Shauna Wright
What States Are the Best — And Worst — To Find a Job?
If you’re one of the millions of Americans currently looking for work, you might want to consider moving — seems your odds of landing a job are better in some states than others.
Want to Spend Less Money? Try This Secret — Dollars and Sense
You might have a pocketful of cash — but the size of those bills matters when it comes to how much of it you’re likely to spend.
When Is The Cheapest Time to Book a Flight? — Dollars and Sense
If you’re starting to plan your summer vacation, you may think buying your plane tickets months ahead of time is a cost-saving move. But according to a new study, that may not necessarily be true.
New Movie Releases — ‘The Grey,’ ‘Man on a Ledge’ and ‘One for the Money’
Cold, gray weather got you down? May be a trip to the theater to see one of the three new movies opening in wide-release this weekend is the cure for what ails you.
This Day in History for January 26 – Australia Founded and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1788 – Captain Arthur Phillip guides a fleet of 11 British ships carrying convicts to the colony of New South Wales, effectively founding Australia (More info)
1961 – President John F. Kennedy appoints Janet Travell as his personal physician, making her the first woman in history to hold the post (More info)
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Celebrity Birthdays for January 26 – Eddie Van Halen, Ellen DeGeneres and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Eddie Van Halen
Age: 57
Occupation: Guitar God
Known For: Being one of the most influential, original, and talented rock guitarists of the 20th century, co-founding the legendary band Van Halen, songs like ‘Runnin’ with the Devil,’ ‘Jump’ and ‘Right Now,’ and a former marriage to lookalike actress Valerie Bertinelli
Celebrity Birthdays for January 25 – Alicia Keys, Michael Trevino and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Alicia Keys
Age: 31
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician
Known For: Selling 30 million albums worldwide, winning a boatload of Grammys, charting singles like ‘Fallin’,’ ‘A Woman’s Worth,’ ‘If I Ain’t Got You’ and ‘No One,’ and her marriage to producer Swizz Beatz
This Day in History for January 25 – First Winter Olympics and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1915 – Alexander Graham Bell inaugurates US transcontinental telephone service, speaking from New York to Thomas Watson in San Francisco (More info)
1924 – The French Alps hosts the first Winter Olympics games (More info)
Survivors of Costa Concordia Ship That Sank Offered 30 Percent Off Future Cruises
In what’s being seen by many as an incredulous move, Carnival Corp., the parent company of the downed Costa Concordia cruise ship, is offering survivors of the disaster 30 percent off future cruise vacations.
This Day in History for January 23 – Vietnam Peace Settlement and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1849 – Elizabeth Blackwell is awarded her M.D. by the Geneva Medical College of Geneva, New York, becoming the first female doctor in the United States (More info)
1957 – Machines at the Wham-O toy company roll out the first batch of their aerodynamic plastic discs, better known as Frisbees (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for January 23 – Rutger Hauer, Mariska Hargitay and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Rutger Hauer
Age: 68
Occupation: Actor
Known For: Appearing in films like ‘Blade Runner,’ ‘Sin City,’ ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ and ‘Batman Begins,’ and being a dedicated environmentalist who also founded the Rutger Hauer Starfish Association, an AIDS awareness organization
Celebrity Birthdays for January 20 – Paul Stanley, Bill Maher and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Paul Stanley
Age: 60
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician
Known For: Being the rhythm guitarist, primary lead vocalist and “Starchild” for the legendary rock band Kiss, known for scores of popular songs like ‘Shout It Out Loud,’ ‘Detroit Rock City’ and ‘I Was Made for Lovin’ You’