Downton Abbey Season 3 Premiere: America Is Ready For More British Grandeur
Sarah Swong in Culture 5 months ago
Downton Abbey, the British period drama, will have its third season premiere on Sunday. British high society and Downton's unique twists underlie the TV show's popularity.
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Congressional Election Results: Record Wins for Women in House and Senate
Sarah Swong in Politics 6 months ago
With 18 women running for Senate and 166 for the House, the next Congress may see huge gains for female politicians. See this live blog for updates on the women's senatorial election 2012.
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Who Won the Presidential Debate: Full Presidential Debate Recap And YouTube Video
Sarah Swong in Politics 7 months ago
Obama and Romney will face off in round two on domestic and foreign policy. Both need to bring their A-game to this more unpredictable debate style and more hands-on moderator.
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Free Plan B in NYC Schools: Despite Controversy, A Step in the Right Direction
Sarah Swong in Politics 8 months ago
While NYC has made birth control more accessible to teens, another report about American women's misconceptions about pregnancy reminds us that resources need to be paired with proper education.
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Muslim Hip Hop Artist Brother Ali Album Review: Mourning in America and Dreaming in Color, Critiques America Today
Sarah Swong in Culture 8 months ago
White, Midwestern, Muslim hip-hop artist Brother Ali released his new album on Tuesday. The politically charged album critiques the U.S., but offers an optimistic view for the future.
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14 Olympic Sports You Do Not Watch, But Should
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
As Michael Phelps barely classifies for the next round of swimming competitions, a refreshing look at some underrated but awesome Olympic disciplines.
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Opening Ceremony London 2012: From James Bond to the Olympic Flame, 12 Reasons to Be Excited
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Here are the 12 exciting things to look out for at the opening ceremonies on Friday night.
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Anti Gay Companies: Chick Fil A Stance is Honest, But Bad For Business
Sarah Swong in Politics 10 months ago
Chick-fil-A, the anti-gay fast food chain, is the only honest business out there.
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Facebook Earnings: (FB) Stock Getting Hammered
Sarah Swong in Business 10 months ago
Facebook will announce its first earnings report since going public. With Zynga plummeting, Facebook's prospects may disappoint investors.
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Kim Jong Un Wife is Ri Sol Ju: 10 Other Wives of Famous Dictators
Sarah Swong in World 10 months ago
North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un is officially married to Ri Sol-ju. Here are 10 of the most fascinating wives of famous modern dictators.
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Kim Jong Un Wife is Ri Sol Ju: 9 Hilarious Tweets About the North Korean Marriage
Sarah Swong in World 10 months ago
North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has announced that he has married Ri Sol-Ju, the mystery woman he's been seen with over the past few weeks. Here are the best tweets ever about their marriage.
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Facebook (FB) Stock Woes: FB Looks Overseas For Profit
Sarah Swong in Business 10 months ago
Facebook announced that it will open a new engineering office in London to focus on mobile phone development right before it announces its first earnings as a public company.
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Ryan Gosling the Latest Victim in James Eagan Holmes Shooting
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
In response to the real-life tragedy of the Colorado shooting, "Gangster Squad" will no longer include a scene of a movie theater shooting. The producers don't have to do this.
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Amy Winehouse Songs Live On, One Year After Her Death
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Amy Winehouse, who died a year ago from Monday, has lived on.
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How Daniel Radcliffe Turned From Harry Potter Star to Serious Actor
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Daniel Radcliffe, who turned 23 on Monday, has forever changed our understanding of Harry Potter and has begun a serious acting career.
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Dark Knight Rises Shooting: James Holmes Movie Theater Tragedy Mirrors Batman and Bane
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
'The Dark Knight Rises' shooting tragedy has shocked everyone. Was it possible that the shooter was saying something about the Nolan film itself?
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Macklemore and Ryan Lewis New Song Same Love Takes Homophobia Out of Hip Hop
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Following the coming out of hip-hop artist Frank Ocean, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis has released a new rap song to fight for marriage equality. It's awesome.
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Bain Capital Attack Ads: 5 Millennials Discuss Whether the Obama Strategy is Working
Sarah Swong in Politics 10 months ago
Are the Obama campaign's attack ads against Mitt Romney's record at Bain Capital working? Should he continue the negative campaign?
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Huma Abedin: The Newest Political Superstar, Despite Michele Bachmann Attacks
Sarah Swong in Politics 10 months ago
Huma Abedin, who has faced false accusations of links to Muslim extremists, is coming into the light as America's next rising star politician.
