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Plus size model reveals the truth behind beautiful lingerie snaps on InstagramIn the modern fashion industry, transparency and authenticity are two of the biggest buzz words going. The rise of the body-positive movement, particularly on Instagram, has seen fashion companies be pressured into leaving their photos un-airbrushed, with certain retailers including stretch marks on their advertisement campaigns. This notion of authenticity…3 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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Human Ken Doll's father threatens to cut him out of his will if he dresses like a woman againRodrigo Alves, who is more commonly known as the Human Ken Doll, has become famous for his extreme appearance and multiple cosmetic procedures. The 34-year-old from Brazil has become a reality TV star, with people being divided on their appearance. Of course, given the nature of their look, there are…4 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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Gay dating app Grindr has been sharing whether its users are HIV-positiveIn the aftermath of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, more and more social media users have been forced to question how Silicon Valley corporations exploit their personal data in the name of turning a profit. This curiosity is all the more merited since this data has been proven to have been…5 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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This woman's modelling career was launched by a single Instagram postInstagram addiction is a real thing, and I doubt I need to tell you why spending hours endlessly scrolling past the memes, puppies and perfectly peachy behinds isn't doing you any good. However, one woman's world was turned around after a single Instagram post helped launch her professional modelling career.…4 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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This woman sculpted a seriously peachy butt without doing a single squat, and here's howStep into any gym these days and you'll notice most girls in there are doing squats, lunges and those moves that make you look like you're a dog peeing against a fire hydrant (funnily enough, they're actually called 'Fire Hydrants'). Why? Well, because everyone wants a booty. I imagine 10…4 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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A glimpse inside the matriarchal societies where women rule the roostYou've heard the song, you've got the t-shirt, you've probably tried the dance - but if you really think about it, it's kind of hard to argue that girls actually do "Run the World". For at least the last thousand years, cultures all over the world have been dominated by…5 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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This is how easy it is to become a fake Instagram influencerWhile most of us know that Instagram can be a deceptive place, filled with perfectly curated images of perfect lives, it's hard to say sometimes what's fake and what isn't. A few weeks ago, one Instagrammer showed how easy it was to trick people on the platform by faking an…4 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
Lifestyle
People are getting engagement ring piercings, and people don't know what to thinkOn average, people spend around $5,871 on their engagement ring, according to a survey by The Knot. And with some jewellers starting their engagement ring range with prices as high as $40,000, it's not surprising that people are seeking alternatives to the traditional signifier of your betrothal. Some people opt for more…3 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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Someone told this woman they "couldn't believe" she landed her husband, and her response is epic"Drew is a babe," wedding photographer Jenna Kutcher says of her husband. "I know that, I see that, I love that and to me, he’s the most handsome man on the planet. Since I’ve always struggled with weight, it’s sometimes hard being married to a man with muscles and a…3 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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Here’s why you won’t find any strange baby names in DenmarkEvery September, teachers across the country await the arrival of their new class registers with anticipation. It’s not necessarily that they care which students are in their classes, rather what they are called. The big question: who’s got the stupidest name this year? From the little bit tacky to the…6 minutes read
Nicola A.
7 years ago
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#DisabledAndCute: 7 inspiring body positive movements you've never heard ofSocial media, rightly or wrongly, gets a bad rep sometimes. Despite warnings that it may be linked to mental health conditions, encourage loneliness, and even prove a threat to personal security, adults in the US still spend on average two hours per day trawling through their various feeds. Yes, we're a…5 minutes read
Nicola A.
8 years ago
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9 signs you're turning into your motherOnce in a while, you’ll hear yourself say something and instantly think: “Did those words really just come out of my mouth?” Whether it's grumbling over the skimpiness of some girl's shorts, or finding yourself having an animated conversation about your dream bathroom, there are certain points at which you…5 minutes read
Nicola A.
8 years ago
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