Song of the Day: Charlotte Gainsbourg, "The Songs That We Sing"


Updated 04/29/07 9:43 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 6 comments

Song of the Day: Charlotte Gainsbourg, "The Songs That We Sing"

I first became an admirer of Charlotte Gainsbourg as an actress, after her subtly naive performance in the 1996 film adaptation of Jane Eyre (which I love, by the way). But it's no surprise that the actress is now turning to music: She is, after all, the spawn of legendary French singer/eccentric Serge Gainsbourg, with whom she recorded her first album, Charlotte For Ever, at the age of 13. Now, Read more

Will an Agency for "Normal Sized" Models Actually Work?


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Normal-Size Models

We're excited to bring you the best fashion finds, shopping stories, and style news from one of our favorite sites, Fashionista. Today, they're taking a closer look at the great model debate. I'm 5'5" and a size 6, with a not-insignificant ass. I don't see many models out there who look like me. In fact, very few women—no matter what their sizes—probably see themselves reflected in the ads Read more

Why You Should Take Your Chances When Online Dating


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Reasons to Do Online Dating

We're happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, YourTango. I'd like a large pie with extra cheese, mushrooms, sausage, and broccoli. But make sure the cheese is covering the whole pizza because I don't like baldness, and actually, why don't you hold the sausage? I'd like someone who doesn't eat processed meat. And while you're there, make sure those mushrooms are Read more

Take It Inside: 3 (Not Boring) Treadmill Workouts


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Three Treadmill Workouts For Winter

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Tina Haupert It’s that time of year when I take my running workouts inside to the treadmill. Or should I say dreadmill? The treadmill can be a real drag, but I find that using a plan to guide my workout keeps me on track, interested, and motivated, so the time flies by. Here are three of my favorite (read: Read more

Box Office: Real Steel Fights For Victory


Updated 10/11/11 6:22 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 0 comments

Real Steel Wins First Place at the Box Office

Boxing robots waged an admirable box office battle this weekend, even defeating a pair of ruthless politicians. Real Steel won the first place at the box office with $27.3 million, while fellow new release, political drama The Ides of March, starring Ryan Gosling and George Clooney, came in second place with a total of $10.4 million. Following them in third place was the previous box office Read more

Have a Happy Hour: Calories in Popular Cocktails and Bar Food


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Happy Hour Calories

Just how many calories are in that mojito and mozzarella stick? Check out the chart below before heading out after work so you can keep your happy hour, happy. Let's start with the drinks first and then move on to the food. Drink Serving Size Calories Fat (g) Sodium (mg) Carbs (g) Apple Martini 2.5 oz. 175 0 0 8.5 Budweiser Beer 12 oz. 147 0 0 10.7 Bud Light 12 Read more

Top 10 Fish With Highest Sources of Omega-3s


Updated 09/18/11 3:57 PM · Posted by Heather Dale · 3 comments

Best Fish For Your Health and Ones to Avoid

Vegans and vegetarians don't eat it. And pescatarians — who abstain from eating red meat and animal flesh — make the exception to eat it. All in all, it's hard to deny the health benefits associated with fish. Many types of fish are low in fat, high in essential heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, an excellent source of protein, and packed with vitamins and minerals. It's safe to eat fish Read more

The Secret to Spending Less


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Spending Less Tips

We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy! Economists view the Commerce Department's report today that consumer spending rose in July as encouraging — considering consumer spending accounts for about 70% of the nation's economic activity. You might say it's a good thing Americans aren't pinching their pennies quite so much. Some of that spending came at the expense of Read more

Which Postal Service Has the Best Prices?


Updated 09/07/11 10:56 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

USPS vs. UPS vs. FedEx

The United States Postal Service is in dire straits and may be forced to close this Winter if Congress doesn't take emergency action, reports the New York Times. The financial troubles of the USPS have been dragging on for some time now, but it's about to come to a head — the agency can't pay off a $5.5 billion payment meant for retirees' future health care that's due this month and is facing a Read more

Ways to Save on Health Food: Website Coupons


Updated 06/22/11 9:19 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Coupons For Health Food

Every time I step foot into my local health food store, I instantly drop at least $20. I feel good knowing the food I pick up is all natural, often organic, and fresh, but jeez — why does it have to be so expensive? If you're looking to save money on your favorite healthy brands, many companies post coupons on their websites you can print out. You may need to install a program, sign up for a Read more