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How to Help Demand Justice For Elijah McClain Nearly a Year After His Tragic Death
It's been nearly a year since Elijah McClain was choked and beaten by three police officers in Aurora, CO, on Aug. 24, 2019. McClain died six days later after being pronounced brain dead, and the officers responsible were put on paid administrative leave and never apprehended. Amid ongoing protests addressing police brutality and racial inequality, many are just now learning about McClain's tragic death and subsequently demanding justice.
The 23-year-old massage therapist, described as a "sweet soul" by those who knew him, was walking home from buying iced tea at a local convenience store when a civilian called the police to report "suspicious" behavior. McClain was wearing a ski mask because his anemia would often make him run cold, and he was waving his arms, likely because he was dancing to music playing in his headphones.
"I am an introvert. Please respect my boundaries."
When officers Nathan Woodyard, Jason Rosenblatt, and Randy Roedema arrived at the scene, McClain was alarmed and a struggle reportedly ensued. The officers acted with aggression and one restrained McClain by placing him in a carotid hold. According to body camera footage later released by the Aurora Police Department, McClain can be heard saying, "Let me go. I am an introvert. Please respect my boundaries that I am speaking," before repeatedly stating he could not breathe. When paramedics arrived, they administered ketamine to sedate McClain, and he suffered two heart attacks.
Following renewed public interest, the Aurora Police Department announced several policy changes, including a ban on carotid hold and a duty to simply observe "suspicious" persons from afar, as opposed to immediately making contact. More can and should be done to adequately address the insurmountable loss McClain's family and community have faced. Below are just a few ways you can help in the fight for justice.
- Sign and share the petition calling for a full investigation and demanding that the officers involved be taken off duty.
- Donate to (or share) the fundraising campaign started by McClain's mother, Sheneen McClain. The GoFundMe was originally created when McClain was still alive and on life support, but is now dedicated toward a foundation in his name.
- Call Aurora elected officials. Check out this resource to find relevant phone numbers for Colorado representatives, as well as a helpful guide to what you can say when you call.
- Email Aurora officials. If you're stumped on what to write, let this useful template inspire your own emails. Tweak the wording of general templates or write your own emails to avoid your messages being overlooked or filtered out. The link also provides email addresses for Aurora county representatives, so you know who to contact.
- Continue to share McClain's story, and look to the Justice For Elijah McClain Instagram account for further action items. The account is consistently updated with great resources for demanding justice, in addition to information about rallies and demonstrations you can participate in.
- Additional reporting by Yerin Kim
You Can Buy Boozy Pudding Shots in a Ton of Decadent Flavors *and* Get Them Delivered
Sorry, Jell-O shots, but there's a new boozy snack in town, and it comes in some seriously decadent flavors. If you haven't already heard of pudding shots, allow me to introduce you. They're basically a marriage of your favorite drink and dessert, which sounds like a tasty dream come true. Spoonable Spirits in New York specializes in this sweet concoction, but buyers nationwide can place an order and get their favorite flavors delivered straight to their door.
Let's talk about that flavor selection for a second, shall we? Spoonable Spirits offers "ready to spoon" jars like Whiskey Rolo, Rum 'N' Cookies, Vanilla Vodka, Naughty Nutel-Latte, Spiked Cake Shake, plus a couple of timely options like Orange Creamy Quarantini and Social Isolation Sundae. Each jar is two ounces and has a five-percent ABV, which means you're getting a party in every pack of six ($30). Check out ahead, and consider sending one to your BFF (or your mom, your coworker, the lady you pass in the hall) for the next virtual happy hour!
How to Help Demand Justice For Elijah McClain Nearly a Year After His Tragic Death
It's been nearly a year since Elijah McClain was choked and beaten by three police officers in Aurora, CO, on Aug. 24, 2019. McClain died six days later after being pronounced brain dead, and the officers responsible were put on paid administrative leave and never apprehended. Amid ongoing protests addressing police brutality and racial inequality, many are just now learning about McClain's tragic death and subsequently demanding justice.
The 23-year-old massage therapist, described as a "sweet soul" by those who knew him, was walking home from buying iced tea at a local convenience store when a civilian called the police to report "suspicious" behavior. McClain was wearing a ski mask because his anemia would often make him run cold, and he was waving his arms, likely because he was dancing to music playing in his headphones.
"I am an introvert. Please respect my boundaries."
When officers Nathan Woodyard, Jason Rosenblatt, and Randy Roedema arrived at the scene, McClain was alarmed and a struggle reportedly ensued. The officers acted with aggression and one restrained McClain by placing him in a carotid hold. According to body camera footage later released by the Aurora Police Department, McClain can be heard saying, "Let me go. I am an introvert. Please respect my boundaries that I am speaking," before repeatedly stating he could not breathe. When paramedics arrived, they administered ketamine to sedate McClain, and he suffered two heart attacks.
Following renewed public interest, the Aurora Police Department announced several policy changes, including a ban on carotid hold and a duty to simply observe "suspicious" persons from afar, as opposed to immediately making contact. More can and should be done to adequately address the insurmountable loss McClain's family and community have faced. Below are just a few ways you can help in the fight for justice.
- Sign and share the petition calling for a full investigation and demanding that the officers involved be taken off duty.
- Donate to (or share) the fundraising campaign started by McClain's mother, Sheneen McClain. The GoFundMe was originally created when McClain was still alive and on life support, but is now dedicated toward a foundation in his name.
