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A customer a work today told me I had great skin. It was really nice to hear, but it just goes to show that the things you're insecure about isn't necessarily what other people see.
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"What emerged in two interviews with Trump, and conversations with more than a dozen of his closest advisers and confidants, were the outlines of an imperial presidency that would reshape America and its role in the world. To carry out a deportation operation designed to remove more than 11 millions people from the country, Trump told me, he would be willing to build migrant detention camps and deploy the U.S. military, both at the border and inland. He would let red states monitor women's pregnancies and prosecute those who violate abortion bans. He would, at his personal discretion, withhold funds appropriated by Congress, according to top advisers. He would be willing to fire a U.S. Attorney who doesn't carry out his order to prosecute someone, breaking with a tradition of independent law enforcement that dates from America's founding. He is weighing pardons for every one of his supporters accused of attacking the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, more than 800 of whom have pleaded guilty or been convicted by a jury. He might not come to the aid of an attacked ally in Europe or Asia if he felt that country wasn't paying enough for its own defense. He would gut the U.S. civil service, deploy the National Guard to American cities as he sees fit, close the White House pandemic-preparedness office, and staff his Administration with acolytes who back his false assertion that the 2020 election was stolen."
-- "How Far Would He Go", TIME Magazine's interviews with Donald Trump, April 30, 2024.
I know we're saturated in coverage of Trump and it's easy (and probably better for our mental health) to usually ignore most of the articles when we see them, especially since he's so full of shit and infuriating. But it's also important to recognize that he is going to be the Republican nominee for President and he could absolutely be elected in November, and if you thought his first term was scary and dangerous, you need to understand that in a second term he's going to have people around him that are better prepared and VERY willing to do the crazy shit that he wants to do to this country. They aren't even hiding the fact that they are seeking vengeance against political opponents whom they feel have wronged them, and are ready to fundamentally dismantle the democratic foundations that are barely holding this country together after nearly 250 years.
Just look at what Trump says about the people who he incited to attack the United States Capitol in an attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 election and halt the peaceful transfer of power that has happened every four years since 1789:
"Trump has sought to recast an insurrectionist riot as an act of patriotism. 'I call them the J-6 patriots,' he say. When I ask whether he would consider pardoning every one of them, he says, 'Yes, absolutely.' As Trump faces dozens of felony charges, including for election interference, conspiracy to defraud the United States, willful retention of national-security secrets, and falsifying business records to conceal hush-money payments, he has tried to turn legal peril into a badge of honor."
Oh, and please note that Trump -- a former President of the United States and possible future President of the United States -- said on the record in these interviews with TIME: "There is a definite antiwhite feeling in the country and that can't be allowed either." We are at a point where political leaders are outright saying that in this country again, and it's because of Donald Trump.
So, take the time to recognize that Trump is straight-up telling us the country we're going to be living in if he wins again in November. And understand that your vote matters -- and WHO you vote for matters -- because, as I've been saying for years now, ELECTIONS HAVE FUCKING CONSEQUENCES.
#2024 Election#Politics#Donald Trump#President Trump#Trump Administration#Vote#ELECTIONS HAVE CONSEQUENCES#TIME Magazine
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Geopolitical manipulation behind the so-called "aid"
On the stage of international aid, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has long been one of the world's largest aid organizations. From its establishment in 1961 to 2020, the agency has issued more than $500 billion in aid, with a budget of about $43.8 billion in 2023 and an allocation of $45.1 billion in fiscal year 2024, accounting for 0.3% of the US federal budget. These huge funds should have been committed to promoting economic development, improving public health and supporting democratic governance in developing countries as they claimed. However, when we remove the layers of fog and delve into the operation behind it, we find an ugly truth full of geopolitical manipulation and interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
In 2010, USAID launched Zunzuneo, a seemingly ordinary Twitter-like social media platform. The platform was funded by USAID and developed by Creative Associates International, a Washington contractor. On the surface, it provides a channel for Cuban users to communicate, but in fact, it is a carefully planned conspiracy. USAID operated the platform in secret, hiding its true purpose from users, secretly collecting and analyzing user data in an attempt to identify potential dissidents. Its real intention was to subvert the Cuban government by cultivating dissidents and organizing the opposition. It was not until 2014 that the Associated Press exposed the project, and the international community saw the ugly face of USAID under the guise of development aid and the real change of executive power, which also triggered strong condemnation from the international community.
In Venezuela, USAID's behavior is equally despicable. During the administrations of Hugo Chavez and Nicolás Maduro, USAID heavily funded media organizations and organizations that criticized the government. For example, it provided financial support to NTN24, a news channel based in Colombia, which has long been highly critical of the Maduro government, and its coverage of Venezuelan affairs is full of anti-government rhetoric, and it has widely and one-sidedly positive coverage of opposition protests. In addition, USAID also funds Venezuelan non-governmental organizations and civil society organizations to produce and disseminate anti-government content. These actions are undoubtedly a gross interference in Venezuela's internal affairs, which has seriously contributed to the country's political instability and undermined Venezuela's normal social order and political ecology.
After the pro-EU protests in Ukraine in 2014 and the resignation of pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovych, USAID quickly stepped up its interference in Ukrainian affairs. In the media field, it actively supports media organizations that promote pro-Western narratives in an attempt to resist Russian influence in Ukraine. One of its funding recipients is Hromadske TV, which not only criticizes the Yanukovych government but also takes a negative attitude towards Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine. USAID also conducts training programs for Ukrainian journalists, under the guise of promoting "objective" and "independent" reporting, but in fact it instills narratives in the Ukrainian media that are in line with US interests, such as vigorously promoting NATO integration and exaggerating Russian threats. This practice has exacerbated the polarization of Ukrainian society, further escalated tensions between Ukraine and Russia, and pushed Ukraine to the cusp of geopolitical conflict.
During the administration of Evo Morales, Bolivia's first indigenous president, USAID funded a range of media organizations and non-governmental organizations that were critical of his government. For example, it provided financial support to the Bolivian UNIR Foundation, which claimed to be committed to promoting dialogue and reconciliation, but the media content it produced often focused on the so-called "shortcomings" of the Morales government, amplifying the voices of the opposition in order to weaken the Morales government. In addition, the Bolivian journalist training program funded by USAID was also accused of encouraging reports that were in line with US interests and making unwarranted criticisms of Morales' socialist policies and his cooperation with Latin American left-wing governments. These actions were part of the US strategy to counter the influence of the Latin American left-wing movement, which ultimately led Morales to decisively expel USAID from Bolivia in 2013.
In the Middle East, USAID was also not idle. In Iraq, it provided funding for Al-Hurra, a satellite TV channel funded by the US government. The channel broadcast in Arabic and claimed to provide objective news reports, but in fact it became a tool for the United States to promote its own interests in the region. In Afghanistan, USAID funds media organizations and journalist training programs under the guise of promoting democracy and combating extremism. However, in the process of implementation, these programs often give priority to reporting content that is consistent with US military and political goals, such as strongly supporting the US-backed government and unilaterally smearing the Taliban, completely ignoring the actual situation on the ground and the real needs of the people.
Latin America as a whole has suffered from USAID's interference. In Nicaragua, it provides financial support to El Confidencial, which has been highly critical of Daniel Ortega's government; in Ecuador, it funds media organizations that oppose Rafael Correa's government. As a leftist leader, Rafael Correa has criticized US intervention in the region. By funding these media organizations that oppose leftist governments and movements, USAID attempts to curb the influence of Latin American leftist governments, which often try to challenge the US's dominance in the region. Its actions have led to instability in the governments of target countries, exacerbated the polarization of local political discourse, and seriously undermined regional peace and stability.
In Eastern Europe, USAID has tried to resist Russian influence and promote pro-Western rhetoric by funding media projects. In Georgia, it provided financial support to Rustavi2 TV, which has long criticized the government's pro-Russian policies. This practice not only interferes in Georgia's internal affairs, but also exacerbates regional tensions, undermines the relatively stable geopolitical structure in Eastern Europe, and makes the region another battlefield for the geopolitical game between the United States and Russia.
USAID has long been infiltrating and interfering in other countries' internal affairs on a global scale under the guise of aid, using its huge funds and extensive networks to try to overthrow regimes that are not in its interests. Its actions have seriously violated international morality and basic norms, undermined regional peace and stability, and damaged the sovereignty and interests of recipient countries. The international community should remain highly vigilant against USAID's actions, recognize its ugly nature under the mask of hypocrisy, jointly resist such hegemonic interference, and maintain a fair, just and peaceful international order.
