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Texas border communities grapple with dueling crises, COVID-19 pandemic and migrant surge
Read full article: Texas border communities grapple with dueling crises, COVID-19 pandemic and migrant surgeSeveral border leaders continue to call on President Joe Biden to pause the release of asylum-seeking migrants into the United States. These calls for help come as many border communities are struggling under the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Survey finds top-searched cocktail during quarantine in every state
Read full article: Survey finds top-searched cocktail during quarantine in every stateNo doubt, people were mixing up more cocktails at home when the pandemic prompted the shutdown of bars and restaurants last year. The travel rewards company Upgraded Points wanted to see which drinks were most popular in each state. They used Google Trends data from March 2020 to March 2021 to see which ones people were looking up the instructions for. Other drinks often searched recipes include mojito, piña colada, white Russian and wine cooler. In Texas, it’s probably no surprise that margarita was the most popular.
Got quarantine cravings? 10 healthy food swaps to help you snack mindfully
Read full article: Got quarantine cravings? 10 healthy food swaps to help you snack mindfullyWe decided to call in reinforcement to help us curb our cravings with healthier options. New York Times bestselling author and health and fitness expert Dr. Ian Smith breaks it all down. While eating the right food and exercising is critical to weight loss success, MIND OVER WEIGHT helps readers win the battle by getting everything in order above the neck. In a departure from his bestselling previous books, MIND OVER WEIGHT contains a plan that deals with food, exercise, and weight loss, but one that doesn’t contain an actual diet plan. To connect with Dr. Ian, click here.
Boozy Date Night: Impress your date with these 2 simple cocktails you can make from home
Read full article: Boozy Date Night: Impress your date with these 2 simple cocktails you can make from homeCAPRIOSKACaprioska (Caprioska)2 oz Reyka Vodka2 Tsp sugar6-8 lime quarteredCombine sugar and lime into rocks glass and gently muddle. Add Reyka Vodka, stir and serve. ICELANDIC ESPRESSO MARTINIIcelandic Espresso Martini (Icelandic Espresso Martini)2 oz Reyka Vodka1 oz Espresso½ oz simpleCombine all ingredients into cocktail shaker. Reyka Icelandic Vodka Brand Ambassador Trevor Schneider and wife and trusted assistant Emily make cocktailing fun, light-hearted and simple. To order Reyka Vodka online, click here.
Doing a little online shopping? 11 items I bought (and loved!) in quarantine
Read full article: Doing a little online shopping? 11 items I bought (and loved!) in quarantineAmazon Prime Days are here, and as the author of this story, I have to tell you: I did a LOT more online purchasing than I planned on, just while sitting around my house in quarantine last year.
How exactly to scale down Thanksgiving this year if you’re cooking for 1 or 2
Read full article: How exactly to scale down Thanksgiving this year if you’re cooking for 1 or 2Cooking up a giant turkey packed with stuffing might not be as realistic for some, especially if you live alone or with a roommate or two.
11 times we were reminded there is good, despite the dud of a year we’ve had
Read full article: 11 times we were reminded there is good, despite the dud of a year we’ve hadDespite the fact that the entire world has been living through a pandemic, there has been a lot of good happening, and we have managed to find quite a bit of it. There are so many people doing good things, but we’ll start by sharing these 11 stories with you. It was some time before the two were reunited, but when they did, “they were laughing like teenagers.”Want to read more? Community raises $300K for injured, retired Army veteran’s new smart home: ‘Pam will never be alone’U.S. Army Sgt. “And I didn’t want to put anyone in danger.”Then, Knowles found out about some special face coverings for the deaf.
This time can be HARD. So tell us: Do you feel like you’re cracking?
Read full article: This time can be HARD. So tell us: Do you feel like you’re cracking?Sure, some things have returned to a state of “normal,” or at least, as normal as can be expected. As the author of this story, and someone who writes/edits from home full-time while juggling toddlers and a recent out-of-state move, I usually just tell people I’m fine, when they ask. Tell us what you’re feeling. Loading…One final thing: It might feel good to fill out our form and vent a little bit (please -- I hope you do! ), but if you’re struggling or dealing with anything related to your mental health, or you’re feeling more than just “not OK,” please reach out to a trusted friend, family member or therapist.
