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You already visit POPSUGAR Beauty to get product reviews, helpful tips, and news on what's happening in the world of beauty, so be sure to check out what else we're doing around the Internet.

You already visit POPSUGAR Beauty to get product reviews, helpful tips, and news on what's happening in the world of beauty, so be sure to check out what else we're doing around the Internet. We're coming at you from Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and Google+! to keep you looking and feeling beautiful and inspired. We constantly update so you're in the know, whether it's about a new lip gloss we keep passing around the office, or tips on how to pull off the perfect updo. Here's where you can find us:

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Facebook Post Sends Police Knocking on Mom's Door

As yet another lesson on why you should be careful what you post on Facebook, police recently investigated a Massachusetts mom after she posted a video on the social networking site and jokingly said her kids were drinking "beer," WHDH-TV reports.

As yet another lesson on why you should be careful what you post on Facebook, police recently investigated a Massachusetts mom after she posted a video on the social networking site and jokingly said her kids were drinking "beer," WHDH-TV reports.

According to Taylor Grey, she frequently makes organic fruit smoothies for her children, and occasionally adds carbonated soda to them, which she calls "cocktails." "They feel like they're grown up and like it's a party and we let them choose their garnish or whatever — it's just a fun kind of thing," she said. Yet it wasn't so fun when after uploading a video of her son pretending to be a superhero with a "beer" in his hand, police came knocking at her door.

Apparently police had received an anonymous tip that Grey was serving her kids alcohol. Once there, Lt. Marc Berube of the Salem police department confirmed that there was no evidence of alcohol being served, that it was strawberry and ginger ale. And from now on, Grey said she will be careful to call her kids' drinks "mocktails" instead.

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Let's Take Our (Healthy) Relationship to the Next Level

You already turn to POPSUGAR Fitness for the latest on workouts, fitness gear, and tips on healthy living, but we don't stop here!

You already turn to POPSUGAR Fitness for the latest on workouts, fitness gear, and tips on healthy living, but we don't stop here! For an extra dose of all things fitness, find us on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and Google+. Whether we're sharing our favorite running shoe or new moves from celebrity trainers, here's how find us:

Get inspired on Pinterest: We're always pinning printable workouts, healthy recipes, inspiring yoga photos, and fitness tips to help us at the gym.


"Like" us on Facebook: Our page is filled with everything from motivational quotes to easy smoothie recipes you'll want to share with your friends.


Follow us on Twitter: Come here to get breaking news and the latest updates in the fitness world. And don't forget to tweet at us — we'd love to answer your questions!


Scroll through our Instagram: Every day, our team shares pictures of the hottest workouts and healthy bites — and often a few sneak peeks of upcoming workout videos and exclusive fitness events.



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Babies and Social Media? Let's Talk . . .

In an age where social media is everywhere, how young is too young to start an account?

In an age where social media is everywhere, how young is too young to start an account? What used to be reserved for college kids is now becoming the norm for everyone . . . even newborns! But, before you write this off as completely unnecessary and a bit excessive, think about it. Social media is a vital part of the world we live in, especially when it comes to communicating and keeping in touch.

Starting a private Instagram or Facebook account for your baby can be a great way for your loved ones to keep up with your babe through photos and status updates. Having a separate account also allows mom and dad to keep their pages professional and followers, like acquaintances and co-workers, free from having to endure an endless flow of photos new parents are often guilty of. On the other hand, it is the Internet, and all this exposure, even on a private feed, could be too much, too soon. It's definitely up to the parents, but something to think about. Take our poll and let us know your thoughts on having separate accounts.

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5 Ways to Use Facebook Graph Search

Facebook launched Graph Search, a "new way for people to navigate connections," in January, and is finally rolling out the feature to all US English language users today.

Facebook launched Graph Search, a "new way for people to navigate connections," in January, and is finally rolling out the feature to all US English language users today. The highly personalized search function hasn't changed much since it was first introduced — some updates to speed, query understanding, and result relevancy were made behind the scenes.

Once you've been on Facebook awhile, your interactions with people have likely stayed fairly static; Graph Search wants to change that by helping you rediscover the hobbies you share with others or new people in your city with similar interests. Since Graph Search makes it easier to find photos, interests, and information, it may be a good time to review your privacy settings.

Graph Search is located at the top of each Facebook page as a big search bar, ready to become your new primary mode of interaction on the site. It pulls information based on four parameters: photos, places, interests, and people. The actual real-world use of Graph Search is fairly uncomplicated; in fact, here's how you would use the new tool in five different ways.