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44 Photos That Prove Obama's Got This Election in the Bag
Sarah Swong in Politics 10 months ago
These photos have already decided the election...
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Finding Nemo 2 Release Date: Fans Hope Ellen DeGeneres to Play Dory
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
News was slow today. But the entertainment world announced five things that are major wins. Any takers for Coachella at sea? Or the new Bob Dylan album?
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Aung San Suu Kyi and Obama Burma Policy a Failure
Sarah Swong in Politics 10 months ago
Reports remind us that Romney outsourced Olympic uniforms to Burma in the 2002 Winter Olympics. While it's negative press, Romney could take advantage of the spotlight in two ways.
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Emma Watson Grows Up: How the Young Actress Went from Hermione Granger to Hollywood It Girl
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Emma Watson, starring in 'Perks of Being a Wallflower' and 'Noah', is an icon for the women of our generation.
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Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber are the Highest Paid Celebrities Under 30
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Forbes has revealed the highest-paid celebrities under 30. While initially the list seems to reflect dramatic changes in pop culture, it actually doesn't.
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70 Reasons Harrison Ford Is Still a Total Badass
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
As he turns 70 today, Harrison Ford proves age is nothing but a number.
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Magic Mike Sequel: Channing Tatum Dishes Details for Magic Mike 2 [SPOILER ALERT]
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
If Channing Tatum says it's true then it must be true ... right?
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Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary: The Beatles, The Beach Boys and the 8 Most Influential Bands of the 1960's
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
The Rolling Stones, known for bringing the "edge" back to rock 'n' roll, turned 50 on Thursday. What are the other 8 most influential bands in rock history?
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Happy Birthday Bill Cosby: The 15 Wackiest Sweaters from Heathcliff Huxtable
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Bill Cosby is known for many things, including his insane sweaters.
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7-11 Free Slurpee Day 2012: What the Rise and Fall of the Slurpee Says About America vs. China
Sarah Swong in World 10 months ago
On its 85th birthday, 7-11 is giving away free slurpees, but while the company is on the rise in Asia, Americans are no longer flocking to the country's most famous convenience store.
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50 Shades of Grey Movie: Angelina Jolie, Channing Tatum, and 11 Other Potential Directors
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
With producers from The Social Network, 50 Shades of Grey may actually be a quality film. Who will direct the movie, and ultimately determine whether it becomes an Academy Award winner?
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Dark Knight Rises Movie: 5 Problems With the Hans Zimmer Batman Soundtrack
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
The film score to the Dark Knight Rises has just been released. While some tracks are creative and inspiring, most of Hans Zimmer's soundtrack reflects problems often present in his work.
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Disney Characters Perform for North Korean Leader Kim Jong-Un
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Kim Jong-Un recently held a performance that featured Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, and other Disney characters. While some see Disney as a positive influence, we forget how similar they are.
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50 Shades of Grey Movie and Musical Now a Reality
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
50 Shades of Grey has become a musical. And it has some pretty hilarious insights on the types of people who love the book.
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Political Animals Season Premiere, Trailer, and Why Sigourney Weaver is an Awesome Hillary Clinton
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Political Animals offers a more complex portrait of the relationship between politics and the media and public and private life.
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Kourtney Kardashian Baby Girl: 19 Most Outrageous Celebrity Baby Names
Sarah Swong in Culture 10 months ago
Kourtney Kardashian's baby girl is named Penelope. Not every celebrity has played it so safe.
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16 Adorable Animals Show You How To Keep Cool In Record-Breaking Heat
Sarah Swong in Millennials 10 months ago
With a record-breaking heatwave coming this weekend, you'd be wise to learn from these animals how to keep cool.
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What Does the Cast of Ocean's 11 Think of Obama?
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Brad Pitt's mom is anti-gay marriage and pro-Romney. What are the political views of the Ocean's 11 cast?
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Comic Con 2012 LIVE: Schedule, Events, Trailers Halo 4, Iron Man 3, and More
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Here's what to check out at Comic-Con 2012, whether you love movies, TV, Ray Bradbury, or Larry King.
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Carly Rae Jepsen New Song is the Hit of the Summer
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Carly Rae Jepsen is taking over America this summer. Here's a look at what dominated the summers charts since 2000, and how the music industry has evolved over the last decade.
