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.
vendredi 13 juillet 2018
Announcing the 2018 Emmy Nominees!
It might feel like just yesterday that we were celebrating exciting wins for Elisabeth Moss, the cast of Big Little Lies, and more stars at the 2017 Emmys, but this year's award season is fast approaching. While there are plenty of familiar faces on the long, long list of worthy candidates, there are also a few surprises. Check out all the nominees below, and get ready for the 70th annual award show on Sept. 17, which will be hosted by Saturday Night Live's Colin Jost and Michael Che.
OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES
The Americans
The Crown
Game of Thrones
The Handmaid's Tale
Stranger Things
This Is Us
Westworld
OUTSTANDING COMEDY SERIES
Atlanta
Barry
Black-ish
Curb Your Enthusiasm
GLOW
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Silicon Valley
The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR IN A LIMITED SERIES OR MOVIE
Antonio Banderas, Genius: Picasso
Darren Criss, The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story
Benedict Cumberbatch, Patrick Melrose
Jeff Daniels, The Looming Tower
John Legend, Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert
Jesse Plemons, "USS Callister," Black Mirror
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS IN A LIMITED SERIES OR MOVIE
Jessica Biel, The Sinner
Laura Dern, The Tale
Michelle Dockery, Godless
Edie Falco, Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Murders
Regina King, Seven Seconds
Sarah Paulson, American Horror Story: Cult
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Anthony Anderson, Black-ish
Donald Glover, Atlanta
William H. Macy, Shameless
Bill Hader, Barry
Ted Danson, The Good Place
Larry David, Curb Your Enthusiasm
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES
Pamela Adlon, Better Things
Rachel Brosnahan, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Issa Rae, Insecure
Allison Janney, Mom
Tracee Ellis Ross, Black-ish
Lily Tomlin, Grace and Frankie
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Jason Bateman, Ozark
Sterling K. Brown, This Is Us
Ed Harris, Westworld
Milo Ventimiglia, This Is Us
Matthew Rhys, The Americans
Jeffrey Wright, Westworld
OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
Claire Foy, The Crown
Tatiana Maslany, Orphan Black
Sandra Oh, Killing Eve
Elisabeth Moss, The Handmaid's Tale
Keri Russell, The Americans
Evan Rachel Wood, Westworld
OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Matt Smith, The Crown
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Game of Thrones
Peter Dinklage, Game of Thrones
David Harbour, Stranger Things
Mandy Patinkin, Homeland
Joseph Fiennes, The Handmaid's Tale
OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
Alexis Bledel, The Handmaid's Tale
Vanessa Kirby, The Crown
Millie Bobby Brown, Stranger Things
Ann Dowd, The Handmaid's Tale
Yvonne Strahovski, The Handmaid's Tale
Thandie Newton, Westworld
Lena Headey, Game of Thrones
OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Louie Anderson, Baskets
Tituss Burgess, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Alec Baldwin, Saturday Night Live
Kenan Thompson, Saturday Night Live
Brian Tyree Henry, Atlanta
Tony Shalhoub, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Henry Winkler, Barry
OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES
Alex Borstein, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Betty Gilpin, GLOW
Kate McKinnon, Saturday Night Live
Aidy Bryant, Saturday Night Live
Leslie Jones, Saturday Night Live
Laurie Metcalf, Roseanne
Megan Mullally, Will & Grace
Zazie Beetz, Atlanta
OUTSTANDING REALITY-COMPETITION PROGRAM
The Amazing Race
American Ninja Warrior
RuPaul's Drag Race
Top Chef
Project Runway
The Voice
OUTSTANDING VARIETY SKETCH SERIES
At Home With Amy Sedaris
Drunk History
I Love You, America With Sarah Silverman
Portlandia
Saturday Night Live
The Tracey Ullman Show
OUTSTANDING VARIETY TALK SERIES
Full Frontal With Samantha Bee
The Daily Show With Trevor Noah
Jimmy Kimmel Live
Last Week Tonight With John Oliver
The Late Late Show With James Corden
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
OUTSTANDING LIMITED SERIES
The Alienist
The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story
Genius: Picasso
Godless
Patrick Melrose
OUTSTANDING GUEST ACTRESS IN A DRAMA
Diana Rigg, Game of Thrones
Cicely Tyson, How to Get Away With Murder
Viola Davis, Scandal
Kelly Jenrette, The Handmaid's Tale
Cherry Jones, The Handmaid's Tale
Samira Wiley, The Handmaid's Tale
OUTSTANDING GUEST ACTOR IN A DRAMA
F. Murray Abraham, Homeland
Cameron Britton, Mindhunter
Matthew Goode, The Crown
Gerald McRaney, This Is Us
Ron Cephas Jones, This Is Us
Jimmi Simpson, Westworld
OUTSTANDING GUEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY
Wanda Sykes, Black-ish
Tina Fey, Saturday Night Live
Tiffany Haddish, Saturday Night Live
Maya Rudolph, The Good Place
Jane Lynch, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Molly Shannon, Will & Grace
OUTSTANDING REALITY SHOW HOST
W. Kamau Bell, United Shades of America With W. Kamau Bell
RuPaul Charles, RuPaul's Drag Race
Ellen DeGeneres, Ellen's Game of Games
Jane Lynch, Hollywood Game Night
Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn, Project Runway
OUTSTANDING TELEVISION MOVIE
Fahrenheit 451
Flint
Paterno
The Tale
Black Mirror, "USS Callister"
OUTSTANDING STRUCTURED REALITY PROGRAM
Antiques Roadshow
Fixer Upper
Queer Eye
Lip Sync Battle
Shark Tank
Who Do You Think You Are?
