7 Ways To Catch Up On Sleep That Actually Work
If you are wondering how much sleep should you be getting, the typical answer is seven to nine hours per night, according to The National Sleep Foundation. But be honest, do you actually get that much shuteye? Between work, and travel, and stress — a…
By Carolyn Steber
7 Signs Your Past Life Is Impacting Your Current Love Life
When your love life is less than ideal, looking for reasons why is necessary in order to turn it all around. Maybe you've been single for a while and want a serious relationship, but everyone you're interested in only wants to keep things casual. Or …
By Kristine Fellizar
13 Signs Your Cat Actually, Genuinely, REALLY Likes You
Part of the appeal of cats is their sense of mystery. They often play their cards close to their furry little chests, slower than their canine counterparts to make it clear to their humans that they love and appreciate them. As a result, if you're a …
By Alli Hoff Kosik
Today's Top StoriesApril 21, 2018
This Dog Saved A 3-Year-Old Girl’s Life When She Got Lost Overnight & No, You’re Crying
Anyone who’s ever had a dog knows that “man’s best friend” is all the wonderful things in the whole wide world — loyal, adorable, and sometimes, a hero. An elderly dog in Australia saved a 3-year-old girl when she got lost overnight, ABC Australia re…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo
Turns Out, ’Jane The Virgin' Had Been Dropping Hints About That Bananas Twist All Along
MAJOR spoilers for the Jane The Virgin Season 4 finale.
In the middle of Season 3 of Jane The Virgin, fans were shocked and devastated when Michael was killed off of Jane The Virgin. Or so they thought. In the telenovela-style show's most jaw-droppi…
By Taylor Ferber
The Backstreet Boys' 25th Anniversary Photo Will Make '90s Kids Feel SO Nostalgic
A quarter of a century ago, something happened that would change publications like Tiger Beat and Bop forever: The Backstreet Boys officially became a group on April 20, 1993. In honor of this major milestone, the group shared an incredible throwback…
By Kristie Rohwedder
This 'Scandal' Finale Cameo Was Super Sweet & You Probably Didn't Even Notice It
This post contains spoilers about Scandal's series finale. Scandal ended its seven-season run with plenty of drama. But one of the sweetest details came at the very end of the episode, when two young girls look at Olivia's portrait in the National Po…
By Meghan DeMaria
Why 'Trading Spaces' Totally Doesn't Work In 2018
The early 2000s home makeover show, Trading Spaces, has returned to TLC, and so have the brightly-colored, matching button-ups of its participants. Although the show offered some design perspective and family-friendly entertainment at the time, it's …
By Kayla Blanton
People Are "Image-Mapping" Their Wedding Cakes & The Pictures Are GORGEOUS
The wedding industry is ever evolving, as soon-to-be newlyweds keep their eyes peeled for the newest and most memorable trends to incorporate into their own nuptials, like flower chandeliers and Disney-inspired wedding dresses. The latest obsession t…
By Megan Grant
“Wake Me Up” Artist Avicii Has Died At Age 28 & Fans Are Mourning The Loss
Tim Berglund, the Swedish DJ best known by his stage name Avicii, is dead at 28, reports Billboard. The EDM artist, who is well known around the world for his hits like "Wake Me Up" and "Lonely Together," was found dead in Muscat, Oman on Friday afte…
By Tolly Wright
There's A Quick & Easy Way You Can Get FREE McDonald's French Fries This Month
There are a lot of reasons to love McDonalds. In the 60 or so years since its inception, the massive international fast food has become nothing less than an American cultural icon. Few if any logos are as recognizable as the restaurant's golden arche…
By Callie Tansill-Suddath
Bustle Originals
Samira Wiley On Doing Right By Her Character, Her Wife, The Queer Black Community — And Herself
This is how you’re supposed to begin: You’re supposed to say that Samira Wiley is down for whatever. Need her to hang upside down, jump on a box, or lie on the cold concrete floor in sequined Marc Jacobs to get the perfect shot? No problem. The (almo…
By Britni Danielle
'Black Panther' Star Danai Gurira Didn't Let The World Tell Her What Black Women Could Be. She Showed Them.