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Mitt Romney VP Pick Will Not Be A Woman
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
Ann Romney insists that Mitt Romney is considering a woman for VP. But this is likely not true.
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New AIDS Test Allows You to Test For HIV At Home
Sarah Swong in Science 11 months ago
The FDA approved a rapid, at-home HIV test on Tuesday, marking a crucial move to prevent the spread of AIDS.
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Ron Paul Supporters Celebrate Liberty (Or Lack Thereof) on Independence Day
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
What do Ron Paul and Mussolini have in common?
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Happy Independence Day: How 15 Different Countries Celebrate Their Independence
Sarah Swong in World 11 months ago
The U.S. isn't the only country to celebrate its independence with a bang. Here are 15 countries from around the world that honor liberty with festivals, music, and more.
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Andy Griffith TV Icon Dead at 86: The Andy Griffith Show, Star Trek, and the 9 Best Shows of the 1960s
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Andy Griffith, TV show legend, died at age 86 on Tuesday morning. In honor of his work, we take a look at 'The Andy Griffith Show' and 8 of the other best shows of the 1960's.
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The Dark Knight Rises Debunked: Batman Would Be Destroyed in Our Social Media World
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Created in the 1930s and 60s, Spiderman and Batman wouldn't survive our modern world.
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The Busy Trap: Why the Viral Article Does Not Apply to Young People
Sarah Swong in Millennials 11 months ago
A recent article on how the "busy trap" harms our lives misses a major point about millennials.
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Dark Knight Rises vs Amazing Spiderman: How They Stack Up, From Screenplays to Leading Ladies
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Would Spiderman or Batman win in a cage fight? Is Christopher Nolan or Marc Webb a better director?
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Ann Curry Top 9 Moments on NBC: Why It is a Mistake That She is Gone
Sarah Swong in Media & Tech 11 months ago
Ann Curry brought what a morning show badly needed.
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Lady Gaga New Song "Princess Die" Does Not Promote Suicide
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Lady Gaga's depressing new ballad has some people worried her suicidal message may influence her listeners. But the real cause of concern should be Gaga's views on romance.
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100 'Confidential' Postcards from Hillary Clinton
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
This week Hillary Clinton visited her 100th country setting a record for most countries visited as Secretary of State. Here's are the awesome thoughts she sent us from every country.
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Chris Brown Don't Wake Me Up, Deadmau5 The Veldt, and Best New Music This Week
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
This week's a big one in the music industry. With so many songs and albums debuting, here's a guide on what to listen to.
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10 Michael Jackson Impersonators Do Their Best to Mimic the King of Pop
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Everyone wants to be Michael Jackson, the late King of Pop. But who are the best impersonators? Here are the best professionals and non-professionals.
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Michael Jackson Death 3 Years Later: Justin Bieber May Be the Next King of Pop
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Michael Jackson died three years ago. While he had a controversial life, he revolutionized the entertainment industry and has no successor to the "King of Pop" title today.
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Euro 2012 Predictions: These 9 Animals Are Even Smarter Than the World Cup Octopus
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Inspired by Paul the Octopus in 2010, pigs, elephants, and other animals are predicting this year's Eurocup results. What kinds of college students would animals make?
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Ann Curry Is One of Them: 7 Reasons Why Asian Americans Are on the Rise
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
Asians are not only outpacing Hispanics as the largest immigrant group, but are also achieving greater economic prosperity and social assimilation.
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The Dark Knight Rises and Amazing Spiderman: What Batman and Spiderman Say About America
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Older Superheroes have reflected American values in politics, but modern heroes show a more personal side, paralleling the American psyche.
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New Woody Allen Film 'To Rome With Love': 9 Secrets to His Success
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
What makes a Woody Allen film so Woody Allen? Here are 9 common themes.
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The 1% Revealed: Just How Politically Powerful Are America's Super Rich?
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
Thought the 1% was bad? Check out this visualization of America's economic power inequality in political campaigns.
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Must Read Books 2012: JK Rowling, Toni Morrison Round Out the Top 15
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Toni Morrison, JK Rowling, and David Maraniss' Barack Obama biography round out the top 15.
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Twilight Breaking Dawn – Part 2 Trailer Looks Awesome
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
The latest 'Twilight: Breaking Dawn - Part 2' trailer makes the final installment of the vampire saga the most epic.
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First Day of Summer Check List: 20 Best Things to Do This Summer
Sarah Swong in Millennials 11 months ago
Today is the official first day of summer. Here are 20 ways to make sure that summer 2012 is the best summer ever.
