Duane Bastress, two-time NCAA Division III champ, assistant coach for York College and Bellator Fighting Championships MMA fighter, has been promoted to the head coaching position of the Spartan wrestling program, the Pennsylvania-based school announced Thursday. Bastress will take the helm at the end of the 2012-13 season, replacing long-time head coach Tom Kessler who […]

A teen confessed to killing his great grandmother with a samurai sword after becoming furious about being not allowed to use the computer. And Superior Court Judge Mr. Robert James sentenced the 16-year-old to life in prison with the possibility of parole, according to the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office. In the courtroom, Mr. Gevin […]

Kristen Stewart is smoking cigarettes again, just three months after declaring that she was never a nicotine addict and was merely a casual smoker. Stewart was photographed smoking in front of a sushi restaurant in Los Angeles on Feb. 20 by x17, which noted that Kristen had lit up after dining with several friends. In […]

When the “Ghost Hunters” team set out to investigate the Peoria Asylum, they already knew that hundreds of people had reported seeing the apparition of Manuel Bookbinder in the old cemetery. What they didn’t know was how close they would come to witnessing him themselves. This week’s episode of “Ghost Hunters”, which aired on January […]

Don Sullivan, visionary, conception thinker and one of the most respected entrepreneurial coaches in the world is a guest on the March 2012 Success magazine cd. Don advocates the magic R factor as the major ingredient in entrepreneurial success. Want to know what the R factor is? The R factor is Relationship. Relationship with your […]

Picture Atlantic has a bone to pick – particularly with the music industry. Their latest release, “Digital Tension,” stands as an open rejection to the tepid, cookie-cutter, mass-culture machinations of the business. Members Nik Bartunek, Ryan Blair, Brian Graves and Daniel Martinez crusade against the normative, in favor of a local, independent, more emotionally authentic […]

Nice news from NJTV: The Association of Public Television Stations (APTS) presented NJTV, New Jersey’s public television network, with a 2013 EDGE Award for NJ Today with Mike Schneider, NJTV’s weeknight news program, which employs unique technology and partnerships to produce a half-hour, high definition broadcast on-air and online. The EDGE Awards, presented annually to […]

While vendors set up their Marketplace booths and the finishing touches are put on the main stage for the fashion shows, classes went into full swing on the first day of Vogue Knitting LIVE in New York on Friday. Knitters at the Marriott New York Marquis were also treated to a series of lectures in […]

What a great year 2013 will be for sci-fi movie lovers! Some really great flicks are set to hit theater screens. Here is a list of some of the most eagerly anticipated sci-fi films set to blow you away this year. GravitySandra Bullock and George Clooney star as a pair of astronauts that must fight […]

Less than an hour from Cancun’s airport, in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, there is a jungle inside the all-inclusive Occidental Grand Xcaret resort. Quite frankly, the mid-section of this resort was purposely undeveloped to offer guests the chance to stroll along flora and fauna known to the Yucatan peninsula. An “ecological footpath” is what the signage […]

Everyone has that friend who doesn’t take the truth very well. The one who has ideas and thinks they know everything about the world and will inform you about it and explain why they are a capable adult making a “life” for themselves in New York… The second episode of this season of Girls reminds […]

Katsucon was held this past weekend at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. This was the 19th year of the convention and it was met with some interesting difficulties. The convention had to share space with the BBYO IC (B’nai B’rith Youth Organization, International Convention) that was going on that weekend as well. The […]

My four year old son and I went to the Advanced Auto Parts Monster Jam last week and they reminded me of what it takes to compete when you are not considered a “big player” in your field. I am categorizing the monster truck rally as a sporting/entertainment event, it was on a Saturday night, […]

City Connection was a somewhat classic arcade game that debuted in 1985, offering players a fast-paced high-score challenge that demanded intense concentration and twitch-speed reflexes. In 1988, Jaleco published an 8-bit version for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Was the cartridge any better than the cabinet? Gameplay City Connection is a platforming puzzle game with a […]

Whoever said love doesn’t cost a thing was clearly not taking Valentine’s Day into consideration. While giving a beautiful bouquet of flowers or box of gourmet chocolates on Valentine’s Day is nice, it’s no champagne wishes and caviar dreams. For those looking to treat their partner to the ultimate in luxury and romance, look no […]

