We’ve all seen some of our favorite celebrities (*ahem* Vanessa Hudgens, Selena Gomez) donning a super cute lob one day, only to see them with long locks at an awards show the next. When you were a little girl, you may not have realized that extensions were even a thing. You probably thought that when celebrities got famous, they automatically received magical powers to grow their hair in days (in our dreams!). But, it turns out that the “magic” was just semi-permanent hair extensions, and no, not the straggly plastic ones that we all tried in middle school. With the help of professional stylist Sonia Hagan, we found out all the details about the glued-in locks, so you can try them out for a fresh new look this spring.

What do I need to know before I get extensions?

First of all, since semi-permanent extensions are glued in for a period of time, they require more knowledge and care than the plastic kind. It’s important to go to a salon that you know is trustworthy when it comes to more serious procedures like extensions. “You need to have an idea of the style you’re looking for, because you need to know if you hair will withstand that style,” says Hagan. “If the extensions are too heavy for your natural hair, it can cause serious breakage.” Hagan also recommends that you’re aware of all of the extension application techniques, even if you’re dead set on one, because your stylist may advise a different technique if it’s better for your hair.

How many trips to Chipotle will I have to sacrifice to pay for them?

Extensions can be a serious investment, so don’t be surprised if you have to shell out $300 for just the hair. “The cost varies; it can depend on the length and the feel of the hair,” says Hagan. “You can have bohemian, Afrocentric, Brazilian wave and many more types, and they all vary in price.” The color and application type of your extensions matter as well. Tape-in extensions can cost between $200 and $500, the most economical choice of all the techniques, while sew-in and keratin bonding extensions can cost more than $600. “It’s tough to give an accurate estimate,” says Hagan. “But many salons will have an extension consultation with you before anything is set in stone and will go over the exact price that you’ll be paying.” Well, that’s comforting...sort of. Just keep in mind that the price isn’t for nothing; semi-permanent locks look and feel much more authentic than their plastic counterpart.

Are semi-permanent extensions made out of real hair?

You can choose whether you want to use extensions made out of real or synthetic hair. Hagan says that choosing synthetic hair is less expensive, but with less cost comes less quality. “You will be able to tell the difference between real and synthetic hair,” says Hagan. “It’s worth the investment to go with the real stuff.” In addition, you can’t use hot tools on synthetic hair (it will melt), so it may not match your hair’s natural texture.

Purchasing extensions made out of real hair, on the other hand, is the better option if you want more natural hair that can be styled any way. “I would recommend doing the real hair extensions,” says Sophia Walker, a senior at Bowdoin College. “You don't have to worry about getting the curly extensions if you have curly hair. Since the extensions are made out of real hair, they'll mold to your curl pattern and look a lot more natural than the fake curled ones.” However, it is important to carefully choose a hair sample that’s almost identical to your natural hair color, unless you intentionally want a different color.

How are the extensions applied?

There are three major types of application techniques: tape-in, sew-in and fusion. All of these methods can withstand showers and workouts, so don't worry too much about getting your hair wet after the initial application. We know that it can be tough to choose what method is best for your hair, so we broke it down for you.

The tape-in technique uses polyurethane tape to bind the hair to your scalp. "Tape-in extensions are one of the newer kinds, and they've become very popular," says Hagan. "Your stylist simply attaches the skin-safe tape to your scalp and holds it for a few seconds to make sure it'll stay. You just repeat the same process across the crown of your head, making sure to cover up any hints of tape." Tape-in extensions don't take as long to apply and are the cheapest option. Plus, they're pretty easy to DIY if you buy the hair wefts yourself. 

The sew-in technique weaves in hair extensions with thread. "First you start with a weft of hair, which is the extension that you'll be sewing in," says Hagan. "Then your stylist will start creating a cornrow across your head with your natural hair and will lay the weft upon the cornrow they created. Then they'll take the sewing thread and sew along the weft hair and weave it into the cornrow." Then, after your stylist adds a closure to your extensions, you won't be able to see any tracks. Warning: this method can take a few hours (we suggest bringing snacks) and might be a little painful if you have a sensitive head. 

Fusion extensions are similar, to tape-in extensions, except instead of tape, your stylist will use glue. "The glue is skin-safe and made of a protein/keratin blend to bind the weft of hair to your scalp," says Hagan. This process can also take several hours, as you have to glue tiny sections of hair at a time, and then wait for the glue to dry. Many people aren't fond of this method, as it can lead to the most damage and is tough to remove.

Related: 27 Things Only Girls With Thick Hair Understand

How long do they last?

Even before you sit in the salon chair, you should have an idea of how long you want your extensions to last. “Depending on how long you want your extensions for, that can determine the technique that your stylist uses to apply them,” says Hagan. “You don’t have to go with the service your stylist recommends, but you should heavily consider it.” Glued-in extensions, also known as fusion extensions, can safely last up to two months, according to Hagan. The sew-in technique can last for up to 10 weeks. Tape-in hair extensions are similar to fusion extensions and can last up to three months. Tape-in hair is reusable. All you need to do is replace the tape once it’s worn out. You can reuse other hair sometimes, if the quality is still pristine and well taken care of.

Are extensions bad for my hair?

Like we mentioned before, when improperly applied or not cared for, extensions can be seriously damaging. If the new hair is too heavy, it can cause breakage and hair loss with the extensions as well as your actual hair. “The biggest thing is potential damage to your hair from the weight of the extensions,” says Hagan. “It’s just so important to understand your extensions, keep your scalp clean, and follow all instructions about the care and keeping of your new hair.”

How do I take care of them at home?

