• Shuttered Mall Department Stores May Have A Surprising New Use

    They were once iconic parts of our retail landscapes. And after the pandemic switched into high gear, we thought our malls would start to close. But now it seems mall owners have realized that the huge spaces department stores have left behind could be turned into something else.

    By Hope Ngo August 10th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Difference Between Sun Poisoning And Sunburn

    After a particularly blazing hot morning at the beach, your skin is red, blistering, and swelling, and on top of that you have a headache, fever, nausea, and dizziness — it is definitely time to get in the shade. There is really no such thing as a good sunburn; there are particularly bad ones.

    By Hope Ngo August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • Here's How To Overcome Texting Anxiety

    If you tense up whenever your friend takes too long to respond, or if you find it hard to focus on anything you're doing after your crush one-word-replies you, you may be suffering from "texting anxiety." Here are some ways to help ease those anxious feelings.

    By Clara Olshansky August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • When You Eat Quinoa Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Body

    According to Harvard Public School of Health (via The Telegraph), eating a daily bowl of quinoa, which also has more nutrients than your average grain, could help you live longer by cutting the risk of developing cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory disease by as much as 17 percent.

    By Hope Ngo August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • Make Cystic Acne Disappear With These Makeup Hacks

    Painful and often difficult to disguise, cystic acne can put a huge damper on your mood and your look. Even with loads of makeup and a big pep talk, going out with large red marks can be tough for the most confident among us. But, following a few simple tips can help cover any signs of blemishes.

    By Paige McBride August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • What His Texting Habits Reveal About His Feelings For You

    If you're really into the guy, you're likely spending way too much time trying to interpret inflection, context, and even what each emoji and punctuation mark might mean. There's that constant nagging question in the back of your mind: "Is he crushing back or just being polite?" Here's how to know.

    By Nicole Width August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • Rihanna's New Skincare Line Is A Game Changer. Here's Why

    First she shook up the beauty industry with 40 shades of foundation. Next came 50 shades of concealer (via Elle). Now singer, songwriter, and bonafide beauty magnate Rihanna proves she's on the cutting edge of inclusion once again with the launch of Fenty Skin, her new gender neutral skincare line.

    By Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • Here's How You've Been Making Egg Salad Wrong

    If you grew up eating egg salad sandwiches, you may believe that chunky boiled eggs, crunchy add-ins like pickles, celery, and onion, and lots of mayo to bind it all together are what egg salad needs in order to be satisfying. Well, you're wrong.

    By Megan Scott August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • Ponytail Styles That Are All The Rage In 2020

    Thanks to social distancing, we're all sporting longer hair that rarely comes out of a messy bun unless it's for a midweek wash. The occasional trip to the grocery store means an upgrade to the usual ponytail, and this look is having a well-deserved moment as a trending style in 2020.

    By Nicole Width August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • The Truth About Walmart's New Drive-In Movies

    Walmart announced they'd be teaming up with Tribeca Enterprises this August to transform select Walmart parking lots into a drive-in movie experience for communities around the country. Walmart's Chief Customer Officer, Janey Whiteside said, "Summer hasn't really felt like summer yet."

    By Megan Scott August 9th, 2020 Read More
  • What The Dance Moms Cameras Didn't Show You

    If you're a fan of Dance Moms, you might be surprised to learn that some of Dance Moms' best bloopers and most controversial moments from the Abby Lee Dance Company were never actually shown on the screen. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at everything the cameras didn't show you on Dance Moms.

    By Meg Walters August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • The Surprising Mood Disorder Botox Might Help Treat

    Depending on how it enters your body, it could either make you feel horrifically ill or take years off your face. And now scientists appear to have discovered yet another use for botulinium toxin or Botox -- as a treatment for depression.

    By Hope Ngo August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • The Sad Truth About Working From Home Has Been Confirmed

    If you're lucky enough to work from home during the pandemic, turns out there's a tradeoff for not having to commute to the office every day. New research from the National Bureau of Economic Research confirms what may be painfully obvious by this point: Working from home can mean longer workdays.

    By Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • Why You Want To Add Olive Oil To Your Skincare Routine

    Tired of breaking the bank on overpriced skincare products full of potentially toxic ingredients with unpronounceable names? Good news: Your new favorite product doesn't require you to become an amateur chemist or involve a $300 trip to Sephora. It's something you already have in your pantry.

    By Clara Olshansky August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • Why Zoe Saldana Regrets Playing Nina Simone

    Zoe Saldana's portrayal of civil rights activist and jazz musician Nina Simone in the biopic Nina stirred up controversy. Critics yelled whitewashing. Saldana's casting seemed to be a symbol of a Hollywood where "dark-skinned black women are not even deemed good enough to play themselves on screen."

    By Hanna Claeson August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • What Luke Bryan's One Margarita Is Really About

    If you caught Luke Bryan's performance of his number-one hit "One Margarita" on Today this morning, consider yourself reminded: Summer is not over yet! Despite the notable contrast with the official video, shot during pre-lockdown times, Bryan and his band performed the song to a virtual crowd.

    By Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • Dance Moms: The Show's Funniest Moments And Bloopers

    Dance Moms, a super addictive and often hilarious Lifetime show, first appeared on our screens in 2011. Since then, we've been totally obsessed with the seemingly endless drama at the Abby Lee Dance Company (ALDC). Here are all of the funniest scenes and bloopers from Dance Moms!

    By Meg Walters August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • What Luke Bryan's Build Me A Daddy Is Really About

    Luke Bryan's latest album, Born Here, Live Here, Die Here, is already taking fans by storm. Over the course of 10 tracks, the country superstar and American Idol judge takes listeners on a journey of love, loss, and eventual hope for the future. The record remains true to Bryan's roots.

    By Joey Keogh August 7th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason Blockbuster Disappeared

    Blockbuster was the old-school version of Netflix before the streaming service became a 21st century symbol of home entertainment. At its peak, the movie rental chain had more than 9,000 stores around the world, 84,000 employees, 65 million members, and was worth $3 billion dollars.

    By Hope Ngo August 7th, 2020 Read More