Gesi Lloyd

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Is A’ja Wilson already the WNBA’s GOAT at 30?

Four MVPs, three titles and a still prime career put her in rare company. A'ja Wilson has a legitimate case as the WNBA's greatest of all time even before turning 30, a milestone she reaches Saturday when her Las Vegas Aces face the Minnesota Lynx. With four MVP awards, three championships and years likely…

ByGesi LloydAugust 8, 20260Comments

Sports

Coco Gauff pushes back on backlash aimed at trans athletes

The world number 4 says she backs the WTA's new gene testing rule but wants no part of the hostility aimed at trans athletes. Coco Gauff is not shying away from one of tennis's most uncomfortable conversations. The 22 year old spoke to reporters after her opening round win at the Canadian Open on…

ByGesi LloydAugust 8, 20260Comments

Skincare

What is tretinoin and is it worth the hype?

Tretinoin is a prescription-strength topical retinoid derived from vitamin A, and it works by speeding up skin cell turnover to shed dead skin and support new cell growth. It is currently one of skincare's most talked about ingredients, with more than 38,100 posts on TikTok discussing its benefits, but dermatologists say its strength makes it…

ByGesi LloydAugust 7, 20260Comments

Fashion

Toe rings are back and your pedicure needs one this summer

Toe rings are having a real moment, and this time the trend has more polish behind it than the beaded versions from decades past. As sandal season pushes pedicures back into the spotlight, a small metal band on the toe has become the finishing touch fashion insiders say is missing from most summer looks. How…

ByGesi LloydAugust 7, 20260Comments

Astrology

Lion’s Gate Portal opens August 8 with rare cosmic energy

Every year around early August, spiritual circles turn their attention to what has become known as the Lion's Gate Portal, a date many believe carries unusual potential for setting intentions and inviting change. In 2026, that date falls on August 8, and those who follow the practice say this particular alignment stands out from years…

ByGesi LloydAugust 7, 20260Comments

Music

Rihanna is ‘in the studio’, but there’s a catch

Rihanna may be closer than ever to ending a wait that has stretched almost ten years, according to her partner A$AP Rocky. Speaking on The Jason Lee Show this week, the rapper let slip that the singer is back at work on new music. He seemed to know the comment would spread fast, joking that…

ByGesi LloydAugust 7, 20260Comments

Celebs

Tom Holland and Zendaya’s wedding hides a wild twist

Tom Holland and Zendaya have quietly become husband and wife, exchanging vows in a private ceremony held at a countryside estate in England, according to multiple entertainment outlets. The two stars, known worldwide for playing Peter Parker and MJ in the Spider-Man franchise, held their celebration at Beaverbrook Hotel, a five star property tucked into…

ByGesi LloydAugust 7, 20260Comments

Entertainment

The posts that cost Miss North Carolina USA her crown

Organizers cited resurfaced posts and a pattern of conduct spanning several years. Miss North Carolina USA organizers stripped Brittany Boltinhouse of her title on Aug. 5, less than six weeks after she won it, following what the pageant's parent organization described as a thorough review of recently surfaced information about her past…

ByGesi LloydAugust 6, 20260Comments

Body

Do underarms really need a 10 step skincare routine

A dermatologist weighs in on glycolic acid, overnight masks and whether underarms need any of it. Most people do not need an elaborate underarm skincare routine, according to board certified dermatologist Dr. Adarsh Vijay Mudgil, even as a new TikTok trend pushes multi step armpit regimens involving exfoliants, serums and overnight masks. For decades, underarm…

ByGesi LloydAugust 6, 20260Comments

Perfumes

Nine fragrance tricks experts swear by this summer

The people who always smell incredible in the middle of summer are not necessarily wearing more perfume. According to fragrance experts, content creators and perfumers, the difference usually comes down to preparation, placement and layering rather than the scent itself. Below are nine techniques professionals in the fragrance industry rely on to make a scent…

ByGesi LloydAugust 5, 20260Comments

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Is A’ja Wilson already the WNBA’s GOAT at 30?

Coco Gauff pushes back on backlash aimed at trans athletes

What is tretinoin and is it worth the hype?

Toe rings are back and your pedicure needs one this summer

Lion’s Gate Portal opens August 8 with rare cosmic energy

Rihanna is ‘in the studio’, but there’s a catch

Tom Holland and Zendaya’s wedding hides a wild twist

The posts that cost Miss North Carolina USA her crown

Do underarms really need a 10 step skincare routine

Nine fragrance tricks experts swear by this summer

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