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Fitness
American Women Make Olympic History With First-Ever Medal Sweep
Michael Hafford
Aug 17, 2016
TV Shows
Mr. Robot
Season 2, Episode 7 Recap: They Want To Follow You
Courtney E. Smith
Aug 17, 2016
Pop Culture
Here’s How Michael Phelps Is Starting His Retirement
Suzannah Weiss
Aug 17, 2016
Shopping
Kanye West Is Opening 21
Pablo
Pop-Ups This Weekend
Kanye’s Pablo stores have inspired a huge cult following and lines around the block. Oh, and they’ve reportedly earned him a whole heaping boat
by
Michael Hafford
Food & Drinks
How Simone Biles & Aly Raisman Celebrated Their Olympic Victories
Simone Biles and Aly Raisman may have been competing in the Olympics, but outside the stadium, they're friends. A day after Biles won gold and Raisman
by
Suzannah Weiss
Music
Sick Adele Cancels Concert, Gives Fans Video Doctor’s Note
It's a hard decision to back out of a concert when fans are depending on you. But pop stars, like the rest of us, have to take care of themselves. Ade
by
Suzannah Weiss
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Tech
Netflix Is Coming To Hotel Rooms
You might've invited someone over for Netflix-and-chilling at your place after a date went particularly well. Now, you may be able to invite them back
by
Suzannah Weiss
Pop Culture
Blac Chyna & Rob Kardashian Tease Baby Names
Rob & Chyna is the newest franchise of the Kardashian family business. The soon-to-be husband-and-wife are already displaying a veteran savvy in advanc
by
Michael Hafford
Wellness
Omaha Dad Accidentally Eats Pot Brownies & Hilarity Ensues
A 53-year-old Omaha man went on a shocking misogynist rant after his children dosed him with illegal drugs, reports The Omaha World-Herald. Just kidding, h
by
Michael Hafford
Pop Culture
BoJack Horseman
Creator Perfectly Captures Marge Simpson...
Your favorite documenter of American suburban despair says a lot about you. John Cheever, the famously alcoholic master short story writer, was tortured by
by
Michael Hafford
Pop Culture
This Trump Surrogate Exchange Just Spawned An Incredible Meme
One would think that the daily parade of gaffes, hate speech, and outright insanity of this election cycle would have gotten old by now. But that would be
by
Michael Hafford
Pop Culture
Will & Jada Pinkett Smith Went Through Marriage Counseling
It's hard enough to make a relationship last, let alone make one last in Hollywood. But Will and Jada Pinkett Smith have managed to stay together for
by
Suzannah Weiss
Shopping
10 Popular Teen Clothing Items That Could Make Their Way Into You...
by
Rachel Besser
TV Shows
Why People Didn’t Understand Zelda Williams’ Reaction...
Last Thursday was the second anniversary of Robin Williams' death, and his daughter Zelda reminded us that there's no right or wrong way to griev
by
Suzannah Weiss
Travel
A Woman Gave Birth On A Plane & Her Baby Got ALL The Miles
It seems like a lot of significant life events have been happening on airplanes lately. With summer being such a popular time for travel, it makes sense. B
by
Olivia Harrison
Music
Ariana Grande & Goats: An Internet Mystery
Ariana Grande has a kid nobody knew about. That kid is a goat, and that goat is in her hands. Look at how cute she is with her kid. That’s a picture
by
Michael Hafford
Pop Culture
Shonda Rhimes Is Raising Her Girls To Be Stubborn
You know that saying that little girls are made of “sugar and spice and everything nice?” Shonda Rhimes isn't here for it. In fact, she to
by
Suzannah Weiss
Skin Care
Do Sheet Masks Work Better Than Traditional Masks — Or Are They J...
Sheet masks
are fun. They make for a killer Sunday-night Instagram shot. Plus, they're a hell
by
Alyssa Hertzig
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Pop Culture
Why Things Get Awkward When This
Walking Dead
Star Goes ...
