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These Are The Secret Royal Code Names For William, Harry, Meghan And Kate

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These Are The Secret Royal Code Names For William, Harry, Meghan And Kate

The names Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are basically considered new additions to Merriam-Webster by most of us, they’re so commonplace these days. But to those hired to protect them, they’re known as something entirely different.

Thanks to the Daily Mail, we now know the famous couple’s secret code names that use the initials D.S. to reference their royal titles (Duke and Duchess of Sussex). What’s their Mr. & Mrs. Smith persona? Why, it’s David Stevens and Davina Scott.

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As for their in-laws, Prince William and Kate Middleton, the secret service plays by the same rules, using the aliases ‘Danny Collins’ and ‘Daphne Clark’, as a nod to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (D.C.).

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Says a royal source to the Daily Mail:

If anyone got hold of a phone belonging to a royal aide or security team member, they won’t find Harry Windsor and Meghan’s names in it. It is far too risky in the wrong hands. They get given code names but they are changed regularly for obvious reasons.

So, how did these code names find their way to the public if they’re so secret? They recently came tumbling out of the mouth of one of Prince Harry’s aides at an event when he tried to explain to a worker why someone named David Stevents wanted to speak to him.

Said the royal source, ‘Imagine the surprise he got when he heard Harry’s voice on the other end of the line.’

The Summer Skinny On CBD Sunscreen

Mary Schumacher
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The Summer Skinny On CBD Sunscreen

As stated in the 1997 Baz Luhrmann’s spoken-word sensation, “Everybody’s Free To Wear Sunscreen,” it’s highly important not to forget such cream. Strong sun rays on unprotected skin can be as dangerous as a pack of cigarettes. Now, in what seems like an unending slew of usefulness, CBD is being incorporated into sunscreens for more than just the buzzword.

Aside from being a skin friendly carrier oil, CBD also has anti-inflammatory properties, which keeps skin from becoming inflamed by the sun. Of course CBD is working in conjunction with zinc oxide, and they seem to make a mighty team. Cannabinoid alchemists everywhere seem to be infusing sunscreen with CBD.

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In one example, NeuCana has developed a whole flower CBD potion intended for one’s delicate facial tissue. With 360 milligrams of CBD in every bottle, the cannabinoids work in conjunction with non-nano zinc oxide to provide protection. The only rub of it is that it need be reapplied every 45 minutes. An inconvenience that may not suit the flow of everyone’s day.

“We create products for the sun loving, tree hugging festival fairies,” states the website of Felix & Ambrosia, the creators of Sunny Daze Glitter Sunscreen with CBD oil. Meant for millenials in particular, this CBD sporting sunblock is a fashion statement physically, politically and botanically. This is a fun choice for festival goers and those who bare their skin, loud and proud, during the warmer months.

On a more practical note, Cannabios Hemp Sunscreen has an SPF of 50+ and comes in fairly plain, affordable bottles. Made with rosemary essential oils, the website explains that the savory, bushy herb contributes to the skin protection against harmful rays and reminds readers and potential purchasers that sunscreen is useful year round.

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In every good life, there’s bound to be a time when some sunny day activities arise and you don’t have time to grab the sunscreen. Rather than scolding yourself after a good time, treat yourself to the ultimate relief with the CBD infused, aloe vera based Lost Remedy’s Burn Formula. With tea tree and olive oil enhancing the experience, your reddened epidermis will thank you on contact.

Just remember the sage opening words of Baz Luhrmann’s Sunscreen speech this summer, and yes, year round, “If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it. The long term benefits of sunscreen have been proven by scientists…” As have the many benefits of CBD. Together they’re a soup and a sandwich.

This Week’s Music: Rhye, Banks And Vampire Weekend

Maria Loreto
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This Week’s Music: Rhye, Banks And Vampire Weekend

This Week’s Music is a weekly column that discusses the week’s best, worst, and most interesting songs. We try to select songs of different artists and genres to keep things interesting and to please a variety of music fans.

