CATEGORIES

On the BODY

CANCER transformed SULEIKA JAOUAD's relationship with her body as she navigated the devastating EFFECTS of the disease. But as she reveals in this excerpt from her new book, she has learned to EMBRACE—and even find BEAUTY in—that JOURNEY.

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TOUCH Grass

Floral designer HIKARI YOKOYAMA understands the BENEFITS of BLOOMS. Her GUIDE to the GLOBE'S BEST GARDENS invites a RECONSIDERATION of our RELATIONSHIP with NATURE.

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The NO-MAKEUP MAKEUP Revolution

GLOSSIER may have helped usher in our current \"YOU BUT BETTER\" era, but the origins of NATURAL-LOOKING MAKEUP go back decades. Here, a brief history of WHO STARTED it, WHO RAN with it, and how it TRANSFORMED the way we THINK ABOUT BEAUTY.

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CRAIG MCDEAN, JANUARY 2000

SOMETHING IN THE AIR was undeniably different at the turn of the 21st century; that much was evident.

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HEART on the Sleeve

A new FILM ADAPTATION of the French coming-of-age novel BONJOUR TRISTESSE uses CLOTHES to explore the COMPLEXITIES of WOMANHOOD for a NEW ERA

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It's a SLIVING

Our columnist, DEREK C. BLASBERG, takes a spin with PARIS HILTON through her state-of-the-art at-home BEAUTY SPA and talks to the multitasking mogul about why her love of more—in both PERSONAL CARE and PROFESSIONAL FABULOUSNESS—is infinitely more FUN

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Black youth display boating sailing skills at Antigua Sailing Week

When this Harlemite watched 14-year-old Imani John Polanco on a nearly 30-foot J30 sailboat named Absolute Properties Blue Peter in the sparkling blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean in English Harbor, Antigua, two thoughts immediately came to mind: the teenager displayed poise well beyond her years, and her confident command was comparable to a seasoned professional.

Massive “Hands Off Education” Rally Held At Foley Square

Hundreds of demonstrators rallied at Foley Square to defend education to push back against attacks from the Trump administration.

May Day Strong protests utilize International Workers' Day to protest Trump

This year, the ongoing protests against the Trump administration's policies have turned May 1, the labor movement's traditional holiday, into an opportunity for demonstrators to show widespread national dissent.

The Gateways Festival Orchestra brought musicality and brilliance to Carnegie Hall

Even before their splendid music filled the place, it was the size of the Gateways Festival Orchestra (GFO), 90 Black musicians, that astounded.

'Vote No on Demo,' say NYCHA advocates at Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses

The environmental review process for the proposed demolition of New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA's) Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea (FEC) Houses in Manhattan is underway. Tenant organizers and public housing residents protested the demo at last week's hearings.

'A Wu-Tang Experience' - Hip-Hop as unifier

Early in \"A Wu-Tang Experience: Live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre,\" the impresario Robert Diggs, a.k.a. RZA, the co-founding leader of the Wu-Tang Clan and the co-director of \"A Wu-Tang Experience,\" declares that \"music is a universal language.\" It's a statement so cliche as to make you want to roll your eyes.

Cuba's civil society leaders discuss racial issues during UN's Permanent Forum

Seven leaders from Cuba's civil society organizations attended the United Nations' fourth session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent. While in New York, two of these leaders, Rolando Rensoli, president of the José Antonio Aponte Commission of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba (UNEAC), and Kenia Serrano, from the community project Karibuni and the Afro feminist Articulation Coordination, sat down to speak with the Amsterdam News.

'Swim Strong': A life-saving skill in a warming world

Before jumping into the pool, Swim Coach Shawn Slevin told Amsterdam News the importance of “situational knowledge of water.”

Shedeur Sanders becomes a casualty of the NFL's compelling power dynamics

Quarterback Shedeur Sanders stunningly was not drafted until the fifth round - the No. 144 pick of overall - by the Cleveland Browns, in last week's NFL Draft.

N.C. A&T cheerleaders make history with back-to-back national championships

There were several teams from HBCU institutions (historically Black colleges and universities) at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) and National Dance Alliance (NDA) College National Championship, but only one emerged a champion.

The Knicks need to play with urgency as the Pistons push them to the limit

The portrayal and storylines are plentiful in framing the Knicks as they face a formidable challenge trying to win their best-of-seven opening round series against the resolute Detroit Pistons.

Ivy Harrington, former Morgan State hooper, crowned Miss New Jersey USA

Growing up in New Jersey, Ivy Harrington soaked up basketball knowledge from her father, who had played at Delaware State University.

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Dr. Natiya Guin

Leading Skin Health Expert And Wellness Platform Creator

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TOP 10 TO BOOST YOUR WILLPOWER AND AVOID PITFALLS

Many of us struggle with the challenge of staying committed to our fat loss goals, maintaining a healthy diet, and getting enough sleep. But why does our self-control feel rock solid on some days and almost nonexistent on others?

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TARGETING URINARY INCONSISTENCY WITH YOGA

In the present scenario where women have developed a sedentary lifestyle urinary inconsistency is increasingly becoming a problem.

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Choosing The RIGHT ASSISTED Stretching Technique

As the expression goes, “More stretching, less stressing,” but perhaps you need a helping hand with all that stretching. So much time being spent in front of a screen in our day-to-day lives can create painful muscle stiffness and reduce overall flexibility.

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