Andrew Lincoln has been asked for
The Walking Dead
spoilers in strange places.
by
Molly Horan
Fashion
There’s Now A Magazine For, & By, Cool Teens
A brand-new teen magazine debuted last month. Or, perhaps more accurately, a new title was born: Womb comes courtesy of VFiles, the cool-kid online destina
by
Alexandra Ilyashov
Travel
8 Genius Hacks For Scoring The Best Hotel Room, Every Time
by
Andrea Bartz
Pop Culture
Even Taylor Swift Knows Not To Cross Rihanna
This summer has exposed many of Taylor Swift's lies. But now, it's time for a little bit of Taylor Swift truth: snake or scammer she may be, she
by
Hunter Harris
Health Trends
California May Allow Naturopaths To Prescribe Drugs
Thanks to the so-called “Scope Modernization Bill,” naturopathic doctors in California may soon be able to do a lot more. Originally introduced
by
Sarah Jacoby
US News
How The Criminal Justice System Is Failing Women
Last month, a video showing a woman brought to court without either pants or feminine hygiene products went viral. The incident sparked widespread outrage
by
Lilli Petersen
Shopping
The 2-Tone Jeans That’s All Over Your Friends’ Social...
Today, designers are getting more creative with denim than ever before, and that just might be the reason jean sales are at an all-time high. Vintage Levi&
by
Alyssa Coscarelli
Movies
How Well Do You Know These Animated Movies?
When you're watching an animated movie with friends and someone insists that she “knows that voice,” do she turn to you as a human IMDb? C
by
Molly Horan
Body
6 Kinds Of Breast Lumps That Aren’t Cancer
by
Maggie Puniewska
Body
The Price Of This Lifesaving Allergy Medication Has Skyrocketed
If you suffer from severe allergic reactions, you know that an EpiPen can sometimes mean the difference between life and death. But as the costs for EpiPen
by
Kimberly Truong
Entertainment News
Amy Schumer Slams Comedian’s Horrible Rape Comments
Amy Schumer denounced a fellow comedian's comments about rape and rape survivors. Kurt Metzger has been churning out sexist insults and victim-shaming
by
Carolyn L. Todd
Living
In Defense Of Picking Out Your Own Engagement Ring (& How To Do I...
I feel no shame admitting my unbridled love for romantic comedies. I’m loud and proud about Netflix serving me “Indie Romantic Comedies with A
by
Heather Sundell
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Pop Culture
Hot Mugshot Guy Is Now Hanging Out With The Hadids
In 2014, the internet nearly broke when a mugshot of a convicted felon was shared on the Hot & Busted, a Tumblr page dedicated to attractive men who ha
by
Morgan Baila
Books & Art
J.K. Rowling Gave Us The World of
Harry Potter
— Then Sh...
In an appearance at Radio Music Hall in the summer of 2006, J.K. Rowling admitted something that has become very apparent to her fans over the last few yea
by
Molly Horan
Tech
Social Media Was A Shameful Place This Week
Our ability to comment publicly on Instagram posts, Tweets, and Facebook statuses is both a blessing and a curse. It can let us commiserate with someone
by
Madeline Buxton
Music
Nick Jonas Didn’t Get Any VMA Nominations, But He Got This ...
Nick Jonas was openly bummed when he didn't get nominated for this year's Video Music Awards. “Disappointed with the fact Close got no love
by
Suzannah Weiss
Living
Why This Wedding Dress Is Going Viral On eBay
A U.K. woman named Samantha Wragg recently listed her wedding dress on eBay. After about two weeks with very little interest from any potential buyers, her
by
Olivia Harrison
Movies
The Kids’ Movies That Got Us Through Adult Problems
Kids' movies can definitely be a kind of comfort food for adults.
by
Molly Horan
TV Shows
This Is What It Takes For Kaley Cuoco To Become Penny
They're baaack! The Big Bang Theory cast is officially back on set and creating television show magic once again. That means reading new scripts, crac
by
Morgan Baila
Fashion
20 Under-20 Models Who Are About To Change The Game
by
Landon Peoples
Celebrity Beauty
Amber Rose Is The Beauty Ambassador We Desperately Needed
When Amber Rose sat down with the Refinery29 team this week, no questions were off-limits. The bold, multi-hyphenated star isn't afraid to speak her m
by
Cat Quinn
Music
Why This
American Idol
Finalist Thought She’d Neve...
