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.
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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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The Cast of This Is Us Might Actually Be Closer Than the Pearson Family
This Is Us has a reputation for making fans bawl their eyes out, but off screen, the cast is just one big, happy family. When they're not taking us on an emotional rollercoaster with their Emmy-worthy performances, the stellar actors and actresses are brightening our day with their incredible bond. From Milo Ventimiglia and Mandy Moore's sweet friendship to the Big Three's adorable appearances together, we can't get enough of their offscreen moments. Even the kids of the show hang out during their downtime! Whether they're working it on the red carpet or laughing it up during interviews, it's clear the cast is just as close as the Pearson family, if not closer. Let these adorable pictures hold you over as you anxiously wait for season two.
Everything You Need to Know About Hurricane Irma
Less than a week after Hurricane Harvey - and before the devastating storm has even fully cleared out of the continental United States - another massive tropical storm brewing in the Atlantic, Irma, has been upgraded to a hurricane. And Hurricane Irma might be headed our way.
While meteorologists are predicting that the storm is at the very least a week away from landfall, hurricane expert Dan Kottlowski told Accuweather that "Irma is likely to become a major hurricane and could become a Category 4 well before it reaches the Lesser Anteilles." We'll continue to monitor developments as and when they happen and update this story, but here's what we know as of Aug. 31:
- Hurricane Irma is currently a Category 3 storm, with winds reaching 115 mph. It's moving slowly, though, in the north-northwest direction at around 12 miles per hour. Here's what the wind speeds look like as of 4:30 on Aug. 31:
- It's hard to say where the storm will head at this stage - models typically can't predict a storm's full trajectory when it's more than a week away - so experts will be able to speak to the expected landfall at some point over the holiday weekend. Research states that storms which form close to the equator - specifically at the Intertropical Convergence Zone, or ITCZ - are likely to develop a higher amount of strength and velocity, so we'll definitely be keeping an eye on the area. NOAA is currently tracking the direction of the hurricane as follows:
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information becomes available.
The 1 Thing You Should Never Put on a Sandwich, According to the Sandwich King Himself
The perfect sandwich is a delicate art, and if there's anyone who's perfected it, it's Food Network chef and sandwich king Jeff Mauro. Mauro spilled his sandwich dos and don'ts to us, along with his thoughts on fatherhood, cooking for kids, and the perfect sandwich bread. Keep reading to learn his best advice.
POPSUGAR: What's the ultimate breakfast sandwich?
Jeff Mauro: Perfectly griddled sausage patty, everything bagel, veggie cream cheese, and pickled jalapeños, of course.
PS: What's the worst thing anyone could put on a sandwich?
JM: Mealy tomatoes.
PS: What's the best sandwich bread ever?
JM: The answer is NONE. Each sandwich has at least one appropriate bread to act as the vehicle.
PS: Does your son eat what you cook? How do you get him to eat vegetables?
JM: Kind of. He always eats the protein we make, and starch (usually sweet potatoes) and veggies. He's still not eating salads or asparagus, but we've always fed him well-seasoned and well-balanced food. I guess the trick is, and mind you, I only have one kid, to really not give [kids] a choice. They have to at least taste everything you make.
PS: What's your ultimate Father's Day meal?
JM: My ideal Father's Day meal is a big grilled beef tenderloin. Pair that with tons of mushrooms, something cheesy, and lots of Mark West wine.
PS: What's the most fun thing about being a chef who is a dad?
JM: Taking pride in the fact that my boy knows and respects good food and where it comes from and what it takes to make it. Now with my restaurant Pork & Mindy's in Chicago, he can come hang out with me on the weekends and see food from that end of the business. Plus, I'm proud that my boy can crack an egg like a champ.
All the Times Selena Gomez Has Been a Victim of Ellen DeGeneres's Scares
If you're going on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, you're going to get a good scare. Selena Gomez is one of the many celebrities who can attest to that. She has been terrified by Ellen's antics four times over the past few years (most recently twice in one day). And even though Selena claims she loves to be scared, the singer and actress utters a legitimate scream every time someone jumps behind her or from a box. Keep scrolling to see all the times she's hilariously been a victim of Ellen's scares, and then check out her performance of "Same Old Love" and discussion of lupus on the show.
The Moves You Should Be Doing For a Perkier Butt
Need to shape up your backside? Look no further - we've got over 30 of the most effective exercises to perk up your backside fast. Read on to learn the moves, and stick around to the end for five celebrity-inspired butt-shaping video workouts for you to follow!
- Additional reporting by Michele Foley, Lizzie Fuhr, Susi May, Jenny Sugar, and Jaime Young
Beyoncé's Bikini Body Is Truly a Gift Sent From the Heavens
It should be a universal fact at this point that Beyoncé looks good in just about anything. While we definitely enjoy seeing her in sexy, sparkly outfits on stage, we especially love it when Beyoncé blesses us with bikini photos. Seriously, who wouldn't want to stare at shots of Beyoncé in a swimsuit all day? We've rounded up some of her hottest bikini moments - you can thank us later.
JAY-Z Pulls the Ultimate Husband Move, and Leads a "Happy Birthday" Serenade For Beyoncé
Sept. 4 marks Beyoncé's 36th birthday, but the singer got a head start on the festivities at Budweiser's Made in America Festival in Philadelphia on Sunday. During JAY-Z's headlining set, Queen Bey got a special shout-out from her husband as he told the crowd, "Shout out to Beyoncé. Beautiful Bey is in the house tonight. Happy Birthday my love." And things only got sweeter from there. JAY-Z then led the audience into singing "Happy Birthday" to Beyoncé, who was spotted dancing in the stands with pal Michelle Williams.
On Monday morning, Beyoncé's mom, Tina Lawson, posted an Instagram photo of her and Beyoncé hanging out at the festival together, along with a heartfelt birthday message. "36 years ago God Chose me out of all the women in the world to be your mother!" she wrote. "How blessed could I be? Not because you are a super talented, smart business woman and one of the biggest superstars! Its because you are the kindest most generous, thoughtful, intuitive, loyal, humble, funny, grounded, grateful and loving human being. I am proud to be your mom ❤️Happy Birthday Baby! I love you with my whole heart❤️" Aw!