When you get extensions, you have to rethink your haircare routine right away. “You have to learn what products to use with your extensions and what kind of tools to use, because the new extensions might be made of more sensitive, coarse or silky hair then you’re used to,” says Hagan. Semi-permanent extensions can’t be taken out before you shower, so you have to be careful with how much you wash and condition your hair. Treat your new extensions the way you should be treating your actual hair, and avoid being rough when combing/brushing. “It’s easy for my extensions to get dry, so to keep them looking as healthy and shiny as my actual hair, I apply argan oil to the tips,” says Amy Miller, a junior at Temple University. “I’ve definitely noticed that it keeps the ends from getting dull and split as quickly.” Using hair dryers, curling irons and straighteners is okay, but try to limit the use as it can shorten the life of your extensions.

Now that you got the low-down on everything you could ever need to know about extensions, consider changing up your usual hairstyle for gorgeous long locks that can be styled dozens of ways.

In the past year, we've seen several fashion brands step up to the task of body positivity and inclusivity. From ASOS announcing that it will soon feature models of different body types for each product, to Premme's massive success as a plus-size exclusive brand, things are finally looking bright for the fashion industry. Next on the list of improvements: vintage fashion powerhouse Reformation has now launched a plus-size collection, including covering sizes 0-22 modeled, and in part designed by Ali Tate Cutler. 

Additionally, Reformation is owning up to its mistake in delaying this size expansion, writing on their site, "Sorry it took us so long." True to the brand's prior line-ups, the Ali Tate Spring Collection is delicate, understated, and yet deliciously vibrant. Here's a few standout pieces:  

Roy Body Suit ($78 at Reformation) 

Wear it with a suede skirt, wear it with blue jeans, heck - wear it to the beach and call it a day. 

Sally Dress ($198 at Reformation)

I'm getting serious "Bond-girl-on-holiday" vibes with this one. 

Jane Top ($128 at Reformation)

Perfect for a Sunday afternoon around town. 

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Your one-stop shop for staple pieces is about to become your one-stop shop for underwear as well. With a current waitlist of almost 30k people, Everlane just launched its first-ever underwear collection and campaign on Monday, with actress Jemima Kirke starring at the forefront. In preparation for the launch, the women at Everlane published their mission statement on Instagram, promising to "create simple, natural underwear that women can feel confident and comfortable in." I'll drink to that! 

The collection will feature bras, bodysuits, and bottoms (in thong, bikini, hipster, and high-rise hipster styles). Right now, the collection only goes up to size 14, so fingers crossed that we'll see some more size-inclusive offerings soon. Here's a peek at just a few of the current pieces. 

The Tank Bra ($22 at Everlane)

The Bodysuit ($30 at Everlane)

The Bikini ($12 at Everlane) 

Something tells me you should probably get on that waiting list quick! 

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Donald Trump’s youngest daughter is in the news - but it’s not necessarily about supporting him.

According toPeople, 24-year-old Tiffany Trump liked a photo from her verified Instagram account that showed a protester with a sign saying “Next massacre will be the GOP in the midterm elections.” The poster was from the March For Our Lives protest that took place on Saturday in New York.

Tiffany has not made headlines nearly as often as her siblings have and has kept a relatively low profile since her father was elected POTUS, according to People. She is a student at Georgetown Law School and according to Newsweek, has had no interest in politics besides speaking at the Republican National Convention in 2016. 

It is unclear if Tiffany has the same political views as her family, but some people believe that liking this sign on Instagram shows her stance:

If Tiffany is rebelling against her father (uh, #WelcomeToTheResistance?) by liking this post, expect to see a little bit more family drama coming out of the White House.

We are three episodes in to NBC’s Rise, which follows new high school drama teacher Mr. Mazzu (Josh Radnor) as he attempts to put on a production of provocative musical Spring Awakening at Stanton High, a small-town Pennsylvania high school. Instead of recapping all of the drama, here are some highlights from episode 3, “What Flowers May Bloom.”

Most Realistic High School Theatre Moment: The $750 Production Budget

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Anyone who has participated in a theatrical production at a public high school knows that the greatest challenge is overcoming the miniscule budget, and Mr. Mazzu experiences this firsthand at his first production meeting. As he is pitching his great idea for a modern interpretation of Spring Awakening (complete with a rundown steel mill), Ms. Wolfe (Rosie Perez) delivers the heartbreaking truth: they only have $750, and they’ll be lucky if they get an extra $200 from the bake sale. You have so much to learn, Mr. Mazzu. 

Most Heartwarming Moment: Lillette Meets Robbie’s Mother

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Even though we haven’t learned much about Robbie’s mom other than that a) she’s sick and b) Robbie obviously loves her, it’s always nice to see them together. So, when Robbie has to leave Lillette after he receives a phone call, we can guess that another sweet moment between Robbie and his mom is coming up. He arrives at the hospital to find that his mother has suffered a fall, and as he is trying to talk to her, Lillette shows up. Robbie’s mom obviously senses the chemistry that exists between the two of them, which makes her so happy. It’s nice to see how invested she is in her son’s happiness.

Best Use Of Stage Lighting Skills: Maashous Hangs Deck Lights For the Mazzuchelli Family

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Maybe Maashous picked up his mad stage lighting skills when he was spending all of his time in the lighting booth, but he is certainly putting them to use at the Mazzuchelli house. Since Mr. Mazzu invited Maashous to live with his family, Maashous’s presence has been causing some tension. Mr. Mazzu’s wife and oldest son, Gordy, are less than thrilled with Mr. Mazzu’s charitable act (Gordy especially could do without Maashous’s snoring), and at the start of the episode, it looks like Maashous may be on his way out. However, as the episode progresses, Maashous bonds with Mrs. Mazzuchelli, and after he helps her hang some lights on their deck, it seems like he is staying for now.

Best Performance: Stephanie J. Block

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Any good musical theatre fan worships the great actresses of the stage, including Tony Award nominated actress Stephanie J. Block. While she may be playing Cher in the upcoming Broadway bio-musical, for now she is playing Simon’s conservative mother, Patricia. She is for sure one the stronger actors on the show, and last night she proved that, giving an authentic performance as a mother wrestling with her religious beliefs and her son’s happiness. I hope we get more Stephanie J. Block in the coming weeks.

