Why This People Magazine Reporter Finally Snapped
After 14 years, nine countries, and well over a thousand bylines, I decided it was time to quit my reporting gig at People magazine. With some sadness but no doubts, I fired off an open letter of...
View Article6 Snacks In A Jar That Will Become Your New Obsession
Every day at around 3 p.m., we need a snack. And given that we're always trying to save money on lunch, breakfast, and well, just about everything else in our lives, we recently came to the...
View ArticleThe History Of The Vibrator — In Song
After briefing us on the mythical, mystical clitoris, performance artist Dorian Electra has returned for yet another important (and catchy) musical history lesson. In the video above, Electra takes us...
View Article10 Easy Steps To Summer-Ready Feet
From cracked heels to flip-flop-induced injuries, summer is an absolute minefield for the feet. Make sure your toenails are in tip-top condition and your paws are pavement-proof with our 10-step,...
View ArticleThe A Word Is A Dramedy About Autism You Should Definitely Watch
It's difficult to imagine anything more frightening than an outcome over which we have no control or ability to correct. That is one thing (among many) that makes the rise in autism diagnoses across...
View ArticleThe Internet Is Split Over Victoria Beckham Kissing Her Daughter
Victoria Beckham's daughter, Harper Seven, turned 5 years old on July 10. Beckham shared a picture on Instagram of her giving Harper a birthday kiss on the lips.It's a sweet moment that she captioned,...
View ArticleThis Is Why You Should Never Buy Jean Cutoffs
This post was originally published on June 10, 2015.Before we continue — there is absolutely nothing wrong with buying a pair of cutoffs. It’s just that making your own is so ridiculously easy. This...
View ArticleThe Best Abs Exercises You're Not Doing
Illustrated by Paola Delucca.When people think “abs” they usually think of endless crunches or sit-ups, but it’s really way more complicated than that.What they really should be thinking about are...
View ArticleHow To Make Campari & Grapefruit Soda
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View Article14 Emotional Photos Follow One Woman's Journey Through Heroin Addiction
Photo: Courtesy of Sara Naomi Lewkowicz.This article was originally published on January 11, 2016.Addiction is big — both in the sense that heroin addiction kills thousands of people in the U.S. every...
View ArticleThis Woman Is Going To Be The U.K.'s Next Prime Minister
Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images.Update: Theresa May officially just became the second female prime minister in the history of the United Kingdom.May had an audience with Queen Elizabeth II, during...
View ArticleReese Witherspoon Celebrates 15 Years Since Legally Blonde
Bend — and snap! It's hard to believe, but it's been 15 years since Legally Blonde came into our lives. And we aren't the only ones celebrating Elle Woods today. Reese Witherspoon shared a nostalgic...
View ArticleIs This High-Tech Patch The Future Of Skin Care?
Photographed by Lauren Perlstein. You might already have a designer bracelet that tracks steps per day, or a gemstone ring that sends text-message alerts, or a sleek watch that tracks REM sleep. But if...
View ArticleBeyoncé & Rihanna Explain What Gets You Killed As A Black American
It's been a volatile month in America. Innocent lives have been lost, and all seems bleak. You know that, I know that, and celebrities know that. So, with the help of Mic, 25 celebrities — including...
View ArticleWhat We Really Should Be Talking About When It Comes To Police In America
Photo: WOLFRAM KASTL/AFP/Getty Images.Update: Watch the full discussion below. Thanks to everyone who joined us in person and online.This story was originally published on July 13, 2016.Over the past...
View ArticleHere's Further Proof Of The Juicy Couture Tracksuit's Big Redux
Whether you've been holding out for this day or if you've simply kept a velour set in the back of your closet for nostalgia's sake, get ready for sartorial vindication. In honor of the Juicy Couture...
View ArticleDid Julie Klausner Just Call Gwyneth Paltrow a Backstabber?
Comedian Julie Klausner is best known for her role as Julie Kessler on the Hulu series Difficult People, whose favorite pastime is insulting celebrities. Though, it seems like Klausner enjoys...
View ArticlePokémon Go Just Set An Insane National Record
First, Pokémon Go toppled Twitter. Now, the addictive Pokémon-catching app has overtaken Candy Crush to become the biggest mobile game in U.S. history, according to data from SurveyMonkey.With almost...
View ArticleJohn Oliver Invents His Own New Beauty Trend
Step aside, Kardashians — there's a new trendsetter in the beauty world...and his name is John Oliver. Unlikely? Very. Are we into it? Hell, yeah.On a Last Week Tonight segment this past Sunday, Oliver...
View ArticleHere's The 411 On Where To Get Freebies On National Ice Cream Day
The entire month of July is dedicated to ice cream. And if that wasn't enough, there's also a specific day within the month dubbed National Ice Cream Day. Talk about some serious dessert recognition....
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