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It's summertime, and what does that mean? Fun in the sun, cocktails, mixers, and entertaining! While I dream about the backyard I wish I had, I'm going to equip those of you with the ideal party pads with some useful iPhone/iPod Touch applications to make your party planning a little easier. From recipes apps, to cocktail apps and even game apps, here are my top five — which I might add are all Read more
If you don't have a Kensington Mouse remote but still want to groove around your place without running to your computer every four minutes (because you want to hear that Kanye song again), use your iPhone (or iPod Touch) as a remote control! All you need is WiFi, and the download Signal (the demo is free and all you need to do is this). Then, have iTunes open on your computer. First, put one Read more
When I first saw this ginormos remote control, I thought it was a belated April Fool's joke. I assure you that this make believe looking remote is the real deal. Sold on Amazon for $35, this huge remote is guaranteed to make TV navigation easy for the most technologically challenged individuals. This 6-in-1 remote controls your TV, VCR, DVD player, statellite, cable and auxiliary A/V device. Read more
Whether you're headed to the big city, a remote beach, or planning an at-home BBQ, share your Memorial Day weekend with us through our latest Instagram challenge. Show us your Summer hairstyles, nails, and bright makeup, or snap photos of your favorite products for a warm weekend away. Just post your picture and tag #bellamemorialbeauty so your entry can be considered for our holiday recap on Read more
Full disclosure: I laughed out loud many times during The Dictator, knowing full well that I should have been offended instead. But what you see is what you get when it comes to Sacha Baron Cohen, and after movies like Bruno and Borat, you already know whether you'll be able to find humor in film about a horrifyingly ignorant world leader who's as naive, racist, and prejudiced as they come. I Read more
In addition to the following releases, Rampart, The Devil Inside, and Chronicle are also available. Albert Nobbs Glenn Close scored an Oscar nomination for her portrayal of a woman posing as a man in 19th century Ireland. Forced to assume the dress and mannerisms of a man to secure a job as a butler in order to survive in the oppressive times, Albert finds his arrangement shaken up by the Read more
Gushing about the latest episode of Mad Men or Game of Thrones can liven up any Sunday phone call with Mom. Should she miss an episode, get ready for the sad tale of how you still haven't shown her how to record her must-watch shows. This Mother's Day, put the excuses aside and devote the day to helping Mom set up and organize her TiVo or other DVR system. Moms like to stay in-the-know, so throw Read more
There may be some stylish ways to wrangle your remote controls, but the question that begs to be asked is — "Do you really need all those remotes in the first place?" If you've been keeping those remotes around because you didn't think you had an alternative, may I introduce you to the universal remote. Buying and programming a universal remote can rid your coffee table of clutter and help you Read more
Despite what you think, you actually don't need more clothes. The trick is to just maximize your wardrobe. LearnVest shares how. Whether you live for shopping the latest trends or wish you could spend every day in your favorite pair of jeans and a white t-shirt, your clothes project a message about who you are. The great thing is that you have the power to control that message entirely — as Read more
From a squash racquet court, state-of-the-art gymnasium (complete with an electric horse for simulated riding), and heated pool, first-class passengers aboard the Titanic were the recipients of some of the ship's finest perks. It was the elaborate Turkish baths, located on the middle deck, though, that were one of the most impressive amenities of all. Read more