Sassiest Moment: Ms. Wolfe Asserting Her Dominance via Paper Coffee Cup Placement

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It’s obvious: Ms. Wolfe should totally be directing this production of Spring Awakening. She is way more competent than Mr. Mazzu, she cares about her students, and she is hands down the sassiest person at Stanton High. Exhibit A: at the first production meeting, when the costume designer (and Gwen’s mother), tries to overstep her bounds and move Ms. Wolfe’s coffee cup, Ms. Wolfe pushes back asserting her dominance over not only the table, but the whole drama department.

Will They/Won’t They Couple We Are Rooting For: Simon and Jeremy

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It is apparent that the will they/won’t they couple Rise is pushing is the Robbie/Lillette romance. However, keep your eye on the dynamic between Simon and Jeremy. While nothing explicitly romantic is going on between the two, the chemistry is there. Mark my words: they will get together by the end of the season.

Make sure to watch Rise, Tuesdays at 9pm on NBC. 

The hit Hulu original, The Handmaid's Tale, is gearing up for its second season—and the new trailer tells us *a lot*.

As it kicks off with a dramatic start, the trailer is centered on Offred (Elisabeth Moss), also known as June, and her continuing battle to get out of Gilead. "What will happen when I get out?" she asks, and honestly, I wonder the same thing.

Here's hoping she will find a way to escape, though she has a few obstacles to get through along the way. To refresh your memory, June is still looking for her daughter and is also pregnant, with no clue as to who's the father. The trailer ends with June stating her name followed by, "I am free," so that seems awfully promising. But, as always, you can never be so sure with these shows. They love to take you through constant twists and turns. It's going to be quite the battle for June this season and I can't wait to see what happens.

The trailer also features scenes of resistance, Ofglen's (Alexis Bledel) experience at a camp where women are worked to death, and a chilling hanging scene. "You will love the Lord thy God with all your heart or you will feel the pain of his judgment for that is his love," we hear as it turns to dozens of handmaids hanging from nooses. Talk about bone-chilling. The two-minute trailer is a complete emotional roller coaster, so I can't imagine what feelings the season premiere will evoke. 

If you haven't had a chance to catch the first season of The Handmaid's Tale, there's still time, as season two doesn't air until April 25. Grab your blanket and popcorn because it's going to be one wild ride.

We’ve all been there: putting off watching the last episode of our favorite TV show then finally sucking it up, watching it, sobbing our eyes out and feeling like there’s nothing else to look forward to. Right?

Maybe that’s a tad dramatic, yet the message stays the samewhat do you do when the show you love ends? Probably mope for a few days before bingeing another. And then what if the show is turned into a reboot, a la Gilmore Girls, Queer Eye and Roseanne? TV revivals have been all the rage in modern media, and there's a chance we'll see a reboot for Dawson's Creek—or will we?

The cast of the now 20-year-old series reunited on Entertainment Weekly for a cover shoot, where they discussed the possibility of a reboot for the popular show. A few of them had mixed emotions, especially Michelle Williams, whose character was killed off in the finale. Kerr Smith, though, offered that Williams play the grown-up version of the daughter they were left to raise at the end of the show.

Fellow cast member Katie Holmes, however, wasn’t sure if a reboot might be the best idea. “What I love about this show is that it existed at a time pre-social media, pre-internet, and it was nostalgic when we were shooting it,” she told Entertainment Weekly. “So I really like it where it is, to be honest.”

Dawson Creek’s creator, Kevin Williamson, agreed with Holmes about the struggle to place an older show in the modern day—but still showed support for the idea. “Dawson’s Creek was me expressing myself at that point in time. And here I am, at another age, at another point in time,” he explained. “I don’t know what I could emotionally bring to the table. I can’t wait for someone else to do it. I don’t think it’s going to be me. But I’ll be happy to watch it.”

Dawson’s Creek was a popular American drama series that premiered in 1998. When the show ended in 2003, Jen (Michelle Williams) had died from a heart attack and her daughter was left in the care of Jack (Kerr Smith) and Doug (Dylan Neal). The rest of the cast had their bows all tied up: Dawson (James Van Der Beek) met his role model, Steven Spielberg, and Joey (Katie Holmes) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) were living together in New York.

You can watch the cast's full sit-down discussion about a possible reboot, and more, over at People TV!

Get your Tinder-swiping fingers ready. Cardi B is partnering with Tinder to give schools across the nation a chance to win a free concert given by none other than the "Bodak Yellow" queen herself. The best part? All you have to do is swipe right more than any other school. It's literally that easy.

"The school with the most right swipes will be blessed with Cardi B’s ferocious flow (and probably another iconic dress)," Tinder noted in a statement. "Tinder’s top universities will face-off in a single-elimination format. Students will try to out-right-swipe the competition to advance to the next round. Each round will last 2-4 days (depending on the round), and the winner will be announced April 18."

OMG. 

The contest kicked offon March 27 and will continue until April 18—but you'll know when you're school is knocked out, as there are regular elimination announcements. The announcements are as follows:

• Mar. 30: Top 64 schools announced.
• April 2: Top 32 announced. 
• April 5: Top 16 announced.
• April 9: Top 8 announced. 
• April 13: Top 2 announced.
• April 18: Winner announced.

"College students have been huge supporters of me and my music, so I'm super excited to show them some love by performing an exclusive concert on the winning campus thanks to Tinder," Cardi B said. Girl, we can't wait either.

If you haven't already, I would get to swiping on that app ASAP, unless you want to miss out on a FREE Cardi B concert. That'd be devastating, TBH. Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go hang posters on every inch of my college campus so we win.

Could Niall Horan be giving Hailee Steinfeld not just butterflies, but “the whole damn zoo?”