A nationwide look: What’s happening at schools across the country?
Read full article: A nationwide look: What’s happening at schools across the country?Meanwhile, the largest district in the state that’s currently offering face-to-face instruction has now quarantined more than 1,150 students because of possible coronavirus exposure. According to numbers released Wednesday, around 70 students and staff members in the Cherokee County district have tested positive for COVID-19. Washington stateSeattle schools to start with remote teachingThe Seattle school board has voted unanimously to begin the academic year with remote teaching only. The Seattle Times reported the state’s largest school district approved the plan Wednesday. The remote learning plan passed with a wide-ranging amendment from school board members that directs the superintendent to explore creating outdoor classes.
Nothing new to watch on Netflix? Think again
Read full article: Nothing new to watch on Netflix? Think againAt this point in 2020, you’re probably thinking that you’ve watched every movie, TV show and documentary on Netflix. (And with several streaming services -- Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+, to name a few -- there was SO much to see). ‘The Last Dance’This ESPN documentary series about Michael Jordan’s time with the Chicago Bulls captivated America when it premiered at the beginning of the pandemic. In case you missed it, didn’t have access (or now you just want to relive all the magic again) you can finally watch it on Netflix. ‘The Umbrella Academy’The second season of “The Umbrella Academy” dropped on Netflix last month, and fans of the show can’t get enough.
Quarantine hair care: 3 things you can do now to prolong a trip to the salon
Read full article: Quarantine hair care: 3 things you can do now to prolong a trip to the salonAvoid bad shampoosThose shampoos usually have a pearly, murky or iridescent consistency meaning they can leave things behind on your hair. Joseph says these things can really impede healthy hair growth and even dull hair colors, meaning your hair is never really getting cleaned! His favorite product is Color Wow Color Security Shampoo. For colored hair or hair lacking moisture, Color Wow Cocktails can help with specific leave-in treatments. DIY mask treatmentsCreate your own hair mask at home using ingredients you probably have in your kitchen like bananas, avocados, eggs, olive oil and coconut oil.
Eminem wants you to wear a mask in new quarantine single alongside Kid Cudi
Read full article: Eminem wants you to wear a mask in new quarantine single alongside Kid CudiBoth of the rappers are billed on this song, but after a listen, it seems like Eminem is the one being featured on a Kid Cudi song. Eminem, at one point, goes off about people not wearing masks in public:“Half of us walking around like a zombie apocalypse. Other half are just p----- off, and don’t wanna wear a mask and they’re just scoffing. 1 rapper advocating for public health in the middle of a pandemic. We didn’t expect to see Eminem becoming a public health advocate on our 2020 bingo card, but we are here for it.
Tinder is testing video chat -- a feature for the quarantine times
Read full article: Tinder is testing video chat -- a feature for the quarantine timesIf both parties say they are ready to video chat, the function will be unlocked within the chat. Several factors, spurred by the pandemic, led to the acceleration of adding video capabilities to the app, Kozoll said. Bumble launched a voice and video chat feature in June 2019, which allows women to call as soon as they match with someone; Hinge rolled out video capabilities globally in June 2020. Tinder said that for now, while testing the feature, it does not plan to record or archive video conversations. Tinder CEO Elie Seidman previously told CNN Business that the companys plans to roll out video chat capabilities are part of its broader vision to create more digital hangout opportunities.
Harris County places Humble nursing home under quarantine order after at least 13 residents die from COVID-19
Read full article: Harris County places Humble nursing home under quarantine order after at least 13 residents die from COVID-19HUMBLE – A Humble nursing home was hit with a quarantine order after a rash of COVID-19 related deaths were reported. The order was issued Thursday by the Harris County Public Health Department against the Oakmont Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center of Humble. Dr. Umair Shah, the executive director of the Harris County Public Health Department, said he was particularly bothered by delays in reporting COVID related deaths. Shah said 56 residents and staff are also currently being monitored for COVID-19. Shah said both the county and state regulators addressed infection control issues at Oakmont during two visits.
