Geek is chic.
Don't have any News Year's Eve plans yet? Nokia announced MSN as the exclusive online distributor of the highly-anticipated Nokia New Year's Eve, a global music celebration which will take place in five party capitals of the world on December 31st. Exclusive performances from international artists including the Black Eyed Peas, Scissor Sisters, Nelly Furtado, John Legend, and Atomic Kitten will Read more
Taylor Swift joined Fergie and the Black Eyed Peas yesterday for what was supposed to be an all-star concert in NYC's Central Park. The artists arrived ready to rock out on behalf of the Robin Hood Foundation, an antipoverty organization, but rain and lightning forced the show's cancellation before Taylor and the Black Eyed Peas could even take the stage. The Black Eyed Peas made the best of the Read more
Though you may not recognize it at first, truth is, the Black Eyed Peas are pretty geeky. Their live shows are packed with geek and tech culture references — from a real-life Tron lightcycle, to DJing in a very Iron Man-like suit — and front man, Will.i.am, even has his own digital media company. His first release is the BEP360 app, which lets users get a full 360-degree view of the Peas in Read more
Check out these cooked greens from reader CarCarDawn; she posted it in our Healthy Recipe community group. Although Spring has sprung in many parts of the country, cold temperatures and hollowing winds are still plaguing many of us in the Northeast. This is a very flexible recipe that delivers on the warm and comforting feeling some of us are still looking for, with a bright burst of flavor. I Read more
Fergie makes her third appearance on the cover of Allure, this time for its July 2011 issue. Inside she puts to rest all those pregnancy rumors and says: "I think people think that I’m pregnant sometimes because my weight fluctuates . . . My problem is my discipline. I see a Jack in the Box or a Del Taco, and I will impulsively want it. I’m a work in progress in that area." For anyone that Read more
Fergie is no stranger to geeky stage costumes, so I wasn't all that surprised to see her wearing a light dress at last night's Billboard Music Awards. The "new" little black dress, which was designed by Philips and B. Akerlund, used light-infused, curve-hugging fabric to light up with the beat of the music. Of course, Fergie wasn't the only one outfitted in light — Will.i.Am wore a crazy pink Read more
Today is Fergie's 37th birthday! The talented and dynamic performer has been in the business for over 20 years (if you're especially cool, you'll remember her from her stint on the Disney Channel's Kids Incorporated, as well as in the '90s girl group Wild Orchid — those were the days!). These days, Fergie has exploded to fame as a member of the Black Eyed Peas as well as a successful solo Read more
Since black-eyed peas are said to bring good luck, get your fill with this recipe from FitSugar reader shockinglydelicious. She posted her recipe for a sweet potato, black-eyed peas, and broccoli bowl in the Healthy Recipe community group. Earthy black-eyed peas, roasted sweet potato and onion, and steamed broccoli all combine for a one-bowl vegetarian dinner fragrant with Mexican spices and Read more
We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. If getting more sleep isn't an option, we've found other ways to get rid of pesky under-eye bags. Find the perfect cream for your eyes It's normal for your eyes to look a little swollen first thing in the morning. But drinking alcohol, eating salty foods, allergies, and watching The Notebook can produce bigger Read more
Doo.Ri's signature draping and understated, flowy silhouettes got textural for Fall 2012. Inspired by Butoh, designer Doo-Ri Chung sent the models — sporting sleek buns and leather headbands — down the runway in a gorgeous array of her draped dresses dipped in pretty hues of dark teal, blush, pearl white, and gray. For a polished touch, Doo-Ri Chung introduced wide-leg trousers, tailored wool Read more
