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I Was Double Dosed On The Morning After Pill Because Of My Weight

When 26-year-old curve model Lucy Bennett broke a pandemic-imposed dry spell in her sex life, she was pretty delighted. But any initial excitement turned to anxiety when a mishap with the condom meant she might be in danger of becoming pregnant, something she very much did not want to do. […]

The Iconic Home Alone House Is Available On Airbnb… For One Night Only

First the stunning villa from House of Gucci was listed on Airbnb; now the iconic Home Alone house is bookable, too. Well, kind of. The instantly recognisable family home, which is situated in the Chicago suburb of Winnetka, is available to rent for one night only on 12th December. It’s […]

A Week In New York, NY, On A $160,000 Salary

A Week In New York, NY, On A $160,000 Salary

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar.Today: a UX/UI manager who makes $160,000 per year and spends some of her money this […]

This Is How Much “Bad” First Dates Cost You A Year

There’s one thing worse than a bad first date – a bad first date where you spent more than you wanted to. It’s not just the fact you’ve “invested” in someone you’ll probably never see again, but the realisation that you could have spent that money on quality time with […]

I Want To Spend Half My Salary On Rent. Will I Regret It?

Welcome to Taking Stock, a space where we can take a deep breath and try to figure out what the COVID-19 economy really means for our finances. Every month, personal finance expert Paco de Leon will answer your most difficult, emotionally charged questions about money. This year has forced many […]

The Great Is Back On UK Screens With Even More Bloodshed (& Gillian Anderson)

If you’re someone who likes their historical dramas to stick to the facts, The Great probably doesn’t rank highly on your list of favourite period pieces. However if, like us, you take your true stories with a dash of panache, then it’s almost certain that you binged the first series […]

Lady Gaga Just Gave An Honest Critique Of Her Performance In The Sopranos

Lady Gaga is currently building Oscar buzz for her brilliant performance in House of Gucci, one of this year’s most stylish movies. In the buzzy crime biopic, Gaga transforms into Patrizia Reggiani, a woman who married into the rich and wealthy Gucci clan, but was never fully accepted. If she […]

Etsy Just Revealed Its Home Decor Trends For 2022

Etsy Just Revealed Its Home Decor Trends For 2022

With winter setting in and another lockdown possibly coming our way, we’re getting into all things cosy and home-y. By now, we know that interior design can boost your mental health, so it pays to make the most of your space if you’re planning on spending more time indoors. With […]

Your December Horoscope Is Here, & These Dates Are Setting You Free

Your December Horoscope Is Here, & These Dates Are Setting You Free

December kicks off with clarity, as dreamy Neptune ends its retrograde journey on December 1. During the planet’s backward dance, which began on June 25 in Pisces, our creative senses were awakened; when Neptune goes direct again, we’ll be able to make use of all that we learned. Soon after, […]

Is Mushroom “Leather” The Future Of Sustainable Fashion? It’s Complicated

Is Mushroom “Leather” The Future Of Sustainable Fashion? It’s Complicated

In October, Stella McCartney’s spring 2022 show opened with the voice of American mycologist Paul Stamets. It wasn’t the first time the British designer referenced fungi in her work. McCartney, known for pioneering sustainability in fashion and using cruelty-free materials in her work, previously unveiled a sports bra and leggings […]