For the last few years now, the Motion Picture Academy has released their Oscar nominated shorts for general movie audiences a few weeks before the awards ceremony. 2013 is no exception with the short form animated, live action and documentary films being released wide this weekend. And to ensure an even great audience, the Academy […]

The second week of Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival (TBBHF/The Festival) continues. TBBHF is commemorating once again Black Heritage month including Martin Luther King with ten days of cultural events that feature speakers, musicians, artists, poets and crafts. The Festival with this year’s theme Celebrating the Heart and Soul of Tampa Bay started Wednesday, January […]

Tonight, the moon finishes its course through the second half of Gemini, giving us the mutable, or changeable, power over our emotions, as well as feelings on all topics. One moment, you may feel as if cleaning the home would do you a ton of good, and the next moment, cleaning the home feels like […]

There isn’t a single thing that can ever recreate the magic of seeing a film the way it was meant to be seen, on the big screen like nature intended. In major metropolitan cities all across our country there was always a wide array of rep houses willing to show some classic films but as […]

Fans of the National Hockey League have taken a beating over the course of the Commissionership of Gary Bettman. Sunday’s announcement that the league and the NHL Players’ Association have reached an agreement in principle to end to the third prolonged lockout of Bettman’s tenure means NHL hockey will return, but the big question is […]

While the amateur adult clubs were granted an off weekend to participate in the 2013 Fort Lauderdale Ruggerfest, collegiate rugby clubs across Florida took to the fields this past Saturday afternoon for matches used to determine which team will win the 2013 Spring Collegiate Florida Cup. At the time of publication, results from four of […]

It’s 30 days till the celebration of a world wide event called Earth Hour. Earth Hour, which falls on March 23rd, 2013 this year, is an hour long event that is recognized world wide in an effort to reduce the use of power and help reduce the effects of climate change. Earth Hour was started […]

February is closing in, and it is time to start thinking of recipes for that special day, or really any day. But Valentine’s Day gives us an excuse to eat delicious chocolately baking and not feel guilty. Here is a recipe for chocolate heart cookies from Martha Stewart that Kookie Cookies has modified to make […]

The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that “Mr. Daytona” — five-time Daytona 200 winner Scott Russell — will be the featured guest at its annual AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Breakfast at Daytona, presented by Motul, on Friday, Mar. 15, 2013, 7:00 a.m., at the Daytona 500 Club on the infield […]

Coolermaster’s CM Storm Quickfire TK mechanical gaming keyboard lights up your life—and may be one of the best small form-factor mechanical keyboards you can buy. The Quickfire TK is a mechanical keyboard designed to consume little desk space and to be travel-friendly. But the Quickfire TK has two features not found on some of its […]

Seems as if everybody’s talking about anthropogenic (human-caused) climate change these days. A huge march on Washington is planned for February 17, and today, One Earth Productions announced that a major feature documentary called Greedy Lying Bastards will open nationally in 20 major cities on March 8. The film’s producer/director says he aims to “provide […]

President Obama Finds New Pro-Gay Pastor to Give Inaugural Benediction [The Atlantic Wire] Rev. Louis Leon, an Episcopal priest from St. John’s Church in Washington, D.C. will replace Pastor Louie Giglio whose sermons on “ex-gay therapy” were released. Leon also delivered the invocation for President George W. Bush’s second inauguration. It is reported that Giglio […]

This is the final of seven prediction and analysis articles for the Oscars being given out at the upcoming 85th Academy Awards on February 24th, hosted by Seth McFarlane (full site). Here’s my write-up and breakdown of the hotly contested race for Best Picture. Nine films are nominated, but only one will hear their name […]

For the last few years, Celebrity Cruise Lines has been perfecting their Solstice-class ship concept. While there are a few things not quite perfect, for the most part, the brand new Celebrity Reflection is the culmination of all their efforts. With the Reflection, an extra deck allows for even more passengers onboard. While it makes […]

It’s closer than most Seattleites might give it credit for: only about a 2.5 hour drive and you can find yourself in what’s consider the heart of Washington State and the Apple Capital of the World. Wenatchee has grown-up over the past few decades with a lot to offer both those looking for fun outdoor […]

