and lower lashes at once, read on for some of the Spring and Summer launches that are breaking all the rules in order to help you achieve your biggest, baddest peepers yet.
Chill Out With This Stress-Reducing Face Massage
Suffering from the Sunday blues? If the thought of Monday is stressing you out, try some simple self care. This DIY face massage will do wonders for decreasing all that tension you're feeling. Go for maximum chill, and light a relaxing lavender candle. Watch this video to learn the massage techniques, then try them on yourself.
Chill Out With This Stress-Reducing Face Massage
Suffering from the Sunday blues? If the thought of Monday is stressing you out, try some simple self care. This DIY face massage will do wonders for decreasing all that tension you're feeling. Go for maximum chill, and light a relaxing lavender candle. Watch this video to learn the massage techniques, then try them on yourself.
23 Signs You're Falling in Love
You know when you find that someone special and you immediately revert to your high school self? Carefully written texts that are intended to come off casual, nervous sweating, overthinking the smallest things. Those could all be indications that you're falling for them hard. Everything feels new again and you don't even care how ridiculous you've been lately because whatever you're feeling seems bigger than anything else. Enjoy every single second of this roller coaster phase because falling in love doesn't come every day. Here's 23 signs to confirm you're totally smitten.
- He or she is all you can think about.
- You love spending your free time with them.
- Every little thing reminds you of them.
- You don't mind making small sacrifices or doing favors for them.
- Things they'd love stand out to you when you're out shopping.
- Seeing their name on your phone gives you butterflies.
- Your friends are sick of hearing about them.
- Hooking up with other people isn't even on your mind.
- You find yourself thinking of him or her before yourself.
- You feel like you're almost addicted to them.
- Things that would normally annoy you don't when it comes to them.
- No one before them really matters anymore.
- Even the most mundane tasks are fun with them.
- You worry about messing things up.
- Sex is more about being intimate than physical.
- Corny love songs don't seem as corny anymore.
- They're the first person you want to tell news to.
- You catch yourself planning ahead with them in mind.
- Everything feels right when you're with him or her.
- You're willing to try new things for them.
- You genuinely feel for them when they're sad.
- You miss them as soon as they leave.
- There's no one else you'd rather be with.
Starbucks's New Chocolate Cake Topped Frappuccinos Will Make You Melt
As a follow-up to the American Cherry Pie Frappuccino, Starbucks Japan will release two new Chocolate Cake Topped Frappuccinos this Summer. The Matcha Shot flavor comes out first on June 14-July 13. According to the press release, the Frappuccino has almonds blended in the base and is garnished with a chocolate cake disc protruding from the cup. A matcha green tea sauce is poured on top, followed by whipped cream and a sprinkle of green tea powder. "It is advisable to mix the leading role chocolate cake with the base while breaking down with a straw." Um, yes, I think I can handle that.
If coffee and chocolate is more your style, the Coffee Shot version comes out June 23-July 13. Though there's no word on whether these limited-edition drinks will come out in the States, I'm thinking you could hack this by topping your own almond Frapp with a chewy chocolate cookie from the bakery case. Same thing almost, right?
We Can't Get Enough of Steph Curry's High Kick During Game 1 of the NBA Finals
During Game 1 of the 2017 NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors made it clear that they're seeking revenge after losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers last year. While Kevin Durant was getting attention from Rihanna and the Warriors did beat the Cavs, Steph Curry is the one who really deserves an applause. After the point guard drilled a three-point shot, he celebrated in one of the most epic ways imaginable: with a set of high kicks.
Check out the celebration below.
Steph Curry with the long 3 and the high step http://pic.twitter.com/UazxKT5BXB
- CJ Fogler (@cjzero) June 2, 2017
Curry may be one of the best shooters the league has ever seen, but honestly, if the team loses the series, he's got a high kick that could land him a new career. We're thinking either a Rockette, a cheerleader, or even a punter for the NFL. The Warriors still remain undefeated in the playoffs this season, but we'll see if any of the Cavaliers players can beat Curry's high kick.
Keep reading to see some of the hilarious reactions to Curry's celebratory high kicks.