Just a Ton of Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe Photos to Hold You Over Until Outlander Returns
Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe may play love interests as Jamie Fraser and Claire Randall on Outlander, but sadly, they're only friends in real life. Still, Sam and Caitriona often exchange sweet looks at red carpet events, and Sam frequently shares photos of the pair hanging out on Instagram. Back in October 2016, Sam gushed to Vanity Fair about what it was like working with Caitriona on the show, saying, "It's always hard when we're apart, actually, because she's a great person, great to come to work with, and a very good actress." Take a look at their most loving moments before Outlander returns on Sept. 10.
This Is How All Your Favorite Chefs Make Scrambled Eggs
One of the most basic recipes everyone learns is scrambled eggs, but the truth is perfectly scrambled eggs are a lot trickier than they seem. Much like the classic omelet, scrambling eggs is one cooking method on which many chefs differ. To whisk in a bowl or in the pan? To add dairy or to not? Minor tweaks can make huge differences in something so basic, and we guarantee you'll want to change up your scrambled egg routine with tips from these experts - they know a thing or two about recipe developing. Here's how some of our favorite chefs scramble their eggs (we're not kidding when we say Gordon Ramsay's method is a game changer).
Alton Brown: Whisk With Whole Milk
Simple yet effective is the name of the game in Alton Brown's scrambled egg recipe. Adding whole milk isn't his only tip, though. "Odds are you're going to be serving these on a plate. If so, I strongly suggest you park an ovensafe one in a low oven or in hot water while you're cooking. Cold plates suck the heat right out of food," his recipe description reads.
Anthony Bourdain: Skip the Dairy
Anthony Bourdain doesn't condone adding milk or cream to scrambled eggs - or anything, for that matter. "I just don't feel that milk or cream adds anything. I believe that a scrambled egg is principally about the egg," the Appetites author says in a video about the best way to cook scrambled eggs. Anthony's other pro tip is to be careful not to overbeat the eggs; you want some white parts remaining. He cooks them in a heated pan with warm, foaming butter and carefully pushes them around in a figure-eight pattern to create soft folds.
Giada De Laurentiis: Frittata Cupcakes
Giada's preferred method of scrambling eggs involves a mini muffin tin - she likes to make frittata cupcakes. She told POPSUGAR in an interview, "I love making my little cupcakes - frittata cupcakes. I just stick whatever's left in the fridge. Whatever it is that was from the night before, whether it's leftover pasta, leftover meat, leftover vegetables . . . Another favorite is lox, scrambled eggs, and peas - for a little color. For a Sunday morning, it's one of my favorite go-to breakfasts."
Gordon Ramsay: Low and Slow (With a Secret Ingredient)
Gordon Ramsay's scrambled eggs recipe is one everyone must try at least once. The finished product looks more like custard, and thanks to his cooking method and a secret ingredient, they're melt-in-your-mouth good.
Paula Deen: With Water and Vidalia Onions
"We can't operate without Vidalia onions around here," Paula Deen said of her scrambled eggs in an interview with POPSUGAR. In addition to caramelized onions, Paula adds a splash of water to her eggs. "Water doesn't make it as tough as milk," she says. The real kicker, though, is to scramble the eggs in both butter and bacon fat to get the most flavor.
Chrissy Teigen: "Cheesy" Eggs, Hold the Cheese
Chrissy Teigen swears by her method of creating "cheesy" eggs without the cheese, thanks to her secret ingredient: heavy cream. Her tip for getting them as creamy as possible with no browned spots? "Don't stop gently stirring and scraping (edges and all) for more than a few seconds!"
The Pioneer Woman: Smoked Salmon and Chives
Like most Pioneer Woman recipes, this one sounds delightful. Calling them the "best scrambled eggs ever", Ree Drummond suggests sprinkling in chopped smoked salmon after the eggs are cooked and then garnishing with chopped fresh chives.
Mario Batali: Topped With Shaved Truffle
Leave it to Mario Batali to bring some serious culinary chops to such a basic recipe. To make scrambled eggs special, Mario suggests adding mascarpone or parmesan cheese, but to make them "spectacular," garnish with shaved truffle.
Katie Lee: Back to Basics
Food Network host Katie Lee has a strictly back-to-basics approach to scrambled eggs. She melts butter in a skillet and cooks the eggs low and slow. "It is important to keep the heat low when cooking eggs so as not to burn them," Katie told POPSUGAR in an interview.
Uh-Oh, You Might Not Be Able to Visit This IRL Game of Thrones Spot Anymore
With the unparalleled popularity of Game of Thrones, it's no surprise that fans are flocking to all the filming locations used on the show. One such spot is the beautiful city of Dubrovnik in Croatia, which plays home to King's Landing, the capital of Westeros. But the local government is not happy with the influx of tourists in the city, so the mayor wants to stop letting so many of them in.
Dubrovnik's mayor, Mato Franković, wants to drastically cut down on the number of people being allowed into the city at a time. While Unesco recommends allowing up to 8,000 people a day inside the city walls, Franković wants to cap it at 4,000, The Telegraph reported.
GOT tourism certainly boosted Dubrovnik's economy, but Franković is concerned that the quality of the city is rapidly declining because of it. To combat that, he's starting by canceling cruise-ship stops to Dubrovnik's port and imposing limits on tour operators running day trips to the city. While he is aware that it will lose the city money, he insists in the long run that it will prevail. "We will lose money in the next two years - a million Euros maybe, by cutting the number of tourists - but in the future we will gain much more. We deserve to be a top-quality destination," he told The Telegraph.
5 Beauty Purchases You Can Make Today That Will Help Hurricane Harvey Victims
By now, we've all witnessed the destruction Hurricane Harvey has left in and around Houston. In the wake of this natural disaster, relief efforts have seen an outpouring of support and donations from celebrities and private citizens alike. Beauty brands are no exception - countless cosmetic labels are donating portions of their proceeds toward the Red Cross and relief efforts.
Ahead are the five beauty brands that will donate your money to aid Harvey Victims. While this will help immensely, we also urge you to donate supplies, nonperishable food, and blood toward relief efforts. You can learn more here about what you can do to help flood victims.
How I Turned My Ikea Couch Into a $10,000 Designer Sofa
I don't believe you grow out of Ikea past the age of 25. I love the Swedish brand's minimalist aesthetic. And since I like to mix things up, the price point works for a design commitment-phobe like me. Despite my Ikea love, after three years, my Karlstad sofa started to look a bit sad. Since the low-profile sofa fit perfectly in my open living room, I decided to give it a designer-couch makeover instead of replacing it.
