Top 10 Geekiest Decorations for Your Home or Office [PICS]Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:01PMWe certainly wouldn’t advocate turning your office, cubicle or home office into some kind of over-the-top dork theme park, but a few witty items carefully placed here and there can brighten up the dullest work space with some geek chic. Having an office gives you the chance to display things you might not get away with (or indeed, want to get away with) at home. From magnificent magnets to ...
Trish Long: Take peek at Texas Street in 1800sSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:02AMDear Trish: Can tell me what businesses were located along the 200 block of Texas Street back in the late 1800s?
Patrick in troubleFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:51PMCaribbean people have a way with words. We use them, like Derek Walcott and Vidia Naipaul, to win Nobel prizes. We give them new meanings. We distort and twist them.
The whiff of successFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:16PMWENATCHEE — Ulvaldo Herrera and his “natural nose” have whiffed the sweet smell of success and — guess what? — it’s a light floral with musky undertones. That’s the sketchy recipe for a secret blend called First Kiss, this downtown scent-maker’s most popular perfume and an essential formula in his flourishing fragrance brand, Drop Dead Fabulous.
Wenatchee perfume maker just follows his noseFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:16PMWENATCHEE — Ulvaldo Herrera and his “natural nose” have whiffed the sweet smell of success and — guess what? — it’s a light floral with musky undertones. That’s the sketchy recipe for a secret blend called First Kiss, this downtown scent-maker’s most popular perfume and an essential formula in his flourishing fragrance brand, Drop Dead Fabulous.
Hillsboro honeymooners' home plunderedThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:05PMHILLSBORO, Ore. (AP) -- Washington County sheriff's officers says detectives have arrested a 34-year-old man suspected of burglarizing a home while the residents were on their honeymoon. Jamie Pierce was arrested at his Beaverton home Tuesday and booked into jail for investigation of burglary and aggravated theft. Officers say they found property in the house from three other burglaries ...
Spring is, indeed, coming.Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:59AM“Never again will I spend another winter in this accursed bucketshop of a refrigerator called England.” Letter to Sidney Colvin From Rudyard Kipling read more
Heidi Klum Dresses up For HusbandThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:47AMHEIDI Klum loves giving her husband Seal private fashion shows. The 36-year-old supermodel works hard to keep the spark in their marriage alive and adores dressing up in the expensive jewels and gems given to her by her devoted singer spouse. “I love dressing up for him and putting on all the jewelery he gives me,” she [...]
Heidi Klum’s Special Seal ShowThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:43AMHeidi Klum loves giving her husband Seal private fashion shows. The 36-year-old supermodel works hard to keep the spark in their marriage alive and adores dressing up in the expensive jewels and gems given to her by her devoted singer spouse. She said, “I love dressing up for him and putting on all the jewelery he gives [...]
Survey: Couples happiest at 3-year markTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:14PMLONDON, March 2 (UPI) -- A British wedding Web site's survey of 4,000 couples indicated happiness levels at different stages of marriage, the Web site's spokeswoman said.
Men strut their stuff at Mr. Roadrunner contestTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 12:50PMIn a contest that turns the tables on the traditional women's beauty pageant, Woodard Junior High School's Mr. Roadrunner is an annual competition - with a humorous twist - for male students.
With Ian my scars just didn't matter any moreTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 12:37AMEXCLUSIVE Shari Cunningham realised she was falling for Ian Royle, 23 years after they'd last seen each other at school. But she didn't dare tell him that a terrible road crash meant she no longer looked how he remembered.
THE ARTSMonday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:46AMThe 10th annual Western Connecticut State University Opera production of GianCarlo Menotti 's "Amahl and the Night Visitors" will be staged Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. in White Hall, White Street and Fifth Avenue, Danbury.
Broken EmbracesSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:56PMHighly Recommended THE FILM For his 17th film, Pedro Almodovar doesn't exactly break new ground with "Broken Embraces," instead fine-tuning his gifts and decadent cinematic appetites to a satisfying routine. A spiraling, sensual story of noirish obsession and paranoia, "Embraces" is a riveting sit, due in great part to the filmmaker's incredible storytelling gifts, and the cast, who articulate a ...
5 Must-Have Geek CollectiblesSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 11:16AMWhile some people may amass large numbers of porcelain figurines or miniature replica cars, we’ve got five far cooler collectibles for those of a more geeky nature. From vinyl to plush, we bring you five social media-, online- and tech-themed items that will not only show your affiliation to all things geek, but who knows, could end up being worth something in years to come. Peruse the list ...
DVD Review: Moscow, BelgiumSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:16PM By Edward Yerke-Robins Working mother Matty faces each day with a bleary-eyed scowl and grievance list a mile long. Her children? Completely withdrawn, when they can be bothered to come home. Her housework? Piling higher and higher with no end or help in sight. Her post office job? Literally walling her off from the outside world. Her only friend? A repeat customer who chats her up ...
Cruising into matrimonySaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 8:49AMWedding business at sea has increased by as much as 60 percent in the last decade, report the 21 maritime members of Cruise Lines International Association. Wedding business at sea has increased by as much as 60 percent in the last decade, report the 21 maritime members of Cruise Lines International Association.
Family filmgoerSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 1:09AMFamily-related reviews of movies still in Cape Cod theaters.
Giving away the bride, groom and everything elseFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:16PMSomething borrowed, something blue, something old, something new and, for one lucky couple, the whole thing for free.