When you turn on the lights in your room and see a spider http://pic.twitter.com/inEYKdb6jR
- Eric Fawcett (@Efawcett7) June 2, 2017
When you gotta make sure you're not wearing these. http://pic.twitter.com/VxF8OhMs9W
- Karen Howell (@karenehowell) June 2, 2017
If the league doesn't work out for curry, he's got this to fall back on😅 http://pic.twitter.com/TD1fzAZbaB
- Jamie (@jmefaith16) June 2, 2017
When you see that roach that owes you rent crawling around on the kitchen floor #warrios #NBAFinals http://pic.twitter.com/2PbrN5O9oH
- Emmie Ay (@BUTTERFLY0187) June 2, 2017
7 Powerful Tributes Inspired by the Recent London Attacks
On Saturday, June 3, citizens in London were devastated by yet another terrorist attack; this time on the London Bridge and at a nearby Borough Market which left 7 people dead and nearly 50 people injured. It was the third attack in the UK in the past three months, and Britain's Prime Minister is calling on the United Kingdom to come together to put an end to extremist and terrorism. "Enough is enough," May said in a speech the following day. "We must come together, we must pull together, and united we will take on and defeat our enemies." The tragedy has since inspired powerful artwork around the world which echos the Prime Minster's statements. See them all ahead.
All About the Sexy New Adaptation of Murder on the Orient Express
Agatha Christie's iconic novel, Murder on the Orient Express, has been adapted yet again, marking what could be considered the fifth or sixth attempt at retelling the story. (That's if you include the original movie, the radio show, TV movie, TV series, and even the 2006 computer game). What sets this production apart, more than 80 years after the book's publication? I attended an advance presentation of the film, which included an exclusive 15-minute reel of footage and a Q&A with some of the cast's major players. If you have any doubts about the new adaptation, which comes out Nov. 10, allow us to tell you what we've learned.
1. It's the Perfect Mix of Dark and Light
There are a lot of comical aspects of the story, mostly in the suspects themselves. In the novel, Agatha Christie does a great job of balancing the dark murderous atmosphere with a bit of levity. She achieves this mostly through the colorful characters and their behavior, but the sharp dialogue helps too. The new film seems to have heightened these aspects, and the result is an extremely amusing romp . . . you know, with a dead body on a stranded train. The first trailer gives a perfect primer for the film's feel.
2. The Cast Is Filled With Stars, and They All Have Great Chemistry
I mean, can we talk about the jam-packed cast for a second? We've got Dame Judi Dench, Daisy Ridley, Willem Dafoe, Penélope Cruz, Michelle Pfeiffer, Johnny Depp, and many more. Everyone seems completely on their game; they all seem to have consumed that heightened ridiculousness that's inherently built into the story and those involved in it. It's more than that, though: there's a great chemistry and camaraderie among the members of the cast. One rather intimate and biting scene between Pfeiffer and Depp is electrifying. Ridley is perfectly quaint as a proper, progressive, and slightly sassy British governess. And of course, Dench never fails to deliver her usual pomp and gravity to anyone and everyone.
3. There Have Been a Few Interesting Tweaks From the Book
One of the limiting parts of the novel is we stick almost exclusively to the point of view of Hercule Poirot (played by director Kenneth Branagh), the detective who rises to the challenge and solves the case. In the movie, we're jumping around a bit more and getting more information. As mentioned above, we witness a rather tense flirtation between Mrs. Hubbard (Pfeiffer) and Ratchett (Depp). Count Andrenyi, who doesn't do much in the book, is given an interesting shade by Sergei Polunin, the world-renowned ballet dancer. There's even a bit of, um, choreography for him in here (hint hint). All of it leads to a much more fleshed out and captivating story.
4. There Is Supreme Attention to Detail
One of the most interesting things we learned during the Q&A portion: the filmmakers painstakingly re-created the Orient Express as it was in the 1920s and 1930s, down to every last detail. Everything from the costumes to the sets to the scenic backdrops that fly by in every scene has been artfully and carefully done. It lends a sort of realism to experiencing the film, but there's also a noted modernity to it as well. I guess it's not so much that the story has been adapted for modern film but rather, it's like a modern film has been made in this time period. It's electric.