  • Personalized dining recommendations — Turn to Graph Search to find the best sushi in your city based on the restaurants liked by friends.
  • Find adventure-ready pals — In need of a new tennis partner? Search "People in Brooklyn who like tennis" and discover other sports enthusiasts in your neighborhood.
  • Discovery engine — Find your new favorite band by searching "Music my friends like in San Francisco."
  • Virtual book club — Pick up a new book based on the recommendations of influencers on Facebook, for example: "Books read by CEOs."
  • Archive search — Search the phrase "Photos of friends from before 1999" to find those early (and, let's be real, adorable!) pictures friends uploaded of their childhoods, or search by a place like "Photos of friends from Milan, Italy" to act as a travel guide.

Try out Graph Search for yourself, which is only available in English for now. What do you think of Graph Search; are you likely to use it?

— Additional reporting by Nicole Nguyen

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Terms and Conditions May Apply Exposes What You're Really Agreeing To

Terms and Conditions May Apply is a documentary that investigates what exactly we're agreeing to when we click "I Accept."

Terms and Conditions May Apply is a documentary that investigates what exactly we're agreeing to when we click "I Accept." Consenting to terms and conditions is obligatory for many (if not all) social networks, software, and digital services, but how much do we really understand about these impossibly long legal documents?

Cyber citizens are giving companies permission to snoop through their online behavior and personal data all the time — they just don't know it. The documentary, slated for a Summer 2013 release, reveals what companies are doing with that "private" information and how privacy tools can be used to combat the data invasion.

Watch the film's trailer after the break.

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Remixes of the HRC Red Equal Sign

Two momentous court cases with serious implications for gay marriage were decided today.
Remixes of the HRC Red Equal Sign

Two momentous court cases with serious implications for gay marriage were decided today. The Supreme Court struck down a 1996 ruling that denied legally married same-sex couples the same federal rights as heterosexual couples, and declared that it could not rule on Proposition 8, a California ban on gay marriage, which essentially paves the way for the state to resume allowing same sex couples to marry.

Both decisions are a huge win for the LGBT community and, in honor of the Supreme Court's landmark rulings and this month's LGBT Pride festivities, we're bringing back the red equality sign first created by the Human Rights Campaign.

Back in March, supporters remixed and photoshopped the symbol to spread the word on the Defense of Marriage Act and Proposition 8 rulings. Take a look at some of the viral versions of the simple design, and let us know if there was one you loved that should be in this mix.

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Vine Vs. Instagram Video: The Major Differences Between the Two

Instagram introduced press-and-hold video capture at yesterday's Facebook press event, leaving many Vine users wondering if they should abandon Twitter's video-sharing app.

Instagram introduced press-and-hold video capture at yesterday's Facebook press event, leaving many Vine users wondering if they should abandon Twitter's video-sharing app. In the video, watch Instagram's newest feature in action and discover why the filtered, square-shaped photo-/video-sharing network could trump Vine.

The major differences between Instagram and Vine:

  • Longer video — Instagram captures 15-second-long video and Vine captures six seconds.
  • Editing clips — Mobile movie makers can delete scenes or "clips" without having to restart the entire video recording.
  • Filters — Because it's Instagram, there are 13 new filters designed just for video.
  • Custom cover image — Instagram users can choose the capture that best represents their photo, as well.
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Instavine! The Web Reacts to Instagram's New Vine Competitor

Team Instagram or Team Vine: where do your loyalties lie?

Team Instagram or Team Vine: where do your loyalties lie? At today's Facebook press event, Instagram introduced a new video capture mode that looks and feels awfully like Twitter's looping video app Vine, except that it's a little longer, built into a pre-existing app, and — because it's Instagram — comes with custom filters.

The Twitterverse had a lot to say on the matter and pledged their allegiance to the mobile video sharing network of their choice. Click on for the best social media bits, and let us know which mobile motion-picture creator you're rooting for.

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Facebook's "Big Idea": Instagram Launches Video

The square-shaped, filtered world of Instagram is no longer static — today, founder Kevin Systrom announced that video is coming to the photo sharing network's 130 million users on iOS, Android, and the web.

The square-shaped, filtered world of Instagram is no longer static — today, founder Kevin Systrom announced that video is coming to the photo sharing network's 130 million users on iOS, Android, and the web.

All the features users expect from Instagram are now available for video, including one-tap capture, filters designed specifically for moving pictures, and cross-posting to Facebook, Twitter, and more. iOS and Android users can download the Instagram video update now.

Instagram's new 15-second mobile video feature poses a direct threat to Twitter's six-second looping video app Vine, which just released an Android app earlier this month. Vine's network has a mere 13 million users compared to Instagram's 130 million, so the announcement surely stiffens the competition between the apps' parent companies, Twitter and Facebook. See the major differences between the two apps in action.

Instagram video is certainly poised to replace your current video sharing app — but will it? Check out the photo sharing network's best features after the break.