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Leave the dad sneakers for your dad Alejandro_Munoz/Shutterstock The good news is there are plenty of fashion-forward styles that can replace your once-beloved chunky sneakers. Stylist Tara Dupuis told Insider, “I was never wild about this footwear trend, so I’m glad that chunky sneakers are now being replaced with chic mules or sleeker leather sneakers in 2022.” While chunky sneakers can have an eclectic charm to them, PureWow claims that these “dad shoes” are not easy to pull off and often clash with outfits....

Resistance bands are super versatile StockFamily/Shutterstock Self Magazine also suggests resistance bands, with the magazine’s former fitness editor saying, “If you only ever purchase one piece of exercise equipment in your life, it should be a pack of resistance bands.” Specifically, the Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands come with a variety of colors and levels of resistance. They can be used for curls, hip abductions, an overhead press, a lateral walk, and more, as well as by beginners and seasoned athletes who are at home or on the go....

Glow Up Season 4: Details We Know So Far BBC Three/YouTube By Ashley Moor/Feb. 18, 2022 11:54 am EST First debuting on BBC Three in 2019 and then later that same year on Netflix, “Glow Up: Next Make-Up Star” has become a staple reality television show for many. As The Cinemaholic reports, the reality series pits aspiring makeup artists against one another in a series of interesting challenges intended to showcase the amazing skills that they possess....

How The February 1 New Moon Will Affect You If You’re A Taurus yaalan/Shutterstock By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/Jan. 27, 2022 11:17 am EST While full moons get the most attention, new moons can be an equally powerful opportunity to tune into your energy. Astrologically, while full moons are generally about harvesting and reaching the peak and pinnacle of whatever intentions or manifestations you have been working on, new moons offer the chance to plant those seeds that you will later see come to fruition (via Aiir)....

If You’re An Aries, This Cocktail Is A Must-Try Allexxandar/Shutterstock By Camila Barbeito/Feb. 24, 2022 5:23 am EST If you find yourself flipping through magazines to get to the horoscope section, often wonder your crushes’ zodiac signs before going out on the first date, and even have an astrology agenda to plan out your days according to the stars — then you’re definitely a zodiac lover. Many of us are admittedly more than a bit obsessed with all things astrology, especially the minute we found out about birth charts....

Is Avon An MLM? JHVEPhoto/Shutterstock By Anjana Rajbhandary/Feb. 2, 2022 2:32 pm EST How often do you get a friend or family member ask you to support their new career as a direct sales representative of a cosmetic line? Beautycounter and Rodan + Fields are two beauty brands that have grown significantly in recent years with the promise of clean skincare and some extra cash on the side if you want to be their representative....

Is This Who Will Permanently Replace Wendy Williams? Santiago Felipe/Getty Images By Joey Keogh/Feb. 9, 2022 8:12 am EST In February 2022, “The Wendy Williams Show” confirmed on Instagram that there would be a series of guest hosts fronting the show throughout February and early March, meaning the titular host isn’t coming back any time soon. Actor Michael Rapaport, rapper Fat Joe, and TV star Sherri Shepherd were among those slated to sit in the purple chair as Williams continues to recover from health issues off-screen....

Kate And William Share The Sweet Pre-Travel Tradition They Have With Their Kids LINGTREN.COM/Shutterstock By Amanda Lynne/March 2, 2022 12:53 pm EST A huge part of Prince William and Kate Middleton’s jobs as senior members of the royal family is to travel the globe. While this can often be exciting and fun, the fact that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have three young children definitely makes the task of traveling all the more difficult, per Marie Claire....

Simone Finch, Daisy Gardner, And Jenni Konner Discuss Single Drunk Female - Exclusive Interview Freeform/Hulu/YouTube By Preston Smith/Jan. 19, 2022 9:58 am EST Television writer Simone Finch inked a deal with Freeform, the network formerly known as ABC Family, to bring her first series to light, and it’s finally here. Finch, whose prior credits include “The Connors,” “Madam Secretary,” and the “Roseanne” revival (via IMDb), created “Single Drunk Female,” a half-hour comedy series set in Boston that follows a writer named Samantha (portrayed by Sofia Black-D’Elia) who moves home from New York City after losing her job from an incident related to her alcoholism....

Source Reveals Why Flip Or Flop Is Really Ending Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Melissa Willets/March 11, 2022 11:13 am EST After 10 seasons, “Flip or Flop” is ending, news which was announced in an Instagram post by co-host Christina Haack on Thursday. “Bittersweet news to announce, it’s the end of an era,” the reality star captioned a photo of herself with the cast of the HGTV show. “Next week’s episode of Flip or Flop will be the SERIES finale,” Haack continued....

