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dimanche 10 mars 2019
US Women's Soccer Is Suing the US Soccer Federation Over Gender Discrimination
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The whole US Women's Soccer team sued the US Soccer Federation on Friday, The New York Times reports. The lawsuit appears to be the culmination of years-long gender discrimination by the US Soccer Federation (USSF), the official governing body that employs both the Women's National Soccer Team and the Men's National Soccer Team. All 28 members of the women's team, including Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, and Becky Sauerbrunn, listed their names in the lawsuit and are requesting class-action status. The New York Times shared the full lawsuit, which provides in-depth details and specific examples of discrimination based on gender throughout several years.
"Despite the fact that female and male players are called upon to perform the same job responsibilities on their teams and participate in international competitions for their single common employer, the USSF, the female players have been consistently paid less money than their male counterparts. This is true even though their performance has been superior to that of the male players - with the female players, in contrast to male players, becoming world champions," the document states.
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The team won the World Cup most recently in 2015, bringing its total number of World Cup wins to an impressive three. Despite the team's major successes and the fact that the terms in the women's and men's team contracts are the same (playing on the same size field, using the same size ball, etc.), they have consistently been paid less. The lawsuit even states that in 2017, Carlos Cordeiro, president of USSF, said "Our women's teams should be respected and valued as much as our men's teams, but our female players have not been treated equally."
In fact, the Women's National Team specifies instances in which they worked more than the Men's National Team. "For example, from 2015 through 2018, the WNT played nineteen more games than the MNT played over that same period of time. As the MNT averaged approximately seventeen games per year in that time frame, the WNT played the equivalent of more than one additional MNT calendar year season from 2015 through 2018," another part of the lawsuit reads.
There's a lot to unpack in the lengthy lawsuit, but reading it will definitely make you feel empowered (and annoyed). The pay disparities for equal (and sometimes more) work undeniably need to be addressed. All in all, the suit plain and simply states, "The USSF has no legitimate, non-discriminatory reason for this gross disparity in pay, nor can it be explained away by any bona fide seniority, merit, or incentive system or any other factor other than sex."
Bookmark This List of Low-Carb Foods For Your Next Trip to the Grocery Store
It's so easy to get excited about starting a new eating plan, only to arrive at the grocery store and have your mind go . . . blank. That's why we've compiled the ultimate shopping list for those trying to cut carbs. While research shows that a low-carb diet is effective for weight loss - and can improve overall health - those benefits are only possible with the right foods. This list will allow you to mix and match your favorite proteins and vegetables and pair them with healthy fats and whole grains for a balanced meal every time. Grab your car keys and wallet, and let's get started.
These Bodyweight Exercises For Your Legs and Booty Require Zero Equipment
Weight training is a great way to build muscle and make you feel badass. In fact, you have to pick up the dumbbells and barbells if your goal is to effectively build muscle (reminder: eating more carbs and protein and incorporating recovery days into your schedule is also important).
But whenever you can work your body without navigating the weights at the gym or taking out the 10-pounders you keep in your closet, it's a good day - i.e., you can grow your glutes anytime, anywhere. When it comes to working your lower body equipment-free, there's a long list at your disposal. Here are 20 lower-body bodyweight exercises that bring the heat to your booty, calves, and thighs. Note: this is not a workout. Instead, take some of these moves and add them to your routine. You'll be glad you did!
Which Exercises Are Actually Cardio? A Trainer Clears It Up
Common exercise terms can get thrown around a lot before you realize you don't actually know what they mean. And when deciding on a workout class or video to do, getting confused on the terminology might lead you to a workout you're not ready for or just don't want to do. Let's start with a common one: cardio. What exactly is it, and which exercises qualify? We talked to Ashley Kelly, NASM, a certified personal trainer at Bach in New York City and 2016 Olympian in track and field, to clear things up.
What Is Cardio?
The main focus of cardio is to get your heart rate up and keep it there. "In a nutshell, it's the physical training of the lungs, heart, and blood vessels," Ashley told POPSUGAR. According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), cardio is rhythmic and continuous exercise that uses your large muscle groups to get your blood pumping. That rhythmic, continuous nature is important. "You're training your heart rate at a steady rate during cardio," Ashley said, instead of pushing it up and letting it drop. The exercise itself doesn't matter as much as that high, steady heart rate; as long as you have that, Ashley said, you're doing cardio. And if this sounds a lot like aerobics, you're right - they're the same thing, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
What Are Examples of Cardio Exercises?
You can get cardio training with any kind of exercise that brings up your heart rate, Ashley said. Classic cardio exercises, though - the ones that trainers and other fitness professionals often refer to as cardio - are things like . . .
- Walking
- Running
- Biking
- Rowing
- Climbing stairs steadily
- Dance cardio
As for how often you should be doing cardio, the ACSM recommends 150 minutes every week, which you can split up into 30 minutes, five days a week.
Cardio has numerous benefits, from burning fat and preventing disease to upping your mood. So now that you know exactly what it is and which exercises qualify, hop on the treadmill, start pedaling in a Spin class, or hit your neighborhood sidewalks - whatever you feel like to get your heart pumping.
Tea Tree Oil: Not So Good For Athlete's Foot, According to a Podiatrist
Tea tree oil is used for a lot of things: to clear acne, to repel bugs, to cure bites, cuts, and bruises . . . the list goes on, and it's even Meghan Markle-approved (she calls it a "cure-all"). Though this oil can soothe dry, itchy skin, when it comes to treating athlete's foot, an infection caused by fungus, it's not as effective as you'd think. We spoke to Miguel Cunha, founder of Gotham Footcare, about why.
Can You Treat Athlete's Foot With Tea Tree Oil?
Dr. Cunha said that tea tree oil may be somewhat effective at reducing itching, scaling, swelling, and burning caused by athlete's foot when applied twice a day. But, he advised, it's not as effective as actual antifungal medication, and it may take several months to see progress if you just stick to the oil. "Tea tree oil is only 60 percent effective," he said.
