A fantasy romance novel convention quickly went from Velaris to very messy. Romantasy fans — the extremely popular book genre among millennials and Gen Z women that blends fantasy fiction with smutty romance tropes — were baffled when they arrived at the A Million Lives Book Festival in Baltimore on May 2 and 3. What … Read more
A laundry hack being hailed as “genius” is doing the rounds of the internet, introducing people to a faster and more convenient way to dry their clothes. However, experts are warning anyone who tries it to be careful, as it may cause more problems than you’d expect. The laundry hack you never knew you needed Aussie TikTok user @keepingwithkirsty has … Read more
Go for the gold? Meghan Markle recently described her preferred pregnancy drink as “woo woo,” but the brew may have concrete benefits. “During my pregnancies, I had an Ayurvedic doctor, and so much of it was about seeing food as medicine,” Markle, 43, said on the latest episode of her podcast, “Confessions of a Female Founder.” … Read more
They’re shaking things up. Shake Shack is celebrating National Burger Month by offering a free burger to patrons every day from May 1 through June 1. Customers qualify for the mouth-watering freebie if they spend $10 or more at the fast food franchise. Each week, one of four different burgers will be offered free of … Read more
Cartier has squared the circle. In a design feat, the French jeweler has created Trinity necklaces and bracelets that link cushion-shaped rings. Like the iconic ring introduced by Louis Cartier in 1924, the new offerings feature interlocking bands in gleaming pink, yellow and white gold. But instead of the original’s round elements, these are square … Read more
One man is taking “be fruitful and multiply” to a whole new level. Rob Albon has devoted his life to supporting a controversial effort by the world’s richest person, Elon Musk. Albon, who lives in a modest home in England, has nowhere near the wealth or name-recognition of the tech billionaire, but he has thoroughly … Read more
When her son came to her begging for a sleepover, this mom pictured sleeping bags, popcorn, and the familiar chaos of overtired kids giggling into the night. Instead, she got six children who looked like they were running an IT department. “Half of the kids brought devices. iPad or Nintendo Switch,” she said. It was a harsh wake-up call … Read more
From the start, Valérie Messika’s designs were edgy and unexpected. Soon after founding her namesake fine jewelry house in 2005, the artistic innovator introduced her hit Move bracelet, featuring three brilliant-cut diamonds that glide up and down gleaming tracks. She followed that with hip pieces like Glam’Azone Double ring and Gatsby multi-hoop earrings and collaborated … Read more
Selena Gomez can’t stop, won’t stop showing off her engagement ring. Since record producer Benny Blanco proposed to Gomez in December, the 32-year-old actress has shared a flurry of Instagram pics of the big rock on her finger: an elongated marquise sparkler, set on a diamond-studded eternity band. “I’ve just dreamed of this moment my … Read more
A model was dubbed “the most beautiful girl in the world” at age 9, but it didn’t come without criticism. Kristina Pimenova’s blue eyes and long blonde hair helped her claim that title at such a young age. Now, the 19-year-old from Moscow, Russia, is studying at drama school and hopes to become an actress. … Read more