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Check Out My July Entertainment Calendar!

BuzzSugar — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:30:40 PDT

The weather is hot this month - but the entertainment is hotter. Need to know when Mamma Mia's opening, or the new X-Files movie? Check my handy-dandy, downloadable, printable July entertainment calendar! Surely you knew that The Dark Knight is opening July 18, but there's plenty of other great stuff going on this month, too. My calendar will help you keep things straight, and all the pretty colors look nice on a fridge or cube wall. Click here to get your copy, and enjoy!

The Vampire Diaries's Nina Dobrev, Ian Somerhalder, and Paul Wesley Strip Down For a Very Sexy EW Cover

Becky Kirsch — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:43:45 PST

Move over, True Blood: the stars of The Vampire Diaries are giving you a run for your scantily clad money. Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, and Ian Somerhalder took their small-screen love triangle to Entertainment Weekly, posing in their underwear for three steamy covers. In the article, creators Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson dish about how tough it is to keep fans of both relationships happy, while the cast keeps mum about Elena's future with the Salvatore brothers. The issue hits newsstands this week, but in the meantime, check out the hot cover shots.

Lil Links: Tips For Handling That Most Unpleasant Childhood Sickness

Rebecca M Gruber — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:32:21 PST

How to handle a stomach virus in your home - Parenting
7 tips for a healthy pregnancy with diabetes – Health
13 ways to keep your kid entertained in a rear-facing seat - The Stir
Facebook's COO has figured out how to balance career, family, and life - Business Insider
Julie Bowen takes lil Oliver on a breakfast run - Celebrity Baby Scoop
Katherine Heigl wants three or four kids - Celebrity Baby Blog
Safe ways to moisturize pregnant skin during dry months - FitPregnancy
Why do childless people hate kids so much? - Momformation
Study shows babies like to judge - Yahoo! Shine

Rewind: Check Out the Emmy Nominees!

BuzzSugar — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 03:05:00 PDT

We found out who's earned Emmy nods and gave you our thoughts on the drama and comedy nominees.
We saw the new trailer for the Sherlock Holmes sequel.
Excited for the new Spider-Man? Take a look at these hot new photos of its star Andrew Garfield.
We got to see Matt Damon and Gwyneth Paltrow in the creepy trailer for Contagion.
Tom Felton talked about crying on the set of Harry Potter.
We got our first glimpse of the Dark Knight Rises movie poster.
Emma Watson shared her thoughts on Hermione and fame.
We oohed and ahhed over the trailer for Martin Scorsese's Hugo.
Curious about new Fall shows? We gave you a sneak peek at Prime Suspect and A Gifted Man.
Fan of the Tin Tin comics? We saw the trailer for Steven Spielberg's The Adventures of Tin Tin.
Given the release of the final Harry Potter film, we reminisced about what we'd miss most about the series.

The Secret to Spending Less

Kiplinger — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:32:25 PDT

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 saving, though. The personal savings rate as a percentage of income fell to 5% in July from 5.5% in June. Considering many Americans' savings have taken a hit from stock market gyrations or have been drained to help them get through a job loss, it's worth looking at your spending to see whether you need to cut back to boost your savings.

I've found that one of the best ways to reduce spending is to avoid temptation. The fact that I live in a small town probably makes this a little easier for me than for big-city dwellers, who can't walk down the street without passing a multitude of stores, restaurants and entertainment options. (Plus, smaller cities tend to have a lower cost of living - and in our top ten picks for best value cites, there's a lot to do at affordable prices). But even in the boonies where I am, we still can hear the siren song of daily deal sites, social media and e-mail alerts from retailers.

For more on how to spend less, read on.

Which Hollywood Hottie Pulls Off the Bald the Best?

Tara Sharp — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:50:01 PDT

While some celebrities go for the hot and hairy look, the tide has turned with a handful of actors who've taken it all off - their head, that is. Joseph Gordon-Levitt went bald for his role in 50/50 as a cancer-stricken young man, and Jake Gyllenhaal shaved his head for the cop drama End of Watch. And Matt Damon, who's been rockin' the hairless look since July, uses his bald head to entertain his daughters. But which Hollywood baldy pulls off the look best?

Host an End-of-Summer Labor Day Feast

Katie Sweeney — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:03:01 PDT

While it's not as popular as the Fourth of July or Memorial Day, Labor Day weekend is a great excuse to host a barbecue. Why not invite some friends over to enjoy some delicious eats and the final days of Summer? For those who plan on entertaining in the near future, I've come up with a spectacular meal that's filled with the fabulous flavors of the season. Here's a quintessential barbecue perfect for Labor Day.

