Posted on October 19, 2009Jason Bateman: Career Development
Jason Bateman first became famous as a child star of popular American TV shows in the 1980s. After a nearly 10-year hiatus from stardom, he made an impressive comeback with 2003’s offbeat comedy “Arrested Development.” Now, at age 40, Bateman is at...
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Posted on October 19, 2009Ramadan: A Time of Reflection and Worship for Muslims
Ramadan is an Islamic religious observance that takes place during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. In the western calendar, the dates of Ramadan vary, moving forward about ten days each year. In 2009, Ramadan falls begins Saturday August 22...
Posted on June 19, 2009Twilight Stars Conquer American Magazine Covers
Following the release of the movie Twilight last fall, young actors Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson are now worldwide superstars. The pair, relatively unknown before their roles in Twilight, has graced the covers of almost every American...
Posted on June 26, 2009Betsy Ross and the American Flag
A common practice among Americans celebrating Independence Day each July 4th is to display an American flag because it is a symbol of freedom and liberty, which the United States promises in the Bill of Rights and proclaimed in the Declaration of...
Posted on June 19, 2009Farah Fawcett: American Icon
Farrah Fawcett is an American actress best known for appearing on the 1970s TV show Charlie’s Angels, which catapulted her acting career and made her a pop culture icon. Recently however, Farrah Fawcett has been in the American media for her battle...
Posted on June 26, 2009John Hancock: American Patriot
Of the 56 men that signed the Declaration of Independence, the first, largest and most famous signature is of John Hancock, President of the Second Continental Congress. His signature is so famous that the term “John Hancock” is used as a colloquial...
Posted on June 19, 2009Saving the Elephants
Elephants are incredible creatures. The largest mammals on earth; their brains are larger than any other land animals. They are also very intelligent and strong. Scientists have determined elephants are capable of a wide variety of behaviors...
Posted on June 19, 2009Arthritis: Know the Facts
An estimated 46 million people in the United States suffer from some type of arthritis, according to a recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control. Currently there is no cure for arthritis; prevention is key.
Posted on May 26, 2009Summer 2009 Movies
Movies released between May 1 and Labor Day each year are considered to have the most potential for summer blockbuster status. This summer, most of the movies to be released are based on popular books series or popular cartoon series.
Posted on May 26, 2009Swine Flu: Know the Facts
In March 2009 a new strain of the Type A influenza virus known as H1N1 or swine flu began spreading. Though the widespread occurrence of this virus is noteworthy, now is not the time to panic. It is important to know the facts and make good...
Posted on May 26, 2009Annie Leibovitz: Creating Magazine Controversy
Annie Leibovitz is an American photographer whose work for magazines has been at the center of many controversies. Leibovitz was born in Waterbury, Connecticut in 1949. Her father was a lieutenant colonel in the United States Air Force and so the...
Posted on May 26, 2009Autism: Know the Facts
The disorder autism, which affects children at an early age, is a one of the most-talked about health topics in American news magazines lately. Doctors and researchers still don’t know much about how or why children get autism but more and more...
Posted on May 26, 2009Jessica Simpson: Magazine Controversies
Jessica Simpson is an American singer and actress who rose to fame in the 1990s with a string of pop-rock hit songs and a reality show co-starring her then husband Nick Lachey on MTV. Now the Simpson is making headlines and magazine covers for her...
Posted on May 26, 2009A Brief History of Basketball
In the U.S. basketball teams make up about 13 percent of franchised sports; an average of 17,558 spectators regularly attend professional basketball games played by the NBA. The combined revenue from the 30 NBA teams is about $3.37 billion and...
Posted on May 26, 2009March Madness: American Tradition
For men’s college basketball fans across the U.S. March means one thing: March Madness. The term refers to the championship tournament that lives up to its name—it’s an American tradition that turns millions of fans into fanatics.
Posted on May 26, 2009Spring Forward and Fall Back: A Brief History of Daylight Savings Time
For as long as the practice of adapting daylight hours has been in existence, the practice has been controversial. However, of the countries that participate in the practice each is attempting to develop ways to conserve energy and better society...
