Shauna Wright
How Much Has the Housing Market Improved? — Dollars and Sense
Seems there’s a bit of a bright spot on the decimated horizon of the real estate market — it looks a lot better than it did a few years ago. But how long before we see a full recovery?
Obesity-Related Cancers Increase While Others Fall
New report findings from the CDC had both good news and bad. The good news? Cancer deaths are falling. The bad news? Cancers associated with obesity are on the rise.
No Graduation for You! High School Senior Expelled After Swearing in a Tweet [VIDEO]
We may live in an era that many feel is dangerously approaching the Big Brother world depicted in the book ’1984,’ but after a high school student was expelled for using profanity in a tweet, lots of people cried foul.
Celebrity Birthdays for March 29 – Elle Macpherson, John Popper and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Elle Macpherson
Age: 48
Occupation: Model, Actress and Entrepreneur
Known For: Her nickname “The Body,” a record five cover appearances on the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, her lingerie and skin care lines, hosting and producing ‘Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model’ and NBC’s upcoming show ‘Fashion Star,’ and looking better than
This Day in History for March 29 – US Troops Leave Vietnam and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1867 – The North America Act is passed by the British parliament, creating the dominion of Canada (More info)
1929 – Herbert Hoover becomes the first president to have a telephone installed in the Oval Office (More info)
New Movie Releases — ‘Mirror Mirror’ and ‘Wrath of the Titans’
New twists on both fairytales and mythological adventures hit theaters this weekend.
New Couple Alert! Michelle Williams and Jason Segel May Have Moved Past the Friends Zone
Celeb-watchers are abuzz about a new couple: Oscar nominee Michelle Williams, 31, and ‘How I Met Your Mother’ star Jason Segel have reportedly taken their friendship to the next level.
Did Someone Really Give Away a $260,000 Lottery Ticket?
A California woman who won $1 million in a lottery earlier this year is claiming she also won $260,000 last week — but the ticket was stolen.
Dennis Rodman Must Pay $860,000 in Child and Spousal Support — Or Risk Going to Jail
Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Court documents show former NBA star Dennis Rodman, 50, owes hundreds of thousands of dollars in back child support and alimony — but is unable to pay it because he’s now broke.
J.K. Rowling Finally Releases ‘Harry Potter’ E-Books
Potterphiles, fire up your e-readers. On Tuesday, author J.K. Rowling finally made her wildly popular ‘Harry Potter’ book series available in digital format through her Pottermore website.
Are Coffee Beans the Hidden Key to Weight Loss?
While there isn’t a magical elixir for weight loss, new evidence suggests that downing supplements made of green coffee bean extract may help in the battle of the bulge.
4 Subtle Tricks Restaurants Use to Get You to Spend More — Dollars and Sense
When you eat at a restaurant, do you notice things like the size of the straws or the way the menu is laid out? You should — they could be costing you money.