Sunday, March 31, 2024

Nicole Neumann revealed how famous her platonic love was: “I loved him”

(Instagram photo @nikitaneumannoficial) 

(Instagram photo @nikitaneumannoficial)

Nicole Neumann is experiencing a great moment in her life , given that she is going through her last trimester of pregnancy , waiting for the arrival of her first child with Manuel Urcera. After a summer vacation in Argentina and Europe, the model resumed her role as a judge in The 8 Steps of the Three Millions (eltrece) and on Thursday night she surprised with a declaration of love that no one imagined .

For more than two years, Nicole Neumann has had a starring role in the entertainment series hosted by Guido Kaczka, being the judge who asks the participants questions related to health, beauty, fashion and healthy living , being a recognized exponent in these matters. But also, the model usually intervenes in the game with various color comments.

Nicole Nuemann talked about her great platonic love (Photo Instagram @nikitaneumannoficial)
Nicole Nuemann talked about her great platonic love (Photo Instagram @nikitaneumannoficial)

However, on Thursday night he did the same and surprised with a fact from his past that few knew. The scene unfolded at the moment when the host proceeded to ask a question to a participant: “What television character from the 80s got out of trouble using common and ordinary elements?”

Sabrina Rojas and Flor Vigna reconciled: what was the intimate talk they had like?

 The relationship between Sabrina Rojas and Flor Vigna began to strain when the dancer gave her opinion on issues related to family issues.Although it seemed that neither of them would give in, finally Sabrina Rojas and Flor Vigna decided to start over and leave the conflict behind. Both the actress and the dancer used, this Friday, their respective social networks to communicate their reconciliation .

Sabrina Rojas, controversy with Flor Vigna (Photo: TV capture)
Sabrina Rojas, controversy with Flor Vigna (Photo: TV capture)

First it was the mother of Luciano Castro's two youngest children, who through her Instagram stories, an account in which she has 1.2 million followers, communicated the news: “I'm stopping by to tell you that with Flor we had the possibility of being able to to have a healing talk where we listened to each other, understood each other, and so we were able to apologize for things that we considered could have hurt the other.”

Then he continued: “Whoever understands it is welcome, and whoever doesn't just say that listening to others brings calm, it's health . So I can say that thanks to two women choosing to listen to each other, they were able to close a chapter in an adult and loving way. Thank you for that Flor and I wish us both the best .”

Livia Brito and the war that she refuses to lose but it is not turning out as expected

 Four years have passed since paparazzo Ernesto Zepeda captured Livia Brito with her partner at the time Mariano Rodríguez on vacation in Cancun in 2020, in the middle of the pandemic.

After photographing them, the couple reacted violently against the photographer, who suffered injuries all over his body. In addition, Livia and Mariano snatched Zepeda's work equipment.

The criticism against Livia did not wait, and grew when the actress denied having been in Cancun, when the images were clear: it was Livia enjoying the Caribbean in the middle of the pandemic.

There was so much chaos and noise generated by the videos that Brito had to accept that it was her. But the stoy did not end there. Zepeda sued and the 37-year-old actress, advised by her lawyers, offered “an apology” on her social networks, which was also noted by the public as not credible.

Zepeda did not stop there and continued with the process, as he demanded to be paid for the losses of his team and the physical damage they caused him.

Despite the low popularity of the actress born in Havana, Cuba, she continued to work and be a star in Televisa soap operas such as 'La Pilot' and 'Minas de Passion', and an ambassador for brands such as Levi's. For her, this scandal did not harm her financially like it did for Zepeda.

Although people thought differently, in 2022, the trial came out in favor of Brito, who at all times has defended that Zepeda invaded his privacy.

This triumph also caused Livia and her lawyers to send a warning to all media outlets: anyone who used her image to generate money would be sued.

In response to this measure by the actress, many media outlets stopped talking about her. Others even erased her name, face or distorted her voice.