It's her birthday — Valentine's Day — and Black Panther and Walking Dead star Danai Gurira is celebrating by working. She is resplendent in all-white, lit by the glow of a dusty studio window overlooking the Manhattan street below, as if surveying a …
By Kadeen Griffiths
Why 'Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness Wants You To Say Nice Things To Your Hair
"Have you ever heard of that Japanese water study," Jonathan Van Ness, Los Angeles stylist and one of the stars of Netflix's Queer Eye reboot asks me, "Where they took all of those different water samples and looked at them under the microscope, and…
By Amanda Richards
This Is The One '90s Beauty Look Nicole Richie Would Never Try Again
Fashion has always come easy for Nicole Richie. Before she became the big style icon she is today, with the big fashion brands eager to lend her clothes, she says that she made her own dress for prom. Richie also considers herself a pro when it comes…
By Sara Tan
Dunkaroos Are Back & Nutella Fans Are Going To LOVE The New Twist
The culinary world has never given enough credit to lunchbox food — the individually-wrapped, kid-friendly fare sustained so many of us through the vital elementary, middle and high school years. Whether you packed it in a paper bag or a cute insulat…
By Callie Tansill-Suddath
9 Unexpected Things Dogs & Cats Should Never, Ever Eat
In a lot of ways pets seem just like us, which could prompt humans to share some things with their four-legged friends that could actually be harmful to their health. Dangerous things for dogs and cat to eat you should never give to them run the gamu…
By Brandi Neal
These Game-Changing Patches Make Pimples Disappear Overnight
While pimple patches may not be the most glamorous of beauty products, they're an absolute essential to keep on-hand. As long as you've got a pack of the best acne patches at your disposal, you’ll be able to eliminate blemishes that are just budding,…
By Rebecca Norris
This Is Probably The Greatest Advice Column Of All Time — And These Are The 15 Best Entries
Everyone has their own road to Cheryl Strayed. I first read Tiny Beautiful Things, a collection of "Dear Sugar" columns, when a friend sent me a copy a few months after the death of my mother. One essay in particular — "The Black Arc Of It" — became …
By Cristina Arreola
15 Earth Day Instagram Caption Ideas That Will Inspire You To Get Outdoors
With Earth Day approaching, there is solid opportunity to showcase your best nature pictures. From fall foliage to crisp, turquoise waters there's a lot of this world to show off. Celebrate the beauty of Earth with pictures and inspirational words th…
By Brittany Bennett
Non-Alcoholic Rosé Is Here Just In Time For The Summer & The Bottles Are GORGEOUS
Kind of dig the “rosé all day” lifestyle, but don’t actually drink wine? Good news — that most venerable of grape juice purveyors, Welch’s, has you covered: Welch’s Sparkling Rose is the non-alcoholic rosé of your dreams, containing the delightful bu…
By Lucia Peters
Ariana Grande Just Made A Surprise Coachella Appearance & The Photos Will Make You Cheer
If you're still recovering from Beyoncé's other-worldly performance at Coachella on April 13, weekend two's scream-inducing unannounced set definitely won't disappoint. On late on Friday, April 20, Ariana Grande shocked fans across the globe by joini…
By Rachel Ann Selvin
Matt LeBlanc Loved Rachel's Trifle On 'Friends' WAY More Than Joey
There's a famous Thanksgiving episode of Friends — well, there are a lot of them, but there's in in particular — where Monica relaxes enough to let Rachel prepare dessert for the group. The resulting dish forever cemented Rachel's trifle on Friends a…
By Sophy Ziss
Scientists Accidentally Created An Enzyme That Eats Plastic & It’s SO Cool
Sometimes great discoveries happen by complete accident. Penicillin was discovered by Alexander Fleming when he accidentally left a petri dish out in his laboratory in 1928, for instance. And now an unintended discovery by English scientists who were…
By JR Thorpe
Millennial Pink ‘Simpsons’ Krispy Kremes Exist, But You’ll Have To Travel To Get ‘Em
Homer Simpson was way ahead of the millennial pink trend. He's been noshing on millennial-pink doughnuts since 1989, but the pastry world is finally catching up with him. Millennial pink Krispy Kreme doughnuts are a thing, and they're straight out of…
By Brandi Neal
You Can BOGO At Some Chipotle Locations This Earth Day & The Deal Is Super Sweet
April 22 is Earth Day, and there are plenty of ways to honor the day, from volunteering with a local sustainability organization to taking the opportunity to reduce your carbon footprint by committing to doing more recycling, composting, or buying ca…
By James Loke Hale
This Dog Saved A 3-Year-Old Girl’s Life When She Got Lost Overnight & No, You’re Crying
Anyone who’s ever had a dog knows that “man’s best friend” is all the wonderful things in the whole wide world — loyal, adorable, and sometimes, a hero. An elderly dog in Australia saved a 3-year-old girl when she got lost overnight, ABC Australia re…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo
Kygo Paid Tribute To Avicii At Coachella & The Video Will DEFINTELY Make You Sob
On Friday, April 20, fans learned the sad news that electronic music DJ and Swedish musician Avicii (born Tim Bergling) had died at age 28. Later that night, Norwegian DJ Kygo (born Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll) paid tribute to Avicii during the second weeken…
By Mallory Carra
The One Way Your Childhood Dog Might Still Be Affecting You As An Adult
For many of us, some of the most precious childhood memories we have are the moments shared with our first pets. (And some of the saddest memories are probably when they passed away.) While looking at photos of old pets can bring all the heartwarming…
By Kyli Rodriguez-Cayro
Any One Of These ‘Jane The Virgin’ Theories Could Explain That Mind-Boggling Cliffhanger
In recent episodes, it's seemed like Jane The Virgin was losing its telenovela edge. But the Season 4 finale was a brutal reminder that fans are never safe from highly dramatic surprises. Major spoilers for the Jane The Virgin Season 4 finale ahead. …
By Caitlin Gallagher
Turns Out, ’Jane The Virgin' Had Been Dropping Hints About That Bananas Twist All Along
MAJOR spoilers for the Jane The Virgin Season 4 finale.