President Obama’s rumored blitz of executive orders aimed at curbing gun violence has raised the specter of impeachment proceedings against the president. Former U.S. Attorney General Ed Meese, speaking to Fox News on Tuesday, said that impeachment would not be out of the question for Obama if he decides to act unilaterally. “If he tried […]

Is this just something that comes with the territory? Are we to simply accept this and say, “Hey, that’s the price for being famous.” Talk about walking around with a huge target on your back. TMZ reported on Saturday that Mr. Justin Bieber is currently “under investigation” in Canada, by local police, because a woman, […]

Spa Ocean Sands, located inside the Marriott Residence Inn at 1350 N. Ocean Blvd., Pompano Beach, Florida, is a delightful discovery. Capturing the ocean panorama to create a mild sedation and lulling effect, this spa understands the meaning of tranquility! Prepared to help their guests forget their worries and reduce stress while improving their health, […]

The Directors Guild of America has announced their nominees for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film for 2012. While there were a few nominees that were locks (Affleck, Bigelow, Spielberg, and most likely, Lee), that fifth slot was left open to a few directors including Tom Hooper, Quentin Tarantino, and David O. Russell. However, It […]

It is no secret that the world has evolved and with it, so have travelers. They travel with their smartphones, tablets and laptops wherever they go. But it seems that television and cable networks are still stuck in the past. And to get them to change, is still a hard sell. There are a few […]

What story does your drivers license tell? Have you committed to being an organ donor? If you are already an organ donor . . . GREAT (you rock!)! Did you decline to make that ever important contribution? If so, maybe you just don’t know how saying YES to organ donations can truly impact the life […]

This is a wonderful dish to serve any time, with a character like a pot pie or a fruit cobbler, it qualifies as a real comfort food dish. You can easily substitute ingredients based on what you have at hand, or what is in season. I hope you will enjoy this dish as much as […]

As the 49ers left the team facility to head to the airport, fans had one last chance to see them before the Super Bowl. More than one hundred people were lined up outside in the parking lot to greet the team buses for a final send off on Sunday afternoon. Several fans are still feeling […]

As women we have so many stressors in our lives, and today, it is most likely tied to Valentine’s Day. While little can help us to alleviate the normal nervousness that goes along with a spending time with our sweetie, understanding the effects of stress can help alleviate the sweaty part. Secret Deodorant commissioned a […]

Safety for baby should be an on going issue. Of course it is, just sometimes we need to have reminders. The Department of Motor Vehicles, has a question to remind us. What is the correct way to place an infant seat in your vehicle? Some will disagree that such a question should be asked on […]

Karina Fabian is the editor of Infinite Space, Infinite God II (ISIG2), an anthology of Catholic science-fiction short stories, published through Twilight Press. Not too long ago, she consented to be interviewed for this column. 1. So, you’re now on ISIG 2 — Since this column didn’t even exist for the first ISIG, how about […]

Written by the editor of Screen International magazine, Mike Goodridge, the acclaimed FilmCraft series, FilmCraft: Directing, features in-depth interviews with 16 of the world’s most celebrated and respected film directors – most notably, Clint Eastwood (Million Dollar Baby, Gran Torino, Mystic River, Unforgiven), Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth, Rise of the Guardians and Pacific Rim), […]

Hot on the heels of the good news he received regarding his newly purchased freedom, Frederick Douglass received even more good news. In the second situation, Frederick learned the friends who raised the money to buy his freedom also raised an addition $2,500, which they presented to him. The friends stated they hoped Frederick would […]

Future Hall of Famer boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. turned 36 on Sunday, February 24. Mayweather (43-0, 26 KOs), a longstanding WBC world welterweight titleholder who was named The Ring “Fighter of the Year” in 1998 and 2007, last threw fists on Cinco de Mayo when he overcame powerful Puerto Rican icon Miguel Cotto by unanimous […]

The sinkhole saga continues for Florida homeowners renewing property insurance policies in 2013. They are in for a costly surprise. Several insurance carriers, including Citizens Property Insurance, have dramatically raised rates and deductibles for sinkhole coverage. And, why wouldn’t they? Considering the frequency with which sinkholes open and swallow homes, cars, people, and animals, not […]