Ernesto continued with the lawsuit and, this month, the judges ruled that Livia Brito must compensate Zepeda with a little more than one million Mexican pesos. He himself confirmed it this week in the morning newspaper 'Sale el Sol'.

Today March 31st is International Transgender Day of Visibility. This is what you should know

 

Today, transgender and non-binary people around the world commemorate International Transgender Day of Visibility .

This is what you should know.

How it began?

Transgender Day of Visibility was founded in 2009 by Rachel Crandall, a Michigan-based transgender activist and executive director of Transgender Michigan. It began as an awareness day to celebrate the successes of transgender and gender non-conforming people and is an important day for the LGBTQ community.

While Transgender Day of Remembrance is held every year on November 20 to commemorate transgender people who have lost their lives as a result of anti-transgender violence , Transgender Day of Visibility is a day dedicated to honor and empower the lives of transgender and non-binary people.

The day is celebrated annually on March 31.

The importance of transgender representation

This day illustrates the importance of transgender representation around the world, especially as transgender and gender non-conforming people face risks every day.

According to a 2021 Gallup poll, 11.3% of LGBT adults identify as transgender; However, when it comes to media representation, there are only 29 transgender characters in original primetime, cable and streaming broadcasts, according to the media advocacy organization GLAAD.

Why it matters: Recent surveys show that a quarter of people in the U.S. say they personally know someone who is transgender, meaning most Americans learn about the transgender community from what they see in entertainment media. Because of this, GLAAD says, it is imperative that entertainment media do a good job when addressing transgender stories.

How to be a good ally

Here are some ways to support the transgender community today:

Look for stories from transgender creators . Look for authentic stories and media that have been created by the transgender community, such as the Transgender Film Center, a nonprofit organization that supports transgender filmmakers and their projects.

Call your local LGBTQ center . See what kind of help they need, whether it's volunteering or offering a service you're good at.

Educate yourself. Allies can start by learning the basic terminology surrounding the transgender community. For example, people often confuse sexual orientation and gender identity. There are many places online that share tips on how to be a good ally.

Many transgender people are happy to talk about their experience, but allies should not always assume that is the case. There are so many resources available to help you if you want to learn more about the community and how to provide support.


Wanders Lover suffers from Asia Syndrome due to bad cosmetic surgery

 Yared Licona, known as "The Wanders Lover", was diagnosed with Asia Syndrome as a result of poorly performed cosmetic surgery, which has also caused other health problems.

The model and host explained through social networks that this condition developed because a doctor injected her with polymers "without warning."

"This message is to raise awareness, since currently we are so focused on the superficial that we undergo surgeries or treatments that could put our lives at risk," the famous woman said alongside a video from a hospital bed.

Licona added that by trusting a doctor to make changes to his body, he is now facing the syndrome "for the rest of my existence" and warned his followers to educate themselves properly before undergoing any operation.

"When you are going to undergo an operation, inform yourselves, say what you want and what you are not willing to authorize," he urged.

He also shared that the recovery process he is experiencing has been extremely difficult: "The pain and the process that I am experiencing now in my recovery is not easy at all," he concluded.

According to the "Argentine Society of Mastology", Asia Syndrome is an autoimmune or inflammatory reaction, attributed to a foreign substance in the body, which can develop after cosmetic or reconstructive surgery with breast implants.

"This syndrome begins to manifest when the body begins to show a series of symptoms that can be overlooked."

Can a hangover be avoided?

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 A margarita by the pool, an ice-cold beer at a barbecue on a May holiday. You could say that summer is made for having a cold drink on a hot day. But why is drinking during the day any different? And is there any way to avoid a nighttime hangover ?

Perhaps not surprisingly, there have been no robust clinical trials evaluating the health effects of daytime alcohol consumption. But psychiatrists and alcohol experts say there are some unique factors that influence the difference between daytime drinking and nighttime drinking .

little control

At night, you may be more attentive to signs that it's time to stop, such as when dinner is over. But the novelty of having an alcoholic drink in the afternoon means people don't always control how much they consume, said Akhil Anand, a psychiatrist at the Cleveland Clinic .