This Raleigh Sectional from Design Within Reach (pictured above) served as my inspiration. The walnut frame matched the midcentury vibe I strive for, and the light fabric color would add to the airy look in my bright living space. That sofa retails for as much as $10,000. I knew I could DIY the look for less. Read on for how I did it.
20 Fiber-Filled Apple Recipes That Help Cut Down on Added Sugars
Honestly, there's so much to love about apples. Sweet, juicy, and crunchy, the Fall favorite is incredibly satisfying to eat. It's just an added bonus that apples are good for you. We love how versatile apples are in recipes. In salads, they bring a nice crunchy texture; and they add sweetness and moisture to baked goods, while also allowing you to swap them in for sugar and oil.
Don't believe us? Challenge yourself to make at least 10 of these apple recipes this Fall. It's very likely they'll all become a part of your permanent recipe rotation throughout the season!
Be a Part of Our 4-Week Beginner Bodyweight Challenge
If you're completely new to strength training, doing bodyweight exercises is a great starting point. Since you don't need any equipment, you can do them anywhere, anytime. This four-week challenge incorporates six basic moves designed to target all your major muscle groups.
Here are instructions for the six different moves, followed by a four-week plan. Follow the plan and adjust it as needed according to your schedule and ability level.
The Intense Push-Up Variation That'll Change the Way Your Abs Look
Push-ups have got to be my all-time favorite upper-body exercise since they are so effective at targeting your chest and shoulders. There are so many variations to this basic exercise, so here's another one to add to your routine. Bonus: this move helps define your core, especially your obliques, the muscles on the sides of your torso that cinch your waist.
- Come into plank position (top of a push-up), with your hands under your shoulders, and your body in one straight line. If you can't do a push-up this way, just lower your knees to the floor (as shown in the second half of the video).
- As you bend your elbows out to the side and lower your torso toward the floor, bend your left knee and touch it to your left elbow.
- As you straighten your arms, come back to plank position with your left foot next to your right. Now lower your torso down and touch your right knee to your right elbow. Then return back to plank position.
- This counts as one repetition. Complete as many as you can, then stretch out your lower back and shoulders in Child's Pose for five breaths and then stretch out your pecs by doing Seated Heart Opener for five breaths.
20 Must-Have Classic Children's Books - and When to Introduce Them
It's never too early to start introducing your children to the classics - the kiddie classics, that is. We've rounded up 20 timeless children's books that are musts in every literary kid's library. From titles just for babes and toddlers like Goodnight Moon and Are You My Mother? to books that have been sparking the imaginations of older children for decades, these books are as relevant and extraordinary now as they were when you first read them.
If You Smoke Pot to Reduce Anxiety, It Turns Out There's a Perfect Amount To Use
Marijuana is being legalized for recreational use throughout the US, but how much should you smoke? Our friends at YourTango researched the perfect amount to reduce anxiety without inducing paranoia.
Smoke on!
I smoke pot.
I smoke it for three reasons.
I smoke it to help manage my crippling anxiety and panic disorders; I smoke it to help get me to sleep; and I smoke it to have the best sex of my life.
I don't smoke pot because I'm a lazy stoner whose only passion is Doritos. I don't smoke it to seem cool or get totally out of my mind like some wild co-ed.
I do it because it is one of very few things that can alleviate some of the major anxiety symptoms from which I suffer.
While I know that there are people who enjoy using marijuana suppositories in their vaginas, and marijuana lube to help loosen them up, I'm pretty old fashioned when it comes to how I introduce marijuana into my body: I use a vaporizer.
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My reasons for smoking marijuana are not unique. A Yahoo News-Marist survey found 37% of participants cited this stress-relieving benefit, compared to 19% who turn to marijuana for pain relief, 16% who use it "to have fun" and 3% who report its effectiveness both as a sleep aid and a sexual booster.
I avoided smoking marijuana for a really long time. A huge part of why I avoided it was for the same reason I have avoided other illegal recreational drugs. It wasn't out of fear of being caught or arrested. It's because I am convinced that the drugs will trigger a panic attack in me, or worse case scenario, make me so anxious and fraught that I never get normal again.
A lot of people smoke weed just to relax, and I know a fair amount of anxious people who credit medical marijuana with helping them live with and manage their symptoms.
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That said, I have also heard horror stories about my anxious friends having serious panic attacks after smoking weed. Everyone talks about finding a happy medium, managing your anxiety without triggering a panic attack, but to me when it comes to my brain's chemistry, it seemed a little foolhardy to play a guessing game when it came to how much weed I should be ingesting.
I wanted science, I wanted hard answers. However, eventually, with the advice of my therapist and a licensed doctor, I realized that trying a low dose of marijuana medicinally might hold the answer for me. I wasn't sure what low dose meant, but luckily because I saw a doctor, the numbers were taken care of for me.
That hasn't kept me from keeping up with all the news about pot for anxiety, though. Lately, there's been a lot more legitimate scientific research about weed and how it can affect the anxious mind. A recent study gave different groups varying amounts of weed and put them in a high-stress, two-hour interview environment and here's what they found:
"Compared to those who took the placebo, the 7.5 mg group experienced less distress in the course of the TSST and were less likely to view it as 'threatening and challenging.' The stress they experienced also didn't last long. Things didn't go so well for the 12.5 mg cohort, however, who reported 'increased negative mood' before and throughout the test; they were also more disposed to find the task threatening and challenging, even before they had begun. Finally, they demonstrated impaired performance on the test itself."
Related: 12 Things Only People With Anxiety Can Teach You About Life
So there you have it. If you want a real number to hold on to, 7.5 mg of THC is all that is required to make a person feel relaxed.
To put that number in real terms, smoking half an average-sized joint, a person will consume 33 to 39 milligrams of THC. Translation: Just a couple of puffs should do you. So don't go overboard.
If you're a person like me who loves the positive effects of marijuana on your anxiety and your sex life, it turns out that less is absolutely more. Obviously, this is just one study, but if you've held back from pot as an option like I did, you might find news like this super exciting.
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This Footage of a Utah Nurse Screaming For Help as a Cop Manhandles Her Will Leave You Livid
As the head nurse at Utah University Hospital's burn unit, it's Alex Wubbels's job to make sure hospital protocol and the rule of law is always followed on her watch. But on July 26, it was her brave refusal to abandon those duties, even for law enforcement, that resulted in a senselessly violent episode that was all caught on video.