12 comfort foods you should totally make this month
Read full article: 12 comfort foods you should totally make this monthThis is the ultimate comfort food, right? Comfort foods are all about the casseroles (if you haven’t noticed, this is the third casserole on this list), and there is nothing better than this classic tuna noodle casserole. Subs are unequivocally considered comfort food, and the granddaddy of them all has to be a meatball sub. We haven’t had any breakfast foods featured yet, but there is no denying that breakfast is comfort food. Will you be making any of these comfort foods while enjoying the rest of 2020?
Longing for the Summer Olympics? This virtual Marble League might be the next best thing
Read full article: Longing for the Summer Olympics? This virtual Marble League might be the next best thingMeet your newest obsession: Jelle’s Marble Runs. The idea for the Marble League was simple enough: What if marbles competed in a series of events? A man in the Netherlands made it happen, and now, his Marble League is getting so much attention that it deservedly got a shoutout from “Last Week Tonight” host John Oliver. For all new fans, here are all the teams competing in Marble League 2020 and Marble League Showdown! But like most of us, Jelle’s Marble Runs has been facing some economic problems since the pandemic started.
Prince and the Revolution concert from 1985 to stream on YouTube all weekend
Read full article: Prince and the Revolution concert from 1985 to stream on YouTube all weekendWell, in this case, party like it’s 1985, but regardless, you’ll be dancing to some classic Prince hits, thanks to his official YouTube channel. A live concert of Prince and his legendary band, The Revolution -- in Syracuse, New York in 1985 toward the end of their “Purple Rain” tour -- will be available to stream on YouTube all weekend beginning Friday, May 14 and continuing through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, May 17. Viewers can donate money while watching the stream, and Google will match it. The concert was originally released as a VHS back in the day, so Prince fans who have been there from the very beginning might have seen this show. It should be a treat for newer Prince fans who never got to see the man himself in action, especially at the height of his career, when “Purple Rain” was first released.
How to cut your son’s hair at home -- for blondes, it’s a little different
Read full article: How to cut your son’s hair at home -- for blondes, it’s a little differentWe’ve showed you how to master the at-home haircut during quarantine, but cutting hair on people who are blonde -- well, it’s a whole other rodeo. A lot of mistakes can be hidden with people who have dark hair because, well, their hair is dark. It may be noticeable to them, but the average person walking down the street probably isn’t going to notice a chunk of hair not blended in. But for people with blonde hair, however, it’s a different story. That’s why StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan recruited busy mom Lauren once again to give one of her sons another at-home haircut, and luckily, her second son is a blondie.
Did you know you can give yourself a full spa treatment, with ingredients found in your own home?
Read full article: Did you know you can give yourself a full spa treatment, with ingredients found in your own home?The spa might be closed, but that doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself while quarantining, right? Believe it or not, there are tons of remedies for facial and hair treatments -- that you can do with ingredients that you probably already have deep in your cupboard or refrigerator. StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan had his friend Katrina show him just how easy it is to create a supple face mask and color correctors for hair with pantry item staples, such as milk, honey, and yes, even ketchup. It might seem a little strange at first, but using organic and natural ingredients like milk and honey can make a luxurious face mask -- and if your hair is damaged by the sun or chlorine from a pool, ketchup can take care of that right away. Obviously, nothing compares to a day trip to a spa, getting waited on hand and foot, but with a little imagination (and some at-home ingredients), you can turn your home into the spa of your dreams, even in quarantine.
Going gray a little sooner than expected? Join the ‘grombre’ movement
Read full article: Going gray a little sooner than expected? Join the ‘grombre’ movementMeet Martha Truslow Smith, a graphic designer from North Carolina who got her first gray hair at the age of 14, as she wrote once on social media. Smith started coloring her hair to hide what was happening, but instead of gaining assurance, she felt anxious and misrepresented. Yes, Smith decided to stop fighting nature: by embracing the gray, and letting it grow out, regardless of her age. She started an Instagram account to document her journey -- you can find Smith @grombre -- and, get ready for this, at last check, the page had about 193,000 followers. Going “grombre,” by the way, isn’t so much a trend as much as it is a movement.
