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The worst royal fashion faux pas moments

Being a royal typically means that you have access to the finest clothes and accessories, but unfortunately money can't buy good taste. While we are used to seeing royals as fashion icons in glamorous dresses and extravagant jewelry, they don't get it right 100% of the time. In this gallery, we look at some of the worst royal fashion faux pas in history. Curious? Click through and see if you agree with us.

These Eucalypso Sheets Are The Softest, Most Cooling Sheets I Own

These cooling sheets made me a top-sheet believer. No way an exaggeration, the Eucalypso Classic Sheets are all of my bedding dreams come to life. If you haven’t heard, Eucalypso Home is a sustainable bedding brand that makes all its stuff from Tencel derived from eucalyptus. That’s its secret sauce. The sheets have a silkiness and softness without feeling like I’m about to slip out of my bed. The everything-you-can-ask-for set is under $200,...

12 Things You Should Really Never Microwave

Popping the wrong foods, containers, or mugs in the microwave could make you sick, expose you to harmful chemicals, or even (yikes!) start a fire. Follow these tips to avoid dangerous microwave mistakes. The post 12 Things You Should Really Never Microwave appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.

Virgo: Your daily horoscope - August 19

Virgo: here are your free predictions for the day August 19

Is your dog smart? This breed intelligence ranking will tell

Dog breeds are broken down into all kinds of categories to help owners understand the ones that make the best fit for them. One of those categories is intelligence, which can be helpful when you're looking for a working dog, among other reasons. The website Dog Breeds List ranks breeds according to the animals' ability to understand and obey first commands. For example, those in the top 10 need fewer than five repetitions and obey on first command 95% of the time. Click through the gallery and find out how your best friend ranks.

Worth the Return? Millennials and Gen Z Shoppers are Losing Money by Keeping Unwanted Purchases: Survey

We already know that the cost of living is rising and our budgets are stretched thin in 2022, but it looks like many Canadians — especially Gen Z and Millennials — may be inadvertently losing money in another way: by keeping their unwanted items instead of dealing with the hassle of returns. As reported by […] The post Worth the Return? Millennials and Gen Z Shoppers are Losing Money by Keeping Unwanted Purchases: Survey appeared first on Slice.

If You’re Not Eating a Banana Every Day, This Might Convince You to Start

An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Not so much. Try this fruit instead. The post If You’re Not Eating a Banana Every Day, This Might Convince You to Start appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.

Michael Buble & Luisana Lopilato Welcome A Baby Girl: ‘From Love Comes Life’

Michael Bublé and wife Luisana Lopilato have officially expanded their family. On Friday, Aug. 19, Lopilato revealed on Instagram that she and the “Haven’t Met You Yet” singer welcomed a baby girl. In her post, Lopilato shared a photo of her and her husband holding their newborn daughter’s tiny foot in their hands, in addition

Parashat Ekev: Living with gratitude

Living with a sense of gratitude changes our life experience. Instead of being arrogant and smug, a grateful person looks at reality with humility and modesty and recognizes his true place.

See images of Jaime King’s incredible home

The house was built by Walt Disney. Jaime King recently put up for sale her sublime home in Beverly Hills, which was built in 1960 by none other than Walt Disney, who intended to give it as a gift to his daughter. The 2,600 square foot home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It was put on the market for $2.7M. To see images of the home, slide below.

Beware Of Petty Gossip While Mars Is In Gemini

The planet of action, ambition and desire is moving to a new spot in the sky, where it’ll usher us into 2023. Mars usually stays in each zodiac sign for around two months, but because the planet will retrograde on October 30, it’ll be in the extroverted and clever sign of Gemini all the way until March 25, 2023. This rambunctious, tell-me-what-you’re-really-thinking energy is here for the long haul. Narayana Montúfar, senior astrologer for...

Why did we start removing our body hair?