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Marco Rubio For VP: Why Romney Should Pick Him
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
It looks like Romney has not been taking Marco Rubio seriously as a VP. While Rubio is not perfect, the utter lack of consideration reflects some misunderstanding about what Romney needs to win.
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Happy Birthday, Paul McCartney: The Beatles' Legendary Lead Singer Turns 70
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Paul McCartney turned 70 on Monday. His energy, creativity, and prolific output has made him the most successful post-Beatles member today, and he embodies all that makes the Beatles so enduring.
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Fathers Day Quotes: 11 Children Share Real-Life Lessons From Their Fathers
Sarah Swong in Millennials 11 months ago
In honor of Father's Day, these 11 millennials share the real lessons that their fathers have taught them along the way.
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Obama Immigration Reform Will Win Obama the Hispanic Vote
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
President Obama was right by halting the deportations of young undocumented immigrants who were brought to the U.S. against their will and through not fault of their own.
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Facebook (FB) Stock Turnaround: Facebook Finishes Up 4.4 Percent for the Week
Sarah Swong in Business 11 months ago
While the Facebook stock has suffered a 26% loss overall, it is poised to see its first weekly gain since its IPO last month.
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Fathers Day 2012: Obama on Father's Day and 3 Things You Didn't Know About Presidential Daughters
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
In light of Father's Day, the White House has reminded us that Obama has two daughters. What are the roles of First Daughters? Here are three trends that hint at Sasha and Malia's future.
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Jimmy Fallon New Album 'Blow Your Pants Off' Shows What Makes Music So Funny
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Jimmy Fallon just released an album of comedic music on Tuesday. He shows that music is another tool for humor, as it gives another chance to reframe jokes or exaggerate humorous techniques.
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Magic Mike Matthew McConaughey Strip Scene: How Modern Movies Objectify Men
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
'Magic Mike' a movie about male strippers is set for release this June. Although we are objectifying men, it's different than when we objectify women.
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Tired of Justin Bieber and Techno Music? Here Are 7 Ways to Enjoy Classical Music in This Modern Age
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Want to understand classical music, the greatest art form known to humankind? Here are 7 practical ways to begin enjoying classical music.
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Gabrielle Giffords Arizona Election: Gun Control, Immigration and 7 Things to Know About the Special Election
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
On Tuesday night, Arizonans will vote to fill Rep. Gabrielle Giffords' seat. Giffords stepped down earlier this year to recover from a gunshot wound. Here are 7 things to know about the election.
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Arizona Election Results: Gabby Giffords Election Should Be a Reminder For Stricter Gun Controls in the U.S.
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
As the special election for Gabby Giffords' vacant seat in the House is set for Tuesday night, politicians seem to have ignored the reason for her absence - unrestricted access to guns.
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Matthew McConaughey Marries Camila Alves, But Will it Fail Like Every Other Celebrity Marriage?
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Celebrity marriages seem to fail more often than ours. McConaughey and Alves may prove the latest in a long list of celebrity marriages that collapse under the public spotlight.
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Zombie Apocalypse Meets Miley Cyrus: The Sex Appeal of Zombies and Vampires
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Zombies and vampires, undead creatures, have always reflected our fear of death. Recently, Hollywood has sexualized vampires. Are zombies next?
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Let Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth Get Married in Peace Already
Sarah Swong in Millennials 11 months ago
Some older generation writers say that the 19-year old Cyrus is too young to get married. Are millennials changing their habits and views on marriage?
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Bonnaroo 2012: Watch LIVE Streaming of Phish, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Kurt Vile And the Violators
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
Live stream the Bonnaroo 2012 performances of Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Kurt Vile & The Violators among others right here all the way through Sunday night.
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Ray Bradbury, Farenheit 451 and Dandelion Wine Author, Warned Against Mass Media
Sarah Swong in Culture 11 months ago
The science fiction writer warned against an overly technological world that shuns literature. His message could not be more crucial to remember in our mass media society.
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Zombie Apocalypse 101: Bath Salts and 5 Other Insane Drugs That Make Users Crazy
Sarah Swong in Politics 11 months ago
Everything you need to know about bath salts and how they're tied into the recent Miami cannibalism attack.
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Transit of Venus Through the Ages: 9 Ways Venus Has Shaped Culture and Women
Sarah Swong in Culture 12 months ago
Venus has influenced cultural representations of women throughout history. Here are 9 ways.
