Ask LIVESTRONG: Forget the Politics

After yesterday’s State of the Union address by President Obama LIVE STRONG posted a message in support of comprehensive health care reform, calling for a reexamination of the plan on the table but opening the door for other options. This morning we sent an email to our constituents asking them to remind their elected officials to stay on target and not forget health care reform

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 Melissa’s NYC Buying Trip for Fall 2010: Day 3

Read Melissa’s NYC Buying Trip for Fall 2010: Day 1 Day 2 Time to hit the shows! The first one was the ENK NYC show that was in a cool venue that, back in the day (way back), used to be a well known underground nightclub called the tunnel.

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Melissa’s NYC Buying Trip for Fall 2010: Day 3

 Melissa’s NYC Buying Trip for Fall 2010: Day 2

Read Melissa’s NYC Buying Trip for Fall 2010: Day 1 Woke up to a beautiful Spring day in New York – I have attended market in NYC every January for the past 15 years (before as a wholesaler, now as a buyer) and I have never seen weather like this! Usually we’re snowed in or it’s at least super cold, today I was wearing a blazer with no coat. Figured it was a sign that I should enjoy the day and do “research” instead, so the day started with brunch with the girls at a place called Public .

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Melissa’s NYC Buying Trip for Fall 2010: Day 2

 Fan effort to make A Forest #1 in UK charts

“A fan on Facebook has set up an event to get “A Forest” to number 1 on the week of Robert’s birthday.” (Thanks Aaron and Danny) Update: And if you really care about any of this, fans of The Smiths and Girls Aloud are also attempting something similar in Feb.

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 Sandra Bullock teams up with Coach for Charity

Sandra Bullock, who recently donated $1 million to the relief efforts in Haiti, has teamed up with Coach to benefit another one of her favorite charities: the Beauty Bus Foundation . The Beauty Bus Foundation is a non profit organization that is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for home-bound, terminally or chronically ill patients and their caregivers. “We provide in-home beauty and grooming treatments, free of charge, to empower our clients, help them maintain dignity and give them respite during a difficult time

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 Talked with Krystal’s Design 2009 Slipcover Design Winner

Today I talked with Krystal Close of Krystal’s Design who was our Winner of the 2009 Slipcover Design Contest. click here to listen as I talked with Krystal about her business, her favorite products and her reaction to winning the…

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Talked with Krystal’s Design 2009 Slipcover Design Winner

 What’s new in washing machines? Check out our latest report and ratings

There's a load of good news in our latest report on washing machines and dryers . The price of many washers has fallen over the past year, and you can save even more by taking advantage of the federal $300 million cash for clunkers for appliances rebate program .

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What’s new in washing machines? Check out our latest report and ratings

 Inside Consumer Reports Test Labs: Bissell CleanAlong Canister 48K2 is no mean machine

The Bissell CleanAlong Canister 48K2, $160. Bissell's slogan is “We mean clean,” and the manufacturer's OxyPro Carpet & Stain Remover and ProHeat 2X9200 carpet-cleaning machine did a pretty good job in our upcoming report on carpet cleaners, which will be on ConsumerReports.org and newsstands early next week.

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 I Love to Create: Craft Corps Meets Craft SuperShow!

I’m back from the CHA Craft SuperShow in Anaheim, where got to spend loads of time spreading the Craft Corps gospel. With a website housing more than 300 profiles of crafters like you, and less than 5 months until my book celebrating both professional and hobbiest hand-makers alike hits shelves, I can’t tell you how excited I am to see the enthusiasm out there for the Craft Corps movement.

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 Hunger Challenge Week Day 3

In my house we like Asian flavors. Pad thai, swimming rama, coconut curry, and teriyaki are frequent visitors on my plate. In the spirit of Hunger Week, I’ll share my curry recipe that only costs $1.30 per serving, including brown rice.

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 See by Chloe Bags: Ring Around Shoulder and Grasshopper Bag

As far as the brand See by Chloe goes, I wouldn’t call myself a fan. I refer to their accessories line in which most portray nothing more than unflattering looks and designs. I spotted these two newbie’s to the See by Chloe collection, and I’m quite impressed at how much I don’t dislike these bags, they’re actually decent… The puddly “Ring Around Shoulder Bag” looks as functional as it appears fun

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See by Chloe Bags: Ring Around Shoulder and Grasshopper Bag

 Candy Gifts for Valentine’s Day

Go ahead and say how you feel…in the tastiest way possible. These Wild About You pops are crafted using rich milk chocolate with sweet, white chocolate lettering

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 King West Supports Haiti

King West Love Haiti Century Room Tuesday, February 2nd Please join us for a special evening in support of the people of Haiti. $20 minimum donation with 100% of proceeds going to UNICEF. Thank you everyone for your support! If you are unable to attend the event, please visit www.unicef.ca/KW4HAITI to make your contribution

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 Housing crisis and energy factor in President Obama’s State of the Union

Photo: Chuck Kennedy President Barack Obama covered a wide range of topics during his State of the Union address last night . The housing crisis and energy use and efficiency were two frequent Home & Garden blog topics the president touched upon.

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 13 Is Not Unlucky For Mary Kay Executive

The Santa Fe New Mexican : Melinda Balling, an executive senior sales director with Mary Kay Inc., a national cosmetics firm, recently took possession of her 13th pink Cadillac at Santa Fe Chevrolet Cadillac. The auto is in honor of her career achievements, which include generating sales of more than $1 million in retail sales last year.

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13 Is Not Unlucky For Mary Kay Executive

 Arbonne Consultant Donating Profits To Haiti Fund

ExpertClick : Like so many Americans, Carol Dunitz has felt deep sadness and concern for the people of Haiti. “We read in the news about an estimated body count at 150,000,” Dunitz says, “but the numbers don’t begin to tell the story. This tragedy is not about numbers.

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 Dream Bag: Balenciaga giant city bag

Balenciaga’s city bag series is becoming more and more popular among the rich and successful, and with new designs like this coming out, it’s easy to see why. The ultimate in neo-yuppie chic, these bags will get you organised even if you

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Dream Bag: Balenciaga giant city bag

 Gluten-free Nanaimo Bars with Cranberry Saffron Custard

A prize winning dessert named after the beautiful of Nanaimo city,the bars are famous Canadian delicacy.Assembled with a crunchy layer of graham crackers,cocoa and coconut,over a cushion of light custard ,and finally topped with a decadent layer of chocolate mmmm…one bite in to the luscious layers,you know this is a simply heavenly confection.

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 THN.com Blog: Loser point has run its course

It doesn’t end games quicker, it doesn’t help playoff races and it doesn’t alter the standings very much, so why does the NHL still have a loser point?

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 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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