Not having to shave or wax was cited by women around the world as one of the biggest perks of social isolation during the pandemic. And why would they want to? It’s usually painful, expensive, uncomfortable, and/or time-consuming. But many feel like they have to, or, even more common, many think shaving is a choice they’re actively making when, in reality, it’s decades of social pressures that have shaped these so-called choices. Many women start hair removal at a young age, but few know how or why the craze started in the first place. Over the years, body hair has shaped gender dynamics, signified class, defined femininity, and controlled women through shame, but now all of that is changing. Click through to see, based on information from CNN, how hair removal started, how it spread, and how it’s being challenged today.

Is Your Dog ‘Gifted’? Here are Two Clues — According To Scientists

We know all doggos can hold a special place in our lives and can even recognize multiple languages and nonsense words — but did you know that some dogs, like humans, may be considered “gifted” in the way they process information and learn? As explored in Vice, the latest research from Loránd University, Budapest in […] The post Is Your Dog ‘Gifted’? Here are Two Clues — According To Scientists appeared first on Slice.

20 essential tips for leveling up your skincare game

Flip through the slideshow for 20 essential tips for improving your skincare routine, from a double-cleansing method that will leave your face perfectly clean to essential products like vitamin c serum and retinoids.

18 fun & easy crafts you can try with children

Flip through the gallery for 20 easy craft ideas to do with your kids, most of which can be made with simple household items like toilet paper tubes, popsicle sticks, and tempera paint.

'BB24''s Indy Santos Shares Which Houseguests Will Regret Evicting Her

Speaking with ET Canada, "Big Brother" season 24 contestant Indy Santos reveals which houseguests she thinks will regret evicting her the most. Tune in to new episodes of "Big Brother" Wednesdays and Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/PT and Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Global.

Gruesome torture tactics that would make anyone confess

Torture has been used for millennia. In fact, it is still used to this day, albeit now more sophisticated methods are used (e.g. songs). Either way, torturing someone is about inflicting pain, usually in order to obtain a confession, but the reasons do vary, depending on a number of factors. Have you ever wondered what torture methods and devices were used in ancient times? Look no further! In this gallery, we've compile some of the most popular ancient torture methods. Click on to discover more.

Out cold: 20 foods you shouldn't refrigerate

It’s easy to associate refrigerators with extending the life of foods in most cases, it does! However, some foods don’t require refrigeration (or don’t require it at first) and will just be taking up space.

The 15 best-selling sports team caps at the moment according to LIDS

The company has been LIDS is specialized in making caps for sports teams, whether it is the NHL, the NFL, the MLB and the NBA since many years. Here are the most sold caps on the site during the last weeks.

17 Creative Home Decor Solutions For Temporary Living Spaces

Decorating a temporary living space is just as exciting as it is frustrating. One must take much more caution personalizing a rented bedroom so as to not upset those in charge. So much so that hanging picture frames, painting walls, or lighting candles are often off-limits. In order to successfully transform temporary homes according to regulation and with flair, we need to find craftier decor solutions. Instead, we subbed out candles for...

Gorgeous backless dresses worn by celebs

The red carpet is a great place for stars to step out in daring gowns, and they rarely disappoint. One style that has been an A-lister favorite is the backless dress, a sensual yet elegant style, loved by famous figures. Whether it be embellished, cut-away, or jewel-encrusted, these show-stopping gowns are guaranteed to leave an impression. Click through the gallery for some jaw-dropping backless gown moments.

Here’s How the Colour of Your Car Affects Your Chances of Getting Into an Accident

Next time you're in the market for a car, you may want to keep this colour in mind. The post Here’s How the Colour of Your Car Affects Your Chances of Getting Into an Accident appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.

A Week In Maine On A $101,000 Joint Income

Welcome to Money Diaries, where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar. Today: a semi-retired educator who has a joint income of $101,000 per year and spends some of her money this week on a Roku TV. Occupation: Semi-Retired Educator and Beverage Cart Attendant Industry: Higher Education/Customer Service...

North West Doesn't Approve Of Kim Kardashian's Lip-Syncing

Kim Kardashian shares some adorable clips while lip-syncing in the car to Bruno Mars, but her daughter North West doesn't seem to approve. Plus, in more of today's daily download, Ashley Tisdale brings back her fan-favourite "High School Musical" character and the casting director for "Hannah Montana" spills some tea.

