Brangelina is capoot, over, finished, done, but we really couldn’t care less (okay, maybe we care just a little).

Whether or not all of the allegations of substance abuse, cheating, and disagreements over who gets to keep which multi-million dollar mansion are true (gag), one thing we know for sure is that if Brangelina stays on the road they’re headed down, Hollywood’s most overrated coveted, yeah coveted, couple is headed for splitsville.

This glamorous duo didn’t pair up without a healthy dose of drama and adversity after it was revealed that the two actually started falling for one another while Brad was still married to Jennifer Aniston. Naturally, Angelina was labeled the homewrecker, while Brad was simply the discontent husband who was trapped in a loveless marriage with a controlling spouse, but I digress. After a whopping 12 years together (which is like 100 in famous years), the world is in disbelief that Brangelina is no more.

If reading one more article about how life will just never be the same without this duo makes you seriously nauseous, especially in light of all the bigger issues and real news happening in the world today, then consider us your antacid in a belly full of spicy nachos, as we detail the many reasons why we just don’t give a rat’s behind if these two human beings call it quits. #SorryNotSorry

1. The Presidential Race

Um, hello out there! We have a female candidate running for president! Not only is this the best thing since, like, a woman’s right to actually vote, but it’s a huge leap for womankind. What’s more important than any celebrity divorce, is securing her spot in the White House, because the last thing we need is a narcissistic, misogynist ass-hat destroying the nation as we know it. Forget team Jennifer and team Angelina, and get on board with #TeamHillary.

2. Masculinity is Toxic…to the Environment

Learning that men don’t respond to eco-friendly advertising in the same way that women do was…eye-opening. Green product analysis showed marketers that women responded more positively to items that are better for the environment than males. While this isn’t completely shocking, it does present the biological idea that most women are more motherly, and therefore more apt to “take care of things,” including the environment. Maybe it’s time companies focus some attention on rebranding sustainable stuff to feature more dude-friendly symbols, like beards, grizzly bears, protein shakes, and flannel shirts. #TeamEnvironment

3. Our Justice System is Ass-Backwards

Forget Brad and Angie, an Ivy League rapist, Brock Turner, who may or may not have been beaten with sex toys by a flash mob upon his release from prison, after serving just three months for attempted rape of an unconscious woman. You know, all while there are still inmates wasting their entire lives away in jail for minor drug offenses. I don’t know about you, but this really makes my blood boil. In matters of race, sex, and the pursuit of bogus charges, our justice system seriously needs a reset. #TeamTimeShouldFitTheCrime

4. Big Banking Bloat

Er. Mah. Gerd. Wells Fargo has pulled, and will probably get away with, quite possibly one of the biggest banking scandals of all time. The two million phony accounts that were opened without permission has far outweighed any sort of celebrity tiff, but will probably be a figment of our imaginations in just a few weeks’ time. Should someone not hold these criminals accountable, this debacle will disappear from our view as quickly as that treacherous ebola outbreak. Unfortunately, execs have already received payouts into the hundreds of millions, so let’s hope #TeamHoldSomeoneAccountable actually exists.

5. Designer Crocs, People

Even the publicity stunt pulled by Christopher Kane takes higher precedence than that of Brangelina’s divorce. Not only did this guy have the cojones to send the most hated shoe in all of fashiondom down the runway, but he bedazzled them bishes, too. I think it’s safe to assume that Kane made it into the high-fashion-publicity-stunt hall of fame, while also scaring the hell out of a lot of people. #TeamSayNoToCrocs

If you didn’t have enough reasons before to not care about Brangelina’s divorce, now you do. Besides your gerbil’s birthday, what to eat for breakfast, and planning for Halloween, what are some other things you think are more important than Brad and Angie’s split? Let us know on the EcoSalon Facebook page!

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What’s black and pink and metallic all over? The red carpet at the 67^th Emmy Awards! With trending gown colors and daring styles, we have the best looks packed into our 2015 Emmy Awards fashion recap, plus the environmental cause that has social media buzzing.

Although sustainable Emmy’s fashion was less abundant this season, as opposed to the Green Dress Red Carpet emergence at the 2014 Oscars, there were still several celebrities showing their support for the environment in another way.

