The Last Word on Manhole Covers
Jim Sutro in Half Moon Bay, California, writes: I believe you approached the manhole cover question from a theoretical rather than a workingman’s standpoint. (February 7, 2016) Have you ever lifted a...
View ArticleDoes “Dead Weight” Actually Make People Heavier?
Say you pick up a person who is ill but awake. While in your arms, the person loses consciousness and suddenly becomes “dead weight.” Why is the person now so much heavier? —John C., Louisburg, N.C....
View Article8 Classic Movie Moments With Scene-Stealing Shoes
It’s hard to forget Sean Penn (Spicoli) sporting Vans checkerboard slip-ons in the 1982 classic Fast Times at Ridgemont High, but the shoemaker actually launched six years earlier in a corner shop in...
View ArticleCelebrities Tweet About Their Moms on Mother’s Day
In Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone, J.K. Rowling wisely wrote, “love as powerful as your mother’s for you leaves its own mark … to have been loved so deeply .. will give us some protection...
View ArticleMore on Framing Photos
Paul Sager in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, writes: I have two more suggestions about framing photos. (February 14, 2016) First, if the print is of special value, you should frame it under UV-resistant...
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The Parade Preview: What to Watch, Rent or Buy May 9 – 15
MONDAY, MAY 9 Blindspot The FBI is locked down when criminal hackers infiltrate the building, trapping the team inside. As they fight their way out, Mayfair (Marianne JeanBaptiste), Zapita (Audrey...
View ArticleThe Voice: Alisan Porter, Adam Wakefield, Mary Sarah, Laith Al-Saadi, Shalyah...
The Top 9 take the stage on tonight’s The Voice and on Tuesday one more artist will go home as we get closer to the Season 10 finale of the singing competition. Click here for last week’s recap if you...
View ArticleDesert Trip Is Woodstock 2016: What You Need to Know
Mind Your Body with Stephanie Stephens features celebrities and high achievers age 45+ who share their latest projects, healthy living secrets and more. This was and is YOUR music. If you’re a midlifer...
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Exclusive Q&A: We’re Hooked By Adrien Brody’s Paintings
Annie Watt Michael Strahan and Adrien Brody 1 of 8 David Willems Adrien Brody and Brett Ratner 2 of 8 David Willems Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary Adrien Brody's "A Great White Shark." 3 of 8 David...
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Excerpt from First Dads: Getting to Know Fathers of Our Country
In First Dads: Parenting and Politics from George Washington to Barack Obama (Grand Central), author Joshua Kendall connects the dots between the parenting styles of U.S. presidents and their...
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Does a Good Father Make a Good President?
By Joshua Kendall, author of First Dads: Parenting and Politics from George Washington to Barack Obama (Grand Central) Throughout our country’s history, most presidents have consistently put work over...
View ArticleThe Voice Recap: The Top 9 Wow the Coaches With Heart-Felt Peformances
The Top 9 battled it out on The Voice stage Monday night in order to make it into the semi-finals, which take place next week. The night was a busy one with performances by Blake Shelton, who...
View ArticleDid Tyrannosaurus Rex Roar?
Gail C. in Vienna, Virginia asks: I recently saw Jurassic Park again. How realistic was the roar of the Tyrannosaurus Rex? Marilyn responds: The roar of the Jurassic Park dinosaur was entirely...
View ArticlePresident Obama Is a Nurturing Dad But What About Donald Trump?
It’s one thing to be a strong leader of the free world. But what does it take to be a dad, too, while holding the highest office in the land? Joshua Kendall, author of First Dads: Parenting and...
View Article15 of the Best Quotes from A Knight’s Tale
Many know Heath Ledger as the dreamy Aussie from 10 Things I Hate About You or as the deranged Joker in The Dark Knight, but one of his most entertaining roles was as William Thatcher in A Knight’s...
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NCIS Star Sean Murray on Michael Weatherly’s Exit and What’s Next for McGee
Even though NCIS is a procedural show, what makes it so special and has helped make it the most-watched drama worldwide is the personal interactions of the characters. None of which is better than the...
View ArticleTom Brady Likes His Bedroom ‘Cold and Dark Like a Bear’
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady stepped off the field this week to talk about all things shut eye. And why not: After all, Brady just debuted an ad for Simmons’ new line of uber-luxe...
View ArticleA Shocking DWTS Elimination: [Spoiler] Went Home After Receiving a Perfect...
It’s always tough to see a strong performer get eliminated from Dancing With the Stars, but it’s even harder when that star gives the strongest performance of her tenure on the show. Even though she...
View ArticleWatch: Michael Weatherly as Special Agent Tony DiNozzo on NCIS
An era is coming to an end: NCIS Special Agent Anthony “Tony” DiNozzo is finishing his run. Played by actor Michael Weatherly, Tony has been on the show since the first episode. His departure will...
View ArticleRooster Teeth’s Burnie Burns And Ashley Jenkins Reflect on The Amazing Race
Sometimes, the goose gets away, and it’s the Rooster who gets cooked instead. Such was the case for The Amazing Race contestants Burnie Burns and Ashley Jenkins, eliminated during season 28’s...
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