5. There Might Be a New Twist, or a New Ending
During the Q&A, director Branagh insinuated that small changes may have been made to the story. After all, the novel has been around for 83 years. The novel's twist ending won't exactly be a surprise . . . unless they give it a new spin, of course. As to what changes they made and how big they are, that remains to be seen. But rest assured, you'd better be on your guard. You never know who's going to end up being a murderer.
All press trip travel expenses and accommodations were paid for by 20th Century Fox.
7 Powerful Tributes Inspired by the Recent London Attacks
On Saturday, June 3, citizens in London were devastated by yet another terrorist attack; this time on the London Bridge and at a nearby Borough Market which left 7 people dead and nearly 50 people injured. It was the third attack in the UK in the past three months, and Britain's Prime Minister is calling on the United Kingdom to come together to put an end to extremist and terrorism. "Enough is enough," May said in a speech the following day. "We must come together, we must pull together, and united we will take on and defeat our enemies." The tragedy has since inspired powerful artwork around the world which echos the Prime Minster's statements. See them all ahead.
Your Ultimate Guide to Mastering Denim on Denim
The denim on denim trend (aka the Canadian Tuxedo) has been around for years now, but maybe you haven't mustered up the courage to try it . . . yet. As much as we appreciate a couple in matching outfits à la Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears at the 2001 AMAs (look how young and in love they were), we're not exactly trying to replicate their look anytime soon.
Truth is, this trend isn't as scary as everyone makes it out to be. Most people give up easily before even trying the look because they don't know where to begin. With a bunch of inspiration (courtesy of these street style shots) and the right items in your closet, mastering a denim on denim look that feels fresh and contemporary is easier than you think. By the end of this, you'll be wondering what took you so long to try this trend in the first place.
We're listing 12 denim-on-denim ensembles to try - along with the best pieces to purchase - that will make you want to give the look another try.
The Surprising Fashion Choice Motherhood Inspired Me to Make
Before kids, it's a fair statement to say that I was clothing obsessed. I shopped a lot (a whole lot), spent the majority of my disposable income on clothes, and prided myself on being well dressed. For a while, I even wrote about fashion for a city magazine. It was kind of my thing. But becoming a mom changed pretty much everything in my life, including my sartorial passion, for many reasons.
First were the practical ones. I breastfed both of my kids for a year, and easy access became a priority over stylishness when it came to shopping. I started working from home, meaning I was no longer spending my days at an office full of chic women and most evenings at stylish events. My need for a closet full of dresses was gone, a lucky thing since my budget for those dresses was now being spent on diapers. Also, I had a hard time losing the last 10 pounds of baby weight, and it wasn't nearly as much fun to shop for clothes in sizes that I'd never had to wear before. My body didn't feel like mine; I felt completely disconnected from my new lumps, bumps, and stretch marks. Surprisingly, that fact inspired me to do something I had rarely done in the previous 15 years: I started wearing shorts.
Donning a pair of shorts probably isn't exactly revolutionary for most people, but for me, a woman who had always dressed my pear-shaped, athletic body in dresses, stretchy jeans, and flowy, linen pants during the warmer months, a woman who was previously obsessed with finding the most flattering clothes possible, it felt a little crazy. I was bigger than I'd ever been, and I'd definitely inherited some extra cellulite during my first pregnancy, but suddenly I was regularly showing off my legs in cutoffs.
Again, practical reasons ruled this decision. Motherhood meant that I was spending a lot of time holding a baby, chasing after a toddler, visiting parks, and running endless errands. Sundresses didn't always work, and multiple experiences taught me they're way too easy for my kids to pull down or up, exposing me to alarmed strangers. Comfort and ease of mobility were key for my new wardrobe. There's a reason a lot of moms live in exercise clothes: taking care of young children can feel like a never-ending workout. But shorts got me out of my Lululemon Wunder Unders (too hot for 80-degree days in the backyard) but kept my Hanky Pankys hidden from the other moms at the park.