OUTSTANDING UNSTRUCTURED REALITY PROGRAM
Born This Way
Deadliest Catch
Intervention
Naked and Afraid
RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked
United Shades of America With W. Kamau Bell
OUTSTANDING VARIETY SPECIAL LIVE
The 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards
60th Annual Grammy Awards
Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert
Night of Too Many Stars: America Unites For Autism Programs
The Oscars
OUTSTANDING VARIETY SPECIAL PRE-RECORDED
Carol Burnett Show 50th Anniversary Special
Carpool Karaoke Primetime Special 2018
Dave Chappelle: Equanimity
Full Frontal With Samantha Bee Presents: The Great American* Puerto Rico (*It's Complicated)
Steve Martin & Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget For the Rest of Your Life
OUTSTANDING CINEMATOGRAPHY FOR A NONFICTION PROGRAM
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
Blue Planet II, "The Deep"
Blue Planet II, "One Ocean"
Chef's Table
Jane
OUTSTANDING PICTURE EDITING FOR A NONFICTION PROGRAM
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
The Defiant Ones
Jane
Wild Wild Country
The Zen Diaries Of Garry Shandling
OUTSTANDING SHORT FORM NONFICTION OR REALITY SERIES
The Americans: The Final Season
Anthony Bourdain: Explore Parts Unknown
The Assassination Of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story: America's Obsessions
Jay Leno's Garage
Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen
OUTSTANDING INFORMATIONAL SERIES OR SPECIAL
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
Leah Remini: Scientology And The Aftermath
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman
StarTalk With Neil deGrasse Tyson
Vice
OUTSTANDING SOUND EDITING FOR A NONFICTION PROGRAM
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
Blue Planet II
The Defiant Ones
Jane
The Vietnam War
Wild Wild Country
OUTSTANDING SOUND MIXING FOR A NONFICTION PROGRAM (SINGLE OR MULTI-CAMERA)
Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown, "Lagos"
The Defiant Ones, "Episode 1"
Jane
The Vietnam War, "Episode 6: Things Fall Apart"
Wild Wild Country, "Part 1"
OUTSTANDING WRITING FOR A NONFICTION PROGRAM
Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown, "Southern Italy"
The Defiant Ones, "Episode 1"
Icarus
Jane
Mister Rogers: It's You I Like
The Vietnam War, "Episode 8: The History Of The World"
OUTSTANDING WRITING FOR A LIMITED SERIES, MOVIE, OR DRAMATIC SPECIAL
American Vandal, "Clean Up"
The Assassination Of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, "House by the Lake"
Godless
Patrick Melrose
Twin Peaks
Black Mirror, "USS Callister"
OUTSTANDING WRITING FOR A COMEDY SERIES
Atlanta ("Alligator Man," Donald Glover)
Atlanta ("Barbershop," Stefani Robinson)
Barry ("Chapter One: Make Your Mark," Alec Berg and Bill Hader)
Barry ("Chapter Seven: Loud, Fast And Keep Going," Liz Sarnoff)
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel ("Pilot," Amy Sherman-Palladino)
Silicon Valley ("Fifty-One Percent," Alec Berg)
OUTSTANDING WRITING FOR A DRAMA SERIES
The Americans ("Start," Joel Fields and Joe Weisberg)
The Crown ("Mystery Man," Peter Morgan)
Game Of Thrones ("The Dragon And The Wolf," David Benioff and D.B. Weiss)
The Handmaid's Tale ("June," Bruce Miller)
Killing Eve ("Nice Face," Phoebe Waller-Bridge)
Stranger Things ("Chapter Nine: The Gate," The Duffer Brothers)
OUTSTANDING DIRECTING FOR A DRAMA SERIES
The Assassination Of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story ("The Man Who Would Be Vogue," Ryan Murphy)
Godless (Scott Frank)
Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert (David Leveaux)
The Looming Tower ("9/11," Craig Zisk)
Paterno (Barry Levinson)
Patrick Melrose (Edward Berger)
Twin Peaks (David Lynch)
OUTSTANDING DIRECTING FOR A COMEDY SERIES
Atlanta ("FUBU," Donald Glover)
Atlanta ("Teddy Perkins," Hiro Murai)
Barry ("Chapter One: Make Your Mark," Bill Hader)
GLOW ("Pilot," Jesse Peretz)
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel ("Pilot," Amy Sherman-Palladino)
Silicon Valley ("Initial Coin Offering," Mike Judge)
OUTSTANDING DIRECTING FOR A VARIETY SPECIAL
Dave Chappelle: Equanimity (Stan Lathan)
Jerry Seinfeld: Jerry Before Seinfeld (Michael Bonfiglio)
The Oscars (Glenn Weiss)
Steve Martin & Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget For The Rest Of Your Life (Marcus Raboy)
Super Bowl LII Halftime Show Starring Justin Timberlake (Hamish Hamilton)
OUTSTANDING DIRECTING FOR A VARIETY SERIES
Full Frontal With Samantha Bee ("Episode 2061," Andre Allen)
Last Week Tonight With John Oliver ("Episode 421," Paul Pennolino)
The Late Late Show With James Corden ("Episode 0416," Tim Mancinelli)
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert ("Episode 438," Jim Hoskinson)
Portlandia ("Riot Spray," Carrie Brownstein)
Saturday Night Live ("Host: Donald Glover," Don Roy King)
OUTSTANDING NARRATOR
Sir David Attenborough, Blue Planet II
Carl Reiner, If You're Not In The Obit, Eat Breakfast
Morgan Freeman, March Of The Penguins 2: The Next Step
Charles Dance, Savage Kingdom
Liev Schreiber, 24/7
OUTSTANDING CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
Alexa & Katie
Fuller House
The Magical Wand Chase: A Sesame Street Special
A Series of Unfortunate Events
Star Wars Rebels
OUTSTANDING ANIMATED PROGRAM
Baymax Returns (Big Hero 6: The Series)
Bob's Burgers
Rick and Morty
The Simpsons
South Park
OUTSTANDING SHORT FORM VARIETY SERIES
Between The Scenes - The Daily Show
Carpool Karaoke: The Series
Creating Saturday Night Live
Gay Of Thrones
Honest Trailers
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon - Cover Room
OUTSTANDING PERIOD COSTUMES
The Alienist
The Crown
Genius: Picasso
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Outlander
OUTSTANDING FANTASY/SCI-FI COSTUMES
Fahrenheit 451
Game Of Thrones
The Handmaid's Tale
A Series Of Unfortunate Events
Westworld
OUTSTANDING CONTEMPORARY COSTUMES
The Assassination Of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story
black-ish
Empire
Grace And Frankie
This Is Us
OUTSTANDING COSTUMES FOR VARIETY, NONFICTION, OR REALITY PROGRAMMING
Dancing With The Stars
Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert
RuPaul's Drag Race
Saturday Night Live, "Host: Natalie Portman"
Tracey Ullman's Show
OUTSTANDING MAKEUP FOR A SINGLE-CAMERA SERIES (NONPROSTHETIC)
Game Of Thrones, "The Dragon and the Wolf"
GLOW, "Money's In The Chase"
The Handmaid's Tale, "Unwomen"
This Is Us, "Number Three"
Vikings, "Homeland"
Westworld, "Akane No Mai"
Queer Eye Fans, Try Not to WEEP When You Watch the Fab 5 Learn About Their Emmy Nomination
JVN's reaction to finding out #QueerEye AND #GayOfThrones scored Emmy noms this morning is too pure - and then there's Tan, Antoni, Karmo, and Bobby's reaction to his double nom 😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/GnCVKJtTsw
- Jarett Wieselman (@JarettSays) July 12, 2018
After one episode of Queer Eye, it's clear that the Fab Five - lifestyle coaches Karamo Brown, Antoni Porowski, Bobby Berk, Tan France, and Jonathan Van Ness - have an extremely special friendship. But it's the moments that happen when cameras aren't rolling (or so they think!) which speak the most about the group's close bond.
When news broke that Queer Eye received its first Emmy nominations, Netflix staffer Jarett Wieselman caught the Fab Five's reaction on camera . . . and the sweet moment that followed when the cast celebrated an inconsolable Jonathan Van Ness, who was doubly nominated thanks to his work on Funny or Die's comedy series Gay of Thrones.
