Tuesday, February 7, 2012

title pic Zapping NASA’s Radiation Tests on Monkeys

Shouldn’t every day be “Bring Your Daughter to the Demo” Day? This adorable girl joined other proud PETA supporters outside Johnson Space Center in Houston yesterday to urge NASA to ground its misguided plans to torment monkeys in cruel and ineffective radiation experiments. They educated tons of passersby about the more than two dozen monkeys who will be zapped with a large dose of radiation in NASA’s crude experiment at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Long Island, New York

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Zapping NASA’s Radiation Tests on Monkeys

title pic How to Give Your Valentine a Gift They Won’t Forget

Tired of giving chocolates, roses and teddy bears every February 14? Break out of the Valentine’s Day hum-drum and give your sweetie something truly original

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How to Give Your Valentine a Gift They Won’t Forget

title pic Olympic Skater Goes Faux–for Now

Fur-loving figure skater Johnny Weir was pelted recently—with protests from animal defenders who were aghast to spot white fox fur in one of his costumes. Along with many others, we contacted Weir—and his agent was quick to point out that PETA made its case in a professional manner

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Olympic Skater Goes Faux–for Now

title pic CBS Advocating for Super Bowl Advocacy Ads

With the Super Bowl fast approaching, all eyes are on CBS and its plans to run an anti-abortion ad featuring college-football-star-to-watch Tim Tebow, sponsored by Focus on the Family. “We have for some time moderated our approach to advocacy submissions after it became apparent that our stance did not reflect public sentiment or industry norms on the issue,” said CBS spokesperson Dana McClintock—the same woman who cited the network’s “general policy against airing advocacy advertisements” when CBS refused to air our “Pizza Delivery” ad in 2004. Share on Facebook | Viewing Options Embed Apparently, the times are a-changin’, and we’re left asking a question: Do CBS’ actions herald an era in which our provocative spots will see airtime

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CBS Advocating for Super Bowl Advocacy Ads

title pic Kristen Stewart Endures Bad Haircut for Sake of Movie

Sure, Charlize Theron gained thirty pounds and had bad skin when she played a serial killer. And Robert DeNiro is known for altering his physical persona so as to disappear into a movie role

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Kristen Stewart Endures Bad Haircut for Sake of Movie

title pic Video Style Steal: Get Rihanna’s Military-Inspired Sexy Look From “Hard”

As much as I love the fact that Rihanna is back and admire the strength it took for her to forge ahead through the trials and tribulations of her past year, I’m not sure I needed a whole song reminding me over and over again exactly how tough her skin is.

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Video Style Steal: Get Rihanna’s Military-Inspired Sexy Look From “Hard”

title pic My Latest Obsession: ShopSheBoutique.com 

The “She” in ShopSheBoutique.com stands for “She Has Everything.” The shop is tops for sophistication, glamour, and everything that is fashion forward in Chicago. The blend of styles is eclectic with influences from Europe to the California coast. Casual knitwear and gorgeous dresses are She Boutique’s specialties

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My Latest Obsession: ShopSheBoutique.com 

title pic Oprah and Alicia Silverstone Talk Vegan

What do you get when two of our all-time favorite people— Oprah Winfrey and Alicia Silverstone —tackle the topic of America’s addiction to cheaply raised, unhealthy animal products? An episode of Oprah that’s both a chilling reality check and a charming hunger-inducer

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Oprah and Alicia Silverstone Talk Vegan

title pic Teach Me Thursday – Tutorials & DIY

It’s my favorite day of the week, Teach Me Thursday! Today I’m getting back to Tip Junkie roots by featuring several different tutorials in a couple different categories.