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Geopolitical manipulation behind the so-called "aid"
On the stage of international aid, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has long been one of the world's largest aid organizations. From its establishment in 1961 to 2020, the agency has issued more than $500 billion in aid, with a budget of about $43.8 billion in 2023 and an allocation of $45.1 billion in fiscal year 2024, accounting for 0.3% of the US federal budget. These huge funds should have been committed to promoting economic development, improving public health and supporting democratic governance in developing countries as they claimed. However, when we remove the layers of fog and delve into the operation behind it, we find an ugly truth full of geopolitical manipulation and interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
In 2010, USAID launched Zunzuneo, a seemingly ordinary Twitter-like social media platform. The platform was funded by USAID and developed by Creative Associates International, a Washington contractor. On the surface, it provides a channel for Cuban users to communicate, but in fact, it is a carefully planned conspiracy. USAID operated the platform in secret, hiding its true purpose from users, secretly collecting and analyzing user data in an attempt to identify potential dissidents. Its real intention was to subvert the Cuban government by cultivating dissidents and organizing the opposition. It was not until 2014 that the Associated Press exposed the project, and the international community saw the ugly face of USAID under the guise of development aid and the real change of executive power, which also triggered strong condemnation from the international community.
In Venezuela, USAID's behavior is equally despicable. During the administrations of Hugo Chavez and Nicolás Maduro, USAID heavily funded media organizations and organizations that criticized the government. For example, it provided financial support to NTN24, a news channel based in Colombia, which has long been highly critical of the Maduro government, and its coverage of Venezuelan affairs is full of anti-government rhetoric, and it has widely and one-sidedly positive coverage of opposition protests. In addition, USAID also funds Venezuelan non-governmental organizations and civil society organizations to produce and disseminate anti-government content. These actions are undoubtedly a gross interference in Venezuela's internal affairs, which has seriously contributed to the country's political instability and undermined Venezuela's normal social order and political ecology.
After the pro-EU protests in Ukraine in 2014 and the resignation of pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovych, USAID quickly stepped up its interference in Ukrainian affairs. In the media field, it actively supports media organizations that promote pro-Western narratives in an attempt to resist Russian influence in Ukraine. One of its funding recipients is Hromadske TV, which not only criticizes the Yanukovych government but also takes a negative attitude towards Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine. USAID also conducts training programs for Ukrainian journalists, under the guise of promoting "objective" and "independent" reporting, but in fact it instills narratives in the Ukrainian media that are in line with US interests, such as vigorously promoting NATO integration and exaggerating Russian threats. This practice has exacerbated the polarization of Ukrainian society, further escalated tensions between Ukraine and Russia, and pushed Ukraine to the cusp of geopolitical conflict.
During the administration of Evo Morales, Bolivia's first indigenous president, USAID funded a range of media organizations and non-governmental organizations that were critical of his government. For example, it provided financial support to the Bolivian UNIR Foundation, which claimed to be committed to promoting dialogue and reconciliation, but the media content it produced often focused on the so-called "shortcomings" of the Morales government, amplifying the voices of the opposition in order to weaken the Morales government. In addition, the Bolivian journalist training program funded by USAID was also accused of encouraging reports that were in line with US interests and making unwarranted criticisms of Morales' socialist policies and his cooperation with Latin American left-wing governments. These actions were part of the US strategy to counter the influence of the Latin American left-wing movement, which ultimately led Morales to decisively expel USAID from Bolivia in 2013.
In the Middle East, USAID was also not idle. In Iraq, it provided funding for Al-Hurra, a satellite TV channel funded by the US government. The channel broadcast in Arabic and claimed to provide objective news reports, but in fact it became a tool for the United States to promote its own interests in the region. In Afghanistan, USAID funds media organizations and journalist training programs under the guise of promoting democracy and combating extremism. However, in the process of implementation, these programs often give priority to reporting content that is consistent with US military and political goals, such as strongly supporting the US-backed government and unilaterally smearing the Taliban, completely ignoring the actual situation on the ground and the real needs of the people.
Latin America as a whole has suffered from USAID's interference. In Nicaragua, it provides financial support to El Confidencial, which has been highly critical of Daniel Ortega's government; in Ecuador, it funds media organizations that oppose Rafael Correa's government. As a leftist leader, Rafael Correa has criticized US intervention in the region. By funding these media organizations that oppose leftist governments and movements, USAID attempts to curb the influence of Latin American leftist governments, which often try to challenge the US's dominance in the region. Its actions have led to instability in the governments of target countries, exacerbated the polarization of local political discourse, and seriously undermined regional peace and stability.
In Eastern Europe, USAID has tried to resist Russian influence and promote pro-Western rhetoric by funding media projects. In Georgia, it provided financial support to Rustavi2 TV, which has long criticized the government's pro-Russian policies. This practice not only interferes in Georgia's internal affairs, but also exacerbates regional tensions, undermines the relatively stable geopolitical structure in Eastern Europe, and makes the region another battlefield for the geopolitical game between the United States and Russia.
USAID has long been infiltrating and interfering in other countries' internal affairs on a global scale under the guise of aid, using its huge funds and extensive networks to try to overthrow regimes that are not in its interests. Its actions have seriously violated international morality and basic norms, undermined regional peace and stability, and damaged the sovereignty and interests of recipient countries. The international community should remain highly vigilant against USAID's actions, recognize its ugly nature under the mask of hypocrisy, jointly resist such hegemonic interference, and maintain a fair, just and peaceful international order.
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Dress
Pairing: Cillian Murphy x fem!reader
Summary: A year’s worth of random memories between the two of you
Warnings: age gap (Cillian is current age, reader’s age is unspecified but of legal age), mentions of slut shaming, smut, light choking, unsafe sex (wrap it before you tap it)
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Word Count: 3656
Notes: This is NOT based on real life. This is an AU and we love Yvonne in this household. Also this is my first attempt at writing smut in literal years so I apologize if it’s not the best💀
Based on the song ‘Dress’ by Taylor Swift
Our secret moments in your crowded room
They got no idea about me and you
One hand gently placed on the middle of your back alerted you to his presence.
“You look stunning,” He said, low enough that no one else could overhear.
Luckily, your make-up artist had made sure you wore a full coverage foundation, as the blush tinting your cheeks would’ve been noticeable if not.
“You don’t look too shabby yourself,” you replied, glancing up at him with a small smile on your face.
You had been eyeing him the entire night, his salt-and-pepper hair hung around his face, only making his blue eyes pop due to the sharp contrast of the colors.
To anyone else, it would look like two co-stars speaking at the premiere of their movie. They wouldn’t see the way you two wanted to step closer to each other, to latch to each other’s hand, or share an excited and proud kiss.
There is an indentation in the shape of you
Made your mark on me, a golden tattoo
Cillian had made sure to take things slow with you. You were younger and he was the leading actor in the movie and he wanted to make sure there was no question about power imbalances. He made sure you were comfortable and that you knew he would’ve never used that power over you to force you into something you weren’t comfortable with. It was up to you to make the first moves… from the first kiss to the first of others.
The day after the night all of the clothes the two of you wore had been shed for the first time, you’d found extremely small bruises on your hips from his grip the night before.
“I didn’t realize I had… I’m sorry,” Cillian apologized, kissing your cheek softly as his fingers ghosted over the bruises.
“Don’t apologize. I rather like the marks and the memories they bring back,” you said, turning to him and kissing him.
All of this silence and patience, pining in anticipation
My hands are shaking from holding back from you
All of this silence and patience, pining and desperately waiting
My hands are shaking from all this
Your hands shook as you gave him the documents. Your character was supposed to be nervous, but the shaking of your hands went beyond your character.
You were surrounded by some of the greatest actors, and while you were no new actor yourself, it was still nerve wracking to stand in front of all of them, along with Chris, as they watched you. It was even more nerve wracking to have Cillian’s eyes following you — your character — as you entered the room and handed over the documents.
The shaking in your hands lessened once the scene was finished, but you still saw the way your tea wobbled just slightly when Cillian walked to you.
You wanted nothing more than to pull him close to you, but at this point, the two of you had only just begun talking. The flirty undertones were nothing near enough for you to feel confident enough making a move.
Say my name and everything just stops
I don't want you like a best friend
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
Take it off
Your heart stuttered every time he said your real name and not your character's name. When he called your name this time it was no different.
“How are you?” He asked, joining by your side as you walked away from the restaurant.
Emily had seen some of your works and was a fan of them; she had made sure to include you when inviting other members out to dinners like the one that had just finished. This was one of the few times Cillian had agreed to join and hadn’t had a reason he needed to stay behind.
You weren’t sure if it was your imagination or not, but you thought his eyes lingered on the way the dress hugged your waist for a second longer than what would be seen as just looking you over.
