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Exclusive | I modernized my grandma’s vintage wedding dress for my own big day — trolls tell me I ‘Shein-ified’ a family heirloom but she loved it

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Exclusive | I modernized my grandma’s vintage wedding dress for my own big day — trolls tell me I ‘Shein-ified’ a family heirloom but she loved it

She turned something old into something new. Brittany Dalena, a Fresno, California bride, repurposed a third-generation wedding dress from her grandmother into a two-piece set. The vintage ivory gown covered in paisley prints, originally worn by her grandmother and then passed down to her mother, was transformed into Dalena’s rehearsal dress. “The dress is about … Read more

I loved vaping — until my lungs collapsed and black goo poured out of me

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I loved vaping — until my lungs collapsed and black goo poured out of me

A young Ohio woman was so addicted to vaping that she showered and slept with an e-cigarette — until she nearly died when her lungs collapsed and black goo poured out of her. Now, she’s warning others to steer clear of vaping. Her message comes amid estimates there are 82 million vapers worldwide. “I wouldn’t wish … Read more

3 Doors Down singer stops show to share message of Christian faith: ‘You are loved’

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3 Doors Down singer stops show to share message of Christian faith: ‘You are loved’

The lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down paused a recent show to share a message about the love of Jesus with thousands of fans. The band, perhaps best known for its 2000 hit song “Kryptonite,” was performing at Hersheypark Stadium in Pennsylvania on August 23, when singer Brad Arnold decided to share the uplifting … Read more

I went on a family cruise for people who hate family cruises – and loved every minute

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I went on a family cruise for people who hate family cruises – and loved every minute

If you’re like me and have long been cruise-curious – but also terrified of paying good money to end up trapped on something akin to a floating casino – I want to tell you about one of the most special weekends of my life.  The month is July and I have been invited to spend a weekend cruising around on … Read more

I let my baby hang in a DIY airplane hammock — haters say it’s dangerous, but she loved it

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I let my baby hang in a DIY airplane hammock — haters say it’s dangerous, but she loved it

This mommy hack was a swing and a miss. Absolutely no one likes a crying baby on an airplane.  So, to soothe her nine-month-old during a 4,000-mile flight from Brazil to Miami, Florida, a beauty influencer built the babe a handmade hammock, tying a blanket between a few empty seats. Figueira claims her baby was in the handmade … Read more

Don’t say these 16 things to loved ones with dementia, experts warn

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Don’t say these 16 things to loved ones with dementia, experts warn

Dementia may be a disease of the mind, but its effects can be highly emotional. Those suffering from cognitive decline can experience frequent changes in emotions and have less control over their feelings, according to the Alzheimer’s Society — which can make communication difficult. “Most people do not have regular interactions with those living with dementia, … Read more

Houston rapper and producer BeatKing dead at 39: ‘It is truly sad, we loved him so much’

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Houston rapper and producer BeatKing dead at 39: ‘It is truly sad, we loved him so much’

The rap world has lost one of its own. Well-known Houston rapper BeatKing, also known as Justin Riley, has died at age 39. A rep for BeatKing, Tasha Felder, revealed the artist passed away in a Houston, Texas, hospital on Thursday after suffering a pulmonary embolism, per TMZ. BeatKing attends the “Trapper of the Year” art … Read more

Exclusive | Long live DeathTech: The futuristic ways grieving people are memorializing their loved ones

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Exclusive | Long live DeathTech: The futuristic ways grieving people are memorializing their loved ones

Hannah the Malamute was always there for Candace Nixon.  The 35-year-old marketing agency owner from Austin, TX adopted her dog when she was a puppy and during their 13 years together, Hannah was always at her side, through four different cities, nine house moves, five jobs, college and everything that life threw at her through her … Read more

Sock shoes are the latest odd footwear trend loved by celebs: ‘It gives good strange’

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Sock shoes are the latest odd footwear trend loved by celebs: ‘It gives good strange’

This unorthodox footwear is a shoe-in to be the hottest in Hollywood this season. Sock shoes — which are, as the name implies, shoes that look like socks — are the controversial footwear suddenly and bewilderingly preferred by comfort-chic-loving celebrities like Rihanna and Matty Healy. The sight of bare socks hitting the pavement is jarring, … Read more

Dear Abby: I’ve never loved my husband like I should, but I do love my old flame

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Dear Abby: I’ve never loved my husband like I should, but I do love my old flame

DEAR ABBY: I have been married to “George” for 35 years. I was pregnant when I married. We had dated only five months. We came from families that believed you had to “do the right thing” and get married. I love my husband, but never as deeply as I thought I should.  I had feelings … Read more

Dear Abby: How do I tell my loved ones that I’m dying?

