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Taylor Swift, 'I Knew You Were Trouble' – Song Review

Jessica Sager — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 04:41:54 +0000

"I knew you were trouble when you walked in / So shame on me now," Taylor Swift laments on 'I Knew You Were Trouble,' another promotional single from 'Red,' due Oct. 22. Other than 'Back to December' off of 'Speak Now,' this may be the first single in which Swift, however indirectly, takes responsibility for her role in a failed relationship -- and that maturity suits her, though it may not always make for easy listening.

Carly Rae Jepsen, 'Kiss' – Album Review

Jessica Sager — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 21:00:20 +0000

Carly Rae Jepsen isn't a one tricky pony. She's a two-to-three trick pony, if her debut U.S. album, 'Kiss,' is indication, and if she strays too far from what she knows, it doesn't end that well. But when her regular two or three tricks are so good, you don't mind hearing them over and over again... at least not at first.

The 'Doctor' is In — 10 Things To Check Out This Week

Mike Moody — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 17:00:43 +0000

Summer is winding down, but there are still plenty of great movies, TV shows, games and more to fill your brain hole! Allow us to point you to this week’s best new entertainment and pop culture releases. Here are 10 Things To Check Out This Week: Doctor Who Season 7 Premiere The wait is over! [...]

OneRepublic, 'Feel Again' – Song Review

Scott Shetler — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 19:18:23 +0000

OneRepublic find a way to ‘Feel Again’ on their latest single, an up-tempo track from their upcoming third album. With its urgent hand-clapping and swelling vocal hooks, ‘Feel Again’ sounds so similar to ‘Dogs Days Are Over’ that the band might as well add a “Featuring Florence + the Machine” credit.

Taylor Swift, 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' – Song Review

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 01:32:19 +0000

Calling all teenage girls! Taylor Swift has just written the girl power, breakup anthem for millennials with her brand new single, ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.’ It’s the first taste of her new album, ‘Red,’ which she revealed will drop on Oct. 22, almost two years to the day after ‘Speak Now.’ Besides [...]

Nelly Furtado, 'Spirit Indestructible' – Song Review

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 03:26:54 +0000

Nelly Furtado and her team leapt into damage control mode when ‘Big Hoops (Bigger the Better),’ the somewhat out of character first single from ‘The Spirit Indestructible,’ tanked. The release date was pushed back to September (from June) and now, the second single, which is the title track, has dropped.

Maroon 5, 'One More Night' – Song Review

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 18:00:46 +0000

‘One More Night,’ the second single from Maroon 5‘s ‘Overexposed’ (out June 26) is just dropping, while the first single ‘Payphone’ remains in the Top 5 of the radio chart leaderboad. It’s certainly the familiar pop-rock sound that we’ve come to experience and expect from Adam Levine and his bandmates. But there’s a bit of a reggae style infused into the percussion, giving the song a more dancey feel.

Justin Bieber, 'Turn to You' — Song Review

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 11 May 2012 01:59:32 +0000

The Biebs goes acoustic! In ‘Turn to You,’ his tribute song to his mother Pattie Mallette, the proceeds of which will be donated to a mom-centric charity, Justin Bieber is at his most butter smooth and his best. His vocals are breathy and mature, as are the lyrics, with a simple acoustic guitar behind him. [...]

Ways To Get Rid Of Clutter – Erin's Top Five

Erin Bishop — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:00:11 +0000

I love this time of year because it's a chance to clean out my entire apartment and get rid of junk to clear up the clutter. I actually started cleaning out stuff over the weekend and now my apartment is free from clutter. I've provided some tips for your spring cleaning in case you need some motivation.

What Does the Ear You Use for Phone Calls Say About You?

Shauna Wright — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:00:45 +0000

When you talk on the phone, do you hold it up to your right ear or your left? Scientists say your preference could reveal a lot about you. A new study from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit found a strong link between brain dominance and the ear used to listen to a call. More [...]

Would You Rather Have Higher Pay or Job Security? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:00:45 +0000

In this economy, people are lucky just to have a job. Which is perhaps why the majority of Americans would pick job security over higher pay, if given the choice. The Pew Research Center asked 1,231 adults if, all other things being equal, they would prefer a job with higher pay or more job security. Overall, 58 [...]

Is the Economy Getting Better? – Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:00:53 +0000

Over the last few months, there has been some data that suggests the sluggish economy could be improving. Mainly, the unemployment rate, which has dropped to 8.3 percent after reaching a 26-year high of 10 percent in late 2009. However, according to a new survey from Poll Postion, the public is split on whether America is entering into a period of economic recovery.

What Exactly Is the History Behind Mardi Gras?

Carl Pettit — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:00:46 +0000

After Hurricane Katrina devastated the Atlantic Coast in 2005, New Orleans, and the region as a whole, gained more prominence in the national and international news, and rightly so. Although the folks living there have been through a great deal recently, their spirit still shines through. Nowhere is that more evident than in the riotous [...]

This Day in History for February 20 – USPS Established and More

Shauna Wright — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:00:14 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1792 – The Postal Service Act, establishing the United States Post Office Department, is signed by President George Washington (More info)

1872 – The Metropolitan Museum of Art opens in New York City (More info)

Has Unemployment Changed Our Ideas About Work?

J. Patrick — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:39:47 +0000

With unemployment running at all-time highs for a significant length of time, it should come as no surprise that many Americans are getting more open to employment options— according to a new survey, we’re changing the way we look at temp work, in particular.

Things Germier Than Toilet Seats

Erin Bishop — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:00:56 +0000

You've probably heard this before that toilet seats are actually a lot cleaner than some products you use on a daily basis. Let's start with ATM machines and talk about how many germs are on there that you may not even think about. Did you know that hotels/motels only clean their bedspreads once a year in that?

This Day in History for January 2 – 55 MPH Speed Limit Enacted and More

Shauna Wright — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:00:30 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1935 – Bruno Hauptmann goes on trial for the murder of Charles Lindbergh, Jr., infant son of aviator Charles Lindbergh (More info)

1942 – In the largest espionage case in United States history, the FBI convicts 33 members of the Duquesne Spy Ring (More info)

New TV Shows Coming Midseason

Erin Bishop — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:22:49 +0000

You might be getting ready for your favorite shows to return after taking a break over the holidays, but get ready for some other shows that will be starting midseason. "The Firm"premieres on NBC on January 12, which is based off the book and movie with Tom Cruise.

Which Beach Is the Best for a Wedding?

Kathy Landin — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 15:00:25 +0000

This is the perfect time of year to think about anything that involves a beach, and there’s almost nothing more beautiful to do on a beach than get married. But where in the world are the best places for that dream beach wedding?

This Day in History for December 30 – Marcos Becomes Philippine President and More

Shauna Wright — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:00:15 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1922 – The USSR is formed, comprising a confederation of Russia, Belorussia, Ukraine, and the Transcaucasian Federation (More info)

1936 – The United Auto Workers union stages its first sit-down strike (More info)