Posted on February 16, 2009American Heart Month: Ways to Prevent Heart Diseases
Cardiovascular or heart diseases, including stroke, are the No. 1 killer in the U.S. and worldwide. To urge Americans to join the battle against these diseases February is designated by Congress as “American Heart Month.”
Posted on January 8, 2009A Brief History of Martin Luther King Day
Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an African-American minister, activist and prominent leader in the American civil rights movement during the 1950s-1960s. Today he is a human rights icon and the U.S. along with a few other nations celebrate his...
Posted on December 28, 2008Top 10 Best-Selling Magazines Make Great Gifts
In these tough economic times magazine subscriptions make great gifts. Consider these top-selling magazines for gifts.
Posted on December 28, 2008Top 10 Holiday Movies
The best holiday movies make viewers laugh, cry and inspire the holiday spirit. They are heartwarming and funny. Here's a look at the Top 10 Holiday movies of all time:
Posted on December 28, 2008Online Holiday Shopping Tips
With just a click of the mouse, shoppers can buy nearly any product online -- from groceries to magazine subscriptions. The world of electronic commerce enables consumers to shop at thousands of online stores and pay for their purchases without...
Posted on December 28, 2008Practical Holiday Gift Giving Tips
With the current tough economic times it is best to be practical in gift-giving. Though it may seem like a chore, making and sticking to a holiday gift-giving budget is a smart way to survive, thrive and enjoy this year's holidays.
Posted on December 28, 2008Santa Claus Magazine Covers
Santa Claus, St. Nick, Kris Kringle— is one of America's illustrious holiday inventions. Popularity of the myth, derived from a Dutch legend, started with Clement Clark Moore's poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas" and continued with the monumental...
Posted on December 28, 2008Famous Holiday Themed Magazine Covers
Magazine covers are the most influential aspect of a magazine. Since the conception of magazines, editors have employed artists, illustrators and photographers to create memorable and original artwork for magazine covers.
Posted on November 30, 2008Spruce Up Your Christmas Decorations
There are many ways to decorate your home for Christmas. Traditional decorations include both religious and secular decorations. Home magazines provide many ideas on how to freshen up tired Christmas decorations.
Posted on November 30, 2008Strategies for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
Recent research studies have found Americans binge eat and thus gain weight during the holidays. Don't have to overeat or over-indulge. Instead put into place easy strategies to breeze your way through the holidays.
Posted on November 30, 2008Best Magazines for Men
Magazines are great gifts for men. Magazine subscriptions are affordable and last all-year long. There is a magazine on every topic. Here is a list of some of the top-rated magazines great for male readers.
Posted on November 30, 2008Magazines with the Best Gift Guides
Each December magazines help readers with their holiday shopping by including gift guides in their issues. Here are several magazines that always produce helpful holiday gift guides.
Posted on November 30, 2008Holiday Movie Preview
Many movie buffs argue the holiday season is the best time for movies. Studios release Oscar-worthy flicks and family-friendly fare—there's something for everyone. This year is no different. From dramas, historical stories and family-fantasies, this...
Posted on November 30, 2008Best Children's Magazines for Holiday Gifts
Make your holiday gifts last all-year long by giving your favorite kid a magazine subscription. Kids love getting mail addressed to them. There are many great magazine options for kids of all ages on a countless topics of interest like sports,...
Posted on November 30, 2008Know the Difference Between Healthy and Unhealthy Anxiety
From one time or another everyone has anxiety but when anxiety interrupts normal day-to-day activities it is unhealthy. Know the signs and who to talk to when anxiety becomes a problem.
Posted on November 30, 2008Magazines Love James Bond
British author Ian Fleming created the character “James Bond 007" in 1953. Fleming featured James Bond in 12 novels and two short stories. Now the James Bond movie franchise is the second longest movie franchise to date and has made approximately $4...
Posted on November 30, 2008The Health Benefits of Probiotics
Lately, many magazines and other publications have widely reported on the health benefits of probiotics, which are dietary supplements that contain live bacteria and yeast. Researchers continue to study whether probiotics help treat and prevent...
