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Why Vanessa Bryant Just Ended Kobe’s Most Famous Endorsement Emma Mcintyre/Getty Images By Phoebe McRae/April 20, 2021 11:16 am EST Fans of NBA superstar Kobe Bryant may be surprised to learn that his wife Vanessa Bryant has decided not to renew his famous partnership with sports giant Nike. During an April 19, 2021 interview with ESPN, Vanessa explained, “Kobe’s Nike contract expired on 4/13/21. Kobe and Nike have made some of the most beautiful basketball shoes of all time, worn and adored by fans and athletes in all sports across the globe....

A study found that cheaters were more likely to cheat again Shutterstock In an interview with Cosmopolitan, Dr. Justin Lehmiller, a research fellow at the Kinsey Institute (which published the study on serial cheating), said, “That study was the first that gave us any scientific insight into whether there’s any truth to the idea of ‘once a cheater, always a cheater.’ It’s one of those things where there’s a kernel of truth to it....

Body Language Expert Noticed Thomas Vinterberg Did A Telling Thing During His Oscar Speech Pool/Getty Images By Hanna Claeson/April 25, 2021 9:53 pm EST Danish director, Thomas Vinterberg, who accepted the 2021 Oscar for Best International Film, did so for his daughter, Ida. Ida was supposed to star in the Oscar-winning movie, “Another Round,” but she died in a car crash before she could. “Someone was looking at a cellphone. We miss her and we love her,” the Oscar-winning director said in his acceptance speech (via Decider)....

Comforter Vs. Quilt: Which Is Best For You? Shutterstock By Paige McBride/June 7, 2021 2:16 pm EST When the seasons change, so does your bedding. While this may not be the rule of thumb for everyone, choosing a top blanket for your bed can be quite specific. Depending on how hot or cold you run while you sleep, different options can work better for different people. Before you spend hundreds of dollars on your bed topper, it’s wise to do your research and find the material and type you like....

Here’s What It Really Means When You Have Swollen Lymph Nodes Shutterstock By Zrinka Peters/May 27, 2021 5:43 pm EST Getting an infection of any kind is never fun. Besides feeling achy, tired, feverish, or dealing with a sore throat, there’s another symptom you might notice when you’re fighting something – swollen lymph nodes. Lymph nodes, aka lymph glands, are part of the body’s lymphatic system – a network of hundreds of glands and vessels that carry lymphatic fluid throughout the body....

Here’s Why Reformation Clothes Are So Expensive Shutterstock By Caitlin Flynn/April 5, 2021 6:23 pm EST If you don’t own at least one piece of clothing from Reformation, chances are you’ve contemplated splurging on one of their dresses (known for being perfect wedding attire), crop tops, or sweatshirts. Unfortunately having a wardrobe full of Reformation clothes is unrealistic for the average woman because of the brand’s high price points. But why exactly is Reformation so expensive?...

Here’s Why Veronica Mars Was Really Canceled The CW By Joey Keogh/March 11, 2021 9:33 am EST For three glorious seasons, Veronica Mars had us all hooked on the devious goings-on in the fictional town of Neptune, California. The titular character, a teenage sleuth who worked alongside her P.I. father to solve crimes while also dealing with the pressures of high school, became an instant feminist icon thanks in large part to actress Kristen Bell’s sarcastic, deadpan delivery....

Here’s Why You’re Not Having Any Dreams Shutterstock By Alice Broster/March 12, 2021 1:08 pm EST Waking up and recalling a fantastical dream can be one of the most fun things to do in the morning. According to Healthline, there’s no conclusive reason as to why we dream, but you’re most likely to drop off into a fantastical land during REM sleep, or the rapid eye movement stage. However, sometimes you don’t dream at all, and it could say everything about the quality of sleep you’re getting....

How The Pandemic Has Changed The Way We Shop Forever Shutterstock By Brianna Thomas/May 24, 2021 1:55 pm EST With store closures and stay-at-home orders, the popularity of e-commerce rose during the pandemic. In fact, according to IBM’s U.S. Retail Index, the shift from in-person shopping to digital shopping was accelerated by about five years (via TechCrunch). Malls, in particular, have been struggling during the time of the coronavirus, as 25% of them are expected to close in the United States over the next five years, according to a CoreSight Research report....

Sean Murray’s weight loss made NCIS fans worry Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images Sean Murray made some changes to his physical appearance that had his fans worried. He lost an ample amount of weight during the show’s seventh season, and the transformation prompted viewers to speculate on the sudden change. In an interview with Studio 10, Murray talked about his new diet and binging on food during filming. “So you really try and watch yourself and take care of yourself when you can....