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Teach Me Thursday – Tutorials & DIY

title pic How-To Hair: Diane Kruger’s SAG Awards Hair

Photo from fOTOGLIF Photo from fOTOGLIF Nominee Diane Kruger’s glamorous asymmetrical Jason Wu gown was the inspiration for the soft, romantic side-chignon that celebrity stylist Mark Townsend created for the SAG awards. How to get Diane Kruger’s look: “I started by taking a small amount of Moroccanoil® Treatment and finger combed it through Diane’s dry hair” explained Townsend

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How-To Hair: Diane Kruger’s SAG Awards Hair

title pic Too Much Prettiness in One Relationship: Brad and Angelina Split 

According to “sources” and a former FBI agent who is an expert at body language, are calling the whole thing off. Then again, according to other “sources” they’re so in love it’s sickening. Evidence for the break-up include Examiner.com’s analysis of the couple’s body language on the red carpet recently, reports that Brad has bought his own place complete with man-cave to get away from Angelina, reports of fights over custody of the couple’s 35 children, a rumored affair between Jolie and her dialogue coach on the movie Salt, and hints at Brad’s excessive drinking.

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Too Much Prettiness in One Relationship: Brad and Angelina Split 

title pic Eco-Friendly Winter Clothing Gift Ideas

When below-freezing temperatures and endless snowflakes trickle from the sky – boots, heavy coats, and other warmer attire certainly come in handy during the winter season. The weather colder also creates the perfect opportunity to shower family and friends with winter-related gifts. Perhaps you have an avid skier in the family or someone is heading to Aspen for a luxurious getaway

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Eco-Friendly Winter Clothing Gift Ideas

title pic Show Me Your To Do Lists

Once again for today’s Talk To Me Tuesday , we’re doing something a little different.  Lately I’ve been wondering a lot about how you organize your life.  Do you have a master “To Do List” like I do, do you wing it, do you have a schedule or are you more laid back?  Oh the questions I have.  Therefore, to get another sneak peak into your life, today you can show off your: To do list Your schedule Your favorite organizational item or system Or Just talk about how you run your family Cuz, I totally want to know and learn from the fellow crafters out there!  I know it’s a little different but I hope you’ll have fun with it and play with us today.

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Show Me Your To Do Lists

title pic Make Over Monday

Tip Junkie is here to take the drab out of Mondays with Make Over Monday . I’ve received some fabulous make overs from Tip Junkie readers and I hope they’ll inspire you to turn your trash into treasure this week

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Make Over Monday

title pic How to Protect Your Ideas

I addressed the issue of protecting your creative ideas and photos back in September of 2008.  However, with all the new bloggers that have joined our favorite past time, I feel like it’s time to talk about it again. The hot topic for today is copyright

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How to Protect Your Ideas

title pic Hope for Haiti – Easy Ways to Help

Hey lovely Ladies.  I’m finally devoting a day to get through the insane amount of e-mails that have been stacking up in my inbox. In there I have been asked by service oriented women to help spread the word about their efforts to raise money for the victims in Haiti. I’m so excited to not only show you how easy it is to help the victims of such a terrible tragedy, but also promote the fabulous Mom-preneurs who are also joining in the cause.  {{hugs to all who help!}} 1.

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Hope for Haiti – Easy Ways to Help

title pic 100th Day of School Ideas

Hip Hip Hooray, it’s almost the 100th Day!  One of my all time favorite posts is the 100th Day of School project post I did a couple years ago. Here are some more ideas to help  your kiddo celebrate such a fun day of school. 1.  Hudson’s 100th Day of school shirt 2. My Kids are 100 Days Smarter 3.  100 Characters of Jack shirt 4.  100 years old costume 5.

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100th Day of School Ideas

title pic Let Your Love Light the World- One Candle at a Time

Living in loveliness sets the stage for a beautiful life… For Valentine’s Day, I want to help spread the  Love that I have for the romantic luxury soy candles created by  Aglow Eco Living . These candles have gained popularity for their unique personal style and amazing  scents . There are letters for every name and symbols from peace to love – crowns, cross, stars and more

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Let Your Love Light the World- One Candle at a Time

title pic Handmade Valentine Gifts Ideas

Hey Ladies!  Today I’m continuing to feature handmade Valentine’s Day gift ideas.  I hope this inspires you to make something fabulous this week. Do you have a make over tutorial on your blog?

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Handmade Valentine Gifts Ideas

title pic Gifts for National Hobby Month

Did you know that January is National Hobby Month – a relatively unknown time of the year when hobbyists celebrate their passions? When you’re looking for an excuse to shop in January for a loved one and need an idea, use this fun celebration as a starting point. Additionally, the month gives people a chance to explore new interests.

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Gifts for National Hobby Month

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