How to Properly Treat Athlete's Foot
Dr. Cunha explained that the best way to treat an infection is to first determine whether it's bacterial or fungal. "Most infections that present with scaliness and itchiness to the bottom of the foot and in between the toes are a result of athlete's foot," he said. Before you go to a doctor, you can try over-the-counter antifungal medication for athlete's foot for two to three weeks, but if the condition doesn't improve, then you'll need a prescription-strength medicine.
"It's worth pointing out that most people tend to assume their feet are just dry or scaly when they actually suffer from athlete's foot," Dr. Cunha noted. "They typically just slather their foot in lotion, thinking this will solve the problem, but they aren't treating the fungus. That means the infection could get worse and travel to your nail." In the event that it does travel up to your nails, you might need an antifungal oral medication. Other tips he gave us include spraying Lysol on your shoes regularly and avoiding walking barefoot at public pools and in gym locker rooms (seriously, don't do it!). So, sure, use tea tree oil to your heart's content, but if you're looking for an effective treatment for athlete's foot, this podiatrist wants you to choose medication specific to that infection, not just for dry skin.
We're Calling It: These Are the 10 Best Chain Restaurants For Cutting Carbs
Cutting carbs is super in vogue at the moment, whether you're going full keto or simply being more selective with the types of carbs you're putting in your body. Fortunately, popular chain restaurants have picked up on this and have graciously tweaked their menus to make ordering low-carb dishes a little bit easier.
We've combed through the offerings at dining establishments nationwide and come up with a list of 10 places that have treats that won't tip the scales too heavily in terms of carb count. Each of these businesses has locations in most states, so no matter where you're from, there's bound to be a spot on this list that will satisfy your low-carb cravings.
16 Fitness Essentials Every Active Person Should Own
Fitness fanatics, listen up. If you want peak performance at every workout, you're going to need the right gear. You won't believe how much the right leggings, water bottles, and fitness trackers will make a difference in your sweat sessions. So just keep reading to shop our 16 workout essentials.
This Gymnast's Game of Thrones Floor Routine Will Take You Straight to Westeros
Gymnastics and Game of Thrones are my two favorite things in this world. Both require a whole lot physical strength, bravery (fighting off White Walkers and doing double backs on floor are arguably just as scary), and mental toughness like you wouldn't believe (every time another character dies on GoT, it takes days, even weeks to recover).
As a former gymnast and current Game of Thrones fan, you can imagine my excitement when I found out that a floor routine from four years ago featured the GoT theme song. The routine is performed by former elite gymnast Charlotte Sullivan, who competed for her home country of New Zealand at the 2015 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Glasgow, Scotland. Now, she a junior at the University of Iowa, where she's a member of the school's women's gymnastics team. Watch her performance above (the GoT theme song starts to play right before her second pass). No, Daenerys Targaryen doesn't fly in on one of her dragons, but Charlotte does an outstanding job worthy of praise from all Seven Kingdoms!
If You're on the Keto Diet and Can't Give Up Starbucks, Here's How to Order Your Drink
If you're considering following the high-fat, low-carb keto diet, or you're already on it, you more than likely know it's very restrictive. Because of that, you'll probably have to get rid of a few items in your pantry and fridge and replace them with these keto-approved foods. If a Starbucks trip is a part of your daily routine and you aren't willing to give it up on keto, don't sweat it: we've got you covered.
A while back, we figured out how to make a keto-friendly version of the infamous pink drink. Then we discovered 10 more keto-friendly drinks you can order at Starbucks. But just in case you're ready to try something completely new, Instagram user @msfattymcfatterson shared a simple guide on how to order keto drinks at Starbucks.
Simply choose your type of drink, pick a sugar-free syrup, add some dairy, a flavor of your choice, and you've got yourself a keto-friendly drink.
Now, you've just got to decide what to order first.
How This Trainer Used "Arm Dancing" to Get Selena Gomez in Shape
Amy Rosoff Davis, who's worked with celebrities like Selena Gomez, Kristen Bell, and Felicity Jones, believes you can be your best self and have a healthy lifestyle. And now she's bringing her coaching and workouts to Glow by POPSUGAR.
After studying dance at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, Amy embraced her background to develop a class that blends cardio, yoga, and Pilates techniques together. She designed a unique fitness experience that incorporates dance moves with arm dancing (yes, arm dancing), followed by a sculpting mat workout.
Amy used these creative techniques to get Selena Gomez in shape for her Revival tour and now, test out these kickass moves for yourself with Amy's 30-Minute Body Toning and Cardio workout. She'll get your heart rate up and tone your entire body is less than 30 minutes. It's quick and effective.
Then, follow Amy on Instagram to get a behind-the-scenes look at the life of a celebrity trainer.
Cardi B's Ultrasharp Cat Eye For Her "Please Me" Music Video Was Created With This Eyeliner
Name a music video that is sexier than Cardi B and Bruno Mars's "Please Me." We'll wait.
"I wanted to feed off of that," said makeup artist Erika La' Pearl, who quickly recognized how sultry the video would be. To create Cardi's hot-pink eye-makeup look, she whipped out tools from her arsenal from one beauty brand: Pat McGrath Labs. Across Cardi's lids, La' Pearl blended shades Gold Nectar and Euphoria from Mothership III La Vie En Rose Subversive Palette ($55) onto the inner corners, before sweeping a mix of Rose Risqué (from the same palette) and Night Creature (from the Mothership III Eyeshadow Palette ($125)) across the rest of the lid. She finished the look with a stark black winged liner created with the fine-tipped Perma Precision Liquid Eyeliner ($28).
Ahead, see Cardi dial up the heat with her graphic eye look in "Please Me."