This week’s column features Rhye’s last single, Vampire Weekend’s collaboration with Danielle Haim, and Banks’ “Gimme.” Check them out below:

Indie

Rhye – Needed

Rhye’s music takes its time, maybe testing your patience, but ultimately rewarding those that stick around with a sensuous and thoughtful experience. “Needed” follows last year’s “Blood,” Rhye’s second studio album which has some of the duo’s most defining songs. “Needed” is part of a piano project called “Spirit,” which will presumably be released soon, and although it doesn’t show us anything different from the band, I’m happy to bask in their sound and see what comes next.

Electronic

BANKS – Gimme

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Banks new song features her always impressive production yet really crumbles when it comes to lyrics. Filled with repetitions and with silly lines like “you can call me that bitch,” the single left me confused, not by its content but by its emptiness. “Gimme” is a song that wants to be provocative but is void of any provocation. Banks’ talent is there in spades; it’d be great if she stopped trying to craft a look, and for her to just thrive by doing her own thing. Of course, that’s easier said than done.

Rock

Vampire Weekend Ft. Este Haim – Hold You Now

Vampire Weekends’ new record is a behemoth, made up of 18 songs bound together by motif and mood. “Father of the Bride” is an album that can be heard in one sit down, the songs blending together seamlessly and time flowing by without bumps. It’s a homogeneous experience, one that lulls you, with few songs here and there jolting you awake. It deserves a closer listen though, with the record always having a deeper meaning, filled with complex lyrics, interesting arrangements and their always experimental attitude. “Hold You Now” is the first song of the album and it’s an old school duet, held together by guitars and two lead voices, all new facets of the band. It’s deceptively simple and gorgeous.

Dogs Of Instagram: Scottish Terrier

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Dogs Of Instagram: Scottish Terrier

This week’s dogs of Instagram: Scottish Terrier.  They are an independent, confident and dignified breed with human-like characteristics. Territorial and feisty, the Scottie makes a great watchdog and is known to be incredibly loyal to its family. Its notable beard, lower body and legs make the breed instantly recognizable. The bold Scottie has coats of black, brindle, or wheaten yellow.

Other than the German Shepherd, the Scottish Terrier is the only breed to have lived in the White House three times. Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Scottie, Fala, is immortalized at his owner’s monument, situated right next to his side. George W. Bush had two Scottie’s at the White House, Barney and Miss Beazley. Other notables with Scottish Terriers include Dwight D. Eisenhower, Jackie O and Queen Victoria.

Here we pay homage to five of the most famous Scottish Terriers found on Instagram.

Fala & FDR

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Barney

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Miss Beazley & Barney

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Jock From Lady & The Tramp

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Scottie The Monopoly Token

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Terrier’s are a must see puppy and are popular online and off. Hope you are enjoyed this week’s dogs of Instagram: Scottish Terrier.

If you’d like to see your dog featured send your Insta-submission to info@thefreshtoast.com

5 Quirky Dealbreakers In Dating

Maria Loreto
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5 Quirky Dealbreakers In Dating

Relationships can be challenging, mainly because you’re dealing with two people who likely have different preferences and pet peeves, which are very personal. What may seem random and completely permissible to you may be someone’s biggest deal breaker.  Here are 5 quick dealbreakers in dating.

The wrong astrology sign

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Nabeela Aysen explained to the New York Post that she lets astrology guide her relationships and potential romantic partners. She claims that she’ll never date an Aquarian because they’re stubborn and too different from her. “I know you can’t paint everyone with the same brush, but for whatever reason, [Aquarians’] core values are all the same — they internalize all their feelings, it’s difficult to read them and they’re noncommittal,” she said. Aysen is currently looking for a partner who’s a Leo.

Poor grammar

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This is understandable. If the person’s grammar is awful and barely legible, it’s hard to understand how they’ve managed to lead a functional life. “I refuse to talk to any guy on tinder that opens with ‘hows you’ or ‘hows yous’ which isn’t uncommon where I live. I don’t know why it bothers me so much,” said someone on a Reddit thread.

