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The Steamiest Sex Scenes Of 2018

Everyone loves a good sex scene. We’re invested in the lives of our TV and movie faves, and we want to see them get it on. Sometimes when we’ve been

by Abbey Maxbauer

Don't Put Talcum Powder Anywhere Near Your Vagina

There's no shortage of products and substances that women are encouraged to use to 'improve' their genitals — from essential oils to skin lightening

USA Gymnastics Has Officially Filed For Bankruptcy

When gold medal Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman gave her powerful impact statement at Larry Nassar's sentencing hearing back in January, she said that USA

I'm Tired Of Being Asked, “Are You A Boy Or A Girl?"

When Sam Gee was in second year at school, their English teacher had a simple request at the beginning of the school year. "If you have a nickname, write

by Rachel Lubitz

Just Like That, The Golden Globes Nominations Fell Into Our Laps

In terms of predicting the Oscars (and the Emmys, much later), the Golden Globes are like an off-kilter weather app. Sometimes, they're right on track,

by Rebecca Farley

Michelle Obama Had To Sit Next To Trump — & Her Reaction Was Pric...

As dignitaries from around the world took their seats at the National Cathedral for George H.W. Bush's funeral, there was a place of honour in the front

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Why People Are Naming Their Babies Ivanka & Melania

Well this we did not expect. More parents are naming their babies after the U.S. first lady and first daughter, with "Ivanka" having surged in popularity

by Natalie Gontcharova

Khloe Kardashian Is Now Platinum Blonde — & We Got The Details Fr...

Keeping up with Kardashian family's hair colours is almost tougher than keeping up with their televised lives. Between Kim and Kylie alone, the sisters

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Sandra Oh Will Host The Golden Globes! (With Some Guy Named Andy)

NBC has announced that Killing Eve star (and fellow Canadian) Sandra Oh will host the 2019 Golden Globes with Brooklyn Nine-Nine star Andy Samberg. As far

by Kathryn Lindsay

I Just Want To Be "Boyfriend Rich": The Unfair Economic Reality O...

“I am guided by a force much greater than luck.” - Lucas, Empire Records, 1995 I’d like to be in a relationship for a lot of reasons. I’d love

by Shani Silver

I'm A Millennial & I'm Sorry I'm Killing Canned Tuna

Walt Whitman once wrote, "Do I contradict myself? Very well, then I contradict myself, I am large, I contain multitudes." Despite its origins in 1855 —

Cardi B & Offset Have Split: "I Guess We Fell Out Of Love"

Though we wish it weren't true, Cardi B and Offset, one of 2018's most beloved couples, has split. Don't panic, though. By the sounds of things it was a

by Rebecca Farley

Brie Larson Is Not Ready For Marvel Fame

There’s no way that Brie Larson could ever fly under the radar. As the titular character in Marvel’s first-ever woman-led superhero flick, Captain

by Kaitlin Reilly

What To Do If You Get A Tampon Stuck Inside Of You

There's a scene in Stranger Things that serves as a great metaphor for getting a tampon stuck inside of your body. If you're not familiar with the sci-fi

Kevin Hart Is Hosting The Oscars & Twitter Is Split

And the Academy award host is… Kevin Hart. Just hours after Deadline reported that ABC was nearing its final decision on who would host the 2019

by Kaitlin Reilly

The 2019 Pirelli Calendar Is Here & It's Cinematic Gold

For Pirelli's latest calendar, the Italian tire company enlisted photographer Albert Watson to work his magic. The iconic calendar, in which nearly every

by Landon Peoples

Please Ignore That "Rule" About Only Eating 6 French Fries

Last Thursday, a New York Times story went somewhat viral because a Harvard professor called French fries unhealthy "starch bombs," that "can be turned

Chanel Will No Longer Use Exotic Skins & Fur

As issues of sustainability and ethical responsibility move to the forefront of the industry, more and more brands are moving to enact real, positive

by Channing Hargrove

Angelina Jolie On Why Sexual Violence Is "Not Just A Problem For ...

Long before the #MeToo movement sparked conversations about sexual assault in the United States, Angelina Jolie was working on a global initiative aimed

Priyanka Chopra Attached Her Chopard Earrings To Her Veil

Priyanka Chopra married Nick Jonas in a custom Ralph Lauren wedding dress that "took a total of 1,826 hours to complete," an insider shared. "It was

by Channing Hargrove

Can You Really Get A Secondhand High?

Sometimes just walking into a hazy dorm room can make you feel like you're high, way before anyone even offers you a hit. And if you hang around at enough

by Sarah Jacoby

Sororities & Fraternities Sue Harvard Over Single-Sex Social Orga...

After Harvard instituted a policy that barred students in single-gender social clubs from holding leadership positions and opportunities for prestigious

by Ashley Alese Edwards

Travis Scott Shoots Down Rumours That He's Cheating On His "...

Travis Scott wants you to know that when it comes to his relationship with Kylie Jenner, there is no trouble in paradise—or rather, in Astroworld.

by Natalie Morin

Kim Kardashian Says Cher Is "The Most Exciting To Look At"

Keeping Up With The Kardashians has had plenty of unforgettable, explosive brawls. Who could ever forget that time Kim got so mad at Khloé that she ended

by Rachel Lubitz

How To Have Steamy Sex In Your Bathtub

There's a good chance you've heard about shower sex (I mean, there was that whole awkward scene between Veronica and Archie in Riverdale) and have maybe

by Kasandra Brabaw

Ivanka Trump's Forbes Ranking Proves The Power Of Her Carefu...

U.S. First daughter and White House senior adviser Ivanka Trump knows the power of her brand. It's ingrained in everything she does, from how she has

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2018 Was Ariana Grande's Biggest Year Ever — & We've Go...

Ariana Grande has had a big year. In fact, 2018 has been her biggest year ever. She released a stunning album, demolished Spotify and YouTube records, and

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