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Dear Abby: How do I tell my loved ones that I’m dying?

DEAR ABBY: Recently, I have been diagnosed with a type of blood cancer with a life expectancy of two to eight years. My question is, how do I let people know? I have told a few close friends and asked them not to tell others until I get a few things settled. I have also … Read more

I gave my wife a champagne shower at our wedding — haters say I ruined our $200K ceremony but I know she loved it

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I gave my wife a champagne shower at our wedding — haters say I ruined our 0K ceremony but I know she loved it

Party foul! An overenthusiastic groom came under fire after opening a magnum of champagne and bathing his blushing bride in a seemingly unexpected barrage of bubbly — an act that many critics felt ruined an otherwise gorgeous wedding. Onlookers at the celebration of love, held at an exclusive resort on Italy’s Lake Como, shouted in horror … Read more

Paige Bueckers loved former UConn teammate’s visa-inspired pregame look

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Paige Bueckers loved former UConn teammate’s visa-inspired pregame look

Paige Bueckers loved Nika Mühl’s visa-inspired T-shirt the Storm rookie guard sported before an 85-83 win over Caitlin Clark and the Fever on Wednesday. Mühl — a Croatian-born guard who was teammates with Bueckers at UConn — made her WNBA debut at Climate Pledge Arena after she was unable to play in Seattle’s first four … Read more

Dabney Coleman, Actor Audiences Loved to Hate, Is Dead at 92

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Dabney Coleman, Actor Audiences Loved to Hate, Is Dead at 92

Dabney Coleman, an award-winning television and movie actor best known for his over-the-top portrayals of garrulous, egomaniacal characters, died on Thursday at his home in Santa Monica, Calif. He was 92. His daughter Quincy Coleman confirmed the death in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter on Friday. No cause was cited. Mr. Coleman was equally … Read more

Bill Belichick let it rip at NFL Draft — and fans loved it

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Bill Belichick let it rip at NFL Draft — and fans loved it

Bill Belichick saved his personality for his post-coaching career. Belichick, known for his gruff demeanor and teeth-pulling press conferences during his tenure with the Patriots, earned strong reviews for his NFL Draft analysis Thursday night. The six-time Super Bowl champion head coach analyzed picks as part of “The Pat McAfee Show.” “Thoroughly enjoying Bill Belichick … Read more

Queen Elizabeth ‘loved when things went wrong,’ according to longtime aide — here’s why

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Queen Elizabeth ‘loved when things went wrong,’ according to longtime aide — here’s why

Even the Queen leaned into the royal craziness. “The Queen had no ego, she was so comfortable in herself, yet she loved it when things went wrong,” Samantha Cohen, a former staffer of the late royal, claimed to The Herald Sun. “If a cake was not cutting, or a plaque didn’t unveil, because everything was … Read more

4 things nobody tells you about watching a loved one die of cancer

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4 things nobody tells you about watching a loved one die of cancer

Life is sadly not as Hollywood portrays it to be. Many people may think that when they walk into a hospital, they’re on an episode of “Grey’s Anatomy,” but that is far from reality. Kate Middleton likely learned this all too well when she was diagnosed with cancer after having “major abdominal surgery” in January. … Read more

Dear Abby: I haven’t loved my boyfriend since we had our child together

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Dear Abby: I haven’t loved my boyfriend since we had our child together

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been with the same guy for almost five years. I was madly in love with him the first three years, but after I had my daughter, things slowly changed. We haven’t been intimate in a while. I had some female issues I wanted to take care of, plus I’m not physically attracted … Read more

Dear Abby: I want to marry my rich boyfriend, but he’s never loved anyone middle-class

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Dear Abby: I want to marry my rich boyfriend, but he’s never loved anyone middle-class

DEAR ABBY: I am in a relationship with a man of substantial means. I’m well-educated, but never made a lot of money from my education. My money comes from a relationship I had with a man who died a year and a half ago.  I think I may be in love with my current beau, … Read more

These are the most loved — and most hated — slang words in NYC

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These are the most loved — and most hated — slang words in NYC

New York City is the trendsetter for food, fashion and slang words — but sometimes the choices are so cringe. A new survey conducted by Wordtips revealed the most loved and hated slang words in NYC and 13 other areas with “distinct dialects,” including Hawaii, Philadelphia, Boston and New Jersey. They relied on UrbanDictionary.com to evaluate the … Read more