Mandy Moore's Chic Bob Haircut Will Inspire SO Many People to Book an Appointment
Every once in a while, a celebrity cuts their hair and it looks so good, it's shocking they haven't had this style their entire lives. That was exactly the case for Mandy Moore, who debuted a new bob haircut this week. The This Is Us actress chopped her shoulder-length hair to a chin-grazing length, and it has us ready to book an appointment to do the same. Moore went to her go-to stylist Ashley Streicher for the upgraded look, which also included a dye job using Garnier Nutrisse products.
While Moore wears a chin-length wig for her role as 68-year-old Rebecca Pearson on the show, her real-life tousled waves and side part make this haircut about as chic as chic gets. Gush over photos of her gorgeous new look ahead, and check out even more bob haircuts that will inspire you to finally make the cut.
I'm Truly Haunted by How Much I Love Lupita Nyongo's Hair at the Us Premiere
The mystery surrounding Jordan Peele's Us has now crept its way into Lupita Nyong'o's red carpet style. As a star of the film, the 36-year-old actress made an appearance at the movie's SXSW premiere on March 8, and her look was hauntingly brilliant.
Nyong'o, known for her bold beauty decisions, wore sectioning clips throughout her hair. Yep, the ones typically used when you sit in the salon chair. According to Variety, there was a very specific message behind this beauty choice.
"This film is about bringing the darkness to the fore, the things that are hidden out," Nyong'o told Variety. "My hair is inspired by that: the processes that we often hide, making it part of the outside vision."
In addition to the inspiration from the movie, Nyong'o was also modeled after a certain rapper. "It was also inspired by Snoop Doggy Dogg," she added. "An image I love of his."
True to Nyong'o's fashion, the meaning behind her look continued beyond the hair. She also cited '80s disco as an influence for her statement eye shadow, since the decade played an important part in Us. Ahead, see close-up photos of Nyong'o's makeup and hair.
These 10 Aluminum-Free Deodorants Will Keep You Smelling Fresh
As consumers start to pay more attention to what ingredients they put on their bodies, aluminum-free deodorants have become a popular alternative to antiperspirants. While these varieties do not stop you from sweating like their chemical-fortified versions, they are a healthy choice for ingredient-conscious customers. With the products' increased popularity, it's now easy to find aluminum-free options wherever you go, even Walmart. Ahead, you'll see 10 options that will keep you smelling clean without any harmful ingredients.
Halle Berry Now Has a Giant Vine Tattoo on Her Back, and It's Undeniably Sexy
It looks like nature-inspired back tattoos just might be the latest celebrity ink trend. Just a few weeks ago, Lady Gaga debuted a brand-new rose vine tattoo on her spine, and now, Halle Berry is showing off a similar design she had inked down her backbone. On March 4, the 52-year-old actress shared an Instagram photo that put her unmissable tattoo fully on display while she posed in a sequin ensemble. The design makes it look as though a leafy vine is sprouting up and down her spine, with larger leaves toward the bottom and smaller ones toward her neck. She captioned the topless snap, "Who says I'm not a mermaid," with a mermaid emoji.
Backless dresses and sheer gowns are both something of a red carpet signature for Berry, so we're definitely excited to see how sexy her new tattoo looks the next time she gets all dressed up for the cameras.
This Wedding Photographer Shared His Favorite Shots, and They Will Take Your Breath Away
Photographer Jeffrey Lewis Bennett first impressed us with his cool wedding GIFs, and now he's back with some seriously spectacular photos that will have you believing in the inexplicable magic of love.
The Detroit-based wedding photographer travels all over the US covering weddings and engagements and along the way has captured some beautifully romantic and emotional moments between couples.
Out of all the thousands of photos Bennett has taken this past year, he's sharing his favorite wedding and engagement photos and GIFs of 2018. From a newlywed couple's spontaneous tree swing to another's epic sunset kiss with the Pacific Coast as the backdrop, these shots perfectly represent the joyful, silly, fun, beautiful, and uniquely magical sides of love.
See the extraordinary wedding photos and GIFs ahead.
All Aboard! These Are the Best Train Trips of 2019
When you embark on a vacation, the fastest way to reach your destination is usually to fly. But when it comes to train travel, sometimes the journey itself is the destination. Traveling via train is both romantic and adventurous. You can curl up and watch the landscape change as it passes you by. Imagine a front-row seat to the towering fjords of Norway, the jagged shoreline of the West Coast, or the lush tea plantations of India. If you're looking to slow things down and take in the sights on wheels, then get ready for the best train trips of 2019. All aboard!
Before You Travel in 2019, Here Are the Best (and Worst) Airlines, According to Experts and Fliers
When planning a trip in the US, it's hard to decide which airline is actually best-suited for you and your travel style. We've all heard horror stories of airlines having poor customer service, hidden baggage fees, or uncomfortable seats, so when it's time to book your flight and you have to choose between a few different airlines, you should compare the pros and cons. Whether you're in coach or first class, the airline can make or break your travel experience.
That's why I've asked travel and airline experts, researched each airline, and read through the most recent 2019 customer reviews to bring you the 11 major US-based airlines ranked from worst to best for this year.
Here's How a Pair of Globetrotters Added Some Wanderlust Into Their Outdoor Wedding
When Mike and Kim decided to tie the knot, they wanted the ceremony to be centered around something they both enjoy: traveling! Since the beginning of their relationship, they have been exploring new places all over the globe by making sure to visit a new country every year. It started with their wedding invitations, which resembled passports, complete with stamps from the seven countries they had visited together. There were many more charming touches to the wedding that incorporated the travel theme, from seat assignments that looked like plane tickets to globes used in the decor. They even displayed some souvenirs from their trips and treated their guests to a trunk of their favorite things from all over the world.
The wedding took place at Vineland Estates Winery in Canada, which is fitting for a couple that likes the outdoors. "Since we wanted our wedding to be intimate and romantic, with only close friends and families, we decided to go with a rustic wedding style in a winery setting (it is simple but elegant)," Mike said. "We like the outdoors a lot, and we really appreciate the beauty of Mother Nature, so we wanted our decor to be as natural as possible."