Bad taste in food

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The rise of the digital era has helped us develop our sense of taste, giving us access to delicious food photography, recipes and more. Good taste has become a priority for a lot of people, and although you might appear snobbish, it’s a valid concern if someone doesn’t share that with you. “I have had guys say, ‘I don’t eat vegetables,’ or order, like, a hamburger at a Michelin-starred restaurant or something. It becomes laborious every time we go out. Like, is he a child?” a single 38-year-old New Yorker told the New York Post.

Dumb Facebook statuses

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This is quite a popular deal breaker, where someone’s social media presence is a big turn off and is completely different from how they are in real life. Facebook is a prime spot for highlighting these traits, especially when it comes to spreading news from strange sources.

Someone addicted to screens

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Phone addiction is real, and most of us suffer from it to some degree. There are people who take it very far, unable to check their phones on dates and conversations. These people are distracting, rude, and anxiety-inducing. Nick Grosche explains to the Post that whenever a date starts taking pictures of the food they just ordered, he’ll make an excuse  to go home.

The Scary Reason You Want To Avoid A Window Seat On Your Next Flight

Amy Hansen
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The Scary Reason You Want To Avoid A Window Seat On Your Next Flight

A warning for those of you who like a window seat on the plane: you could be exposing yourself to harmful UV rays.

According to experts, harmful UVA rays can penetrate the glass. Marc Glashofer, MD, a dermatologist at The Dermatology Group tells Condé Nast Traveler that getting sunburned should be worrisome, but not as much as its deadlier counterpart. That’s because there are two types of ultraviolet (UV) rays: UVB rays, which cause sunburn, and UVA rays, which penetrate the skin deeper, potentially causing cancer. While plane windows do a decent job of blocking UVB rays, Glashofer says, they allow the transmission of UVA rays.

According to a recent study examining the repercussions of pilots exposed to UV rays, “Airplane windshields are commonly made of polycarbonate plastic or multilayer composite glass. UV-B (280-320 nm) transmission through both plastic and glass windshields was reported to be less than one percent. However, UV-A (320-380 nm) transmission ranged from 0.41 percent to 53.5 percent, with plastic attenuating more UV radiation than glass.”

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That same study found that pilots flying a plane for just one hour were exposed to UVA rays equivalent to a 20-minute tanning bed session. And don’t let the size of a plane window fool you. Even though they’re small, the hours on a long flight can add up, increasing your risk for skin cancer. So, either pull down the shade or slather on some sunscreen that’s at least SPF 30.

Prince William Was Booed

Patricia Wallace
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Prince William Was Booed

It probably hasn’t been the best week the heir to the British throne. Prince William was booed in a shock to the public. The spotlight has been on his younger brother, Harry, who he’s in a reported feud with; rumors are still swirling about an alleged affair; and now he can add being booed and heckled to that list.

Will didn’t exactly receive a standing ovation or fist bumps when he arrived Friday to attend a service marking 50 years of the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarines. Hundreds of protestors outside Westminster Abbey yelled “shame on you” and “down with war,” condemning the Prince’s attendance.

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The Duke of Cambridge, who has served as Commodore-in-Chief of the submarine service since 2006, read from the Bible and, according to the Washington Post, the Dean of Westminster, John Hall, told attendees, “We pray that the Royal Navy may never be required to deploy these terrible forces in war and that they may continue to deter their use by others.”

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Activist Omar Ahmed told the BBC, “I’m surprised that he would come and support something that could destroy our planet.”

Kate Hudson, secretary-general of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, echoed those sentiments, saying that the event “sends out a terrible message to the world about our country. It says that here in Britain we celebrate weapons — in a place of worship — that can kill millions of people.”

The Prince of Wales is the heir to the throne and the eldest son of His Majesty The King and Diana, Princess of Wales. His Royal Highness is married to The Princess of Wales, Catherine, with whom he has three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. The family’s official residence is Kensington Palace. His Royal Highness undertakes a number of charitable activities and projects and carries out public and official duties in support of The King, in the UK and overseas.

