A bit about: Casandra Armour

Casandra Armour is a full-time writer, part-time lover, daily dog walker, and occasional karaoke singer. Hailing from the Rest Belt, for now she calls the sweltering sprawl of Los Angeles home. She writes about pop culture, feminism, political issues, music, and nerdery. Make friends with her on Twitter @OneEss (because her name is only spelled with one "s," recognize).

Retreat From Retail: The Thrill of the Thrift Shop

I’m late to the party, but Seattle hip-hop hottie Macklemore’s single “Thrift Shop” is kind of my anthem. (I won’t say it’s my jam, but if…

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Five Beauty Essentials to Stock Up on at the Dollar Store

It’s easy to get caught up in classic brand association. From mundane staples like Band-Aids and Vaseline to luxury items like Louboutins, often products take…

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Emerald City: Pantone's 2013 Hot Hue at Sephora and JCP This Spring

Design aficionados may recognize it as Pantone 17-5641, but Dorothy will tell you this year’s whimsical hue is more commonly called Emerald Green. From your face…

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Zoya Nail Polish: Colorful Beginnings of a Conscientious Brand

Good nail geek girls know that Zoya‘s lines of sophisticated, yet affordable, non-toxic nail polishes provide vibrant color in a rich, durable formula. But the…

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Denser Urban Neighborhoods Get People Walking

As Daily Steps Rise, Depression Levels Fall

Bribing Kids With Holiday Gifts Popular With Parents, Poll Says

Friendships Are Especially Powerful Late in Life, Poll Says

Prenatal Exposure to Air Pollution May Hurt Baby’s Brain

Wintertime Is Prime Time for Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know

U.S. Adult Obesity Rate Fell in 2023, as Use of GLP-1 Meds Rose

In Mouse Studies, New Hope Against a Dangerous Complication of Pregnancy

Too Many U.S. Babies Still Sleep in Positions That Raise SIDS Risk

Too Much Screen Time Harms Preschoolers’ Sleep, Behavior

Unhealthy, Ultra-processed Foods Now Half of Calories Americans Eat at Home

Staying Fit Can Keep Seniors’ Brains Sharp

Shelley Zalis Dispels the Myth of Emotion In the Boardroom
Shelley Zalis has had an eclectic career trajectory, to say the least. She began in the corporate world and transitioned to the tech world, where …
The Culinary Spirit of Chef Dominique Crenn
Dominique Crenn, known for her San Francisco restaurants Atelier Crenn (which has received two coveted Michelin stars) and Petit Crenn, is the World’s Best Female …
Ada Lovelace Day: Celebrating Women in Science
As the name implies, Ada Lovelace Day (ALD) is a day dedicated to Ada Lovelace. Just as importantly, it’s a day for celebrating the women …
Deanne Bell: Engineer, TV Host, & Education Advocate
When you talk about a modern-day Renaissance woman, Deanne Bell pretty much fits that bill to a T. Since she was a child, Bell was …

A bit about: Casandra Armour

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Retreat From Retail: The Thrill of the Thrift Shop

Five Beauty Essentials to Stock Up on at the Dollar Store

Emerald City: Pantone's 2013 Hot Hue at Sephora and JCP This Spring

Zoya Nail Polish: Colorful Beginnings of a Conscientious Brand

Random Cleverness

Denser Urban Neighborhoods Get People Walking

As Daily Steps Rise, Depression Levels Fall

Bribing Kids With Holiday Gifts Popular With Parents, Poll Says

Friendships Are Especially Powerful Late in Life, Poll Says

Prenatal Exposure to Air Pollution May Hurt Baby’s Brain

Wintertime Is Prime Time for Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know

U.S. Adult Obesity Rate Fell in 2023, as Use of GLP-1 Meds Rose

In Mouse Studies, New Hope Against a Dangerous Complication of Pregnancy

Too Many U.S. Babies Still Sleep in Positions That Raise SIDS Risk

Too Much Screen Time Harms Preschoolers’ Sleep, Behavior

Unhealthy, Ultra-processed Foods Now Half of Calories Americans Eat at Home

Staying Fit Can Keep Seniors’ Brains Sharp

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