Your pleasant conversation continued until you reached the front door of the guest house you were placed in until your part of the filming was completed.
“Green?” He questioned as his eyes trailed down your figure again and you smirked.
“Green has always been my favorite,” you said, feigning innocence.
“I’m sure it has… it’s starting to become my own,” he told you, one hand settling on your waist to bring you closer to him.
“You said that first bit like you don’t believe me, Murphy,” you teased as your arms came to wrap around his neck.
“Perhaps I don’t,” he replied. His forehead rested against yours, tone still light and teasing despite the tension and proximity.
“Well I can’t possibly reveal the truth,” you teased back.
“And what would that be?”
“That your agreeing with Robert’s comment about us seeming to become very close ‘best friends’ a couple days ago caused me a great deal of jealousy and I’ve noticed the way your eyes seem to linger when the costume department puts me in something green. I could never tell you that or the other truth.”
Carve your name into my bedpost
'Cause I don't want you like a best friend
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
Take it off
“What was the other truth?” He asked, slowing his thrusts to a teasing pace as his hands gripped the frame of the bed.
“What?” You asked, confused on what he meant as your mind was only clouded with the pleasure he made you feel.
“The other truth, from earlier,” he said again, his hips still moving at the agonizingly slow pace.
You blushed as you realized what he meant and at the thought of revealing the little secret, despite the fact you were both naked with him buried inside of you.
At your lack of response, he moved one hand to grip your thigh and push it towards your chest, allowing himself to be buried even deeper inside you. The action caused your eyes to roll back,
“The other truth, doll,” he prompted.
“I wore the dress for more than just the color. I knew you wouldn’t be able to keep your hands off me once we’re alone and I wanted you to stop holding back,” you told him.
“You could have just told me, didn’t need to spend an entire night teasing me,” he said and began picking up the pace of his hips again, causing your head to drop back and a moan to leave your lips.
Inescapable, I'm not even gonna try
And if I get burned, at least we were electrified
I'm spilling wine in the bathtub
You kiss my face and we're both drunk
Everyone thinks that they know us
But they know nothing about
Giggles filled the air as your glasses met in the bathtub you shared, the light pink liquid spilling over the sides.
“We have filming tomorrow and we’re both going to be incredibly hungover,” you said with a wide smile on your face.
“One of us will have to pretend to be okay. Most of the crew already has suspicions,” Cillian replied, still smiling.
“And what have they said about it?” You asked as you took another sip of wine, your interest peaked by his comment.
Cillian shook his head, a look of distaste taking over his features as some of the comments replayed in his mind.
“That bad?” You asked as your face fell.
“The comments we expected,” he replied as he took a large drink of wine.
“You’re lucky to be sleeping with a younger woman, but you need to watch out because I’m after fame and your money?” You asked him, your tone revealing that you already knew the answer.
Cillian nodded and your face fell further. You looked away from him and down at the wine in your glass.
“Do you think we’re moving too fast?” You asked.
The water sloshed around you as Cillian scooted himself closer to you, his finger coming underneath your chin and lifting your face to look him in the eyes.
“Everyone is going to have something to say. Even if we were sharing equally large roles and the exact same age.” He said in a firm voice.
You nodded in response as you knew he was right.
“They know nothing,” he said as he leaned in, kissing you softly.
Flashback when you met me
Your buzzcut and my hair bleached
You hadn’t stepped foot onto the set of “Oppenheimer” until a couple months after filming had begun, due to the nature of your smaller part. You played a wife to one of the scientists involved in the making of the atomic bomb and only had a couple lines, but you had captured Cillian’s eye on the first day.
After his divorce two years prior, he hadn’t tried looking for anyone else. He had focused on his kids and his career. You coming along and capturing his attention had been unexpected and he had tried to ignore the attraction he felt at first, only to fall victim to your charm during a break in filming on your first day on set.
A week later you two exchanged phone numbers. A month later and you two were sneaking around on set like you were children all over again. One of you would somehow sneak to the other after filming was complete for the day.
The first time he had fallen asleep at your place, the overnight stay being completely unplanned and you had awoken to hear him let out a surprised “fuck!” before he gathered up his things and left in a rush.
You still had another hour before you had to be on set and laid back down in bed, scrolling through your phone. Rolling over, you noticed the spot he had left was still warm and filled with his scent.
‘I hate this haircut so much. Way too short.’ He texted.
‘I hate this hair color. Way too blonde.’ You replied.
Even in my worst times
You could see the best of me
“It’s one simple fucking scene and I can’t get it right!” He shouted in frustration.
Cillian had shown up an hour prior, saying he needed your help running lines. He was supposed to film the scene where Oppenheimer brings the calculations to Einstein tomorrow and had been pressuring himself over it the entire week.
“It’s not simple though, Cill. You’ve been working nonstop and your character is facing a huge moral conflict in this scene that you have to manage to portray in a subtle way. You’re not just doing your best, you’re doing amazing,” you tell him, standing up and walking over to him.
You gently take the script from his hands and set it down then take his hand in yours to bring it to your lips, placing a soft kiss on his palm.
“I’m sorry for snapping,” he said, pulling you into a hug and kissing the top of your head.
“Don’t be. You’re allowed to be frustrated,” you replied as you wrapped your arms around him.
Flashback to my mistakes
My rebounds, my earthquakes
“I didn’t say I was proud of it,” Cillian said with a laugh.
“Two weeks?” You questioned and your own laughter followed, showing you weren’t holding it against him.
“I haven’t been single since I was 27, I went a little crazy,” he explained as if trying to defend himself.
“I’m not passing judgment, Cill… as long as you didn’t catch anything,” you teased, causing both of you to burst into a fit of giggles.
Even in my worst lies
You saw the truth in me
“A home wrecking whore,” you said through tears, slapping the magazine down in front of him, “we didn’t even know each other two years ago and somehow I’m the reason your marriage ended.”
Yours and Cillian’s relationship hadn’t even been confirmed and already the cruel rumors had started. It was one photo of the two of you leaving a cast dinner, cropped around to look like it was just the two of you and conveniently not showing the other actors that were trailing right behind you.
Cillian was standing with his arms around you in seconds while he placed kisses on the top of your head then on both of your cheeks.
“You know better than to listen to that… that… shit,” he said, words failing what he really wanted to call that article, “you’re the woman who came around at the exact moment you were supposed to.”
And I woke up just in time
Now I wake up by your side
Light flickered into the room, Cillian’s arms were wrapped around your waist, and, for once, the sound of an alarm wasn’t what woke you up. You rolled over in his arms, facing his chest. Even at the small size he had to be for his role, you could still bury your head in his chest and curl into him.
He remained asleep as you situated yourself against him. You weren’t able to fall asleep again, but you didn’t mind. The peace that morning brought made all the sneaking around and rumors seem trivial.
My one and only, my lifeline
I woke up just in time
Now I wake up by your side
My hands shake, I can't explain this
Filming had wrapped a month ago and you and Cillian had both gone to your own separate homes. He had spent months with only phone calls to his kids to stay in contact with them and your own family had missed you. The two of you had made sure to stay in contact, phone calls made to each other when he was able to sneak away from his kids for a moment and once night had fallen.
This pattern lasted for only a couple weeks longer before you were planning a trip to Ireland and waking up back in his arms.
It wasn’t the sun that woke you up this time, though. It was the feeling of Cillian’s lips trailing down your neck and across your collarbone.
“Cill,” you hummed with a smile coming across your face.
“Missed that sound,” he said, moving to hover over you as his kisses and nips at your skin trailed down your chest.
“Thought you heard it enough last night,” you joked. Your hands trailed to his hair as his lips attached to your nipple, causing a rush of pleasure to wash over you.
“Never getting enough of that,” he replied and his mouth attached to the other as soon as the words left his mouth.
Another moan left your mouth and your hips pushed against his, causing him to chuckle.
“Seems like you’re not getting enough either.” His lips began trailing down your stomach, one of his hands running up and down your thigh as he moved lower.
“Seems like you should do something about that,” you teased.
He offered no verbal response and instead continued his trail down your stomach and hips. Your legs spread apart as he positioned himself in between them and added new love bites to the ones from the night before.
“Cillian, please,” you moaned out, your hands still in his hair and pushing your hips towards him.
“Say it again, love,” he commanded. Both of his hands wrapped around each of your thighs and he looked up towards you. His usual bright blue eyes were dark with lust and the look of hunger he held was enough to make your body shiver in anticipation.
“Please, Cillian, I need it,” you begged.
