The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show returns, but can it keep up with the times? Fashion enthusiasts and casual viewers alike are eager to see what the iconic lingerie brand has in store for its audience. Although, they're divided between those who stand behind Victoria's Secret and those who believe it's time for the brand to change. For years, the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show was a cultural phenomenon. Millions of viewers tuned in each year to watch the world's most famous supermodels strut down the runway in extravagant lingerie, backed by chart-topping musical acts. It was an event that epitomized the glamorous and aspirational image that Victoria's Secret had built its … [Read more...] about Inclusivity and Diversity: The Return of Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Helping CSUSB students improve physical mobility and flexible
By Avrie McCumber The stresses and schedule of everyday life are a major concern for our bodies. Emmanuel Morales is on a mission to counteract that by teaching college students how to be physically mobile and flexible. You can catch Morales every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC), room 205, at California State University, San Bernardino. Morales works as a personal trainer and group instructor at CSUSB. In an interview with Morales, the importance of mobility was a major concern and priority of his. Q: Why is mobility important? A: Mobility to me equals physical freedom. The more limber and supple you are now, … [Read more...] about Helping CSUSB students improve physical mobility and flexible
Farmers Market Returns to The City of Redlands
The city of Redlands has introduced a new Downtown Morning Market to be held every Saturday between eight am and noon on East State Street beginning March 4, 2023. One of the many victims of the pandemic-induced closures was the cherished Redlands Thursday Market Night. After a nearly three-year absence, the Redlands City Council voted last year to bring it back–this time, as a Saturday Downtown Morning Market in combination with the city’s established Certified Farmers Market. According to the City of Redlands’s Facilities and Community Services Department, this change was made to “Better complement the downtown businesses and current staffing levels,” the City of Redlands’s Facilities … [Read more...] about Farmers Market Returns to The City of Redlands
Hillcrest Farmers Market Inspires Over 100 Vendors
By Rigoberto Aguilar Beginning in 1997, the Hillcrest market opened for people wishing to promote their local products. They would gather every Sunday beginning with only 27 stands. The market took a big blow during covid where it was forced to close for almost a year and a half. Now in 2023, the market is seen as the go-to place in the county to try and support local small businesses in the community. With hundreds of different vendors coming out to showcase their products, it is a great way to reach people in the community to build up clientele and support, roughly 10,000 people come out to enjoy the market every week. Free admission to everyone. “A pillar in the community, where … [Read more...] about Hillcrest Farmers Market Inspires Over 100 Vendors
Mac and cheese holiday recipe
With the holidays right around the corner, everyone is looking for those crowd-pleasing recipes. This mac and cheese is a hit every year! Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly butter a 9x13 inch baking sheet. Cook the pasta for 1 minute of al dente, according to the package instructions. Remove the pasta from the heat, drain it, and return it to the pot. Drizzle pasta with olive oil, stir to coat well, and set aside to cool. Next, prepare the bread crumb topping by melting the butter and combining bread crumbs and parmesan cheese. Set it aside and start to prepare the cheese sauce. During this step, it is very important not to leave sauce unattended … [Read more...] about Mac and cheese holiday recipe
Advice: Become a Do-It-Yourselfer
Not being able to depend on luxury facilities being open has motivated me to be proactive. Refusing to not go without manicures, wax services, and getting my hair done has given me the “Do It Yourself” (or DIY) spirit. Here's how you can treat yourself at home. Try an at-home manicure system It is just like going into the nail salon. Soak your nails, remove cuticles, polish and dry. You're date ready in a matter of thirty minutes. Keep in mind just because the world is in crisis does not mean your nails have to be. If it sounds like too much work, use gel polish. The style lasts up to three weeks, saving yourself some time to get your studies done. This is my personal preference … [Read more...] about Advice: Become a Do-It-Yourselfer
Advice: Killer time crunch workout
With gyms being open again across Southern California, people are rushing back to their workout routines. Some of these workouts include supersets, drop sets, and burnouts. However, if you are getting tired of the same exercises and want to try something new in a short amount of time, there is one called Accelerated Results 7 (AR-7). AR-7 is a full body, circuit style workout that uses low reps, low weight, and, most importantly, low rest. The goal of AR-7 is to use the short rest period to stimulate the muscles and make them feel like the weight that you are lifting is heavier than it really is. When doing AR-7, you will be doing only three basic lifts and one body weight … [Read more...] about Advice: Killer time crunch workout
Tricks to treat your Halloween cravings
If you're looking for delicious snacks to have this Halloween, here are some easy and affordable recipes! Decorative Apples Items/Ingredients: Apples, covering chocolate, gummy Lifesavers candy, chocolate chips, red writing icing, skewer sticks, parchment paper Instructions: Wash the apples and dry them. Insert the apples on the sticks. Place the melting chocolate in bowl and microwave for thirty seconds, then stir. Continue this process until chocolate melts completely. Insert the apple in the chocolate bowl and apply the coat evenly, then place on parchment paper to set. Continue this process until all apples are coated with chocolate. Apply one Lifesaver gummy in the center of … [Read more...] about Tricks to treat your Halloween cravings
Huevos rancheros recipe to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage is a month to celebrate family traditions, customs, fiestas and much more. It also means enjoying delicious food! Being Mexican-American, I love spiciness in my food even at breakfast time - yes that's right breakfast! My mother would cook huevos rancheros for my father after a hangover, or when she was feeling like he needed some spiciness to wake him up. I would never pay attention to how she would make them, since I did not like them when I was younger, but now they are the best for me. I can have them every morning. Not to mention, they are my husband's favorite as well. It is a very simple breakfast to make - preparation time is around 10-20 minutes - and I … [Read more...] about Huevos rancheros recipe to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Touchdown on this jalapeño popper dip
As the 2020-2021 NFL season begins and the pandemic continues, tailgate parties are considered unsafe to take part in. Even if it's not encouraged to host a lot of people, that doesn't mean you can't have fun in the kitchen. Have fun with this football season with this jalapeño popper dip recipe! First you'll need these ingredients which I have listed below: 10 slices bacon 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened 1/3 c. mayonnaise 1/3 c. sour cream 1 tsp. garlic powder 2 jalapeños, minced 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar 1 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper This recipe can feed four to six people and preparation time is only 30 … [Read more...] about Touchdown on this jalapeño popper dip