The group's excitement turned into the sweetest group hug when Bobby, Tan, Karamo, and Antoni realized the nomination's significance for Jonathan. The four men wrapped their friend, who was weeping with joy, in a big group hug and showered him with congratulations and encouragement. Trust us, it's even cuter than you're imagining - just press play above!
A Chronological Guide to All the Movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
When Marvel released Iron Man in 2008, few people would have guessed the Marvel Cinematic Universe would expand the way it has. Over 10 years later, the MCU has definitely cemented its place in pop culture thanks to billion-dollar blockbuster hits like Black Panther and Avengers: Infinity War, as well as a roster teeming with incredible characters. Although it might be hard to believe it's been a full decade since the MCU began, the best part is that the movies just keep getting better and better.
So far, Marvel has almost 20 movies in its arsenal, which makes keeping track of the chronological order in which the events of each movie occur a little bit difficult. It might seem like a lot at first, but the satisfaction of actually watching them in order is oh so sweet (if you have, oh, I don't know, a trillion hours on your hands) and will give you a fuller picture of the MCU. In anticipation of upcoming movies like Ant-Man and the Wasp and Captain Marvel, we went ahead and put them in order, just in case you need some clarification. You might want to bookmark this!
5 Sexy Justin Bieber Music Videos That Will Have You Singing, "Baby, Baby, Baby Oh"
It's easy to see why people (myself included) are so enamored with Justin Bieber. I mean, he has those puppy dog eyes that can instantly melt anyone into a puddle and this sexy swagger that just gets people all hot and bothered. On top of that, he has a voice unlike any other and the dance moves to match. And as happy as I am for Bieber that he's engaged to Hailey Baldwin, it also breaks my heart that he's officially taken. Luckily, we'll always have his sexy music videos to drool over. See them ahead.
Kacey Musgraves Will Give You Major Dolly Parton Vibes in the Video For "High Horse"
How many fierce, retro looks does Kacey Musgraves serve in her music video for "High Horse"? Enough that you'll want to watch it over and over again all day long. The dreamy, colorful footage for the Golden Hour track features the country star in a storyline straight out of 1980s 9 to 5, fantasizing about ways to get revenge on her truly nasty trio of bosses (sadly Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin do not make cameos). She also gets to literally get on a high horse and ride off into the night after rocking one of the best glittery jumpsuits of all time during karaoke, so check it out above.
Fans Are Freaking Out Over This Little-Known Fact About The Princess Diaries
If you're above the age of 20, then chances are not only have you seen The Princess Diaries, but you also deeply identity with Mia Thermopolis on a level that no one but your therapist understands. You probably also think you know everything about the movie that shaped a generation and pushed Anne Hathaway into stardom. Well, apparently The Princess Diaries can still surprise us, as people were thoroughly shocked to learn that late legend Whitney Houston was a producer for the 2001 film.
Yes that's right, Whitney Houston had a hand in bringing the royal family of Genovia back together. Netflix, which recently made The Princess Diaries available for streaming, started the whole business with a tweet on Monday morning. "Excuse me, but I have to call everyone I've ever met and yell at them for not telling me Whitney Houston produced The Princess Diaries," the streaming service tweeted with a screenshot of Houston's producing credit as proof.
Some people were shook to their very core. How could they have missed out on that fact after watching the movie about 1,000 times? Others weren't so surprised, in fact they took the time to enlighten people on the fact that Houston also produced several other well-known projects, including the 1997 classic TV film Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (which she also starred in as the Fairy Godmother). Naturally people had a lot of thoughts, and we rounded them up so you could enjoy exactly how mind-blown they are.
Hello? Police? Dictionary.com Just Straight-Up Roasted Kylie Jenner
This week, Forbes caused a bit of a stir by releasing a new cover story on Kylie Jenner. The title of the issue is "America's Women Billionaires," and a little blurb describes the reality star: "At 21, she's set to be the youngest-ever self-made billionaire. Welcome to the era of extreme fame leverage." Listen, there's no denying the power of Kylie, who, earlier this year, wiped more than a billion dollars in Snapchat's market value with a single tweet. Even so, the consensus on the internet is that she isn't quite self-made.
Yes, Kylie has created an empire in the beauty landscape with Kylie Cosmetics. But where would she be without Keeping Up With the Kardashians? And would she have gotten to this place in her life without the privilege and wealth of her family, and the masterminding of Kris Jenner? I mean, probably not. Though many were quick to point this out in the wake of the Forbes cover drop, no commentary was quite as succinct and searing as that of Dictionary.com.
Self-made means having succeeded in life unaided.
Used in a sentence: Forbes says that Kylie Jenner is a self-made woman. https://t.co/sr8Ncd7s5A https://t.co/ehEL7Cf6KV- Dictionary.com (@Dictionarycom) July 11, 2018
As if it wasn't enough for the digital dictionary to unleash a definition of "self-made" that clearly excludes Kylie, their sentence is especially salacious, as though Forbes is the only force on Earth trying to put Kylie and "self-made" in the same wheelhouse. Then again, maybe it wasn't shade or a roast at all, and Dictionary.com was just providing a service. After all, as noted in a different tweet, searches for the term had sky-rocketed more than 18,000 percent that day. But, you know, I'd argue the best kind of shade or reading is easy to dispute and hard to detect. Touché, Dictionary.com. May we all have such ruthless tact in our own future endeavors.
Becca Sent Wills Home on The Bachelorette, and Bachelor Nation Is NOT OK
Seven episodes in, we've gotten used to Becca Kufrin eliminating suitor after suitor on her season of The Bachelorette. Recently, we watched through our fingers as both David and Jordan got the ax, followed by a seriously cringeworthy goodbye to Chris. But nothing prepared us for Becca's choice to send Wills Reid home on Monday night.
After telling Leo it just wasn't working out during a group date in the Bahamas, it was down to the 29-year-old graphic designer and Buffalo, NY, native Jason Tartick in terms of whom Becca would choose for her fourth hometown date. Sadly, Wills, a Harry Potter fanatic and fashion icon, got the boot. On the bright side, he now has all of Bachelor Nation rallying for ABC to make him the next Bachelor (they settled on adding him to the new season of Bachelor in Paradise, FYI). See the best tweets about his heartbreaking exit ahead.
It's Really Happening! The Game of Thrones Prequel Will Start Filming in Belfast
There's still a ways to go before the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones begins in 2019, but luckily that doesn't mean we have to say goodbye to Westeros for good. HBO announced that a prequel series was in the works back in June, and the studio has officially set a location and start date for production. So this is really happening!
According to Belfast Telegraph, the series will begin filming this October in Belfast through Paint Hall studios in the city's Titanic Quarter. Paint Hall studios handled most of the filming for the main Game of Thrones series and will also handle a Star Wars spinoff next year.