While my new favorite clothing item was great for pragmatic purposes, it took me a while to feel less self-conscious about how much less-than-toned thigh I was now exposing. Feeling disconnected from my postbaby body actually helped at first. When your body doesn't feel like your own, who cares what other people think of it? But this past Winter, when my second child was almost 1, I decided it was time to lose the baby weight I hadn't gotten around to shedding after my first. Within a few months, I was at my prebaby size, and I started seeing my old body reemerging. Sure, it's not exactly the same. I have some new love handles and stretch marks, but my legs are remarkably similar to their prebaby predecessors: athletic bordering on chunky. Not exactly shorts ready.
I wondered if rediscovering my old body would also mean that I'd be inspired to revisit my old style. Would my new love of shorts go the way of those extra 10 pounds? So far, the answer is no. Sure, I might not have the best legs at preschool drop-off, and my 20-something self would surely recommend a more flattering option, but motherhood has made me a lot more forgiving of my own body, cellulite, chunky thighs, and all. The shorts are here to stay.
Mom's Plea About the Overlooked Pool Danger That Almost Killed Her Girl
When it comes to pool safety, teaching your child how to swim isn't enough. Even if your child knows to walk on the pool deck and only swim when a lifeguard or adult is watching, there's another serious danger that's often overlooked. But after Alex Morgan's daughter almost died while on a family vacation, this furious mom is warning parents of another danger to look out for before their kiddos hit the pools this Summer.
When 6-year-old Darcey was enjoying a dip in the pool, she swam by a waterfall water feature. While the child's head was underwater, her hair got caught in the pool's filter and she got stuck. Unable to reach the surface, Darcey nearly drowned. "She was kept under the water for over two minutes," Alex shared on Facebook. "Some incredibly brave people saved our little girl's life that day. Her hair was pulled and pulled before it was ripped. Darcey was unconscious and had to be given CPR at the poolside."
Darcey was taken to the hospital, where she was kept overnight for low oxygen levels and fluid in her right lung. "This was the worst day of our lives. We are still suffering to come to terms with it all now but also feel incredibly lucky to still have our beautiful, brave little girl," Alex wrote. "Myself and Gareth don't want any other parents or family members to go through what we experienced that day. We will never get over what happened but if this post can raise some awareness, save someone's life, then we will be happy."
According to Elizabeth Klinefelter, Pool Safely campaign lead, parents should be aware of drain entrapment dangers at both public and private pools. "The federal government's drowning prevention program strongly recommends that children be taught to stay away from drains, suction outlets, and filters in swimming pools and spas," Elizabeth told POPSUGAR. "Children's hair - along with limbs, jewelry, or bathing suits - can get stuck in a drain or suction opening. In addition, parents and caregivers should never allow children to enter a pool or spa that has a loose, broken, or missing drain cover."
She also recommends that parents always locate the emergency vacuum shutoff before getting in a spa so that they know where and how to free someone if stuck.
The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act was mandated in 2008 after a 7-year-old drowned due to a drain cover, and this federal law requires that all public pools, including hotels, schools, and apartment buildings, have the safer drain covers. According to a new Consumer Product Safety Commission report, there have still been 17 victims of entrapment from 2012-2016 and the majority of these cases involved kids.
"Children under the age of 15 are at risk of experiencing an entrapment incident, with higher fatality rates occurring in residential pools and spa settings," Julie Walsh, Pool Safely associate vice president, told POPSUGAR. "Parents can never be too vigilant when their children are in or around the water to ensure everyone has a safer swimming experience."
Elizabeth also pointed out that residential pools are encouraged to install them but are not currently required to. This eye-opening video explains not only why pool drains can be so dangerous for kids but also that many pools across the country still have the flat drain covers and not the antientrapment version.
Every parent should take a minute to watch this video before their child's next trip to the pool:
The Surprising Fashion Choice Motherhood Inspired Me to Make
Before kids, it's a fair statement to say that I was clothing obsessed. I shopped a lot (a whole lot), spent the majority of my disposable income on clothes, and prided myself on being well dressed. For a while, I even wrote about fashion for a city magazine. It was kind of my thing. But becoming a mom changed pretty much everything in my life, including my sartorial passion, for many reasons.
