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For actress Taraji P. Henson, life may be imitating art as she was recently on hand at NASA’s mission control center in Houston for a very special cause. “I’ve become a face for space with this little movie I did,” Henson joked while chatting with Travel + Leisure, of course, referencing her award-winning role as famed mathmetician Katherine Johnson in “Hidden Figures.” “I was excited because I know how impactful that film was, and how, how impactful it was for little girls and for girls of color because when I was growing up, there was this unspoken understanding that math and science were just for boys,” she said....

Alicia Silverstone just uploaded the sweetest throwback video of her singing her son Bear to sleep when he was younger to commemorate his 11th birthday. On May 5, Silverstone posted a touching video of her and Bear with the caption, “My little guy is a grown up😭🥺❤️.” Now in the video, she captioned it saying, “I used to sing to my son Bear when he was little… and now he turns 11 today!...

The Central American country of Belize rolled back pandemic-related entry restrictions on Friday, July 15, becoming the latest destination to do so. Going forward, visitors to Belize will no longer need to show proof of vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test to enter land and sea borders, the Belize Tourism Board shared with Travel + Leisure. “With the emergence of weaker variants of COVID-19 and with the global trend of restrictions being relaxed, the time has come to take the pressure off of our health systems,” Kevin Bernard, the minister of health and wellness for Belize, said in a statement provided to T+L....

Blake Shelton isn’t just embracing having stepkids – he’s absolutely head over heels about it. During an interview with Country Countdown USA, PEOPLE reported that the singer opened up about being stepfather to Gwen Stefani’s three children, Kingston, Zuma and Apollo. Shelton admitted that initially, Stefani wasn’t sure if she could have a long-term relationship while raising her kids. “I think Gwen thought, when we first started seeing each other, that it was just gonna be a moment in time because of that,” Shelton explained....

Cindy Crawford is ushering in the holiday season with an absolutely angelic look. She’s sporting an all-white ensemble that is breezy and relaxed — yet still shows off the supermodel that she is. The 56-year-old fashion icon was shooting her latest ad for Yalea eyewear, but it’s her outfit that caught our eye. (See the photo HERE.) Crawford wore a white sleeveless mock turtleneck paired with a mesh skirt — it looks so chic and effortless....

There have been plenty of Bachelor Nation breakups this past year, but the most recent is one that many people felt they saw coming. Of course, we all rooted for former Bachelorette Clare Crawley and contestant Dale Moss, but it became evident that the two were on different pages about core aspects of their relationship, especially at the speed they wanted to progress. Still, it was a shock yesterday when Moss posted a statement to Instagram sharing the news of the couple’s split....

Instead of conquering the acting world like her parents, Demi Moore and Bruce Willis’s daughter, Scout Willis, has decided to take on the music world. On Oct. 14, Scout posted a gorgeous photo to Instagram along with a heartfelt message saying, “2 days…I wrote this song in 2016 in the midst of profound heartbreak, hope, confusion, tenderness, and growth. It kept me company like a tender friend, narrating a story I was living in real time, softening the edges of my pain as only art can....

Elizabeth Hurley is roaring into the summer season with her latest bikini looks from her swimsuit line. She’s also reminding all of us to take a little time for ourselves over the warmer months to enjoy a bike ride, a day at the beach, or whatever makes us step away from our laptops to relax. Her stylish summer look involves a gorgeous yellow bikini with braided embellishments on the sides of the swimsuit bottoms....

Emma Thompson is calling out Hollywood for not only how they treat older women on film, but also how conditioned audiences have become to bodies enhanced by plastic surgery. While she isn’t condemning those who choose to do that to themselves, the Oscar winner believes it shouldn’t be the standard in the entertainment industry because it creates unrealistic expectations. She’s diving into this hot topic because her new movie, Good Luck to You, Leo Grande, forced her to disrobe for the big screen....

Parfaits are the perfect dessert for a couple of reasons. First, they’re delicious but they are also the easiest dessert to make and most importantly, in the summer when it’s too unbearably hot to even think about turning on your oven to bake something, parfaits require no cooking or baking so your house remains cool. There are also endless flavor combos but sometimes simple is best and that’s what one of our favorite food queens, Giada De Laurentiis, had in mind when she shared this delicious no-cook recipe that only calls for four ingredients....

