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This Is Why You Should Always Have Rubbing Alcohol In Your Home Shutterstock By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/July 23, 2021 10:46 am EST Chances are that when you were growing up, your parents had a bottle of rubbing alcohol somewhere in the cabinets or bathroom that they broke out for first aid purposes, and you undoubtedly pass the bottles at your local pharmacy while on the hunt for other things. But did you know that rubbing alcohol is incredibly versatile and can be used for a whole host of household and emergency situations beyond simply sanitizing that scraped knee?...

Twitter Erupts Over This New York Times Headline About Joe Biden lev radin/Shutterstock By Shana Aborn/Sept. 6, 2021 9:30 am EST Being the President of the United States isn’t a job for the thin-skinned. Every commander-in-chief from George Washington onward has come under fire at some point for his political policies, personal actions, or accidental slip-ups — and in this social media age, those criticisms are spread far and wide within minutes....

She was a “traumatized child” Getty Images Ruth Bowen, Franklin’s booking agent, detailed the singer’s early life in the biography Respect: The Life of Aretha Franklin. “She was a traumatized child — that’s who she was,” said Bowen. As her biography explains, Franklin’s biological mother took her youngest son, Vaughn, and left her husband and her four other children behind. Although Franklin and her siblings would visit with their mother on a somewhat regular basis, custody was awarded to Franklin’s father — which was highly unusual being as this was the 1940s — because he had the means to care for the children....

Who Are Gregg Leakes’ Children? Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Brianna Thomas/Aug. 30, 2021 1:28 pm EST Gregg Leakes has been in the public eye for years, as the husband of NeNe Leakes of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” In June 2018, he was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer, which was treated by surgery. As TV Overmind reported, he decided not to move forward with chemotherapy, yet still went into remission....

Alexa Chung’s Brunette Look That Fans Envy Sam Aronov/Shutterstock By Sam Cohen/Oct. 9, 2021 10:13 am EST Whenever we see Alexa Chung, we have to remind ourselves that even though she looks great with bangs, the hairstyle doesn’t work well for everyone. (Although, it is possible to get the best bangs for your face shape, so maybe we’ll continue to debate the chic look.) In addition to inspiring envy with her signature fringe, Chung’s overall fashion sense is a constant source of desire....

Are Witchcraft And Wicca The Same Thing? Shutterstock By Raegan Davies/Aug. 11, 2021 3:26 pm EST We are in the season of the witch. It seems that no matter where you look, the practices of paganism are on the rise. Sephora sold crystal kits, influencer witches post recipes for simmer pots and love potions, and TikTok tarot card readers tell you that good news is coming your way with seemingly every swipe on the “for you” page....

Clothing Sizes In The UK Vs. US: How To Find Your Size Roman Samborskyi/Shutterstock By Preston Smith/Sept. 9, 2021 12:34 pm EST Let’s face it, buying clothes is hard. It doesn’t seem like it would be, but a bevy of factors make it a complicated process. Nevertheless, it’s a fun one if you don’t stress yourself out too much. You can create your own lane with your fashion, and you can choose whether or not you stick to what’s on trend this year....

Does Conditioner Worsen Dandruff? Shutterstock By Rachel Dillin/Aug. 11, 2021 1:59 pm EST If you suffer from occasional or regular dandruff, chances are you’ve bought many products to try to help combat the unwanted, itchy, and unsightly flakes. Head & Shoulders revealed that a microbe called Malassezia causes the flakey stuff. While we all have it, not everybody experiences sensitivities to it. If you’re among those who do, though, you might struggle to keep it under control....

Everything You Need To Know About Using Desert Rose Crystals Kaganz/Shutterstock By Preston Smith/Aug. 17, 2021 4:56 pm EST Crystals are truly their own field of science. There is an endless amount of knowledge to learn about when it comes to crystals, and there are countless types, each with their own looks, applications, and places of origin, among other factors. We could discuss lapis lazulis, for example, or we could discuss amazonite or clear quartz....

The artist FKA Cookie continues to work extensively Daniel Curtis Lee/Instagram Daniel Curtis Lee’s post-“Ned’s” life has been busy, with the actor appearing in “Good Luck Charlie” and “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” while also obtaining recurring roles in “Zeke and Luther” and “Glee,” where he portrayed Phil Lipoff (via IMDb). The former Nickelodeon star has also dipped his toe into movies and even worked behind the camera, scripting, producing, and directing several shorts, including “Bollywood to Hollywood....

