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NY Times best dressed at White House Correspondents Dinner

The White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, akin to D.C.'s Oscars, showcases glamorous attire amid a mix of media, political and Hollywood personalities.

Country diary: A fine coastline with secrets in the soil

The remains of last year’s thrift seem to rattle as an offshore wind pushes over the headland. It won’t be long before they’re superseded by the new flowers, and already, buds of tightly curled pink are beginning to unfurl to greet the spring sunshine. A local folktale says that every thrift flower represents the soul of someone lost at sea, resettled on the coast to remind all seafarers of the perilous ocean they sail. They will be in good...

A Devastating Click: How an Email Scam Can Cost You Your Life Savings

It's a story that's becoming increasingly too common. A 60-year-old warehouse worker named Renato Calalang received an email notification informing him that a distant relative, a cousin in Calalang's...

Aries: Weekly Horoscope

Aries: Here are you free predictions for the week, from April 28 to May 04

How to DIY a Rock Garden to Transform Your Yard

Turn a neglected area into a beautiful garden!

Ranked: the greatest fast food side dishes ever

From faultless French fries to chicken strips masquerading as fries, perfectly gooey cheese sticks, creamy coleslaw and more, we’ve rounded up the greatest fast food side dishes the world has ever seen.

The most iconic dresses in cinema history

Take a look back at some of the most amazing dresses to ever grace the silver screen.

The 50 Best Places To Buy a Home for Under $250,000

Find out where you should look if you want an affordable home and a good quality of life.

Leo: Your love horoscope - April 29

Leo: here are your love predictions for the day April 29

These Front Porch Decorating Ideas Will SERIOUSLY Enhance Your Curb Appeal

Because first impressions count!

The British royals playing sports

It's always entertaining to watch famous people playing sports, but things can get really exciting when there are royals involved. It's true that some have famously played sports (such as polo), while others even became Olympic athletes. But the vast majority of royals just play for fun, or when they have to. In this gallery, you'll find many occasions where royals were caught playing sports. Some seem pretty good at them, while others not so much! Click through and see for yourself.

The 5 Most Outlandish Things Floyd Mayweather Has Done With His Money

Imagine having an in-house candy shop. It seems like a dream come true for most kids, and many adults as well. Check Out: 20 Richest Athletes in the WorldRead Next: 6 Genius Things All Wealthy People...

ZEROBASEONE aka ZB1’s 2024 Singapore Concert: Dates, Venue, Tickets And More

Trendy and highly popular K-pop boyband ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) will perform in Singapore come September 2024 as part of their first headlining tour. The nine-member multinational project boy group under South Korean record label, WAKEONE, will hold their debut performance in Singapore at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on 28 September 2024. This concert has been highly anticipated among their fans – known as ZEROSE – since their formation in July 2023....

Ask A Nutrition Professional: Can I Eat Shrimp If I Have Gastroparesis?

Expert opinion from Kelsey Masso Master of Science in Health and Wellness Management /Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition · 2 years of experience · USA Yes, you can eat shrimp if you have gastroparesis. Shrimp is a low-fat, low-fiber food that is easy to digest. Gastroparesis is a condition in which the stomach cannot empty properly. This can...

30 ways to show gratitude each day

Most of us have very busy lives. Work, family commitments, sleep, and chores can take a huge amount of our time and energy. However, thankfully it is possible for us to take some time, take a step back, and realize what we should be thankful for. Here are some great ideas to help you feel a sense of gratitude, and to give back. It will inevitably make you feel better. Read on! Inspiration for this gallery was taken from The Active Times.

I've Eaten At Nearly Every Single Chain Restaurant—These Are The Best Menu Items

Two years later and 20 restaurants down, this is our official list. People always ask: What are the *best* chain restaurant menu items? Honestly, I've tried too many to count; they've all become a massive blur in my memory. So, to make your lives easier (and, selfishly, mine), I've made the official ranking of the best menu items at each restaurant I've visited. Buckle up y'all.