“Calling it the ‘most critical humanitarian crisis of our time,’ the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) Sunday evening used the 2015 Emmy Awards to draw attention to climate change,” reports Mother Nature Network.

Awareness about the impending effects of climate change was raised in the form of little green ribbons emblazoned with the trending hashtag, #DemandClimateAction. There is a petition being circulated in need of support in order to finalize a new agreement for action in combating climate change set to be held in Paris this coming December.

Even though eco-friendly gowns and tuxes were harder to come by, we can at least applaud the well-intentioned activism efforts while we take a quick peek at some of the stunning fashion that went along with it.

Whether it’s “Veep”, “Modern Family”, “Game of Thrones”, “Orange is the New Black”, or one of the many other can’t miss television shows somewhere in between, we’ve got the scoop on who wore what and who wore it best on the red carpet at last night’s Emmy Awards.

Alongside the gorgeous handbags, stunning shoes, and glittering jewelry, we saw an insurgence of various shades of pink, healthy doses of tried-and-true black, a smattering of eye-catching metallic, and a refreshing splash of color.

Pink

These actresses are wearing pink and wearing it proudly. Whether loud or subdued, this proved to be one of the most popular colors of the evening.

Uzo Aduba

Uzo Aduba, winner of Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama for her role in ‘Orange is the New Black’, shines in this hot pink and navy two-toned halter gown. Her elegant makeup and side-swept bun coincided beautifully with her look.

Guiliana Rancic

Guiliana Rancic, former “E! News” host, looked dreamy in this crystal embellished pink gown with a simple center part hair style. Although her interviews were described as less than stellar, at least she looked great giving them.

Samira Wiley

Samira Wiley, from the cast of “Orange is the New Black”, is the epitome of understated glamor. This hot pink, slender, off-the-shoulder gown sits beautifully on her frame and looks great with her complexion.

Black

These actresses aren’t afraid of the little black dress, especially with the special nuances and details their gowns received. This was another highly popular color in our 2015 Emmy Awards fashion recap.

Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson looks fierce in this black sheer lace and metal full-length dress. Her chain-inspired straps are to die for and they somehow managed to cover all of her girly parts underneath the peek-a-boo lace skirt.

Carrie Brownstein

Carrie Brownstein looks stunning in her menswear-inspired ensemble. Although I am partial (it was my dream to wear dress pants to prom in lieu of a dress but struck out) it’s always refreshing to see a woman in a well-tailored suit at an awards show, and Ms. Brownstein doesn’t disappoint.

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga looks so chic in this architectural number from Brandon Maxwell. It’s refreshing to see her sans wig, wild makeup, and that infamous meat dress. Hopefully, this is a personal style trend that won’t be going away anytime soon.

Metallic

Who needs jewelry when you have dresses like these? We’ve included a couple of the best metallic dresses from last night’s awards show.

Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara stuns (as usual) in this curve-hugging metallic St. John sheath and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry. This voluptuous beauty finished off her look by leaving her tresses down and opting for a deep, berry-hued lipstick.

Lena Headey

Lena Headey “Game of Thrones” star looks lovely in this maroon and shimmering metallic ball gown. Reminiscent of her show’s chainmail apparel, she couldn’t have chosen a more perfect dress.

Color

Wishing to stand out from the crowd, these Hollywood beauties have chosen to add a pop of color on the red carpet. Vivid brights and a deep berry hue straight out of Pantone’s color of the year playbook helped to diversify the Emmy’s.

Taylor Schilling

Taylor Schilling, leading actress in “Orange is the New Black”, looked spectacular in this yellow backless halter dress. The ruched detailing and figure flattering cut definitely brought out Taylor’s natural beauty. Her matching yellow heels, white clutch, and coral lips were the icing on the cake.

January Jones

January Jones, the “Mad Men” actress looked divine in her Kelly green pantsuit with sweetheart neckline. Looking Old Hollywood glamor, but with a modern and colorful twist, January looks chic with her brooch adorned ensemble and asymmetrical sash.

Sarah Hyland

Sarah Hyland, best known for her role of the flighty eldest sister on “Modern Family”, is looking all grown up in her marsala-colored gown and statuesque pose. Her matching earrings, polish, and bangle bracelet look equally as lovely alongside her sun-kissed complexion.

