Thursday, 30 November 2017

When Even a Toddler Can Tell You Don’t Belong


By KATHERINE HEINY from NYT Style http://ift.tt/2AkD5tf

All That Glitter? It’s Not Good, Critics Say


By JACEY FORTIN from NYT Style http://ift.tt/2itNwUH

Real-life 'Corpse Bride': Extreme plastic surgery or scary prosthetics?


Real-life 'Corpse Bride': Extreme plastic surgery or scary prosthetics?



She claims she wanted to look like Angelina Jolie.

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Single daughter’s hilarious Christmas card goes viral


Single daughter’s hilarious Christmas card goes viral



"During the holiday season everybody has this idea that you need to be with somebody, but just embrace being you!” the funny 20-year-old said.

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The Final Draw in numbers

With more than 3000 people descending on the 4000m2 of the Starte Kremlin Palace in Moscow, there are plenty of big numbers surrounding the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, though the key stats are arguably much smaller.



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Lineker: The World Cup is very special

In the lead-up to the Russia 2018 Final Draw, legendary England striker Gary Lineker shared his views with FIFA.com on Friday’s ceremony and next year’s big event.



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Coaching quartet voice Final Draw hopes

FIFA.com spoke with four coaches ahead of Friday’s Final Draw at the State Kremlin Palace and asked them what they are hoping for from the event.

from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /worldcup/news/y=2017/m=11/news=coaching-quartet-voice-final-draw-hopes-2922017-2922092.html

Burger King launches Flamin’ Hot Mac n’ Cheetos


Burger King launches Flamin’ Hot Mac n’ Cheetos



The portable snack is back, and spicier than ever.

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Forever 21 sued by former employee for $2 million after hidden bathroom video hits porn sites


Forever 21 sued by former employee for $2 million after hidden bathroom video hits porn sites



A former staffer is taking the fast fashion giant to federal court.

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Win a trip to the FIFA World Cup Opening Match

Be in with a chance of winning this trip of a lifetime by entering our exciting competition on the official FIFA World Cup Facebook page!



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Video Vault: Tshabalala opens South Africa 2010 with a bang

In the latest instalment of the FIFA World Cup Video Vault series, FIFA.com looks back on Siphiwe Tshabalala's marvellous Opening Match strike for Bafana Bafana against Mexico at South Africa 2010.

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In India, Ivanka Trump Tried on Some Fashion Diplomacy. Was it a Good Look?


By VANESSA FRIEDMAN from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ArYf9a

This is the most expensive handbag in the world


This is the most expensive handbag in the world



It’s set a record as the priciest handbag ever sold at auction.

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The Tale of My Life (or Yours)


By VICTORIA GOMELSKY from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2Aoww9g

Wednesday, 29 November 2017

Want Your Gift to Impress? Buy Something Heavy


By LIBBY BANKS from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2imT7fk

Carmen Busquets Says: Gifts for the Holidays


By RACHEL GARRAHAN from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2BlROB6

For Wood, It’s Time to Shine


By MING LIU from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2AmmFkd

A Barn, a Cookbook, a Bangle: Gifts That Touched the Heart


By LIBBY BANKS from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2BmZNxZ

It’s Dec. 1, So Start Opening Your Advent Calendar of Beauty


By RACHEL FELDER from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ipe4Xj

Pottery Is the New Pilates, and Macramé Takes Away the Crazy


By PENELOPE GREEN from NYT Style http://ift.tt/2zQYZFs

A Gift of Taste: ‘Claridge’s, The Cookbook’ Peeks Inside Its Kitchen


By SUSANNE FOWLER from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ip7pft

Mom blames plastic surgery addiction on 'selfie dysmorphia'


Mom blames plastic surgery addiction on 'selfie dysmorphia'



A British mom became obsessed with plastic surgery after she started posting more selfies online.