Princess Margaret: the Queen's scandalous younger sister

Next to the dutiful, dedicated, and long-reigning Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Margaret was the passionate, impulsive, and controversial younger sister who wreaked a path of royal havoc wherever she went. Her riotous private life was portrayed in the early seasons of the Netflix series 'The Crown,' renewing interest in the rebellious princess. Margaret passed away at the relatively young age of 71 in 2002, partly due to a lifetime of heavy drinking and smoking. Click through the gallery and discover more about Britain's scandalous princess.

This $2M Montreal Home For Sale Looks Ordinary Outside But Inside It's Like A Mansion

House loan, anyone? 🏠

Signs that your soul has lived a past life

If you've ever recalled memories that are not your own, had recurring dreams, or had an inexplicable affinity for a specific time period, this may indicate that your soul has reincarnated many times. If you think you may have lived past lives, browse through the following gallery to discover some of the indications that this isn't your first time on this planet.

These are the risks of outdoor cats you probably don't know

8 Things You Need To Know For August 19

Including Grimes mulling whether to get weirder & a wild day trip near Calgary.

Kanye West Says He’s An ‘Innovator’ For Piling Yeezy Gap Collection Clothing In Bags

Kanye West is feeling the heat on social media after an unflattering photo went viral featuring clothing from his new Yeezy collaboration with the Gap. West first announced his collection via Instagram, revealing that “the children” and “the homeless” were the primary inspiration for his Yeezy Gap line, which includes such items as T-shirts, tank

Today's trending cryptocurrencies: 5 cryptos which are topping search charts.

Today's trending cryptocurrencies: 5 cryptos which are topping search charts.Today's trending cryptocurrencies: 5 cryptos which are topping search charts.Today's trending cryptocurrencies: 5 cryptos which are topping search charts.Today's trending cryptocurrencies: 5 cryptos which are topping search charts.Today's trending cryptocurrencies: 5 crypt...

Phrases that spark the most anxiety in employees

Does your heart rate increase when your boss asks if you've "done X yet?" Well, you're not alone. In fact, this and many other phrases can increase employees' heart rates as much as 84%! The Knowledge Academy conducted an experiment that reveals the workplace phrases that raise employees' heart rates the most. In this gallery, not only do we list the phrases, but we also share tips on how to manage levels of anxiety at work. Click through and see which workplace phrase makes your heart rate increase the most.

Harry and Meghan will be back in England

They will visit several charities.

Coco Chanel quotes everyone should live by

Chanel is so much more than a high-end brand name. It's a fashion house that represents innovation, thanks to its genius founder, Coco Chanel. The designer had a dynamic life and has left an incredible legacy. She helped popularize women wearing pants, introduced the iconic little black dress, as well as creating the popular perfume, Chanel No. 5. The designer also had many words of wisdom, which everyone can use for strictly motivational purposes. Divulge in the designer's best quotes with this gallery.

The most iconic tattoos in sports history

Tattoos are increasingly popular among celebrities, and sports stars are no exception. From the soccer pitches of Europe to the basketball courts of the US, and many other places in between, we find sports personalities covered in ink. In this gallery, we look at some of the most famous sports stars and their tattoos. Some have really cool tats, and you'll surely be surprised by the meaning of some of them. Browse through and check them out!

Octomom's 'eight' kids all grown up

Octomom’s eight youngest kids are teenagers now. Nadia Suleman, 47, dubbed “Octomom” for her history-making pregnancy and delivery of eight babies, has posted a photo on Instagram that shows her children half-way through their 13th year. Noah, Maliyah, Isaiah, Nariyah, Jonah, Makai, Josiah and Jeremiah are now in the eighth grade, which was the occasion for the photo. The back-to-school picture and accompanying story appeared in the New York...