- Call Aurora elected officials. Check out this resource to find relevant phone numbers for Colorado representatives, as well as a helpful guide to what you can say when you call.
- Email Aurora officials. If you're stumped on what to write, let this useful template inspire your own emails. Tweak the wording of general templates or write your own emails to avoid your messages being overlooked or filtered out. The link also provides email addresses for Aurora county representatives, so you know who to contact.
- Continue to share McClain's story, and look to the Justice For Elijah McClain Instagram account for further action items. The account is consistently updated with great resources for demanding justice, in addition to information about rallies and demonstrations you can participate in.
- Additional reporting by Yerin Kim
How Puerto Rico Adapted to the Times and Is Preparing to Reopen the Country For Tourism
Puerto Rico's COVID-19 guidelines have been very strict. The island took dramatic steps to control the virus and protect its residents; as of July 2019, 21 percent of Puerto Rico's population was over the age of 65, which puts them at a higher risk of contracting and falling seriously ill from COVID-19.
Governor Wanda Vásquez Garced established a task force to look into how the virus would affect the island on Feb. 29, and the government took the position that every suspicious case was to be treated as a COVID-19 case and kept in isolation for 14 days while they wait for test results. On March 12, the governor declared a state of emergency and activated the Puerto Rico National Guard to help monitor travelers.
Citizens of Puerto Rico were put on a curfew and all nonessential businesses were ordered to close. Visitors and residents were told to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. The island saw its biggest spike in cases at the beginning of June, but has managed to keep the death toll relatively low, with an overall 6,820 confirmed cases and 149 deaths as of writing.
Now, the country has started slowly reopening, with tourism set to officially resume on July 15. Currently, face masks remain mandatory when in public. Beaches are open, but groups are not allowed, and social distancing is being enforced. Some spas, museums, and movie theaters are open, and restaurants have increased their capacity to 50 percent, as well as hotel pools. All commercial flights have been diverted to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, with Rafael Hernández Airport in Aguadilla, and Mercedita International Airport in Ponce are expected to reopen on July 6.
The Puerto Rican National Guard is still at the Luis Muñoz Marín airport continuing to help improve health controls for arriving passengers and are even offering voluntary COVID-19 tests. Arriving passengers may be asked to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival; however, it's expected that the government will adjust some measures before the July 15 reopening.
Currently, curfew is still being enforced until June 30 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. with emergency exceptions.
The health and safety of visitors and residents remain a top priority, and the tourism industry in Puerto Rico is continuing updating important information should you choose to travel to the island once tourism resumes.
How Puerto Rico Adapted to the Times and Is Preparing to Reopen the Country For Tourism
Puerto Rico's COVID-19 guidelines have been very strict. The island took dramatic steps to control the virus and protect its residents; as of July 2019, 21 percent of Puerto Rico's population was over the age of 65, which puts them at a higher risk of contracting and falling seriously ill from COVID-19.
Governor Wanda Vásquez Garced established a task force to look into how the virus would affect the island on Feb. 29, and the government took the position that every suspicious case was to be treated as a COVID-19 case and kept in isolation for 14 days while they wait for test results. On March 12, the governor declared a state of emergency and activated the Puerto Rico National Guard to help monitor travelers.
Citizens of Puerto Rico were put on a curfew and all nonessential businesses were ordered to close. Visitors and residents were told to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. The island saw its biggest spike in cases at the beginning of June, but has managed to keep the death toll relatively low, with an overall 6,820 confirmed cases and 149 deaths as of writing.
Now, the country has started slowly reopening, with tourism set to officially resume on July 15. Currently, face masks remain mandatory when in public. Beaches are open, but groups are not allowed, and social distancing is being enforced. Some spas, museums, and movie theaters are open, and restaurants have increased their capacity to 50 percent, as well as hotel pools. All commercial flights have been diverted to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, with Rafael Hernández Airport in Aguadilla, and Mercedita International Airport in Ponce are expected to reopen on July 6.
The Puerto Rican National Guard is still at the Luis Muñoz Marín airport continuing to help improve health controls for arriving passengers and are even offering voluntary COVID-19 tests. Arriving passengers may be asked to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival; however, it's expected that the government will adjust some measures before the July 15 reopening.
Currently, curfew is still being enforced until June 30 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. with emergency exceptions.
The health and safety of visitors and residents remain a top priority, and the tourism industry in Puerto Rico is continuing updating important information should you choose to travel to the island once tourism resumes.
Raul Peñaranda is Taking His Brand to a New Level by Teaming Up With Calvin Klein’s Former CEO
Image Source: Arun Nevader/Getty Images
Raul Peñaranda has global domination on his sight. The Colombian-Venezuelan haute-couture designer, who showed his 21st collection "Shine" at New York Fashion Week this past February, is teaming up with Tom Murry, former CEO of Calvin Klein, to lead Raul Peñaranda LLC as the new Chief Executive Officer.
The company will still be based in NYC, with Peñaranda continuing on as Founder and Creative Director. This is just another step on Peñaranda's journey designing luxury women's wear with an aesthetic that sets him apart with a mix of seduction and sophistication. "I don't design dresses - I create emotions and the dresses are basically my way of communicating to the world," Peñaranda told POPSUGAR in a past interview.
Image Source: Courtesy of Raul Peñaranda
Peñaranda collections celebrate the intrinsic beauty of the human spirit with his one-of-a-kind, expert craftsmanship and beautiful use of luxurious fabrics. "We are a luxury brand crafted with kindness and our mission statement is to 'show the world who you are,'" he said in a press release, reaffirming his commitment of remaining cruelty-free and avoiding the "pitfalls behind mass production."