It all started when Detective Jeff Payne requested to draw blood from an unconscious patient in Wubbels's unit. The Salt Lake City Tribune reported that Payne, a trained police phlebotomist, had originally been sent to collect this particular patient's blood to conduct a substance level check that would clear the driver of any wrong-doing following a collision that resulted in another individual's death. But when Wubbels calmly explained to the detective that it would be out of line with both hospital protocol and the law to do so, he became increasingly agitated. Full video footage on Deseret News shows that Payne threatened to arrest her if she refused to allow him to leave with a blood sample. Standing her ground, Wubbels got on the phone with her supervisor, who again confirmed that no blood should be drawn from a patient who is unable to provide consent.
WATCH: Shocking footage shows a Utah nurse being arrested for refusing to give a patient's blood to police http://pic.twitter.com/tVcc2WUBoi
- NBC News (@NBCNews) September 1, 2017
From there, the standoff between the nurse and detective turned violent. Wubbels's supervisor can be heard telling Detective Payne, "Sir, you're making a huge mistake because you're threatening a nurse." Payne appears to completely lose it after that remark, as he quickly moves to grab Wubbels immediately following the off-camera comment and angrily puts the nurse into handcuffs as she sobs. The most startling point in the footage, however, can be seen at the end when Detective Payne forcefully drags Wubbels into a police car as she screams "help me" to bystanders.
According to the Salt Lake City Tribune, the Salt Lake City police department is now conducting an internal investigation into the incident, though Payne has only been suspended from their blood-draw program and is currently still on the police department staff. As for Wubbels, she has not taken legal action against the department just yet, but says she is, however, sharing her story in hopes that it will shine a light on the need for better relationships between medical professionals and police officers.
A Joker Movie Is on the Way, and Warner Bros. Reportedly Wants to Cast Leonardo DiCaprio
After the critical disaster that was Suicide Squad hit theaters in 2016, many fans were shocked and annoyed that Batman's archenemy, the Joker, barely appears in the movie at all despite the character being featured heavily in the film's promotional campaign. Even Jared Leto, who played the classic supervillain, voiced his own frustration at the decision to cut a lot of the Joker's scenes. In what appears to be a direct response to that (or just another way to milk the DC Extended Universe machine), Warner Bros. has announced that a new stand-alone movie about his backstory is on the way. Unfortunately, not everyone in the Batman fandom is on board with the idea.
Do we get a Batwoman movie, a Birds of Prey movie? No. We get a fucking Joker movie from Todd Phillips. http://pic.twitter.com/4hiVmjYCMa
- Scott Stamper (@DerfelBarada) August 22, 2017
fans: we want an under the red hood movie! teen titans movie! man of steel sequel! more female-led movies!
dceu: here's a joker solo movie! http://pic.twitter.com/RqnoFLZVWE- nat (@jason_todds) August 22, 2017
There's plenty of arguments for how a Joker movie could work, but in the end it humanizes him and that's not a Joker I want tbh.
- 🍳 Eggs & Blakon 🥓 (@extrablakon) August 23, 2017
There are multiple reasons for the pushback. In the right hands, a Joker origin story could be great, but the studio's choice to tap Todd Phillips to cowrite and potentially direct isn't sitting well with fans, since Phillips's previous directing credits include mostly raunchy comedies like The Hangover, Due Date, and Old School. Lending some gravity to the project is Scott Silver (8 Mile, The Fighter), who is attached to cowrite the script with Phillips, which finds the Joker in Gotham City in the early 1980s.
The movie's reception will also depend heavily on the actor who takes up the villain's iconic mantle. Since Martin Scorsese is reportedly producing, rumors are now swirling that the studio is eyeing longtime Scorsese collaborator Leonardo DiCaprio for the role. According to The Hollywood Reporter, "there's no offer for DiCaprio, and sources say Scorsese's deal to produce isn't even done yet." So the chances that the Oscar winner will play the Joker are slim to none, at this point. Despite the odds, the rumors of a potential DiCaprio casting alone are enough to send the message that Warner Bros. is trying to put the Joker film on the same prestigious level of Christopher Nolan's award-worthy Dark Knight franchise.
Fans have already expressed worry over the studio's choice to recast Leto and the fact that the movie is being made instead of another female-led superhero (or supervillain) outing. It's obviously too early to judge the Joker film, but based on the DCEU's recent history, fans are right to be nervous.
Find Out What's Happened to Your Favorite Food Network Stars of Yesteryear
Believe it or not, The Next Food Network Star has run for 12 seasons and counting! Ever wonder what happened to some of the previous winners you may have forgotten about? We're taking a look back at every winner of the popular Food Network show, starting in 2005, including famous hosts you might not have realized competed on the show, like Guy Fieri.
13 Awesome Foods You Didn't Know You Could Get at Costco
There's always something new to discover at Costco. Besides the fact that there are so many ways to save money at Costco beyond the free samples, there are tons of products that you might not even realize are hiding within the packed shelves of the store. These are 13 unexpected, customer-approved groceries you'll want to keep your eye out for the next time you take a trip to Costco.
Enjoy the Last Days of Summer With This Beach Playlist
Summer is quickly drawing to a close, but there's still beach time - like this Labor Day weekend, maybe. If you've got a trip to the beach on your schedule anytime soon, make sure you bring your speakers along and set this Spotify playlist up to keep your ears happy while you soak up some sun. The music here spans decades, but all of it will keep your toes tapping while you escape the real world for just a little while.