What are you waiting for? Check out the amazing pictures from this wedding now!
How to Bachelorette at Disney World Like a Pro
If you're not into wild Vegas parties but get bored just sitting on a beach, Walt Disney World is the perfect spot for a bachelorette weekend. Even if you're not a big Disney fan, there's so much to do for the 21-and-over crowd, from fun nightlife to spas to an emerging craft beer scene. I recently celebrated my own bachelorette party at Disney World, and it was the perfect balance of go-go-go and relaxation.
If you're planning a bachelorette trip, check out my itinerary for an unforgettable bridal bash, from must-dos and must-eats to the perfect Instagrammable accessories. Click through for the ultimate party-planning guide for a long weekend at Disney.
47 Things That Define True Love
Along with the new wrinkle on my forehead and the increasing severity of hangovers, getting older has also brought me something a lot more welcome - it's brought me a little bit of wisdom. With each passing year, we understand more about ourselves and our relationships. My significant other and I have been together for over five years, and I've had some of the best experiences of my life with him. We've also had some pretty difficult ones. While I'm not sure there's one true secret to making things work, I do know that it's possible if you're both really in it together.
We've changed over the years and so has the nature of our love. We've experienced the excitement of falling hard for each other, we've challenged our resilience with a move across the country with each other (and a very grumpy cat), and we've started over in a new city with no money and few friends. We've celebrated births of family members together and mourned the loss of them, too. We've experienced the novelty of the honeymoon phase wearing off and a deeper, more peaceful kind of love settling in. Falling in love is easy; staying in love is something you have to work at daily. Over the years I've seen little signs (often at the time not realizing what they were) that helped me decipher what true love really is and what that means. Here's what I've learned.
- Additional reporting by Maya Berry
The Mountain Setting of This Engagement Shoot Is Gorgeous, but the Bride's Red Dress Is the Real Showstopper
Whoever said, "You don't need to break the bank to look like a million bucks," was onto something, especially when it comes to the struggle to find affordable dresses to wear on and leading up to your big day. In this stunning styled engagement shoot, the bride brings the wow factor with an elegant red mermaid-cut gown with lace and beaded detailing - and you won't believe how accessible this scarlet showstopper is.
If you're wondering which high-end designer is behind this look, prepare to pick up your jaw from the floor, because this is actually a prom dress from Amazon that only costs around $100.
"Brides want to dress up, but they're already spending so much on their wedding that they can't justify buying a new gown," said photographer Amy Maddox, who styled the session. "But their engagements are a big deal, and they want to dress up and really make this a special occasion. And they should!"
Maddox loans tulle skirts and beaded gowns to couples she's photographing from a collection her studio keeps on hand, but this Amazon dress is so reasonably priced for the ultraglam vibe it will bring to your engagement pictures, it's worth it.
This engagement shoot took place at the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Fredericksburg, TX, and the rustic, rocky backdrop was a perfect contrast to the red gown and resulted in some truly breathtaking photos. See them all now!
Related: No Blushing Brides Here! These Bridal Beauties Are OWNING Their Sexy Wedding Gowns
Sit Back and Relax, Because We Found the Best Seating Charts For Any Kind of Wedding
Give your wedding guests the best seats in the house with these cute and creative seating charts. Complete with celestial star displays, movie-themed charts, and everything in between, these seating displays will perfectly fit the theme of any big day.
Let your wedding guests sit back and enjoy your special day just as much as you will with the help of these special seating selections. Shop them all from Etsy ahead!
Related: 100+ Photos That Are All the Inspiration You Need to Have a Green Wedding
This Quirky Wedding Had a Dog in a Tux, Doughnuts, and Flowers Hanging From the Ceiling
Do you remember that feeling of joy at the end of a really great movie? Well, Rebecca and Ryan encapsulated that in their wedding, and these cute photos are the proof. "We wanted something personal, quirky, and different. Our color palette was millennial pink with navy and splashes of other colors," said Rebecca. "We didn't have a specific theme, but we wanted to pull inspiration from the imagery of Wes Anderson's films and midcentury kitsch."
They certainly achieved this with their stunning decor, which included a hanging chuppah with real and large paper flowers. The floral arrangements did not end there, as each table had an array of vases and jars filled with flowers. Rebecca wanted to add some personal touches to the wedding, so she embroidered Ryan's pocket square, designed the invitations, and even created handmade pins for all the guests!
One of the most special parts of the ceremony was when the couple recited their vows. "Ryan had spent probably a year writing his, and I wrote mine the night before the ceremony. They were perfect and made everything so much more special," confirmed Rebecca.
This wedding had everything from a dog in a tux to doughnuts for dessert, and we are obsessed with the bride's custom denim jacket. Keep reading to see the amazing photos; the hanging floral chuppah is a showstopper!
Related: You'll Be Starry-Eyed Over This 1920s-Inspired Wedding - Complete With Showstopping Gown!
Not Sure How to Turn Off Your iPhone X Without a Home Button? Here's the Simple Trick
The iPhone X has gained popularity for a ton of good reasons. The Apple device, which has a retail price of $899 with no monthly contract, offers a stainless steel design, high-quality photos, and even Face ID, which makes your face your security password. But if you recently got an iPhone X, you may be wondering one simple thing: how do you turn it off?
One of the most obvious characteristics that the iPhone X has that earlier iPhone models do not is its all-screen design, which lacks the traditional home button. And with the absence of a home button, powering down your phone might be a bit confusing. And while the process is slightly different than before, it's still easy nonetheless.
First, press and hold down the side button, which is on the right side of the phone, and one of the volume buttons, which are on the left side of the phone. After pressing and holding these together, a slider will appear at the very top of your screen that says "slide to power off." Drag the slide over to the right, and voila, your iPhone is completely powered down. If you need to turn it on again, all you have to do is press the right side button until you see the Apple logo pop onto the screen.