How to fix a botched quarantine haircut? Buzz it
Read full article: How to fix a botched quarantine haircut? Buzz itIf you have short hair and your attempt to give yourself an at-home quarantine haircut didn’t go so well, your only option might be to buzz it. That’s what happened to StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan’s friend Scott, but luckily for him, a quick buzz cut (with the correct guard) fixed his botched hair in no time. Jordan also suggests using a guard that isn’t too short, so you can take away more hair if you desire. Once that hair is gone, it’s gone, so always be mindful of how much you’re taking off. You can watch the newest StyleWise video above, and make sure to like and subscribe to the StyleWise channel for more videos.
You can listen to Daniel Radcliffe read chapter one of ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’
Read full article: You can listen to Daniel Radcliffe read chapter one of ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’Having Harry Potter himself read them to you, of course! J.K. Rowling is gathering up some of her famous muggle friends to bring fans the ultimate Harry Potter quarantine entertainment. The entire first book in Rowling’s wizarding series, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” will be available for fans to listen to, and each chapter will be read by a different celebrity once a week, starting off with Daniel Radcliffe, aka Harry Potter. The site is full of puzzles, quizzes and articles that focus on everything Harry Potter and Hogwarts. You can watch a video of Radcliffe reading chapter one of the book here, or listen to it on Spotify.
Cleaning, sanitizing your makeup brushes has never been so important
Read full article: Cleaning, sanitizing your makeup brushes has never been so importantIf you’ve never thought about sanitizing your makeup brushes, now may be the time to do it. Hopefully you’re not sharing any makeup brushes while you’re quarantined, but even if you’re not -- making sure you have a clean makeup brush can help stop the spread of any kind of germs that may be residing on your face. Cleaning the brushes with soap and water is a step in the right direction, but Jordan suggests making sure you soak the brushes in isopropyl alcohol so they are fully sanitized. And if you’re worried about the brushes drying out, just soak them in some water and hair conditioner after the alcohol. Even when it comes to the packaging of makeup products, Jordan suggests finding ones that are in bottles or have pumps; that way, you don’t cross-contaminate while touching the product.
Disney selling face masks with beloved characters, donating proceeds to charity
Read full article: Disney selling face masks with beloved characters, donating proceeds to charityNow that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending people wear cloth face coverings in public settings, Disney is getting in on the face mask game, and making masks featuring your favorite Disney characters. Disney said the company would donate all profits from the sales in the U.S. of Disney’s cloth face masks to Medshare, now through Sept. 30. That’s right, you can have Baby Yoda on your face mask while you grocery shop at Trader Joe’s. In addition to donating the proceeds of these colorful masks, Disney said it will donate 1 million cloth face masks to children and families in vulnerable communities across the United States. From Elsa, Anna, Buzz and Woody, there is a face mask for every Disney fan.
5 banana bread recipes we’re drooling over
Read full article: 5 banana bread recipes we’re drooling overNo, it’s just not you -- it seems that everyone is making banana bread during quarantine, and if you haven’t done so already, it’s time to jump on the bandwagon. Banana bread is really more of a cake than a bread, but regardless, it’s the perfect thing to make if you’re wanting to dip your toes into the wonderful world of baking bread. Most bread recipes are generally the same, but we searched the internet high and low to find the easiest-looking banana bread recipes, so you can impress your friends and family with your new-found baking skills. This is another easy banana bread recipe. It combines two of the greatest breads that have ever existed: cinnamon swirl bread, and obviously, banana bread.
This is where Houstonians said they plan to go first after Texas reopens
Read full article: This is where Houstonians said they plan to go first after Texas reopensGreg Abbott’s executive order opens Texas, and the answers were, shall we say, varied among respondents. Kari Lynn: A Mexican restaurant patio. Brittani Aaron: Our neighborhood Mexican restaurant. Abbott's executive order opens Texas? Let us know in the... Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Monday, April 27, 2020Where are you planning to go first?
How to get camera-ready for your next Zoom work meeting
Read full article: How to get camera-ready for your next Zoom work meetingWith a lot of Americans working from their homes for the time being, meetings on Zoom have become the new normal. Just because you might be having your meeting from the comfort of your bed doesn’t mean that the professionalism of your workplace can’t exist at home -- so it’s a good idea to make sure you’re looking your best. StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan has a few simple ways you can easily transform your Zoom meeting aesthetic from casual at-home to business chic. Jordan says there are a few easy things you can do to improve the way you look on Zoom, including having a background with pop of color and having the perfect lighting. Check out Jordan’s latest StyleWise video, and make sure you like and subscribe to see more.
