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8 popular diet myths totally debunked

From going gluten free to injecting yourself with hormones, there is always a new fad diet to try. But do they actually work? We take a closer look at some popular methods of losing weight<p><b>Cut out carbs</b><p>Carbohydrates are a traditional dieting nemesis, with starchy foods such as potatoes, bread and …

Beauty: contouring

‘It’s a trick born in old Hollywood and it certainly works, if you can spare the time’<p>For someone who adores makeup, I find the current craze for contouring a bit saddening. It appears that not only were our arses too fat and our mons pubis too hairy, but now our heads are the wrong shape, too, and …

Karmen Pedaru Goes Sheer in Francesco Scognamiglio Spring 2015 Ads

Following up her sensual fall campaign, Karmen Pedaru returns as the face of Francesco Scognamiglio’s spring-summer 2015 advertisements. The Estonian …

Daria Strokous, Sasha Luss Star in Oscar de la Renta’s Colorful Spring 2015 Ads

Captured in Miami, Florida, the spring-summer 2015 campaign from Oscar de la Renta taps photographer Steve Hiett to shoot a colorful set of images. …

Shay Mitchell Shares Cool Vacation Style in Bali

Taking a trip to Bali, Indonesia, “Pretty Little Liars” actress Shay Mitchell shared with her over 5 million Instagram followers some stylish …

Heather Marks Covers Glow & Talks Working with Steven Meisel

Canadian model Heather Marks is the latest cover star of <i>Glow Magazine</i>, making an appearance on the February-March 2015 issue. In the image …

Lara Stone Poses in Underwear for #mycalvins Image

Only a week after her controversial, Justin Bieber co-starring Calvin Klein advertisements were revealed, Lara Stone wears the brand again in a new …

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Star Dakota Johnson Lands Vogue Cover Shoot

Actress Dakota Johnson lands her very first <i>Vogue US</i> cover for the magazine’s February 2015 issue. Star of the highly anticipated “Fifty Shades of …

How to style flares

Whether you're aiming for a preppy or bohemian vibe, nail spring's Seventies trend by stepping out in a pair of statement flares<p><i>Preppy</i><br>Denim can be a powerful tool in the workplace, provided you steer clear from ripped drainpipe territory. Pair a sharp, tailored blazer with a pair of denim jeans and …

U.S. Stocks End Lower

Dow, S&P 500 Still Post Weekly Gains After ECB Move<p>U.S. stocks fell Friday, giving up some ground after four sessions of gains that had lifted the S&P 500 to its highest close of the year.<p>The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 141.38 points, or 0.8%, to 17672.60.<p>The S&P 500 fell 11.33 points, or …

In New Emails, Madoff Defends His Dead Sons

Despite a federal criminal investigation in which 15 people were convicted and a major bank paid a multibillion dollar penalty, Bernard Madoff is still insisting he acted alone in his epic fraud.<p>The assertion comes in a series of e-mails to CNBC and NBC from the federal prison where Madoff is …

Top Manhattan prosecutor will challenge landmark insider trading case

<i>[Update:</i> <i>Late Friday, U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara filed the petition anticipated in this article.]</i><p>Today Manhattan U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara will ask …

The 5 New Beauty Products We Can't Stop Talking About

A first for the brand (this is their debut wax-free offering when it comes to gel lippies), these gorgeous lipsticks give loads of hydration in …

Nail art looks to inspire your next at-home manicure

25 images<p>If you're looking for nail art inspiration, look no further<p>While we wouldn’t say no to a Chanel black quilted caviar double flap bag, …

16 signs it’s time to start looking for a new job

Now is the time of year we all start dreaming of throwing it all in and going travelling or writing that novel. Here's our checklist to help you …

Gucci Vs. Versace

<b>Campbell, Naomi</b><br>Guest starred on <i>Empire</i>, the TV show that featured a blowjob bib last week.<p><b>Camuto, Vince</b><br>The legendary footwear designer passed away at age 78.<p><b>Chanel</b><br>Plans to hold fashion shows this year in New York, Rome, Seoul, and Paris, of course. Made a deal with Delta.<p><b>Cooper, Bradley</b><br>Revealed that …

Harun Mehmedinović • Jan 21, 2015 at 3:59pm UTC

King Abdullah Laid to Rest

40 Movies About Photography Every Photographer Should Watch - Resource

Adam SherwinJuly 10, 2014<p>Film making and photography go hand-in-hand. In film making, the art of cinematography is lost with photography. The skill …

What Outdoor Photos Would Look Like with Other Stars and Planets as Our Sun and Moon

The photo illustration above shows what a photo of a sunset here on Earth would look like if the sun were replaced with Arcturus, one of the …

6 Things You Should Never Ever Store in the Garage

Protect your belongings and yourself with these safe rules for storage.<p><i>This story originally appeared on GoodHousekeeping.com.</i><p>We're guessing your decluttering strategy is something like this: No place for it inside? Put it in the garage.<p>But the truth is, your garage isn't a great catch-all storage …

This Just Might Be the Rustic Fairytale Home of Our Dreams

This castle-cabin combo is simply breathtaking.<p>Sometimes our taste in real estate is a bit contradictory around here. We go gaga for grand, centuries-old English castles, and but totally swoon over super-cozy cabins, too. So this home, which we spotted on Curbed Ski, checks all the right boxes: …

Why Diners Are More Important Than Ever

So there I was, sitting at the counter of the Lexington Candy Shop, not really trying to mind my own business. I was thoroughly enjoying my pancakes with crispy edges, my softly scrambled eggs made in a pan, and my still-pliant bacon with still more crispy edges, when I overheard the following …

Just Back: Paris

Nat Geo Travel associate producer <b>Megan Heltzel</b> (on Twitter and Instagram @MeganHeltzel) recently returned from a trip to <b>Paris</b>. Though it was her second visit to the French capital, this trip was especially memorable because she returned home engaged to be married!<p><b>Here are some of the high points of</b> …

What I wore this week: the belted coat

‘The proper-belt-over-your-coat gives your look the snap you get from a killer heel, but is way more commute-friendly’<p>Coats sometimes come with belts, but they tend to be weedy little belts. The kind that are perfect for pulling your dressing gown close with fumbling morning fingers while you make …