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Posted: 4:53 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012
- Kobe and Vanessa Bryant have reconciled.
- 12 million people watched The Voice on Monday.
- Simon Cowell has launched his own line of Sony Headphones. They cost $299.
- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers is selling a special beer milkshake made with Samuel Adams Octoberfest, soft serve vanilla ice cream, vanilla syrup and caramel.
An Apple A Day: Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 5 today. It's expected to have a 4-inch screen instead of a 3.5 incher. Apple could sell as many as 10 million iPhones in the first 10 days and as many as 50 million in the holiday quarter
Jessica Simpson was nicknamed 'Octomom' during her pregnancy. She says, “I got accused of having quadruplets, I got called Octomom; a lot of people put pressure on me while I was pregnant, but I was so excited having Maxwell in my belly I didn’t pay much attention.”
Julianne Hough says her first date with Ryan Seacrest was like a job interview. "I was reluctant to date Ryan because he is such an influential guy, and what if it didn't work out? Our first date, I was so nervous that I just sat there and interviewed him with questions like, 'Are you loyal?' and 'Are you close to your family?'"
11 Things To Do With Your Old iPhone from msn.com
1. Give it to your kids so they stop taking yours.
2. ...or to your mom so she can finally see the light
3. Use it as a teeny-tiny iPad
4. Donate to charity
5. Alarm Clock
6. Sell, sell, sell!
7. Trade in at GameStop
8. Stream music from it
9. Keep as a backup in case you lose your fancy new one
10. Use as a camera
11. Recycle with Apple
Forgive and Forget
A new survey published in The Daily Mail reveals that 53% of women would forgive their partner for cheating as long as that cheating was a one-time thing and didn't involve a prolonged affair. Other findings:
- only 13% of men would forgive their partner for cheating
- 89% of people say unfaithfulness is the most difficult problem to recover from in a relationship
- 38% of all current relationships have endured some kind of infidelity
Big Bully
A BBC study reveals that one in seven workers has been bullied. Other findings:
- men were more likely than women to be bullied, with 45-54 year-olds being the biggest victims
- 14% of employees say they have been bullied in their current job.
- workers earning under $40,000 a year reported much less bullying than those paid up to $120,000 a year
Dr. Oz's Healthiest Superfoods -- How Many Are In Your Shopping Cart from ivillage.com
Supermarket Staple #1: Tree Fruits (Apples, Pears)
Why It's a Must Have: White fleshed fruits and veggies (such as apples and pears) have been shown to help reduce heart disease even more than their colored counterparts. Apples are also rich in quercetin, a flavonoid with strong anti-inflammatory properties. The pectin found in the skin and the anti-aging polyphenols in apples help reduce artery and cell damage, and their fiber has also been linked with reduction of LDL-cholesterol and body weight. In fact, one Brazilian study published in the journal Nutrition found that women who ate three apples or three pears a day lost significantly more weight than those that ate the same amount of calories, but didn’t consume the fruits.
Budget Bonus: Shop for produce on a Tuesday or Wednesday, when it is more likely to have just arrived, instead of waiting until the weekend. Most markets receive deliveries during the week, and fruits and veggies that have just made it to the store means they be more likely to stay fresher longer (and get eaten, not wasted) at home. And if you can, buy local apples at your farmer’s market in the spring, summer, and fall to cut costs and improve their nutritional value. Local fruits and vegetables are picked and sold immediately, helping them retain their nutrient level.
Supermarket Staple #2: Citrus Fruits (Oranges, Lemons, Limes)
Why It's a Must Have: Citrus fruits are a great source of vitamin C. One German study found that vitamin C helps reduce stress levels and return blood pressure and the stress hormone cortisol to normal levels after a stressful situation – which may help prevent chronic stress and decrease body fat storage in the abdomen. Eating 2-4 servings of fruit (including at least one serving of a citrus fruit) per day to reap their nutritional benefits. And, if weight loss is your goal, you may want to focus on grapefruit -- one 2004 study conducted by the Nutrition and Metabolic Research Center at Scripps Clinic, found that subjects who ate half a grapefruit before each meal lost an average of 3.6 pounds over 12 weeks (some even lost more than 10 pounds), without making any other dietary changes.