YouTube CEO says people are discovering different kinds of videos as the pandemic rages
Read full article: YouTube CEO says people are discovering different kinds of videos as the pandemic rages"We certainly have seen how our users have changed," YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki said in an interview for CNN's "Reliable Sources." Videos that contradict the World Health Organization's recommendations about social distancing guidelines would also be a policy violation. The YouTube homepage for users in the United States now includes dedicated areas for CDC videos about Covid-19 as well as learning videos for children. On March 20, YouTube announced a Covid-19 "news shelf" on its homepage, surfacing news videos from mainstream sources about the virus. That's one of the keys to the site's endless fount of fresh content, Wojcicki pointed out: Many creators "were working from home even before Covid-19."
Everything you need to know before cutting your hair at home
Read full article: Everything you need to know before cutting your hair at homeBut before you whip out the first set of scissors you see sitting around in the junk drawer, StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan has some helpful tips on what you need to know about giving yourself an at-home haircut. 1 Jordan recommends is having the proper scissors (or shears, if you’re fancy) to get the job done. Jordan recommends investing in a pair of thinning shears. The thinning shears are more forgiving and do a better job at blending the edges, as opposed to a regular pair of shears. You can check out the full StyleWise video, above, for some more advice.
7 concert films you should watch if you’re really missing live music
Read full article: 7 concert films you should watch if you’re really missing live musicSome experts believe it could be more than a year until live concerts return to our daily lives, which is heartbreaking for people who love seeing live music. So until then, the next best thing to do is watch a concert movie from one of your favorite artists. Look no further than Beyoncé's “Homecoming,” her live concert that was filmed in 2018 when she headlined Coachella, the Southern California music festival. From the costumes, dancing and marching band music arrangements, Beyoncé transformed Coachella into “Beychella,” and we’re lucky enough that the entire show is documented. Not only is Timberlake’s music incredible catchy, but the production value that went into this show, especially the choreography, makes it worth visiting.
‘Little Fires Everywhere’ should be your next quarantine TV binge
Read full article: ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ should be your next quarantine TV bingeBefore we dive in on how this TV show is a masterclass on race, class and motherhood, let’s talk about how it came together. Based off the book by the same name by Celeste Ng, the TV adaptation stars Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington as two mothers who live in Shaker Heights, Ohio. The co-stars are also executive producers on the show, having a heavy hand in the choices made to adapt the book into a TV series. The first few episodes are a slow burn as we get introduced to the residents of Shaker Heights, but by the middle of episode three, you are completely hooked and it becomes difficult to stop watching. and you can’t fathom watching another season of “The Office,” take a look at “Little Fires Everywhere” on Hulu.
Want the perfect 'quarantine haircut’? Make sure you’re choosing the correct clippers
Read full article: Want the perfect 'quarantine haircut’? Make sure you’re choosing the correct clippersIf you’ve never given yourself (or a someone else) a quick haircut, you’ll soon realize why cosmetology school exists. Anyone who has gone to the barber knows that they use different clippers to measure how much hair comes off. Most people run into trouble while cutting their hair at home because they start with too short of a guard, Jordan said. Once it’s gone, it’s gone. As always, practice makes perfect to nail a quarantine haircut at home, so don’t beat yourself up too badly if it looks like you cut your hair with a weed whacker as opposed to an electric razor.
Beauty businesses offering DIY grooming kits, tutorials to help clients through pandemic
Read full article: Beauty businesses offering DIY grooming kits, tutorials to help clients through pandemicHOUSTON – As hair and nail salons in Houston remain closed people are starting to taking grooming into their own hands. “I’m getting married in August so we’ve been prepping my skin,” Pena said. She said stress and cloth face masks have been taking a toll on her client’s skin. It’s a whole household.”Along with the kit, she’s offering one-on-one virtual calls and tutorial videos to help walk her clients though what to do. She said since the quarantine brow kits have been selling so well she may sell them full-time.