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Lunar Venus Transit 2012 LIVE: Where to Watch, Weather Forecasts, What is the Venus Transit? [+ Video]
Sarah Swong in Science 12 months ago
Transits of Venus are some of the rarest celestial phenomena that can be predicted. Here's everything you need to know about Tuesday's Venus event.
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What is the Transit of Venus 2012?
Sarah Swong in Science 12 months ago
What is the transit of Venus? A once-in-our-lifetime event in which Venus waltzes across the Sun.
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Occupy Wall Street, Taxes, and Personal Finance: What Do Millennials Think About Money?
Sarah Swong in Millennials 12 months ago
Although millenials don't hesitate to criticize money in the public sphere, we still shy away from the subject in private. Why? Because we still care so much about it.
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Lunar Eclipse 2012 LIVE: Where to Watch the Transit of Venus [+ Video]
Sarah Swong in Science 12 months ago
Did last month’s solar eclipse event light up your interest in astronomy? If you’re as much of a astro geek as I am, then it’s time to get excited for Monday night.
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5 Reasons Why Cello Rock Has Gone Viral
Sarah Swong in Culture 12 months ago
Cello rock arrangements have gone viral this week and over the past year. Why is the cello so well-suited for badassery?
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Unemployment Up to 8.2%, How Will it Impact Obama and Romney?
Sarah Swong in Business 12 months ago
New jobs report is released.
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Queen's Jubilee 2012: Why Are Americans Obsessed With the British Monarchy?
Sarah Swong in World 12 months ago
The Queen's Jubilee highlights the great American paradox: Despite the seemingly anti-American values of the British monarchy, we are obsessed with the royal family.
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Ann Romney: Mitt Romney's Golden-Ticket to Winning the 2012 Presidential Election
Sarah Swong in Politics 12 months ago
Ann Romney has improved her husband's campaign through her personality, charity work, and personal strength. Such warmth is arguably the key to her husband's campaign this election.
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Yale Grad Marina Keegan Dies in Car Crash; Teaches Us How Not to Be Fearful
Sarah Swong in Millennials 12 months ago
The late Yale graduate Marina Keegan tells us not only how not to be lonely, but how not to be fearful.
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Michelle Obama Cookbook: Another Sign of the Limited Power of the First Lady
Sarah Swong in Politics 12 months ago
Michelle Obama's new book about the White House garden and her anti-obesity campaign will add to her popularity, but also reminds us of how limited first ladies can be in their statements.
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Obama or Romney? Univision Advises Candidates on How to Conquer the Latino Vote in 2012
Sarah Swong in Politics 12 months ago
Hispanics are politically engaged, fast-growing, and swing-voting. How can candidates better reach Latin American voters? Univision, the TV network, offers its marketing strategy.
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Mount Everest Deaths: Why Are We Addicted to Deadly Sports?
Sarah Swong in Culture 12 months ago
High traffic may have caused the death of four mountain climbers on Mount Everest. Evolution, youth, and the epic nature of the challenge may explain the popularity of extreme sports.
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From 'The Great Gatsby' to 'Men in Black III,' Why Does Hollywood Produce the Same Movies Over and Over?
Sarah Swong in Culture 12 months ago
We love movie remakes because they reinvent the past, giving a fresh take on an old story and reviving what has been dead and distant.
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Sarah Jessica Parker, George Clooney Fundraisers Are Only Obama Distractions
Sarah Swong in Politics 1 year ago
Celebrity fundraising dinners may not change the public's view on Obama's character overall, but they distract from real issues and focus more on the president's style than substance.
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Summer Reading 2012: 10 New Must-Read Books
Sarah Swong in Culture 1 year ago
School's almost out for summer, but that doesn't mean you should swear off books 'til September. Here are 10 new summer releases that definitely deserve a spot on your Kindle.
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Qatari Royal Family May Have Purchased Edvard Munch's 'The Scream'
Sarah Swong in Culture 1 year ago
The bidder who spent $119.7 million last week on Edvard Munch's "The Scream" is still anonymous, but rumors are swirling that the big buyer may be the Qatari royal family.
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Enemy Kitchen Food Truck Serves Iraqi Cuisine for Political Awareness
Sarah Swong in Science 1 year ago
In Chicago, an Iraqi food truck aims to start conversation about the Iraq War and its aftermaths in an artistic way.
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