Meanwhile, Murry is looking forward to building Raul Peñaranda into a fashion powerhouse for the next generation with a global reach. "Raúl and I are very excited about this extraordinary opportunity," Murry added. "We look forward to adding other appropriate product categories and expanding Raúl's unique blend of flair, warmth, quality and creativity into more arenas."
17 Denim Shorts That Actually Look and Feel Good On
Finding the perfect denim shorts is no easy task, but having at least one solid pair of these versatile bottoms can always come in handy. To help you find your best match for summer, we went shopping for you and found a variety of cuts and washes. All these versatile choices are easy to mix and match with everything you already own, and prices start at just $25. From brands like Levi's, H&M, and Madewell, prepare to want them all. Keep reading to find your match.
18 New Summer Sneakers So Cool, We Predict They'll Be Out of Stock By August
Somebody needs to hide my computer, because I can't stop buying sneakers online. The versatile shoe is the perfect summer staple because it goes great with both dresses and pants. Lots of new designs were just released for the season, so there are plenty of options for avid shoppers to choose from.
Nobody said you need to be a runner to rock insanely cute sneakers. There are so many incredible styles that are meant for the street and not the treadmill. We curated a collection of our favorite picks from the hottest designers including Nike, Keds, Converse, and more. Check out these Instagrammable kicks, and get yourself a pair.
How to Help Demand Justice For Elijah McClain Nearly a Year After His Tragic Death
It's been nearly a year since Elijah McClain was choked and beaten by three police officers in Aurora, CO, on Aug. 24, 2019. McClain died six days later after being pronounced brain dead, and the officers responsible were put on paid administrative leave and never apprehended. Amid ongoing protests addressing police brutality and racial inequality, many are just now learning about McClain's tragic death and subsequently demanding justice.
The 23-year-old massage therapist, described as a "sweet soul" by those who knew him, was walking home from buying iced tea at a local convenience store when a civilian called the police to report "suspicious" behavior. McClain was wearing a ski mask because his anemia would often make him run cold, and he was waving his arms, likely because he was dancing to music playing in his headphones.
"I am an introvert. Please respect my boundaries."
When officers Nathan Woodyard, Jason Rosenblatt, and Randy Roedema arrived at the scene, McClain was alarmed and a struggle reportedly ensued. The officers acted with aggression and one restrained McClain by placing him in a carotid hold. According to body camera footage later released by the Aurora Police Department, McClain can be heard saying, "Let me go. I am an introvert. Please respect my boundaries that I am speaking," before repeatedly stating he could not breathe. When paramedics arrived, they administered ketamine to sedate McClain, and he suffered two heart attacks.
Following renewed public interest, the Aurora Police Department announced several policy changes, including a ban on carotid hold and a duty to simply observe "suspicious" persons from afar, as opposed to immediately making contact. More can and should be done to adequately address the insurmountable loss McClain's family and community have faced. Below are just a few ways you can help in the fight for justice.
- Sign and share the petition calling for a full investigation and demanding that the officers involved be taken off duty.
- Donate to (or share) the fundraising campaign started by McClain's mother, Sheneen McClain. The GoFundMe was originally created when McClain was still alive and on life support, but is now dedicated toward a foundation in his name.
- Call Aurora elected officials. Check out this resource to find relevant phone numbers for Colorado representatives, as well as a helpful guide to what you can say when you call.
- Email Aurora officials. If you're stumped on what to write, let this useful template inspire your own emails. Tweak the wording of general templates or write your own emails to avoid your messages being overlooked or filtered out. The link also provides email addresses for Aurora county representatives, so you know who to contact.
- Continue to share McClain's story, and look to the Justice For Elijah McClain Instagram account for further action items. The account is consistently updated with great resources for demanding justice, in addition to information about rallies and demonstrations you can participate in.
- Additional reporting by Yerin Kim
How Puerto Rico Adapted to the Times and Is Preparing to Reopen the Country For Tourism
Puerto Rico's COVID-19 guidelines have been very strict. The island took dramatic steps to control the virus and protect its residents; as of July 2019, 21 percent of Puerto Rico's population was over the age of 65, which puts them at a higher risk of contracting and falling seriously ill from COVID-19.
Governor Wanda Vásquez Garced established a task force to look into how the virus would affect the island on Feb. 29, and the government took the position that every suspicious case was to be treated as a COVID-19 case and kept in isolation for 14 days while they wait for test results. On March 12, the governor declared a state of emergency and activated the Puerto Rico National Guard to help monitor travelers.
Citizens of Puerto Rico were put on a curfew and all nonessential businesses were ordered to close. Visitors and residents were told to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. The island saw its biggest spike in cases at the beginning of June, but has managed to keep the death toll relatively low, with an overall 6,820 confirmed cases and 149 deaths as of writing.
Now, the country has started slowly reopening, with tourism set to officially resume on July 15. Currently, face masks remain mandatory when in public. Beaches are open, but groups are not allowed, and social distancing is being enforced. Some spas, museums, and movie theaters are open, and restaurants have increased their capacity to 50 percent, as well as hotel pools. All commercial flights have been diverted to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, with Rafael Hernández Airport in Aguadilla, and Mercedita International Airport in Ponce are expected to reopen on July 6.