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Everlane Opens Its First Store, and Other Holiday Treats


By ALISON S. COHN from NYT Style http://ift.tt/2AL89TQ

Sick of Millennial Pink? Here’s the Cure


By HAYLEY PHELAN from NYT Style http://ift.tt/2zBz1la

What to Wear to Smash the State


By RICK PAULAS from NYT Style http://ift.tt/2AmPugv

An ‘It’ Flower for a Feminist Moment


By BONNIE WERTHEIM from NYT Style http://ift.tt/2AHET0g

Tite: Individual talent is no longer enough

In the second part of an exclusive interview with FIFA.com, Brazil coach Tite talks about the importance of the Final Draw, the teams he fears the most, and the modern game in general.

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Domino’s launches baby registry for 'hangry' parents-to-be


Domino’s launches baby registry for 'hangry' parents-to-be



All cheesy jokes aside, the registry notably arrives exactly nine months after the pizza chain launched a wedding registry.

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Toddler dress with 'sexy' message draws outrage from parents


Toddler dress with 'sexy' message draws outrage from parents



Parents are livid over the outfit.

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Taking the ‘Lady’ out of the Lady Bag


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Ivanka Trump’s $3,500 dress draws mixed reviews


Ivanka Trump’s $3,500 dress draws mixed reviews



People loathed - and loved - her green floral number.

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Paying Tribute to S.I. Newhouse and His Glamorous Magazine Legacy


By JACOB BERNSTEIN from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2il4BQD

S.I. Newhouse Jr., Remembered: ‘Eager, Never Jaded’


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Russia’s football capital awaits the Final Draw

Without question, the eyes of the footballing world will be on Moscow this week, as the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ takes place on Friday.

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Puyol: I want to give back to society what football has given me

With his glittering playing career now over, FIFA World Cup winner Carles Puyol is determined to help develop the game. We dropped in on a FIFA Legend who is always on the move.



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The Final Draw in numbers

With more than 3000 people descending on the 4000m2 of the Starte Kremlin Palace in Moscow, there are plenty of big numbers surrounding the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, though the key stats are arguably much smaller.



from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /worldcup/news/y=2017/m=11/news=the-final-draw-in-numbers-2921836.html

Desailly and Kerzhakov unveiled as FIFA Fan Fest Ambasadors

Marcel Desailly and Aleksandr Kerzhakov have been appointed Ambassadors for next year's Fan Fest events, with the French World Cup winner and Sbornaya's record goalscorer set to make several guest appearances at the 11 unique locations organised by FIFA in collaboration with the 2018 World Cup Host Cities.

from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /worldcup/news/y=2017/m=11/news=desailly-and-kerzhakov-unveiled-as-fifa-fan-fest-ambasadors-2921532.html

Ivan Urgant to host Final Draw Show

Russian actor and presenter Ivan Urgant has been chosen to host the show. One of the acts planned for is popular singer Alsou, who will have a surprise in store for the occasion: a song written specially for the Final Draw.

from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /worldcup/news/y=2017/m=11/news=ivan-urgant-to-host-final-draw-show-2921854.html

Messi, Neymar & Ronaldo on the Final Draw

As excitement grows in anticipation of the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, FIFA.com asked three of world football’s biggest stars what they will be doing for it.

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Behind the scenes, before the Final Draw

Media were invited to see behind the scenes ahead of the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, with Uruguay legend and draw conductor Maria Komandnaya helping answer questions ahead of Friday’s event.



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CIES study highlights diversity of 2018 FIFA World Cup™ squads

The CIES Football Observatory and FIFA have joined forces to analyse the profiles of the players who were fielded by the 32 qualified teams on the road to Russia.

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Watch the FIFA Fan Fest Ambassadors announcement live

On Wednesday 29 November at 16.30 local time in Moscow (14.30 CET), FIFA will announce the Official FIFA Fan Fest Ambassadors: two football icons who will support the promotion of these unique events.