Budget Bonus: Skip fresh fruit when it’s out of season (in the US, citrus is typically in season from late fall and through winter) since fruits have to travel further during off-season. In off-season, reach for canned citrus fruit in its own juice or flash frozen citrus.
Supermarket Staple #3: Stone Fruits (Peaches, Plums, Apricots, Cherries, Tangerines)
Why It's a Must Have: This (mostly) sweet group of fruits is a delicious way to eat your vitamins and fiber. Tart cherries in particular, are an anti-inflammatory powerhouse that recent studies have shown offers greater results for gout-related pain reduction than for prescription drugs. They contain an intense amount of the antioxidants; the anthocyanins responsible for their bright red pigment are also good sources of Vitamin A, making them helpers for eye health as well. They also help reduce heart disease risk, lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, blood lipids, and may reduce risk for type 2 diabetes.
Budget Bonus: Stone fruits are summer season fruits, so it’s best to buy them fresh when they are least expensive, and most plentiful locally, during the warmer months (check out the free app Locavore for help finding local, in-season produce). Skip the pricier imports and buy frozen varieties (sans added sugars and syrups) instead when they aren’t in season.
Supermarket Staple #4. Bananas
Why It's a Must Have: Bananas are often mislabeled as a ‘fattening fruit’ but don’t believe that erroneous myth. Not only are these fat-free, 100-calorie fruits easy to eat on the go, but they are a good source of vitamins A and C, fiber and potassium – which could help slim you down. “Bananas are a fantastic source of potassium, which can help reduce blood pressure and prevent water retention.
Budget Bonus: Good news – you can skip the organic versions of this fruit without worry. “Bananas are one of the least ‘dirty’ fruits. Save even more money by purchasing bananas that are still slightly green, since they will last longer.
Supermarket Staple #5: Grapes
Why It's a Must Have: Swap out your candy bowl for a bunch of healthy, naturally sweet grapes. This water rich fruit makes a great energy-boosting snack that can also help to reduce inflammation, which may lower your heart disease risk and even reduce arthritis pain. Grapes contain high levels of anthocyanins, flavonoids and resveratrol, all of which aid the heart in the task of pumping blood to the brain and other organs resulting in an energy boost.
Budget Bonus: Save by buying grapes in season (while it depends on the variety, most grapes grown in the US arrive from California, where they are in season from late June to December), and reaching for raisins during off-season. Raisins have all the same great benefits [of grapes] and contain no added sugars.
Supermarket Staple #6: Melons
Why It's a Must Have: Antioxidant rich melon fruits may help promote weight loss. Melons are very rich in vitamin C, which studies have shown helps to prevent stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline from peaking. Since stress hormones store more fat, especially in the abdomen, eating foods rich in vitamin C may help to shed unhealthy visceral (belly) fat. And, if you like watermelon, eat up! It may help you reduce your body fat faster. According to one 2011 study published in the Journal of Nutrition, daily supplementation of the amino acid arginine (found in watermelon) helped laboratory mice lose 64% more body fat over three months.
Budget Bonus: Steer clear of the pre-cut containers of melons that can cost up to three times as much and stick with in season melons instead. Not sure how to tell if they’re ripe? Give them a good squeeze – a ripe melon shouldn’t feel like concrete, but shouldn’t be too squishy either. And watermelon? Give it a little knock – a ripe one should sound hollow.
Supermarket Staple #7: Greens (Romaine, Arugula, Iceberg, Cabbage, Collards, Turnip Greens, Mustard Greens, Swiss Chard)
Why It's a Must Have: Greens contain a variety of antioxidants and phytochemicals that help your body stay healthy. Swiss chard, for example, is a magnesium powerhouse that can help boost your energy level and has been shown to reduce depression. And just one cup of raw collard greens meets half of your recommended daily dose of vitamin C. All leafy greens are must-haves for their low-calorie, nutrient-dense contribution to any meal plan for healthy living.