How To Pack A Carry On For A Seven-Day Trip Shutterstock By Hope Campbell/Aug. 10, 2021 11:38 am EST When you’re getting ready for that long-awaited vacation, being a minimalist is a good way to save time, aggravation, and money. Many people try to bring only one small piece of carry-on luggage on airplanes, as checking baggage can cost anywhere from $30 to $200, depending on the size of the suitcase, according to Lugless....

Mary Trump recognized another family member in a Covid-infected Donald Trump Bloomberg/Getty Images Mary Trump, who is a psychologist by trade, wrote that she was able to read “fear” on her uncle’s face when she saw him on the White House balcony after being released from Walter Reed, according to The Guardian. In her new book “The Reckoning,” set to be released on August 17, Mary vividly describes Trump’s display of bravado that night and that it reminded her of her grandmother, the former president’s mother....

Natural Face Masks That Actually Work Shutterstock By Ashley Moor/July 30, 2021 12:05 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If your regular skincare routine just isn’t transforming your skin in the way you desire, it might be worth your while to venture into the world of face masks. Especially for those facing specific problems with their skin, like excessive blackheads and a lackluster complexion, face masks can be an easy, budget-friendly addition to any skincare routine....

The Truth About Blue’s Clues Star Steve Burns’ Music Career Frazer Harrison/Getty Images By Shana Aborn/Sept. 16, 2021 7:37 pm EST A generation before “PAW Patrol” hit TV screens, the must-see dog-centric kids’ show was “Blue’s Clues.” As any millennial can tell you, the iconic Nickelodeon show charmed its preschool audience with its sweet characters, simple animation, and focus on basic problem-solving. (What kind of Valentine’s Day gift could Blue be thinking about when she leaves paw prints on a photo, a box of macaroni, and a heart?...

This Real-Life Celebrity Couple Almost Starred In The Wedding Planner Columbia Pictures By Sophie McEvoy/Aug. 14, 2021 11:55 am EST There’s nothing better than an early ’00s rom-com, especially when Matthew McConaughey is involved. Before stealing Kate Hudson’s heart in “How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” McConaughey starred opposite Jennifer Lopez in “The Wedding Planner” in 2001. As his first foray into the romantic comedy sphere, McConaughey played Steve Edison, a pediatrician who rescues wedding planner Mary Fiore (Lopez) after getting her shoe stuck in a manhole cover....

The 13th season will be premiering this fall Matt Doyle/Getty Images According to ABC, the 13th season of “Shark Tank” will be premiering on October 8 on ABC. Those who wish to watch the upcoming season can do so by catching it on ABC or streaming it on ABC’s website or Hulu. According to Shark Tank Recap, it’s likely that this season will follow in line with other seasons in that it will contain approximately 24 episodes....

Why Ed Sheeran Is Speaking Out Against US Award Shows Kevin Mazur/mtv Vmas 2021/Getty Images By Melissa Willets/Sept. 16, 2021 10:28 am EST Behind the scenes of Ed Sheeran’s MTV VMAs performance of his song “Shivers” Sunday, it turns out he was feeling really, really sad (via The Guardian and Yahoo!). That’s because according to the English-born singer, American award shows are full of “resentment” and “hatred” (via Page Six and Smooth Radio)....

Why Nolan Gould Panicked When He Heard A Character Was Going To Die In Modern Family DFree/Shutterstock By Lana Schwartz/Sept. 12, 2021 9:56 pm EST After 11 seasons, the ABC sitcom “Modern Family” finally came to a close in April 2020 (via Good Housekeeping). Even though the show was still garnering hit ratings, co-creators Christopher Lloyd and Steven Levitan’s decided to end the show (via ScreenRant). Although audiences were saying goodbye to the “Modern Family” family, Lloyd and Levitan had a much more positive outlook on bringing the show to a close....

Cardi B’s Tattoos: A Complete Guide Eugene Powers/Shutterstock By Angela Andaloro/Aug. 31, 2021 5:30 pm EST Cardi B has a tremendous presence. Everywhere the 28-year-old goes, her larger-than-life personality shakes things up. Cardi is very expressive and creative, so it makes sense that she’s a fan of getting tattooed. Cardi, whose full name Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, loves to show off her body art in her performance outfits. Altogether, Cardi has 10 tattoos....

Does Britney Spears’ Conservatorship Ending Mean She Gets To See Her Kids More Often? Anthony Harvey/Getty Images By Amanda Lynne/Oct. 13, 2021 1:56 pm EST Britney Spears has been through a lot of ups and downs in her life. Most recently, her conservatorship battle with her father, Jamie Spears, has dominated headlines and left fans speaking out about giving the pop star her freedom. However, the “Lucky” singer has also had to battle her ex-husband, Kevin Federline, in court for custody of their two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James (via Life & Style)....