The prequel pilot, which author George R.R. Martin revealed has the working title The Long Night, is set thousands of years before the events of the A Song of Ice and Fire series. In other words, fans shouldn't expect to see favorites like Jon Snow or Sansa Stark from the current story in Game of Thrones. HBO has only ordered the pilot, so things are still very much in the early stages. Until then, keep your eye on the rest of our Game of Thrones coverage as we count down until the start of season eight.
John Legend Is 1 Award Away From Getting an EGOT
John Legend is one step closer to joining one of Hollywood's most elite clubs, and Chrissy Teigen wants everyone to know about it. On Thursday, the mother of two couldn't help but brag about her husband after he was nominated for two Emmys for NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live. "13 nominations for Jesus Christ Superstar this morning! John got two emmy nominations!" she wrote. "If he wins, he will complete his EGOT and my spike tv award will probably be moved. But it's ok I AM SO PROUD!" EGOT is an acronym for people who have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony over the course of their careers.
After taking home an Oscar in 2015 for his song "Glory" in Selma, winning 10 Grammys, and taking home a Tony for coproducing the revival of August Wilson's play, Jitney, in 2017, he only needs an Emmy to complete the rare honor. And there's certainly a good chance he'll get it! Not only is he up for outstanding lead actor in a limited series or movie, but the live musical is also up for outstanding variety special. Since Legend was a coproducer for the production, he could also score an Emmy if it wins in that category.
Following his nomination, Legend told Good Morning America that he's very excited about the possibility of obtaining an EGOT. "It feels good to be on the brink [of that honor]," he said. "Even if it doesn't happen this year, if we do more on TV, it could happen another time, but this is probably the best shot I'll have for awhile. My fingers are crossed and if it happens, I'm very excited about the possibility." Guess we'll just have to wait and see!
Damn, Girl! Iskra Lawrence Nearly Sets Miami Beach on Fire With Her Sexy Bikini
Iskra Lawrence is soaking up the Summer sun! On Thursday, the 27-year-old English model hit the beach in Miami with a group of friends. Iskra showed off her sexy curves in a black bikini and appeared to have a blast as she splashed around in the ocean and posed for photos.
Iskra is the current face of Aerie, and she's in town for Miami Swim Week. Just the day before, she posted a cheeky swimsuit snap on Instagram with an important message about learning to feel good in your own skin. "Love your booty regardless of its size, lumps and bumps, tiger stripes, scars, soft, firm, flat, round, dimply or smooth," she wrote. "It's yours and it's the only cushion you really need." We couldn't have said it any better ourselves, Iskra!
Sandra Oh Just Made History With Her Emmy Nomination For Killing Eve
Sandra Oh just made Emmy Awards history. On Thursday morning, the actress became the first Asian actor to be nominated for the best actress in a drama category for her role as MI6 agent Eve Polastri on BBC America's Killing Eve.
Oh's reaction to the nomination makes the news even sweeter; the actress tweeted a photo of the moment she found out with friend and fellow actress, Michelle Krusiec. "Omg wtf?? This is me hearing about Emmy nom w/ fellow sister @michellekrusiec - my expression is kinda ..what?," she wrote.
Omg wtf?? This is me hearing about Emmy nom w/ fellow sister @michellekrusiec - my expression is kinda ..what? pic.twitter.com/1Mwlj2FETc
- Sandra Oh (@IamSandraOh) July 12, 2018
Oh also gave a statement to Entertainment Tonight saying:
"I feel tremendous gratitude and joy with this nomination. I am thrilled for [creator] Phoebe Waller-Bridge's nomination and for the entire cast/crew of Killing Eve. I share this moment with my community. P.S. I think my mother at this moment may actually be satisfied."
This is Oh's first lead role nomination, though she received five best supporting actress nominations during her 10-year run as Dr. Christina Yang on the ABC medical drama Grey's Anatomy. In the 69 years since the Emmy Awards began, Oh, who is Korean Canadian, is the first person of Asian descent to be nominated in the category. She is nominated alongside Elisabeth Moss for The Handmaid's Tale, Claire Foy for The Crown, Keri Russell for The Americans, Evan Rachel Wood for Westworld, and Tatiana Maslany for Orphan Black.
If you haven't yet basked in the glory of Killing Eve, it's an amazing mystery drama that sees Oh's titular Eve becoming obsessed with the dangerous female assassin (The White Princess's Jodie Comer) she's tasked with hunting down. The show has already been renewed for season two, so watch the first season on BBC America before the Emmys air on Sept. 17!
Anthony Bourdain Receives an Emmy Nomination One Month After His Death
This year's batch of Emmy nominations went out on Thursday, and though the list includes plenty of familiar faces - Claire Foy, Sterling K. Brown, and the cast of The Handmaid's Tale - one repeat nominee caught peoples' eyes for an emotional reason: Anthony Bourdain.
The late, great chef, best-selling author, and travel journalist picked up a posthumous Emmy nod for his work on CNN's Parts Unknown, which he hosted and executive produced. The food-centric series scored six nominations overall, including best informational series or special, cinematography, picture editing, sound editing, sound mixing, and writing. As a bonus, CNN.com's Anthony Bourdain: Explore Parts Unknown was also recognized in the best shortform nonfiction or reality series category.
Parts Unknown followed Bourdain - who died from suicide at age 61 in France last month - as he ate his way around the world, touching down in remote cities and villages to speak with locals about their cultures and traditions while sampling their cuisine. The cooking world's resident "bad boy chef" was working on a new episode of the series at the time of his tragic death, but previous seasons of the series are streaming on Netflix now, so check them out if you haven't already.
The 10 Best Songs by Charli XCX
At the age of just 25, self-proclaimed futuristic pop star Charli XCX is doing the most, and we mean that in the best way possible. With features on her songs from artists like Carly Rae Jepsen, Kim Petras, cupcakKe, and Cardi B to a current spot on Taylor Swifts Reputation tour - not to mention a mission to uphold the "fabulousness" that is the world of pop music - all add up to one thing: the reign of Charli XCX is only just beginning.
Given the British-born singer's four studio albums (including favorites Pop2 and Number 1 Angel), a string of recent single releases, and a plan to create more music in 2018 than ever, we're counting down the best 10 songs she's released so far.
Harry Potter Fans, This Is the Hardest "Would You Rather?" Game You'll Ever Play
The following contains spoilers for the entire Harry Potter series.
Between seven books and eight movies, it's nearly impossible to look back and think of one favorite moment, person, or place from the Harry Potter series. Luckily, you'll never be forced to do that . . . except in this special "Would you rather?" game! Potterheads will find themselves stumped when faced with these hypothetical scenarios, but deciding between two options is way too fun to miss. Ahead, answer more than 30 tough decisions about your favorite magical world - just don't hate us for number 20.
'90s Songs to Bump 'n' Grind To
How do we love the '90s? Let us count the ways. It's a time that brought us Sex and the City, JTT, and along with them, sexy tunes that were off the racy charts. Below, we've rounded up 50 of the hottest, heaviest songs - and as it turns out, some are a lot dirtier than we remembered. Have a listen, and don't be surprised if you start blushing once you hit play.