- "What's My Age Again?" - Blink-182
- "Teenage Dirtbag" - Wheatus
- "Kiwi" - Harry Styles
- "Santeria" - Sublime
- "Send Me on My Way" - Rusted Root
- "Electric Feel" - MGMT
- "Ocean Avenue" - Yellowcard
- "Pocketful of Sunshine" - Natasha Bedingfield
- "Strip That Down" - Liam Payne feat. Quavo
- "Good Vibrations" - The Beach Boys
- "Stay" - Zedd feat. Alessia Cara
- "Slow Hands" - Niall Horan
- "Here Comes the Sun" - The Beatles
- "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" - The Rolling Stones
- "Olivia" - One Direction
- "Let's Dance" - David Bowie
- "Still Got Time" - Zayn feat. PartyNextDoor
- "Diamonds" - Rihanna
- "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" - Michael Jackson
- "Party in the USA" - Miley Cyrus
- "Back to You" - Louis Tomlinson feat. Bebe Rexha
- "Classic" - MKTO
- "Dynamite" - Taio Cruz
- "Fireflies" - Owl City
- "Get the Party Started" - Pink
- "Just Dance" - Lady Gaga
- "Run the World (Girls)" - Beyoncé
- "Thunder" - Imagine Dragons
- "I Gotta Feeling" - The Black Eyed Peas
- "Issues" - Julia Michaels
- "Replay" - Iyaz
- "Don't Trust Me" - 3OH!3
- "Swing, Swing" - The All-American Rejects
- "Baby" - Justin Bieber
- "Mrs All American" - 5 Seconds of Summer
- "Every Time We Touch" - Cascada
- "The Great Escape" - Boys Like Girls
- "Your Love Is My Drug" - Kesha
- "Kiss" - Prince
- "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" - Cyndi Lauper
- "Karma Chameleon" - Culture Club
- "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" - Wham!
- "You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)" - Dead or Alive
- "It's Raining Men" - The Weather Girls
- "Dancing Queen" - ABBA
- "Red Red Wine" - UB40
- "Dancing in the Dark" - Bruce Springsteen
- "Livin' on a Prayer" - Bon Jovi
- "Summer of '69" - Bryan Adams
- "Sweet Child o' Mine" - Guns N Roses
Don't forget to download the free Spotify app on your devices to find this playlist and any other fun selections we might have. Happy beach day!
10 Aluminum-Free Deodorants That Actually Keep You Stink Free
You can't talk about natural deodorants without a quick lesson in B.O. 101. First you need to know the difference between a deodorant and an antiperspirant. An antiperspirant has chemicals like aluminum to stop sweating altogether. The aluminum salts plug the sweat glands, preventing perspiration. On the other hand, a deodorant masks and neutralizes odor. But where does the stink come from in the first place? When the glands in your armpits emit sweat, the liquid interacts with the bacteria in the area to emit unsavory smells.
Natural deodorants use essential oils like tea tree and witch hazel to curb the bacteria. Some also have other less harmful minerals like zinc ricinoleate and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to keep the underarm area dry without stopping sweat altogether. In addition to getting rid of aluminum, most are also paraben free and safe for sensitive skin. If you're thinking about giving up antiperspirant, start with these 10 formulas that actually keep the stink at bay.
Pittsburgh Will Be First US Airport to Allow Nonflyers Through Security Again
Starting Sept. 5, the Pittsburgh, PA, airport will start allowing nonflyers through the security checkpoint for the first time since the Sept. 11 attacks. Everyone will still have to go through the same security measures as usual, but it will no longer be required to have a boarding pass to get through.
Those wanting to go through security but not fly, whether it's to eat, shop, or be with loved ones, will just need to get a myPITpass inside the airport. The pass, which requires an ID to obtain, will grant you access through security on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
A spokesperson for the TSA told Travel + Leisure that the agency is staffed to "handle the additional influx of people" and that they do not anticipate "any impact on checkpoint wait times." Also, during peak travel times, it's possible the myPITpass privileges may be revoked to make sure the actual travelers can get through security in a timely manner.
And while this is an exciting win for the Pittsburgh airport, there are currently no future plans to open up more US airports to the public at this time, according to reports from USA Today.
We Are Seriously Screaming Over Primark's (Very Affordable!) Disney Collection
Irish retailer Primark is simply slaying the fandom game. Not only did it release one of our favorite Harry Potter collections of all time, it also has a Disney collection that we can't get enough of. From Beauty and the Beast bedroom sets and bags to adorable slippers and themed accessories - well, let's just say we're having trouble deciding what to choose. Everything it is then!
Caviar Lips Are the Crazy-Cool New Trend Going Viral on Instagram
There's no shortage of creative lip art on Instagram, but the latest trend we're spotting takes unexpected inspiration from a fancy delicacy: caviar.
Consider caviar lips to be an evolution of the glitter lips trend we all loved last year. It also features a textured finish, but the look is made using caviar-like 3D embellishments such as tiny beads, pearls, or sequins (not actual caviar, thank goodness). We most recently spotted it on makeup artist Vlada Haggerty's page, but other makeup artists have been experimenting with similar 3D embellishments on lips since earlier this year. As for how the little "caviar" pieces stick on, makeup artist Greta Agazzi shared that she's used both MAC Lipglass and NYX Glitter Primer as bases.
Is the lip trend practical to wear to work? Nope. Will you be able to eat a burger with tiny "caviar" beads on? Maybe not. But is this makeup a mesmerizing work of art? Absolutely. Get more caviar lips inspiration ahead.
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.
Save the Pikas! These Pikachu Look-Alikes Are in Serious Trouble
Behold the cutest residents in all of North America: pikas. These tiny balls of harmless brown fluff live in the western mountain ranges of the US, spending their days munching on a variety of plants and blessing the internet with extreme levels of cuteness. In other words, pikas are a national treasure.
But I'm heartbroken to share that these are dark times for our furry friends. According to a recent study published in PLOS One journal, climate change is to blame. Researchers have found that pikas are rapidly disappearing from their habitat in California's Sierra Nevada mountain range, where rising heat is threatening to all but eliminate the highly temperature-sensitive species.
Pikas typically live in the lower parts of mountain ranges, where it has historically been cool enough for them to thrive. But as temperatures climb, pikas are forced to climb to higher and higher elevation levels in search of cooler areas. Unfortunately, it now seems that no matter how high these pikas climb, they're unable to find temperatures cool enough, causing them to overheat and die.
While pikas do exist in habitats outside of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the loss of this area as a suitable home for the pika is a worrying indicator of the global-warming-induced problems we have in store. For now, we have to do everything in our power to save the precious pikas and every other four-legged friend who is depending on us to act on climate change. Ahead, bask in the adorable glory of the pika and be reminded of the little lives at stake in the fight against global warming.
