It has been a long, hard and exhausting two years for Jeff Rutledge at Pope John Paul II. Not just on the football but in his personal life as well. So on Friday, Rutledge resigned effective immediately as JPII football coach citing family reasons for his decision. “I’ve always tried to live up to my […]

How would your child thrive on a diet that’s 70% carbs, 15% protein, and 30% fat? The current Navy Seal diet turns the high protein “Paleo” so-called “cave-man” diet on its head. Those percentages on the menu are the maximum amounts of carbs, proteins, and fats suggested for the Navy Seals workout diet. In fact, […]

Published Monday, April 23, 2012, 11:03 AM Spurred in part by the current Tayyip Erdogan-led Turkish government’s increasing tilt toward Iran and hostility toward Israel, members of local Jewish communities are paying more, some might say overdue, attention to the Armenian Genocide in the Ottoman Empire during World War I, as well as to the […]

The internet is currently ablaze with countless stories discussing how Netflix executives John Ciancutti and Todd Yellin are revamping the recommendations system to better suggest movies or TV shows that have a strong chance of being something the “user” will want to see. The problem is (as far as the streaming side of their business […]

Survival Mom: How to Prepare Your Family for Everyday Disasters and Worst-Case Scenarios by Lisa Bedford Survival Mom: How to Prepare Your Family for Everyday Disasters and Worst-Case Scenarios articulately yet clearly makes the case that every mom has it in her DNA to take care of her family in preparation for whatever may come. […]

This week on “30 Rock,” Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) and Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. While Jack is full of Irish pride, Liz sets out to have the least-Irish holiday she can. Despite past incidents while hosting the St. Patrick’s Day parade, Jenna (Jane Krakowski) and Tracy (Tracy Morgan) are still the […]

It would be great if all physicians were as passionate about healthy eating as Dr. Mehmet Oz is. Recently, on the Today Show, Dr. Oz discussed his latest plan called the “Eat What You Love” diet. With only four rules, the plan sounds simple enough. Will it work? The first rule is to portion foods. […]

If you thought DJ Pauly D said ‘Yeah Buddy’ a lot on Jersey Shore, the original is nothing compared to The Pauly D Project. Between the ‘Yeah Buddies’ and well ‘Yeah Buddies” Pauly D and his hometown boys Jerry Gialanella, Biggie, and Ryan Labbe (JRoc didn’t make an appearance on PDP Episode 2) had plenty […]

April 15, 1912 will be the 100th Anniversary of the day the RMS Titanic collided with an iceberg. The collision brought down one of the world’s largest ship of its time. 1,514 lives were lost. Less than a third survived. Starting on April 4, 2012, the 100th anniversary of Titanic’s completion and her maiden voyage […]

The World Bodybuilding & Fitness Federation is one of the fastest growing organizations. The company’s owner Paul Dillet makes it clear that only “the best of the best” compete with his organization. This sounds like a gimmick, but it’s easy to see why competitors are crossing over from the NPC/IFBB to the WBFF, since the […]

If asked, most Nashvillians can tell you that the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) headquarters are located at Ellington Agricultural Center. However, most don’t know the Tennessee Agricultural Museum is also located on the 207-acre property. The museum, which was chartered by the Tennessee General Assembly in 1957 and […]

Once you have committed to healthy, active lifestyle, one of the first things on your mind may be where to locate a good gym, pool, health club or country club near your house that will serve your needs best. Here are a few ideas to help you narrow down your search. First, you need to […]

Conservative GOP Presidential hopeful Rick Santorum announced this morning in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania that he has suspended his campaign for the White House. Political experts on the right and left view the suspension as something that was inevitable since former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney stands ahead as frontrunner against all of the other Republican candidates. But […]

On Friday, March 16 at Wonder Con, it was announced that the revolution will be televised! The nerd revolution, that is! And it will be on You Tube. Chris Hardwick and co. introduced their lineup of programs for Nerdist Channel with a pre-taped, hilarious press conference, followed by a discussion of the forthcoming madness with […]

“I don’t want to fight for the UFC no more,” Quinton “Rampage” Jackson said in an interview with Bas Rutten from Inside MMA. This is a message that “Rampage” Jackson has been reiterating on his Twitter for a few weeks now, following his bout with Ryan Bader at UFC 144 in Saitama, Japan. During the […]