Lauren Conrad Gets Girly in Paper Crown to Talk MTV and Hating the Gym For Lucky

Lauren Turner — Tue, 31 May 2011 14:12:00 PDT

Lauren Conrad lit up the cover of Lucky's July issue in leather shorts and a blazer. She posed for the magazine in looks from her Paper Crown collection, which will hit stores this Fall. LC's juggling her latest design work with her line for Kohl's, her new website called The Beauty Department, and even a book club. She's also still filming her reality TV show even though MTV passed on the project earlier this year. LC opened up about her relationship with the network, her motivation to be on The Hills, and also shared her Summer essentials - here's more of what Lauren Conrad said in Lucky:

On hating the gym: "I'm just not a fan of the gym. In fact, I hate it. I understand loving the feeling you get after working out all those endorphins. But going there? It's the worst."
On why she did The Hills: "I never wanted to end up in entertainment; that wasn't the goal. I was doing the show to end up in fashion. But I'm totally aware that without The Hills, I wouldn't be where I am."
On MTV not picking up her show: "It didn't feel like a perfect fit. It's difficult to compete with all the Jersey Shore type shows out there. Besides, there weren't any scenes of me getting drunk or fighting, so what's the point?"

Buzz Backtrack: The Best and Worst of July Entertainment

BuzzSugar — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:26:18 PDT

July is about to come to a close, which means we're heading into the homestretch of Summer. As usual, it was another big month for entertainment as we were treated to the final Harry Potter film, learned which TV stars will be up for Emmys in September, and geeked out at Comic-Con. Let's take a look back at July's highs and lows.

Thursday Comic-Con Must Sees

GeekSugar — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:15:22 PDT

Hooray, it's the return of Comic-Con and all the madness that accompanies it! As usual, the show's schedule of events is packed this July 21-24, so we'll attempt to highlight the most exciting must sees. The convention starts with a huge bang on Thursday with the Twilight panel, though there are plenty of other events to add to the Comic-Con itinerary.

Twilight: Breaking Dawn, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. - Hope you've already been camping out for this one, because fans began lining up days in advance. Expect new footage from the next Twilight film and a cast Q&A. Location: Hall H
Kinect Star Wars panel, 10-11 a.m. - First announced at E3, Kinect studio head Jorg Neumann and LucasArts lead producer Craig Derrick will share fresh news on the game, including a mystery announcement. All attendees will receive a limited-edition poster! Location: Room 32AB
Stan Lee, Yoshiki, and Todd McFarlane, 1-2 p.m. - Comic fans unite for the Q&A session with legends Stan Lee and Todd McFarlane, who are creating a new character, Blood Red Dragon, with rockstar Yoshiki. Location: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Warner Premiere: H+ and Mortal Kombat: Legacy, 2-3 p.m. - A Comic-Con exclusive first look at H+, the new web series from X-Men producer Bryan Singer. The web series Mortal Kombat: Legacy will take the stage next for a panel discussion with the director, Jeri Ryan, Michael Jai White, and others. Attendees will see the final Mortal Kombat: Legacy episode. Location: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Game of Thrones panel, 3-4 p.m. - If addicted to both the books and TV series, this is one not to miss. In attendance are cast members Emilia Clarke, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Peter Dinklage, Kit Harington, and Jason Momoa, as well as the show's executive producer and writer, George R. R. Martin. Location: Ballroom 20.
Beavis & Butthead, 5-6 p.m. - 2011: the return of the original bad boys of animation. Creator Mike Judge is on hand to offer a sneak peek on MTV's new episodes. Location: Room 6A
Batman: Arkham City, 5-6 p.m. - A preview of the gaming follow-up to 2009's fan favorite Batman Arkham Asylum. Location: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Entertainment Weekly: The Visionaries: A discussion with Jon Favreau and Guillermo del Toro on the Future of Pop Culture, 6-7 p.m. - Cult favorite directors Jon Favreau and Guillermo del Toro discuss bringing geek life to the mainstream entertainment industry. They'll discuss their inspiration, current film work, and how technology is changing cinematic storytelling. Location: Hall H
Her Universe: What Women Want in Their Female Sci-Fi Heroes, 6-7 p.m. - Gone are the days of the "damsel in distress" sci-fi character (we hope). If you can't get into Hall H, check out the panelists with a background on Star Wars, Smallville, DC Comics, Universal Cable Productions, and Lost discuss the future of strong female characters in the genre. Location: Room 25ABC
History of the Modern Zombie, 7-8 p.m. - Beginning with the classic horror film Night of the Living Dead, zombies have become a large part of modern pop culture. Panelists including the author of Zombie Survival Guide, a UC Berkeley professor, and a Harvard Medical School psychiatrist will discuss the history of zombies in entertainment and why we're so interested in them. Consider it the most fun college lecture you'll ever attend. Location: Room 7AB

What's on your must-see Comic-Con schedule? Which panels and events are you looking forward to most?