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Should We Stop Using Filters? The No-Filter Trend on TikTok Says So

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Social media has brought us face to face with a new, somewhat virtual reality. Stories and posts in the feeds of celebrities, influencers and even regular users are filled with filters – filters that change users’ faces and features to make them ‘more attractive’. Swollen lips, thin noses, flawless skin and much more. But on TikTok, the revolution is on its way with #filtersareunhealthy. Say goodbye to the filters that screw up our self-esteemThe photos and videos we see every day on social media do not reflect the truth and cause many problems in the mental health of young people who are constantly exposed to unrealistic beauty standards. Read More...

Singer Mary J Blige's prominent tattoos get airbrushed off for new cover shoot celebrating her figur

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Mary J Blige's disappearing act: Singer's prominent tattoos get airbrushed off for new cover shoot celebrating her figureBy Juliet Paylor Published: 12:22 EST, 19 November 2013 | Updated: 16:27 EST, 19 November 2013 e-mail 109 View comments When Mary J Blige posed for the January cover of Shape magazine to celebrate being in the best physical condition of her life, apparently there was a caveat. Read More...

World's sexiest explorer Fabien Cousteau on shark attacks

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Fabien Cousteau has come face to face with great white sharks more times than he cares to remember. The underwater explorer spent four-and-a-half months swimming with the apex predators for a documentary and gained a special insight into their unique habits and behaviours.  In order to study the fearsome beasts in their most natural state he even developed a shark-shaped submarine called Troy. During one terrifying episode Troy broke down and Cousteau was forced swim back to shore. Read More...