Nikki Bella Just Thanked Her Ex John Cena. Here’s Why David Livingston/Getty Images By Amanda Lynne/April 8, 2021 4:50 pm EST Nikki Bella accepted a huge honor this week alongside her twin sister Brie Bella and she wasn’t afraid to thank all of the people who helped her accomplish the goal, including her former fiancé, John Cena. Nikki and John first began dating back in 2012 and moved in together the following year as they both continued to focus on their professional wrestling careers (via Insider)....

Paul McCartney Almost Played This Role In Friends Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images By Lex Gabrielle/June 16, 2021 10:51 am EST When it comes to icons and living legends, Sir Paul McCartney reigns supreme in that category. The former Beatles frontman has made a name for himself, not only amongst the older generation, but also amongst the younger generation, too. Not only did McCartney make a name for himself and dominate the entire music industry decades ago, he even continued his career and broke into current music with Rihanna and Kanye West (via NME)....

Bruce Lansbury was a producer for shows like Murder, She Wrote and Wonder Woman Instagram Actually, Bruce Lansbury was a producer for Murder, She Wrote. That’s right, the beloved TV show that earned Angela 12 consecutive Emmy nominations was a family affair (via Emmys). Bruce joined as a producer in the show’s ninth season and ended up writing 15 episodes, according to the New York Daily News. Before that, Bruce had been a producer on shows including The Wild Wild West, Wonder Woman, and Knight Rider....

There’s A Reason Aldi Makes You Use A Quarter For A Shopping Cart Bloomberg/Getty Images By Rachel Dillin/April 3, 2021 6:55 pm EST If you regularly shop at Aldi, you probably have something you call your “Aldi quarter.” That’s because to use a cart while shopping at the German discount retailer, you have to place a quarter in the slot to remove your buggy from the corral (via Reader’s Digest). At first, it can be a big surprise, but since you get your coin back when you return your cart, it quickly becomes a habit, and you might even keep the quarter in a particular location just for shopping at Aldi....

Think Twice Before Buying Vitamins And Supplements At Walmart Shutterstock By Azure Hall/May 23, 2021 3:15 pm EST It’s tempting to grab everything you need while already in a big box store. If you’re there for bread, but remember that you’re out of laundry detergent, you grab it. And the same goes for vitamins. You’re shopping for healthy snacks and think, “Why not throw some vitamin D in there since it’s the spring and my body is running low on it?...

This Is How Much Michaela Coel Is Worth Shutterstock By Camila Barbeito/April 28, 2021 1:18 pm EST It’s no secret Michaela Coel is one of the entertainment industry’s biggest powerhouses. She stunned audiences with her critically-acclaimed 2020 HBO series, “I May Destroy You” (which she wrote) and her 2015 Netflix show, “Chewing Gum,” that put her on the map. As writer, director, and producer of several of her shows (via IMDb), the London-born creator of Ghanaian descent is known for drawing in viewers with both shock and emotion....

This Is Ruth Madoff’s Net Worth Today YouTube By Agnes Erickson/April 15, 2021 11:46 am EST The widow of recently deceased Bernie Madoff, Ruth Madoff, had previously lived a life of so much luxury, it could only be compared to the kind of wealth featured in the popular HBO series Succession. But in Ruth’s case, her lavish life certainly came crashing down when her husband, Bernie, was found guilty for what is now known as one of the largest Ponzi schemes in history (via USA Today)....

This Is What Attracted Prince Philip To Queen Elizabeth Wpa Pool/Getty Images By Christine-Marie Liwag Dixon/April 14, 2021 1:10 pm EST The relationship between Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth has long been regarded as a strong one. The two were teenagers when they first met and, while Prince Philip was, at 18, too old for the 13-year-old princess at that first introduction, it didn’t take long for the young royal to fall for him....

This Unlikely Ingredient May Be An Effective Remedy For Acne Shutterstock By Paige McBride/April 15, 2021 2:13 pm EST You may remember chlorophyll from your high school biology class as an important part of a plant’s reproductive cycle. But, later in life, you probably haven’t had much use for it outside of a science lab. Recently, however, liquid chlorophyll is actually becoming a stand-out treatment for acne and a staple in the wellness world — gracing different tinctures and tonics while touting some serious skin-saving benefits....

The Big Bang Theory almost didn’t happen Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images Though it went on to have a successful run of 12 seasons, The Big Bang Theory almost didn’t get picked up by a network. The Hollywood Reporter reported that Steve Holland, showrunner for a time during the production of the hit TV series, stated that the show’s producers didn’t really think it would amount to anything even close to what it turned out to be....