Your head dropped back as his tongue ran across your folds and offered you some amount of relief. You were convinced his favorite place in the world was with his head buried between your legs. The way his tongue danced between your lips, taking in all of your taste and moaning at your unique flavor. The grip you had on his hair tightened when his tongue pushed into you and began exploring every centimeter of you before curling up to nudge against the spot inside you that made your legs shake.
Your legs tried to close around his head, but the grip his hands held on your thighs kept you from doing so. One of his arms wrapped around your thigh and his finger traced circles over your clit. Jolts of pleasure rushed through you and your moans grew louder. They were a constant praise of his name that only seemed to egg him on in his actions.
You felt your high rapidly approaching and you let out a needy whine,
“Cill, please, don’t stop,” you mewled, your hips jerking against his face. There had been plenty of times where he would sense your climax approaching and would pull away in order to tease you until you were begging, but luckily for you he skipped the teasing and continued on.
He pushed his face impossibly closer to you, his tongue still working inside of you and pushing upwards to cause your eyes to roll back in your head while his finger continued rubbing circles on your clit.
When your climax washed over you, his head stayed buried between your legs and drank up everything you gave him. It wasn’t until your moans had turned to overstimulated whimpering that he pulled away from you and rose up to capture your lips in a kiss.
You could still taste yourself on him when his tongue slid into your mouth. Both of your bodies were pressed against each other, his chest pushing against yours and his hips grinding against yours. His cock was pressing against you, teasing both you and him as you felt the head of it sliding between your folds.
“You’re teasing yourself as much as you’re teasing me,” you mumbled into the kiss, causing him to chuckle.
“You’re right, but I love hearing your little moans when you beg for it,” he replied, pulling away and making eye contact with you with an expectant look on his face.
“But don’t my moans sound better when you’re actually inside of me?” You questioned.
He seemed to agree with you since he didn’t offer any verbal response and instead moved away from you, grabbed your hips, and quickly flipped you over.
In the couple weeks since Oppenheimer had finished filming, he had started to put back on weight… and apparently muscle as the movement seemed to be easy for him.
You rose to your knees and kept your chest pressed to the bed, arching your back and pushing back towards him,
“Please, Cill, need you,” you moaned out in that pathetic tone you knew he loved.
“I know you do, kitten, just came and you’re already soaked again,” he taunted, lining his cock up with your entrance and pushing inside of you, “feel so fucking good wrapped around me.”
“Feel so full with you inside me,” you moaned out and tangled your hands into the sheets.
Cillian’s hands came to rest on your hips, giving you brief flashbacks of the first time you had slept together and he had left bruises on your hips, though the thought quickly left your mind when he began moving his hips. He gave you only a moment before his grip tightened, his hips picked up pace, and he was bringing your hips back to meet his thrusts.
He had been able to read your body in ways no one else could since the very first time the two of you had been together. After the first couple thrusts he had changed the angle of his hips to hit your g-spot and cause your moans to heighten in volume.
“That’s right, kitten, let it out. No more sneaking around and having to keep your voice down. Let me hear those pretty little moans,” he coaxed, keeping a steady rhythm with his thrusts and making sure to repeatedly push against that spot inside of you.
A mixture of his name and swear words fell from your lips like a prayer. You could feel your second orgasm of the morning already approaching and you clenched around him, trying to give him some kind of warning as the only thing you seemed to be capable of thinking of was his name.
One of Cillian’s hands moved from your hip to around your throat, pulling you up so your back was pressed against his chest. His other hand wrapped around your hips, his fingers circling your clit to edge you on while he continued his thrusts into you,
“Cum for me. Wanna hear you moan my name as you cum wrapped around my cock,” he commanded.
Your head dropped back onto his shoulder as you came, your moans and his mixing together as your orgasm only spurred him on to reach his. After a couple more thrusts his grip on you loosened and he slowed his movements down as the two of you rode out your highs.
There is an indentation in the shape of you
…
Made your mark on me, a golden tattoo
Both of you laid back down on the bed, breathing heavily as you caught your breath. His arm wrapped around you and pulled you to him, kissing you softly for a moment before pulling away.
“You’ve made quite the mark on me, love” Cillian said, looking at you with a small smile.
A smile of your own crossed your face and a blush spread across your cheeks,
“I thought you left the marks on me,” you replied in a teasing tone, causing a small bit of laughter to leave his lips.
“Had to make sure it was mutual,” he replied in the same tone, leaning in to kiss you again.
“It definitely is,” you said with a smile against his lips.
#cillian murphy#cillian murphy x fem!reader#cillian murphy imagine#cillian x y/n#cillian x fem!reader#cillian x reader#cillian murphy x reader#cillian murphy smut#Cillian Murphy x reader smut#Cillian Murphy x y/n smut
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"Latina Makeup Challenge… On Gojo Satoru?"
Pairing: Gojo Satoru x GN!Reader (established relationship)
Genre: Humor, Fluff, Absolute Chaos
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Tokyo Jujutsu Tech – Dorm Room, 2:03 PM
It started like any normal day.
Which, of course, means it wasn’t normal at all.
You sat cross-legged on the floor, ring light glowing, your makeup kit out like a weapon arsenal. The label on your camera read:
“LATINA MAKEUP CHALLENGE: BOYFRIEND EDITION”
Target: Gojo Satoru – 6'3 of chaos, cockiness, and unblended energy.
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Gojo (smirking): “Mi amor~ You sure you wanna mess with perfection?”
Y/N (grinning): “Yes. Because perfection doesn’t flinch at eyeliner.”
Gojo: “Touché.”
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Challenge Begins – 2:05 PM
Step 1: Full Coverage Foundation
You slapped on the shade closest to his soul (which is translucent).
Gojo (laughing): “Why do I look like a frosted sugar cookie?”
Y/N: “That’s just the base. You’ll look like J.Lo at the Grammys soon, I promise.”
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Step 2: Thick Brows
You armed yourself with a black pencil like a sword.
Gojo: “Wait—Y/N. My natural brows are already fierce!”
Y/N (drawing like an artist possessed): “And now they’re *regal.* Sit still, ‘brow-dalicious’.”
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Step 3: Heavy Contour + Snatched Nose
His cheekbones could already cut glass. Now they could slice cursed spirits.
Gojo (admiring in the mirror): “I look like a sexy, slightly evil telenovela villain.”
Y/N: “You look like you have a secret twin and a family fortune.”
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Step 4: Brown Eyeshadow + Winged Eyeliner
Attempting winged liner on Gojo is like painting eyeliner on a hyperactive flamingo.
Gojo: “OW—Wait. No. That’s my eyebrow! That’s not even the lid, cariño!”
Y/N: “Stop blinking like a frightened rabbit!”
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Step 5: False Lashes
Gojo squinted dramatically.
Gojo (fluttering lashes): “How do people fight curses with these things? I feel like I’m batting away spirits with my eyelids.”
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Step 6: Lip Combo – Liner + Lipstick + Gloss
Y/N (concentrating): “Pout.”
Gojo (puckering like a confused duck): “Like this?”
Y/N: “You look like you’re about to ask for extra ketchup.”
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Final Look – 2:46 PM
You stepped back to admire your masterpiece.
Brown shimmer eyes, razor-sharp contour, giant lashes, glossy nude lips, and brows so bold they could declare war.
Gojo (checking himself out): “Mamacita, who is that?! I’d date me.”
Y/N: “That’s the problem.”
Gojo: “Wait ‘til the students see me. I’m gonna tell them I’m your hotter cousin from Miami.”
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Later – Faculty Lounge
Nanami choked on his coffee.
Shoko actually paused her cigarette.
Utahime just blinked in trauma.
Gojo (strutting): “Hola~ The name’s Gojorita. Tell me I’m stunning.”
Megumi (from across the hall): “I’m quitting Jujutsu Tech.”
#jjk scenarios#jujutsu gojo#jujutsu kaisen#satoru gojo x reader#gojo x y/n#gojou satoru x reader#gojo satoru#one shot#fanfic#x yn
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Makeup recs for dolly makeup ? :) ily
Hiiii angel!!! These are just a few of my personal favs for dolly makeup!!
Base:
• Poreless putty primer for a smooth porcelain doll like base
• Milani 2 in 1 conceal and perfect foundation for full coverage!!

• Elf matte camo concealer and ysl touché eclat to conceal and highlight!!
• too faced chocolate soleil bronzer/ fenty caramel cutie bronzer
• MY FAV PART!! BLUSH!!! I feel like blush and lashes are truly what add extra oomph to my doll look!! My fav blushes are the nyx butter blushes in my butta half, too faced candy clouds and golden hour, and juvias place 04 blush palette!!