Surprise! Tarte Just Dropped Its Gorgeous New Holiday Collection Early
Tarte pulled a bit of a sneak attack on us all when it debuted its holiday 2017 collection today. We already got an exclusive peek at the highly anticipated Blush Book Volume III among the launches, but with more than 20 new arrivals, there is so much more goodness where that came from. The news broke on Instagram, where it was also announced that there will be free shipping on all orders through Sept.5 at 3 a.m. ET. So in case you didn't have any plans for the long holiday weekend, you better add makeup shopping to your list.
The packaging on all the limited-edition pieces is stunning, with gold accents, vibrant Moroccan prints, festive glitter, and rhinestones. There is a slight mystical seafaring theme with product names like Mermaid Kisses, Buried Treasure, and Treasured Tools. One standout is a brand-new eye shadow palette ($36) that boasts a gorgeous collection of bronzes, browns, pearls, and a crimson shade, all perfect for Fall.
Read on for more of the holiday loot ahead.
Edmonton Goop-debunker buoyed by renewed attack on Gwyneth Paltrow's wellness brand
Timothy Caulfield targeted Goop's famous founder with his last book, "Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything?"
50 of Mariah Carey's Sexiest Outfits Since 1993
Mariah Carey might have been in the music business for the past 27 years, but don't you dare to think for a second that means she's not still showing off her curves and beautiful legs any chance she gets (on the red carpet, in one of her music videos, and even when out and about in New York City). The singer with the powerful voice - mom to twins Moroccan and Monroe - could really rewear something she slipped on during her "Vision of Love" 1990s days in her current "I Don't" and Las Vegas residency phase and, quite honestly, we wouldn't blink twice. If it wasn't Mariah, we would think she probably already is, but we know better . . . especially after taking a deep dive into 24 years of her sexiest fashion moments.
3 Pumpkin Treats From Entenmann’s Returning to Store Shelves This Year!
'Tis the season for all things pumpkin spice, including the return of some of the best Entenmann's products! The beloved grocery-store bakery brand, which we turn to for all of our store-bought doughnut and crumb-cake needs, is blessing pumpkin-lovers with the return of three seasonal favorites, including its festive box of pumpkin doughnuts. As you're adding every available pumpkin spice product to your grocery list, be sure not to miss these sweet treats, available nationally this Fall.
Heart-Shaped Succulents Do Exist, and We're in Love
As maybe the sweetest, most sentimental of all the succulents, the hoya kerrii has won our hearts! Hailing from Southeast Asia, this heart-shaped succulent has a bloom so intricate and extravagant that it belongs on a wedding a cake. Also, we love that hoya kerii is a low-maintenance plant. The valentine hoya, as it's also known, likes warm humid conditions and doesn't like to be watered all that much, but appreciates at least a half a day of sun. Keep scrolling to learn more about this cutie and to see images of its fabulous bloom.
34 Tattoos Perfect For the Wallflower Types
If you're an introvert interested in getting inked, chances are you'll want to avoid big, loud tattoos that draw tons of attention from random passersby. Smaller, simpler designs suit your personality best. Introverts everywhere, this one's for you: here are 34 cute and crafty tattoos to consider, whether this is your first or next up on the list!
Proof That Jared Leto Has Had as Many Girlfriends as He Has Hairstyles
Jared Leto is one of the most eligible bachelors in Hollywood, and plenty of women have fallen victim to his enviable looks and undeniable charm over the years. You may recall that the Oscar winner and 30 Seconds to Mars frontman dated Cameron Diaz back in the day, and you're probably aware of that now-famous photo of then-girlfriend Scarlett Johansson trying to kiss him while he checked his cell phone, but how many of Jared's former flames do you really know about? We're looking back at his dating history, including serious romances and some maybe-true, maybe-not rumored dalliances. Keep reading to see them all now.
Watching These Cake Decorating Videos Is the Most Satisfying Thing You'll Do All Day
Let's be honest, the best part about Instagram is vicariously enjoying food through other people. Is there anything better than a crisp, clear image of a mouthwatering piece of pie or slice of pizza? The answer is no. So when we started to see the tantalizing trend of cake decorating pop up on social media, we had to get in on it with our own tie-dye cake video. Now, we're making dreams come true by rounding up the most satisfying cake decorating videos we could find and putting them in one place. Keep reading and consider this our gift to you.
These Sexy Pictures of Beyoncé Will Keep You Up All Night
Beyoncé knows how to keep us at the edge of our seats. The last few years have been huge for the singer, who dropped two surprise visual albums; performed at the Super Bowl; embarked on the Mrs. Carter Show World Tour, On the Run Tour, and Formation World Tour; and welcomed two beautiful twins into the world. Beyoncé has balanced her busy work life with sweet family time and spent the years sharing many of her personal and professional moments on her blog, including behind-the-scenes snaps, sexy onstage pics, and bikini-filled vacations. If you love Queen Bey as much as we do, take a look at some of her sexiest moments over the years.
Greet the Season With These 13 Beautiful Fall Wreaths
There's no better way to show the world you're excited for Fall than by decorating your front door. That's why we rounded up our favorite wreaths that will give your home a festive touch. Stores like Crate & Barrel, Wayfair, Pier 1 Imports, World Market, and more have recently released their seasonal picks, and we're loving them. Take a look at our top 13 options, and choose one that matches your style. It's time to start decorating!
The 9 Best Houseplants For Bathrooms
Anyone with a love for plants knows how they can cheer up a space! Indoor plants add a pop of color and freshness, and some can even help improve the air in your home. And what better room to freshen up than your bathroom? While it's not always the first room in your home you'd consider adding a plant to, your bathroom actually provides ideal growing conditions for certain species. With the moisture-heavy and often warm temperatures, bathrooms are the perfect place to add some flora to your home.
We Made a Family Scrapbook For Beyoncé, Jay Z, and Blue Ivy, Because Why Not
Beyoncé blessed the world with two tiny future moguls this Summer, and the excitement just can't be contained. We can't think of a better time to look back on Bey's best photos with husband Jay Z and their 5-year-old daughter Blue, who just became a big sister (times two)!
Can You Spot the Kid Drowning in This Public Pool Before the Lifeguard Does?
A day at the pool isn't all fun and games - and no one knows that better than the lifeguard.
Drowning can happen in the blink of an eye and even when people are within arm's reach of the victim. As much as we think we might notice someone struggling in the water, drowning is often a silent killer.
Thankfully, in this real-life video taken at a public wave pool, a boy is spotted drowning within seconds by a resourceful lifeguard - likely well before anyone watching this footage, even knowing what to search for, could spot him.