The Puerto Rican National Guard is still at the Luis Muñoz Marín airport continuing to help improve health controls for arriving passengers and are even offering voluntary COVID-19 tests. Arriving passengers may be asked to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival; however, it's expected that the government will adjust some measures before the July 15 reopening.
Currently, curfew is still being enforced until June 30 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. with emergency exceptions.
The health and safety of visitors and residents remain a top priority, and the tourism industry in Puerto Rico is continuing updating important information should you choose to travel to the island once tourism resumes.
Trade In Your Heavy Foundation For One of These Lightweight Choices With SPF
Honestly, I'm a sweaty person and when the weather really starts warms up, having foundation drip down my face isn't fun. Being bare-faced is always top choice, but for when I do feel like wearing makeup, I almost always reach for a lightweight choice, especially in summer. These are always great, because you have the option build up the amount of coverage you prefer, whether its more sheer on full on.
The past few years, I've also taken wearing sunscreen a lot more seriously for the overall health of my skin. I decided to go on a mission to find the best lightweight foundation that contains SPF at least over 30, turns out, it was a lot harder than I thought. Thankfully, I found a few that tick off everything on my wish list. If you're also looking for one, you've come to the right place. Ahead, I curated the five best choices to try. Keep reading to shop them all and find your match.
These 16 Plants Could Help You Sleep Better - So What Are You Waiting For?
Many of us are on the lookout for ways to get better sleep, from ambient noise to cozy pajamas, high-quality linens, the perfect sleep mask, and everything in between. But did you know that the key to a good night's sleep might be as simple as better indoor air quality and soothing scents? Having cleaner air in our homes, especially in our bedrooms, means higher levels of oxygen and could help you get the rest of you've been searching for. When it comes to purifying the air in your home, plants are a great natural option that look beautiful and carry soothing aromas. And since they're available on Amazon, you won't have to spend hours searching!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
How I Retrained My Attention Span and Rediscovered My Love For Reading Books
As a kid, Scholastic book fairs were my personal all-you-can-eat buffet. Nancy Drew. A Series of Unfortunate Events. Goosebumps. The Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley. Harry Potter. Junie B. Jones. Beezus and Ramona. I devoured books the way Bunnicula devoured carrot juice, drinking stories down to the last drop to sustain myself until I came across a new shelf lined with tales waiting to be told.
I was the kid who read during recess, who frequented the public library on weekends and stayed up way past my bed time just to squeeze in one more chapter of my newest treasure. I like to think Matilda Wormwood and I would have been great friends. But when I went away to college, I hardly had time to read the required textbooks, let alone indulge in my favorite pastime. As much as I longed to get lost in mysteries and fairytales, I had to prioritize school. Classes soon turned into work, and before I knew it, reading had been written off my to-do list altogether.
While I still don't have the time to devour story after story in a single day, reading for pleasure has become a regular part of my adult life in a way that my younger self would be happy to see.
Despite my lack of free time, I still visited book shops and requested books as gifts on every holiday and birthday, surrounding myself with the thing I loved in the hopes that I would finally rediscover that hunger for literature that once consumed me. But even when I did have free time at the end of a long day, I would find myself reaching for the remote or my phone instead of a book, ready to turn my brain off and let myself fall into a zombie-like trance in front of a screen. When I did find the energy to pick up a book again, I couldn't concentrate and had to force myself to re-read paragraph after paragraph because nothing would stick. When I couldn't even make it through a full page without getting distracted, I knew I had a problem.
Desperate to dive back into the world of magic and adventure, I set a list of goals for myself to achieve. After just a few days, I was on the path towards retraining my attention span and getting myself back on track to reading the books I longed to get lost in. Here's what I changed to get myself started:
Read the First Chapter
If you haven't read through an entire book in a while, tasking yourself with getting from beginning to end can seem pretty daunting. That's why I made it my goal to start with one of the many books I'd promised myself I'd get through someday and just read the first chapter. As simple as it might sound, getting through the first chapter of a book without setting it down to check my phone was a major struggle. It took nearly twice as long as I'd expected, but with each new chapter that I read, my focus became clearer and I became more and more invested in the plot. Before I knew it, I was halfway through my first book and my new goal was to reach the end.
Schedule 20-minute Windows For Reading
Given that I was no longer accustomed to staring at words on a page for more than a minute at a time, I knew I would have to immerse myself in the world of reading in a way that trained my brain to refocus. To do this, I set time goals for myself. For 15 then 20 then 30 (and so on) minutes at a time, I would sit down with a book and no screens to distract me. While I didn't have a page number to reach within the time I'd designated for myself, I found that having the structure of a time window for reading meant I was more focused, and my attention span quickly began to increase.
Read on the Go
While getting through the first chapter of a book was a journey, motivating myself to keep going after a couple chapters was even more difficult. No matter how invested in the story I was, I found countless ways to distract myself from returning to the book I was reading. As someone who loves being organized and having a plan, the solution was obvious: I made a schedule. Every morning and every afternoon on my bus commute to and from the city, I would stuff my phone into my pocket and pull out my latest novel, forcing myself to read through (and take in) as many pages as I could before I arrived at my stop. It took a little bit of getting used to, but after a week I was set in a routine that had me feeling like the kid with a book in her hands on the playground all over again.
Make Your Books Your Newest Accessory
I've made novels of all sizes and page lengths my newest accessory. The best part? They never go out of style. Just having a book on hand makes me more likely to pull it out when I have five minutes to spare, leaving me more fulfilled than if I'd played a game on my phone or scrolled through Instagram during my breaks throughout the day.
