Initiating a Global Citizens Movement for the Great Transition
Journey to Earthland is a recently released book by the Great Transition Initiative (GTI), a worldwide network of activist scholars with a unique purpose—to advance “a vision and praxis for global transformation”. Few civil society organisations have such a broad focus on transformational strategies towards a new global social-ecological system, as condensed and overviewed in…
The Fortress World of Capitalism vs. the Beautiful Possibilities of Cooperation
Our beloved world is entering an increasingly unstable period, full of dangers and also full of possibilities. In many countries, old political parties are crumbling faster and anyone thought imaginable. Old geopolitical alliances have come unglued as the US comes to exercise its role as world hegemon in new and unpredictable ways. The development of…
Diane Kruger and Her Mile-Long Legs Step Out in Haute Couture at the New York City Ballet
Who says haute couture is too fantastical for the real world? Not Diane Kruger, who wowed on the pink carpet at the New York City Ballet fall gala on Tuesday night at Manhattan. For the A-list affair, the 40-year-old actress turned to a mid-sleeve, ivory floral Giambattista Valli haute couture dress that appeared flawless on the…
Watch Celine Dion Rap Missy Elliott, Britney Spears, Nelly, and More on Ellen
We learned that Celine Dion has an uncanny ability to impersonate fellow celebs when she played Wheel of Musical Impressions with Jimmy Fallon back in July, but her latest singing game just blew us away. Dion appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Monday and graciously agreed to try her hand at rapping. “You sing…
David Beckham Shares a Sweet Snap of 11-Year-Old Son Cruz Jamming on the Guitar for His Family
Sunday mornings at the Beckham household are getting a lot more musical, thanks to Cruz Beckham. Proud parents David and Victoria haven’t been shy about showing off their 11-year-old son’s musical talents with cute ‘grams and videos, and the former premiere league footballer’s latest post about his youngest son is too cute. The 41-year-old took…
Ashley Graham Now Has Her Own Barbie
When Mattel approached Ashley Graham about making a Barbie in her likeness, she one simple yet important requirement: no thigh gap. “She had to have her thighs touch. No ands, ifs, or buts about it. And I asked for cellulite but obviously plastic and cellulite don’t go hand in hand,” the plus-size model and body…
Jennifer Lopez and Her 8-Year-Old Daughter Emme Make the Cutest Little “Lambs” in Latest Snapchat
If your day could use a little cheer, look no further, because Jennifer Lopez just delivered a dose of cuteness with her 8-year-old daughter Emme. The duo was having some fun with Snapchat filters when J.Lo decided to share this sweet video. In the clip, the singer and her look-alike daughter transform into horned mountain…
Nicole Kidman’s ’80s Modeling Shots Must Be Seen to Be Believed
If you dread the thought of revisiting your high school yearbook photos, just count yourself lucky that they weren’t leaked to the entire culture-consuming public. Nicole Kidman was not afforded such luck. During a visit to The Graham Norton Show last week, the 49-year-old actress was brought face-to-face with an unfortunate (read: hilarious) relic of…
There’s Pretty Much Nothing Teyana Taylor Can’t Do
Today’s entertainment scene is filled wth ambitious young talent aiming to build their brand beyond the confines of Hollywood, and if there’s anyone who’s emerged as leader among that pack in recent years, it’s 2017 Essence Festival Performer Teyana Taylor. Essence Festival 2017 ticket packages are on sale now! For more info about tickets, accommodations…
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani Take Her Sons on a Weekend Getaway
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton’s romance is showing no signs of slowing down! Over the weekend, the lovebirds were spotted enjoying a family outing in Lake Arrowhead, Calif., with Stefani’s three sons: Kingston, 10; Zuma, 8; and Apollo, 2. The group enjoyed the scenic mountain town dressed in outdoorsy attire—the boys in matching camo (Shelton’s…