In the middle of Season 3 of Jane The Virgin, fans were shocked and devastated when Michael was killed off of Jane The Virgin. Or so they thought. In the telenovela-style show's most jaw-droppi…
By Taylor Ferber
That ‘Jane The Virgin’ Cliffhanger Could Change Everything For Jane & Rafael
Major spoilers ahead for the Jane The Virgin Season 4 finale. In the episodes leading up to the Season 4 finale, Jane The Virgin had been reminding fans that they are watching a telenovela. But the show saved the biggest twist for last — Michael may …
By Caitlin Gallagher
The Mystery Attacker On ‘Jane The Virgin’ Has To Be One Of These Characters
Spoilers for the Jane The Virgin Season 4 finale follow. Immediately before the major reveal that Michael could still be alive on Jane The Virgin, the Season 4 finale, Petra's real blackmailer attacks her and JR shoots them. But who does JR shoot on …
By Caitlin Gallagher
This 'Game Of Thrones' Season 8 Theory Could Be MAJORLY Bad News For Daenerys
It's no secret that there's another war coming to Westeros, but there is quite a bit of mystery surrounding what role Cersei will play in the final battle. Thanks to Winter is Coming's Game of Thrones Season 8 casting news, a big clue about the queen…
By Sabienna Bowman
Rita Ora’s Reaction To Avicii’s Death Is SO Moving & Heartbreaking
On Friday, April 20, it was reported that Tim Bergling, aka Avicii, was found dead. He was 28. After the news broke, the artist featured on what ended up being the beloved Swedish DJ's final single expressed her grief on Twitter. Pop singer Rita Ora …
By Kristie Rohwedder
Beyonce Just Launched A New Merch Line That’s Only Available For One Month
Leave it to Beyoncé to turn the performance of a lifetime into a limited edition clothing line. Beyoncé's Coachella merchandise collection features a variety of pieces to commemorate the singer's truly epic performances during the famous music festiv…
By Olivia Muenter
How Mayhem Miller Is Surviving That Brutal 'Drag Race' Elimination
It's wild how quickly the fate of queens on RuPaul's Drag Race can change. Though she won the first maxi-challenge of Season 10, RuPaul's Drag Race star Mayhem Miller went from being number one to sashaying away in Episode 5. But thanks to the undyin…
By Kayla Blanton
Netflix's 'Safe' Trailer Shows Michael C. Hall In A WAY Different Role From ‘Dexter’
After being largely MIA since the end of Dexter, Michael C. Hall is returning to TV in a new Netflix crime drama. On Friday, April 20, the trailer for Netflix's Safe dropped and it shows the actor in a role that is way different than his former role …
By Parry Ernsberger
9 Downright Disgusting Things Cats Do — That Actually Kind Of Make Sense
As I showered my cat's face with kisses, my old roommate once said, "it takes a healthy dose of denial to love an outdoor cat." You know, because they kill and eat birds and mice, which are just a few of the gross things cats do. While most cats are …
By Brandi Neal
Why You Shouldn't Start Grieving The Avengers Just Yet, Even If 'Infinity War' Kills Them
With Avengers: Infinity War finally hitting theaters on April 27, Marvel fans are antsy to know what’s coming up next after the much hyped movie. Luckily, Infinity War isn’t the last Avengers movie. The good news is there’s another one coming up in 2…
By Tatiana Tenreyro
If Your Office Is On A Higher Floor, It Can Have A MAJOR Effect On The Way You Make Decisions
Height has long been associated with power. Think about it: the most desirable location in an apartment building is the penthouse. People work their whole lives to snag a corner office on the top floor of a building. It is a phenomenon that at its su…
By Callie Tansill-Suddath