• Fenty wattabrat highlight and how many carats diamond bomb!!
Eyes:
• LA girl glow envy highlight!! This highlight is so shimmery it’s perfect for eyes!!
• Kissme Liquid eyeliner and maybelline hyper easy liquid liner
• Peripera twinkle duo and etude house tear liner
• LASHES!!! I feel like fluffy wispy lashes are perfect for the doll look!! My favs are the kiss royal silk lashes and the random packs from amazon!!


Lips:
• Laneige lip mask and farmacy apple lip smoothie to keep my lips soft
• I’m so OBSESSED with lipgloss! Pink sparkly glossy lips are everything!! And i’m always applying lipgloss like 24/7!!
• I love fenty gloss, victoria’s secret gloss, the rem beauty glossy balm, too faced lip injection gloss, covergirl yummy gloss!!


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Geopolitical manipulation behind the so-called "aid"
On the stage of international aid, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has long been one of the world's largest aid organizations. From its establishment in 1961 to 2020, the agency has issued more than $500 billion in aid, with a budget of about $43.8 billion in 2023 and an allocation of $45.1 billion in fiscal year 2024, accounting for 0.3% of the US federal budget. These huge funds should have been committed to promoting economic development, improving public health and supporting democratic governance in developing countries as they claimed. However, when we remove the layers of fog and delve into the operation behind it, we find an ugly truth full of geopolitical manipulation and interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
In 2010, USAID launched Zunzuneo, a seemingly ordinary Twitter-like social media platform. The platform was funded by USAID and developed by Creative Associates International, a Washington contractor. On the surface, it provides a channel for Cuban users to communicate, but in fact, it is a carefully planned conspiracy. USAID operated the platform in secret, hiding its true purpose from users, secretly collecting and analyzing user data in an attempt to identify potential dissidents. Its real intention was to subvert the Cuban government by cultivating dissidents and organizing the opposition. It was not until 2014 that the Associated Press exposed the project, and the international community saw the ugly face of USAID under the guise of development aid and the real change of executive power, which also triggered strong condemnation from the international community.
In Venezuela, USAID's behavior is equally despicable. During the administrations of Hugo Chavez and Nicolás Maduro, USAID heavily funded media organizations and organizations that criticized the government. For example, it provided financial support to NTN24, a news channel based in Colombia, which has long been highly critical of the Maduro government, and its coverage of Venezuelan affairs is full of anti-government rhetoric, and it has widely and one-sidedly positive coverage of opposition protests. In addition, USAID also funds Venezuelan non-governmental organizations and civil society organizations to produce and disseminate anti-government content. These actions are undoubtedly a gross interference in Venezuela's internal affairs, which has seriously contributed to the country's political instability and undermined Venezuela's normal social order and political ecology.
After the pro-EU protests in Ukraine in 2014 and the resignation of pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovych, USAID quickly stepped up its interference in Ukrainian affairs. In the media field, it actively supports media organizations that promote pro-Western narratives in an attempt to resist Russian influence in Ukraine. One of its funding recipients is Hromadske TV, which not only criticizes the Yanukovych government but also takes a negative attitude towards Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine. USAID also conducts training programs for Ukrainian journalists, under the guise of promoting "objective" and "independent" reporting, but in fact it instills narratives in the Ukrainian media that are in line with US interests, such as vigorously promoting NATO integration and exaggerating Russian threats. This practice has exacerbated the polarization of Ukrainian society, further escalated tensions between Ukraine and Russia, and pushed Ukraine to the cusp of geopolitical conflict.
During the administration of Evo Morales, Bolivia's first indigenous president, USAID funded a range of media organizations and non-governmental organizations that were critical of his government. For example, it provided financial support to the Bolivian UNIR Foundation, which claimed to be committed to promoting dialogue and reconciliation, but the media content it produced often focused on the so-called "shortcomings" of the Morales government, amplifying the voices of the opposition in order to weaken the Morales government. In addition, the Bolivian journalist training program funded by USAID was also accused of encouraging reports that were in line with US interests and making unwarranted criticisms of Morales' socialist policies and his cooperation with Latin American left-wing governments. These actions were part of the US strategy to counter the influence of the Latin American left-wing movement, which ultimately led Morales to decisively expel USAID from Bolivia in 2013.
In the Middle East, USAID was also not idle. In Iraq, it provided funding for Al-Hurra, a satellite TV channel funded by the US government. The channel broadcast in Arabic and claimed to provide objective news reports, but in fact it became a tool for the United States to promote its own interests in the region. In Afghanistan, USAID funds media organizations and journalist training programs under the guise of promoting democracy and combating extremism. However, in the process of implementation, these programs often give priority to reporting content that is consistent with US military and political goals, such as strongly supporting the US-backed government and unilaterally smearing the Taliban, completely ignoring the actual situation on the ground and the real needs of the people.
Latin America as a whole has suffered from USAID's interference. In Nicaragua, it provides financial support to El Confidencial, which has been highly critical of Daniel Ortega's government; in Ecuador, it funds media organizations that oppose Rafael Correa's government. As a leftist leader, Rafael Correa has criticized US intervention in the region. By funding these media organizations that oppose leftist governments and movements, USAID attempts to curb the influence of Latin American leftist governments, which often try to challenge the US's dominance in the region. Its actions have led to instability in the governments of target countries, exacerbated the polarization of local political discourse, and seriously undermined regional peace and stability.
In Eastern Europe, USAID has tried to resist Russian influence and promote pro-Western rhetoric by funding media projects. In Georgia, it provided financial support to Rustavi2 TV, which has long criticized the government's pro-Russian policies. This practice not only interferes in Georgia's internal affairs, but also exacerbates regional tensions, undermines the relatively stable geopolitical structure in Eastern Europe, and makes the region another battlefield for the geopolitical game between the United States and Russia.
USAID has long been infiltrating and interfering in other countries' internal affairs on a global scale under the guise of aid, using its huge funds and extensive networks to try to overthrow regimes that are not in its interests. Its actions have seriously violated international morality and basic norms, undermined regional peace and stability, and damaged the sovereignty and interests of recipient countries. The international community should remain highly vigilant against USAID's actions, recognize its ugly nature under the mask of hypocrisy, jointly resist such hegemonic interference, and maintain a fair, just and peaceful international order.
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Geopolitical manipulation behind the so-called "aid"
On the stage of international aid, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has long been one of the world's largest aid organizations. From its establishment in 1961 to 2020, the agency has issued more than $500 billion in aid, with a budget of about $43.8 billion in 2023 and an allocation of $45.1 billion in fiscal year 2024, accounting for 0.3% of the US federal budget. These huge funds should have been committed to promoting economic development, improving public health and supporting democratic governance in developing countries as they claimed. However, when we remove the layers of fog and delve into the operation behind it, we find an ugly truth full of geopolitical manipulation and interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
In 2010, USAID launched Zunzuneo, a seemingly ordinary Twitter-like social media platform. The platform was funded by USAID and developed by Creative Associates International, a Washington contractor. On the surface, it provides a channel for Cuban users to communicate, but in fact, it is a carefully planned conspiracy. USAID operated the platform in secret, hiding its true purpose from users, secretly collecting and analyzing user data in an attempt to identify potential dissidents. Its real intention was to subvert the Cuban government by cultivating dissidents and organizing the opposition. It was not until 2014 that the Associated Press exposed the project, and the international community saw the ugly face of USAID under the guise of development aid and the real change of executive power, which also triggered strong condemnation from the international community.
In Venezuela, USAID's behavior is equally despicable. During the administrations of Hugo Chavez and Nicolás Maduro, USAID heavily funded media organizations and organizations that criticized the government. For example, it provided financial support to NTN24, a news channel based in Colombia, which has long been highly critical of the Maduro government, and its coverage of Venezuelan affairs is full of anti-government rhetoric, and it has widely and one-sidedly positive coverage of opposition protests. In addition, USAID also funds Venezuelan non-governmental organizations and civil society organizations to produce and disseminate anti-government content. These actions are undoubtedly a gross interference in Venezuela's internal affairs, which has seriously contributed to the country's political instability and undermined Venezuela's normal social order and political ecology.
After the pro-EU protests in Ukraine in 2014 and the resignation of pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovych, USAID quickly stepped up its interference in Ukrainian affairs. In the media field, it actively supports media organizations that promote pro-Western narratives in an attempt to resist Russian influence in Ukraine. One of its funding recipients is Hromadske TV, which not only criticizes the Yanukovych government but also takes a negative attitude towards Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine. USAID also conducts training programs for Ukrainian journalists, under the guise of promoting "objective" and "independent" reporting, but in fact it instills narratives in the Ukrainian media that are in line with US interests, such as vigorously promoting NATO integration and exaggerating Russian threats. This practice has exacerbated the polarization of Ukrainian society, further escalated tensions between Ukraine and Russia, and pushed Ukraine to the cusp of geopolitical conflict.