Designers Actually Love This Cheap Fence Idea

It looks expensive.

30 things that should be more socially acceptable

At the surface level, we live in a modern, progressive age, ungoverned by the pointless rules and traditions of the past. Women can drink pints, men can wear eyeliner, and living in a van that has a bed and a hotplate is a coveted lifestyle. In reality, the ideals of our ancestors are so deeply engrained that they affect our behavior in ways we don't even understand. If you notice someone eating dinner alone at a restaurant, do you feel a little bit sorry for them and assume they're lonely? If you see a beautiful woman on the street who clearly isn't wearing a bra, do you secretly judge her and assume she's trying to look sexy? These are things we need to free ourselves from. Click through this gallery to find out which 30 things we need to normalize ASAP.

We remember the A-Z of a William and Kate's glorious wedding

It was one of the feel-good moments of the decade - the union of Prince William, handsome heir to the throne, and elegant commoner Catherine Middleton on April 29, 2011.

Elephant returns toddler's shoe after it falls into zoo enclosure

This is the adorable moment a clever elephant returned a toddler's tiny shoe after it dropped into its zoo enclosure. In the cute clip, the huge creature can be seen gently scooping the shoe by using enormous foot and lengthy trunk.

There's Most Likely Mold Growing Inside Your Most-Used Kitchen Utensil

BRB, furiously deep-cleaning everything in our kitchen.

Nine cats go missing - only for them to turn up in town 10 miles away

A support group has been set up for pet owners after nine cats went missing - only to then turn up again ten miles away on the outskirts of Motherwell.

Sustainable tricks that will make you a better gardener

If you're reading this, then chances are you have a garden or simply love gardening. Humans have been working the land for millennia, and we seem to get pleasure from it to this day. There's just something about being in contact with nature, planting our own food, and caring for plants that hook us to gardening. If you're a budding gardener, surely there are some things you might not know just yet. But don't worry: after reading this gallery, we assure you that you'll have plenty of new things to try! Click through and discover the secrets every gardener needs to know.

Dogglegangers! Eerily lifelike, the £130 dolls of beloved dead pets

They are beloved family members whose deaths are often felt as keenly as those of our human companions. Scots needle artist is easing the pain of losing a pet by crafting woollen look-alikes.

What is Zen slap therapy? Tradition-based remedy claims to relieve stress, release negative energy, some smell a scam

Practitioners say patient pain heals so slaps must be hard and loud Popularity grows as hashtag for treatment attracts 11.6 million views online A new therapy derived from traditional Chinese medicine, or TCM, known as chan pai, or "Zen slap" in English, is being used to reduce growing levels of stress in China. Such is the popularity of the treatm...

Our beauty expert reveals the makeup trick to make you look younger

UK beauty expert Hannah Betts says pastels can feel not only very 2024, but extremely flattering - not least against grey hair, bringing not only light, but soft, glowing colour to paler skin tones.

5 Kitchen Layout Tips The Pros Swear By

They’ve spent years mastering the perfect kitchen layout so you don’t have to.

8 Things You Must Buy at Sam’s Club While on a Retirement Budget

For many retirees, a trip to Sam's Club looks a bit different after entering retirement. Grocery shopping priorities change, and Sam's Club members might even find they spend time in departments they...

How to best organize your fridge

A well-organized fridge is vital for safe storage to prevent any bacteria infiltrating your food, and so is maintaining a cool temperature. An organized fridge can also help minimize food waste and keep your food fresher for longer. Want to know more? Then click through this gallery to learn how to best organize your fridge.