Fans have gone wild after Hailee shared a pic of herself on Twitter wearing a Niall Horan t-shirt. The two famous singers have been friends for a while, but a source recently told E! News“it’s true that Hailee and Niall are dating, but at this point it’s still pretty casual.”

The dating rumors come after a few sightings of the pair together at various events. In February, Niall and Hailee attended a Backstreet Boys concert together in Las Vegas, then headed to a nightclub for a DJ set by Diplo.

Perhaps what started it all was Niall’s Instagram post for Hailee’s birthday back in December. "Happy birthday to the loveliest person on the planet and one of my best friends @haileesteinfeld,” he captioned the photo.

Even if they aren’t official, there’s no denying their cuteness.

Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman is fighting back against suggestions that gymnasts should stop wearing leotards.

In a tweet posted Sunday night, Raisman says that leotards are not the problem and that the real problem is the pedophiles and enablers:

These suggestions came after the January trial of Larry Nassar, a sports doctor who sexually abused more than 150 athletes. According to Cosmopolitan, Raisman has been an advocate for survivors after testifying at the trial.

Earlier this month, Raisman filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Olympic Committee for not acting on the allegations made against Nassar, Yahoo reports.

“I refuse to wait any longer for these organizations to do the right thing,” Raisman said in a statement at the time of filing the lawsuit.

The reaction from Raisman’s tweet about banning leotards has been mostly positive. Many other women on Twitter have pointed out that wearing a leotard is for safety of the athletes, and that women are not at fault for wearing what they want and abusers are no less at fault for violating them:

We can only hope that change will continue to happen in the gymnastics world and that athletes will stick with wearing leotards.

Special counsel Robert Mueller has been very busy lately investigating the Trump administration, and on Tuesday night his office revealed that yet another President Trump official “has ties to a Russian intelligence service and had such ties in 2016,” according to ThinkProgress.org.

Rick Gates, a former associate of President Trump’s campaign manager, Paul Manafort, is cooperating with the special counsel but was found guilty of directly communicating with a former Russian Intelligence Officer with the GRU (the Russian foreign military intelligence agency). His contact with the official reportedly occurred in September and October of 2016. 

The Intelligence Officer that was in contact with Gates is allegedly responsible for hacking the Democratic National Committee emails, that were later published to WikiLeaks. From those posts, Trump's campaign then used the hacked emails to his advantage during his campaign in 2016 — but later argued they had, “absolutely no effect on the outcome of the election.”

The alleged officer has yet to be revealed but according to Business Insider: “The identity of the individual is unclear, but the description bears similarities to Konstantin Kilimnik, a longtime associate of Gates and former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort.” 

While the outcome of this investigation was a guilty verdict for Gates, the impact of the information he uncovered from his ties with Russia has yet to be revealed. Mueller’s team will reportedly be investigating those ties and the fate of how ethical and fair the 2016 Presidential election was, hangs in the balance. 

We’ve all been there - you accidentally ordered the wrong pizza topping or mistakenly posted your friend’s crazy weekend pics as public on Facebook. As embarrassing as those mistakes might be, you’re probably used to handling them by now. But what happens when you mess up at your job? Workplace mistakes are something schools and career advisors don’t really cover when going over networking tips or career advice. We tend to focus on how to play up our successes, especially online, but what about when we need to deal with our failures?

Talking about a mistake, whether it’s a simple slip up or something more serious, can be nervewracking in a professional. It’s natural to want to brush it under the table and just hope it goes away, but that often leads to an even bigger mess. Sometimes, catching something early can be the difference between keeping your job or not. Honesty is always the best policy, even if it can be daunting to follow.

Jasmine Cui, a student at SUNY Geneseo, recommends getting things off your chest sooner rather than later. “Apologize and be upfront. Let them know that you understand [your mistake]…even something as simple as ‘how can I fix this’ or ‘what can I do to make things right’ can make a world of difference.”

Coming forward ready to fix the problem shows your initiative and professionalism. Emily Dumas, a junior at Northern Arizona University, knows how important this is. “I’m planning on working in the hospitality industry and if I make a mistake and don’t own up to it as soon as I realized it happened, I could potentially put a guest in harm's way or ruin a family vacation,” she says. “The most professional thing to do would be to own up to your mistake so you can work to nix it before it escalates to a larger issue. Not only would this show you can take initiative, but you are also honest with your fellow coworkers.” [break up long quotes with dialogue tags]

Being a trustworthy employee is more valued than being perfect in most cases, especially when you’re just starting out in the company. While each situation is unique, there are a few ways to handle the situation post-realization.

Take a breather

According to Mitch Rufca, President and Founder of Rufca Recruiting and Professor in the LMU College of Business Administration, you should take a breather after realizing your mistake. He says, “Don’t try to overcompensate for the mistake. People tend to focus on the mistake which ends up putting a magnifying glass on it. Do what you can to correct it but don’t overdo it.” While it’s totally normal to freak out, it’s also important not to act emotionally and take time to figure out what’s going on.

There might be a way to easily fix the problem yourself, so before you go around telling everyone about what happened, think through any solutions you could work through on your own. If you do need to enlist help from others, only tell the people who absolutely need to know. By taking a minute to form your thoughts and get a game, you’ll be able to make a beeline straight for the person you need to speak to and clearly tell them about the problem. It’s even better if you can come to them with a solution already in mind. While they might have a different idea, it will make you look more in control if you come to the table with a suggestion.

Take time to think it over, but not too long

Stressing over a problem until you’re a nervous wreck won’t make admitting your error any easier. According to Rachel Petty, a recent grad from James Madison University, getting in front of the problem quickly made things go much smoother. “At my internship, I realized over the weekend that I had made a mistake on a client report. I wanted to alert my supervisor as soon as possible, so I sent her a text letting her know. We were able to figure it out and she was happy that I let her know as soon as I realized.”

