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How "Drag Race" Turned Drag Queens Into Bankable Brands

"RuPaul's Drag Race" has helped more than 100 drag queens develop personal brands that appeal even to families and kids.

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How TLC changed the rules for girl groups

We sat down with Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas of TLC to learn about the thrill of performing live, her proudest moments with the group and how to lead by example.

How TLC changed the rules for girl groups

The dark truth about recycling

We dump 8 million metric tons of plastic into the ocean every year. And the plastic fork you briefly used at lunch will likely still exist on the planet in some form 400 years from now. Because recycling is broken, the million-dollar question is: What do we do now?

The dark truth about recycling

New Yorkers try to fill me in on the Marvel Universe before "Avengers: Endgame"

The highly anticipated "Avengers: Endgame" comes out next week. But our marvelous Marvel rube Max has only seen "Ant-Man 2". So he stopped by Washington Square Park in Manhattan to gauge the public's excitement--and find out everything he's missed.

New Yorkers try to fill me in on the Marvel Universe before "Avengers: Endgame"

The ultimate 4-step checklist for getting a fat raise

Asking for a raise or promotion can be nerve-racking. Asking for a big raise is even harder. Here's how to strategically plan your approach to ensure the best possible outcome.

The ultimate 4-step checklist for getting a fat raise

Rejection hurts—but here’s how to use it to get ahead

Nobody likes rejection, and our brains interpret it as almost exactly like physical pain. But research suggests that getting shut down has real benefits. We put that theory to the test for a week--here’s what happened.

Rejection hurts—but here’s how to use it to get ahead

How this women-run startup is revolutionizing the fashion industry

ABLE, a fashion brand based in Nashville, is on a mission to end intergenerational poverty. It started with three women making scarves. The startup’s ambition has grown, and they’re now focused on radical supply chain transparency and paying women living wages.

How this women-run startup is revolutionizing the fashion industry

Style yourself for success with 3 tips from designer Christian Siriano

The CFDA member and Project Runway-winning designer (and now mentor on the show) knows how important a sense of style can be for your career.

Style yourself for success with 3 tips from designer Christian Siriano

Game of Thrones fan? Here’s what to expect in Season 8

The most popular show on TV finally returns this Sunday. So we hit the streets of NYC to find out what Game of Thrones fans expect from the final season.

Game of Thrones fan? Here’s what to expect in Season 8

Pamela Adlon’s secret to always getting what you want

Season 3 of Better Things is airing now on FX. We sat down with writer, producer, and star Pamela Adlon to talk about diversity, Hollywood, and leadership on set.

Pamela Adlon’s secret to always getting what you want

Why didn't you get the job?

If you think the interview went well but you did not get the job, it’s natural to wonder what went wrong. In fact, getting to the bottom of it could provide you with valuable feedback for your next job interview. SOURCES: Tammy Cohen, founder of InfoMart Tom Moran, CEO of Addison Group Jill Gugino Pante, director of Career Services Center at University of Delaware Flame Schoeder, Leadership Coach Article by Stephanie Vozza, Fast Company

Why didn't you get the job?

Impact

If you think car companies are slow to embrace the EV revolution, look at oil companies

How Google saved over 6 million pounds of food waste in its cafés

The world’s largest drone delivery network is launching in Ghana

Creativity

Your favorite reruns may soon be pulled from Netflix

Airbnb goes Hollywood: Ahead of IPO, travel app to develop streaming shows

“Killed them all, of course.” What the transcript of Robert Durst’s “The Jinx” “confession” means for his defense

Co.Design

The hot new amenity in NYC’s latest park? Mussels

Snoop Dogg unveils the Chanel perfume bottle of bongs

The future of flying? AI that shames you into being a better passenger

Work Life

5 signs that you need to leave your current job now

How to increase productivity without giving up your free time

Trying too hard to get everyone to like you? Here’s exactly when (and how) you need to