American Idol alum Jax opened up to People about the health battle she faced after the show ended. Jax, who finished third on season 14 of Idol, said she t
by
Carolyn L. Todd
Pop Culture
Boomer Phelps’ Laugh Is A Balm For Your Soul
Michael Phelps has won five gold medals in the Rio Olympics, but his two-and-a-half-month-old son is also a star. Boomer Phelps, who was born on May 5, has
by
Suzannah Weiss
Sex
Is “Instagram Cheating” A Thing?
Welcome to Unprofessional Advice: a column to help you handle problems of all kinds. Got a relationship query? Workplace drama? Is your roommate a narcotic
by
Kelsey Miller
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US News
What Does Hillary Clinton Say About Equal Pay?
As the first female candidate from a major party for president, Hillary Clinton has made women’s rights an integral part of her campaign. Among those
by
Lilli Petersen
Celebrity Beauty
Everything In This ColourPop Collab Is Under $7 — & It’s SO...
by
Mi-Anne Chan
US News
Where Does Donald Trump Stand On Equal Pay?
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has said a lot of things about women. But where does he stand on equal pay? Though the exact numbers differ,
by
Lilli Petersen
Pop Culture
Josh Murray Knows He Moans While Making Out
Imagine smooching
Bachelor in Paradise
star Josh Murray: the allure of a date night punctuated by good food and better wine. What do you hear?
by
Hunter Harris
Travel
Good News: Airfare Is Going To Be Crazy Cheap This Fall
Now that the peak summer travel period is winding down, it appears that airfare prices will soon start winding down, as well. Hopper, the airfare predictio
by
Olivia Harrison
Movies
Why I Will Be Uncomfortable Watching
The Birth Of A Nation
I have not yet seen The Birth of a Nation. But every time I watch the trailer, I feel chills down my spine. Seeing beautifully filmed imagery of how the to
by
Arianna Davis
Skin Care
9 Acne Products Beauty Editors Swear By
by
Brooke Le Poer Tr...
Pop Culture
Amber Heard’s Lawyers Retracted This Statement About Her Di...
The very public divorce between actor Johnny Depp and actress Amber Heard brought attention to the issue of domestic violence. Heard has claimed that Depp
by
Suzannah Weiss
World News
Infertile Man Accused Of Mutilating His Wife For Not Giving Him C...
A Kenyan man has been accused of cutting off his wife's hands and mutilating her for not giving him children — even though doctors told him he w
by
Lilli Petersen
Celebrity Beauty
Matt Damon Is Now The Proud Owner Of A Man Bun
After Leonardo DiCaprio snipped off his and Harry Styles — owner of some of the most enviable strands in the biz — donated his to charity, we t
by
Taylor Bryant
Movies
The 10 Craziest Facts We Learned About The Internet
For something that permeates so many aspects of our daily lives, we know surprisingly little about the internet. Just think about a typical day: We wake up
by
Carolyn L. Todd
Home
10 Things Pro Movers Wish You Would Do
by
Laura Fenton
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Music
Prepare Your Applause: Lady Gaga Is Back With New Music
We're on the edge of glory over here, y'all. Today, Lady Gaga officially announced a new single is coming our way in September. Gaga has spent th
by
Arianna Davis
World News
This TV Station Suspended Its Female Hosts & Told Them To Lose We...
What does a female reporter's weight have to do with her ability to do her job? Nothing. But apparently, a state-run Egyptian TV station seems to thin
by
Andrea González-R...
Diet & Nutrition
The Truth About Your Kombucha Habit
In the past few years, kombucha has made its way out of your weird college friend's cabinet and into the hands of celebrities like Halle Berry and, of
by
Sarah Jacoby
Food & Drinks
Everyone Is OBSESSED With These Burrito Bowl Recipes
Burritos are a beautiful thing. All those zesty flavors lovingly packed inside a warm tortilla — the experience of eating it can be “explosively jo
by
Elizabeth Buxton
Home
This Dorm Room Is So Fancy It’s Borderline Absurd
A dorm room can be a pretty depressing place. The concrete block walls, ultra-thin mattresses, and lack of natural light can almost make them feel like jai
by
Olivia Harrison
TV Shows
Friends
Nearly Ruined David Schwimmer’s Social Life
At some point, many a twentysomething yearned to be part of a clique like the one in Friends. A tight-knit group of friends figuring out life, love, and ca
by
Morgan Baila
Celebrity Beauty
Kat Von D’s Latest Beauty Announcement Is HUGE
Kat Von D is getting closer to becoming a fully 100% vegan beauty line — and we can't wait.
