This Is The Most Popular Dating App Conversation Starter In Your City
Coming up with the best opening line on a dating app is never easy. You want to sound interesting but not too out there, you want to get to know them but not be too aggressive. I've always been a strong believer in asking a lot of questions and tryin…
By Lea Rose Emery
16 'Avengers: Infinity War' Theories You NEED To Read Before Seeing The Movie
The world, and by extension, the internet, officially have come down with Avengers: Infinity War fever. Everyone is obsessing over the massive Marvel movie, which is expected to upend the decade-old, 19 movie-strong Marvel Cinematic Universe in some …
By Johnny Brayson
8 Mental Tricks To Help You Sleep That Actually Work
I was taught growing up that you'll fall asleep more easily if you imagine jumping sheep and count them, but this never seemed to work for me. The image's repetitive nature would bore me, and my own thoughts would take over. This left me wondering, w…
By Suzannah Weiss
Today's Top StoriesApril 25, 2018
Christina Aguilera's Carpool Karaoke Included An Unexpected Cameo & So. Much. Nostalgia.
Christina Aguilera just made millennials' karaoke fantasies come true. Hopping in James Corden's famous Range Rover, the "Lady Marmalade" singer crooned her instantly iconic hits for The Late Late Show audiences just like it was 2002 all over again. …
By Rachel Ann Selvin
The ‘Bachelor’ Creator’s New Show Takes Proposing To A Whole New Level
There's a new reality dating show that's bound to grab the attention of every Bachelor Nation fan. According to The Hollywood Reporter, ABC is premiering a new reality series called The Proposal by Mike Fleiss, who created The Bachelor. Based on all …
By Stephanie Downs
A New Study Shows Why Women Get More Migraines Than Men — & Why It Took So Long To Figure Out
Ever had a migraine? You'd know if you did: migraines are often cited as one of the worst pain experiences people will experience, even worse than childbirth — and, because women get more migraines than men, many of them will have the, uh, opportunit…
By JR Thorpe
Harry & Meghan Just Revealed The Lucky Musicians Who Will Perform At Their Wedding Ceremony
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's May 19 nuptials are fast approaching. So, it's no surprise that the pair have released even more exciting details about their special day. Through the Kensington Palace Twitter account, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle …
By Stephanie Downs
Here's The PERFECT Homemade Soup Recipe For When It Feels Like Winter Will Never End
Nothing says "comfort food" quite like a hot, zesty bowl of tomato soup. And if you are anything like me, this classic dish is like holding a delicious throwback to the golden days of your childhood right in your hands. However, the canned stuff can …
By Kirsten Nunez
Khloé's Recent Post About Happiness May Actually Double As A Response To ALL Those Rumors
Khloé Kardashian is mostly keeping fans in the dark as to how she's feeling in the aftermath of the rumors that cropped up earlier this month. But per Khloé's recent post about prioritizing happiness, it seems plausible that the reality star — and br…
By Emily Mae Czachor
Kim K Shared A New Family Pic & It Looks Like Her Kid-Wrangling Skills Paid Off
It's been a big year for the Kardashian-West family, and the memories are being documented on social media. On Monday, Kim Kardashian shared a new family photo, including Chicago West. The pic shows Kardashian and Kanye West on board a private jet wi…
By Mary Kate McGrath
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
J.K. Rowling Surprised The Cast Of 'Cursed Child' & The Video Is Magical AF
For many of the stars of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, being cast in a J.K. Rowling project was a dream come true. Last week, though, that dream got a little bit sweeter when the author surprised the Broadway cast with a visit to the Lyric Theat…
By Sadie Trombetta
John Mayer Did A Smoky Eye Tutorial On Instagram & It's Actually Not That Bad
Makeup inspiration comes from the most unexpected places. John Mayer did a smoky eye tutorial on Instagram, and it actually wasn't bad for a beginner. The singer is no stranger to his beauty tutorials, but this is his first time trying his hand with …
By Kali Borovic
Princess Charlotte Just Made History & She Probably Doesn’t Even Know It