- "I Wanna Sex You Up," Color Me Badd
- "Erotica," Madonna
- "Let's Talk About Sex," Salt-N-Pepa
- "Pony," Ginuwine
- "2 Become 1," Spice Girls
- "Me So Horny," 2 Live Crew
- "I'm Too Sexy," Right Said Fred
- "Knockin' da Boots," H-Town
- "Laid," James
- "Nobody," Keith Sweat ft. Athena Cage
- "Bump n' Grind," R. Kelly
- "Sex and Candy," Marcy Playground
- "Red Light Special," TLC
- "Babydoll," Mariah Carey
- "Car Song," Elastica
- "Smooth," Rob Thomas and Carlos Santana
- "Human Nature," Madonna
- "O.P.P.," Naughty by Nature
- "I Don't Know Why I Love You," The House of Love
- "Don't Let Go," En Vogue
- "Bittersweet," Big Head Todd and the Monsters
- "Creep," TLC
- "Freak Me," Silk
- "Stutter," Elastica
- "Any Time, Any Place," Janet Jackson
- "Your Body's Callin," R. Kelly
- "Criminal," Fiona Apple
- "Closer," Nine Inch Nails
- "No Diggity," Blackstreet
- "Nice & Slow," Usher
- "U Can't Touch This," MC Hammer
- "Freek'n You," Jodeci
- "Boombastic," Shaggy
- "Genie in a Bottle," Christina Aguilera
- "Too Close," Next
- "Rico Suave," Gerardo
- "Hanky Panky," Madonna
- "California Love," 2Pac
- "I Touch Myself," Divinyls
- "I Want You," Third Eye Blind
- "Uhh Ahh," Boyz II Men
- "Thong Song," Sisqo
- "Giddy Up," *NSYNC
- ". . . Baby One More Time," Britney Spears
- "Gett Off," Prince and The New Power Generation
- "Freak Like Me," Adina Howard
- "All The Places (I Will Kiss You)," Aaron Hall
- "I'll Make Love to You," Boyz II Men
- "Baby Got Back," Sir Mix-A-Lot
- "What's It Gonna Be?!," Busta Rhymes ft. Janet Jackson
To listen to the playlist below, download the free Spotify software or app:
10 Songs That Will Help You Get Over Your Ex This Summer
One of the best ways to cope with heartbreak is through music - trust me, I would know. Following my messy breakup last year, I found a new sense of self-worth after hours of SZA's CTRL album (literally). When you devote years of your life to someone, it's hard to even picture yourself with anyone else. Instead, it's easier to go back to what seems comfortable. Been there, done that. Whether you're exiting a toxic relationship or simply realized the person you were with just wasn't the one, it's important to be conscious of your worth and to especially avoid drunk-texting your ex!
Ella Mai's "Boo'd Up" might hurt to listen to the first couple of times, but I'm here to remind you that you grow through what you go through. There's no time for summertime sadness, ladies!
From Cardi B to Jorja Smith, here are the 10 songs you need on your playlist this Summer to remind you why you are the strong, powerful woman you were made to be.
When I Was 12, I Thought I'd Found My "Soulmate" - but I Was Wrong
When I was 12, I thought I'd found my soulmate. Twelve-year-old me, instead of playing games and watching cartoons, was already thinking about heavy concepts like love, death, and marriage. Instead of reading age-appropriate books like The Hunger Games, I sat glued to my mom's Danielle Steele novels, sitting out of gym class to read them. I have always had a romantic streak in me, and if you take a peek at the back of the door to my childhood room, you'll see all kinds of dramatic statements etched in, like "Maggie + Kyle = Soulmates."
When I first met "Kyle" (his name has been changed, for obvious reasons), the concept of soulmates wasn't so laughable and embarrassing. I was a lonely 12-year-old girl who'd lost her mom a few years back, and I was on the lookout for love. My writer tendencies didn't help either. Though my friends often made fun of me for it, I lived in a romantic dream world. When I met Kyle, I felt like I'd found a friend who truly understood me.
For years, we were kids together. We sat by each other in class and spent our mornings talking about Pokémon and other nerdy kid things. He stuck up for me if other people made fun of me. I felt like I could talk to him about anything.
When we were 14, our friendship evolved into something more. This was the dawn of MSN Messenger, and we started spending our evenings chatting for hours about life, our friends, and our future dreams. I'd had a huge crush on one of Kyle's friends for years, and I told him all about my feelings. He listened empathetically and encouraged me to be more confident in my own skin. As we got closer and closer, I realized I had feelings for him. By the time we were in high school, we started dating.
Our teen romance was short-lived though. Despite our years of friendship, I wasn't ready to have a boyfriend - I was too romantic, too immature. I ended up breaking up with him for someone else and spent a fair few years afterward regretting the loss of my best childhood friend. But I don't regret it now.
Sometimes when you're young, you don't realize how different you are from the people you date.
As it turns out, Kyle and I were - and are - VERY different people. Sometimes when you're young, you don't realize how different you are from the people you date. My views and values have changed greatly since I was 14, and knowing the kind of lifestyles Kyle and I each have now, I'm confident that we wouldn't have been a good long-term couple.
Kyle and I have spoken a few times in our adult lives, mainly just to update each other on what we're doing and how things are going. He's still a nice guy, and I'm still a romantic. But the problem with romantics is that we tend to get carried away. If I'd stayed with Kyle, I know I wouldn't be the person I am today. It's easy for me to get caught up in other people - especially people I'm romantically involved with. Though it was painful at the time, the fact that Kyle and I ultimately didn't date for long was probably a very good thing. If we had dated, I probably would've sacrificed a lot of who I was for him, and I definitely wouldn't have had all the experiences I've had in my teens and 20s.
10 Summer Beach Products So Genius, You'll Wonder How You Survived Without Them
Going to the beach has to be one of the greatest parts of Summer. Besides the fact that it instantly makes you feel like a kid again, it gives you a chance to lay back and relax. Of course, just because waterfront living is the best doesn't mean that it doesn't come with its own problems, as anyone who has had to vacuum out their car after a trip to the shore will tell you. Protecting yourself from the elements is integral to ensure that you can actually enjoy that pitcher of frosé you made. Here are the 10 beach products you desperately need to make sure you have fun this Summer at the beach.
How to Get Rid of Ants in the Kitchen - No Chemicals Required
When it comes to pests and critters, the last thing any of us wants is to find unwanted guests taking up residence in the kitchen. While there are certainly more harmful pests, there's something particularly icky about ants - especially when they're in close proximity to where you store, prepare, and eat your food. They can get into your food containers and pantry, and one ant soon turns into a whole colony. If you find yourself waging war against these tiny but mighty creatures, try some of these creative yet simple (and effective!) ways to keep them away.
