Barack Obama has shared some of his favorite pop culture things from 2022, which include books and movies.The former US president wrote on social media, "I always look forward to sharing my lists of favorite books, movies, and music with all of you. First up, here are some of the books I read and enjoyed this year. Let me know which books I should check out in 2023." He then proceeded to share a list consisting of 13 books, which includes his wife Michelle Obama's latest release, The Light We Ca...

Scotland just became the first nation in the U.K. to make the process of transitioning a whole lot easier.The nation recently approved a self-identification system for those who wish to change their legal gender, also lowering the age that people can apply for a gender recognition certificate from 18 to 16. The change also means that those wishing to transition will no longer need a medical diagnosis for gender dysphoria.The proposal was backed 86 to 39 in a vote at the Scottish Parliament this ...

I grew up in the surf capital of Brazil: Ubatuba, São Paulo and my life consisted of surf magazines, and spending all my time in the water. Completely consumed by my connection with the ocean, I admired anyone who also shared that feeling. At 7 years old, I watched the movie Blue Crush and it quickly became my entire personality. The cult-classic was inspired by the legendary Keala Kenelly, Rochelle Ballard and Lisa Andersen and the plot was centralized around the most globally watched surfing...

The last new moon of 2022 arrives on December 23, resting in pragmatic Capricorn.Rising in the night sky, the celestial planet is fueled by the earth sign's goal-driven and determined energy, inspiring you to get your life together before the end of the year as new moons symbolize a fresh start and the beginning of a new chapter. Positioned in an ambitious sign, this Friday's lunar phase gives you the cosmic push to look at the endless opportunities the new year will bring.Capricorns are famous ...