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Not only do we have to deal with rising gas prices, but our grocery bills are going to face an increase as well. Although retailers and food producers are willing to soak up the higher commodity costs, food prices have still been going up. Here's why it's pricier to shop for your eats: Many areas around the world have been plagued by bad weather conditions, which have impacted the amount of Read more
Nail art may be a hot commodity as of late, but there's another digit-oriented trend that's sweeping the nation: nail polishes inspired by the movies. In 2010, OPI came out with a line of Burlesque-branded lacquers, and the brand has also collaborated with a few other films, such as a Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides and Shrek Forever After. The Twilight franchise also became the Read more
Protect yourself by learning what identity thieves are up to with this helpful Business Insider story. Food costs everywhere are soaring and even so-called budget foods are eating our wallet. Today, the US Department of Agriculture brought more bad news to consumers with its annual analysis of food cost increases. According to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), the USDA sees prices going up on, Read more
Jon Hamm stopped by Anderson Cooper's talk show with silver fox and fellow Mad Men star John Slattery presumably to talk up the show's season premiere this Sunday. But Jon also found himself talking about Kim Kardashian. If you haven't been following along, last week Jon lamented the fact that the Kardashian show is more popular than Mad Men. He said, "Whether it’s Paris Hilton or Kim Read more
Time is a commodity that people will pay a pretty penny to have more of, but the only way to be able to have more time in your day to do the things you like is to be more efficient. The Wall Street Journal recommends starting a time log to better keep track of your day: Keep a time log. If you've ever tried to lose weight, you may have tried keeping a food journal. Sure, you're eating grilled Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Most of us spend about 40 hours per week at work — in other words, the majority of our waking hours. And nearly all of those hours are spent sitting at our desks. It’s a definite problem — and not just because we’re missing happy hour or quality couch time at home. There’s no shortage of discouraging research pointing Read more
The lovely Brooke Shields just granted Architectural Digest an exclusive look at her Manhattan town house, and I'm in love with each room that's featured. While a portion of the article is on the site, be sure to pick up a copy of the March issue of Architectural Digest to read the entire fascinating exclusive. Shields worked with decorator David Flint Wood on her four-story Greenwich Village Read more
Are you one of the women who lies about her diet hundreds of times per year? — Newser Stop bloody noses with bacon (seriously!) — The Frisky Because time is a commodity: quick breakfast ideas — Real Simple Reasons people ignore their doctor's advice — Shape Who needs meatballs? Try this tempeh bolognese instead — Vegetarian Times Get moving with a challenging leg workout: 100 squats? Read more
Time is such a precious gift, because it's a commodity that you can't buy . . . or so you think! I've found several gifts that will "buy" the recipient some time — they will be the perfect holiday treat for every busy professional. Check out this time-saving list that ranges from the budget-savvy to the lavish. Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Sharing an apartment or a house can be a very smart financial move: You’ll probably get more space than you would by yourself, you might be able to afford a nicer part of town, and it may give you room in your budget for extra saving. All the same, living with other people is tough, and the savings aren’t worth it if you end Read more