Budget Bonus: Buy leafy greens fresh in loose bunches as the cut, packaged options cost up to $2-3 more. Frozen greens are acceptable for same nutrition but avoid canned or ‘seasoned’ varieties as they are usually not only more expensive, but high in sodium.
Supermarket Staple #8: Baby Carrots
Why It's a Must Have: These portable, prepped and easy to eat veggies are rich in carotenoids, which are great for eye and heart health. And you can maximize the absorption of their nutrients by eating them with a healthy fat, such as hummus or peanut butter (both also on this grocery list).
Budget Bonus: Something to chew on: while baby carrots may be a bit pricier than regular carrots, you may be more likely to eat them since they don’t have to be prepared before eating. And they are still cheaper (and much better for your health and waistline) than that bag of chips.
Got Milk: A beauty contest for cows was recently held in China. 200 holsteins entered and were judged on milk quality, appearance and pedigree. The winning cow took home $7,900.
The Sun claims George Clooney and Stacey Keibler have split up. A source says, “She said George wants to be on his own again and has no intention of getting married. Stacy hoped they would be together long-term. It was a big breakthrough to spend time with his parents. But over the last few weeks George has pulled away from her.”
George's rep says, "A story published by a London tabloid, The Sun, concerning George Clooney and Stacy Keibler is not true. Total fabrication designed to sell newspapers"
Charlie Sheen recently destroyed his iPad. He says, "The last time I got really angry) was about a week ago. I am mad at some of the Apple products. OK, all of them. Let's face it - (Apple boss) Steve Jobs was a genius and he changed the world for ever and for the better, I think... (But) the fact you can't share music between devices and have to go through this central hub makes me very angry. So I took my iPad and I flung it - I didn't know how aerodynamic it was: you can use it as a weapon. I looked over and the whole thing was sticking out of the wall. The good news for Apple is that it worked perfectly afterwards."
Chelsea Handler was bitten by a sea lion. She says, This summer, after recovering from my ACL surgery, I managed to sustain only one other bodily injury/ I was innocently paddle boarding in the Pacific when suddenly a rogue sea lion leaped up and viciously attacked my leg. I fell off my paddle board and I saw a sea lion who was following me out. I was with some friends and I left them. I don't know where they went, but anyway, a sea lion came around, looked me in the face and I thought, 'F-ck!' I'm like, 'I know I'm going to get bitten by a sea lion!' Of course I would! Who else would get attacked? I just remember from being on safari the guy was like, 'Just make loud noises.' So I'm in the water with one arm in the paddle board and I [squawked] and it worked!"
Kris Jenner never trashed Honey Boo Boo. She says, "I would never criticize her, because I don't even really know who Honey Boo Boo is. I've never seen the show.''
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart recently met. A source tells OK magazine, ''They had a sit-down meeting with all their reps and lawyers last month. Kristen tried to speak to Rob but he ignored her, then one of his people stepped in and blocked her from trying again. She started yelling, saying he was being ridiculous, but he just looked at her like she was crazy. The last time they spoke Kristen made the fatal error of asking about his nights out with Katy and some of the other women he’s close to.”
Cameron Diaz is releasing a nutrition book. A source says, "She wants to stop their fixation on being thin, and for teenage girls to understand that being healthy is more important. She wants to use her celebrity to make a difference. She knows she is a role model to girls and she really wants to use that position to do good. This book is not about weight, it's about making the right choices. This book isn't about her. And it's not a diet of any kind. Of course, it's her own journey that has helped her realize what's important, but she wants the book to appeal to everyone, and not just be about her own food choices."
Anna Pacquin had twins. Her rep says, ''We can confirm Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer recently welcomed their twins into the world. The babies were born a few weeks early, but are in good health and mom and dad are overjoyed.''