This new way of shutting down your phone may feel a bit strange at first, but you'll get the hang of it in no time!
Obsessed With Your AirPods? You Need These 12 Brilliant Accessories
Ever since we got AirPods, our lives have changed. Having a minimal pair of wireless headphones that provide crystal-clear sound and an easy way to take calls has made everything we do so much easier. We love listening to our favorite new albums and podcasts at work, on our commute, or while we're working out. But, these tiny, powerful tools are easy to lose or damage, so you need some great accessories to protect your prized possessions. Well, we found 12 options that will make your life infinitely less stressful; just keep reading to shop our picks!
6 Insider Secrets For Living Life to the Fullest on Your Spring Getaway
OK travelers, real talk. Have you ever gotten home from a big trip only to think about all the little things you would've done differently? Or maybe it took a few days to shut off your brain and fully get into relaxation mode? Either way, sometimes it takes a little doing to find your vacation groove. (Been there!)
We call it Spring break because that's exactly what it's supposed to be - a break. It's a chance to escape any stresses of daily life and treat yourself to some much needed (and deserved) R & R. In fact, a recent study shows that taking a vacation helps to eliminate stress and can even prolong your life. So when you embark on this season's big getaway, remember the goal is to squeeze every ounce of enjoyment from your seaside escape, West Coast road trip, excursion to a new country, or whatever your plans might hold. It's for the sake of science, after all. To help you fully unwind, we linked up with travel experts to share their foolproof secrets for making the most out of the big Spring getaway.
samedi 9 mars 2019
Grab Your Sunscreen and Shades! Here Are 30 Spring-Break-Worthy Destinations For 2019
Spring break is a special time of year for so many reasons. It's a chance to escape the daily grind and enjoy some R&R, yes, but it's also a celebration of the changing of seasons. You survived the year's frostiest months, and the time has come to dust off your favorite sun dress and take a vacation. No matter the type of excursion you're seeking - from budget friendly to super luxe, off the beaten path to Instagram hot spots, family friendly to party nation - we've got your back! Keep reading for the best Spring break destinations of 2019.
Travel Across the Seven Kingdoms With This Immersive Game of Thrones Itinerary in Ireland
Winter has arrived as far as Westeros is concerned, but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the beauty of Dorne and the rustic majesty of the Iron Islands. Game of Thrones is filmed worldwide in countries like Croatia, Iceland, Spain, and Morocco. But, home to more Seven Kingdoms locations than anywhere else in the world, Northern Ireland is the ultimate GoT destination, and the 15th century castles and luscious green hills are calling us to live out the most epic Westeros-themed vacation. A Game of Thrones Adventure of Northern Ireland itinerary exists, which takes guests all across Northern Ireland.
The four-day experience from itinerary company Original Travel lays out an all-encompassing adventure through some of the show's most memorable destinations - you can even get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at some of the series' hidden details! Meet up with a private guide to relive Theon Greyjoy's homecoming with a private horseback ride through the Iron Islands or go on a private tour of Winterfell to admire the gothic architecture and take an archery class in honor of Robb Stark. You can also explore the actual underground caverns where Melisandre gave birth to her terrifying shadow baby.
If you're interested in seeing what goes on behind the camera, you can meet with the goldsmiths who handcrafted the jewelry for a few of the fictional royals on the show, including the Lannister lion pendants and the Baratheon stag pins. To really get some insider secrets before the premiere of season eight, you could visit the show's official Weapons Master, who will share the symbolic meaning behind several of the show's most well-known weapons, including swords (Needle?), axes, and Valyrian steel daggers.
The total cost of the trip is $3,500 per person, which sounds like a Lannister's debt, to say the least. But it isn't just for Game of Thrones fans. This itinerary also gives visitors a glimpse at some of Ireland's rich and vibrant history, from a stop to meet the owner at one of Ireland's smallest pubs to a peek at the ancient Irish art of weapon forging and blacksmithing. With such incredible views, it's no wonder Northern Ireland was chosen as the filming location for such a fantastical world.
Red, Yellow, or Blue? Here's What Each Rose Color Means For Your Relationship
Giving roses to someone can say many different things - I'm sorry, I love you, cheer up, thank you, and so on. And choosing roses for all of these occasions isn't surprising. They're beautiful, they smell amazing, and they come in a ton of different colors. But did you know that each color actually has a very specific meaning? Yeah, so if you were thinking of giving someone special a bouquet of roses, you might want to make sure the color isn't actually appropriate for funerals (queue the awkward silence). Keep reading to see a breakdown of what every color means, so you're armed with the right information and ready to purchase.
- Red: Traditional red roses definitely hint at love and romance, so if you got them from your significant other, things are looking good. They also signify beauty and perfection.
- Pink: Gentler in shade than their red counterparts, pink roses have many meanings, including admiration, gratitude, elegance, gracefulness, and joy.
- Yellow: As you would expect from such a bright, cheerful color, yellow roses convey cheer and joy and are a great flower to express friendship (i.e. these are NOT what you want your significant other to send you!).
- Dark Crimson: This deeper color is appropriate for funerals, as it conveys grief and sorrow.
- White: White is the color of purity, so it's no surprise that white roses represent innocence. They go along with the white dress at many weddings, where they also symbolize new beginnings.
- Orange: Someone may be looking to spice things up with fiery orange roses, which are traditionally the color of passion and desire.
- Blue: You may be someone's secret crush if you receive a bouquet of blue roses, which represent mystery and intrigue.
- Peach: These "thank-you" roses are the perfect way to show appreciation or gratitude.
- Lavender: If you receive a bouquet of lavender roses, things could get very interesting, as they represent love at first sight.
- Salmon: With a hue that falls somewhere between orange and peach, salmon roses symbolize desire and excitement and are a great choice for a new relationship.
