Savvy Tip: Deduct Your Donation to Haiti on Your 2009 Taxes


Updated 01/27/10 6:05 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

Deduct Your Donation to Haiti on Your 2009 Taxes

If the news of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, and relief efforts like the star-studded telethon that raised $57 million last week have inspired you to contribute a donation you're in for a handy tax treat. You can claim your donation as a tax deduction on your 2009 return. Consumer Reports advises: To qualify, the donations must be monetary—not sold securities or used clothing, for Read more

Breast vs. Bottle Debate Enters the Haitian Relief Efforts


Updated 01/22/10 6:28 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 5 comments

Haitian Relief Efforts for Children

While the images of the death and destruction in Haiti have spurred an outpouring of support for the devastated nation, they are also re-igniting the never-ending debate about the best way to feed a baby. Since the catastrophic earthquake hit, many relief agencies have sent out email, Facebook and Twitter requests for baby formula, bottles and nipples to help nourish the littlest ones affected by Read more

Wee Are the World: Saving the Children of Haiti


Updated 01/14/10 2:05 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Haitian Relief Efforts for Children 2010-01-14 14:00:52

The devastation is unthinkable, and yet countless children are living through it right now. The catastrophic earthquake that hit Haiti this week has left children and families without life's basic necessities. As parents, we try to provide our children with comfort and calm, but in the wake of disaster, there is no norm for the littlest survivors. Since 1985, Save the Children has worked with Read more

Do You Donate to Relief Efforts?


Updated 01/14/10 6:16 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 8 comments

Do You Donate to Relief Efforts?

Haiti was hit by a devastating earthquake on Tuesday, and officials are still picking up the pieces and assessing the damage. Governments and aid agencies from around the world are rushing to help the country and its people, but help isn’t limited to organizations — tons of individuals are also doing their part by making contributions to the Red Cross, UNICEF, and other agencies. It’s Read more

Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger Join More Stars at a Haiti: Carnival in Cannes


Updated 05/21/12 10:44 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Diane Kruger and Joshua Jackson Haiti: Carnival in Cannes Event Pictures

Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger arrived hand in hand for the Haiti: Carnival in Cannes event on Friday. Diane wore a stunning navy chiffon gown by Jason Wu, while Joshua looked dapper in a black suit and bow tie. The event, which was presented by Giorgio Armani, supports Sean Penn’s J/P Haitian Relief Organization and Paul Haggis's Artists For Peace and Justice, as well as Petra Nemcova's Happy Read more

Louis Bullock Takes a Break From Walking to Cozy Up in Sandra's Arms


Updated 03/30/11 6:44 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Pictures of Sandra Bullock and Louis Leaving Their Manhattan Home

Sandra Bullock carried her son, Louis, as they left their Manhattan home earlier today. Louis modeled his little Nike sneakers but didn't show off his fancy new walking skills this time. Sandra's been enjoying time in the Big Apple filming Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close opposite Tom Hanks, while still finding time to join her little man on playdates at the park. The philanthropic actress Read more

9 Techies on the Forbes List of 100 Most Powerful Women


Updated 08/25/11 2:54 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Forbes Most Powerful Women Technology

Forbes's list of the World's 100 Most Powerful Women has been released, and we're excited to see quite a few techies in the group. Forbes selects candidates within six categories: billionaires, business, lifestyle (including entertainment and fashion), media, nonprofits, and politics. From those categories, each person is ranked upon three metrics: "dollars, a traditional and social media Read more

Top Chef, No Reservations Among 2011 Emmy Nominations


Updated 07/26/11 2:43 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Food Shows Nominated For 2011 Primetime Emmy Awards

The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced its 2011 nominations for Primetime Emmy Awards this morning, and, as usual, a number of food programs were included. On the exhaustive list of Emmy nominees were Top Chef for Outstanding Reality Competition (among other nominations); and Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations for Outstanding Nonfiction Series, with a number of additional nods Read more