Heidi Klum had a fun and flirty time in Las Vegas, donning some stunning lingerie and posing in her hotel room. As she peered down on the city by her window, which obviously had privacy glass, she gave us a glimpse of her fit and toned figure. The supermodel was showing off the latest rage on TikTok: hip dips. If you are scratching your head over what exactly that is, it’s the indentation where the hip bone naturally meets the thigh....

As COVID slowly continues to retreat in the rearview, many places — and properties — around the world are swarming with tourists. It doesn’t exactly scream peaceful holiday. But there are breathtaking destinations that are not currently overrun, beckoning travelers of all ages, including little ones. Throughout Vietnam, as I experienced firsthand this June, a sense of solitude, serenity, and sweetness is still pervasive. By no means are acclaimed luxury hotels and resorts ghost towns; the Vietnamese did a wonderful job of exploring their own country during the pandemic....

Kim Kardashian doesn’t have the time or energy to keep up with Kanye West‘s erratic behavior any longer, according to sources close to the business mogul. Page Six reports that Kim “is so fed up with West’s behavior that she doesn’t even talk to him about their kids’ schedules anymore without a third party,” according to insiders who are in the know about the situation. One source in particular shared, “They have had zero communication in several weeks, and all communication regarding the kids’ schedules are now coordinated through assistants....

Talk about a sweet 16! Madonna and son David Banda celebrated the teenager’s 16th birthday in style, depicted in photos the pop star shared on Instagram. “I cannot believe you have grown into this young man! This artist. This athlete. This articulate and charismatic human,” the proud mom captioned a Tuesday slideshow of the teen through the years. “Who knew when I met you at Home of Hope Orphanage in Malawi, drinking coke out of a baby bottle and wearing no diaper that you would become this force of nature?...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Sure, August might be the last month of summer, but some people are still celebrating — and for good reason. Take the Obamas, for example. Today marks former President Barack Obama’s birthday, and just like every August for the last several years, we were treated to a sweet birthday shout-out courtesy of Barack’s wife, Michelle Obama....

Unless you live in the Detroit area, chances are you haven’t heard of Birmingham. A 30-minute drive north of Motor City, the charming city has a modest population of around 21,000 residents, but it brims with urban perks like world-class shopping, a pedestrian-friendly downtown, and cultural offerings belying its small size. As it turns out, everything that makes Birmingham so livable also makes it a terrific place to visit. It’s no wonder why longtime resident and entrepreneur Mark Mitchell decided to venture into hospitality and open the Daxton Hotel in spring 2021....

One of the easiest ways to recreate the luxurious feeling of staying at a nice hotel when you’re not traveling is by investing in a bathrobe. But, not just any plain old robe will suffice; it has to be a Parachute robe. After all, each one is made with the finest materials to ensure that the wearer is wrapped in ultimate coziness and comfort. Parachute fans know that the brand’s popular robes were recently marked down during Cyber Week — in fact, a representative from the brand told us in a press email that a robe sold every 60 seconds — and for a limited time, you’ll have another opportunity to score more discounts thanks to a special sale event....

Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae Young have been excitedly dropping hints about their glamorous wedding plans since announcing their engagement in July. From discussing their possible mystery destination wedding to sharing who won’t be on their guestlist the couple has it all figured out. Which is why we were surprised when the two seemingly ditched their plans to elope in Las Vegas last week. But, in a recent Instagram photo courtesy of El Moussa, the two shared what looks like an engagement photo....

Sipping hot chocolate, ice skating in Bryant Park, and meandering down Fifth Avenue while browsing shops with cheerful window displays all combine to create the quintessential New York City holiday moment. Christmas in New York City distinctively holds an unparalleled magic: Once you experience it, it will ruin you forever — in the best way, of course. In a tradition established more than 80 years ago by Italian immigrants pooling their earnings during the Great Depression, the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree draws locals and visitors to celebrate the merriest time of the year....

The Bag Wizard Laptop Tote is made from sturdy, durable canvas with faux leather straps. The bag zips closed to keep your items secure inside, and it also features three exterior pockets where you can store items like a tablet, book, or headphones. Inside, you’ll find a 15.6-inch padded laptop compartment, two large main pockets, three elastic pen loops, one zippered pocket, and four slip pockets on the sides of the tote where you can store your phone, wallet, and other small accessories....