Join a Book Club
Since the start of my reading-related journey, I've joined two book clubs and created an ongoing two-person book club with my best friend. Even if I don't particularly like what we're reading that week or month, I've found that having conversations about the books brings them to life and encourages me to think more deeply about the words on the page. So whether the book is fiction, non-fiction, autobiography, or a book of poems, having that community of people around me who also love to read motivates me to dig up a new bookmark and delve into another world.
It's been over a year and a half since I started out on my quest to rediscover my love for reading, and I'm proud to say that I've made my way through dozens of new books. While I still don't have the time to devour story after story in a single day, reading for pleasure has become a regular part of my adult life in a way that my younger self would be happy to see.
At the end of a long day, I can curl up with a good book and feel more fulfilled than I would while taking in my latest Netflix obsession. I can order books without feeling guilty about letting them sit on a shelf for years on end before I get to them, and I can look forward to cracking open the spine of a hardback and letting myself be teleported to another universe over the weekend. A quick peek into my apartment will show stacks of books piled in the corners of almost every room, and I plan to make my way through all of them one page at a time.
How Puerto Rico Adapted to the Times and Is Preparing to Reopen the Country For Tourism
Puerto Rico's COVID-19 guidelines have been very strict. The island took dramatic steps to control the virus and protect its residents; as of July 2019, 21 percent of Puerto Rico's population was over the age of 65, which puts them at a higher risk of contracting and falling seriously ill from COVID-19.
Governor Wanda Vásquez Garced established a task force to look into how the virus would affect the island on Feb. 29, and the government took the position that every suspicious case was to be treated as a COVID-19 case and kept in isolation for 14 days while they wait for test results. On March 12, the governor declared a state of emergency and activated the Puerto Rico National Guard to help monitor travelers.
Citizens of Puerto Rico were put on a curfew and all nonessential businesses were ordered to close. Visitors and residents were told to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. The island saw its biggest spike in cases at the beginning of June, but has managed to keep the death toll relatively low, with an overall 6,820 confirmed cases and 149 deaths as of writing.
Now, the country has started slowly reopening, with tourism set to officially resume on July 15. Currently, face masks remain mandatory when in public. Beaches are open, but groups are not allowed, and social distancing is being enforced. Some spas, museums, and movie theaters are open, and restaurants have increased their capacity to 50 percent, as well as hotel pools. All commercial flights have been diverted to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, with Rafael Hernández Airport in Aguadilla, and Mercedita International Airport in Ponce are expected to reopen on July 6.
The Puerto Rican National Guard is still at the Luis Muñoz Marín airport continuing to help improve health controls for arriving passengers and are even offering voluntary COVID-19 tests. Arriving passengers may be asked to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival; however, it's expected that the government will adjust some measures before the July 15 reopening.
Currently, curfew is still being enforced until June 30 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. with emergency exceptions.
The health and safety of visitors and residents remain a top priority, and the tourism industry in Puerto Rico is continuing updating important information should you choose to travel to the island once tourism resumes.
Raul Peñaranda is Taking His Brand to a New Level by Teaming Up With Calvin Klein’s Former CEO
Image Source: Arun Nevader/Getty Images
Raul Peñaranda has global domination on his sight. The Colombian-Venezuelan haute-couture designer, who showed his 21st collection "Shine" at New York Fashion Week this past February, is teaming up with Tom Murry, former CEO of Calvin Klein, to lead Raul Peñaranda LLC as the new Chief Executive Officer.
The company will still be based in NYC, with Peñaranda continuing on as Founder and Creative Director. This is just another step on Peñaranda's journey designing luxury women's wear with an aesthetic that sets him apart with a mix of seduction and sophistication. "I don't design dresses - I create emotions and the dresses are basically my way of communicating to the world," Peñaranda told POPSUGAR in a past interview.
Image Source: Courtesy of Raul Peñaranda
Peñaranda collections celebrate the intrinsic beauty of the human spirit with his one-of-a-kind, expert craftsmanship and beautiful use of luxurious fabrics. "We are a luxury brand crafted with kindness and our mission statement is to 'show the world who you are,'" he said in a press release, reaffirming his commitment of remaining cruelty-free and avoiding the "pitfalls behind mass production."
Meanwhile, Murry is looking forward to building Raul Peñaranda into a fashion powerhouse for the next generation with a global reach. "Raúl and I are very excited about this extraordinary opportunity," Murry added. "We look forward to adding other appropriate product categories and expanding Raúl's unique blend of flair, warmth, quality and creativity into more arenas."
18 New Summer Sneakers So Cool, We Predict They'll Be Out of Stock By August
Somebody needs to hide my computer, because I can't stop buying sneakers online. The versatile shoe is the perfect summer staple because it goes great with both dresses and pants. Lots of new designs were just released for the season, so there are plenty of options for avid shoppers to choose from.
Nobody said you need to be a runner to rock insanely cute sneakers. There are so many incredible styles that are meant for the street and not the treadmill. We curated a collection of our favorite picks from the hottest designers including Nike, Keds, Converse, and more. Check out these Instagrammable kicks, and get yourself a pair.
These 16 Plants Could Help You Sleep Better - So What Are You Waiting For?