New Hair, New You: What Haircut to Get This Fall, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

With fall on the horizon, there are plenty of new trends and styles popping up in the fashion and beauty world that are chic and cozy for the autumn season. And while you might be looking at unpacking your sweaters or trying out fall’s newest nail trends, you can’t forget about your hair. But what […] The post New Hair, New You: What Haircut to Get This Fall, Based on Your Zodiac Sign appeared first on Slice.

50 Totally Painless Ways to Save Money Every Day

It's never been tougher to stick to a budget, but these thrifty tricks add up to big savings. The post 50 Totally Painless Ways to Save Money Every Day appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.

Dog-loving celebrities who adopted their fur babies

Dogs are the best, and lots of celebrities know it. What’s better, there are plenty of celebrities who know how important it is to give rescue dogs a good home. Click on to learn more about which celebrities have adopted their good boys and girls.

Everyone In My Clog Group Chat Owns These “Chonky” Rubber Uggs

While the Y2K-throwback UGG Classic Mini II boot has been the undeniable comeback shoe of winter, the cozy-footed California brand is not about to rest on its nostalgic laurels. Much to our absolute delight, there’s a new ahh-ooo-gah clog imminently hitting the drabby fall streets and we are electrified to find out that it’s the UGG Tasman X, a waterproof shoe that comes with its own detachable fleece-lined sock. While much of the love...

Back-to-school: Find the perfect desk for your home!

18 desks for your new home office or for school!

20 Things to Do with Baking Soda

You've probably got a box of baking soda sitting at the back of your fridge, but this powerful deodorizer has hundreds of uses around the home. The post 20 Things to Do with Baking Soda appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.

This $1.3M two-story condo has the most beautiful view in Montreal!

The abundant windows allow you to admire the view day and night. A new luxury condo has just appeared on the Montreal market. Located on René-Lévesque West, in the heart of the Mille Carré Doré district, the property impresses with its abundant windows and its incredible view of downtown Montreal. With its penthouse style, this condo will make many people dream!

Free Online Courses In BC That Will Help You Land Your Dream Job & Make Bank

This is the ultimate life hack! 🤑

7 Travel Mistakes Everyone Should Make at Least Once

Lost your luggage? Missed your flight? Before you let the panic set in, find out how these travel blunders can actually be the highlight of your next trip. The post 7 Travel Mistakes Everyone Should Make at Least Once appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.

August 22 to 26, 2022: What to Cook This Week

August 22 to 26, 2022: What to Cook This Week

Dainty Australian Shepherd adores juicy watermelon treat

River is a dainty dog who loves her treats. She is content to wait patiently as Serena serves her up a hefty slice of watermelon. River has a sweet tooth and a fondness for the juicy fruit. Although this seems like an unusual food to give to a dog, many enjoy watermelon a great deal. Serena has recently taught River to shake a paw and then shake the other on command. But River is too excited to follow the plan. She gets her treat all the same and she savours every mouthful. River is a rescue dog with an incredible story. She was seconds from death when Serena fell in love with her and adopted her, agreeing to provide the care that River needed. Diagnosed with serious health issues and a heart defect, River's first owners were not able to manage the complicated treatment and frequent tests that she would need. They faced the difficult decision to end River's suffering and have her euthanized. Serena is a veterinary assistant and she and her mother had the skill and access to the resources that would allow River to live a decent life. River has been going strong, having had three extra years so far, with no sign of serious trouble. She enjoys free run of a large property and frequent walks in the nearby forest. River also loves canoe rides and lying by the fire at the cottage. She is living her best life and loving her treats.

Jacqueline MacInnes Wood Details Reunion Scenes With Tanner Novlan

As Steffy and Finn finally reunite in “The Bold and the Beautiful”, actress Jacqueline MacInnes Wood dishes on filming those steamy scenes with Canadian co-star, Tanner Novlan. The proud mom also talks about welcoming her third son in May, sharing her older sons’ precious reactions to the new addition.

Ella Emhoff - much more than 'just' Kamala Harris' step-daughter

The Real Reason Maple Syrup Bottles Have Those Tiny Handles

Finally—a solution to this sticky mystery. The post The Real Reason Maple Syrup Bottles Have Those Tiny Handles appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.