Put in extra time

Actions speak louder than words. So, offer to put in extra time to contribute to the solution. It’s true that in some situations your employer may feel it’s best to handle the clean up without you, but staying late or coming in early to solve the problem will show your commitment to seeing the issue through to the end. According to Mitch Rufca, “if it could help fix what happened its appropriate to put in extra time.” Being a committed employee and going the extra mile will make it harder for your boss to use your mistake as a measurement of your overall work performance.  

Let it go

Finally, once the issue is resolved, or you’ve done everything you can to make amends, learn to let it go. Harping on one bad day can actually be worse long-term than the original mishap.

Rufca recommends that showing you learned from the incident goes farther than constantly dwelling on it. He says, “I’d rather someone shows that they’ve learned from a mistake going forward.”

Letting your thoughts become preoccupied with a past issue, will only lead to more mistakes! Come back to your job the following day, or week, confident and ready to focus on the future. The best way to avoid making future mistakes is to forgive yourself first.

Dropping the ball every now and then is human, and while the stakes might be higher at work, it’s still important to employ the same basic communication principles we use with our friends. Such as, being direct and open, admitting our mistakes, and forgiving ourselves in order to move forward. At the end of the day, keeping it all in perspective is the best way to handle anything from a small misstep to a big doozy.

In 2016, after the release of the Access Hollywood tape which featured President Donald Trump bragging about sexually assaulting women, former Vice President Joe Biden said that if the two men were in high school he would "take him behind the gym." Then, at a speaking engagement earlier this month, Biden reiterated his remarks by saying he wanted to "beat the hell" out of Trump. But in a recent Pod Save America episode, Biden expressed his regret for his comments.

"I shouldn't have said what I said," Biden said on the podcast. "I don't want to get down in the mosh pit with this guy [Trump]."

Biden added that both of his comments were referring to how he would've acted in high school, not now. He's still upset about the way Trump talked in the video, though.

"The truth of the matter is, I find the behavior, the talk, vulgar. I find it degrading. And I think what it does, it does encourage the minority element of a male population to think it’s OK to engage in the behavior the president talks about," Biden said. “I never, ever, at any time said I would like to personally, physically, etc. But I think it’s important to continue to make the point: Women are entitled to be treated with respect, damn it, and it’s about time we men stand up."

President Trump took to Twitter both times after Biden made comments about him.

He claimed on the podcast that is his remarks were made out of pride and he was really fed up with the way President Trump has spoken about women. 

He said the following, "The truth of the matter is, I find the behavior, the talk, vulgar. I find it degrading. And I think what it does, it does encourage the minority element of a male population to think it’s OK to engage in the behavior the president talks about,” he said. “I never, ever, at any time said I would like to personally, physically, etc. But I think it’s important to continue to make the point: Women are entitled to be treated with respect, damn it, and it’s about time we men stand up.”

After 10 months, Federal prosecutors have announced that the two officers involved in the death of Alton Sterling will not be charged because there is not enough evidence to warrant civil rights charges. The case files will be handed over to Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry, who will ultimately determine if state charges are appropriate. 

Alton Sterling, a 37-year-old black man, was killed by police officers Blane Salamoni and Howie Lake II in July 2016. A cellphone video emerged of the incident, showing Sterling being pinned to the ground by the officers before he was shot. The officers were responding to a 9-1-1 call that reported a man with a gun outside a convenience store. According to police, Sterling was reaching for a gun when he was shot.

Sterling's death and the subsequent footage of it sparked outrage among the Black Lives Matter community, leading to protests across the country. 

According to Landry, the state department will lead the investigation with the assistance of a prosecutor from the state's Department of Justice. "A thorough and complete investigation could take a considerable amount of time," he said. "As such, we ask for patience from the public and the press." 

The Sterling family was disappointed with the decision from the US Department of Justice, said family attorney Chris Stewart. "We're not angry. We're not gonna... let rage rule, because it's not over." 

New details about the shooting have emerged along with the Justice Department's announcement. The officer who shot Sterling first put a gun to his head when he refused to put his hands on the hood of the car. As shown in the video, the officers put their hands on Sterling when he refused and struggled with them. That is when Salamoni pulled out his gun. Stewart says they learned while in conversation with federal prosecutors that Salamoni said "I'll kill you, bitch."

Sterling's aunt was particularly emotional following the news conference, bursting into tears. "Oh my God, that was the hardest thing ever," Sandra Sterling cried, before being led away by her attorney. "To hear Salamoni tell my nephew, my child who I love so much, that I'm going to kill you. He put that gun to his head. ... Salamoni put that gun to his head and said I'm going to kill you. So how do you think Alton felt? How do you think Alton felt after hearing that I'm going to kill you?"

According to Stewart, Salamoni instigated the situation. The most important thing is it shows the mindset of Officer Salamoni," Stewart told CNN. 

Salamoni's attorney John McLindon told CNN that he does not know if Salamoni did indeed say those words. "I was not a part of that conversation the Sterling family had. The US attorney did allude to the officer's behavior not being appropriate," McLindon said. "If it did happen, then the feds knew about it. If it's on video or audio, they have it. And they used two separate expert witnesses on use of force. Both of them reached the same conclusion -- that it was not criminal behavior. If it did happen, it did not rise to the level of criminal conduct."

Other details from the case reveal that Sterling was carrying a .38 caliber revolver with 6 rounds in it. Lake used his taser twice on Sterling before making contact. Two videos of the incident have been released to the public, and there are four other in evidence: two body camera recordings, one from a store surveillance camera, and one from the dashboard camera in a patrol car. 

Authorities refused to comment further on the case. 

According to Stewart, the Sterlings are hoping that the state will find reason to charge the officers even though federal prosecutors didn't. 