If you drink throughout the day and aren't necessarily aware of where to get your next snack, it also makes sense that you don't have food in your stomach to help slow down the rate at which your body absorbs the alcohol, which means you're probably that you become more intoxicated in a shorter period of time .

It's hot

Drinking when it's sunny — especially in the summer — increases your chances of becoming dehydrated, and dehydration can intensify the effects of intoxication: You may feel fatigued, lightheaded, dizzy or simply out of control, said Sarah Andrews, associate professor of psychiatry and science. of Behavior at Johns Hopkins Medicine . On a sweaty day, you can lose more fluids than you replace, which means you also lose sodium and minerals that help your body function normally. And that's in addition to the dehydrating nature of alcohol itself, which acts as a diuretic and expels fluids from your body, causing you to urinate more frequently.

The hangover can come sooner

The sooner you start drinking, the sooner that feeling of hangover with dry mouth and headache will appear. brunch with mimosas can translate into a dinnertime hangover , said Danesh Alam, an addiction psychiatrist at Northwestern Medicine, although a hangover is more likely to start first thing the next morning, when your blood alcohol content is higher. has returned to zero. Because daytime drinking can be so dehydrating, hangover symptoms are likely to be worse, Anand said.

Five natural herbs to fight cold and flu

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The branch that is responsible for studying medicinal plants is Phytotherapy, and although home remedies and the use of herbs to treat various diseases have been replicated for years, every day we obtain more evidence in this regard that supports its use.

While this happens, it is good to remember that when opting for natural medicine, you should take into account if you suffer from special conditions that may cause allergies or consult directly with an expert.

As stated on the official website of the Mayo Clinic, there is nothing that cures the common cold, however there are some remedies that effectively help reduce some of its symptoms to avoid discomfort.

A cup of tea greatly benefits the body when you have the flu or a cold, as taking sips of hot liquid has a calming effect and helps relieve congestion by increasing the flow of mucus.

To treat the common cold naturally, some herbs turn out to be beneficial because they are rich in vitamins and compounds that promote health:

Eucalyptus

This plant is a great ally to reduce nasal congestion thanks to its expectorant effect that also helps treat cough.

María León and the difficult experience that drove her to become the woman she is today

María León knows that she shouldn't give up on anyone. (Photo by Adrián Monroy/Medios y Media/Getty Images) 

María León is a very talented woman. Whether as a singer or as an actress, the so-called Sergeant León always stands out in all the projects in which she participates. If that were not enough, she recently gave an interview in which she showed her emotional maturity, which can serve as an example.

The singer and dancer was invited to the 'Faisy Nights' program, where she talked about a little bit of everything: her career, where her nickname came from, what she did with her first check and a story that we want to highlight, a narcissistic relationship that made her understand the mistakes you were making with that person and will not repeat them again.

On TikTok, terms like “love bombing” and “narcissist” have become popular, as both millennials and centennials have become aware of these two mental disorders that occur recurrently in relationships, but what are they?

“Love bombing” is when a person showers you with compliments. He tells you that you are the best, that he wants you in his life and if that doesn't happen, he wouldn't know what to do. And no, there is nothing romantic about it, because according to psychologists, this is a tactic to covertly manipulate. You can identify it by abrupt personality changes or a lack of personal space; if it invades your space and does not respect your limits. Careful.

As for the “narcissist”, it is a personality disorder or mental illness in which the person has an unreasonable air of superiority. They always seek too much attention and admiration. They lack empathy and remain focused on themselves. They can intimidate you. , they do not give in when there are conflicts or they simply ignore your needs.

The type of cheese that will help you sleep better

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Cheeses are an essential component of the diet, offering a variety of flavors and textures, as well as beneficial nutrients. Among them, cottage cheese stands out for its high protein content and its potential to improve sleep quality.

Discover how this type of cheese is not only rich in protein, but can also improve the quality of your sleep, according to recent research. Learn more about its health benefits and how to incorporate it into your daily diet

What is cottage cheese?