- Purple: It was Prince's favorite color for a reason - in addition to its associations with pride and enchantment, the purple rose also has ties to royalty.
- Burgundy: They might be a little too subdued for romantic holidays like Valentine's Day, but burgundy roses, which represent "unconscious beauty," are a great choice for Wintertime decorations.
13 New-Age Gadgets That Look Straight Out of a Retro Era
Remember the days of jelly shoes, landlines, and flavored Lip Smackers? Well, hold on to your Von Dutch hats, because all these retro-inspired gadgets are popping up on the internet. Don't worry, they've got 21st century technology to back them up, so they just look like they're from a different era. We're excited just thinking about them.
I Ignored This Simple iPhone Message All the Time, and It Cost Me 4+ Hours in the Store
A few weeks ago, my husband and I ventured to our nearby phone store to get new iPhones. We were due for an upgrade and were both easily sold on the iPhone X - me for the amazing camera capabilities, and my husband for game storage. But while his transition from his old phone to a new one only took about 20 minutes, mine took over four hours. Why? Because I never backed up my phone. Ever. And they couldn't transfer all of my data from my old phone to my new one without it being backed up.
Throughout my years as an iPhone user, I've gotten pretty used to ignoring one particularly annoying message that popped up frequently: "iPhone Not Backed Up." I always hit "OK" and forgot about it because it was something I didn't want to deal with or thought I didn't need to do. And the few times I did try to back up my phone, it gave me an error message, so I just stopped trying.
Well, fast-forward to the very annoyed saleswoman who knew she would have to sit there for four hours while my phone backed itself up from who knows how long, and I knew I made a mistake. And the worst part about it is that it's such an easy fix! To make sure you don't continually get that annoying message and ensure your phone backs itself up automatically and frequently, all you have to do is click a button.
Go into Settings, click on your name at the top, and click on "iCloud." Scroll down to "iCloud Backup" and turn it on. Turning this on will have your phone automatically back up data such as your photo library, documents, accounts, etc., when your phone is connected to a power source, locked, and connected to WiFi. And that's it. It's that simple! If I had just turned that on a long time ago, I would have been out of the store in 20 minutes, but instead I sat there for four hours on a Saturday. So, please learn from my silly mistake.
Can People Tell When You Look at Their Instagram? We Have Good and Bad News
One of the best things about Instagram is having the ability to anonymously and innocently stalk people - old boyfriends, friends, weird family members, potential dates, etc. If their profiles are public, you can scroll through their grids, check out their photos, and pray you don't accidentally double tap. But have you ever wondered if the people you're creeping on can tell you've been lingering on their page? Or how sometimes the people you look at and don't follow still tend to show up more in your feed? Well, we have good news. Nobody can see when or how often you look at their Instagram page or photos. The bad news? People can see who views their Instagram stories and videos.
Julian Gutman, product lead for Instagram Home, recently explained how Instagram's feed and stories work and how certain things show up. "The people that show up on that list are not the people that stalk you the most," he told The Verge. "It's actually based on your activity and the people that you're closest to." He added that if you look to see who's viewed your story multiple times, you may notice new names popping up higher in the feed, and that's simply because Instagram wants to show you new data from the last time you checked. So it has nothing to do with who's stalking you, but who you're stalking.
Unfortunately, Instagram is super tight-lipped about its algorithms and how exactly they figure out what shows up for you. But according to TechCrunch, what shows up in your feed is all about how you interact with the accounts you follow. The three main things include your interest (how much Instagram thinks you'll care about a post based on your past behavior), recency (how recently a post was shared), and relationship (how close you are to the person based on your commenting, being tagged in their posts, etc.).
So, if you're hoping to stay incognito, don't watch someone's Instagram stories or posted videos (any video they post to their page, including Boomerangs). And an FYI, according to Instagram, a view is counted if a video is played for three seconds or more.
These Disney Vintage Travel Posters Have Me Ready to Discover a Whole New World
A Disney park attraction isn't the only way to visit the famed locations of some of your favorite Disney films. Many people would argue that a handful of the fictional settings in films like Aladdin and The Little Mermaid mimic real places, which is why the folks over at Upgraded Points, an online community that teaches users how to earn travel points and miles, created a series of vintage-style travel posters honoring iconic Disney locations.
Each poster honors a fictional Disney city like Aladdin's Agrabah and The Little Mermaid's Atlantica, and just looking at all of them is just giving us the travel bug. Read ahead to see each one, and be prepared to want to make a Disney-themed gallery wall with them all.
Need a Lyft? Here's How to Get Discounted Rides to Museums for Women's History Month
Celebrating Women's History Month just got easier, thanks to Lyft. The ride-sharing service is offering up to $10 off of one trip to historical monuments, museums, women-owned businesses, and other destinations across the US in honor of Women's History Month.
The promotion kicks off on International Women's Day, March 8, and continues through the end of the month. Lyft teamed up with former Senior Advisor to President Obama Valerie Jarrett to feature places in 33 cities around the country that have inspired her and other trailblazing women committed to public service.
"I think during Women's History Month, it's just so important that we take a moment and learn more about our nation's history and the important role that women have played in that history," Jarrett said in a statement shared with POPSUGAR. "I think Lyft can make a huge contribution to the national discourse and I'm delighted that we're engaged in this campaign."