First were the practical ones. I breastfed both of my kids for a year, and easy access became a priority over stylishness when it came to shopping. I started working from home, meaning I was no longer spending my days at an office full of chic women and most evenings at stylish events. My need for a closet full of dresses was gone, a lucky thing since my budget for those dresses was now being spent on diapers. Also, I had a hard time losing the last 10 pounds of baby weight, and it wasn't nearly as much fun to shop for clothes in sizes that I'd never had to wear before. My body didn't feel like mine; I felt completely disconnected from my new lumps, bumps, and stretch marks. Surprisingly, that fact inspired me to do something I had rarely done in the previous 15 years: I started wearing shorts.
Donning a pair of shorts probably isn't exactly revolutionary for most people, but for me, a woman who had always dressed my pear-shaped, athletic body in dresses, stretchy jeans, and flowy, linen pants during the warmer months, a woman who was previously obsessed with finding the most flattering clothes possible, it felt a little crazy. I was bigger than I'd ever been, and I'd definitely inherited some extra cellulite during my first pregnancy, but suddenly I was regularly showing off my legs in cutoffs.
Again, practical reasons ruled this decision. Motherhood meant that I was spending a lot of time holding a baby, chasing after a toddler, visiting parks, and running endless errands. Sundresses didn't always work, and multiple experiences taught me they're way too easy for my kids to pull down or up, exposing me to alarmed strangers. Comfort and ease of mobility were key for my new wardrobe. There's a reason a lot of moms live in exercise clothes: taking care of young children can feel like a never-ending workout. But shorts got me out of my Lululemon Wunder Unders (too hot for 80-degree days in the backyard) but kept my Hanky Pankys hidden from the other moms at the park.
While my new favorite clothing item was great for pragmatic purposes, it took me a while to feel less self-conscious about how much less-than-toned thigh I was now exposing. Feeling disconnected from my postbaby body actually helped at first. When your body doesn't feel like your own, who cares what other people think of it? But this past Winter, when my second child was almost 1, I decided it was time to lose the baby weight I hadn't gotten around to shedding after my first. Within a few months, I was at my prebaby size, and I started seeing my old body reemerging. Sure, it's not exactly the same. I have some new love handles and stretch marks, but my legs are remarkably similar to their prebaby predecessors: athletic bordering on chunky. Not exactly shorts ready.
I wondered if rediscovering my old body would also mean that I'd be inspired to revisit my old style. Would my new love of shorts go the way of those extra 10 pounds? So far, the answer is no. Sure, I might not have the best legs at preschool drop-off, and my 20-something self would surely recommend a more flattering option, but motherhood has made me a lot more forgiving of my own body, cellulite, chunky thighs, and all. The shorts are here to stay.
McDonald's Just Announced the Chicken Big Mac Along With Another Secret Menu Item!
Whether it's the McDonald's curly fries in Singapore, the sweet taro pies in China, or even the macarons in Paris, the international McDonald's menu items never cease to amaze us, but the latest addition is so extraordinary we're just about to pack our bags and move to Australia! Meet the Chicken Big Mac - a menu item at McDonald's locations in Australia and New Zealand. The sandwich has lettuce, cheese, onions, pickles, and the notorious Big Mac sauce, but instead of beef patties, there's two pieces of juicy chicken.
"The iconic Big Mac and the McChicken are among our most popular burgers, so it made sense to mix up these two classics and give our customers a new and exciting product to try - the Chicken Big Mac," Jenni Dill, CMO of McDonald's Australia, said in a statement.
From now until July 18, the Chicken Big Mac will be available at all McDonald's locations in Australia and New Zealand, but that's not all! The fast food company has decided to add ANOTHER item from its drool-inducing secret menu: Shaker Fries.
Cheeseburger-flavored Shaker Fries are the ultimate upgrade for your McDonald's French Fries. The fries come in a special "shaker bag," which you pour the "shaker seasoning" into and shake it up for maximum deliciousness. Because why wouldn't you want your fries to taste like a cheeseburger?
Looks like we're heading to Australia for the Chicken Big Mac and Shaker Fries - who's coming with us?
26 Cocktails With a Kick That'll Make For a Fiery Happy Hour
Can't get enough of jalapeños and habaneros? So much that you find yourself yearning for your drink to be fiery too? Same here. That's why we put together a list of spicy cocktails infused with chili peppers of all sorts . . . and, of course, tequila, rum, vodka, wine, and more. Read ahead to find the hot recipes - let's see if you can take it!
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