Employer’s daughter thanks her maid because “she taught me life skills that I wouldn’t have learnt if not through her”

SINGAPORE: A young woman recently took to social media to express her gratitude towards their... The post Employer’s daughter thanks her maid because “she taught me life skills that I wouldn’t have learnt if not through her” appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

Endangered dog breeds that could go extinct

Dogs don't usually come to mind when we think of animals under the risk of extinction. Though dogs in general are by no means under threat, some dog breeds actually are. Every year, millions of dogs are born, but some breeds are becoming rarer and, if the numbers continue to fall, they may well go extinct. In this gallery, we look at the most vulnerable dog breeds that could go extinct. Click on—you might even discover a breed that you really like!

This Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Is What Family Pasta Nights Are All About

Put the jar back on the shelf.

Revealed: The world's weirdest royal homes

The stories behind the world's quirkiest regal structures.

7 Appliances Frugal Homeowners Steer Clear Of

Frugality is not just a financial strategy; it's a lifestyle choice that involves prioritizing value, efficiency, and longevity in every purchase. When it comes to equipping a home, frugal homeowners...

Everything You Need to Know About Cooking Oils

There’s a specific type for all kinds of cooking.

How much can Meghan Markle make from her new 'American Riviera Orchard' brand?

Bet you didn't know these things about pizza!

6 Money Moves the Rich Make To Stay Rich

If you're trying to make more money, studying the rich is a great place to start. Some wealthy people were born into money, while others worked their way to the top. However they got there, many...

The Boring Phone and other unique mobile phones you can buy In 2024

Humans love to be unique. Be it through their fashion choices, eating preferences, the cars they drive or the devices they use, people want to stand out from the crowd. It might seem like a small thing, but having a unique mobile phone in today’s world is a fashion statement. It helps you set yourself apart from the crowd that loves their iPhones or run-of-the-mill Android phones. To help you in your quest to pick a unique phone, we have just...

Hate-watching: why you should stop doing it

In the last decade, “hate-watching” has risen in popularity, becoming the latest trend that has a variety of implications for our health and that of society. Here’s a look at what hate-watching is and why you should probably stop doing it.

Cinderella Tale Gets Horror Comedy Twist With ‘The Ugly Stepsister'; Memento International Boards Sales (EXCLUSIVE)

Memento International has boarded “The Ugly Stepsister,” the ambitious feature debut of Norwegian director Emilie Blichfeldt. The company will kick off sales at this year’s Cannes. Combining comedy and horror, the film is a daring and unexpected take on the world-famous tale, seen through the eyes of the Cinderella’s stepsister, Elvira. The gory film follows […]

20 popular food and drinks going extinct, from chocolate to coffee

Put down your wine glass, fizz lovers: experts are warning of a potential Prosecco shortage due to climate change and urbanisation. Here we examine the details and reveal the other foods and drinks that are at risk of extinction.

These Designer Living Rooms Prove That Minimalism Will Always Be in Style

Always clean, never boring.

Newer generations of men are rejecting feminism, study says

People share their partner's most annoying habits

These hilarious pictures from around the world, and collated by Bored Panda, call out the traits that grate in a domestic setting, leaving even the most patient of partners gritting their teeth.

I Tried 7 Bottled Caesar Dressings and The Best Was Tangy and Creamy

See how seven popular bottled Caesar dressings fared—from a gelatinous glob to a garlicky masterpiece—in our taste test.

I transformed my council house bathroom for under £300

A woman has wowed fellow DIY enthusiasts after unveiling her council house's, revealing her stunning tropical bathroom makeover cost less than £300.

The smallest restaurants in the world where size doesn't matter

Read on as we take a look at some of the world's most special small restaurants.

Our stylist reveals how to dress when all four season come in one day

Wondering how you're meant to wear all of spring's glorious new trends when it feels like a snow-laden Narnia outside one minute and a relatively balmy day the next? Here's our guide...

Could You Possess a ‘Bugs Bunny’ Franklin Half Dollar Worth $5,000? Here’s What To Look For

Benjamin Franklin was a man of many professions and talents -- tradesman, publisher, writer, artist, scientist, inventor, political revolutionary, statesman. Bugs Bunny, on the other hand, is a lazy...