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Padma Lakshmi: My Life Has Changed from Night to Day

Albert Michael/Startraks Padma Lakshmi ’s on-and-off relationship with venture capitalist Adam Dell , who has been identified as the father of her newborn daughter Krishna Thea , is a topic the Top Chef host prefers to keep private — but the one person she is eager to talk about is her baby girl, now 4-weeks-old. “She’s very independent and very funny

Who Could Believe What Radio Control Helicopters Are Capable Of

My son has a hobby collecting all types of remote control toys . He has rc airplane that he flies around quite a small amount and some boats that he likes to require out to the lake sometimes.

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Mini Fashion Faceoff: Honor Warren vs. Björk

Credit: Splash News Online; Mirek Towski/FilmMagic The swan’s back! While playing at the park with parents Jessica Alba and Cash Warren , 21-month-old Honor Marie sported an adorable sleeveless tee that looked an awful lot like the swan-inspired dress Icelandic singer Björk wore to the 2001 Oscars. Talk about déjà vu! We’re still on the fence over Björk’s fashion choice, but we’re loving Honor’s top.

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Hot In The Hive: Unii Cosmetics Makeup Palette

There are plenty of moments where I say to myself, “why didn’t I think of that?” Founder of Unii Cosmetics , Minna Ha was frustrated by carrying a multitude of compacts when she traveled.

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Label Love: Make A Splash In A SHIMMI Bikini!

The collaborative brainchild of models-turned-designers Scarlett Chorvat and Alison Renner, SHIMMI swimwear focuses on creating bikinis that fuse classic cuts with playful rock ‘n roll influences. The designer duo, raised in the Midwest and now residing in LA, created their debut collection with the “picky” girl in mind, determined to create that perfect bikini we girls go to great shopping lengths every swim season to seek out! With a “no rules” motto towards design, SHIMMI focuses on comfort and lightweight fabrics to create suits that still look modern with sexy innovative cuts and eye-catching patterns to flatter any skin tone. While the designers’ experience as successful models gives them an insight into designs that photograph well and draw attention in editorial campaigns, they also strive to create suits for the everyday woman, not just those who grace the magazine covers! Check out the SHIMMI website for more info on where to snag your own suit, and take a look at the slideshow for a preview of their debut collection!

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We Teach- A Wonderful Resource for Parents!

Just face it…As a parent, you are your child’s best teacher since you are always instilling little nuggets of knowledge on a daily basis. The one month old We Teach community is a free virtual lounge that is open to everyone who teaches (teachers, parents, tutors, etc.) can hang out and share ideas. Founded by the fabulous Amy from TeachMama, this free site has an amazing amount of collective brainpower thanks to the many parents and teachers from around the country who are members

Does Lindsay have the Same Name Recognition as Oprah and Madonna?

Photo from fOTOGLIF Well, Lindsay Lohan certainly thinks so, and she’s suing financial services giant E-Trade for $100 million for “violating her privacy” after running an ad during the Super Bowl starring a “milkaholic” baby named Lindsay. The burden of proof is now on Lohan to prove that a significant number of people think of her on a first-name-only basis

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Spring Shoe Trend – Utility Chic Metallic Sandals

One of this season’s hottest trends is utility chic. Think slim cargo pants, fitted work shirts, and leather messenger bags in shades of olive, khaki and gray

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Consumers Union calls on FTC to update its Green Guides

The FTC should update its Green Guides. Last summer, the Federal Trade Commission charged four companies with falsely stating that some of their “bamboo” clothing and textile products were “antimicrobial, made in an environmentally friendly manner, or biodegradable.” The agency was relying on its Green Guides—formally the “Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims” —for the definition of the claims about those textiles

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Teddy Bear Lamp

Interesting and a bit weird lamp is half teddy bear and half lamp. Could be a real nice addition to a kid’s room and comes with the black shade shown which has a golden interior to make teddy’s color glow a bit more. $149 @ Generate Design

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The Seal Slaughter Sham?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/richardchild/ CC BY 2.0 It seems that Gail Shea (the same fool member of parliament who tried pulling this number ) has hatched another ploy to try to make the waning interest in the Canadian seal slaughter look stronger than it is. Earlier this week, Shea announced that the number of helpless victims seal slaughters are allowed to bash, smash, and shot during the seal slaughter will increase by 50,000 this year. Even seal slaughterers seemed to be calling her bluff , as they wondered who, if anyone, would be buying the pelts

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Make Up Forever Shows You How To Rock Joan Jett

At first glance you might not think of Joan Jett as a beauty icon. But the more you think about it, someone had to start what has now become a classic rock and roll look. As the godmother of punk, her look is now being thrown on the big screen with the new biopic The Runaways

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Humane Society’s Naomi Rose on SeaWorld and Marine-Mammal Captivity

During a routine day at SeaWorld on Feb. 24, whale trainer Dawn Brancheau was killed by Tilikum, a six-ton orca already linked to two other deaths. Orcas are a threatened species in some places , and while the park has no plans to relocate Tilikum, Dr

Have you received a cash for appliances rebate?

Save with a cash for appliances rebate. If you're a reader of the Consumer Reports Home & Garden blog, you know that we regularly cover the $300 million State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program, otherwise known as cash for appliances or cash for clunkers for appliances

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Periodic Table of Science Bloggers

UPDATE: I’ve now added a lot of science types to the Periodic Table of Science Bloggers. All those elements in bronze are now taken, those in gold are mine and equally taken.

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Periodic Table of Science Bloggers

A Salute To Military Inspired Jackets!

With sunnier days up ahead, many of us are already anticipating the lighter, skimpier outfits that we’ll get to wear soon. But hold up! Spring is beautiful and all, but it’s not quite summer, so don’t start eschewing warmth enhancing outerwear just yet. With fluid lines, loose draping and generally more voluminous silhouettes spotted for upcoming spring trends, another must-have staple for this season, the military jacket , is the perfect way to add some structure and create a waistline

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Cruel Experiment on Sheep Violates Law, PETA Petitions to Prosecute

http://www.flickr.com/photos/alanvernon/ CC BY 2.0 PETA always tries to explain to people that what is done to animals inside laboratories would be illegal if it happened anywhere else. Burning, shocking, or poisoning a dog would typically land someone in jail. But paradoxically, as long as the abuse happens in a laboratory and is called “science,” the people responsible for it are exempt from prosecution under cruelty laws in almost every state.

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Inside Consumer Reports Test Labs: How we test low-VOC interior paints

As you can see in our March 2010 report on interior paint , nearly all the top-scoring paints are among the lowest in volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are linked to pollution, smog, and respiratory problems. They contain no more than 50 grams per liter (g/l), much less than the 380 g/l once common in the most-used low-luster paints.

10% Wool, by Jeff Corriveau: Tag and Release Winner

Thanks for all your wonderful comments on 10% Wool’s very first “Tag and Release” comic! The winning caption was written by Misty. Congratulations! Don’t forget to keep an eye out for future “Tag and Release” comics and more chances to win.

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Bag Of The Week: Alexander Wang Pyramid Clutch

Leave it up to Alexander Wang to create a bag that somehow looks so “out there,” yet at the same time has the classic feel of a long-standing staple that simply belongs in your wardrobe! Aside from its revolutionary shape, the Darla Clutch isn’t too different from any trendy pebbled leather, zip-closure, studded handheld bag… but that pyramid shape takes the interest level up a few dozen notches

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