Many of us are on the lookout for ways to get better sleep, from ambient noise to cozy pajamas, high-quality linens, the perfect sleep mask, and everything in between. But did you know that the key to a good night's sleep might be as simple as better indoor air quality and soothing scents? Having cleaner air in our homes, especially in our bedrooms, means higher levels of oxygen and could help you get the rest of you've been searching for. When it comes to purifying the air in your home, plants are a great natural option that look beautiful and carry soothing aromas. And since they're available on Amazon, you won't have to spend hours searching!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
Trade In Your Heavy Foundation For One of These Lightweight Choices With SPF
Honestly, I'm a sweaty person and when the weather really starts warms up, having foundation drip down my face isn't fun. Being bare-faced is always top choice, but for when I do feel like wearing makeup, I almost always reach for a lightweight choice, especially in summer. These are always great, because you have the option build up the amount of coverage you prefer, whether its more sheer on full on.
The past few years, I've also taken wearing sunscreen a lot more seriously for the overall health of my skin. I decided to go on a mission to find the best lightweight foundation that contains SPF at least over 30, turns out, it was a lot harder than I thought. Thankfully, I found a few that tick off everything on my wish list. If you're also looking for one, you've come to the right place. Ahead, I curated the five best choices to try. Keep reading to shop them all and find your match.
How I Retrained My Attention Span and Rediscovered My Love For Reading Books
As a kid, Scholastic book fairs were my personal all-you-can-eat buffet. Nancy Drew. A Series of Unfortunate Events. Goosebumps. The Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley. Harry Potter. Junie B. Jones. Beezus and Ramona. I devoured books the way Bunnicula devoured carrot juice, drinking stories down to the last drop to sustain myself until I came across a new shelf lined with tales waiting to be told.
I was the kid who read during recess, who frequented the public library on weekends and stayed up way past my bed time just to squeeze in one more chapter of my newest treasure. I like to think Matilda Wormwood and I would have been great friends. But when I went away to college, I hardly had time to read the required textbooks, let alone indulge in my favorite pastime. As much as I longed to get lost in mysteries and fairytales, I had to prioritize school. Classes soon turned into work, and before I knew it, reading had been written off my to-do list altogether.
While I still don't have the time to devour story after story in a single day, reading for pleasure has become a regular part of my adult life in a way that my younger self would be happy to see.
Despite my lack of free time, I still visited book shops and requested books as gifts on every holiday and birthday, surrounding myself with the thing I loved in the hopes that I would finally rediscover that hunger for literature that once consumed me. But even when I did have free time at the end of a long day, I would find myself reaching for the remote or my phone instead of a book, ready to turn my brain off and let myself fall into a zombie-like trance in front of a screen. When I did find the energy to pick up a book again, I couldn't concentrate and had to force myself to re-read paragraph after paragraph because nothing would stick. When I couldn't even make it through a full page without getting distracted, I knew I had a problem.
Desperate to dive back into the world of magic and adventure, I set a list of goals for myself to achieve. After just a few days, I was on the path towards retraining my attention span and getting myself back on track to reading the books I longed to get lost in. Here's what I changed to get myself started:
Read the First Chapter
If you haven't read through an entire book in a while, tasking yourself with getting from beginning to end can seem pretty daunting. That's why I made it my goal to start with one of the many books I'd promised myself I'd get through someday and just read the first chapter. As simple as it might sound, getting through the first chapter of a book without setting it down to check my phone was a major struggle. It took nearly twice as long as I'd expected, but with each new chapter that I read, my focus became clearer and I became more and more invested in the plot. Before I knew it, I was halfway through my first book and my new goal was to reach the end.
Schedule 20-minute Windows For Reading
Given that I was no longer accustomed to staring at words on a page for more than a minute at a time, I knew I would have to immerse myself in the world of reading in a way that trained my brain to refocus. To do this, I set time goals for myself. For 15 then 20 then 30 (and so on) minutes at a time, I would sit down with a book and no screens to distract me. While I didn't have a page number to reach within the time I'd designated for myself, I found that having the structure of a time window for reading meant I was more focused, and my attention span quickly began to increase.
Read on the Go
While getting through the first chapter of a book was a journey, motivating myself to keep going after a couple chapters was even more difficult. No matter how invested in the story I was, I found countless ways to distract myself from returning to the book I was reading. As someone who loves being organized and having a plan, the solution was obvious: I made a schedule. Every morning and every afternoon on my bus commute to and from the city, I would stuff my phone into my pocket and pull out my latest novel, forcing myself to read through (and take in) as many pages as I could before I arrived at my stop. It took a little bit of getting used to, but after a week I was set in a routine that had me feeling like the kid with a book in her hands on the playground all over again.
Make Your Books Your Newest Accessory
I've made novels of all sizes and page lengths my newest accessory. The best part? They never go out of style. Just having a book on hand makes me more likely to pull it out when I have five minutes to spare, leaving me more fulfilled than if I'd played a game on my phone or scrolled through Instagram during my breaks throughout the day.
Join a Book Club
Since the start of my reading-related journey, I've joined two book clubs and created an ongoing two-person book club with my best friend. Even if I don't particularly like what we're reading that week or month, I've found that having conversations about the books brings them to life and encourages me to think more deeply about the words on the page. So whether the book is fiction, non-fiction, autobiography, or a book of poems, having that community of people around me who also love to read motivates me to dig up a new bookmark and delve into another world.
It's been over a year and a half since I started out on my quest to rediscover my love for reading, and I'm proud to say that I've made my way through dozens of new books. While I still don't have the time to devour story after story in a single day, reading for pleasure has become a regular part of my adult life in a way that my younger self would be happy to see.
