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The Grimaldis have been Monaco’s royal family since the 15th century Express/Getty Images Although they may be more colloquially recognized as the royal family of Monaco, members of the royal family have the surname Grimaldi. The Grimaldi family has been Monaco’s royal family since 1419 when, after hundreds of years of fighting between prominent Italian families, they took control of the state, Encyclopedia Britannica explains. Unlike their British counterparts, the royal family of Monaco isn’t simply a symbolic position....

This Is The Most Common Allergy Found In Cats Boyloso/Shutterstock By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/Nov. 10, 2022 9:18 am EST Our furry friends are bonafide members of the family as far as many of us are concerned, so we are often immediately aware when something seems off with their behavior or habits. Sometimes they just ate something they shouldn’t or are simply having a weird day, but when you notice your cat seems uncomfortable or seems not to feel well, you’re likely to become concerned....

Get The Look On A Budget: Blake Lively’s Shimmery Pregnancy Announcement Red Carpet Look Taylor Hill/Getty Images By Sara Caskey/Nov. 20, 2022 6:57 pm EST From 2007 to 2012, Blake Lively starred as rich Upper East sider Serena van der Woodsen on the CW’s “Gossip Girl,” introducing us to a range of Pinterest-worthy fashion inspiration along the way. Of course, “Gossip Girl” had its fair share of questionable style moments too — we’re looking at you, Waldorf Designs....

Get The Look On A Budget: Rihanna’s Over-The-Knee Boots Kevin Mazur/Getty Images By Tessa Somberg/Nov. 28, 2022 2:38 pm EST What is the best way to tell if a trend is in style? If Rihanna is wearing it, obviously. Known for her looks, which are always on trend and excruciatingly cool, The CFDA Fashion Icon Award winner and Fenty Beauty founder turned heads when she took to the streets of New York wearing over-the-knee boots....

Meghan Markle Gets Candid About Her Future Aspirations For Daughter Lilibet Chris Jackson/Getty Images By Haley Van Horn/Oct. 18, 2022 2:34 pm EST Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, launched a new podcast after signing a massive deal with Spotify last year. It was clear from the start that she wanted to use her platform to help cover topics that are important to her (per People). “This is ‘Archetypes’ — the podcast where we dissect, explore, and subvert the labels that try to hold women back,” she says in her intro....

The Sweet And Simple Way Soap Vet Tyler Christopher Spent His 50th Birthday Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Roger Froilan/Nov. 15, 2022 4:03 pm EST Actor Tyler Christopher has been beloved by his fans for years, but many of those years were difficult. He got his start in the soap world playing Nikolas Cassadine on “General Hospital,” eventually moving on to “Days of Our Lives” where he played Stefan DiMera (via Soap Central)....

TikTok’s Latest Beauty Trend May Actually Save You Money diy13/Shutterstock By Noha Abuhadra/Oct. 31, 2022 12:51 pm EST TikTok can feel like a blessing and a curse. Sure, it’s a place where you can kill endless hours scrolling through content catered perfectly to your interest … but it’s also a place where you can lose countless hours and end up down multiple rabbit holes. Yes, it’s given us the gift of so many time-saving and life-changing life hacks…but it also shows us a seemingly endless series of products to add to our carts....

Why New Abortion Bans Are Keeping Some People From Getting Essential Medication Bob Korn/Shutterstock By Nicole Tommasulo/Oct. 15, 2022 1:28 pm EST As abortion bans continue to go into effect, women, girls, and people capable of pregnancy continue to lose access to life-saving medications that have nothing to do with ending pregnancies. Patients with Crohn’s, colitis, lupus, and many forms of arthritis — including the incredibly debilitating rheumatoid — are being denied medications that help with daily living because, in this new post-Roe era, there’s no clear understanding of what is legal for who (via Healthline)....

Why You Should Think Twice Before Throwing Away Old Paint Cans Kobeza/Shutterstock By Jennifer Anandanayagam/Oct. 22, 2022 1:55 pm EST When you’re caught up in the excitement of painting your new home in your favorite colors, the last thing you’re probably thinking about is the empty paint cans left behind after the process is completed. Made either from High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) or tin-plated steel, paint cans are manufactured to be sturdy and durable (via Air Sea Containers)....

This season will see the return of familiar faces FashionStock.com/Shutterstock One judge teased some of the changes afoot for Season 20 of “Project Runway,” per People. “Right here, right now, you’re going to be the first to know that this is an all-star season,” Elaine Welteroth told the audience at the BravoCon panel. “This is an ALL-STARS SEASON … And it’s so good,” she added, according to a reporter for The List....