Originating from pasteurized cow's milk curds, cottage cheese is renowned for its low calorie content and mild, versatile flavor. In addition to being an excellent source of calcium, it plays a crucial role in bone health and can contribute to the prevention of certain diseases, such as prostate cancer.

One of the highlights of cottage cheese is its notable protein content. According to the Healthline page, nutritionist Amy Richter explained that cheese contains 11 grams of protein per 100 grams, far exceeding the amount present in milk. Additionally, its nutritional profile includes a variety of essential vitamins and minerals.

Saturday, March 30, 2024

These are the 6 health benefits of ginger, according to studies

 Ginger is a flowering plant native to Southeast Asia and is one of the healthiest and most used spices on the planet, it belongs to the Zingiberaceae family and is closely related to turmeric, cardamom and galangal. The rhizome which is the underground part of the stem is the part that is usually used as a spice. If you want to know more about the health benefits of ginger, don't miss this note that we at EL UNIVERSAL have prepared for you.

Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger and is responsible for many of ginger's medicinal properties.

Ginger is not only simply a root that works well as a spice, this plant is also a superfood with proven benefits for human well-being, notes an article from Johns Hopkins University in the United States.

6 benefits of ginger for your body according to Johns Hopkins University

The composition of ginger explains why it is so well tolerated by the human body, especially because it benefits the digestive tract thanks to gingerol, a natural chemical component of the plant.

  • Some benefits include:
  • May help fight infections
  • Contains anti-inflammatory properties
  • May help improve nausea
  • Improves menstrual pain
  • May help with weight loss
  • Improves chronic indigestion

Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger and is responsible for many of ginger's medicinal properties. Studies have shown that gingerol has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, for example, it can help reduce oxidative stress caused by excess free radicals in the body.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Miley Cyrus paid dearly for a Disney slip with one of her first hits

 Miley Cyrus owes her rise to stardom to Disney . Thanks to Hannah Montana , the 2006 Disney Channel series, the singer and actress made her vocal and acting talent known and earned the trust of the industry, leading to countless artistic opportunities, attracting a huge fan base and establishing herself. as one of the greatest talents on the musical scene. However, at the beginning of her career, she also suffered from some slip-up caused by the mouse company , such as a disqualification from the Grammy Awards .

It happened in 2009, when the Flowers or Wrecking Ball singer aroused passions with The Climb , one of the songs that were part of the soundtrack of Hannah Montana: The Movie, her jump to the cinema. Seeing the furor that the singer aroused, Disney did not settle for a routine product to bring the character to the big screen, but rather they made an effort to build a film that would highlight Miley's musical virtues and expand her legacy. For this reason, they decided to rely on established talent and adapt some of her work to this musical title.

This was the case of Taylor Swift , who in the wake of her meteoric career participated with her ballad Crazier and composed the song You'll Always Find Your Way Back Home with Martin Johnson from the group Boys Like Girls . Also from renowned country artists such as Jessi Alexander , who together with her composer Jon Maebe earned the respect of Disney with a ballad that, after some adaptation work, ended up becoming The Climb , which became established as the great song of the film and as one of the anthems of Miley Cyrus' career.

You just have to see that the song earned the respect of the music industry, something not easy considering that it comes from a product unlikely to be taken seriously like a Hannah Montana movie . However, the song resonated so deeply that even the Grammys nominated it in the category of Best Song for Film, Television or Other Media , which marked Miley Cyrus ' first candidacy for these renowned awards. But this story had a sad ending.

'Beethoven' and the mystery behind the disappearance of one of its child stars

 Joe Pichler was one of the young promises of Hollywood in the '90s. At only nine years old, he began acting in sporadic roles in successful series such as Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman or In the House , although it did not take long for the industry to bet more heavily on him.

After moving to Los Angeles from Bremerton, Washington, he became part of successful franchises such as Beethoven , the famous dog saga about the adventures of that Saint Bernard wrapped up in a family. Specifically, he became one of its protagonists in the third installment , in a role that he would also repeat in the fourth film and that helped him work on other animal productions of the decade such as My Friend Shiloh: A New Adventure .