People are shaking their heads Prince William was booed.

Here’s How Netflix’s New High-Quality Audio Works

Maria Loreto
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Netflix recently announced a new high-quality audio, which claims to be studio quality. This means that the sound you’ll hear at home will closely resemble what creators hear when they’re editing and producing their programs.

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Audio and video are complex systems. You can check out Netflix’s dev blog for a closer look but, in short, this new tech can distinguish the different variables in your home – internet speed, home theater equipment, and specs of the content you’re watching – in order to produce the best sound possible. It’s similar to Netflix’s HD setting, which adapts to your home and produces some pretty effective results.

Via Netflix’s Media Center:

high-quality audio delivers audio that sounds closer to what creators hear in the studio, so every little detail is captured for a richer, more intense experience. Additionally, if you have bandwidth or device limitations, we’ve made the feature adaptive so that we will deliver the best possible audio to match your capabilities.

In order to experience Netflix’s high-quality audio to the fullest, you need a compatible system. Your TV and speakers should support 5.1 or Dolby Atmos. The latter is more complicated; it’s a feature included with all Netflix premium subscriptions but one that’s only supported on TVs and sound systems capable of streaming Ultra HD. If you’re device is capable of supporting Atmos then you’ll see the Dolby logo next to the title you want to watch.

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Even if your TV isn’t compatible with Atmos and only supports basic 5.1 audio, you should notice some slight audio improvements. This is an upgrade that tries to honor Netflix’s content and that continues to expand on the concept of home entertainment, giving creators a small amount of control over how their content is experienced.

Palace Releases Statement Regarding Harry & Meghan’s Baby

Maria Loreto
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Palace Releases Statement Regarding Harry & Meghan’s Baby

The Royal Palace released a statement regarding Harry and Meghan’s baby. Despite rumors that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have already welcomed their first child, Buckingham Palace denies that a new royal baby has entered the world.

Yesterday, a palace representative confirmed to E! News that “The baby hasn’t been born yet.”

But the internet isn’t really buying it.

While officials have stated that they would release an announcement as soon as Meghan went into labor, there have been some signs that have caused the internet to give a collective side-eye to reports that the baby has yet to be born.

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We already know that Harry and Megs plan to keep the arrival of their baby a secret until they’re ready to announce it themselves. There will be no photographs taken outside of the hospital. Instead, the couple will release a photo when they feel ready for the world to gasp at the sight of their child.

Also, both Prince Charles and Harry have scheduled tour dates for next week, leaving some to speculate that Meghan will certainly give birth by then (if she hasn’t already).

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Meghan also missed Easter service Sunday, which was also the Queen’s birthday AND the day her mom, Doria Ragland, arrived to be by her daughter’s side.

Of course, the internet may be completely wrong about their suspicions. But let’s not forget that they were correct in guessing that Meghan was pregnant before it was announced.

Meme Of The Week: ‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ Trailer Released, Internet Can’t Stop Laughing

Maria Loreto
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Meme Of The Week: ‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ Trailer Released, Internet Can’t Stop Laughing

Few things have sparked as much Internet outrage than Sonic The Hedgehog‘s big screen adaptation. Months ago, when the teaser poster was released, people cowered over the sight of Sonic’s hairy and human-like legs. His sneakers were awful and his thighs were muscled, and people said no, thank you.

This week, the official trailer was released and it was mayhem. The outcry was such that director Jeff Fowler had to make a statement, tweeting that their team was already working on giving Sonic a new design, something potentially disastrous when the film is meant to be released this November.

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Although I feel really bad for everyone involved in the making of this film and their upcoming work load, I have to ask: how was this character’s design even approved?

Maybe the team took a page out of Detective Pikachu‘s book, another video game adaptation that took some liberties when it came to the translation of the beloved creatures into a live action format. Still, this version of Sonic is a far cry from Pikachu.

Here are some of the best and meanest memes we found online:

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