There are approximately 1.8 billion people who menstruate around the world. That means that on any given day, millions of people are on their periods — and not only is that a lot of blood, it’s also a lot of information about our bodies that ends up getting thrown away. Until now. In January, the
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I won’t pretend to have influenced Greta Gerwig. If Greta Gerwig is aware of my existence, it’s likely because I’ve written about her record-breaking blockbuster Barbie, or about the Hollywood ecosystem that made Barbie such an outlier. I never expected us to have the same penchants for clothing as we do cinema. And yet it’s
True confession: my sleep schedule is shit. There’s nothing I value more than a good night’s rest, but over the last couple of years, it’s been hard to make quality sleep a reality. I started using an Oura Ring to track my sleep, stopped using my phone before bed, and even attempted morning and late-afternoon
Kate Middleton was photographed out for the first time since the Palace announced she had planned abdominal surgery in January. Kate was seen wearing sunglasses in the car with her mother, Carole Middleton, this morning. Her hair was styled down while her mom was driving her near Windsor Castle. BACKGRID Kate’s sighting comes after her
As fashion month comes to a close, it’s out with the old styles and in with the new fashion trends for fall. I took careful notes on what you can expect for major fall 2024 bag trends, and I’m sharing them all here. With regard to accessories, it was a fun season of showings. At
As a self-proclaimed workout-class connoisseur, I’ve tried my fair share of fitness studios. But Solidcore remains at the top of my list and continues to gain popularity on social media for its killer benefits, small class sizes, and high energy. That said, boutique fitness classes can get costly — so you may be wondering where
It didn’t take long for the world to get a glimpse of Mabel’s style for the fourth season of Only Murders in the Building. Paparazzi photographed Selena Gomez, who stars as the character, on the show’s Los Angeles set. She wore a tan blazer and pleated miniskirt with a black top, dark sheer tights, and
As the pioneer of luxury aesthetic dentistry, it makes sense that Dr. Michael Apa, DDS, is always looking toward the future. Known for his custom veneers made of ceramics that closely mimic real teeth, Dr. Apa has become something of a veneer whisperer. His services are highly sought after, with celebrities often flitting in and
Style Points is a weekly column about how fashion intersects with the wider world. When she was young and impressionable, Iris Apfel received a backhanded compliment that would change her life. She was told by a department store owner that, well, she wasn’t pretty. But the woman quickly softened the blow. “You have something better.
Walk into any group fitness class, and odds are you’ll see at least a few people wearing the Fitness Uniform (TM): plain black leggings and a longline sports bra. It’s a classic for a reason — dark colors don’t show sweat, and everyone looks good in black — but it can be a bit boring.
NFL star Jason Kelce is famous for his position as the Philadelphia Eagles’ center and also for being one of the two Kelce brothers in the league. Travis Kelce, with whom Jason hosts podcast New Heights, plays for the Kansas City Chiefs. Their parents, Ed and Donna, are always flying back-and-forth to catch their boys’
Once upon a TikTok, “the soft life” became a thing. It began with Nigerian influencers like Sisi Yemmie sharing their tips on self-care and nourishment, then blew up to include shopping guides for face oils, think pieces for Black female liberation, and, of course, dating advice. The gist of the #softlife is simple: Reframe the
In case you missed it, there’s a crisp hint of spring in the air, and ski trip Instagram posts are starting to dwindle. That can only mean one thing: Swim season is nigh. Whether or not you’ve already booked that first summer vacation, the least you can do is start planning your outfits for said
Those of us who are familiar with Peloton UK know instructor Susie Chan as a runner — a serious runner, perhaps one of the most recognizable faces within the British running community. She’s run the Marathon des Sables (a six-day ultramarathon that covers about the distance of six marathons) more than any other woman athlete
On Saturday, Ariana Grande debuted her new bangs in her Instagram Stories as she promotes the upcoming release of her album Eternal Sunshine. In the video, she models the cut and her long honey blonde hair, standing against a blank wall. It’s half up and half down, held back by a black ribbon. She was
Last fall, Singapore’s National University Health System launched the world’s first public longevity clinic at the nation’s Alexandra Hospital. The initiative, open to patients from 35 to 75 years old, is part of the Asian nation’s efforts to focus on preventive care as its population rapidly ages. According to the World Health Organization, the world’s
Spoilers below. Of all the things world leaders have to worry about, The Regime’s Chancellor Elena Vernham (Kate Winslet) is most concerned with mold. She fears the fungus in the palace walls is killing her, so much so that her residence is either being renovated or covered in plastic. When a disgraced soldier joins her
On Sunday, BLACKPINK’s Lisa attended Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concert in Singapore, joining the illustrious ranks of celebrities that have been appearing at the show as it has toured across the U.S. and now abroad. In a number of photos and videos shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, Lisa can be seen walking through
When it comes to lower-body workouts, deadlifts get a lot of attention. But they have a lesser-known cousin that delivers many of the same benefits, with the added advantage of needing less weight to effectively strengthen your muscles: the good-morning exercise. The good morning is a lower-body hip-hinge exercise that primarily strengthens your posterior chain,
Billie Eilish has not been very public with her romantic relationships, but she did have a very visible boyfriend last year, The Neighbourhood frontman Jesse Rutherford. She also publicly dated actor Matthew Tyler Vorce, breaking it off in 2022. Fans have wondered what happened in those relationships, and she may have possibly just offered some
Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in June 2022, reproductive rights have continuously been under attack. Just two weeks ago, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos created through in vitro fertilization are considered children, shutting down IVF clinics across the state. In March and April, the US Supreme Court will hear two
On Wednesday, February 14, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex spent Valentine’s Day together and with friends after visiting the First Nations of western Canada. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were invited to tour the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre with Youth Ambassadors, Chief Nelson and Wilson Williams. It was a busy day, and part of
“‘Fill your mind with courage and your heart with faith. Everything is going to work out even better than you had hoped!’ I use this quote when there’s any fear involved with a risk I’m about to take or a hard task I’m about to attempt. It allows me to continue to put myself out
On Friday, Kylie Jenner walked through he streets of Los Angeles in a black jacket minidress with long sleeves and a collar. The short skirt showed off her toned legs, which she further high-lighted with a pair of black knee-high boots. The boots had toes that opened into a thong sandal, displaying a perfect red