The lifeguard sounds her whistle, swims out to the boy who lost hold of his floating ring, and carries him to safety.
One important factor to note is that this video includes sound, but you never hear the boy's cries for help. That's because when someone is drowning, contrary to what many assume, they can't call out - there isn't time to inhale or exhale. Often, they aren't able to wave their arms, which was a lucky ability for the child at this particular pool.
So can you find him?
14 Ways Real People Got Their Raises
Feel like it's time that your employer ups the ante on payday? If you've been working at your job for awhile and think it's time to talk about getting a raise, check out these suggestions by Redditors for the best ways to go about getting the extra cash you want.
- Make sure that it's a realistic request before you ask for it. You can ask for a raise if you've been with the company for a solid period of time or if your duties have significantly changed or increased enough to truly merit a raise. If you ask for one without support for your request, it will seem unprofessional.
- Approach the conversation like it's an interview. Identify whom you need to be speaking with, and schedule a time to talk with him or her. Be as professional as possible, even if you have a more familiar relationship with them.
- Lay out your contributions to the company since you've been there. Reddit user ampersand_bananas advises you to "connect the actions you've completed with the positive results of the company." This will help make it clear why you are valuable, especially if you use numbers and specific examples wherever possible.
- Indicate how your role has changed over time and why that merits more compensation. Emphasize new responsibilities that you've taken on since you were hired or since your last raise. A great way to word this, from Reddit user CitizenSam, is to say something along the lines of "with my new, added responsibilities, my current rate really isn't appropriate anymore. I need a salary that's more commensurate with the type of duties I have now."
- Emphasize your reliability. Bring up examples regarding your attendance record, your eagerness to fill in for someone who was out, and your general reliability to perform what is expected of you daily.
- Be direct but not confrontational. Avoid being too pushy, but also make a strong case for yourself with confidence.
- Have a number in mind. "Be prepared to offer a suggested raise amount. They may not ask, but have something - something reasonable," advised Reddit user kcell. Have a number in mind for how much you want the raise to be, and expect to negotiate down from that number - it's always a good idea to aim higher than you think you need to.
- State, with facts rather than opinions, what you have done for the company. Avoid words like "I think" and "I feel," and instead be firm and informative.
- Bring up times you went above and beyond. Reddit user nyudo2 says to "focus on the additional tasks you do" as well as on your efficiency. If you have completed any extra training or done anything past the regular call of duty for your position, make sure to bring up those instances.
- Avoid bringing up personal reasons for the raise. You may have just moved, just had a new addition to the family, or have extra bills to pay, but your employer does not want or need to hear about this. One user made the point that you weren't hired "because you needed money, you were hired because you provided something of value to the company."
- Be cautious when bringing up other opportunities that you have seen or have been offered. This can sometimes be beneficial, but it can also make it seem like your current job is expendable to you, and if your boss won't budge on a raise, he or she may be OK with letting you go. Basically, you shouldn't threaten to leave unless you're really OK with doing so, if it came down to it.
- Accept an offer for a temporary, or "trial," raise if you are given one. A temporary raise can be a great stepping stone to receiving a full raise - just make sure that you work hard in the interim to prove that you deserve it. Be open to other additional compensation, like more vacation days or extra job perks, if an increase in salary is nonnegotiable at the time.
- Express positive feelings and feedback about your position. Indicate that you like your position and want to continue to be challenged and grow within the company.
- Follow up. Reddit user justagreewithme reflected that a common hurdle he has experienced when seeking a raise was the indefinite "put off to another time," adding that "you cannot allow them to do this." If they need to think things over or speak to HR, he suggests that you find out a specific date or time for an answer to be given. Be sure to follow through and contact your employer if you don't hear back by the deadline discussed.
This Is How All Your Favorite Chefs Make Chicken Breasts
It's no secret that boneless, skinless chicken breasts aren't the most exciting ingredient, but they're certainly one of the most popular among home cooks. If you're feeling totally uninspired by your usual chicken recipes, allow these chef-approved tips to get you out of your rut. Here's how some of the best Food Network personalities and more of our favorite celebrity cooks transform their chicken breasts.
Alton Brown: Pounded Thin
Alton Brown's recipe is for chicken kiev, a popular dish that involves pounding the chicken breasts thin before stuffing them with herbed butter, coating them in breadcrumbs, and frying them. Alton's pro tip is to refrigerate the rolled-up, stuffed chicken breasts for at least an hour so they stay intact while being fried, so you don't have to worry about pesky butcher's twine.
Ina Garten: Lemon on Lemon
Ina's lemon chicken breasts recipe has a five-star rating out of more than 600 reviews, and it's easy to see why. She makes sure there's maximum lemon flavor by baking the chicken breasts with plenty of zest, juice, and wedges.
Chrissy Teigen: With a Brick
Yes, an actual brick. Once you try the technique in Chrissy Teigen's brick chicken recipe, you might never go back.
Rachael Ray: Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed
Rachael Ray's spinach- and mushroom-stuffed chicken is further proof that stuffing your food is always a good idea. A filling made of spinach, mushrooms, ricotta, parmesan, and garlic results in chicken that's anything but bland.
Giada De Laurentiis: Piccata
Giada's foolproof chicken piccata is the ultimate Italian-style chicken dinner. With a short list of impactful ingredients (butter, lemon juice, chicken stock, and capers), you can make your own restaurant-worthy chicken.
Ted Allen: Parmesan-Crusted
When in doubt, add parmesan cheese. Chopped host Ted Allen recommends baking the chicken in a crunchy crust of panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
10 Kitchen Organization Tips to Steal From Chip and Joanna Gaines
Not everyone is lucky enough to get a Fixer Upper home makeover from Chip and Joanna Gaines, but what everyone can do is steal a few tips from the experts themselves. If anyone knows how to create an organized kitchen, it's Joanna Gaines, and she often shares behind-the-scenes snaps of her home life and HGTV projects with her millions of fans on Instagram. With the following ideas in mind, you can create a clean and inspiring kitchen space that's both Gaines family- and Marie Kondo-approved.