By now, it's probably safe to say most royal enthusiasts are well-aware of the fact that Kate Middleton gave birth to the royal family's newest member early Monday morning. Besides the excitement surrounding the baby's arrival, some buzz has cropped …
By Emily Mae Czachor
7 Easy Ways To Get Back In Touch With Someone — Even If It's Been A While
Even though, in the age of social media, it feels like it's easy to know where your friends are and what they're up to, your 20s are still a prime time to lose touch. With all the milestones and career changes and moving to different cities, it can c…
By Eva Taylor Grant
This Is The BEST Month To Take Your Next Vacation, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
It's a bit of a harsh winter right now, and vacation is probably on everyone's mind. But when should you actually get off your butt and get out there? There are actually certain months of the year that are better for you to travel, based on your zodi…
By Crystal Duan
8 Old-Fashioned Wedding Stereotypes That Should Have Been Canceled A Long Time Ago
Nothing gives you stress hives quite like planning a huge event, and weddings are the tip of that iceberg. There are far too many details to think of, from the song you'll choose for your first dance, to how to keep your Great Aunt Bertha away from t…
By Megan Grant
8 Things You Should Do If You Get Sick While You’re On Vacation
It’s never fun getting sick, but it’s even less fun if you’re traveling when it happens. Fortunately, though, feeling a bit off isn’t necessarily a vacation-killer; there are still plenty of ways to enjoy your vacation if you get sick while traveling…
By Lucia Peters
14 Summer Must Haves All '90s Kids Will Love
The '90s were, obviously, a magical time. If you were in elementary or middle school during the hallowed decade, you probably remember hours spent riding bikes, sans cell phones to distract you, going down to rent a VHS (not a DVD!), or spending hour…
By Brandi Neal
‘Legion’ May Have Just Brought Back This Fan Favorite Character
Spoilers for Legion "Chapter 12."
She's baaaaack. Although Aubrey Plaza has been a regular presence on FX's superhero series since "Chapter 1," she's only briefly appeared as an actual flesh-and-blood character, existing primarily as a manifestation …
By Jefferson Grubbs
Why You Shouldn’t Be Too Afraid For June’s Daughter In ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Season 2
June's daughter, Hannah, has been one of her incentives to stay alive throughout the horrifying events of The Handmaid's Tale. Her child was tragically ripped away from her as they, along with June's husband, attempted to escape the country. A new se…
By Taylor Maple
DeVoe's Weakness Was Exposed On 'The Flash' & It Could Be The Key To Beating Him
You'd think Barry has enough problems just trying to out-think the Thinker on The Flash, but in "Fury Rogue," the Flash not only had to face DeVoe, he also had to deal with a surprise villain from Earth-X. In an attempt to get ahead of DeVoe, Barry r…
By Olivia Truffaut-Wong
Here's Exactly How 'The Handmaid's Tale' Season 2 Will Reference What Happens In The Book
Books and television are entirely different artistic mediums, and adapting one into the other comes with a variety of challenges, not the least of which is: What do you do when you run out of source material? Is The Handmaid's Tale Season 2 still bas…
By Jefferson Grubbs
Sorry 'Queer Eye' Fans, The Original & New Casts Probably Won't Reunite, According To Ted Allen
Last month, Queer Eye fans rejoiced after Netflix announced that it would be renewing the now-famed reboot series for a second season. But, for anyone hoping to see some familiar faces from the show's early 2000s iteration during Season 2, there's a …
By Emily Mae Czachor
Cardi B & SZA Friendship & Support For One Another Will Definitely Warm Your Heart
Between Beyoncé's history-making headlining #BeyChella performance, and Cardi B giving her fans life with her super impressive Boachella performance debut, the Coachella 2018 was one to remember. Also seemingly blossoming from the event is Cardi B an…
By Ashley Rey
This Video Of 'Fixer Upper's Chip Gaines Supporting Wife Joanna Is So Charming
Chip and Joanna Gaines have moved on from Fixer Upper, but they have not moved on from being charming as all get-out on TV. On Tuesday, April 24, Fixer Upper's Chip and Joanna appeared on The Today Show. Joanna was there to promote her new cookbook, …
By Kristie Rohwedder
This Is Sephora’s Best-Selling Primer & It’s So Easy To See Why
