Shauna Wright
Celebrity Birthdays for March 24 – Jim Parsons, Alyson Hannigan and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Jim Parsons
Age: 39
Occupation: Actor
Known For: His brilliant, hilarious and Emmy-winning portrayal of Dr. Sheldon Cooper on the CBS sitcom ‘The Big Bang Theory,’ previous work on ‘Judging Amy’ and ‘Ed,’ copious stage work, and film roles in ‘The Big Year’ and ‘The Muppets’
This Day in History for March 24 – Halle Berry Makes History and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1882 – Robert Koch announces the discovery of the bacterium responsible for tuberculosis (More info)
1958 – Elvis Presley is inducted into the US Army (More info)
Which Type of Doctor Is the Happiest?
Ever wondered about the lives of the people who ask you to stick out your tongue and say “ahhh”? The newly-released Medscape/WebMD’s 2012 Physician Lifestyle Report could provide some insights.
Police Shut Down Wild ‘Project X’ Party After Kids Post Public Invite on Craigslist [VIDEO]
In the movie ‘Project X,’ a few teenagers decide to raise their social rankings by throwing an epic party that goes wrong.
But here in the real world, doing that can get you in serious trouble — especially if you’re dumb enough to post a public invite.
Where Are You Most Likely to Lose Your Phone?
If you routinely stop for coffee, make sure you have your cell phone with you when you leave. A new study reveals coffee houses are the most likely places to lose a phone or have it stolen — especially if you live in Philadelphia.
Political Gaffe By Mitt Romney’s Camp Helps Etch A Sketch Sales Skyrocket — Dollars and Sense [VIDEO]
During an interview earlier this week, an advisor to Mitt Romney inadvertently made a comment that is now likely to stick with the GOP hopeful for the duration of the campaign season, and it’s lead to a boom in sales for a very old and largely forgotten toy: the Etch A Sketch.
This Day in History for March 23 – Mussolini Founds Facist Movement and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1775 – Patrick Henry opposes British policy by declaring, “Give me liberty, or give me death!” (More info)
1839 – The initials “O.K.” are first published in the Boston Morning Post (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for March 23 – Ric Ocasek, Chaka Khan and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Ric Ocasek
Age: 63
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Musician and Producer
Known For: Fronting and being the principal songwriter for New Wave group The Cars, known for the songs ‘Just What I Needed,’ ‘My Best Friend’s Girl,’ ‘Shake It Up,’ ‘You Might Think’ and ‘Drive,’ producing albums for other artists like No Doubt, and his longtime
Can Aspirin Prevent Cancer?
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but new research indicates that while it doesn’t rhyme quite as well, an aspirin a day may ward off cancer.
New Research May Show How Long Your Marriage Will Last
If you’ve recently tied the knot for the first time, here’s a bit of a buzzkill: according to new research about first marriages from the CDC, you only have about a 50 percent chance of staying married long enough to celebrate your 20th wedding anniversary.
What Are Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum’s Secret Service Code Names?
On the NBC drama ‘The West Wing,’ the Secret Service code name given to staffer CJ Cregg was “Flamingo.” And while she wasn’t all that happy about it, it made sense — the character was played by statuesque actress Allison Janney.
But many are scratching their heads about the current code names being used by GOP presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum.
Is It Smarter to Rent or Buy a House? — Dollars and Sense
The collapse of the housing market has led to historically low interest rates on mortgages, leading many renters to wonder if now is a good time to purchase a home.
If you’re mulling it over, consider this: new research says that in most areas, buying is now cheaper than renting.