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Answer Angel: Cropped tops
Dear Answer Angel Ellen: When do you think the fad of cropped tops will end?
I admit to having a muffin top and because of this fad I find it very hard to find tops with basic coverage!
--Louise T.
Dear Louise: A stroll through just about any store these days has a vast array of stylish tops that...Read more
Here’s the truth about sparkling water and weight loss
Could your favorite fizzy drink be a secret weapon for weight loss? New research offers insights into sparkling water’s potential benefits.
A report published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health compared how carbon dioxide affects blood ...Read more
Is your protein powder toxic? Report finds 47% exceed safety limits
Hitting your daily protein goals can be challenging, especially if you exercise regularly.
Most female adults need approximately 46 grams of protein per day, while men need about 56 grams, according to Harvard Health. While you ...Read more
Were Kendrick Lamar's Celine bootcut jeans the fashion MVP of the Super Bowl?
The first thing I noticed when Kendrick Lamar squatted on top of the black Buick GNX at the start of the Super Bowl halftime show were his boot cut jeans spilling over his black-and-white high-tops.
But with the Eagles leading Kansas City 24-0, I thought it was just my fashion brain working overtime.
I was wrong.
Lamar's stonewashed Celine ...Read more
Answer Angel: Looking for lightweight leggings
Dear Answer Angel Ellen: My wardrobe consists of many longer tops, tunics and dresses, which I usually wear with leggings or tights in solid colors. Most of the year, my usual leggings work fine. But in the hot, humid, warmer months, light dresses are cool, but most leggings feel suffocating (and tights don't work with sandals...Read more
What do these common skincare buzzwords mean?
The past few years have had a boom in people’s interest in skincare, and it feels like some people have gone from clueless to experts overnight. What used to mean facewashes and lotions now encompasses an endless catalog of substances that can clear your face.
Filled with buzzwords like “serums” or “acids,” the world of skincare may ...Read more
Study finds that workers and bosses both benefit from time off
Workers everywhere savor the few days or weeks of each year they are able to spend away from their desks, whether it’s spent relaxing on a beach or just chilling on their couch. A new analysis suggests employers should savor vacation time alongside their employees.
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Answer Angel: Why all the labels?
Dear Answer Angel: Watching the victory kiss between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift after the Chief’s AFC championship game, I wondered why anyone as famous (and rich!) as Taylor would want to wear a piece of baggy clothing (a hoodie) with a logo (Louis Vuitton) splashed all over it!
Why be a walking billboard for a luxury ...Read more
Answer Angel: Giving up on mascara?
Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I am so fed up with carefully removing my eye makeup at night and waking up with raccoon eyes — dark, leftover mascara smudges beneath my eyes that are almost impossible to remove.
I have tried many brands of eye makeup remover, as well as makeup remover wipes. None work.
Must I quit wearing ...Read more
Want healthy hair? Start with your diet
Demi Moore’s shiny and waist-length locks aren’t just beautiful — they reveal a fundamental truth about hair health: It starts from within.
The actress has been in the spotlight for snagging her first major industry award ...Read more
Answer Angel: Stuck on high price of lipstick
Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I went to buy my favorite lipstick (a perfect shade, I can’t find anywhere else) and my jaw dropped.
I understand that premium “designer” lipsticks aren’t cheap but the cost of my fave has now entered the stratosphere. What used to be priced in the high teens is now $32! For a lipstick? What ...Read more

4 easy ways to add gut-healthy fermented foods to your diet
The secret to better health might be bubbling away in your kitchen.
As research increasingly connects gut health to overall wellness, fermented foods are gaining popularity — and for good reason. These probiotic-rich foods are created when beneficial bacteria or yeast transform everyday ingredients, playing a vital role in maintaining a ...Read more
‘Lean and mean’ Bruce Springsteen is on the OMAD diet. What is that?
At 75, Bruce Springsteen is still going strong. The Boss played more than 100 shows over the past two years, and he isn’t showing signs of slowing down.
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Target launches Lunar New Year collection designed by a Philadelphia artist
PHILADELPHIA — From an ornately decorated dumpling-making kit to an extra-large plushie snake throw pillow, Target's latest Lunar New Year collection features a range of brightly hued and fanciful designs — and it's thanks to this Philadelphia-based artist.
Katie Mai, 25, a Vietnamese American illustrator living in Fishtown, is the artist ...Read more
Is drinking lemon water the health boost many say it is?
Touted by athletes, supermodels and pop stars as one way to maintan their looks and health, lemon water has become a must-have daily elixir for people.
In 2016, supermodel Gisele Bündchen said she started each day with a ...Read more
Answer Angel: Don't be afraid to add some sparkle to your life
Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I don’t go to very many dressy events but this holiday season and, especially New Year’s Eve, I was at several parties where I saw a lot of sparkly, sequin clothing. Dresses, tops, skirts, even sequin pants. Mostly they were “neutrals” in silver, gold, black and ivory. And they were strikingly ...Read more
The new social scene: Why 2025 is all about IRL connection
Yelp’s latest trend report indicates a renewed interest in real-world connections in 2025, highlighting a rise in in-person experiences like adult summer camps and bookstore bars.
The report analyzed search patterns from Sept. 2023 to Aug. 2024, comparing them to ...Read more
Answer Angel: Tricky gift situation
Dear Answer Angel Ellen: The recent holidays brought up an ongoing question that I thought you can help with.
I have a friend who is a generous, enthusiastic gift giver. I’ve suggested many times that we should give to a charity instead of exchanging presents that neither of us need (or, in my case, even want).
I cannot ...Read more
‘Tape you mouth shut’ takes on new meaning with this sleep hack
It feels like every month there is a new tip TikTok says will change your life. Whether it’s a travel hack, a meditation technique or a new health trick, TikTok users have something to say.
The newest “hack,” mouth taping, is purported to improve respiratory and oral health, while reducing the risk of obstructive sleep apnea, a condition ...Read more
Why don’t women’s pants ever fit?
If you’re a woman and are ever in the company of men, a fun party conversation is to explain to them how women’s pant sizing works. Unlike men, we usually can’t shop at a mass retailer for a pair of pants based on the measurements of our waist and inseam (i.e. 34x32). Our sizes come in 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and so on.
“Oh, so you just have to ...Read more