He moved comfortably in this family cinema for all audiences with titles such as Good Ghosts, Bad Ghosts , starring Christopher Lloyd; or Children on Their Birthdays , where she met Sheryl Lee, one of the stars of Twin Peaks . However, at the insistence of her family, she chose to put acting aside and return to her hometown to focus on her studies.

When he graduated from high school, he planned his return to Hollywood to continue his career, albeit now as an adult actor. Unfortunately, a tragic event, which to this day is still surrounded by unknowns, prevented the young actor from fulfilling his dream of becoming a star of the seventh art.

A controversial Hollywood decision led to King Kong being banished for 40 years

 King Kong is one of the mythical figures of adventure cinema and one of the icons of popular culture. The success of the original 1933 film and its legacy has allowed this giant ape to continue being one of Hollywood's main bets, as well reflected in Peter Jackson 's remake or the cinematographic universe that makes up titles such as Kong: Skull Island or Godzilla and Kong: The New Empire . However, the prestige of this creature has not always stood tall, since a controversial decision in the 1930s ruined its future in cinema for many years.

It all has to do with the way RKO , the classic Hollywood studio behind King Kong, handled the success of the first film. The company, to which we also owe classics like Citizen Kane or It's a Wonderful Life! , was not going through a good economic time and was facing a reputation crisis due to a lack of quality in its titles. Acclaimed releases such as Glory of a Day or The Four Little Sisters , both starring Katherine Hepburn , helped calm the waters, although it was the success of King Kong that gave them the key to salvation.

Upon its release on March 2, 1933, it grossed more than $10 million at the box office against a production cost of only $670,000 (via Heritage Auctions ). This led to stratospheric profits as the idea arose of turning King Kong into an adventure franchise, like other successes of those years such as Johnny Weissmuller 's Tarzan . However, they jumped into the pool too soon.

They did not wait even a year to develop these plans, since RKO set the release date of the King Kong sequel for Christmas 1933, that is, only nine months after the debut of the original. Obviously, getting a big production off the ground in such a short time is an impossible mission, so the project, which was titled Son of Kong , had to deal with a lower budget, a tight shooting schedule, recycled special effects and a script without Polish .

In the film we were presented with another adventure in which Carl Denham, the explorer played by Robert Armstrong in the previous film, organizes another expedition to Skull Island in search of new discoveries. There he will discover Kong's son, a white gorilla who will soon sympathize with them and help them overcome the new dangers of the place.

Mexico is the envy of the film world with Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet and a viral commercial

 When the stars of Dune: Part Two visited Mexico, they not only dedicated the brief stay to promoting the sequel and receiving the love of fans while sporting futuristic styles . They also made time in their schedules to film a commercial for Cinépolis , the largest film exhibition chain in Mexico and Latin America, and in the process elevated the country as the envy of the film world.

The story takes us to the sands of Arrakis where a photographer flees from the imminent attack of a sandworm, the lethal monsters of Denis Villeneuve's ambitious adaptation.  But then we discover that she is not a photographer but a spectator who observes the story through the lens of her camera, feeling the adrenaline of the action until she takes refuge in her popcorn. And at that moment the stars of the sequel, Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya , appear, but in their characters. As if Paul Atreides and Chani came to her rescue, wrapping her around her and guiding her to the door of the room, inviting her to let herself be carried away by the magic of cinema. Once inside she is accompanied by Florence Pugh and Austin Butler , like the other traveling companions in the same story.

'Euphoria' takes its time to return but faces a problem that would complicate its future

Maude Apatow, Hunter Schafer, Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya will have to find space in their busy schedules when it comes time to film the third season of 'Euphoria'. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic for HBO) 

The third season of Euphoria isn't canceled, it's just taking its time. This was confirmed by HBO, denying a rumor that circulated on social networks last Monday, gaining so much strength that it became a trend. The good news is that the acclaimed drama series starring Zendaya is scheduled to return to the screens... but it is not known when.