Lorenz Eitner Memorial Acquisitions Fund Established at Cantor Arts CenterFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:29PMLorenz Eitner with Madame de la Valette, 1871, by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (France, 1827–1875), a plaster bust that was given to the museum in 1978 by Mrs. Joanne Whittier Blokker in memory of Violet Andrews Whittier, Class of 1924. Photo Credit: Chuck Painter / Stanford News Service.
DetailsDetailsFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:56PMA list of events in and around Centre County. To submit information for DetailsDetails, e-mail Heather Longley or call 814-231-4617.
Holidays in VirginiaFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 3:48PMEVERY TIME SOMEONE FINDS OUT THAT I HAD THE opportunity to live abroad, he never fails to ask, “Why did you come back?”
Internet dating using TaggedFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:06AM"Then I bit the bullet and walked into his house because I'm not shallow and I was willing to give this guy a chance, I know, I know it was risky but I did it anyway."
iUniverse Presents 'The Miracle of Me': A MemoirFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:45AMLiving with a brain tumor for over fifteen years, Alice Snow has been at death's door many times. In spite of the fact that her doctors told her she would not survive, Snow refused to accept their prognosis.
Art print sales help Crawford Relay For LifeMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 9:48AMThe Crawford County Relay For Life, under the guidance of its fundraising committee, has released its first art print, a scene depicting the picturesque Donna Reed Performing Arts Center (at left), commissioned from Speltz Studio of Wildlife. The romantic winter sunrise scene has the beautifully rendered building painted vivid detail.
Ashlee Simpson - Ashlee Simpsons Beautiful MotherhoodMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 8:54AMAshlee Simpson-Wentz thinks children are a "beautiful gift". The 25-year-old singer and actress, who has 15-month-old Bronx Mowgli with husband Pete Wentz, admits...
ABS-CBN News Online BetaMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 4:02AMJohn Lloyd tells all (almost!): I'm not 'committed' MANILA, Philippines - The cliché rings very true in the case of John Lloyd Cruz — no, you can’t put a good man down.
All you need is love: ideas to celebrate Valentine's DayMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 12:54AMValentine's Day is nearly upon us, and with Cupid targeting everyone in sight, coming up with original V-day plans might be a bit daunting.
Jim Six: The face of love behind a veilThursday, February 18, 2010 @ 2:03AMWhen I got married, it was for love. Well, medical insurance was mentioned, but it was mostly for love.
Nothing but ‘roses’ on Valentine’s DayThursday, February 18, 2010 @ 12:38AMIn the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I’d like to write about the most common gifts given on this romantic “holiday.”
D.C. Council, prosecutors should follow-up on Barry reportWednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 11:00PMThe remarkable report issued Tuesday by prominent Washington lawyer Robert S. Bennett has done a considerable public service to District taxpayers by blasting a gaping hole in the myth of council member Marion Barry's selflessness.
Herald ScotlandWednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 5:06AMStarring in a West End musical? It’s wicked! It’s a long way from Airdrie to London’s West End, but young actor George Ure has made it – thanks to the wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Romance with a Hallmark stampMonday, February 15, 2010 @ 10:56AMNo holiday includes everyone, and Valentine's Day is yet another consumer holiday that forces certain actions out of people. Male or female, there are awkward situations that both genders could potentially run into. Let's imagine that you have just entered a new relationship and now it's Valentine's Day.
Vendors love Valentine's DayMonday, February 15, 2010 @ 10:31AMBy Adam Franks News Editor Arkansas River Valley residents will see pink, red and white for Valentine’s Day, but area retailers are seeing a familiar — and welcome — shade of green.
Blizzard disrupts many plans across the areaMonday, February 15, 2010 @ 9:47AMA possible 12 inches of snow predicted for last Saturday the Chadds Ford Historical Society put the scheduled outdoor painting marathon, Plein Air Painting at CFHS, planned for all day in jeopardy. It was cancelled for that weekend and has been rescheduled for Feb. 27 and 28.
Horoscopes for Sunday, February 14Monday, February 15, 2010 @ 7:34AMIF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: This year, you feel likes howing your caring side more often through actions, cards and gifts, but you don't need to be extravagant. You have creativity and it comes through more often than not. If you are single, you will have many suitors. If you are attached, let your sweetie know how special he or she is.
Young violinist brings his talents as 'Gift to the Community'Monday, February 15, 2010 @ 6:08AMViolinist Noe Inui is an excellent young violinist, and his performance during Sunday's free “Gift to the Community” was another in a wonderful series of talent showcases that the Buffalo Chamber Music Society brings to town every year.
HAGEN: V-Day, not D-DayWednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 9:01PMBy: Stephanie Hagen This Sunday is the holiday of love, which, ironically, so many people love to hate. Valentine’s Day tends to divide people into two camps: those who enjoy a day completely devoted to romance and mushy ardor, and those who are convinced it is a pathe...
Give a little love to the planet, too, on V-DayWednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 8:02PMMake Valentine's Day more meaningful this year when you do your part while selecting gifts for your sweetie.
Romance Evolution - Part 1Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 7:06PMRomantic gestures can be timeless... But how has romance itself changed over the years. Reporter Amber Schatz asks a panel of students and teachers to open up on the evolution of dating. (BEARI LOVE YOU) It's the month where lovers are showered with af