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Myths About Spiders That Have Already Been Busted Sergey Nemirovsky/Shutterstock By Lindsay Ray/Oct. 29, 2022 6:50 am EST Sadly, most creepy-crawlies will be met with the bottom of a shoe once they enter someone’s home, spiders definitely included. Those eight-legged arachnids are at the very top of the phobia list for many people. In fact, a study shared by Science Direct found that spiders rank number one on the list of childhood fears, even placed above the fear of being kidnapped....

Nafessa Williams’ Thoughts On Playing Whitney Houston’s Best Friend - Exclusive Interview Jamie Mccarthy/Getty Images By Cynthia Vinney/Dec. 20, 2022 8:07 am EST When we think of Whitney Houston, we often conjure memories of the superstar singer with the powerhouse voice performing on stage, acting in movies like “The Bodyguard,” and releasing hit song after unforgettable hit song. Yet despite her overwhelming fame, there was plenty about Houston’s life that many fans may not know about....

The Heartbreaking Death Of The Crown’s Stephen Greif Cambridge Jones/Getty Images By Lora Michelle/Dec. 27, 2022 11:38 am EST Esteemed British actor Stephen Greif passed away earlier this week at the age of 78, it was confirmed by his team. “With great sadness, we announce the death of our wonderful client Stephen Greif,” they wrote on Twitter. Although he enjoyed a lengthy career in the public eye, most recently, Greif was known for playing Sir Bernard Weatherill, Speaker of the House of Commons, in the hit Netflix series “The Crown....

What To Do When Your Partner Wants A Pet And You Don’t Gladskikh Tatiana/Shutterstock By Jennifer Anandanayagam/Nov. 14, 2022 9:44 am EST There comes a stage in most relationships when you feel like you want to take your union to the next level. For some, this might mean tying the knot or traveling the world together. For others, it might mean opening your home to a new furry friend. Bringing home a pet is a big responsibility and is often jokingly considered a precursor to having children, per Brides....

Why Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Didn’t Think She’d Live Past 2019 James Andrews1/Shutterstock By Sophie McEvoy/Nov. 12, 2022 9:58 am EST There aren’t many stand-out figures in the Democratic Party, but there are certainly those who have become the subject of hate and death threats. One of them is congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who in 2018 became the youngest woman to join Congress at 29 (via CNBC). Since then, she’s become somewhat of a political celebrity due to her presence on social media, in addition to her appearances at events like the 2021 Met Gala, where she wore a white dress emblazoned with the words “Tax The Rich” in red (via Vogue)....

Why You Should Think Twice Before Throwing Away Wine Corks taniascamera/Shutterstock By Lindsay Ray/Oct. 20, 2022 6:16 am EST Did you know it takes about 40 years to make a wine cork? No, really — corks are harvested from cork oak trees, which must grow for 25 years before virgin cork can even be removed from its saplings (via Cork Quality Council). What’s more, cork suitable for wine stoppers isn’t typically harvested for about 20 more years after that....

’80s Fashion Trends That Are Making A Big Comeback In 2023 Edward Berthelot/Getty Images By Hannah LaFond/Dec. 21, 2022 3:15 pm EST It’s no secret that fashion trends are cyclical, and what once was considered tacky or outdated can become the latest trend. In recent years we’ve seen this with the return of ’90s and early aughts styles. With low-rise jeans, chunky heels, and velour tracksuits coming back in style, it’s more apparent than ever that fashion is constantly recycling and reimagining old trends....

5 Ways To Spice Up Your Holiday Pumpkin Pie pilipphoto/Shutterstock By Lindsay Ray/Oct. 16, 2022 9:49 pm EST Whether carved, decorated, or cooked, pumpkins are a popular staple used during the four calendar months ending in “ber.” From the pumpkin patches in all 50 states to decorated holiday porches, we as a whole have incorporated pumpkin into so many fall activities. Perhaps a yummier use of pumpkin involves baking it into a pie and topping it with copious amounts of whipped cream....

This historic dress is still talked about today YouTube According to The List’s survey, 77% of voters think that Princess Diana’s black revenge dress is her most noteworthy look. The story of Princess Diana’s iconic revenge dress is sad yet empowering. In 1994, King Charles III revealed in an interview that he was cheating on Diana. According to Cosmopolitan, Diana attended a fundraising event the same night that the interview aired on TV, strutting her newly found confidence in a gorgeous little black dress that hugged in all the right places....

All American: Homecoming Star Netta Walker’s Advice She Got From The Original Series’ Cast - Exclusive Gracie Meier By Kelsie Calderon/Nov. 7, 2022 1:30 pm EST Although “All American” and “All American: Homecoming” each have their own storylines, their worlds have merged multiple times in crossover episodes. However, the cast of both series get to see each other a lot more often than that — because they film next door to one another....