Donald Trump’s Reaction To The Tax Fraud Verdict Is Exactly What You’d Expect Evan El-Amin/Shutterstock By Gretchen Sterba/Dec. 7, 2022 11:58 am EST Former President Donald Trump has made a lot of headlines this year, one of which was his announcement that he would be running for president in the 2024 presidential, vying for his second chance as Commander-in-Chief. And just because Trump has been out of office since Joe Biden became president, doesn’t mean that we’ve seen and heard less about him....

Michelle Obama weighs-in on midterm election results, urging those to find empathy again CBS/YouTube Michelle Obama’s book, “The Light We Carry,” is coming out right in the wake of midterm election results. As reported by AP News, as of now, Democrats have gained a seat in the Senate, while Republicans have lost one. And Obama, who is keen on what goes on during multiple elections, had some thoughts to voice while appearing on “The Late Night with Stephen Colbert” about the polarizing views that Americans have been dealing with for years....

Princess Anne’s Daughter Makes It Clear Which Royal Is Her Role Model Wpa Pool/Getty Images By Linda DiProperzio/Oct. 18, 2022 3:05 pm EST While King Charles III and his heir, Prince William, Prince of Wales, get most of the attention in the British royal family, there are several senior members that take on important duties throughout the year. In fact, a report in the Daily Mail showed that the hardest-working member of the royal family last year was none other than Princess Anne, Queen Elizabeth II’s only daughter....

The Best Ways To Style That Perfect Pair Of Booties Viktoria Minkova/Shutterstock By Maria Kieval/Oct. 11, 2022 9:50 pm EST When booties hit the fashion scene about a decade ago, no one really knew how to style them. Even so, you knew you had to have them. They felt downright modern and practical because you could wear them with any type of pants, dresses, or skirts. The average 2010 girl could be seen wearing ankle-grazing booties with skin-tight skinny jeans and a flowy top or with the of-the-moment body-con mini skirts and dresses....

The Meaning Behind The January Garnet Birthstone Zelfit/Getty Images By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/Dec. 12, 2022 9:38 am EST If you were born in the month of January, then your birthstone is the garnet. And while you might see plenty of advertisements for birthstone jewelry or birthstone gifts, where does the concept of a birthstone come from, and what is the specific meaning and history of the deep red stone we call garnet?...

Why A Dating Expert Claims MCE - ‘Main Character Energy’ - Is The New BDE Andrii Yalanskyi/Shutterstock By Jennifer Anandanayagam/Nov. 20, 2022 3:32 pm EST You probably remember the iconic moment from the 2006 Nancy Meyers movie “The Holiday” when Kate Winslet’s character, Iris, who’s hopelessly in love with a man who clearly isn’t good for her, sits down to have dinner with the famous and retired screenwriter Arthur (Eli Wallach)....

5 Healthy Ways To Combat Seasonal Depression Pheelings media/Shutterstock By Anjana Rajbhandary/Oct. 15, 2022 11:43 am EST Fall brings upon us a welcomed change from sweltering heat to sweater weather and pumpkin-spiced everything. As much as we love the holiday season, fall also marks the beginning of shorter days — less sunshine and longer nights can make some people feel more down than in the sunnier days, a phenomenon known as seasonal depression...

Can Moon Phases Affect Menstrual Cycles? FotoDuets/Shutterstock By Row Light/Dec. 23, 2022 7:31 am EST Drawing the conclusion that our menstrual cycles are linked to the phases of the moon makes sense, especially given the average 29-day menstrual cycle and the 29.5-day turnaround for the moon, per Science Direct. A study conducted back in 1986 found that nearly 30% of menstruating individuals surveyed began their cycle close to the new moon, but today, there is still no definite link between menstruation and lunar cycles....

How Apple Cider Vinegar Can Be Harmful To Your Health jayk67/Shutterstock By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan/Dec. 27, 2022 12:02 pm EST We’ve all heard about the wonders of apple cider vinegar, and it’s with good merit. Apple cider vinegar is believed to contribute to several health benefits, and the pantry staple has even been thought to aid in managing diseases. According to one study, apple cider vinegar may help improve diabetes by lowering blood sugar after meals....

How Elizabeth Debicki Channeled Princess Diana At The Crown Premiere Jeff Spicer/Getty Images By Sophie McEvoy/Nov. 12, 2022 6:29 am EST On November 8, 2022, the cast of “The Crown” walked the red carpet in London for the premiere of its fifth season (via Town & Country). While the excitement was palpable to see the new ensemble, including Imelda Staunton, Dominic West, Olivia Williams, and Lesley Manville, all eyes were on Australian actress Elizabeth Debicki who portrayed Princess Diana....