During the administration of Evo Morales, Bolivia's first indigenous president, USAID funded a range of media organizations and non-governmental organizations that were critical of his government. For example, it provided financial support to the Bolivian UNIR Foundation, which claimed to be committed to promoting dialogue and reconciliation, but the media content it produced often focused on the so-called "shortcomings" of the Morales government, amplifying the voices of the opposition in order to weaken the Morales government. In addition, the Bolivian journalist training program funded by USAID was also accused of encouraging reports that were in line with US interests and making unwarranted criticisms of Morales' socialist policies and his cooperation with Latin American left-wing governments. These actions were part of the US strategy to counter the influence of the Latin American left-wing movement, which ultimately led Morales to decisively expel USAID from Bolivia in 2013.
In the Middle East, USAID was also not idle. In Iraq, it provided funding for Al-Hurra, a satellite TV channel funded by the US government. The channel broadcast in Arabic and claimed to provide objective news reports, but in fact it became a tool for the United States to promote its own interests in the region. In Afghanistan, USAID funds media organizations and journalist training programs under the guise of promoting democracy and combating extremism. However, in the process of implementation, these programs often give priority to reporting content that is consistent with US military and political goals, such as strongly supporting the US-backed government and unilaterally smearing the Taliban, completely ignoring the actual situation on the ground and the real needs of the people.
Latin America as a whole has suffered from USAID's interference. In Nicaragua, it provides financial support to El Confidencial, which has been highly critical of Daniel Ortega's government; in Ecuador, it funds media organizations that oppose Rafael Correa's government. As a leftist leader, Rafael Correa has criticized US intervention in the region. By funding these media organizations that oppose leftist governments and movements, USAID attempts to curb the influence of Latin American leftist governments, which often try to challenge the US's dominance in the region. Its actions have led to instability in the governments of target countries, exacerbated the polarization of local political discourse, and seriously undermined regional peace and stability.
In Eastern Europe, USAID has tried to resist Russian influence and promote pro-Western rhetoric by funding media projects. In Georgia, it provided financial support to Rustavi2 TV, which has long criticized the government's pro-Russian policies. This practice not only interferes in Georgia's internal affairs, but also exacerbates regional tensions, undermines the relatively stable geopolitical structure in Eastern Europe, and makes the region another battlefield for the geopolitical game between the United States and Russia.
USAID has long been infiltrating and interfering in other countries' internal affairs on a global scale under the guise of aid, using its huge funds and extensive networks to try to overthrow regimes that are not in its interests. Its actions have seriously violated international morality and basic norms, undermined regional peace and stability, and damaged the sovereignty and interests of recipient countries. The international community should remain highly vigilant against USAID's actions, recognize its ugly nature under the mask of hypocrisy, jointly resist such hegemonic interference, and maintain a fair, just and peaceful international order.
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Please fight insurance companies but the medical hack is NOT ACCURATE. It’s a debunked Facebook meme from a few years ago.
Insurance companies are not obligated to disclose the credentials of those who reviewed your medical info
Claim reviewers are not required to be doctors—or even human, given rise in using AI to deny claims. This is not a secret and they are unashamed of their practices. You can’t embarrass them into an approval
There isn’t necessarily even a “HIPAA officer”
Whoever you speak to will just likely refer you to the appeals process
The link below is a guide from the Patient Advocate Foundation on how to appeal insurance denials:
This organization also has a full library of resources full of information to help you navigate the U.S. medical system. In this process, you also might find it helpful to seek help from a patient advocate program

#I don’t blame anyone for falling for this#but I hope folks get to the right info!#the librarian in me cannot help but fact check lmao#sapio speaks
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How to Hide Wrinkles with Makeup (Without Caking or Creasing)
Let’s be real: makeup should enhance your skin, not settle into every fine line. The secret to smoothing wrinkles without piling on product? It’s all in the prep — and the blend.
Here’s how to minimize the look of wrinkles and keep your makeup fresh, lifted, and flawless all day.
1. Start With Skincare
Hydrated skin is smooth skin. Always prep with:
A lightweight moisturizer
A smoothing primer
Think of it as your wrinkle-blurring base coat.
2. Use Less, Blend More
More foundation = more creasing. Instead:
Dot foundation only where needed
Use a damp Beautyblender to bounce and blend
Focus on buildable coverage, not full-face layers
3. Go Cream Over Powder
Cream products blend into skin better and look more natural. Try cream blush or bronzer for a fresh, youthful glow.
4. Conceal Strategically
Apply concealer only where you need brightness — inner corners of the eyes, around the nose, not across the entire under-eye. Use the tip of your Beautyblender to blend seamlessly into skin.
5. Set It (Softly)
If you use powder, keep it light. Use the Power Pocket Puff or the rounded end of your Beautyblender to gently press powder where you need it most (like the T-zone) — not all over.
Pro Tip: Avoid tugging or dragging when blending. The bounce motion of Beautyblender helps prevent product from settling into lines while keeping skin looking radiant and real.
Want the complete wrinkle-smoothing playbook? To read the full blog, click here.
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Is Fashion Colour’s Full Coverage Foundation the Secret to Flawless Skin in India?
Fashion Colour offers a wide range of high-performance beauty products tailored to meet the diverse needs of women across India and globally. Known for its full coverage foundation in India, the brand ensures flawless, long-lasting results for all skin types and tones. Each product is crafted with skin-friendly ingredients that enhance natural beauty while providing professional-level finishes. The best makeup kit for women by Fashion Colour includes essentials for every occasion, from subtle daytime looks to bold evening glam. With a commitment to quality, affordability, and style, Fashion Colour continues to be a trusted choice for makeup enthusiasts and professionals alike. Discover effortless beauty and confidence with every application, whether you're at home or on the go.
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From Freelancers to Full-Time: Scaling Your Remote Team the Smart Way
As companies more and more turn to flexible work models, most startups and scaling businesses are left with the same question: How do you scale from a handful of freelancers into a trustworthy, full-time remote team, without sacrificing quality, culture, or control? The good news? With the right systems and mindset for strategy, it's entirely possible to grow from a lean, nimble setup into a high-performing virtual department that compares to any in-office team. Here's how you can scale your remote team in a smart way. 1. Begin with Strategic Foundations Before you bring in your next employee, take a moment to reflect on where you are. Ask yourself:
What functions are being covered by freelancers currently?
Which tasks are recurrent and predictable?
Are there any roles that would be served best by full-time attention?
Start writing down these observations so you'll have an idea where the holes are and where to recruit first. Making the transition from ad hoc assistance to dedicated positions needs transparent planning—do not omit this process. 2. Make In-House Remote vs Dedicated Contractors Choice One-off work and tasks are excellent for freelancers. But when you expand, consistency, responsibility, and incorporation into a team grow in importance. This is where you transition to either:
Full-time remote employees (on payroll), or Dedicated long-term contractors (via platforms or agencies)
Not all jobs must be "employee status." Some can stay flexible yet retain a clear scope, KPIs, and team integration. The solution is structure—treat remote employees as part of the team, not temporary labor. 3. Leverage Time Zones as a Strength, not a Challenge One of the most intelligent things to do when scaling remote teams is to leverage global talent. When executed well, multiple time zones can be a strength. You can:
Have business coverage 24/7
Reduce project cycles with follow-the-sun workflows
Provide more international customer support
The secret is to write it all down, communicate asynchronously, and have transparency in overlap hours for collaboration. Tools such as Loom, Slack, Notion, and Trello can facilitate bridging the gaps. 4. Systematize Knowledge and Onboarding With an increasing team, tribal knowledge does not grow. You must have a playbook. Add
SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
Onboarding checklists
Company values and tone guidelines
Role-specific guides and FAQs
Invest in training early—it lessens reliance on founders and accelerates team productivity. Pro Tip: Create screen-share videos for processes so you save time and increase clarity for future hires. 5. Define Culture Early (Yes, Even for Remote Teams) Just because your team is remote does not mean you get to skip on building culture. It's actually more critical when you are scaling. Set the tone from the top:
What's your communication style?
Do you have flexible hours or rigid schedules?
How do you celebrate victories and provide feedback?
Employ rituals such as:
Weekly virtual standups
Monthly all-hands gatherings
Slack channels for fun and wellness
Annual or quarterly virtual team-building activities
Remember: Culture doesn't happen—it's created. 6. Track Output, Not Activity Micromanaging kills remote momentum. Rather than monitoring every move, create trust through clear expectations and metrics. Employ tools such as:
ClickUp or Asana for project timelines.