To keep the celebrations going, Lyft is also launching a series sharing the stories of local heroes in communities where it operates. Some of the noteworthy destinations you can visit through the program include:
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Washington DC - use promo code: WHMDCA19
- The National Portrait Gallery at the Smithsonian
- Republic Restoratives
- The Capitol
- Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument
- Vietnam Women's Memorial
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New York City - use promo code: WHMNYC19
- Center For Women's History
- Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art
- Harriet Tubman Memorial
- Bulletin
- Lockwood
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Boston - use promo code: WHMBOS19
- Bagelsaurus
- CraftRoots Brewing
- Bella Luna & The Milky Way
- Bantam Cider
- Next Step Soul Food Cafe
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Chicago - use promo code: WHMCHI19
- Harold Washington Library Center
- Chicago History Museum
- The Dearborn Restaurant
- Fabiana's Bakery in Hyde Park
- The Legacy Walk in Lakeview
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San Francisco - use promo code: WHMSFO19
- Jane Warner Plaza
- The Tenderloin Museum
- Golden Gate Park
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Los Angeles - use promo code: WHMLAX19
- Golden Road Brewing, Los Angeles
- Golden Road Brewing, Anaheim
- Coolhaus
- Forest Lawn Museum
After learning about the vital role women have had in changing the course of history, get inspired by those who are paving the way today. Meet the badass women who are changing the game, disrupting the makeup industry, and redefining beauty standards.
7 Hacks For Scoring a Luxury Vacation at an Affordable Price
There's no better time than the present to start planning your next getaway. No matter what time of year it is, if you don't have a trip on your calendar to look forward to, you're probably feeling a little gray. And one of the reasons for that may be because of the costs. And going on a vacation you can't afford kind of defeats the purpose. Who can chill out and relax knowing you're going to be eating ramen for the next three months while you pay it off?
Then again, you want - no, deserve - a fine and fancy trip, and there are multiple ways to make it happen. So, we've uncovered some expert hacks to score a luxe, lovely holiday at a price you can actually afford. Don't believe us? Read on and start dusting off that passport!
Having a Destination Wedding? Here's How to Make Your Marriage Legal in the US
Whether you're saying "I do" in the Italian hills of Tuscany or on a beautifully sandy beach on a Caribbean island, destination weddings have the ability to add a bit more magic to an already special day. However, tying the knot outside of the US adds another layer of complication, and it's important when planning to not forget some of the details. One big one? Making your marriage legal at home before or after getting married abroad.
POPSUGAR spoke to David Reischer, Esq., attorney and CEO of LegalAdvice.com, to get his expert advice on the subject. "It's extremely complicated and not practical to get married in a foreign country and to then try to get the foreign marriage validated in the United States," explained Reischer. Thankfully, there are a few simple alternatives that couples can choose from that can make the whole process much easier. For instance, Reischer suggested couples get legally married in a US court house either before or after their destination wedding. "A couple can make their destination wedding legal at home by getting married again in the United States upon return from abroad," he continued. "The couple can also get married in the United States before the destination wedding."
However, Reischer acknowledged that the obvious disadvantage of a couple legally tying the knot before their destination wedding may be that they'll feel like they're jeopardizing the romantic aspect of their big ceremony. If you're worried about this, he advised getting legally married when you return from your destination wedding.
"Many couples decide to go to the county clerk and remarry once returning to the United States from their destination wedding," he said. "All a couple has to do is get a marriage license from the county clerk, then go to city hall or hire a legal official who is allowed to perform legal ceremonies in the city where the couple reside." By deciding on legalizing their marriage this way, couples will not have to translate foreign paperwork and there will be no need for blood tests in a foreign country. "It's extremely less complicated and cheaper to get married for a second time upon returning from a destination wedding and this is what most people do," Reischer said.
This Women’s History Month, the Equal Rights Amendment Is Unfinished Business
Marchers support the ERA at the annual Pride parade in San Francisco in 2017. Photo credit: Elijah Nouvelage / Getty Images.
As we celebrate Women's History Month this March, an unprecedented number of women now hold public office, and an unprecedented number of viable women candidates are running for president. For decades, feminists have been dismissed with arguments that we're already living in a "post-sexism society." Could it be that, in 2019, that argument rings true?
On a very surface level, it might look like our gender problems are fixed - or on the road to being fixed. But look closer, and institutionalized, sexist oppression, gendered violence, and workplace discrimination remains pervasive and everywhere. And this month especially, we all need to remember the Equal Rights Amendment still has yet to pass. The ERA, a proposed Constitutional amendment that would afford women equal legal rights and status to men, was introduced to Congress almost a century ago. Eighty-percent of respondents to one 2016 survey erroneously believed men and women already have equal rights under the Constitution. That's untrue - and exactly what the ERA was written to address.
Policies from the Trump administration - and many state governments emboldened by that administration - to see how society is harming women or pushing them out of public life by denying them life-saving reproductive health care and protecting sexual abusers. If anything, the ERA is just as necessary as it was when it was first introduced.
How the ERA Was Born
Originally written by the famous suffragettes Alice Paul and Crystal Eastman, the ERA was first introduced to Congress in 1921. After languishing for decades, it gained massive traction in the 1970s, and its ratification once seemed like a certainty. But in the face of a heated, highly effective resistance led by conservative women, the amendment ultimately failed to be ratified by a majority (38) of states before expiring. Despite that, state legislatures are still considering and voting on the ERA, and as of last summer, Illinois became the 37th state to ratify the ERA. (The Florida, Arizona, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia state legislatures are all currently considering bills to ratify the ERA.)
The National Organization For Women protests outside the White House in 1969. Protesters wore chains laced with flowers to fight for the passage of the ERA. Photo courtesy: Bettman / Getty Images.
In the 1970s, the United States saw landmark victories for women's rights, including the right of single women to legally access birth control in 1972, and the right to access safe, legal abortion in 1973. But despite coming close, the ERA was ultimately blocked by a salient, well-organized opposition movement, which relied on fear-mongering and gendered hypotheticals to persuade the American public. Conservative activist Phyllis Schlafly became the leader and face of the opposition, asserting the ERA would cause American women to be drafted to wars, lose "protective legislation" that accorded them safer working conditions than male laborers, and be forced away from their children and households.