Posted on October 26, 2008Carol Mutter: A First for Women in the Military
Retired Lieutenant General Carol Mutter is the first woman in the U.S. Armed Forces to be promoted to a three-star rank by the President of the United States.
Posted on October 26, 20085 Great Golf Courses in the U.S.
Travel + Leisure Golf magazine is a bi-monthly golf magazine that focuses on the luxury golf lifestyle. Regular features include reviews of top-rated golf courses, golf resorts and the extravagance that goes along with a wealthy lifestyle. Launched...
Posted on October 26, 2008Drew Barrymore: Little Girl Lost No More
Drew Barrymore is a famous American actress and movie producer who overcame alcohol and drug addiction in her adolescence.
Posted on October 26, 2008Sarah Palin Lands Many Magazine Covers
Since Sen. John McCain announced her as his running mate for the 2008 U.S. Presidential race on August 29, Sarah Palin has been featured on many magazine covers and has garnered a massive amount of media attention.
Posted on October 26, 2008The Economist: Magazine of the Year
In 2008 Advertising Age magazine named The Economist “The Magazine of the Year" for its “crisp example of excellence in editorial, ad sales, circulation and marketing." The Economist is a distinctive publication that is growing in popularity in the...
Posted on October 26, 2008Celebrities Expecting in Hollywood
The birth of celebrity babies is a media event these days. This summer the birth of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's twins took magazine headlines to a new level--frenzy. Many other celebrities are expecting this fall and winter and the frenzy over...
Posted on October 26, 2008Tina Fey is a Funny Lady
Talented comedy writer, comedian, actress and producer Tina Fey is making magazine headlines for impersonating vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin, winning awards and most recently for signing a multi-million dollar book deal this year.
Posted on October 26, 2008Spotlight on Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson is an African-American singer and actress. She rose to fame as a finalist on the television show “American Idol" and after losing went onto win an Academy Award in her debut movie role.
Posted on October 26, 2008Anne Hathaway: Hollywood Princess
Anne Hathaway is an American actress known for her sophisticated style and her evolving movie career. In the last year she has made many magazine headlines because of her personal life but now the media attention has turned to Oscar-buzz for her...
Posted on October 26, 2008Great Ideas for Thanksgiving Food
The origins of the modern Thanksgiving holiday are disputable by historians beyond the tradition of celebrating the end of the harvest season by expressing gratitude for the bountiful harvest, which has survived centuries. Today, as in the past,...
Posted on October 26, 2008Flu Shots: What You Need to Know
Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that can be mild to severe and in many cases lead to death. Each year according to the Centers for Diseases Control, between 5 to 20% of the U.S. population gets influenza, also known as the flu. There...
Posted on October 26, 2008Top Women's Magazine: Family Circle Magazine
Family Circle magazine is an American women's magazine that began publication in 1932 and because of its longevity has garnered the title by many as the best-selling women's magazine in the U.S. Today the magazine has 4,000,000 subscribers.
Posted on October 26, 2008Heart Disease is Preventable
Heart disease is the leading killer in the U.S. It is a general term that includes coronary heart disease and other heart conditions that can lead to serious results like heart attacks and strokes. Fortunately, in many cases, there are many ways to...
Posted on July 26, 2008Golf's Greatest Player: Tiger Woods
Currently Tiger Woods is ranked the World No. 1 professional golfer and he is arguably the most successful American golfer of all time. In 2007 he was the highest-paid professional golfer earning approximately $122 from winnings and endorsements.
Posted on July 26, 2008Type 2 Diabetes: The Next Epidemic
Health experts see many similarities between the epidemic of AIDS and the potential epidemic of type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes because the presence of obesity, the primary risk factor, is on a quick rise among a...
Posted on July 26, 2008Your Health: Asthma
According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, asthma affects 20 million Americans and is the most common long term disease affecting children.
Posted on June 7, 2008Boston Red Sox: The Early Years
The Red Sox are a professional American baseball team based in Boston, Massachusetts. The team has a dramatic history of heartbreak and triumph.