The Latest Wedge In The Royal Family Might Not Be What You Think Chris Jackson/Getty Images By Amanda Lynne/Feb. 28, 2022 12:16 pm EST Queen Elizabeth recently celebrated her 70th anniversary on the throne. The monarch, 95, shared a heartfelt statement regarding the milestone anniversary and even revealed her thoughts about the future of the monarchy, especially where Camilla Parker Bowles is concerned. During her speech, the queen revealed that it was her wish that the Duchess of Cornwall, the wife of her eldest son, receive the title queen consort when Prince Charles ascends to the throne, per Us Weekly....

The judge said the Trumps can plead the fifth if needed mark reinstein/Shutterstock In the final decision, Judge Arthur Engoron wrote, “In the final analysis, a State Attorney General commences investigating a business entity, uncovers copious evidence of possible financial fraud, and wants to question, under oath, several of the entities’ principals, including its namesake. She has the clear right to do so.” Engoron made the point that even when the three testify, they are within their rights to refuse to answer questions, and he referenced the fact that Eric Trump, who testified in the investigation in October, pleaded the fifth over 500 times (via CNN)....

The Real Reason Why Cats Love Playing With Lasers movetheuniverse/Shutterstock By Sophie McEvoy/Feb. 19, 2022 5:27 am EST Every cat owner knows the struggle of figuring out the perfect toy for their furry feline, which oftentimes results in an overwhelming collection of feather teasers, catnip balls, tassels, and every other toy you can think of. But when it comes down to it, there’s one thing that cats will drop everything to play with — a laser pointer....

Christina Aguilera had a tough childhood Instagram Christina Aguilera was born on December 18, 1980, in Staten Island, New York (via Paper Magazine), to her Irish mother and Ecuadorian father, a U.S. Army Sergeant. As a child, the family moved multiple times — from Texas to New Jersey to Japan — because of her father’s military work. After her parents divorced when she was 7, Aguilera and her mom moved to her mother’s hometown of Wexford, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Pittsburgh, noted Rolling Stone....

What Nicole Kidman’s relationship with her parents was like Instagram Nicole Kidman was born in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1967, and grew up in Sydney, Australia. She had her focus on academics in her younger years, as her father was a biochemist. He taught Kidman and her younger sister many lessons and enforced a few rules. According to Kidman’s interview with Vanity Fair, she used to have to do push-ups every day....

The Truth About Ann Winblad’s Husband Alex Kline Youtube / Globalive Media By Sophie McEvoy/Feb. 9, 2022 4:45 pm EST Following the divorce of Bill and Melinda Gates, history surrounding their previous relationships started to circulate (via People). This was especially the case for Ann Winblad, a software entrepreneur and venture capitalist who dated Gates prior to his relationship with Melinda. According to Time magazine, the couple started dating in 1984 after crossing paths at a computer conference....

This Surprising Fact About The Nurses’ Stations On The Set Of General Hospital ABC/YouTube By Hope Campbell/Feb. 14, 2022 8:57 pm EST For longtime “General Hospital” fans, the nurses’ station is the hub of the show. It’s certainly the hub of Port Charles General Hospital, the fictional upstate New York medical center the show is named for. After all, there is always something happening there. From extras milling around in the background looking like hospital personnel and sneak peeks at the nurses’ station computer when a character is trying to learn something they shouldn’t to all that high drama worthy of any soap opera, the nurses’ station is the place to be....

What Victoria Konefal Had To Say About Cutting Back At Days Of Our Lives Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images By Amanda Lynne/March 19, 2022 4:27 pm EST “Days of Our Lives” fans have fallen in love with the character of Ciara Brady (Victoria Konefal) over the years. Ciara is a legacy character, as she’s the daughter of “DOOL” super couple, Bo and Hope Brady (via Soap Central). While Ciara was featured often as a child, now that she’s all grown up, she has become a huge fan favorite among viewers of the NBC soap opera....

Can You Lighten Your Hair Without Using Bleach? Olena Yakobchuk/Shutterstock By Anjana Rajbhandary/Feb. 14, 2022 6:27 pm EST Brunette hair has had a lot of limelight over the last few years, with celebrities like Hailey Bieber going dark in 2021. According to Harper’s Bazaar, this seemingly low-maintenance and multidimensional hair color requires less commitment and became the go-to look for many people staying home during the pandemic. However, dark hair doesn’t look good on everyone, and dark brown or black hair can make your skin appear older by accentuating the lines and creases on your face (via Hairstyle Camp)....

Dolly Parton Shares Details About How She Showers Her Husband With Love Tinseltown/Shutterstock By Hope Campbell/Jan. 31, 2022 10:57 am EST With the classic ballad “I Will Always Love You” being one of her signature songs, singer, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton knows a thing or two about romance and keeping love alive. After all, she’s been married to the same man for 56 years, and the pair seem as happy as ever....