Geek is chic.
Last week at the market, I spotted some New Zealand kiwis for a good price. I know they're not local and organic, but they simply looked too plump and verdant to pass up, so I bought a ton. And, when life handed me a bunch of kiwis, what did I do? Make a kiwi cobbler, of course. I'm a sucker for muddled fruit cocktails, and this one from Boston fine-dining institution Radius is no exception. I Read more
June is shaping up to be quite the month in the geekosphere! What with the E3 gaming expo, Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, and the release of three highly anticipated smartphones, my head is already spinning with excitement and anticipation. In addition, there are some remarkable gadgets and fashionable accessories that are worth taking a look at this month as well! Read more
In my day, I've tested out my fair share of earphones. Oddly enough, I'm not one of those people that can wear Apple's standard earphones — call it abnormally shaped ears, I don't know, I just can't wear em'. I definitely have a top three list of earphones that rock my world, but the problem is, they are waaay too expensive. And when I say overpriced, I mean you can't just run out and buy Read more
Looking for some functional earphones that will look hot with your summer attire but not break the bank? Radius has a sweet line of Ultra-Light Aluminum Earbuds that come in a slew of bright colors and boast noise isolation. They only cost $30 a piece and include three sizes of silicone fittings to ensure a snug fit — great for those with tiny earlobes. And not only are they iPhone compatible, Read more
Pepsi Next, which rolled out nationally March 26, is the newest addition to the Pepsi family. The so-called "midcalorie soda" is targeted toward drinkers who are cutting back on sugar, a dietary trend that's been holding steady in recent years. It's made with a combination of high-fructose corn syrup, aspartame, and sucralose, and has 60 percent less sugar than regular Pepsi. As someone who's Read more
This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! My sister just told me that she is dating a man who has been in and out of prison for 10 years. He's also a sex offender, and I'm worried for her. I've told her that she needs to be careful and to think that maybe he's done more than he's told her. He had sex with a 15 year old when he was 17 Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy! Thinking about a career change? For the best odds of snagging and hanging onto a job for the long haul, you'll want to avoid professions on the decline in today’s economy (think bookbinders, textile workers and machine-tool operators) and focus on professions whose outlook is rosier (such as health care, financial analysis or Read more
Today, The New York Times announced its new digital subscription plans, starting at $15/month for unlimited web access to content; $20/month gives users access via the web and iPad app; $35/month allows readers to access unlimited content on unlimited devices. Casual Times readers can access up to 20 articles per month at no charge. New digital subscription policies go into effect March 28. Read more
What makes a hamburger a hamburger? We could ponder the question for days, but wouldn't you rather bite into a juicy burger? But not just any burger: we've taste-tested our way around the country to find 25 amazing hamburgers you shouldn't miss. Whether you're a local or a tourist, it's certainly worth seeking out these must-have hamburgers. YumSugar's Top 5 Burgers Shake Shack, New York, NY: Read more
Here's one incredibly practical application of Netflix's API: a Twitter account created to notify users when movies expire from Netflix Instant. .bbpBox37623629198012420 {background:url(http://a3.twimg.com/a/1297708673/images/themes/theme1/bg.png) #a62b1b;padding:20px;} p.bbpTweet{background:#fff;padding:10px 12px 10px 12px;margin:0;min-height:48px;color:#000;font-size:18px Read more