39 Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Moments That Will Put a Smile on Your Face and a Song in Your Heart
It seems like just yesterday we were celebrating the birth of Beyoncé and Jay Z's little girl, but now Blue Ivy Carter is all grown up and totally owning the spotlight that was set for her back in January 2012. From joining their lavish vacations and visits to the White House to taking over the MTV VMAs on more than one occasion, Bey and her 5-year-old daughter have shared plenty of adorable moments. And now their family is even sweeter, because Bey gave birth to twins! As Blue settles into her role as big sister, keep reading to see the cutest pictures of her and Beyoncé's one-of-a-kind bond.
Selena Gomez Follows a Very Important Skincare Rule You Should Know Well
With her famously glowing complexion, Selena Gomez has women everywhere trying to uncover her beauty secrets. As you might expect, she splurges on top-quality products, but you might be surprised to learn that she also still has to deal with skin woes, just like we do.
Selena is known for making her skincare routine a high priority. Inspired by her grandmother, Selena has worked to take care of her skin from a young age, using the same Olay products that both her grandma and her mom used. She also regularly uses a cult favorite, the Clarisonic brush and cleanser, to wash her face in the morning. And as she told Elle, she's just like the rest of us: she can't sleep with her makeup on or she'll wake up with breakouts.
In 2016, Selena gave Allure the scoop on how she and her makeup artist keep her face looking fabulous throughout a concert: "My makeup artist mixes foundation with moisturizer to keep it extremely light, and she only does one layer. Also, she usually focuses only on the eyes so that it's a strong, bold eye and soft lip, or we make it the opposite."
Off stage, Selena often preps for events with makeup artist Hung Vanngo, who revealed to The Hollywood Reporter that he prefers a minimalist look, as "it will always make you look radiant, young, and not overly done." Some of his favorite products for creating Selena's fresh, glowy face include Chanel Vitalumiere Foundation in 40 Beige, Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard, Nars Light Reflecting Pressed Setting Powder, and Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Killer Cheekbones.
He also uses moisturizing skincare products, like Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream and Creamy Eye Treatment With Avocado, to maintain Selena's dewy complexion. "Selena and I work well together because we both think beautiful skin can almost be as good as makeup," he said.
Our Love of Lisa Frank Inspired This Rainbow Smoothie Bowl
To ensure you're getting all the nutrients you need, you should aim to eat the rainbow! This smoothie bowl inspired by the queen of rainbows, Lisa Frank, is a beautiful and tasty way to accomplish this.
Tone Your Entire Body With This Bodyweight Workout
In our January Jump-Start Workout Plan, we want to keep you moving every day - for two weeks. Here's another at-home workout to help you rev up your fitness life. In only 20 minutes, we will work your entire body with no equipment needed. And if you are new to working out, we offer modifications for beginners so everyone can follow along. To start your sweat sesh, just press play.
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Mark Zuckerberg Pens Powerful Post Defending DACA and the Dreamers
Back in February, President Donald Trump said he would "show great heart" when it came to the status of the Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program - and the 800,000 immigrants who are currently protected under it. However, despite pleas from 2,000 government leaders and officials around the country, the president might end the DACA program anyway. On Aug. 31, a new call to protect the young immigrants, known as Dreamers, came in the form of a letter signed by 300 business leaders, including a personal Facebook post from Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
Signed by CEOs from Airbnb, Lyft, Netflix, Apple, and Google, the letter was posted on FWD.us, an organization dedicated to immigration reform. In it, the business leaders write to the president, as well as House Speaker Paul Ryan, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, and Senate Minority Leader Senator Charles E. Schumer. The letter states, "As entrepreneurs and business leaders, we are concerned about new developments in immigration policy that threaten the future of young undocumented immigrants brought to America as children." It goes on to express how much Dreamers have contributed to society and to subject them to the threat of deportation if DACA is ended would be extremely detrimental to the economy and our society. It ends with, "We call on President Trump to preserve the DACA program. We call on Congress to pass the bipartisan DREAM Act or legislation that provides these young people raised in our country the permanent solution they deserve." A separate statement from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella also expresses Nadella's support of DACA and the Dreamers. POPSUGAR cofounders Lisa and Brian Sugar also joined hundreds of business leaders and entrepreneurs - including Zuckerberg - in signing an additional open letter opposing the termination of DACA, which was released later the same night.
In a separate Facebook post on Aug. 31, Zuckerberg wrote why he "stand[s] with the Dreamers." He not only wants Trump to keep DACA alive but for Congress to also pass the DREAM Act of 2017 to ensure the protection of the Dreamers. "These young people represent the future of our country and our economy," Zuckerberg wrote. "They are our friends and family, students and young leaders in our communities. I hope you will join us in speaking out." You can read the full post ahead.
I stand with the Dreamers -- the young people brought to our country by their parents. Many have lived here as long as...
Posted by Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday, August 31, 2017
According to a report from Fox News, Trump is expected to end DACA. Though White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said in a press briefing on Aug. 31 that DACA is still "under review," many do not believe Trump will "show great heart" to these young immigrants.
This story was updated on Sept. 3 to reflect the fact that Lisa and Brian Sugar signed the Open Letter From Leaders of American Industry on DACA.
All Food From Chinese Restaurants Contains MSG and More Secrets Revealed by an Employee
If you've always wanted to know what really goes on inside a Chinese restaurant, you're in luck. A restaurant employee recently did a Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) entitled Your Typical Chinese Restaurant Employee, and he answered a lot of users' questions that touched on everything except the exact recipes (some things have to remain a secret!). He wrote, "I am Chinese. Parents are Chinese. Parents own a typical take out Chinese food restaurant. I have worked there almost all my life and I know almost all the ins and outs." Curious about his insider secrets? Read on for some of the standout questions and answers, and then catch up on the whole AMA here.
1. The secret to authentic Chinese food is the sauce.
Someone mentioned that they try to make Chinese food at home but it's never nearly as good - not even "as good as the worst Chinese takeout." Turns out, the major difference is the sauce.
2. Using a wok makes a difference.
Another reason your homemade stir fries and lo mein might not taste authentic is that using a wok is far superior to a regular skillet. "The ability to flash cook in a wok makes a big difference believe it or not."
3. North American Chinese food is cheaper.
4. The secret to the chicken in dishes like General Tso's is the breading.
5. Yes, many restaurants really do use the same images for the menu.
6. Don't believe a restaurant if it says it doesn't have MSG . . . it's already in soy sauce and many other sauces.
7. The best thing to order is anything Mongolian style. At least, that's this guy's personal favorite.
8. The one thing you should NEVER order is . . . fries.
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