Hofstra University College Student Murder: Sad But Not Shocking

This morning I woke up to horrifying news that involved my alma mater, Hofstra University. At 2:30 a.m. on Friday, May 17, a student was shot dead in her off-campus home after an armed, masked man broke into the home she shared with her twin sister and several sorority sisters. The victim has now been identified by friends as 21-year-old Andrea Rebello.

As an alumna (Class of 2011), my heart aches for my former college community. This story is so, so, so sad. Rebello was too young to die. But unfortunately...I'm not shocked that this happened.

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Study: If You've Got Long Hair, Then You're Probably Wife Material (Obvi)

It almost worked for Cece on New Girl.

We love long hair just as much as short hair. But according to a new study, long hair will get him to put a ring on it quicker. LOL...

In the study, Great Clips surveyed women and men to find out which hairstyles they love and hate. Seventy-four percent of men said they found women with long hair the most attractive.

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Study: If Your Date Is Cheap, He Just Wants to Hit It

$240 for a first date is a lot, but we're totally into being wooed by a wealthy business man a la Edward Lewis.

According to a dubious new study, guys who take you on high-rolling dates are looking for more of a commitment than a guy who is an el cheapo.

WhatsYourPrice.com, an online dating site where members can bid on a chance at a first date (LOL, REALLY?!), conducted a two-year study with their American male members to determine the correlation between first date spending and relationship outlook.

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Bellamy Young: Mellie and Olivia Pope Are a Lot Alike

There's no doubt we are obsessed with Scandal. So when Bellamy Young aka Mellie popped by the Cosmopolitan office to hang out, we had a billion questions we wanted to hound her with. HOWEVER. We kept it cool, played word association, and got some more dirt about Mellie and the show.

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So, You Think You Have an Ovarian Cyst...

Your vagina can be a tricky beast. Sometimes, you get weird pains that you can't explain and other times you unintentionally damage it. And then there's having to deal with things like ovarian cysts—a common condition among many women. We got Yael Varnado, MD, to school us on everything related to these fluid-filled sacs that could possibly be in your ovary.

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I Wiped My Butt With Red Toilet Paper Like Beyoncé

When Beyoncé's alleged rider for her world tour, The Mrs. Carter Show, leaked and revealed bizarre demands, one thing on the list caught my eye: "Bathrooms must have new toilet seats and red toilet paper at every venue."

WHERE THE EFF does one find red toilet paper and how can I find some?!

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What Taking Pictures of Your Food Says About You

Long ago (okay, five years?), your fellow dinner mates might have scoffed at you for whipping out your cell phone and snapping a pic of your meal before you devoured it. Now, not so much.

But according to a Canadian mental health expert (via Eater), photographing food is a sign of mental illness. Dr. Valerie Taylor says that those who take pictures of what they're eating usually have some type of unhealthy relationship between food and their weight.

LOL, OKAY.

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21 Potentially Life-Saving Safety Tips That Every Woman Should Know

Here's a disturbing thought: What if some of our everyday habits were actually compromising our safety? We know women aren't to blame for tragic assaults and kidnappings, but we nevertheless want to make sure we're doing everything in our power to stay safe. Candice DeLong, a former FBI criminal profiler and host of Deadly Women on Investigation Discovery, has 21 safety tips every woman should know. Share them with the women in your life today.

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Serena Ryder Will Make You Want to Stomp Your Feet

Called Canada's answer to Adele, Serena Ryder is no stranger to the music scene—but she needs to be the newest addition to your iTunes library, like, now. Ryder, 30, has been recording albums for 15 years, but feels like with her latest record Harmony, she is at her best. Prior to this album, she fell into a deep depression and didn't make music for four years.

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How to Put a Man In His Place Like Olivia Pope

SPOILER ALERT

On last night's episode of Scandal we saw Olivia Pope FINALLY put her foot down with President Fitz. She was done with his games. Liv didn't want to be his mistress anymore. She was ready to move on with her life and find real love. But Fitz wasn't having it. He wanted her back.

