There was a time not so very long ago when attending a special event in a pair of sneakers was a surefire way to flag yourself to your shiny-shoed peers as a sartorial pariah. However, attitudes have shifted in unforeseen ways and what was once the scruffy outlier is now the footwear gold standard. The
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An unlikely bit-player in one of summer’s cinematic dramas has been the humble moustache. Or, to be more precise, the face-furniture attached to actor Henry Cavill. This became an issue because extensive reshoots for Justice League overlapped with the filming of Mission: Impossible – Fallout, for which Cavill had been required to grow a moustache (which
Senior Peloton Instructor Alex Toussaint is speaking up about the impact of racism not only in his life, but in the lives of other Black Americans. In a passionate and heartbreaking video shared to his Instagram account on Wednesday, June 3, the fitness instructor is used his platform to bring attention to the realities of
After nearly a week of protests following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police, former President Barack Obama addressed the country in his first on-camera remarks about the national unrest during an Obama Foundation virtual town hall. Obama began his address by encouraging young people to protest peacefully and vote in every election, including
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In an online shopping frenzy a few weeks ago, I convinced myself that I needed resistance bands in order to complete my home-gym experience. I already had a set of hand weights, an exercise mat, and a drawer full of training-ready sports bras like the UA Infinity Mid Heather Sports Bra ($40), so why wouldn’t
Spencer PlattGetty Images As anti-police brutality protests have broken out across the country after the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, more than 9,000 people have been arrested in connection to these demonstrations—a number that keeps growing every day. While the gatherings have been overwhelmingly peaceful, others have turned chaotic as police made arrests and
image via istockHere’s one way you can help fight anti-Black racism in Canada. By Pahull Bains Date June 3, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Systemic and institutionalized racism is a very real problem here in Canada. Aside from educating yourself on anti-Black racism, supporting Black-owned businesses, attending protests and speaking out about injustice, donating to worthy causes
Vaccines have been a point of contention in recent years, resulting in outbreaks of preventable diseases. But perhaps none has been more stigmatized than the vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US. Because HPV spreads so easily and can have lifelong consequences, it’s important to cut through the
I keep refreshing my social media feed looking for the end of the story. One of the promises of the internet is that if you keep clicking, you’ll see everything. And though I know, we all know, that’s a lie, there are enough small tidbits of closure to keep us scrolling, clicking, reacting, and scrolling
Photography by Renata Kaveh.“I want things to have more of a life span,” says designer Edilou Canedo. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 1, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter We’re all looking for ways to consume style goods more mindfully right now; and it’s something that jewellery brand Cuchara’s founder has been thinking about for years. “In
FLARE asked Black writers to share what they feel is the most pressing issue facing Black women today. This is Toronto-based writer Sharine Taylor’s response I decided to gel down my typically unruly hair. On any other day, I would have worn it in a ponytail, perched high on my head like a crown, but
When it comes to losing belly fat, I always tell people that the best workout to get rid of belly fat doesn’t really exist. I know this is slightly annoying, but hear me out. We’re all unique people with different bodies, which respond to various styles of training differently. There may not be one perfect
The second season of Dirty John—subtitled The Betty Broderick Story—expands on the first season’s themes of lies and gaslighting within marriage while telling an entirely new true crime story. In 1991, Elizabeth “Betty” Broderick was convicted of murdering her ex-husband, medical malpractice lawyer Daniel Broderick, and his new wife Linda Kolkena. The murder was the
Photograph courtesy of Instagram/@MejuriWe’re all in this together. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 2, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter As social media feeds across the world black out today in support of #BlackOutTuesday, we’re taking a look at the Canadian brands that are supporting the Black Lives Matter movement in the fight against police brutality and systemic
There are two sets of sirens. One siren, sharp and constant, is punctuated by the other, which is harsh and honking and sounds like goose calls. It’s an ambulance and a fire truck, probably police. It sounds like danger. I’m listening from a hotel window, looking down from the 17th floor onto the dark, cold,
Summer is here, and no matter which way you cut it, if you’re working out outside, you’re bound to get sweaty. Although a little sweat is to be expected, it doesn’t make it any less annoying. And, depending on where you’re getting sweaty, you run the risk of chafing. One way to avoid discomfort is
This is the longest stretch of downtime that Kiana Ledé has had in a while. With four EPs and one critically-acclaimed album, Kiki, 2020 was primed for a Kiana takeover. But, in a season where staying home is the new normal, she’s giving herself the time and space to just be. Turn on your KianaCam,
You might be confused by the news that Dirty John, Bravo’s hit adaptation of the Los Angeles Times true crime podcast, is getting a season 2. The ending of the show’s first season, which followed the true story of John Meehan and the wealthy family he terrorized, did not leave many loose ends. Though season
Photo by Arindam Shivaani/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesIf you’re a non-Black person who has never fully engaged with the reality of systemic racism due to your own privilege, it’s on you to educate yourself. By Pahull Bains Date June 1, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter The past week has been a heavy one. The reality of anti-Black racism
There’s no denying that losing weight can be hard and frustrating. It takes commitment, hard work, and, for many, a complete lifestyle makeover. But armed with these 51 techniques, losing weight suddenly becomes easier. If you’re looking for quick fixes or a lose-10-pounds-in-10-days kind of promise, then you’ve come to the wrong place. But if
If you need mental health assistance right now, call the NAMI Helpline at 800-950-NAMI or text “NAMI” to 741741. Black lives matter, and so does Black mental health. The Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health reports that African Americans are 10 percent more likely to experience serious psychological distress. At the same time,
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When I was in college, I was diagnosed with depression. I had suspected that I had depression as a teenager, but chalked it up to hormones and teenage angst. As I got older, things got considerably worse, and I found myself feeling sad and struggling with suicidal ideation. I sought therapy and medication in my