Los Angeles is a youthful and energetic city filled with exciting famous landmarks locals and tourists from all around the world come to experience such as Mel’s Dinner, Hollywood Boulevard, Sony Picture Studios, Venice Beach, The Pantry, Santa Monica Pier, and the most famous hot dog joint in the world, Pink’s Hot Dogs. Pink’s Hot […]

The 24th Annual Trolley Run, benefiting the Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired, will be held this Sunday April 29th. The run will begin at 7:30 a.m. near 75th and Wornall in the Waldo area. The four mile run begins in Waldo and runs through Brookside ending in the Plaza. Transportation from the Plaza to […]

This year we have experienced above-normal temperatures and precipitation levels, creating ideal conditions for mosquitoes to hatch early and to be more prevalent than in years past. Pet owners in the Southeast, Midwest, and Eastern United States must be especially vigilant as their animals are in extreme danger of contracting heartworms. Approximately half of the […]

What’s the link between holistic family health and the type of brain that the speakers say has a tendency to “deny science and reality”? Check out the free lecture at UC Davis in the Sacramento-Davis regional area on why they (Republicans) deny science, holistic health, and reality. What’s junk science and what’s realistic science? What […]

In the 2006 film adaptation of Laurence Sterne’s idiosyncratic novel, actor/comedian Steve Coogan points out that Tristram Shandy “was a post-modern classic before there was a modernism to be post about.” Indeed, “The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman” is such an unconventional novel, with such a feeble observance of fundamental things like plot […]

“The Raven”, starring Chicago’s very own John Cusack as Edgar Allan Poe, opens this weekend, and your humble Horror Movie Examiner will review the new thriller then. If you too are looking forward to seeing Poe on the big screen, might I refer you to some previous fare that may whet your appetite, or perhaps […]

Henry was excited about having spaghetti for dinner. He brought his bowl of noodles and sauce to the table just as his father removed the garlic bread from the oven and brought the pan of hot, pungent baked deliciousness to the table, placing a piece on each plate next to the bowls of meat sauce-laden […]

Who is this “Prince Charming”? Have women fallen into believing this concept of the fairytale hero when it comes to dating and relationships? What happens when women have this idea in their minds about what a guy is “supposed” to do but disappointment comes when he doesn’t do something on the “list”? Do women miss […]

A winter in north central Indiana can mean short days and long nights, cold temperatures and ice or snow. Need a place to get away, but don’t have a passport? Or maybe no vacation time? Disney’s Old Key West Resort may be just the place for a tropical weekend getaway without leaving the United States. […]

In an effort to try and prevent a war the commander of the Iranian Army Major General Ataollah Salehi warned the US naval forces not to approach the “red zones” announced by the Iranian armed forces. ZONES OF THREAT “We have warned them (foreign naval forces) before that some areas in the Persian Gulf are […]

Lee Hirsch’s documentary “Bully” is probably going to make you mad. Hopefully it will make you mad as hell and determined not to take it anymore. In any event, Hirsch’s movie pulls no punches as it delves into a very real and widespread problem. “Bully” is essentially character-driven, following three different kids in different parts […]

There will be a lot of red cards shown at Sporting Kansas City’s match versus the LA Galaxy Saturday. Around 20,000 red cards to be specific. The crowd at this sold-out standing-room only match will received red cards as part of the Show Racism the Red Cards effort. “Red Card for Racism spawned out of […]

Dallas Startup Business is a division of nextooze.com that provides tips on starting and maintaining a business in today’s economy. CEO Sherrell Valdezloqui gives insight on how she started a business while trusting and believing in God. Sherrell Valdezloqui is a 27 year old author, internet radio host and CEO of Promoting Purpose Magazine, which […]

March 29, 2012 A Transportation Security Administration manager at Dulles International Airport has been arrested for allegedly running a prostitution ring out of a D.C. area hotel. According to court documents in the case, Bryant Jermaine Livingston, 39, of Manassas,Virginia was arrested at Dulles International Airport on March 16, where he worked as a TSA […]

Many reviewers seemed to agree with the title of this article. Many of these same reviewers didn’t get their reviews out until the day of. This article is in no way a review, as its impossible for me to find any positives in this game, besides the player models. I had this game preordered from […]