10 Best Summer Wines For Day Drinking
Nothing says Summer quite like patio drinks at 2 o'clock, and no drink is more refreshing for daytime sipping than a nice, light-bodied wine. While Fall and Winter lend themselves to fruity, bold reds, Summer is all about those crisp whites, smooth Rosés, and, contrary to popular belief, even a few light-bodied reds. Hand-picked straight from the experts, these 10 wines are highly rated, affordable, and perfect for day drinking. Put them on a bucket of ice and get ready to sip and savor them all Summer long.
5 Ways to Burglarproof Your Home While on Vacation
While you're away on vacation, a criminal may take advantage of this time to break and enter. The last thing you need while you're trying to relax is to wonder whether your home is safe. From leaving a timed light on to make it "look like you're home" to having a friend collect newspapers, here are the top five tips to safeguard your home.
1. Get an Alarm System
If you don't already have one, this is an easy way for peace of mind while you're away. Just by doing a bit of research, you can find an alarm system that works for you. Remember that thieves are also experts at their "jobs," and they know how to tell a fake alarm sign from a real one. If you are traveling often, consider installing a security camera near any entrances.
2. Take Care of Your Mail
An overflowing mailbox is a big sign to burglars that no one's been home for a while, making your house an easy target. Ask a friend or a neighbor to help you collect your mail; you can return the favor the next time they are away. Another option is to use USPS's Request Hold Mail Service to halt delivery while you're away.
3. Double-Check Before You Leave
This one might seem obvious, but it is still very important to do. Before you leave, walk around your house and make sure all the windows and doors are locked. It's also a good idea to shut your blinds and curtains so burglars can't see all the valuables you've got inside your house.
4. Let Your Neighbors Know When You'll Be Gone
Not only can your neighbors help keep an eye out for you, but they can also be a huge help with shoveling snow or mowing the lawn if you're gone for quite a while. Another idea is to ask a neighbor to park in your driveway to make it seem like someone is regularly coming home. And remember to look out for your neighbors when they go on vacation so the whole neighborhood will be safer.
5. Simulate Normal Light and Sound Patterns Using Timers
If you've seen Home Alone, one of the most iconic scenes is when Kevin is making a fake party to scare off the burglars. He uses cardboard shadow puppets, loud music, and lighting to make it seem like there are a lot of people inside the house. This is the same kind of idea but a bit simpler. You can buy a timer to turn on a light at night and do the same with a TV or radio.
Swap Out Your Old Cleaning Products For These 40 Earth-Friendly Substitutes
If you are looking to take on a greener lifestyle when it comes to cleaning, then you are in luck. There are plenty of amazing, eco-friendly, natural household cleaning products available that are not only gentle on the Earth, but also get the job done. From dye-free dish soaps, compostable sponges, and surface cleaners made from plant-derived ingredients to much more, going green in the cleaning department just got a whole lot easier. Not only are these products better for the environment, but they are also better for you and your family. Here are 40 eco-friendly, natural cleaning products to add to your cleaning routine today.
Say Bye to Ballgowns! 15 Nontraditional Quinceañera Dresses
For a young Latina girl, turning 15 is major. Representing a girl's transition to womanhood, the traditional celebration is defined by the voluminous white ballgown, which makes the quinceañera look like a low-key child bride. But while traditions are beautiful and important, they could also use an update.
When it came time for me to plan my party, I knew I wanted it to be the exact opposite of what I had seen my older cousins go through. While I was flattered - and by flattered I mean mortified - that I could wear a hand-me-down dress, I wanted nothing to with the tulle and bedazzling. Bless my mother - she indulged my every whim, since it was my day after all, and helped me search endlessly for the perfect dress: not poufy, not cheesy, and not traditional.
It was nearly impossible, but I ended up with an ethereal strapless empire-waist chiffon gown with a beaded belt, and I have never felt more beautiful than I did on that day. Flash forward six years, and quinceañera dresses have yet to enter the 21st century. It may be a rite of passage to turn 15 in our culture, but there is no reason to dread the cringey princess frock. Whether you've already had yours, are currently shopping, or are looking ahead to the big day, these dresses will fit every style and every budget.
'90s Songs to Bump 'n' Grind To
How do we love the '90s? Let us count the ways. It's a time that brought us Sex and the City, JTT, and along with them, sexy tunes that were off the racy charts. Below, we've rounded up 50 of the hottest, heaviest songs - and as it turns out, some are a lot dirtier than we remembered. Have a listen, and don't be surprised if you start blushing once you hit play.
- "I Wanna Sex You Up," Color Me Badd
- "Erotica," Madonna
- "Let's Talk About Sex," Salt-N-Pepa
- "Pony," Ginuwine
- "2 Become 1," Spice Girls
- "Me So Horny," 2 Live Crew
- "I'm Too Sexy," Right Said Fred
- "Knockin' da Boots," H-Town
- "Laid," James
- "Nobody," Keith Sweat ft. Athena Cage
- "Bump n' Grind," R. Kelly
- "Sex and Candy," Marcy Playground
- "Red Light Special," TLC
- "Babydoll," Mariah Carey
- "Car Song," Elastica
- "Smooth," Rob Thomas and Carlos Santana
- "Human Nature," Madonna
- "O.P.P.," Naughty by Nature
- "I Don't Know Why I Love You," The House of Love
- "Don't Let Go," En Vogue
- "Bittersweet," Big Head Todd and the Monsters
- "Creep," TLC
- "Freak Me," Silk
- "Stutter," Elastica
- "Any Time, Any Place," Janet Jackson
- "Your Body's Callin," R. Kelly
- "Criminal," Fiona Apple
- "Closer," Nine Inch Nails
- "No Diggity," Blackstreet
- "Nice & Slow," Usher
- "U Can't Touch This," MC Hammer
- "Freek'n You," Jodeci
- "Boombastic," Shaggy
- "Genie in a Bottle," Christina Aguilera
- "Too Close," Next
- "Rico Suave," Gerardo
- "Hanky Panky," Madonna
- "California Love," 2Pac
- "I Touch Myself," Divinyls
- "I Want You," Third Eye Blind
- "Uhh Ahh," Boyz II Men
- "Thong Song," Sisqo
- "Giddy Up," *NSYNC
- ". . . Baby One More Time," Britney Spears
- "Gett Off," Prince and The New Power Generation
- "Freak Like Me," Adina Howard
- "All The Places (I Will Kiss You)," Aaron Hall
- "I'll Make Love to You," Boyz II Men
- "Baby Got Back," Sir Mix-A-Lot
- "What's It Gonna Be?!," Busta Rhymes ft. Janet Jackson
To listen to the playlist below, download the free Spotify software or app:
10 Songs That Will Help You Get Over Your Ex This Summer
One of the best ways to cope with heartbreak is through music - trust me, I would know. Following my messy breakup last year, I found a new sense of self-worth after hours of SZA's CTRL album (literally). When you devote years of your life to someone, it's hard to even picture yourself with anyone else. Instead, it's easier to go back to what seems comfortable. Been there, done that. Whether you're exiting a toxic relationship or simply realized the person you were with just wasn't the one, it's important to be conscious of your worth and to especially avoid drunk-texting your ex!