Let us know what you thought about our 2015 Emmy’s fashion recap. Do you agree with our choices? Is there anyone you would’ve liked to see on our list? What’s your take on last night’s #DemandClimateAction activism? Let us know on the EcoSalon Facebook page!

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How will social media and technology change our future?

“If you try something for 50 years and it doesn’t work, for God’s sake, try something else.”

This unabashed statement from Dr. Hamadoun Touré, Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union, was the first indication that the Social Good Summit was going to be a swift kick in the pants.

Thousands of people took part in the three-day event at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. They came to learn how innovative thinking and new technology can solve the world’s greatest challenges. They came not only to ask ambitious questions, but also to provide equally ambitious answers.

Organized to take place alongside the UN General Assembly meeting, the Summit was an inspirational “meeting of the minds,” with world leaders, celebrities, techies, activists, academics, and philanthropists gathering to exchange ideas about how to build a better future. A short message from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton opened the Summit, encouraging attendees to take advantage of opportunities to harness new technologies that strengthen societies, support women’s health and rights, and soften the impact of climate change.

“A revolution in social media is helping people everywhere take part in a global conversation about how we can work together to advance the common good,” said Clinton. “We are living at a time when anyone can be a diplomat. All you have to do is hit send.”

The format of the Summit was similar to TED conferences with the event featuring the creme de la creme of Hollywood, international advocacy, universities, and media giving short, compelling speeches as to their solutions to family planning, child poverty, obesity, and human trafficking. The heavy topics were nicely balanced with interjections of levity, such as a first-day speech from 14-year-old author and activist Adora Svitak entitled “How Millennials Will Save The World.”

Although visibly nervous, Svitak overcame her fear by decimating stereotypes about apathetic youth in her 5-minute speech. She cited example after example of how she and her friends are using social media to feed the hungry and advocate for reproductive rights. “We want our world to have more than a nominal confidence in us,” she softly chided the adult attendees. “We want to transcend our boundaries, as much as we may be weighed down by them.”

On the second day of the Summit, Brooke Loughrin, the first-ever U.S. Youth Observer of the UN, echoed Svitak’s sentiments. “Youth are using social media…to bring our communities together and address issues,” she said. “Some people are stating that youth are taking over, but I would make the argument that we already have.”

Many attending celebrities whose advocacy work was given a spotlight were also celebrated at the Summit. During a conversation with Jeffrey Sachs and Hans Vestberg, of Columbia University and Ericsson respectively, Academy Award-winning actor Forest Whitaker spoke passionately about the organization he founded, the PeaceEarth Foundation. He explained that working for peace isn’t just for other countries:

“I come from an environment where there was a lot of conflict. There was the birth of the gangs in my community when I was a young kid. I witnessed and was affected by losses due to violence. As a result, I started to do work [on peace]. We have to not just open our eyes to what’s going on in other places; we need to open our eyes to what’s going on right in front of us.”

Actress Maria Bello explained why she got involved with supporting women’s anti-violence activism in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake, and pointed to a key piece of advice that changed her life: you serve best doing the thing you love most. Bello said that what she loves most is using the resources she has to make positive changes in the world.

Television stars America Ferrera and Alexis Bledel also shared their global experiences from a recent trip to Honduras they went on together with ONE, a grassroots organization that helps women and girls in impoverished countries develop economic opportunities that benefit their families and communities.

“I wanted to go on this trip because I felt really impassioned about shedding light on issues that are happening in Latin America,” explained Ferrera. “These people aren’t looking for handouts or charity; they are looking for tools.”

Bledel agreed. “Having met these women, it’s clear that they want to do for themselves,” she said. “They had such good ideas. They could see the problems really clearly and know the solutions.”

Bledel and Ferrera encouraged the audience to learn how they can invest in women and girls who live in developing countries because, as Ferrera stated, women play a critical role in the success of their communities and countries.

In addition to the Summit gathering in New York, thousands more people were able to take part in the conversation through meet-ups in 237 communities. From San Francisco to São Paulo, the Summit talks were livestreamed and simultaneously translated into six different languages to reach and engage audiences worldwide in a Global Conversation.

It was humbling to spend time among so many talented and inspiring everyday citizens who are committed to tackling global problems. If you’re not inspired enough already, pick through the videos at Mashable for motivation and information on how you can become the change.

Images: Mashable

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