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Melissa is a writer based in New York City.

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Rethinking Who Menswear Is Designed For

Rethinking Who Menswear Is Designed For

"This is ridiculous," Laura Moffat says as she shoves her iPhone into the front pocket of her khakis. To no o…

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The Drag Queen Burger Joint That's Planning World Domination

The Drag Queen Burger Joint That's Planning World Domination

It's the night before Thanksgiving, or Transgiving, as our server, Barbie, reminds us. Unlike the namesake do…

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Why Bridesmen and Groomswomen Are Becoming the New Norm

Why Bridesmen and Groomswomen Are Becoming the New Norm

A quiet, formalwear-fueled rebellion against antiquated gender norms is taking place at weddings across the U…

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30 Must-See Places and Things in Ireland

30 Must-See Places and Things in Ireland

Known for its greenery, Ireland doesn't disappoint when it comes to natural wonders. The 32,000-mile island (…

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What I Never Expected About Shopping for a Wedding Dress as a Gay Woman

What I Never Expected About Shopping for a Wedding Dress as a Gay Woman

There are certain pieces of clothing that bond women across generations: the first bra, the prom dress, the w…

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Back in Lesbian Paradise, at Long Last

Back in Lesbian Paradise, at Long Last

The Dinah Shore Weekend, an annual festival for queer women, returned to Palm Springs last weekend after a tw…

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10 Antioxidant-Rich Vegetables to Support a Healthy Immune System, According to Nutrition Experts Original

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By Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner Verified
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Credit: Mtreasure/Getty Images Brightly colored vegetables like red cabbage, red bell peppers, and curly kale are loaded with antioxidants such as anthocyanins, carotenoids, and polyphenols, which help fight inflammation and support immune health. Cooking certain vegetables—like tomatoes, red cabbage, and butternut squash—can enhance their antioxidant levels, making them even more beneficial when sautéed, roasted, or blended into soups.
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5 Hamptons mistakes to avoid in—and getting to—the ritzy beach destination Original

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By Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner Verified
| Time Out New York Verified
Visiting the Hamptons is one of the joys of summer outside the city. The luxurious South Fork of Long Island is known for its gorgeous beaches, pristine coastal towns, high-end shopping and farm-fresh produce. A favorite weekend getaway and vacation destination for celebrities and billionaires, the Hamptons is also home to nearly 75,000 residents year-round, though the population quadruples during the warmer months. That means more crowds, more traffic and more confused tourists.
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Brooklyn Public Library To Host Lesbian Library Day Original

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By Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner Verified
| Forbes Verified
A view of the Central Library Building of the Brooklyn Public Library in Grand Army Plaza Getty Images One of the nation’s largest library systems is hosting a new festival dedicated to a select group of readers and writers: Lesbians. Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) will host its first ever Lesbian Library Day in 125 years of being a public institution. The event will take place on Saturday, August 1 at the Central Library (10 Grand Army Plaza) near Prospect Park.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

I covered our school's obsession with SpongeBob for my middle school paper. The pitch was a tough sell, but the story was a hit.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

a what?

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Carrie Bradshaw