August 15, 2011 Most guys don't take it as far as Jamey Johnson or Randy Houser (pictured with Kellie Pickler) but facial hair on men is becoming more popular than ever. Whether it's the economy or simply a change in style is anyone's guess but according to the Times of India the sales 0f mens grooming products are down 15% over the last year with razor sales down 7%.
August 13, 2011 Today, August 13, is International Lefthanders Day, a day to recognize the accomplishments of and annoyances unique to left handed people. Let's face it, it is a right-handed persons world with just every every device designed for people who write, throw, grasp and everything else you can think of right handed. There are a number of famous people who have overcome these difficulties to succeed in their chosen professions from politicians to athletes to singers and actors.
August 12, 2011 Obviously, the earth is not just standing still and climate change is a reality, as glacial ice continues to melt and break off. Maybe your vacation plans during the Frog Days of Summer don't include Alaska, but some tourists got an eyeful there earlier this week.
August 10, 2011 When I was in school (here I go sounding like grandpa) getting caught chewing gum in class was a punishable offense. Now, apparently, it has shown to be helpful to students doing math both in class and with homework. A FoxNews report says a study by Baylor College of Medicine found that students who chewed gum while working on math tests scored better than those who didn't.
August 8, 2011
Getting a tattoo has become more and more popular among both men and women. However one must be careful about what exactly that tattoo is lest it come back to haunt you. This is especially true when it comes to relationships. Several celebrities have gotten tattoos that they must surely have come to regret.
July 31, 2011
Bring the family, bring your money and, most of all, bring your appetite to this years New York State Fair. The Fair has announced that one of the newest food sensations, the Big Kahuna Donut Burger--all 1500 calories of it--will be available. Breakfast and lunch in one amazing serving! And just what does the Big Kahuna Burger consist of?
July 8, 2011 Happy joystick! Today is National Video Game Day, a day that we recognize the many contributions video games have made to our culture. Contributions such as...well...something to do on a rainy day. The evolution of video games has been nothing short of amazing from the days of Pac-Man and Super Mario Brothers to today's high tech and more complex diversions. Do you remember some of the popular sound effects associated with the early ones?
July 4, 2011 So what have you been up to this fourth of July weekend? Out in Fremont Washington near Seattle the third annual "Zombie Walk" was held yesterday in an attempt to set a new Guiness World Record. And it did. Some 4522 "zombies" gathered to break the previous mark of 4093. Check out some of participants.
July 1, 2011 It was 1956 and Elvis Presley was the hottest new singer in America. His combination of country, blues and rock and roll along with an expressive way of presenting it on stage had captivated a nation. TV host Steve Allen was not a fan. After signing Elvis to appear on his highly rated show he insisted that Elvis not only tone down his presentation but perform his new song "Hound Dog" in a most unusual manner.
July 1, 2011 Luke Bryan may want to let someone else do the cooking from now on. He was slicing onions making something delicious for his band when, according to his latest LBTV episode, he sliced his pinky finger. No big deal you say? Oh yes it is! Especially when you have to play the guitar for your show the next night. So what did he do?
June 30, 2011 We've heard of all kinds of airport delays, weather, security breaches, maintenance problems among the most common. But how about turtles on the runway? Apparently this caused quite a problem at New York's JFK airport recently. Check out this hilarious conversation between air traffic controllers and the pilots trying to avoid the slow moving reptiles.
June 30, 2011 I've seen duct tape used for a lot of things, keeping car parts attached, covering holes in screen doors and rolled up to remove pet hair from clothing. But according to a report in the Chicago Tribune researchers believe the handy sticky stuff can even help prevent the spread of infections in hospitals.
