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Voguing Revives as Paris Minorities Strike a Political Pose
For many minority French communities who feel alienated over tensions arising from divisive anti-gay marriage protests and the anti-immigration National Front, voguing is a statement of defiance.
Lanvin Fashion Designer Lapidus Leaves After Only 2 Seasons
After just two seasons as creative director of Lanvin, the storied Parisian house has announced the departure of its designer Olivier Lapidus.
No Laughing Matter: When Exactly Did Clowns Become Scary?
When exactly did clowns go from birthday-party goofy to downright sinister? Well, hold onto your really big shoes - experts are divided.
Italian Fashion Chamber Works Toward Sustainability
The head of the Italian Fashion Chamber says the body is working toward creating clear criteria of what it means for the fashion industry to be environmentally sustainable.
Edmunds Compares 5 Midsize Pickup Trucks
Full-size trucks such as the Chevrolet Silverado and Ford F-150 are hugely popular. But not everyone needs that much capability from a new pickup. For them, a midsize truck is a viable alternative.
Animal Welfare Groups Cheer San Francisco Fur Ban
San Francisco supervisors voted unanimously to ban the sale of fur, further burnishing the city's animal-loving credentials as it becomes the largest U.S. city to approve the prohibition.
PopUps: Zayn Shares New Selfies Showing Off Platinum Blond Hair
After his split up with girlfriend, fashion model Gigi Hadid, pop star Zayn Malik has taken to Instagram to show off his new platinum blond look.
Houseplants: More Than Pretty Home Decor
Houseplants have been a mainstay of indoor decor item for generations, but their selection and use has changed over time, particularly with urbanization.
Beer and Sharp Objects? Axe Throwing Takes Off
Axe throwing is quickly becoming a popular sport at bars across North America. Enthusiasts have started a league with thousands of members, and one day hope to bring the sport to the Olympic games.
Backwards Books: Art or Nonsense?
Looking for an easy way to organize a messy bookshelf? You might consider turning all the spines backward.
Patented Rube Goldberg
An award-winning, self-taught artist; a punch line; a canny social satirist and raconteur: The many facets of cartoonist Rube Goldberg, a man whose name is synonymous with wacky, chain-reaction contraptions, are explored in the Contemporary Jewish Museu.
First Pitch at Pride Night @ Fenway Park to be Raffled
Boston Pride, in partnership with the Boston Red Sox and Victory Programs, is raffling off the opportunity to throw the first pitch at Pride Night @ Fenway Park on Thursday, June 7.
Britney Spears Lands 1st High Fashion Campaign with Kenzo
Britney Spears has landed her first high fashion modeling campaign as the new face of Paris-based Kenzo.
BMW Will Spend More on Autonomous Driving, Electric Cars
BMW's profits this year will at least equal last year's results as the automaker sinks billions into developing electric and autonomous car technology to meet expected changes in how people get from one place to another.
Carnaval San Francisco to Welcome Gender-Neutral Competitors
Carnaval San Francisco, the annual two-day festival and Grand Parade held in San Francisco's Mission District over Memorial Day weekend, will hold its new Royalty Competition in place of its traditional King & Queen Competition.
In Instagram Post, Caitlyn Jenner Shows Sun Damage on Nose, Cautions Fans
Caitlyn Jenner is urging her fans to be more cautious about their skin after having a procedure to remove sun damage from her nose.
Death Brings Calls for Self-Driving Car Rules
The deadly collision between an Uber autonomous vehicle and a pedestrian near Phoenix is bringing calls for tougher self-driving regulations.
Scallop Fans Rejoice: Prices Projected to Drop
Good news for scallop fans. Already one of the most readily available higher-priced seafoods to consumers, the succulent shellfish could fall in price this year.
Traveling During Passover? Seders Around the World
Jewish travelers who are away from home this Passover can find seders to attend in destinations around the world.
Eva Longoria Launches Clothing Line on HSN
The 43-year-old actress is producing a new pilot, continuing her work with the Time's Up initiative, launching her clothing line on HSN and preparing to welcome her first child with husband Jose "Pepe" Baston.