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Cosmo Investigates: Do Guys Have Periods?

Sometimes, dudes get all douche-y and moody around a certain time of the month. Which makes us wonder: Do guys have periods? Figuratively speaking, of course. We reached out to one of our fave experts, Yael Varnado, MD, to get the lowdown on why men sometimes act like they're the ones with PMS.

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Join Us For a Live Chat With Scandal's Tony Goldwyn!

We're obsessed with Scandal and at the heart of that obsession is Fitzgerald Grant (Tony Goldwyn), the president who we love/hate/want to sleep with—all at once. Tonight's episode was directed by Tony and that's why we couldn't be more honored to be moderating a live chat with him.

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How a 24-Year-Old Feels When Her Facebook Friends Start Marrying and Mating

Recently, one of my Facebook friends who I've known since middle school announced she was pregnant. I am happy she is expecting a baby, but here's the thing: Notifications like that freak me the eff out, especially since they are so frequent on my feed. And I'm only 24. Whenever I see someone I grew up with is either engaged or expecting a little bundle of joy, so many feelings stir up inside me. This is what usually happens:

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I Met My Boyfriend on Chatroulette

Online dating comes in many forms. But who knew a Web site as salacious as Chatroulette could render a real relationship? Sarah Dill, a senior at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology, shares her sweet story of how her now boyfriend went from Internet stranger to man of her dreams. As told to Dara Adeeyo.

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I've Got a Secret (Now Not-So-Secret) Crush on E! News Correspondent Jason Kennedy

Holy abs.

Work crushes are inevitable. But what if your work crush isn't exactly in your, um, office?

I think it's time I let the cat out the bag. I have an industry crush on E! News Correspondent Jason Kennedy. And no, it's not just because of his stunning looks. Although, his smile does make my heart melt. Oh, to be that SoBe Lifewater bottle... Aaah.

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Kelly Rowland's New Album Talk a Good Game Is About More Than Sex

We're jealous of Kelly Rowland for many reasons: She's drop-dead gorgeous, Beyoncé's BFF, and an amazing musician. And with her fourth solo album Talk a Good Game set to be released on June 18, you can expect to see a whole new Miss Rowland.

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What Your Menstrual Cramps Might Mean

Real talk: Having your period sucks. Not only do you have to deal with PMS, but you're greeted with menstrual cramps. That pain in your abdomen and pelvic region can range from annoying to debilitating. But if your cramps are chronic, it could be a sign that you're suffering from something more serious. Read on for the scoop from our go-to experts, and always consult your doctor with questions.

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The 7 Best Workout DVDs to Shape Up Your Bikini Body

Bikini season is right around the corner. Not ready? Haven't joined a gym? Don't want to join a gym? We got you covered. Pick up one of these workout DVDs to get fit fast—in the privacy of your home.

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What If Beyoncé and David Beckham Were Your Godparents?

Imagine this: Your Godparents are Beyoncé and David Beckham. OMFG. OHHH ALL THE THINGS IN LIFE YOU WOULD HAVE ACCESS TO!!

Well according to a CouponCodes4U.com survey, 82 percent of parents would like to have their child's godparent be a celebrity "if the opportunity presented itself." At the top of the list was Queen B, with 65 percent of parents wanting her to be their kid's (fairy?!) godmother. Becks followed in second, with 63 percent wanting him to be their baby's godfather.

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What to Do If Prince Harry Wants to Marry You (But You're Not Ready)

If Prince Harry were to show up right now and propose to you, you'd probably say yes...right?! (HELLO! Chance to finally be a real life princess!) Well, that's not the case with his current girlfriend Cressida Bonas.

According to reports, the royal redhead wants to tie the knot but his girl isn't ready because she thinks she's too young to get married. Though it's hard to fathom not wanting to live in various castles with a strapping man for the rest of your life, we guess this is understandable? Bonas is only 24 years old. Studies have shown that the best age to walk down the aisle is in your late twenties, when you've lived a little and are more ready to settle down.

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