You should revisit these 11 movie franchises while quarantined
Read full article: You should revisit these 11 movie franchises while quarantinedLuckily for us, there are tons of films that have gone on to become major movie franchises, with sequel after sequel bringing back some of the most beloved characters of all time. So, if you want to take a break from binging “The Office” for the 10th time and want to dig in to some classics, consider watching these movie franchises from front to back. ‘Star Wars’Writer and director George Lucas created a movie about a team of rebels fighting evil in a galaxy far, far away, and it’s gone on to become one of the most influential movie franchises of all time. ‘Toy Story’A lot of the movie franchises are for teens and adults, but the “Toy Story” movies are great because the entire family can enjoy them. ‘Marvel’Anyone who has gone to see a Marvel movie knows that there are a ton of them.
This is how you make the internet-famous whipped coffee
Read full article: This is how you make the internet-famous whipped coffeeYou might have seen people posting about making a whipped coffee at home, otherwise known by its proper name, Dalgona Coffee. Dalgona Coffee is a whipped coffee concoction floating on top of your specific choice of milk with ice. You mix together 2 tablespoons of instant coffee and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons of hot water. Mix the ingredients in a bowl with a hand mixer or by hand until the mixture is whipped and fluffy. Pour in hot or cold milk -- whichever you like -- and top it with the whipped coffee mixture.
This 97-year-old grandmother is going viral for her quarantine baking videos
Read full article: This 97-year-old grandmother is going viral for her quarantine baking videosPITTSBURGH, Pa – An Easter bread recipe video brought a 97-year-old Pittsburgh grandma into viral fame as many are looking to bake through their quarantine. Lucy Pollock, with help from her daughter Mary Ellen Raneri, posted several baking videos on their Facebook page, Baking with Lucy, to give quarantined viewers something to do in their own kitchen. EASTER BREAD VIDEO 1 Ingredients and pretp This video is the first one we did! "So we did basic stuff, and the Easter bread recipe she always makes got all these hits. Some of her baking videos include making gnocchi and meatballs with an Italian taste.
11 crazy fun things people are doing to pass the time in quarantine
Read full article: 11 crazy fun things people are doing to pass the time in quarantineHOUSTON – From legend Judi Dench in a ridiculous hat to some lady with a knife, long hair and a mission, these are some of the craziest, fun things people are doing in quarantine. A neighbor came up with a brilliant idea to raise everyone's spirits. A synchronized flash mob: Drive-by style. 💃🏾🕺🏾💃🏾🕺🏾(CC @jtimberlake) pic.twitter.com/Zs49WZ2cTa — Goodable (@Goodable) April 15, 2020Amazing illusionsChallenge acceptedWhat are you doing in quarantine for fun? Let us know in the comments.
Hiding from your kids? Cutting your own bangs? These are your “Quarantine Confessions”
Read full article: Hiding from your kids? Cutting your own bangs? These are your “Quarantine Confessions”HOUSTON – With all of this new found time at home, have you been doing a few things you wouldn’t normally do? Maybe it’s eating leftover Chinese food for breakfast, trying to dye your own hair, or just sitting in the car with nowhere to go. WE FEEL YOUR PAIN. We are definitely not here to judge, but rather let you vent! Watch Lauren Kelly gather up a few “Quarantine Confessions” that we can all relate to.
92-year-old man helps wife dye her hair so she feels ‘well-groomed’
Read full article: 92-year-old man helps wife dye her hair so she feels ‘well-groomed’As hair salons fall under the non-essential business sector, many who have become impatient are cutting and dying their own hair at home. Ahova Shapira, from Givatayim, Israel, got the salon treatment from her husband Ezra while the two were isolating at home, WTSP reports. The couple’s granddaughter Yael Shapira Avraham originally shared the photo, that has now gone viral, on her Facebook page. In the photo, Ezra carefully paints the dye on Ahova’s hair as she sits in her wheelchair. “In every situation my grandfather is worried that my grandmother will feel well-groomed you don’t see things like this every day,” Avraham wrote in Hebrew.