At the end of a long day, I can curl up with a good book and feel more fulfilled than I would while taking in my latest Netflix obsession. I can order books without feeling guilty about letting them sit on a shelf for years on end before I get to them, and I can look forward to cracking open the spine of a hardback and letting myself be teleported to another universe over the weekend. A quick peek into my apartment will show stacks of books piled in the corners of almost every room, and I plan to make my way through all of them one page at a time.
Yep, You Can Remove Shows from Your Netflix Viewing History - Here's How
Tired of getting Netflix recommendations based off that one show you stopped watching after two episodes? Good news: you can remove something from your Netflix viewing history to make that stop! Instead of having a bunch of shows you haven't watched in ages clogging up your "continue watching" feed - and skewing your recommendations - there's a handy feature that lets you remove the stuff you don't want in your viewing history anymore. It's a simple hack that lets you remove individual episodes or movies or entire shows from your history, so you've only got the stuff you actually want in the algorithm. Follow these easy steps to clear out your Netflix history now!
Yep, You Can Remove Shows from Your Netflix Viewing History - Here's How
Tired of getting Netflix recommendations based off that one show you stopped watching after two episodes? Good news: you can remove something from your Netflix viewing history to make that stop! Instead of having a bunch of shows you haven't watched in ages clogging up your "continue watching" feed - and skewing your recommendations - there's a handy feature that lets you remove the stuff you don't want in your viewing history anymore. It's a simple hack that lets you remove individual episodes or movies or entire shows from your history, so you've only got the stuff you actually want in the algorithm. Follow these easy steps to clear out your Netflix history now!
These 16 Plants Could Help You Sleep Better - So What Are You Waiting For?
Many of us are on the lookout for ways to get better sleep, from ambient noise to cozy pajamas, high-quality linens, the perfect sleep mask, and everything in between. But did you know that the key to a good night's sleep might be as simple as better indoor air quality and soothing scents? Having cleaner air in our homes, especially in our bedrooms, means higher levels of oxygen and could help you get the rest of you've been searching for. When it comes to purifying the air in your home, plants are a great natural option that look beautiful and carry soothing aromas. And since they're available on Amazon, you won't have to spend hours searching!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
How I Retrained My Attention Span and Rediscovered My Love For Reading Books
As a kid, Scholastic book fairs were my personal all-you-can-eat buffet. Nancy Drew. A Series of Unfortunate Events. Goosebumps. The Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley. Harry Potter. Junie B. Jones. Beezus and Ramona. I devoured books the way Bunnicula devoured carrot juice, drinking stories down to the last drop to sustain myself until I came across a new shelf lined with tales waiting to be told.
I was the kid who read during recess, who frequented the public library on weekends and stayed up way past my bed time just to squeeze in one more chapter of my newest treasure. I like to think Matilda Wormwood and I would have been great friends. But when I went away to college, I hardly had time to read the required textbooks, let alone indulge in my favorite pastime. As much as I longed to get lost in mysteries and fairytales, I had to prioritize school. Classes soon turned into work, and before I knew it, reading had been written off my to-do list altogether.
While I still don't have the time to devour story after story in a single day, reading for pleasure has become a regular part of my adult life in a way that my younger self would be happy to see.
Despite my lack of free time, I still visited book shops and requested books as gifts on every holiday and birthday, surrounding myself with the thing I loved in the hopes that I would finally rediscover that hunger for literature that once consumed me. But even when I did have free time at the end of a long day, I would find myself reaching for the remote or my phone instead of a book, ready to turn my brain off and let myself fall into a zombie-like trance in front of a screen. When I did find the energy to pick up a book again, I couldn't concentrate and had to force myself to re-read paragraph after paragraph because nothing would stick. When I couldn't even make it through a full page without getting distracted, I knew I had a problem.
Desperate to dive back into the world of magic and adventure, I set a list of goals for myself to achieve. After just a few days, I was on the path towards retraining my attention span and getting myself back on track to reading the books I longed to get lost in. Here's what I changed to get myself started:
Read the First Chapter
If you haven't read through an entire book in a while, tasking yourself with getting from beginning to end can seem pretty daunting. That's why I made it my goal to start with one of the many books I'd promised myself I'd get through someday and just read the first chapter. As simple as it might sound, getting through the first chapter of a book without setting it down to check my phone was a major struggle. It took nearly twice as long as I'd expected, but with each new chapter that I read, my focus became clearer and I became more and more invested in the plot. Before I knew it, I was halfway through my first book and my new goal was to reach the end.
Schedule 20-minute Windows For Reading
Given that I was no longer accustomed to staring at words on a page for more than a minute at a time, I knew I would have to immerse myself in the world of reading in a way that trained my brain to refocus. To do this, I set time goals for myself. For 15 then 20 then 30 (and so on) minutes at a time, I would sit down with a book and no screens to distract me. While I didn't have a page number to reach within the time I'd designated for myself, I found that having the structure of a time window for reading meant I was more focused, and my attention span quickly began to increase.
Read on the Go
While getting through the first chapter of a book was a journey, motivating myself to keep going after a couple chapters was even more difficult. No matter how invested in the story I was, I found countless ways to distract myself from returning to the book I was reading. As someone who loves being organized and having a plan, the solution was obvious: I made a schedule. Every morning and every afternoon on my bus commute to and from the city, I would stuff my phone into my pocket and pull out my latest novel, forcing myself to read through (and take in) as many pages as I could before I arrived at my stop. It took a little bit of getting used to, but after a week I was set in a routine that had me feeling like the kid with a book in her hands on the playground all over again.