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Excitement high for debutants and returning heroes

Ahead of the Final Draw for Russia 2018, FIFA.com took a closer look at the five teams either making their first World Cup appearance, or their first in a generation.

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Tuesday, 28 November 2017

This cardigan has a 30,000-person wait list


This cardigan has a 30,000-person wait list



And counting.

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2018 FIFA World Cup tickets: huge demand upon conclusion of sales phase 1

With the highly anticipated Final Draw now just days away, sales phase 1 for 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ tickets concluded today, confirming the huge interest from fans from Russia and all over the world.

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The Webster Takes New York


By KATHERINE BERNARD from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2hZ6z5r

Mentioning these foods on dating profiles can get you more matches


Mentioning these foods on dating profiles can get you more matches



But don’t mention yams.

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Award Season Kicks Off at Gotham Awards Ceremony


By MATTHEW SCHNEIER from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2Ah5mif

Nicole Kidman, Saoirse Ronan and Timothée Chalamet at the Gotham Awards


By MATTHEW SCHNEIER from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2AfXyPw

Saving the Drama for the Courtroom


By ALIX STRAUSS from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2zzaTzC

Zanetti: Argentina can have a great World Cup

FIFA.com speaks to Argentina's most-capped player, Javier Zanetti, about his hopes for the South American giants at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™.

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Lonely widower asks for a place to spend Christmas, gets a thousand responses


Lonely widower asks for a place to spend Christmas, gets a thousand responses



Lucky for him, he now has plenty of choices.

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Man covers $10,000 worth of layaway gifts at Toys 'R’ Us


Man covers $10,000 worth of layaway gifts at Toys 'R’ Us



Sometimes, the holidays bring out the best in people.

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How to get close to the Final Draw action!

​With fans from 32 nations all eager to discover their route through Russia 2018, we let you know how you can follow the Final Draw on Friday 1 December, live from Moscow.



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The coat Meghan Markle wore in her engagement photos has already sold out


The coat Meghan Markle wore in her engagement photos has already sold out



Well, that was quick.

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First Lady Melania Trump trolled over White House Christmas decorations, outfit


First Lady Melania Trump trolled over White House Christmas decorations, outfit



FLOTUS is being criticized for the presidential mansion's yuletide decor.

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The Final Draw: how it works

Featuring 32 teams, eight unbiased pairs of hands and millions of TV viewers, the Final Draw for the 21st FIFA World Cup™ will take place this coming Friday in Moscow. We  answers all the key questions ahead of eagerly awaited ceremony.

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Photos: A White House Christmas


Photos: A White House Christmas



First lady Melania Trump decorates the White House for Christmas with the theme "Time-Honored Traditions."

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Meghan Markle's nude nail color, explained


Meghan Markle's nude nail color, explained



Apparently, there's a whole history to the manicures of the women of the British royal family.

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Meet the 32 Finalists for Russia 2018

Learn all about the 32 teams that will play at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ by viewing our colourful, interactive guide!

 



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2018 FIFA World Cup tickets: huge demand upon conclusion of sales phase 1

With the highly anticipated Final Draw now just days away, sales phase 1 for 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ tickets concluded today, confirming the huge interest from fans from Russia and all over the world.

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2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Official Poster unveiled at Moscow Metro

With just three days to go the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup™ in the Russian capital, the famed Moscow Metro held the unveiling of the last remaining visual icon of the event.



from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /worldcup/news/y=2017/m=11/news=2018-fifa-world-cup-russiatm-official-poster-unveiled-at-moscow-metro-2921534.html

Pizzi takes charge of Saudi Arabia

Juan Antonio Pizzi has been handed the reins at 2018 FIFA World cup Russia™-bound Saudi Arabia, taking over from fellow Argentinian coach Edgardo Bauza, who was relieved of the role last week.

from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /worldcup/news/y=2017/m=11/news=pizzi-takes-charge-of-saudi-arabia-2921545.html

Finally Putting Some Fun in Erectile Dysfunction


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Six of the best qualifiers on the road to Russia

With the Final Draw taking place on Friday, FIFA.com looks back on six of the most memorable matches from the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia 2018™ qualifiers.