Best Non-Fiction Books For Holiday Gifts Paul Bradbury/Getty Images By Callie McGuire/Dec. 4, 2022 6:06 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It’s time to start thinking about what holiday gifts to give your loved ones. If you always wait until the last minute and end up scrambling to find the perfect gift, we’re here to help! We’re ahead of the game this holiday season and have a great list of books that would make perfect gifts for anyone on your list....

Get The Look On A Budget: Hailey Bieber’s Bold Puffer Jacket Taylor Hill/Getty Images By Tessa Somberg/Nov. 27, 2022 5:00 pm EST Puffer jackets are a seasonal favorite. Anybody who has ever put one on knows that wearing a puffer jacket is like wearing a marshmallow. They just make you happy! The best strike a balance between comfort and cute, and Hailey Bieber has the formula down. Aside from her relationship with pop star Justin Bieber, the model is known for her massive campaigns with fashion brands such as Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren....

How Hailey Bieber’s Style Changed When She Started Dating Justin Bieber Tinseltown /Shutterstock By Kylie McCreary/Dec. 20, 2022 3:32 pm EST There’s pretty much a general consensus that Hailey Bieber is the street style queen. Whether she’s strutting her stuff in bold gold hoops and her signature oversized blazer or heading to pilates in effortlessly put-together athleisure, the girl knows how to dress. During a 2022 appearance on the “Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,” Hailey shared that she’s had an interest in fashion ever since she was little....

How to wash lingerie properly mariakray/Shutterstock To wash lingerie, Deluxe Maid recommends separating the pieces by material and color. Like colors should be washed together and cotton and non-wire pieces can be placed in the washing machine. Before washing the lingerie, spot-treating stains will help prevent them from settling in. Using a gentle detergent or a stain bar, cool water, and a soft-bristle brush on the stain fifteen minutes before washing will help get out blood, lotion, or self-tanner stains (via The Spruce....

How To Recreate Miley Cyrus’ Midnight Sky Smoky Eye YouTube By Lindsay Ray/Oct. 28, 2022 10:56 am EST Celebrities are often looked to for makeup inspiration, and Grammy-nominated megastar Miley Cyrus is no exception. Known for her bold and fearless fashion statements on and off the red carpet (did somebody say mullet?), Cyrus definitely has done a complete 180 since her “Hannah Montana” days. This is especially true when it comes to the eye-catching makeup look she serves in the music video for her boss girl anthem “Midnight Sky....

If You Get Acne On Your Legs, This Could Be Why PeopleImages.com - Yuri A/Shutterstock By Sara Caskey/Dec. 11, 2022 8:15 pm EST Hormonal, cystic, or just plain random, acne comes in many forms. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, a staggering “85% of people between the ages of 12 and 24” experience the skin condition in some form, making pimples not only common, but expected. In fact, acne is the eighth most common disease in the world, per PubMed....

Martha Stewart’s Best Tips And Tricks To Remove Tarnish From Your Flatware Bruce Glikas/Getty Images By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan/Oct. 16, 2022 1:30 pm EST If your set of kitchen knives, spoons, and forks are starting to look discolored or perhaps even blackened, you may think you’re doing something wrong. You might also think the set you purchased or was gifted to you might not be up to par. However, don’t jump to any conclusions just yet....

Royal Family Feuds That Will Make You Forget About Princes William And Harry Justin Setterfield/Getty Images By Louisa Marshall/Nov. 14, 2022 8:16 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Long ago were the days of unity between Prince William and Prince Harry, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Sussex, respectively, as their relationship went from chummy to chilly in what seemed like a matter of days....

There’s something inspiring about seeing a woman trusting her gut on screen Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images There is no denying that romantic comedies in the early 2000s left a bad taste in the mouths of feminists. The storylines were soaked in misogyny and had feminists, like myself, concerned about giving them time and money. Sure, “Ticket to Paradise” has a storyline where Lily (Kaitlyn Dever) chooses to step away from her life in the United States, where she has a comfortable legal job awaiting her, for a man she meets on vacation in Bali....

Y2K Movies To Inspire Your Next Look Carlo Allegri/Getty Images By Jessie Lamb/Nov. 27, 2022 5:15 am EST Love them or hate them, the fashions of the late ’90s and early aughts have returned in a colorful, bedazzled flurry. It seems like only yesterday that we said goodbye to the decade that brought us velour tracksuits, lowrise jeans, and butterfly clips. But thanks to Gen Z, Y2K fashion is back on top....