Toronto boasts a population of 2.5 million people, and it’s likely a great number of them are single. In the world of dating, men and women are constantly trying to out think, out play and out last each other. There’s a strategy to getting what you want from your person of interest – at least […]

By: Lori T. Williams, Owner/Managing Attorney, Your Legal Resource, PLLC What happens when old law intersects with new technology? Sometimes the laws need to be modified because they no longer make sense. That’s the case with social media and the Stored Communications Act, a statute enacted in 1986, before the internet, email, and social media […]

The Arrival April 19th has arrived and the matron goddess of love that April was named after sashays in at exactly 9:12 AM PDT. This ingress of the sun happens while fairly close with the Moon, Mercury and Uranus in Aries. Look at it as all of the love, joy and beauty arriving on Aries’ […]

Companionship … sex … romance … have it all! Narative accounts from older couples describing their relationships now and in the beginning. From the book “Sex In The Golden Years – the best sex ever!” Mr. and Mrs. C.J. are both in their late 60s and have been married for 47 years. “Our sex has […]

Watch any television show that is devoted to the young and tragically hip and chances are you will see somebody in some sort of Undefeated apparel. For years, the Undefeated brand has been like that indie band that is beloved by fans and critics and is constantly on the cusp of becoming mainstream, but has […]

PHILADELPHIA – A good time was had by all last night in Opa, a Greek restaurant at 1311 Sansom Street in Center City Philadelphia. Exquisite Greek delight flowed from the kitchen and libations flowed from the central bar staffed, in part, by local celebrities. This was Celebrity Bartender Night, a preview gathering to promote the […]

Looking for a special dessert to make for an adults only St. Patrick’s Day party? Then consider making a batch of Guinness, Bailey’s, and Jameson Whiskey Cupcakes for your guests. What may at first seem to be an unlikely cupcake flavor turns out to be a real treat indeed! You can definitely taste all the […]

Upcoming special needs events in Hampton Roads: Event: Autism: The Real World When: April 24th 7 to 9 PM Cost: Free What: People on the autism spectrum sharing stories and insights into life with autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. Event provided by the Autism Society, Tidewater Chapter Where: Endependence Center, 6300 East Virginia Beach Boulevard Norfolk, […]

Trayvon Martin was not shot by an evil white supremacist who wants to reinstitute slavery. He was shot by an honorable brown Hispanic man who was just trying to protect his community. But alas, Zimmerman has not been the beneficiary of reciprocity. In a diverse neighborhood where absolutely no one trusts each other, Zimmerman is […]

Among the suburban status quo of stucco architecture, of sameness, stands an almost completed and handsome dwelling on Livorna Road in Alamo, California. With rear sector curved roof puffed out like a ship’s inflated sail, and fronted by multi-angled shared roofing, this 5000 square foot structure begs you to come take a look-see. Constructed on […]

Environmental pollutants contribute to childhood obesity even before the baby is born. Air pollution plays a role, not only nutrition or lack of exercise. Childhood obesity has been linked to prenatal exposure to air pollution such as living near a freeway or busy street or frequently driving in heavy traffic. Children’s weight can be affected […]

In April, Chevrolet and GMC dealers in Phoenix will begin taking orders for 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD trucks that can burn both gasoline and compressed natural gas (CNG). The trucks equipped with a 6.0 liter Vortec V8 engine have two separate fuel systems that can make the transition from one fuel […]

Food Network star Giada De Laurentiis is around delicious food all day long, but maintains her toned size-two physique, thanks to a portion-controlled diet and daily workout. “That’s the No. 1 question [people ask me: ‘How do you eat great food all day and stay slim?’] and the answer is, I eat a little bit […]

Eden Cottages is a gem within the coconut groves at the northern end of the tiny atoll, Gili Trawangan, off the coast of Lombok, Indonesia. This new property has just six cottages built on either side of a small, but refreshing, salt water pool. The bathroom has fresh-water showers, an important consideration on an island […]

A few weeks ago I was contacted by a marketing firm representing Colgate-Palmolive to try their new body wash. Irish Spring Clean & Fresh Skin body wash boasts it is “the first mass male body wash to treat and help prevent breakouts with 2% Salicylic Acid, the leading acne-fighting ingredient.” I gave it a try, […]