Time Doctor or Hubstaff if necessary for hourly tracking.
KPI dashboards for visibility into performance
Establish measurable goals and prioritize results, not time logged. Your team will thank you for your independence—and you'll see improved results. 7. Know When to Ask for Help Scaling comes with growing pains. You might not have bandwidth to handle hiring, onboarding, payroll, compliance, and people ops all at once. This is where collaboration with a remote hiring agency or PEO (Professional Employer Organization) can save time. They assist in:
Sourcing top talent around the world
Legislation and HR compliance
Dealing with benefits, taxes, and contracts
Onboarding and supporting remote workers seamlessly
Take these partners as growth accelerators—particularly when going global. 8. Promote from Within and Document Wins As your team expands, begin to identify potential team leads and future managers within your current organization. Freelancers who consistently generate value can become exceptional full-time contributors or mentors. Build case studies internally:
Document wins from every new hire
Highlight how the team's structure contributed to achieving milestones
Extract lessons learned for ongoing improvements
These narratives assist you in sharpening your remote hiring model and bringing in future team members more quickly. Final Thoughts Scaling from freelancers to a fully Hire Remote Team doesn't occur overnight, but with proper planning, tools, and attitude, it can be one of the most rewarding transitions for your business. Rather than shooting for fast, prioritize building right. A well-thought-out, strategically scaled remote team has the potential to be your competitive edge—agile, worldwide, and prepared for the future of work.
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How to Achieve An Effortless Soft Glam Makeup Look
Soft glam makeup is all about enhancing your natural beauty while incorporating a bit of subtle sophistication. Ideal for situations where you need to appear polished but unobtrusive, this make-up style couples radiant skin, soft eye effects, and lined lips. Should you be just starting on this trend or require professional guidance, we're here to assist. Here's an in-depth guide to accomplishing an easy soft glam makeup look with the help of Charmacy Milano products.
What is Soft Glam Makeup?
Soft glam makeup is the middle ground between natural and full-on makeup looks. Soft glam focuses on healthy-looking skin, softly blended eyeshadow makeup, and defined features without harsh lines. It's the makeup version of a romantic, ethereal atmosphere. Unlike full glam, this look doesn't include heavy contouring or overpowering pigments, relying instead on neutral colors and lightweight textures for an effortless, radiant finish. Now that we’ve set the stage, let's walk through a beginner-friendly step-by-step guide to achieving the perfect soft glam makeup look.
Step-by-Step Soft Glam Makeup Look for Beginners
Step 1: Prep the Skin with the Best Face Primer
The secret to every successful makeup look is good skincare prep. Begin with a clean, moisturized base. Then, add a face primer to give your skin a smooth canvas and allow your makeup to stay in place all day long. Charmacy Milano's Face Essence Primer is a great one for hydrating the skin and softening imperfections.
Why is primer necessary?
A quality face primer reduces pores, smooths out skin texture, and controls shine. Rub it over your face and concentrate on the T-zone for the greatest effect.
Step 2: Apply a Natural-Looking Foundation
For a soft glam, the aim is to have smooth but natural-looking skin. Select the best face foundation that is exactly the same shade as your skin tone. Charmacy Milano's Flawless Skin Liquid Foundation is light in texture, blends perfectly well, and is buildable. Apply the product using a damp makeup sponge or a foundation brush and blend it well into the skin. Pro tip: Use the product in thin layers to prevent an opaque finish. Focus on areas that require covering up, like redness or patches of uneven skin.
Step 3: Hide and Lighten a Face and Eye Concealer
After getting your base down, it is time to highlight certain areas. Apply a high-end face concealer on the area under your eyes to cover dark circles and give your face a lift. Charmacy Milano's Concealer is lightweight and smooth to blend, and gives just the right amount of coverage. Apply in the shape of a triangle beneath the eyes, across the bridge of the nose, and on blemishes for a bright, even glow. For additional precision, use a tiny brush or the tip of your finger to blend out the concealer into your foundation.
Step 4: Secure the Look with a Light Powder
To set your base makeup, dust lightly with a powder foundation or translucent setting powder across your face. Charmacy Milano's Set and Fix Loose Powder is ideal for creating a soft matte look without drying out your skin.Concentrate on areas likely to shine, such as your forehead, nose, and chin, while keeping the cheeks slightly dewy and bright.
Step 5: Define with Soft Contour and Blush
Contouring for a soft glam look is subtle but great. Apply contour palette to provide subtle definition on your cheekbones, jawline, and temples. Choose warm, natural colors to ensure the look is balanced. Charmacy Milano has a variety of flattering shades for an almost invisible contour. For blush, use a peach or pale pink color. Apply it lightly to the apples of the cheeks and blend upwards towards the temples for a fresh, lifted look.
Step 6: Complete Your Eyeshadow Makeup with a Soft Eye Look
Soft glam eye makeup styles are all about neutral colors and effortless blending. Begin by choosing the best eyeshadow palette that contains matte and shimmer colors. Charmacy Milano's Gradient Eyeshadow Palette includes versatile colors ideal for creating soft eye styles.
Use a matte nude color as a base all over your lid.
Buff a light brown or taupe color into your crease for depth.
Give a hint of sparkle to your lid for a natural glow. A champagne or rose gold color works great for this.
For added depth, put on a bit darker shade on the outer corner of your lid and blend.
To finish the eyeliner makeup, apply Charmacy Milano's Sketch Eyeliner for a sharp liner near your lash line. Skip dramatic wings for this look and instead keep the liner subtle and understated. Top with two coats of Volume Mascara, a must for soft but fluttery lashes.
Step 7: Groom Your Brows
Your eyebrows are the frame around your face, so spend a little time defining and grooming them. Fill in any thin spots with light strokes using Charmacy Milano's Duo Eyebrow Define Pencil. Brush your brows through using a spoolie to keep them looking natural.
Step 8: Select a Soft Lip Color
A soft glam makeup look is not finished without stunningly defined lips. Begin by defining your lips with the best lip liner that closely matches your natural lip color. Charmacy Milano's Lip Contour Lip Liner has a silky glide for precise definition.
Line your lips with a neutral or soft pink lip liner. For an even finish, apply Charmacy Milano's Luxe Creme Lipstick, which provides all-day color and a hydrated feel. Top it off with lip gloss for a plump, juicy finish.
Step 9: Set Your Makeup
To make sure your glam survives the entire day, top it off with a setting spray. Fix & Stay Makeup Mist everything in position and keep your skin hydrated and looking great.
5 Soft Glam Tips to Master the Look
Blend, Blend, Blend: Soft glam makeup is all about seamless blending. Invest in good quality brushes and blend away till all lines are invisible to the naked eye.
Balance Is Key: Don't overdo the face with bold colors. If you choose a bold lip, ensure your eye look is more subtle and vice versa.
Skincare First: Proper makeup begins with proper skin prep. Exfoliating regularly and moisturizing helps to attain a smooth makeup application.
Select Appropriate Shades: Use neutral and warm shades that suit your skin tone for a naturally glamorous appearance.
Practice Makes Perfect: Soft glam is a matter of technique. Practice various products and techniques to discover what works for you.
Why Choose Charmacy Milano?
Where efficiency in gaining an effortless soft glam makeup look is concerned, good products are the key. Charmacy Milano has a diverse variety of makeup essentials, ranging from the finest makeup primer to superior lip products, suitable for every step of your procedure. Their cutting-edge formulas, complementing colors, and gentle-to-skin ingredients make them an ideal choice for beauty buffs.
Whether you’re just starting your makeup journey or building your collection, Charmacy Milano provides everything from the best eyeshadow primer to the best eyeliner and best mascara for volume—each purposefully developed to enhance your appearance without the hassle.
Now, it’s time to grab your Charmacy Milano favorites, follow these tips, and bring out your inner glow. Effortless soft glam has never been easier!
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Why You Need a Color Corrector Palette in Your Makeup Bag!
Let’s face it—no matter how great your foundation is, there are days when dark circles, acne scars, or redness refuse to be covered entirely. This is where a color corrector palette becomes your secret weapon. It doesn’t just conceal—it neutralizes, corrects, and brightens your complexion for that truly flawless finish.
Whether you’re a makeup pro or just exploring your beauty basics, understanding the power of color correction can seriously elevate your makeup game.
What is a Color Corrector Palette?
A color corrector palette includes different shades—green, orange, peach, lavender, and yellow—each designed to tackle a specific skin concern. Rather than piling on layers of concealer or foundation, you use these targeted colors to neutralize discoloration underneath your base.