Schlafly, a lawyer and housewife from Illinois, founded the Stop ERA group and led what's become known as one of the first grassroots conservative movements in the US Schlafly started by distributing pamphlets in the street, and publishing op-eds in local newspapers. Some of her op-eds included such choice lines as, "Women's libbers are promoting free sex instead of the 'slavery of marriage,'" and "They [feminists] are promoting Federal 'day-care centers' for babies instead of homes . . . abortions instead of families."
Phyllis Schlafly holds a "Stop ERA" pillow at her home in 1987. Photo courtesy Bettman / Getty Images
Schlafly's primary arguments were and are pretty easily debunked: Most feminists and ERA supporters oppose the draft for men and women; support fair and safe labor policies for male and female laborers; and support women making fully autonomous decisions in domestic life and child-rearing. But the gist of her argument - that the ERA would endanger women by necessitating sweepingly equal treatment of men and women - remains salient and controversial to this day.
Where's the Debate?
At the core of these historical and persistent arguments against the ERA is a debate over equality and equity: whether we should apply sweepingly equal treatment to people with vastly different experiences and needs, or simply accord people equal status and legal rights, while acknowledging differences in those experiences and needs.
For example, demanding equal treatment of women and men could be actively harmful to women, if it meant eliminating women's empowerment programs and scholarships or diversity standards meant to uplift and recruit women into fields where they are underrepresented. In the absence of such programs, which recognize the inherent place of disadvantage women come from in male-dominated fields, we build upon and expand existing inequality. But the ERA would crucially recognize American citizens as having equal status and legal rights regardless of gender, rather than mandate indiscriminate, equal treatment of men and women.
Why We Need the ERA Today
It's critical that we finally codify the equality of the sexes into the law of the land, and ensure our laws reflect today's increasingly - albeit strained - egalitarian culture through the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment. The ERA could play a role in nearly every modern women's rights struggle, from the mounting war on reproductive rights and endemic sexual violence, to safety and equal pay and opportunity in the workforce.
Specifically, as legal advocates for the ERA have argued, the amendment could protect women from pregnancy and motherhood discrimination, guarantee equal pay, and formally recognize sexual assault and rape as sex discrimination. Lenora Lapidus, director of the Women's Right's Project at the ACLU, told Cosmopolitan: "The ERA would make it clear once and for all there can be no discrimination on the basis of sex. There can be no differential treatment of individuals based on their gender."
In recent years, access to reproductive health care has been steadily eroded to the extent that millennial women's living standards in the context of maternal health and maternal death rates are substantially worse off than their mothers'. Ninety percent of US counties lack abortion providers due to an influx of discriminatory laws enacted in the last decade. Since Roe v. Wade, 1,200 laws targeting women's right to abortion access have been enacted, and more than a third of these laws were passed between 2011 and 2018 alone.
The Equal Rights Amendment could be critical to reasserting women's equal right to safety and full reproductive decision-making power in their bodies, especially in the event that Roe is dismantled or reversed in the coming years. By granting women equal status and legal rights, the ERA could be used to grant women the same right to privacy and bodily autonomy that male citizens have.
Similarly, sexual assault rates remain high, targeting an estimated one in five women, while non-reporting rates stand between about 65 to 85 percent. Sexual harassment and misconduct remain prevalent in workplaces, forcing women out of jobs, industries, education, and public life. The ERA could play a critical role in supporting the rights of survivors, and protecting the safety and inclusion of women in public spaces - including offices, by asserting their equal legal right to safe, nonviolent workplaces. The amendment could also be central to combating the gender wage gap and protecting equitable options and opportunities, by requiring equal compensation for equal work, and formally recognizing the gender wage gap as discrimination.
Where Does the ERA Stand, Today?
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris stated explicitly last month that fighting for the ratification of the ERA would be a priority of her presidential administration. Harris is one of several leading Democratic lawmakers and feminist activists who have publicly shifted attention and public pressure back to the amendment.
Sen. Kamala Harris at the kickoff of her 2020 presidential campaign in January. Photo courtesy: Getty Images.
Now that we're just one state away from the 38 state requirement for ratification, the ERA is a very real possibility. There is, of course, one caveat: The deadline for the amendment to be ratified by 38 states was 1982 - almost 40 years ago. At the end of 1982, only 35 states had ratified the amendment. Upon being ratified by 38 states, the validity of the ERA would likely face legal challenges because of this deadline.
A Democratic-controlled House of Representatives could bode well for passing legislation to ratify or establish a new deadline for the amendment in the future, which should underscore the critical nature of voting. And as the ERA Coalition has stated in response to Harris's declared support for the amendment, it's crucial that up and down the ballot, candidates express support for the ERA, and a determination to fight for its ratification.
As we celebrate Women's History Month, the Equal Rights Amendment is a central part of women's history, as it remains a piece of unfinished business within our lifetime. The ERA has the potential to fundamentally protect and expand women's rights, and promote tremendously important cultural shifts. And the amendment is entirely attainable if we remember and fight for it.
15 of the Most Scandalous Women in History
It's important to pay tribute to the commendable women who've made a difference for the better - but what about the "bad" girls in history, who are notorious for their sexy, shocking, and sinister deeds? Here are scandalous women who have become legendary for everything from stripping to having affairs to naked horseback rides. To be clear, some of this "deviant" behavior was only scandalous for the time. Thankfully, we no longer find things like getting divorced, being bisexual, or embracing sexuality as a woman, full stop, as shocking or wrong in today's culture. But alas, these women were the early ones to break some of these barriers, and more. Get a tawdry history lesson on these controversial female figures now!
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If You Are Saying "I Do" This Spring, These Wedding Bouquets Are For You
Light pinks, bright whites, and pretty pastels: the colors of Spring are more than just playful and refreshing. Bring seasonal touches into your special day with bouquets made from colorful Spring flowers and gorgeous greenery. With some help from our friends at Be Inspired, we've pulled together all the beautiful Spring bouquet inspiration a bride or groom could wish for. Incorporate tulips, peonies, daffodils, and orchids and watch your wedding day bloom with beauty.
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