Don’t forget to attend free seminar at Pasquesi Home and Gardens Lake Bluff store Saturday, April 21, featuring Melinda Myers. The nationally known gardening expert and author will be hosting the seminar from 11 am to 12 pm, followed by Q & A from 12 pm to 1 pm covering any of your gardening questions. […]

On February 26, 2012, 17-year-old Trayvon Martin was shot and killed by George Zimmerman while walking back from a convenience store in Sanford, Fl., where he purchased a pack of Skittles candy and iced tea. Yesterday, April 10, 2012, the two attorneys representing George Zimmerman held a press conference to announce that they would no […]

By Kathy M. Newbern © 2012Part 1 in a Series Granted, inaugurals are exciting. But even experienced travel writers, travel agents, and other VIPs and special guests on board the gleaming new Disney Fantasy were excited to witness her meeting her sister ship, the one-year-old Disney Dream, for the first time at sea. And what […]

UFC 145 took place on April 21st in Atlanta, Georgia and was headlined by the light heavyweight championship fight between Rashad Evans and current champion Jon Jones. The event featured twelve fights, six prelims and six on the main card. Two of the prelims streamed live on facebook while the other four took place on […]

While accompanying my aging father on a recent flight from Phoenix AZ to Seattle WA, I witnessed the chaos at the TSA security screening. As he patiently waited in line while leaning on his walker he prepared for the inevitable pat-down search. After removing his suspenders, emptying all pockets, removing shoes and jacket, he was […]

After an exciting Thursday of large-school semifinals at the Target Center, the small schools get their chance to play on the Timberwolves’ home floor on Friday as the 100th Minnesota Boys State Basketball Tournament continues. Class 1A takes to the floor in the afternoon at noon and 2pm; the Class 2A semifinalists get the evening […]

Those Americans who have been able to pry themselves away from their video games, their satellite television and their sports obsessions have probably heard the tragic story Trayvon Martin’s death. This young African-American was allegedly unarmed when he was shot by Hispanic, George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watchman. An FBI investigation is currently being conducted to […]

I’m so inspired by all the thrifters and DIYers out there that can transform ugly ducklings into beautiful works of art. I have to be honest, I’ve never been big on that kind of design. I remember when I first started my staging business and someone talked about how they turned their ice chest into […]

In Chicago, artists can convert pennies into art exhibits. (The procedure does not involve alchemy.) The key is to make pennies the primary focus of art exhibits and/or artworks. (If you thought that you could produce artworks suitable for display in art galleries by spending only pennies on materials, think again; you are in error. […]

Today’s hot topic in Philly is all about the green ‘M’ and the orange ‘F’ which marks the gender of Septa weekly and monthly transpass holders. According to Philadelphia Weekly’s Randy Lobasso, the GM of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority has agreed to remove the gender identifiers from transpasses sometime next year. This push for […]

This is a story about kindness in its simplest form. How often do you go the extra yard to do something nice for someone, perhaps for a perfect stranger? Performing an act of kindness for another without expecting anything in return can yield an exhiliarating feeling of goodwill for yourself and for the person(s) on […]

The article in USA Today features a picture of a proud, dignified and respectable Hispanic man in suit and tie, a twenty five year old Tampa Bay resident who was brought to this country when he was just a little boy of nine. His family entered this country legally, on tourist visas. In this particular […]

Immediately after his appearance at today’s final press conference in Las Vegas ahead of his April 14th bout with Richard Abril, former lightweight champion Brandon Rios immediately made a run to the nearby Top Rank Gym to get in a workout. Rios faces off with brash Cuban Richard Abril inside of the Mandalay Bay on […]

Gwinnett goaltender Jeff Jakaitis and head coach John Wroblewski have been named to the 2011-2012 All-ECHL First Team. Jakaitis posted a 17-6-2 record in 26 starts this season with Gwinnett, including setting a team record for most shutouts in one season (5). The Minnesota native finished the season ranked second among ECHL goalies with a […]

The SNY Play Ball program presented by Citi were at Dyckman Fields at Inwood Hill Park on Wednesday, for a very special Grant Dedication Ceremony to the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights at Inwood. As the youth baseball league was one of the eight to receive vital funds through the Play Ball initiative. “It […]