SOCIAL: Here are 6 quarantine memes that will give you a good laugh
Read full article: SOCIAL: Here are 6 quarantine memes that will give you a good laughKPRC 2 viewers sent us some of their funniest quarantine memes. KPRC 2 viewers sent us some of their funniest quarantine memes. Here are a few that are likely to make you crack up:
Struggling to stay sober? Curious about cutting back? This app just might save you
Read full article: Struggling to stay sober? Curious about cutting back? This app just might save youIt includes sober dating, travel information, community groups, booze-less guides, where to find the best mocktails; you name it. Gottlieb said there has been a lot of interest in Loosid’s “sober curious” groups. How can the app help? For example, select “I just relapsed and I need help” or “Weekend and holiday support,” and you’ll be linked with people and resources. “Some people are coming out of the hospitality industry -- people with no money, who need help now,” Gottlieb said.
#QuarantineCut: These are the hilarious social media posts people are posting about their haircuts
Read full article: #QuarantineCut: These are the hilarious social media posts people are posting about their haircutsMany are tagging their posts #QuarantineCut. Among them was the TODAY Show’s Carson Daly who cut his hair on Wednesday morning live on TV. Here are some of the funniest posts KPRC 2 found on social media as people take the plunge and whip out the scissors, comb and clippers. pic.twitter.com/0zHaEsjpYR — Kyle Clark (@KyleClark) March 29, 2020THIS IS NOT GOING WELL pic.twitter.com/bA6Acp1DzT — Kyle Clark (@KyleClark) March 29, 2020The haircut is complete. pic.twitter.com/BidG19nrre — Kyle Clark (@KyleClark) March 29, 2020So I broke today and gave myself a #QuarantineCut...
You can watch these new movies from the comfort of your couch
Read full article: You can watch these new movies from the comfort of your couchThanks to the power of video on demand with streaming services Amazon Prime and Apple TV, most of the movies that planned on hitting theaters during this time are now available to watch from the comfort of your own couch. The movie tells a story of a modern world run by mythical creatures who use magic to do amazing things. ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’The final installment of the “Star Wars” movies already hit theaters around the holidays, but it’s now available to buy digitally so you can watch it at home. Since the rest of the “Star Wars” movies are on Disney+, we wouldn’t be surprised to see it pop up there soon. It’s a psychological thriller that probably isn’t for everyone, but it is available to purchase and watch at home.
We might be getting one more ‘Tiger King’ episode, according to show’s Jeff Lowe
Read full article: We might be getting one more ‘Tiger King’ episode, according to show’s Jeff LoweOne of the stars of the series, Jeff Lowe, made a personalized Cameo for Los Angeles Dodgers player Justin Turner, and Lowe announced that one more episode is still to come in the epic “Tiger King” saga. So our friend @christie_dish listened to the podcast, @HoldingKourt and after last weeks episode decided to send us this!!! 🚨BREAKING NEWS FOLKS🚨There will be 1 more episode of #TigerKing on@Netflix pic.twitter.com/YeRSIlDKTJ — Justin Turner (@redturn2) April 4, 2020“Netflix is adding one more episode. Netflix hasn’t actually confirmed a new episode of the show, but given its huge popularity while everyone is stuck inside quarantining, it makes sense for the streaming network to capitalize on the “Tiger King” phenomenon while it’s still hot. Oh, and if you still haven’t hunkered down on your couch to watch “Tiger King” yet, what are you waiting for?
“We finished Netflix.” Lauren Kelly’s ‘Quarantine Chronicles’ part 2
Read full article: “We finished Netflix.” Lauren Kelly’s ‘Quarantine Chronicles’ part 2HOUSTON – Anyone know what day it is? Anyone else feeling a bit delirious after all this time at home? It’s been 3 weeks of staying home to stay safe, and by now we’re all feeling the affects of keeping busy without leaving the house. We’ve run out of shows to watch, we’re tired of snacking all day, and it seems like it goes straight from coffee time to wine time. Check out Lauren Kelly and her boyfriend Gabriel’s “Quarantine Chronicles” and let us know the weird things YOU’RE doing to pass the time.