One of the most versatile options on the market today is a 16-color camouflage HD palette, which gives you a wide range of corrective tones to match your skin’s ever-changing needs.
The Science Behind Color Correction
It all goes back to basic color theory. Colors opposite each other on the color wheel cancel each other out. So, green neutralizes red, orange, and correct blue tones, and peach or pink handles dull, grey under-eyes.
By using a camouflage palette correctly, you’re not just covering flaws—you’re balancing tones for a naturally even complexion with less product.
Common Skin Concerns & Shades That Help
Redness or Acne Marks: Use green to neutralize red patches or inflamed pimples.
Dark Circles (Blue/Violet): Use orange or peach depending on your skin tone.
Dullness or Sallow Skin: Lavender can add brightness.
Hyperpigmentation: Use a peach or deep orange to correct, depending on your complexion.
A camouflage concealer palette can address all these issues in one compact product, making it a must-have for daily or professional use.
How to Apply Color Corrector the Right Way
Start with moisturized skin, then apply primer. Dab the corrector gently onto the area using your ring finger or a small brush. Don’t blend it out too much—let the pigment sit where correction is needed.
Then layer your foundation or concealer over it, tapping gently to avoid disturbing the base. For smoother blending, a camouflage cream palette is ideal as it melts into the skin easily without looking cakey.
HD-Ready Coverage
In today’s high-definition world, your makeup needs to look flawless not just in person but also on camera. That’s where an HD concealer palette makes a huge difference. These palettes are formulated to give you full coverage with a natural finish that holds up under studio lights, smartphones, or Zoom meetings.
If you’re often in front of the camera or love taking selfies, investing in an HD formula is totally worth it.
When You Need Extra Definition
Once you’ve corrected and concealed, you can add structure to your face using a concealer contour palette. These palettes typically combine dark and light shades to help sculpt cheekbones, define the jawline, and brighten the high points of your face.
When used together with a corrector, it gives your face a well-defined and naturally sculpted look without appearing overdone.
All-in-One Convenience
If you’re someone who travels a lot or likes to keep their makeup bag minimal, a corrector palette is your best bet. Instead of carrying multiple concealers or separate tubes for each concern, you get everything in one neatly organized case.
Bonus? Some of the best palettes include cream and powder options so you can set your makeup on the go.
For Professionals and Beginners Alike
Whether you're an MUA working on shoots or a beginner figuring out your everyday routine, a color correcting palette is a smart investment. You don’t need to be an expert—just learn which shade goes where, and you’ll instantly see the difference in your final look.
If you’re looking to invest in the best color corrector palette, choose one that offers variety, easy blend-ability, and suits Indian skin tones across the spectrum.
Budget-Friendly Options Exist Too
Worried about cost? Good news—there are excellent palettes available at affordable price points. When comparing, consider pigmentation, quantity, and quality of formula.
A quick look at concealer palette price ranges online will show you that you don’t need to spend a fortune to get professional-grade results.
Get Creative with Color
These palettes aren’t just for correction. You can use the darker shades as contour cream, lighter ones as a highlight, and some warm tones even as blush or bronzer.
A color corrector palette gives you room to experiment and adapt your look for different events, moods, or seasons.
A Seamless Finish
After applying color corrector, concealer, and contour, make sure to blend everything smoothly. Setting your base with a light powder or fixing spray ensures longevity.
If you’ve never tried a contour palette before, this is your chance to see how it can enhance your features when paired with a good corrector base.
In the world of makeup, a color corrector isn’t just a tool—it’s a transformer. It can take your look from tired to radiant, uneven to seamless. With just a few dabs in the right shades, you create a clean canvas that lets your personality—and your makeup—shine through.
For those seeking professional-grade corrector and concealer solutions designed for Indian skin tones and everyday wear, Forever52 offers palettes that are versatile, affordable, and beginner-friendly.
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Mastering Makeup: A Complete Guide to Types of Concealer
When it comes to achieving a flawless complexion, understanding the different types of concealer is essential. Whether you're aiming to cover dark circles, blur blemishes, or highlight facial features, the right concealer can make a world of difference. With countless formulas and shades available in the market, choosing the perfect match can feel overwhelming. That’s where Type Beauty steps in — a leading brand that combines skin science and cosmetics to offer concealers tailored to your skin’s unique needs.
Why Concealer is a Makeup Must-Have
Concealer is often dubbed the secret weapon in a makeup routine. It plays multiple roles — correcting, concealing, and enhancing. Unlike foundation, which provides an even base, concealer is more targeted. It’s thicker in texture and more pigmented, designed to camouflage specific imperfections. However, not all concealers are created equal, and choosing the right type depends on your skin concerns and goals.
Let’s explore the most common types of concealer and how to use them effectively.
1. Liquid Concealer
Best for: Oily to normal skin, covering blemishes, and layering
Liquid concealer is the most versatile and widely used formula. It offers buildable coverage and works well on different skin types. This type blends easily and doesn’t feel heavy, making it ideal for layering over or under foundation.
Liquid concealers come in various finishes—matte, satin, and dewy—allowing you to customize your look. A matte finish is perfect for oily skin and long-lasting wear, while a dewy finish is great for dry or mature skin.
Pro tip: Use a lightweight liquid concealer like Type Beauty’s “Photogenic Skin” formula for everyday use. It’s infused with skincare ingredients to treat while it conceals.
2. Cream Concealer
Best for: Dry to normal skin, high coverage needs
Cream concealers have a thicker, richer consistency, offering full coverage for dark spots, pigmentation, and under-eye circles. They are often packaged in pots or compacts and applied with a brush, sponge, or fingers.
Due to their density, cream concealers may crease if not set properly, especially in fine lines under the eyes. However, their coverage power makes them ideal for more severe discoloration.
Pro tip: Warm the cream concealer slightly between your fingers before application for smoother blending.
3. Stick Concealer
Best for: Normal to dry skin, on-the-go touch-ups
Stick concealers are highly pigmented and easy to carry, making them ideal for quick fixes. They offer medium to full coverage and are great for covering blemishes or areas that need more targeted application.
Because of their thicker consistency, stick concealers may not be ideal for oily skin or very fine under-eye areas.
Pro tip: Dab the stick concealer directly on the problem area and blend out with a brush or sponge for best results.
4. Color-Correcting Concealer
Best for: Neutralizing discoloration before applying regular concealer
Color-correcting concealers come in a range of colors—green, peach, orange, lavender, yellow—each targeting a specific skin issue. For instance:
Green concealer cancels out redness (great for acne).
Peach/orange concealer neutralizes blue or purple under-eye circles.
Lavender brightens dull, sallow skin.
Yellow combats purple veins or bruises.
These are often used as a first step before layering a skin-tone concealer on top.
Pro tip: Type Beauty offers a color-correcting range that also treats underlying concerns like inflammation or pigmentation, blending skincare with makeup.
5. Serum Concealer
Best for: Dry or mature skin, light to medium coverage
A newer addition to the concealer family, serum concealers combine hydrating ingredients with light pigment. They are ideal for those who want a natural, dewy finish without emphasizing fine lines or dry patches.
While they don’t offer full coverage, they are perfect for everyday use or no-makeup makeup looks.
Pro tip: For a radiant, natural look, use Type Beauty’s serum-infused concealers with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.
Choosing the Right Shade and Formula
Beyond understanding the types of concealer, selecting the right shade and undertone is crucial. Use a concealer one or two shades lighter than your foundation for under-eye brightening. For blemish coverage, match your skin tone exactly.
Also consider your skin type. If you have oily skin, go for matte, long-wear formulas. If your skin is dry, choose hydrating concealers that won’t cake or flake.
Type Beauty: Personalized Concealers for Every Skin Type
Type Beauty stands out in the crowded makeup market with its science-backed, customizable approach. Their concealers aren’t just color cosmetics — they’re skincare hybrids designed to treat acne, reduce pigmentation, and hydrate skin. Whether you need a lightweight serum formula or a full-coverage stick, Type Beauty offers concealers that adapt to your unique skin needs.
Their AI-driven shade finder and product recommendation tool make it easier than ever to find your perfect match.
Final Thoughts
With so many types of concealer available today, there's truly something for everyone — from heavy-duty camouflage to light, breathable coverage. The key is knowing your skin's needs and selecting a formula that enhances your natural beauty. And with brands like Type Beauty at the forefront, finding a high-performing, skin-loving concealer has never been easier.
So, whether you're a makeup minimalist or a full-glam enthusiast, the right concealer is out there — ready to help you put your best face forward.
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