To do this, Corey Amundson, acting US attorney for the Middle District of Louisiana, said, "We would have to prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, that Officer Salamoni did not believe that Mr. Sterling was actually going for a gun ... and that he simply decided to shoot him."

Salamoni's lawyer said he agrees with the Justice Department's decision "100 percent" and that he's making plans to contact the Louisiana attorney general to discuss cooperating with the next investigation. 

Lake's attorney Fred T. Crifasi called the shooting a tragic accident. "It has drastically changed the lives of all those personally connected and has indirectly affected so many more," he said. "While Officer Lake is certainly relieved by the conclusion reached by the United States Department of Justice, he is aware that this investigation is now in the hands of the Attorney General for the State of Louisiana. Accordingly, he will continue to refrain from publicly commenting on the facts of the case."

The mayor of Baton Rouge Sharon Weston Broome made a statement about the case, saying that it will lead to revisions in the city's police training manual about the use of force. She has also said that $2 million will be put toward securing body cameras for the entire police force and training in implicit bias.  

On Tuesday afternoon, an anonymous Medium blog post surfaced that claimed multiple Howard University employees had misappropriated nearly $1 million in financial aid funds. Howard University President Wayne Frederick later confirmed that six people were fired from the school after they had taken financial aid funds reserved for low-income students.

The now-deleted Medium post accused Frederick of knowing about the misappropriated funds since May of 2017. In his statement, Frederick said he knew about the misconduct before then — first learning of it in December 2016. This is when he supposedly hired an outside auditor to look into the funds.

"The investigation found that from 2007 to 2016, University grants were given to some University employees who also received tuition remission," Frederick said. "The audit revealed that the combination of University grants and tuition remission exceeded the total cost of attendance. As a result, some individuals received inappropriate refunds."

Frederick reported the auditor's findings to the Department of Education in July. He didn't confirm in his statement the amount of money that was misappropriated. 

Though Frederick did reveal that six University employees were fired as a result of the investigation, he didn't directly address one of the anonymous post's most damning allegations — Tyrone Hankerson Jr., a student employee at the financial aid office, supposedly received more than $400,000 in financial aid awards.

Hankerson said in a statement to ABC News that he "would never do anything to hurt an institution" that he loves.

"Please know that I have done nothing illegal or wrong," the statement read. "When the truth comes out, it will be confirmed that I followed all rules and protocol with the approval of the, then, financial aid officers in any grants, scholarships or awards given to me as a student who attended class all year round and traveled abroad." 

Many current and former Howard University students took to Twitter to express their anger over the situation.

Frederick's statement also included steps the University will be taken to ensure something like this doesn't happen again. Most of the reform efforts involve awards, scholarships and grants having to receive approval from offices outside of financial aid, such as the Budget Office or Controller's Office.

"While this has been a very difficult and disappointing situation, I know our campus community deserves better and I am committed to ensuring that each of our campus offices operate with integrity and are the best that higher education has to offer," Frederick said at the end of his statement.

Ryan Edwards was arrested on Tuesday after police allegedly learned he violated his probation related to a previous heroin possession. 

Edwards is known for his appearances on MTV's Teen Mom— now Teen Mom OG— and his ex Maci Bookout, who he shares a 9-year-old son with. 

According to TMZ, the arrest took place in Edwards' home in Tennessee just a day after MTV revealed he was expecting his first child with wife Mackenzie Standifer. 

An episode of Teen Mom OG once revealed that Edwards was spending nearly $10,000 a week on heroin. He went to rehab after MTV's cameras caught him falling asleep while driving. After spending 30 days there, Edwards said he was home and "doing well, and life could not be better." 

Hopefully this arrest will serve as a wake-up call for Edwards and he'll get the help he needs. 

Looking for a job or internship is never easy, but perhaps the worst part is writing the cover letter that will land you an interview. Feeling desperate? Cocky? Underqualified? Whatever the case, just once, you should be able to say what you're really thinking while writing a million cover letters in the hopes of finding the perfect job. 

1. What you say: “To Whom it May Concern” 

What you really mean: I don’t know your actual name, but I’m pretty sure this is how adults communicate, right?

2. What you say: “My name is [Insert Name Here] and I am an [Insert Lengthiest Name For Your Major Here] at [Insert University.]”

What you really mean: This is where I introduce myself, right? I need to sound smart. Maybe I should add a minor? Another major? Forget it, I need my PhD before I can send out any more cover letters. 

3. What you say: "I am a diligent worker and I always stay on task."

What you really mean: I heard that the word 'diligent' makes me look smart. And I pretty much stay on task. Like 99 percent of the time. Okay, 50 percent. Depends if I can access Netflix.

4. What you say: "I have extensive experience using Excel."

What you really mean: I made a spreadsheet once. Please, don’t make me do it again. 

5. What you say: "I am great with deadlines and never fail to perform any task asked of me. "

What you really mean: I will stay up all night and be miserable, but I’ll never let you fire me. 

6. What you say: "I believe that my passion and drive qualify me for this position."

What you really mean: I am not qualified, at all, but I am passionate about getting a job. 

7. What you say: "I have been dreaming about a job in [insert job market here] since I was just a little girl."

What you really mean: I’ve been dreaming about this job ever since I realized that a career as a professional world traveler and wine enthusiast wasn’t as lucrative as I thought it was. 

8. What you say: "My degree has prepared me for anything that may come my way."

What you really mean: I learned how to nap in college. Can I nap at this job?

9. What you say: "[Insert extremely specific fact about prospective job] is what drives me to work for your company."

What you really mean: [I found this on your website] and I know it makes me look like I know what I’m talking about. 

10. What you say: "Thank you for your consideration."

What you really mean: Please consider me. Please? 

11. What you say: "Sincerely."

What you really mean: This makes me seem sincere. Not too sincere, right? Just the right amount of sincere. Like, the kind of sincere that will make you take pity on me and hire me.