Ella Mai's "Boo'd Up" might hurt to listen to the first couple of times, but I'm here to remind you that you grow through what you go through. There's no time for summertime sadness, ladies!
From Cardi B to Jorja Smith, here are the 10 songs you need on your playlist this Summer to remind you why you are the strong, powerful woman you were made to be.
When I Was 12, I Thought I'd Found My "Soulmate" - but I Was Wrong
When I was 12, I thought I'd found my soulmate. Twelve-year-old me, instead of playing games and watching cartoons, was already thinking about heavy concepts like love, death, and marriage. Instead of reading age-appropriate books like The Hunger Games, I sat glued to my mom's Danielle Steele novels, sitting out of gym class to read them. I have always had a romantic streak in me, and if you take a peek at the back of the door to my childhood room, you'll see all kinds of dramatic statements etched in, like "Maggie + Kyle = Soulmates."
When I first met "Kyle" (his name has been changed, for obvious reasons), the concept of soulmates wasn't so laughable and embarrassing. I was a lonely 12-year-old girl who'd lost her mom a few years back, and I was on the lookout for love. My writer tendencies didn't help either. Though my friends often made fun of me for it, I lived in a romantic dream world. When I met Kyle, I felt like I'd found a friend who truly understood me.
For years, we were kids together. We sat by each other in class and spent our mornings talking about Pokémon and other nerdy kid things. He stuck up for me if other people made fun of me. I felt like I could talk to him about anything.
When we were 14, our friendship evolved into something more. This was the dawn of MSN Messenger, and we started spending our evenings chatting for hours about life, our friends, and our future dreams. I'd had a huge crush on one of Kyle's friends for years, and I told him all about my feelings. He listened empathetically and encouraged me to be more confident in my own skin. As we got closer and closer, I realized I had feelings for him. By the time we were in high school, we started dating.
Our teen romance was short-lived though. Despite our years of friendship, I wasn't ready to have a boyfriend - I was too romantic, too immature. I ended up breaking up with him for someone else and spent a fair few years afterward regretting the loss of my best childhood friend. But I don't regret it now.
Sometimes when you're young, you don't realize how different you are from the people you date.
As it turns out, Kyle and I were - and are - VERY different people. Sometimes when you're young, you don't realize how different you are from the people you date. My views and values have changed greatly since I was 14, and knowing the kind of lifestyles Kyle and I each have now, I'm confident that we wouldn't have been a good long-term couple.
Kyle and I have spoken a few times in our adult lives, mainly just to update each other on what we're doing and how things are going. He's still a nice guy, and I'm still a romantic. But the problem with romantics is that we tend to get carried away. If I'd stayed with Kyle, I know I wouldn't be the person I am today. It's easy for me to get caught up in other people - especially people I'm romantically involved with. Though it was painful at the time, the fact that Kyle and I ultimately didn't date for long was probably a very good thing. If we had dated, I probably would've sacrificed a lot of who I was for him, and I definitely wouldn't have had all the experiences I've had in my teens and 20s.
Don't Leave Disneyland Without Trying These Cookies
If you've seen the new Pixar film The Incredibles 2, you know how much Jack-Jack loves cookies, and we totally relate to that! In fact, Disneyland recently came out with a new sweat treat for guests at California Adventure's brand new Pixar Pier, Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums, so we can all enjoy the adorable baby's favorite fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies any time.
Disneyland isn't just the place to be for traditional types of cookies - there are flavors to please any palate and cookies as small as a few bites all the way up to massive dinner plate-sized cookies. You can find these delicious treats all over Disneyland and at Disney's California Adventure, and most are right around $6 and worth every calorie! Check out our favorite cookies at Disneyland now, and be prepared to want every single one.
Thrill-Seekers, Would You Ride This Dangerous-Looking 180-Foot Forest Slide?
Remember those really tall carnival slides you would go on when you were a kid? You would sit on potato sacks and slide down from way above the ground. Or maybe you recall the playground slides where groups of children would gather around the stairs leading up to them, excitedly waiting their turn to slide down. Now imagine a slide, similar to these two, but just much, much higher and nearly 180 feet in length, amid a forest - dreamy, right?
This famous 180-foot giant slide is located at Baumwipfelpfad Schwarzwald in Germany and is open from mid-March through early November each year from morning until later in the evening. To get to the top, slide-goers must travel up a curving wooden tree walk that takes you high above Germany's Black Forest, offering a scenic view of one of the country's largest vacation destinations along the way. Visitors, ages 6 years and up, use large, sliding mats to plunge down the 180-foot tunnel, winding tens of stories down and eventually landing at the base of the forest.
If you plan on visiting this corner of the world and are looking for a thrilling experience, be sure to check out the slide at Baumwipfelpfad Schwarzwald while you are there!
The Best Type of Weed to Smoke For Your Zodiac Sign
Cannabis-lovers know that smoking certain strains can enhance different sensations and highlight different qualities of the smoker - our zodiac traits are no different. Each zodiac sign has unique characteristics that make them special, as do the hundreds of different strains of marijuana. There is a weed strain that will complement your sign perfectly, enhancing your positive traits and minimizing your less favorable ones. Here are my picks for the perfect cannabis match for your sign, so you can get high in perfect harmony with the stars.
Aquarius
Aquarius is the most original and authentic of all the signs - you're the humanitarian and social reformer of the zodiac. You care deeply about people and their rights. Smoke a strain that enhances your creativity, like Blue Dream, to brainstorm and develop your next world-changing idea. This sativa-heavy hybrid helps you focus; you can sort your thoughts and put your energy into what really matters to you. Another benefit that's great for this air sign? The heavy-body high. You'll be relaxed and present, not lost in another dimension, like Aquarians tend to be. Blue Dream is the perfect match for this progressive, idealistic sign.
Pisces
Pisces are ultrasensitive beings and can easily get lost in the depths of their emotions. A blissful sativa hybrid like Sour Dream is the perfect strain to uplift your mood, clear your mind, and spark your imagination. The euphoric effects will bring you back to earth - a common challenge for this dreamy, fluid water sign. Sour Dream is a cross between Blue Dream and Sour Diesel: it mixes the body relaxation from the former with the dreamy and imaginative cerebral effects from the latter. It'll keep you grounded while inspiring you to get creative and tap into your more passionate, spiritual side.
Aries
Aries are the thrill seekers of the zodiac, full of energy, confidence, and courage. Adventure is great, but you can also be impulsive and impatient at times - you should smoke an indica that will chill you out, like Granddaddy Purple. This strain is a cult favorite for a reason: it'll bring you down to earth and make you feel more levelheaded. Your friends will thank you for your mellower, less intense energy, even if it's just momentarily.