As much as I love wearing makeup, the skin care-obsessed beauty editor in me cannot wait to take it off as soon as I get home. The thought of heavy foundation, cream blushes, and pigmented eyeshadows soaking into my face hour after hour quite literal…
By Sara Tan
Here’s What You Need To Know About Aidy Bryant’s Body Positive New Comedy Series
As so many women unfortunately know too well, struggling with body image is no joke. But, judging by the real-life story behind Aidy Bryant's new comedy series, on the path toward eventually flouting traditional beauty standards in favor of self-love…
By Emily Mae Czachor
6 Storylines 'Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills' Needs To Abandon After Season 8
Let's be honest: The current season of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is a total snooze fest. Moving forward to Season 9, there are plenty of things that need to be left behind with Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 8. This current season is …
By Marenah Dobin
These 2 New True Crime Books Have Plotlines That Go WAY Beyond Unsolved Murders
Until NPR’s hit podcast Serial debuted in 2014, the true crime genre was a guilty pleasure many indulged in, but few would admit to out loud for fear of being ousted as simple, or worse, insensitive. For years, detractors of the genre criticized it f…
By Sadie Trombetta
These Adjustable Dumbbells Are The Easiest Way To Customize Your At-Home Workout
If you're looking to devise an at-home workout that can be altered and customized according to your fluctuating needs, it's smart to invest in a pair of the best adjustable dumbbells. Their multi-faceted designs help make workouts feel more versatile…
By Kim Quindlen
Here's Why Meghan Markle Was Really Excluded From The Royal Baby Announcement
After Kate Middleton and Prince William officially welcomed their third child on Monday, Kensington Palace released a statement on behalf of their family members. However, there was one name noticeably absent — Meghan Markle. So why was Meghan Markle…
By Allyson Koerner
I Was 17 The First Time I Thought I Might Have Breast Cancer
I found the first lump in my breast on New Year’s Day, 2012. It was 2 a.m., and I was showering after a party at my best friend’s boyfriend’s house. We were juniors in high school and had stayed up half the night drinking soda and playing with firewo…
By Emily Clemons
The New Royal Baby Has His Own Commemorative China Set & There’s A UNICORN On It
The royal baby might not have a name yet, but he does already have a royal baby-themed commemorative china collection available, thanks to the Royal Collection Trust. His Royal Highness Prince of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Irela…
By Kaitlyn Wylde
Serena Williams Is Also Shocked That Kate Middleton Left The Hospital So Fast
On Monday, the British Royal Family welcomed another baby to the monarchy and it's all anyone can talk about. For example, while recently chatting with POPSUGAR (via Marie Claire), Serena Williams commented on Kate Middleton and royal baby #3. The 23…
By Allyson Koerner
Scarlett Johnasson Looks SO Different With Her New Super-Dark Brown Hair
Avengers: Infinity War is almost here, and some of your favorites are hitting the red carpet for the premiere. From Chadwick Boseman to Zoe Saldana, the different Marvel Cinematic Universes (MCU) are coming together. There's one difference you may ha…
By Shea Simmons
I Wore Hemp Underwear For A Week & I Was Surprised At The Effect It Had On My Chub Rub
We don’t usually think about how our fabrics are made, but some of the most common fabrics out there are bad for the environment. For example, cotton needs a lot of water, insecticides, and pesticides to grow. Moreover, cotton can be hard to recycle,…
By Courtney Hilden
4 Gentle But Effective Mops That Won't Ruin Your Hardwood Floors
If you have ever installed, treated, repaired, or sealed hardwood floors in your home, you know how expensive it can get. The last thing you want to do is ruin your expensive wood floors with an inferior cleaning product. The best mops for hardwood f…
By Lisa Fogarty
70 Things On Amazon Prime That Are Sick AF
I'm not exaggerating when I say that Prime is my life. Not only do I write about hundreds of their products on a monthly basis, but I do roughly 95 percent of my personal shopping on there, too. Needless to say, in the last few years, I've come acros…
By Maria Cassano