The Bakersfield Condors have offered Justin Bieber a hockey contract. Head Coach Matt O'Dette says, "Very rarely do you see this combination of skill and toughness. We share a common Canadian heritage since we both hail from Ontario. I've scouted some video of him online skating with my hometown team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and I think he could provide some elusive speed up front for us. Plus, he's a right-handed shot, which we've been looking to add. I think if we paired him on a line with [Robby] Dee and [Peter] Boyd we'd be tough to beat
Rod Stewart has recorded a Christmas song with Cee Lo Green. It will appear on Green's holiday CD
Chris Brown has gotten a tattoo of a woman's face on his neck. The inking resembles Rihanna. The woman's face has a black eye and lips that are sewn together.
Chris' rep tells TMZ, "His tattoo is a sugar skull (associated with the Mexican celebration of the Day of the Dead) and a MAC cosmetics design he saw. It is not Rihanna or an abused woman as erroneously reported."
Lady GaGa wants to get married in Venice, Italy. A source says, ''Lady Gaga has been talking non-stop of her passion for Venice and how romantic it is. 'She is hoping to visit lots of churches with Taylor. When she does get married it will be in Italy. Some of her close friends and family are also hoping to fly over, so this could well be it.''
Carly Rae Jepsen used to pay her band with food. She says, "It's very surreal to me at times, because I think back to maybe two years ago and my career then versus now. The first time that I toured Canada was in the soccermom van [minivan], with the boys that I'm still playing stadiums with now. I was paying them with home-cooked dinners because that's all I could afford, and rushing to my merchandising table to sell shirts afterwards."
Maya Thompson says she cried when Taylor Swift sang "Ronan" in honor of her late son during the Stand Up 2 Cancer telethon. "My calmness soon turned to complete and utter frozen shock when these words came out of her mouth. 'I wrote a song for Ronan'. The tears started pouring down my cheeks as soon as I heard her say those words. But her words didn't stop there. Not only did she write a song for you, but she wanted to know if it would be alright to perform it on the nationally televised Stand Up 2 Cancer show... She wanted to make me co-author of the song with her. She talked about how... reading this blog and following our story, has inspired her... I don't even remember what I said to Taylor... all I could pretty much do was cry and tell her thank you. ''
World's Wealthiest Singers from Celebrity Net Worth
1. Paul McCartney: $800m
2. Bono: $600m
3. Jimmy Buffett: $400m
4. Elton John: $320m
5. Mick Jagger: $305m
6. Sting: $290m
7. Phil Collins: $250m
8. Dave Matthews: $250m
9. Prince: $250m
10. Dave Grohl: $225m
11. Rod Stewart: $220m
12. David Bowie: $215m
13. Bruce Springsteen: $200m
14. James Hetfield: $175m
15. Axl Rose: $150m
16. Roger Waters: $145m
17. David Gilmour: $130m
18. Steven Tyler: $130m
19. Jon Bon Jovi: $125m
20. Anthony Kiedis: $120m
21. Sammy Hagar: $120m
22. Robert Plant: $120m
23. Bruce Dickinson: $115m
24. Eric Clapton: $115m
25. Brian Johnson: $90m
26. Ozzy Osbourne: $90m
27. Gwen Stefani: $80m
28. Eddie Vedder: $80m
29. Bob Dylan: $80m
30. Brian Wilson: $75m
31. Michael Stipe: $75m
32. Trey Anastasio: $75m
33. Joe Elliott: $70m
34. Peter Gabriel: $70m
35. John Fogerty: $68m
36. Stevie Nicks: $65m
37. Roger Daltrey: $65m
38. Chris Cornell: $60m
39. Mark Hoppus: $60m
40. Tom DeLonge: $60m
41. Chris Martin: $60m
42. Billie Joe Armstrong: $55m
43. Liam Gallagher: $50m
44. Zack de la Rocha: $50m
45. Vince Neil: $50m
46. Steve Perry: $45m
47. Jon Anderson: $45m
48. Maynard James Keenan: $45m
49. Jonathan Davis: $45m
50. David Lee Roth: $40m
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