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A few years ago, 23-year-old Jay Mishra decided not to burst firecrackers after seeing his grandmother suffering from the constant noise of firecrackers. For expression only (HT file photo) His determination continues today, as he not only refrains from buying firecrackers every Diwali, but also campaigns among his family and friends to stop or reduce the number of firecrackers they buy. “I have seen some negative effects of firecrackers on human health, including the elderly and children. After reading some news, I also understood the negative effects of firecrackers on the environment, so I stopped using them completely. ,” Mishra…
Are you on the go this holiday season? Are you planning your next jet trip? Don’t forget to pack all your beauty and health essentials. From universal voltage hairstyling tools to TSA-friendly beauty items, here are the 16 essentials I always carry with me. Dyson Corrale™ Styler Straightener | $499Dyson Dyson Corrale is one of a kind when it comes to hair stylers and I’m obsessed with the stunning special edition Strawberry Bronze colorway. There’s nothing else like this wireless styler. It guides each strand of hair through the bending plate so you don’t miss a single spot and still…
The Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) Terwilliger Housing Center has selected Florida’s Live Local Act as the recipient of the 2024 ULI Robert C. Larson Housing Policy Leadership Award.The award was created in 2011 to honor the late Robert C. Larson, former president of the ULI Foundation and longtime ULI board member. The Larson Award is part of the Terwilliger Center’s Housing Awards Program, which recognizes exemplary state and local programs and policies that support the production, restoration, and preservation of affordable workforce housing.Florida’s Live Local law, which goes into effect in July 2023, will be the largest housing investment in…
Last year, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a 3% decline in drug overdose deaths, the largest decline in five years. Officials called the numbers “encouraging” but stopped short of saying the decline was a sign of a larger trend.But now, with drug overdose deaths continuing to decline through the first five months of 2024, public health officials may have reason to believe that the 2023 decline is more than just an anomaly.Preliminary estimates of drug overdose deaths decreased by 12.7% from May 2023 to May 2024, from a record high of 111,029 in 2022 to…
they are asking questions. As young voters flock to vote for the next president, they’re also fueling a new trend in true Gen Z fashion. The TikTok-savvy generation has been writing meme suggestions on their ballots and flaunting them online. As young voters go to the polls, some are making jokes out of civic duty. AFP (via Getty Images) Content creator Braden Boyko wrote Twitch streamer Dream on his ballot, posted a photo of it on X, and joked, “Go vote, this is the most important election of our lifetimes.” Ta. On TikTok, a recently resurfaced clip of another voter…
This summer I tried on a coat in a stunning shade of red. I was really looking forward to receiving it in the mail, but when it finally arrived I was very disappointed. The Reiss coat was part of Nordstrom’s anniversary sale, so I was over the moon to get such a big-ticket item at a discount. But in person, it was a failure (well, maybe in the pictures too). It has no lining, it’s super itchy, it’s cheaply made, and it’s not even worth the sale price (I mean… there’s a reason it’s still in stock). Reese Wool Blend…
The 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City brought us some glamorous fashion moments, combining bold designs, red carpet risks, and a few surprises. Addison Rae managed to wow with a custom Thom Browne look. After her VMA bridal outfit, this gray corset and iridescent plaid mermaid dress combo was a refreshing change. But those towering hoof-like platform shoes blocked my path. Coco Rocha channels her love of drama with her denim Cobi Halperin Spring 2025 jacket and skirt accented with ombre feathers, and more feathers added to her leather gloves. Coco’s approach as a model has a photoshoot-like…
Cameron Brink of the Los Angeles Sparks has been appointed as Urban Decay’s brand ambassador. The beauty brand, which also sponsors WNBA teams, announced the news on Wednesday. “Partnering with Urban Decay is very important to me because it means investing in authenticity, not just beauty,” Brink said in a statement. “Their commitment to individuality and originality aligns perfectly with my values and inspires consumers to embrace their uniqueness.” As part of the multi-year partnership, Blink will represent the brand visually and on social media with a focus on promoting Urban Decay’s 24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencil and All Nighter Setting…
As winter approaches, the search for expensive outerwear has begun in earnest. When considering a new coat or jacket, I often look to my favorite fashion figures for inspiration, and there’s one particular style that’s been popping up on my Instagram feed a lot lately. Introducing a shearling jacket that’s equally cozy and chic. Popularized by luxury brands such as Toteme, this jacket trend has proven to be practical, not to mention stylish and extremely versatile.We’ve seen shearling jackets paired with everything from casual knit dresses and jeans to dressy leather pants and slip dresses. However, luxury versions made from…
Japan’s Tokyo High Court ruled Wednesday that banning same-sex marriage is unconstitutional.The ruling echoes a similar ruling handed down by the Sapporo High Court in March, and it is important to note that the decision to marry in Japan, the only country among the Group of Seven (G7) countries that does not yet legally recognize same-sex marriage, This is an important step in the movement for equality.The court called the decision “groundless legal discrimination based on sexual orientation” and said the law violates the constitutional rights to equality, personal dignity and equality between men and women.In its ruling, the court…