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Monday, 27 November 2017

Arkansas woman who bought dog tuxedo with county cash is sentenced


Arkansas woman who bought dog tuxedo with county cash is sentenced



The former Arkansas County employee had been on quite a spending spree.

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Meghan Markle's royal fashion evolution


Meghan Markle's royal fashion evolution



From mini skirts to slacks -- Markle has transformed her wardrobe into one fit for a Duchess.

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Fitness blogger attacked for saying cancer is 'your body trying to save you'


Fitness blogger attacked for saying cancer is 'your body trying to save you'



Her insensitive views have been receiving a lot of backlash.

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Woman with Down syndrome competes in Miss Minnesota pageant, wins 'Spirit of Miss USA'


Woman with Down syndrome competes in Miss Minnesota pageant, wins 'Spirit of Miss USA'



A woman who was called a “trailblazer” for becoming the first person with Down syndrome to compete in the Miss Minnesota pageant won the “Spirit of Miss USA” on Sunday.

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Woman with Down Syndrome believed to be first to compete in Miss Minnesota pageant


Woman with Down Syndrome believed to be first to compete in Miss Minnesota pageant



A woman who was called a “trailblazer” for becoming the first person with Down syndrome to compete in the Miss Minnesota pageant won the “Spirit of Miss USA” on Sunday.

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CIES study highlights diversity of 2018 FIFA World Cup™ squads

The CIES Football Observatory and FIFA have joined forces to analyse the profiles of the players who were fielded by the 32 qualified teams on the road to Russia.

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Massage Envy employees accused of sexual assault by over 180 women, bombshell report claims


Massage Envy employees accused of sexual assault by over 180 women, bombshell report claims



Massage Envy, the nation’s largest massage franchise, says it is planning to “strengthen” its policies after more than 180 women had come forward with accusations.

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FIFA World Cup Original Trophy seen by over 220,000 Russians

As the 32 national teams eagerly await the outcome of the Final Draw of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ on 1 December, the prize they are all competing for next summer has completed the first stage of its tour around the Host Country.

from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /worldcup/news/y=2017/m=11/news=fifa-world-cup-original-trophy-seen-by-over-220-000-russians-2921423.html

Next on Meghan Markle’s To Do List: Choose Her Royal Style


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Collina: Referees can count on me

During his career, Pierluigi Collina officiated so diligently and competently that he was voted the world's best referee for six consecutive years between 1998 and 2003. The Italian redefined the role and became the first star referee.

 


from FIFA.com - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ - News /development/news/y=2017/m=11/news=collina-referees-can-count-on-me-2921462.html

Victoria Beckham Raises $40 Million in Private Equity Investment


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Kane: If you want to win, you have to face the best

FIFA.com sat down with England striker Harry Kane to discuss the Three Lions’ successful passage to Russia 2018, his hopes for next year’s finals and his desire to be among the world’s best year after year.



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Close-up on Final Draw procedures

Following the approval of the draw procedures for the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in September 2017, the confirmation of the pots, and the announcement of the conductors and assistants, the scene is set for all 32 participating member associations.

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FIFA President lists what fans can expect from the FIFA World Cup in Russia

With just a few days to go until the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup™, the FIFA President has listed ten things that fans can expect from the event that will get underway in Russia next June.

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Sunday, 26 November 2017

Pinups in the Post-Weinstein World


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Woman with Down Syndrome believed to be first to compete in Miss Minnesota pageant


Woman with Down Syndrome believed to be first to compete in Miss Minnesota pageant



A woman with Down Syndrome who is competing for the title of Miss Minnesota this weekend is being called a “trailblazer” as pageant officials believe she’s the first person with the syndrome to compete in the event.

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Quartz Watches Are Having a Movement

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