When R. Bruce Tharpe gained control of the National Wrestling Alliance he had a vision for the future and grandiose ideas of how to take the NWA back to national prominence. That vision is getting cloudy as more and more members leave the organization and the ideas are quickly becoming delusions of grandeur. The latest […]

Chinese New Year takes place Sunday, February 10, but it’s a month-long festivity at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. To celebrate with true culinary indulgence, China Poblano has stepped in with innovative delicacies that match its ‘gourmet street food’ approach to Chinese and Mexican food. Through the end of the month, Celebrity Chef Jose Andres […]

If you are planning a trip to explore Turkey’s archeological ruins then do not forget to check out Turkey’s enotourism or wine country adventures. After exploring Turkey’s wine regions my top picks for wine country adventures are in the following regions: 1) Thrace, 2) Izmir and 3) Cappadocia. Recent articles, such as a Business Week […]

Now that the holidays are over, the kids are back in school and everyone is making their way back to the office, colds and flus will begin to spike again. Very few people have the luxury of interrupting their daily routine even when they are running a fever. Fortunately there are preventative measures we can […]

Thomas and his engine friends have the inside track on adventures with the all-new Full Steam Ahead (Lionsgate/HIT Entertainment). The three disc (Team Up with Thomas, Wobbly Wheels & Whistles and Railway Friends) set comes with a bonus toy and bonus features. The award-winning Thomas & Friends teaches timeless life lessons of discovery, friendship and […]

Shock breached the usually calm mid-cities area, when a felon escaped from a police transport carrying this felon from Miami to Nevada, in Grapevine, Texas the evening of February 11th. Phones ringing at homes of local residents of communities in the Grapevine area the next day were advising that an escaped felon who was armed, […]

On Friday Jan. 18, 2013 the action film “The Last Stand” opens in movie theaters across U.S. It will star 1980s action movie hero Arnold Schwarzenegger (Terminator). The film distributor is ‘Lionsgate.’ It was directed by Kim Ji-woon & also stars comedian Johnny Knoxville (Jack-Ass) plus Oscar winning actor – Forest Whitaker (Last King of […]

On Thursday, Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te’o appeared on “Katie,” Katie Couric’s syndicated daytime show, and among the questions posed was whether or not he was gay, as some have posited that as a possible reason for the Lennay Kekua dead girlfriend hoax. His answer was quite clear: “No.” Couric, in the video embedded below, […]

Cardiovascular disease is incredibly common in our country. In fact, 1 out of every 3 deaths is caused by heart disease or stroke. But did you also know that 80% of cardiac events could be prevented if we made the right choices about diet, exercise, and smoking? And many decisions about these lifestyle choices start […]

Sprint has lit up its nascent 4G LTE service in new areas of the country, it was reported on Monday. Sprint has activated portions of San Francisco, New York City (and some other parts of New York State), Washington, D.C., and “some cities in Florida,” including Jacksonville, Miami and Tampa, according to a statement by […]

Distracted driving is a deadly behavior. Federal estimates suggest that distraction contributes to 16% of all fatal crashes, leading to around 5,000 deaths every year. The AAA Foundation believes that by improving our understanding of how mental and physical distractions impair drivers and by educating the public about avoiding distractions, we can eliminate these needless […]

In the world of ecommerce, link building is a necessary and very important task. Link building refers to ways in which an individual or a company hyperlinks their website with other websites. The purpose of this is to drive Internet traffic to a specific website. When it comes to ecommerce, it is important to engage […]

The 70th annual Golden Globe Awards was all about women power bringing Hollywood’s leading ladies and most talented stars together for one magical night of accolades, amazing fashion and gorgeous jewelry. This year at the Golden Globe Awards 2013, Hollywood’s stunning starlets took fashion risks in embellishments, classic-yet modern looks and plunging numbers, making for […]

Read Matthew 4:18-22 Luke 9:23-25 Luke 9:57-62 Matthew 19:16-30 Follow me and I will make you fishers of men. Pick up your cross and follow me. Leave everything behind and follow me. Sell everything that you have and follow me. Jesus spoke to many different individuals with very specific messages just for them. The fishermen […]

If there’s one thing I learned from talking to soap opera queen, Lauralee Bell, it’s that moms, no matter what your background, no matter what your career, face the same struggles of balancing work, play and family. Bell is no different, whether she’s playing her famed role on The Young and the Restless, (which was […]