by
Samantha Sasso
Body
Chrissy Teigen Once Again Gets Real About Her Stretch Marks
Chrissy Teigen has never been a stranger to keeping things real, and her most recent revelation is no different. Teigen took to her Snapchat on Tuesday nig
by
Kimberly Truong
Tech
Why Instagram’s Latest Update Is Useful
Earlier this month, Instagram added Stories, which makes the photo-sharing app feel a lot more Snapchat-like. Today, Instagram is making another, albeit sm
by
Christina Bonnington
Pop Culture
Why Are Fans So Mean To Celebrity Girlfriends?
If you visit Sofia Richie's Instagram feed, you'll notice that the comments have been turned off. Not because she wants to control her brand, or
by
Ally Hickson
Sex
7 Sex Educators Who Are Totally Rocking It
by
Sophie Kreitzberg
Makeup
How Well Do You Know These 9 Cult Beauty Buys?
For a makeup aficionado, it's just as important to know the makeup of products as it is to memorize their shade names — meaning, the finish, tex
by
Jessica Chou
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Pop Culture
Ben-Hur
‘s Nazanin Boniadi Tells R29: “This I...
Nazanin Boniadi couldn’t help but feel blessed last weekend. And it wasn’t simply because she was in Los Angeles promoting the Ben-Hur remake,
by
Carrie Bell
Shopping
9 Things I Would Buy If I Didn’t Have To Pay Rent
by
Anna Gray
Pop Culture
You Have More
Harry Potter
Books To Look Forward To
J.K. Rowling isn't done with Harry Potter just yet. The outspoken author will be releasing a series of short e-books through her website Pottermore th
by
Molly Horan
Tech
What Is Tonight’s Blueberry Moon?
The Strawberry Moon rang in the summer solstice. Now, as we get closer to September's fall equinox, we have a different “fruit” in the sky
by
Madeline Buxton
Pop Culture
Ariel Winter Has No Time For Instagram Body-Shamers: “It...
Ariel Winter is a busy young woman. And if you don't enjoy the photos she shares… Well, that's not her problem. That's the message the
by
Carolyn L. Todd
Street Style
This Is How New York Teens Actually Dress
Blair Waldorf. Kathryn Merteuil. Carrie Bradshaw (played by AnnaSophia Robb). Hollywood's portrayal of the quintessential New York teenager is that of
by
Erin Cunningham
Pop Culture
Kristen Stewart Ended Things With Robert Pattinson Because “...
Kristen Stewart is only 26, but she has been famous since she was 9 years old and starred alongside Jodie Foster in Panic Room. Since then, she has been th
by
Morgan Baila
Sex
What It Actually Means To Be Asexual
If there's anything we've learned about sexuality, it's that it is complicated. And as much progress as we've made in dismantling the n
by
Kimberly Truong
Pop Culture
Aly Raisman Wants In On The Simone Biles & Zac Efron Action
Simone Biles isn't the only Final Five member with a little crush on Zac Efron. While Biles managed to score a kiss on the cheek from the actor, her O
by
Erin Donnelly
Celebrity Style
Natalie Portman Just Brought Back The 2014 Matching Set,
Twic...
It's been a while since we've thought about the matching set. It enjoyed a very well-publicized ride in 2014, when it became Taylor Swift's
by
Ana Colon
World News
Why These Women Are Tired Of Hearing “It’s Just Rape&...
Clad in a floral shalwar kameez with her hair swept up, Ashi Jaan was one of the first transgender women to arrive at the protest on August 6 in Lahore, Pa
by
Maham Javaid
Tech
Check Out R29’s Very Own Emoji Keyboard: AltMoji
If you love Refinery29 and also love emoji, we have a treat for you. We're launching our very own emoji keyboard. It's called AltMoji, and you ca
by
R29 Team
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Pop Culture
Can You Match These Tweets To The Correct Celeb?
Celebrities on Twitter are gifts that keep on giving. These days, stars use Twitter to release personal statements about personal drama or opinions on poli
by
Ally Hickson
Fashion
The Thing That Takes Your Thrifted Treasures To The Next Level
The coolest part about thrifting is getting to know the history behind your clothing. The best way to do that is to ask the shop owner!
by
Laura Delarato
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