Taurus
The symbol for Taurus is a bull for good reason: you can't tell a Taurus anything. Anyone with this stubborn sign would benefit from smoking something that's leveling, opening up their mind to other people's opinions. Cherry Lime is a balancing blend: it'll enhance your warmhearted and loving attributes and keep you uplifted and engaged for a spirited debate. You'll still be ready to go toe to toe, but you'll be in a much chiller mindset and won't piss off your opponents as easily.
Cancer
Cancers are one of the most sentimental, intuitive, and sympathetic signs of the zodiac. You have a tendency to be overly emotional, though, and have a hard time letting sh*t go - you'd rather retreat back into your shell than address things head on. Purple Haze is your perfect cannabis match. This sativa-heavy strain provides a euphoric feeling, encouraging you to socialize and come out of your shell. Its calming effects encourage you to let go of your defensive tendencies and let your loving nature shine through.
Gemini
Gemini are incredibly social beings - you're best known for being witty, intellectual, and lively. You'd do best smoking a strain that spotlights your outgoing personality while minimizing your more tense, anxious attributes. Silver Haze is a sativa-heavy strain that will give you a smooth-head high, keeping you engaged in your social circles and clearheaded enough to pop off your clever one-liners. It's a strain that's famous for its antianxiety effects, which is perfect for when you're feeling nervous or unfocused.
Leo
A Leo's perfect cannabis match is a strain that makes you feel like your most sexy and confident self - not that you need any help with that. Cali Queen is a sativa-dominant hybrid of Blue Dream and King Louis that will have you smoking like the queen (or king) you are. You're the boldest, most luxurious sign of the zodiac, so you can handle (and might even love) the potency of this hybrid - it is very potent, FYI. Since Leos are known for being the life of the party, your friends won't be too surprised.
Virgo
Virgo is the sign of perfection: you analyze (or overanalyze) everyone and everything around you. An indica blend, like Girl Scout Cookies, is the perfect strain to chill you out and help you let go of your incessant need for perfection. It'll help keep you grounded, which is the ideal mindset for Earth signs. A Girl Scout Cookie high is peaceful and calm, a perfect balance for your more neurotic side.
Libra
Libras are known for their fun-loving and social nature; you love to surround yourself with glamorous things. Cherry Pie is your ideal strain, as it's known for its beautiful flowers and an addictive aroma. Libra is a charismatic and spontaneous sign, so you should smoke a strain that helps keep you balanced - your symbol is a scale, after all! Cherry Pie allows your mind to stay engaged and productive for socializing, but it will have your body feeling extra relaxed. This is the perfect strain to satisfy your self-indulgent side.
Scorpio
Scorpios are often a mystery to the people they meet. You're intense, intellectual, seductive, and often misunderstood. Your sign rules the sexual organs of the body, so your sensuality and allure are truly unmatched. You should smoke a strain that complements your deep, overwhelming nature. Sour Diesel is such a versatile strain - it's the perfect match for such a mysterious sign. It's great for anxiety, so it'll help curb your edgy, often jealous side and help lift your mood. This is an amazing strain to have sex on, another reason it's the perfect match for the hypersexual Scorpio.
Sagittarius
You're the explorer of the zodiac, always down for adventure and always craving expansion. Your optimistic outlook helps you to inspire others to dream bigger, but you can sometimes be a little too intense for those who don't also see the world as their playground. Black Jack is the perfect weed match for a Sagittarius. It's a sativa that'll give you a euphoric vibe, which will enhance your positive and encouraging attributes but won't hype you up enough to bring out your preachy side. Your less ambitious friends will thank you.
Capricorn
Capricorns are the most disciplined, ambitious, and composed of all the signs. You're practical and grounded, but you can be so uptight sometimes! Smoke a fun strain that will help you forget about your responsibilities for a minute and let loose. Jack Herer is an energizing, sativa-dominant strain that helps relieve stress and uplifts moods. Capricorns could use a break from all of the pressure they put on themselves. Smoking this strain will have your stress melting away so you can just chill - something that can be foreign to this extraresponsible sign.
10 Places to Give Your Kids a Much-Needed (but Still Magical) Rest at Disneyland
While Disneyland can definitely be the happiest place on earth, it can also be the most exhausting. The heat, the crowds, and the sugar rushes from all the tasty treats can leave a person wishing they could find a quiet spot to recharge. My family is no different.
After walking around for two hours and riding Mr. Toad's Wild Ride for what felt like six, my husband, 5-year-old, and I are usually ready to fly off to a quiet corner of Neverland for a little while. And luckily, Disneyland and all its wonderful magic has a handful of great spots for taking these midday breaks. Keep reading for 10 treasured hideaways that will enable you to escape the hustle and bustle of the crowded theme park and eat a Dole Whip in peace.
Rose Gold Fans, Prepare to Obsess Over This New $68 Suitcase on Amazon
I'm a sucker for anything rose gold, so when I had the opportunity to test out this American Tourister Moonlight Spinner ($68), I jumped at the chance. I have been on the hunt for hardside luggage that's easy to carry - luckily this arrived just in time for a two-week trip to New York City.
Not only did the suitcase look beautiful, but I was shocked by how much room the 21-inch design had inside. The black and gold lining was a pretty touch, too. I was able to fit a couple of jackets, three pairs of shoes, and plenty of outfits in the space. There's also a mesh divider so you can keep items separated, as well as a hidden pocket in case you want certain belongings stashed away privately.
If you need any extra space, the zipper expands 1.5 inches - that came in handy for the additional purchases I made on my trip. The wheels rotate 360 degrees, so no matter which way you're going, you'll get a smooth ride as you pull the suitcase along. Overall, I'm really happy with this spinner and would recommend it to anyone who needs new travel accessories - it gets my stamp of approval.
If rose gold isn't your thing, the suitcase comes in a marble or popsicle print as well. Give it a try on your next adventure!
10 Summer Beach Products So Genius, You'll Wonder How You Survived Without Them
Going to the beach has to be one of the greatest parts of Summer. Besides the fact that it instantly makes you feel like a kid again, it gives you a chance to lay back and relax. Of course, just because waterfront living is the best doesn't mean that it doesn't come with its own problems, as anyone who has had to vacuum out their car after a trip to the shore will tell you. Protecting yourself from the elements is integral to ensure that you can actually enjoy that pitcher of frosé you made. Here are the 10 beach products you desperately need to make sure you have fun this Summer at the beach.
How to Get Rid of Ants in the Kitchen - No Chemicals Required
When it comes to pests and critters, the last thing any of us wants is to find unwanted guests taking up residence in the kitchen. While there are certainly more harmful pests, there's something particularly icky about ants - especially when they're in close proximity to where you store, prepare, and eat your food. They can get into your food containers and pantry, and one ant soon turns into a whole colony. If you find yourself waging war against these tiny but mighty creatures, try some of these creative yet simple (and effective!) ways to keep them away.
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