“HBO and Sam Levinson remain committed to making an exceptional third season,” a spokesperson for the platform confirmed to Variety . “In the meantime, we are allowing our highly sought-after cast to pursue other opportunities.”

That is, the good news is that they intend to return us to the Euphoria universe with a third season that would be slowly in development. Sam Levinson and his team are working on writing the scripts but there doesn't seem to be any rush. Two years have passed since we saw the second season and, since then, the development of the third has been delayed due to the writers' strike and the death of Angus Cloud in July 2023, one of the actors in the cast who played a trafficker. drug addict and friend of the protagonist. However, as the company spokesperson points out, its main cast consisting of Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi and Hunter Schafer did not waste time and took advantage of the pause to continue expanding their careers until they became some of the most sought-after figures in Hollywood right now.

Therefore, as they develop scripts, the unstoppable rise of their stars could easily become the most difficult handicap to overcome when the time comes to get production underway.


The inevitable doubts

I think it's perfect that they're taking the time to develop the story. As it is a series with an exquisite and sharp narrative quality, awarded and applauded by critics, it is essential that they dedicate the time necessary to create a continuation that lives up to it. Pampering, caring for and expanding the universe created around Rue (Zendaya) with her internal demons from mourning and drug addiction, while continuing to take care of the narrative development of the rest of the young people around her, each with their problems, nuances, traumas. and personal challenges.

However, although they want to give hope with the news by denying any rumor of definitive cancellation, I fear that this slow and apparently unhurried development hides a drawback that could put its future completely in doubt . Because, how are they going to combine the agendas of their stars when the time comes if they are giving them free rein to continue exploring other projects, and just when they are being requested by the industry? Balancing the schedules of Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi and Hunter Schafer could turn into a logistical nightmare that could only delay production that much further.

Right now, Zendaya is at the top of the box office with Dune: Part 2  while she has the imminent release of Defiants  in the pipeline. This is the new film by Luca Guadagnino ( Call Me by Your Name ) about a former tennis prodigy and the triangle she forms between her husband and his former best friend. A premiere that arrives on Amazon Prime Video at the end of April while we wait for news from Denis Villeneuve about the development of the third part of Duna , not counting the weeks of promotion, travel and international commitments that each premiere requires.

Sydney Sweeney is reaping the rewards of her efforts after being crowned the new princess of romantic comedies with the global success of With Everyone But You. The film co-starring Glen Powell not only swept the box office, becoming the first rom-com in half a decade to exceed $200 million in revenue, but now it is also gaining attention on platforms and once again standing strong alongside Inmaculada . Meanwhile, she continues to take steps through the launch of her own products, partnering with brands and finishes filming two other productions while rumors of a possible sequel to With Everyone But You circulate.

Saturday, March 23, 2024

A penumbral eclipse of the Moon, visible throughout America, will reduce the satellite's brightness

 On March 25, a penumbral lunar eclipse will take place that will be visible throughout America, eastern Oceania, western Africa and Europe.

This type of eclipse occurs when the Moon (full), the Earth and the Sun are aligned and the Earth's satellite enters the twilight zone projected by the Earth.

When this happens, the Moon stops receiving light from the Sun because the Earth blocks the sun's rays, so its luminosity drops and it looks a little dark.

According to data from the National Astronomical Observatory (OAN), the eclipse will last 4 hours and 37 minutes and will leave 96% of the lunar diameter in darkness.

The eclipse will begin at 4 hours and 53 minutes GMT time, and will be visible especially in America, and with less intensity in Africa and Europe.

The event will end at 9 hours and 32 minutes GMT, after having been visible in the last phases in America and Oceania.

The next eclipse, which will take place on April 8, will be a total solar eclipse in Mexico, the central United States and eastern Canada, and a partial eclipse in North America and Central America.

As for the Moon, the next eclipse will be partial and can be seen after the summer, on September 8, according to the OAN.