Good morning Her Campus! With a break-neck news cycle, there is no possible way for you to stay on top of every story that comes across your feeds—we’re all only human, after all.

But, life comes at you fast. So grab a cup of coffee and settle in for this quick and dirty guide to stories you might’ve been sleeping on (like, literally. It’s early.)

The Current White House Physician Will Become the Veterans Affairs Secretary

President Trump announced on Twitter that Dr. Ronny L. Jackson, who's been the White House doctor since 2006, will replace David J. Shulkin as Veterans Affairs Secretary. 

Shulkin was the fourth cabinet member that either moved to a new job or was fired by Trump.

Dr. Jackson is a naval officer who "has no real experience running a large bureaucracy," according to The New York Times. The department that he'll oversee is the federal government's second largest. 

The nomination still has to be approved by the Senate. 

Oklahoma's Senate Approved Tax Increases to Give Teachers Better Pay

A momentous  $447 million revenue package passed the Oklahoma Senate on Wednesday. HB1010XX is the state's first tax increase since 1990, and will result in "the biggest teacher pay raise in Oklahoma history," according to Mayor-elect David Holt. 

The Associated Pressreported the bill's passage intended to avert a statewide teacher walkout scheduled for next week; however, the Oklahoma Education Association said teachers still plan to walkout. 

"There is still work to do to get this legislature to invest more in our classrooms,"said the union's president, Alicia Priest. "That work will continue Monday when educators descend on the Capitol."

Priest still praised the bill, though, calling it "truly historic."

"This historic investment of half a billion dollars will benefit a generation of Oklahoma students and will be felt in every community across this state," she said.

Maryland Federal Judge Denies President Trump's Attempt To Challenge a Lawsuit That Says He Violated the U.S. Constitution

After Trump attempted to dismiss a lawsuit against him that alleged he violated the Foreign and Domestic Emoluments clauses of the Constitution, a federal judge ruled on Wednesday that the suit could proceed. 

The clause forbids federal officials from accepting "emoluments," or gifts/payments, from individual states and foreign governments. Trump, according to the lawsuit, is doing exactly this because his businesses, like the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., continue to make money and collect payments from foreign governments and their representatives. 

The attorneys general of the District of Columbia and Maryland now have standing to pursue the lawsuit thanks to U.S. District Judge Peter Messitte.

"The thrust of Messitte’s decision is that the states successfully showed they have been injured by the advantages that Trump’s businesses — most importantly, his DC hotel — gained over the states and their interests (like other hotels that receive taxpayer money) through his continued business stake in the Trump Organization while he serves as president of the United States,"Vox reported. 

Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh celebrated the ruling in a tweet, adding that they're ready to move forward.

What to look out for...

...the rise of yet another Spongebob meme. Say goodbye to the "Krusty Krab vs. Chum Bucket," and hello to the "Tired Spongebob." It even comes from the same episode as the "Angry Patrick" meme.

Love & Hip Hop Miami star Amara La Negra just dropped her latest single, "Insecure" and it's a total hit. We've had it on replay for daysss!

Amara is all over the map right now, from her recent appearance on The Real to playing some shows at SXSW. If you're not familiar with this rising star yet (though you should be!), allow us to share 10 things you should know:

1) She's Dominican, and often sings in Spanglish

Amara was raised in Miami, but her mother and family is from the Dominican Republic. "If I say I'm Afro-Latina, you'll automatically, visually in your mind see [that] I'm dark," Amara told NPR."And [in] my family we all speak Spanish, we're Latinos. This is my culture." Her music is typically in both English and Spanish, which is totally amazing.

2) She's Afro-Latina, and proud

"I think it’s unfortunate that there’s so many talented Afro-Latinos all around the world but we’re not given the same opportunities based off the way that we look,” Amara said in an interview with HuffPost. “It’s not that we’re not talented. It’s not that we’re not educated. They just don’t consider that we [have] what they consider to [be] the Latino look."

Yes, girl! Preach!

3) She has 1.4 million Instagram followers. 

If you didn't know, she's a pretty big deal.

4) Her locks are 100% real.

She even took her braids out to prove it. 

5) "Insecure" isn't her only song. 

Amara also has a song called "What a Bam Bam," and the music video is hot AF. She also has several other songs including "Se Que Soy" and "Ayy."

6) She's apparently working on her own show.

It's going to be called Girl Talk and I bet it will be amazing.

7) She's only 27 years old...

...And totally kicking ass, if you ask me.

8) Her mom is her hero.

"I love my mom and she is the most important people in my life," Amara told BET Style. "She is my role model and she has taught me what a strong woman is. I can only recall once or twice in my life when my mother cried because she had to be strong. She had to be a strong woman because she left her country and she had to be a provider. She had to go through the process of working, getting her citizen papers and taking care of her daughter, who wanted a career in almost everything." Her mom worked multiple jobs to support her daughter's dreams. "She did all of this because she was able to see my potential and I am so grateful to that woman and I would do anything to make her proud. My mom is so important to me." Awww!

9) She's a dancer.

And it helped her lose a ton of weight, believe it or not. "Before I began focusing a 1000 percent on my career, I was a Zumba instructor and I am still certified to instruct," Amara told BET Style. "I used to weigh 230 pounds. My mom and I were going through a really depressing time and I found comfort in eating. So when I decided to change my life for the better, I stopped eating pizza, which I love, and I started dancing like three to four hours a day and naturally lost the weight. Dancing is all that I need. If I could dance my life away in sweat, I would be satisfied. I also train with King Fitness.”

That's so crazy!

10) She'll be performing in New York at the SoulFrito Urban Latin Music Fest this summer.

BRB, getting my tix and booking a flight.

