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Buzz Brainteaser

BuzzSugar — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 05:00:04 PDT

Welcome to Buzz Brainteaser, the trivia feature on BuzzSugar! Every weekday I'll test your knowledge about TV shows, music, and movies. If you enter in the correct answer, you win points! Happy 4th of July! Here's a patriotic brainteaser for you:

Who wrote the folk song "This Land Is Your Land" in 1940?

Boating Safety: Things to Know Before You Go Afloat

Jenny Sugar — Sat, 26 May 2012 19:27:32 PDT

It seems like boating season unofficially begins on Memorial Day weekend with everyone headed to their lake houses, weekend river residences, or the beach. In different parts of the nation, boating accidents, injuries, and unfortunately fatalities are on the rise. Now that I've captured your attention, let's review a few tips on boating safety.

Boater's fatigue is real, and it can wear you down. The US Coast Guard warns people about this condition, created by the combination of wind, noise, heat, and vibration of the boat. All these elements can mentally and physically fatigue boaters and subsequently impair their judgment.
Personal flotation devices, otherwise known as life jackets, are vitally important for everyone on board the boat, be it a canoe or a speed boat. Some states even require children under a certain age to wear life jackets, so if the little ones complain about wearing the big orange life vest, tell them it's the law.
Boating and alcohol don't mix. Alcohol impairs your judgment, balance, and coordination, affects your swimming and diving skills, and reduces your body's ability to stay warm. Coupled with boater's fatigue, folks on a boat will feel the effects of alcohol faster than they would on land. Plus, driving a boat while intoxicated is illegal.
The wind can keep you cool and make you forget you're in the sun, but don't forget to reapply sunscreen every two hours and always after swimming. Lube up even if it's overcast since UV rays can still damage your skin through clouds.
Watch the weather to keep an eye on local weather conditions, and be prepared for electrical storms. Water conducts electricity, so you don't want to find yourself on the open water during a lightning storm.

Fall Preview: Our Favorite New Products From Crate and Barrel and CB2, and Land of Nod

Elka Karl — Fri, 18 May 2012 06:00:47 PDT

We recently swung by the Fall press previews for Crate & Barrel, CB2, and Land of Nod, and were utterly delighted by the new Fall lines. Most of these pieces won't be available until July, so you're getting an exclusive peek at what to expect from these companies in the coming months - make sure to bookmark your favorites so you can look for them online or in-store after July. Here are some quick notes on each collection:

Crate & Barrel: Gorgeous Marimekko fabrics, natural woods, plaid and stripe upholstery, organic, handmade-looking tableware, pops of blue, and beautiful pendant lamps are some of the highlights for us.
CB2: A fun, urban vibe, big pops of color, especially yellow, experimentation with pattern (see the red gingham lounge chair and various rugs), and natural woods.
Land of Nod: This kids' retailer provides major inspiration for weddings or outdoor party decor thanks to the lanterns, garlands, string lights, and textiles. We're also loving the throw pillow, pendants, Sante Fe-style rugs, wall decor, and more.

Keep clicking to see everything we loved from the retailers!

All photos courtesy of Tanya Salazar for Crate and Barrel
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Battleship: Needs a Lifesaver

Maggie Pehanick — Fri, 18 May 2012 06:00:00 PDT

I don't remember aliens making an appearance in my own childhood sessions with Battleship, but I suppose when you try to make a toy into a feature-length film, you're afforded a few liberties. Unfortunately, the producers of Battleship may have spent too much time finding creative ways to explode things and not enough time on a plot, ending up with underutilized actors, in a wishy-washy destruction story.

Battleship starts out in 2005, when the US establishes the Beacon Project, an effort to reach out to potential life forms on a planet that has a similar climate as the Earth. The government sets up a powerful signal on Hawaii capable of sending transmissions to the foreign territory. Little do they know the frequencies are being received, and not by friendly folks. Enter brothers Alex (Taylor Kitsch) and Stone (Alexander Skarsgard). Stone is clean-cut and responsible while Alex is generally a mess. We first meet them in a bar scene that turns to Alex breaking into a convenience store to steal a chicken burrito for his future girlfriend, Sam (Brooklyn Decker). Thanks to Kitsch's surprising physical comedy skills, the scene is the highlight of the movie. It all goes to the aliens after that.

Read the rest of my thoughts on Battleship after the break.

Geek Grad: How to Land a Web Developer Job

Anna Monette Roberts — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:13:32 PDT

Tech-minded 2012 grads are eager to pursue a job in web or computer programming, named one of the year's top 10 best jobs. We spoke to a web development recruiter for tips on landing that first entry-level job. From the most important coding languages to industry expectations, check out these tips to get closer to your web developing dreams.