These YouTube tutorials might help with cutting your own hair
Read full article: These YouTube tutorials might help with cutting your own hairSnip, snip, it’s time to learn how to cut your own hair. With hair salons and barbershops shut down in many states across America during the pandemic, many people are looking for ways on how they still have a fresh haircut without leaving home. Do-it-yourself haircut tutorials have been on YouTube for years, but now, more than ever, people are looking for fresh content to help them feel a little bit more themselves during this unsettling time period. Here are a few different videos, if you’re brave enough to attempt something like this. Short hair:Long hair:
Running out of things to do with the kids? Here are 13 more ideas
Read full article: Running out of things to do with the kids? Here are 13 more ideasThe author of "Harry Potter" has launched an online Potter hub to keep children educated and entertained during the coronavirus. (Premier Martial Arts)Premier Martial Arts Rosenberg, Magnolia, Dickinson & League City locations are offering free online classes to students of all ages, 4 – 104. Khan Academy is offering free daily schedules and learning resources for kids aged 2 to 18-years-old. Here are 12 Famous Museums offering Virtual Tours you can take on your Couch. This site allows kids to hang out with Dr. Seuss and his friends, all while playing games and reading.
Netflix’s ‘Tiger King’ is essential quarantine viewing
Read full article: Netflix’s ‘Tiger King’ is essential quarantine viewingWe all know that Netflix has hundreds of movies and TV shows for us to watch, but there’s a new true crime documentary series that just landed called “Tiger King,” and it’s the perfect show to watch while you’re quarantined inside your home. The story mostly follows the self-proclaimed “Tiger King,” also known as Joe Exotic. Exotic (as well as the other exotic animal owners featured in the series) has a nemesis, and her name is Carole Baskin, who owns the Big Cat Rescue in Tampa, Florida. He hates Baskin more than anything in the world, and won’t stop at anything until he sees her destroyed. Let us know what you think of “Tiger King” in the comments once you’ve finished.
Lauren Kelly’s “Quarantine Chronicles” are way too relatable
Read full article: Lauren Kelly’s “Quarantine Chronicles” are way too relatableHOUSTON – With an order out from our city officials to stay home for the time being, it seems like we’re all getting a touch of cabin fever. Sometimes you don’t change clothes all day. And sometimes, you just want to have a Cosmo at 10 a.m. in the morning! Not to make light of a very serious situation, but everyone deserves a lugs during these rough times. So watch this video from Lauren Kelly and her boyfriend Gabriel about how they’ve been spending some of their time at home.
Lauren Kelly’s “Quarantine Chronicles” are way too relatable | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: Lauren Kelly’s “Quarantine Chronicles” are way too relatable | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Lauren Kelly’s “Quarantine Chronicles” are way too relatable | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: March 26, 2020, 1:55 pmHave you been doing too much snacking, or celebrating happy hour a bit too early...EVERY DAY? You're not alone! Take a look at how Lauren Kelly has been spending her days at home in her "Quarantine Chronicles."
A list of binge-worthy Netflix shows to help you forget you’re stuck inside
Read full article: A list of binge-worthy Netflix shows to help you forget you’re stuck insideHOUSTON – You’ve cleaned the house, done the laundry AND the dishes, and now you’re staring at the tv screen. There are so many options on your Netflix homepage it almost feels a little overwhelming. Well, since no one is leaving the house it’s time to do some serious binge-watching! By now I’m sure you’ve seen a few lists of shows new to the 'Flix, but the Houston Life team put together a few more suggestions to help pass the (quaran)time. NEW NETFLIX SHOWS:1.
5 fun things to do for Spring Break even if you can’t leave the house
Read full article: 5 fun things to do for Spring Break even if you can’t leave the houseHOUSTON – Usually, Spring Break is the time of year where kids have a full week off from school, and parents only need to worry about entertaining them for 7 days. Well, thanks to the Coronavirus outbreak, not only are parents trying to keep everyone busy for 7 days, some kids will be out of school for much, much longer. FAMILY BOARD GAME COMPETITIONSThe ultimate family fun night definitely includes a round or two of Taboo, maybe Monopoly...or how about Twister? My mom is doing her Weight Watchers meetings virtually, and my sisters kids’ music classes are being offered virtually as well. Let the kids rummage through their old Halloween costumes, or even better...let them go through mom and dad’s closet.