Country singer Macy Martin is pretty much the definition of the ultimate college student. She’s a dedicated music business major at Belmont University, an active member of Phi Mu and an incredibly talented singer discovered by Dolly Parton’s producer. Her recently released single, “Take It Now,” is the perfect addition to your road trip Spotify playlist. Martin took the time out of her busy schedule to speak with Her Campus about her musical influences, her favorite classes and her advice for young women who want to be discovered.

Her Campus: You recently released a new single entitled, “Take It Now.” What was the inspiration behind it?

Macy Martin: "Take It Now" is very simple. It's stating that when you're at that point in a relationship, let's not play around anymore. Let's jump full on in. You're just clearly saying, "I'm ready. Take my heart, take my soul, take my kisses. Take everything. Just take it all now."

HC: Who are your musical influences or role models? Do you like to listen to other genres besides country? If so, what are they?

MM: I just actually talked about this with a friend of mine before class started. I grew up on such an eclectic taste in music. When I'd get in the car with my mom, she grew up in Houston, Texas, so of course, country music was on, but also tons of classic rock like Boston and The Eagles and Journey. I just absolutely loved that sound and that vibe. With my father it was straight country music. He is a cowboy through and through. It was like early 2000s, listening to 80s and early 90s country music, so truly just the classics. When I got in the car with my grandmother, the Rat Pack was playing: Dean Martin, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong. It was such an eclectic taste in music. Like any great college student I have a wonderful collection of old records that were some of my family's and then others just great finds. You can totally see that. When I put on an old record, I go from Boston to Frank Sinatra. It just works in our household. I love all genres of music.

HC: What’s one song you like to play on repeat?

MM: Right now one of my jams for recent music that's come out has been "The Middle" by Zedd and Maren Morris. It's just on constant repeat, jamming down the road.

HC: You’re currently a sophomore at Belmont University in Nashville, has your experience been a positive one?

MM: Absolutely! So I came to Nashville and started recording music and really pursuing a professional career when I was 14 years old. I was traveling back and forth from Nashville to Texas, still in high school. I had gone to private school when I was younger. My parents actually wanted me to move to a public high school because there would be more diversity, and for my application to college, it would be more diverse compared to what it would have been at my private school. We were so tiny. There were like 200 students altogether, and it was preschool to 12th grade. I was so used to managing work and school from an early age and also traveling in between that. I was so blessed to have a school and teachers that were so willing to work with us and make sure that I got all my hours accounted for and still made all my grades. I ended up graduating ninth out of 400 kids.

Of course when it came to graduating high school and taking that next step, I truly wanted to pursue college because I think I would be lost without it. Both my grandparents on my dad's side were school teachers, and so education is just been something that is so respected in my family and is something that has been placed so high in my own standards. It's just something I truly enjoy. I was always the nerd. I said this when I was visiting someone the other day, I'm like, "I'm such a nerd. I'm not like a lot of kids my age." Someone will sit and look at something in science and be like, "Oh, that's whatever. I'm a business major." I'm like, "I'm a business major, too, but that is so cool!" I've had a wonderful experience and am looking forward to what's to come with college.

HC: How do you balance your involvement in a sorority, your academic studies and your singing career? Have you ever had any trouble?

MM: It's truly crazy and definitely not easy. To say that would be just insane. I think in life when you enjoy something so much, you make time for it. Of course, my music and my education comes first. In being part of a sorority, I never felt like that competed with the music or with education. It all kind of ties in together into one whole college unit. Each thing complements the other. Being a part of Phi Mu has allowed me to expand my branches on campus and even expand my branches within my music because our philanthropy is Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. With my organization that I founded back when I was a little girl, "Macy's Toy Box," I started with my involvement in the Miss America organization, which their national philanthropy is Children's Miracle Network Hospitals as well. It's funny how the world works and how life just puts you on the tracks that it does. My connections with Phi Mu and their connections with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals has allowed us to open some doors to get "Macy's Toy Box" in with our local Children's Miracle Network Hospital here in Nashville. It's crazy and so hectic and busy most definitely, but that's also the thing. My parents are go-getters and just having them truly by my side and as my role models. I was raised in that light, and if we have a moment of lapse where nothing is going on, we're like, "Whoa! We're bored! We need to go do something."

HC: What’s your favorite class that you’ve taken so far? Why?

MM: My major is music business, but they won't let you minor with a music business major because it's so broad. The good part is I have an emphasis in legal studies, and I absolutely love my law classes. It just fascinates me. I totally nerd out over case briefs because they're almost like puzzles. You get to read through this thing, and then you get to put it together and take it apart again and just rebuild it. I really enjoy all my law classes, and I think my favorites of those have been the last two that I've taken—plain old business law and my law class that I'm currently taking this semester. It's called "Music Industry Contract Law." I'm just so fascinated. I absolutely adore my professor. She's amazing and makes the class so enjoyable and exciting. I could go on forever talking about it.

HC: What is something you wish you knew before entering college?

MM: That you don't have to be involved in everything. When you get there, it's important to find your people and your niche and just stick to that. You don't have be involved in every single thing on campus. You can find two or three things, and if you sink your heart into those and truly enjoy them, that will shine through more so in any kind of resume than you being scattered all over the place and not being truly committed to one thing.

HC: For a young woman who hopes to be discovered like you were, what advice would you give?

MM: I would just say if this is truly what you want to do, you're passionate about it and you can't see your life without it, stick to whatever you're doing and just keep that dream alive. Don't forget it and keep pursuing it. Do it naturally because that's what happened to me. It was something that I loved to do, but it wasn't anything that we ever pursued. It just kind of happened to fall in our laps. I think, again, that's how the universe and life and God and the journeys that they take us on work. If you love it and you're passionate about it, it will shine through in everything that you do. People see that and they gravitate toward it. That's how people notice you, and that's how people see you. I guess that all lines up with being truly who you are and not being this certain thing. When people see that you are content with who you are, or you don't know who you are but are trying to figure it out, people see that and it attracts them. They'll find you.