Education

Earn the degree: Almost all web developers have some sort of degree in computer science, whether that's an associate's or bachelor's degree. However, it's not necessary to pursue a career in web developing. What is important is becoming proficient in coding languages.
Learn coding languages outside of school: A solid computer science education is important, but mastering the ins and outs of coding requires time outside the classroom to teach yourself more than just the basics.
Develop your passions: Some developers are more visual and prefer front-end engineering (building visible products/creating code that runs in browsers) while others may prefer back-end engineering (writing the code on the server). Develop your skill set according to your interests; it'll get you through future long nights of coding!
Learn the languages: Front-end engineers should know HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Back-end engineers are best off with PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, Database Skills, Sql, Drupal, Ruby, Django, Cake PHP, and Spring knowledge.

Click here to read more résumé tips and interview how-tos.

3 Iconic British Brands Launch in the US - Shop Our Favorite High-Street Picks Now!

Marisa Tom — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:37:07 PDT

The British invasion continues with today's launch of AndOtherBrands.com, a new online retail destination that allows you to shop three of the UK's most beloved high-street brands: Oasis, Warehouse, and Coast. Previously, you could find select styles on ASOS, but now you've got a real lay of the land. Oasis and Warehouse offer up a fun mix of this season's boldest prints, slick espadrille wedges, pastel-hued topper, and ladylike frocks. Meanwhile, Coast is your go-to spot for dresses, perfect for Summer wedding fare. With price points that won't break the bank and a splash of London's cool-girl ethos at your shopping finger tips, what's not to love? Click through to see our top 10 picks and shop your favorites.

A Sneak Peek at The Land of Nod's Fall 2012 Collection

Lisa Horten — Mon, 14 May 2012 08:37:07 PDT

We're huge fans of The Land of Nod's gorgeous design options for nurseries, kids rooms, and playrooms. And after getting a sneak preview of the brand's Fall 2012 line, which will be in stores (and online) in July, we found a few pieces that we're even lusting after for our own bedrooms and family rooms.

Vignettes at Land of Nod's preview ran the range from the masculine "American Kitsch" theme to a "Soft and Quiet" room for stylish girlie-girls. Click through and tell us, what's your favorite piece?

Savvy Links: How to Survive Wedding Season Single and on a Budget

Emily Co — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:24:22 PDT

How to survive wedding season single and on a budget - LearnVest
Alternative wedding registry ideas - Wise Bread
Eight job interview horror stories that will blow your mind - The Grindstone
The fees that eat away at your 401K - Corporette
Six tips to landing your dream job - Budgets Are Sexy
Advice from TV's best moms - The Jane Dough
Small acts to save big - Real Simple
Are career women to blame for male childlessness? - HuffPost Women
Gadget gifts Mom's sure to love - Tecca
Make the most of empty peanut butter jars - AllYou

Photo by Kurt Boomer Photo via Style Me Pretty

Inside George Clooney's $15 Million Obama Fundraiser

Allie Merriam — Fri, 11 May 2012 08:39:42 PDT

Details from inside George Clooney's record-setting Obama fundraiser! - HuffPost Entertainment
Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford hit the town with a newlywed glow - People
Nina Dobrev launches her Got Milk campaign looking pretty in pink - Lainey Gossip
Jennifer Lopez has lots of love for her "cute" boyfriend - TooFab
Lauren Conrad puts her girlfriends before boyfriends - Us Weekly
A history of celebs reading the weather - The Daily Beast
Rachel McAdams lands a sweet new role - Hollywood Reporter
Will Ferrell makes a hilarious appearance on Jimmy Fallon - BuzzFeed
Jennifer Love Hewitt loves Fifty Shades of Grey - YourTango
Are you excited to see more Michelle Pfeiffer? - Rotten Tomatoes
Julie Bowen on the funny side of motherhood - Wonderwall
Howard Stern doesn't want to work with Britney Spears - Lifeline Live
Zooey Deschanel heading to Broadway - Zap2It
Adele gives her first post-Grammys interview - Celebitchy

Spiro Bouncer Teeter-Totter Seesaw: Ga Ga or Gag?

Rebecca M Gruber — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:41:14 PDT

All seesaws are not created equal. The up and down motion of a traditional teeter-totter has provided generations of tots with hours of fun (and sore bums when their seats come crashing down), but the classic toy is getting a much needed upgrade.

Consider the Spiro Bouncer ($72), the pimped-out version of your favorite playground toy. With cushioned seats and a bouncy ball attached to the bottom of the seats, lil ones' bottoms never have to fear hard landings when their playmates push off just a drop stronger than expected. Rather, they simply bounce right back up. Add to that the ability to spin while playing and your tyke will never look at the old-fashioned seesaw the same way again. Of course, this playtime fun does come at a price - the Spiro Bouncer costs almost twice as much as its counterparts. So tell us - what do you think?