Shauna Wright
Demi Moore Signs On to Play Gloria Steinem in Linda Lovelace Biopic
Just because Demi Moore sometimes posts bikini photos of herself on her Twitter account doesn’t mean she can’t also be a feminist. In fact, she’s just signed on to play one of the most famous feminists in the world: Gloria Steinem.
10 Tips for the Common Hangover
Hangovers have long been the price of a night of overindulgence — and come January 1, you may be feeling the effects of one yourself. So how can you make it a little less painful?
‘Jersey Shore’ Star Snooki Slapped with $7 Million Lawsuit
After months of dieting and workouts, ‘Jersey Shore’ star Snooki is close to her target weight (for those of you wondering, the tiny four-foot-nine-inch media sensation is aiming for 98 pounds). But it seems now she has a new fight on her wee little hands.
Obesity Isn’t Just Bad for Your Body, It’s Bad for Your Wallet, Too — Health Check
The health risks of obesity are well-documented, but there’s a financial downside, too — data shows obese people also earn less money, especially women.
Facebook Friends Dumping You? It’s Probably Something You Said [INFOGRAPHIC]
If you recently lost a slew of Facebook friends, it probably wasn’t a glitch. Go back and look at your timeline because the chances are good it’s your own fault.
That’s what a new study from Nielsen seems to indicate anyway. The group surveyed about 2,000 adults to learn why Facebook users add and remove friends, and the results may surprise you.
‘Obesity May Run in the Family,’ Say Researchers — Health Check
Is obesity contagious? A study back in 2007 seemed to indicate that, saying we get it from our friends. To back that up, researchers highlighted data showing members of social groups were likely to have similar rates of obesity. New research, however, seems to be changing all this by finding that social interactions may have little impact on body weight.
Could Shaving Your Chest Increase Your Risk of Getting Bedbugs? — Health Check
This year saw a rash of bedbug infestations worldwide, but scientists are now saying there might be a way of defending against the vermin. While no one seems immune, the more body hair you have, the less attractive you may be to the bloodsucking little critters. Looks like all the men out waxing their chests may have acted a little too hastily.
Coke Moves Its Secret Formula for All to See — Kind Of [VIDEO]
Since 1925, the secret recipe for Coca-Cola has been famously locked in a bank vault. But no more — to much fanfare, the coveted list of ingredients was moved Thursday to a new vault that’s on display at the World of Coca-Cola Museum at the company’s headquarters in downtown Atlanta.
What Are the Most and Least Dangerous Cities in America?
The 2011 CQ Press City Crime Rankings, which purports to identify the most dangerous cities in America, was released on Thursday — but experts say not to put too much stock in the controversial annual report.
Want a Smaller Backside? Stand Up — Health Check [VIDEO]
It’s already well-known that a sedentary lifestyle can make one heavier, but new research indicates the simple act of sitting too much can actually generate more fat in the hips and posterior.
Scarlett Johansson Won’t Be BFFs with Blake Lively After She Cozies Up with Ryan Reynolds
If a new issue of Us Weekly is to be believed, the green-eyed monster has apparently consumed the lovely Scarlett Johansson.
Seems Johansson’s ex-husband, the even lovelier Ryan Reynolds, has been keeping company with ‘Gossip Girl’ actress (and recent Leonardo DiCaprio castoff) Blake Lively — and Scarlett is none too pleased about it.
Put Down the Controller ‘Cause That Video Game Might Literally Be Making You Violent
Question for you guys — when you played video games as young men, did you ever get so frustrated that you threw the controller across the room and suffered through a screaming, clawing tantrum? Well, it may not be entirely your fault.
Adding to the growing evidence suggesting violent video games may make people more aggressive, a new study shows young men who play them had decreased activity in th