Make Your Books Your Newest Accessory
I've made novels of all sizes and page lengths my newest accessory. The best part? They never go out of style. Just having a book on hand makes me more likely to pull it out when I have five minutes to spare, leaving me more fulfilled than if I'd played a game on my phone or scrolled through Instagram during my breaks throughout the day.
Join a Book Club
Since the start of my reading-related journey, I've joined two book clubs and created an ongoing two-person book club with my best friend. Even if I don't particularly like what we're reading that week or month, I've found that having conversations about the books brings them to life and encourages me to think more deeply about the words on the page. So whether the book is fiction, non-fiction, autobiography, or a book of poems, having that community of people around me who also love to read motivates me to dig up a new bookmark and delve into another world.
It's been over a year and a half since I started out on my quest to rediscover my love for reading, and I'm proud to say that I've made my way through dozens of new books. While I still don't have the time to devour story after story in a single day, reading for pleasure has become a regular part of my adult life in a way that my younger self would be happy to see.
At the end of a long day, I can curl up with a good book and feel more fulfilled than I would while taking in my latest Netflix obsession. I can order books without feeling guilty about letting them sit on a shelf for years on end before I get to them, and I can look forward to cracking open the spine of a hardback and letting myself be teleported to another universe over the weekend. A quick peek into my apartment will show stacks of books piled in the corners of almost every room, and I plan to make my way through all of them one page at a time.
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"Now Is the Time": These WNBA Players Are Opting Out of a Season to Fight For Racial Justice
The WNBA season is set to start in late July, but at least three players will be opting out and using their time to fight for racial justice.
Minnesota Lynx forward Maya Moore, Atlanta Dream guard Renee Montgomery, and Washington Mystics guard Natasha Cloud have all spoken out about their decisions to sit out the 2020 season to focus on social reform. It will be the second straight season missed by Moore, considered to be one of the most accomplished basketball players of all time, who has focused her efforts on criminal justice reform. Cloud and Montgomery have both come forward in the last week to announce their own decisions. "I have a responsibility to myself, to my community and to my future children to fight for something that is much bigger than myself and the game of basketball," Cloud (above) said in a statement.
During discussions on the WNBA's return, players were wary of starting play during a pandemic and in a moment where social justice issues are at the forefront, many expressed a desire to focus on reform, ESPN reported. "Amplifying the voices of our players is really important," said WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert. "They do it all year round, and I think they can use this opportunity to be together to enhance what they're doing. We're going to work with them on that and support them in it."
"The league has said to us, 'You guys are at the wheel; whatever you want to do, we're going to try to make it happen,'" said Chiney Ogwumike, LA Sparks power forward and vice president of the WNBA Players' Association, in an interview with ESPN. Other WNBA players have opted out due to pandemic-related health concerns. Some stars, including Ogwumike and Seattle Storm guard Sue Bird, are planning to play but have used their platforms to support the Black Lives Matter movement.
Read more on Moore, Montgomery, and Cloud's decisions ahead.
These Teen Horror Movies on Netflix Will Chill You to Your Core
Don't ask us why, but there's something about teen scream movies that makes them totally irresistible. Whether the flick revolves around high-schoolers pursued by a masked villain through the woods or picked off one by one by a mysterious menace, teen horror movies are oftentimes predicable, but somehow totally absorbing. From The Craft to I Know What You Did Last Summer to Scream, the '90s may have been the peak of freaky teen movies, but plenty of other great movies have followed in their footsteps. If you're in the mood for a good scare, we've rounded up the best teen slashers, psychological thrillers, and supernatural horror movies available to stream on Netflix.
These Teen Horror Movies on Netflix Will Chill You to Your Core
Don't ask us why, but there's something about teen scream movies that makes them totally irresistible. Whether the flick revolves around high-schoolers pursued by a masked villain through the woods or picked off one by one by a mysterious menace, teen horror movies are oftentimes predicable, but somehow totally absorbing. From The Craft to I Know What You Did Last Summer to Scream, the '90s may have been the peak of freaky teen movies, but plenty of other great movies have followed in their footsteps. If you're in the mood for a good scare, we've rounded up the best teen slashers, psychological thrillers, and supernatural horror movies available to stream on Netflix.
50 Ways to Feel Better About Yourself When You've Lost Your Self-Confidence
When you're feeling low on self-confidence, turn things around with a few tips and tricks for thinking about things differently. While there's no magic formula for instantly having a change of heart, there are small ways to feel better about yourself that you can try day by day to see if it helps. Feeling down can be triggered by seemingly insignificant moments or monumental issues that feel impossible to fix, but no matter what has you doubting your self worth, try some of these suggestions to make a little progress today.
- Additional reporting by Sarah Lipoff
50 Ways to Feel Better About Yourself When You've Lost Your Self-Confidence
When you're feeling low on self-confidence, turn things around with a few tips and tricks for thinking about things differently. While there's no magic formula for instantly having a change of heart, there are small ways to feel better about yourself that you can try day by day to see if it helps. Feeling down can be triggered by seemingly insignificant moments or monumental issues that feel impossible to fix, but no matter what has you doubting your self worth, try some of these suggestions to make a little progress today.
- Additional reporting by Sarah Lipoff
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