Jeremy Taylor
Whatever Happened to ‘Step by Step’ Star Christine Lakin? [PHOTO]
Then: Christine Lakin played Alicia ‘Al’ Lambert on the sitcom ‘Step By Step.’ Since Al was from the more male-dominated side of the blended family, she was more of tomboy than her two step sisters, although her burgeoning beauty shined through her character’s overalls and boxy flannel shirts. So what happened to her?
Is the Rift Between Rich and Poor Growing in America? — Survey of the Day
Spurred on by the recent “Occupy” protests, class conflict has become an increasing part of the public discourse.
This is reflected in a new poll from the Pew Research Center, which finds the percentage of Americans who see conflict between the rich and poor as a problem has jumped significantly over the last two years.
Petition to Bring Breastfeeding Back to ‘Sesame Street’ Is Gaining Steam [VIDEO]
Children of the ’70s and ’80s may remember that breastfeeding used to be featured on ‘Sesame Street,’ as a way of educating kids about the natural bodily function.
Apparently that practice has stopped, much to the dismay of the more than 5000 people who have signed a petition to “Bring Breastfeeding Back To Sesame Street.”
Is It OK to Use a Cell Phone in a Restaurant? — Survey of the Day
While most of us have grimaced when a friend or a diner at a nearby table has taken a cell phone call at a restaurant, most of us have also been guilty of exactly the same behavior.
Hostess Files for Bankruptcy — Here Are 10 Hostess Snacks You May Have Forgotten [IMAGES, VIDEOS]
It has long been said that a Twinkie would survive a nuclear war. But Hostess, the company that makes the treats, is not so immortal.
In fact, Hostess is expected to file for bankruptcy this week, citing over $800 million in debt. While there is a good chance Hostess will be able to reorganize or be bought out by another company — ensuring Twinkies, Ding Dongs and Ho Hos will remain in stores — it
Have You Started a Diet for 2012? — Survey of the Day
It’s been a little over a week since New Year’s resolutions kicked in, officially long enough to determine if you’ve started that diet that you promised yourself — if, in fact, you picked what is usually the year’s most popular resolution.
Puppy Has Adorably Strange Eating Habit [VIDEO]
This little pup really appreciates feeding time, and when he goes over to his bowl and begins to chow down he becomes so excited his hind legs pop up in the air in a way that has to be seen to be believed.
Controversy Alert! Majority Favors Death Penalty, Do You? — Survey of the Day
According to a new poll from the Pew Research Center, a solid but decreasing majority of Americans support the death penalty. Of the 2001 adults polled, 63 percent were in favor of capital punishment, whereas 31 percent were opposed.
Whatever Happened to ‘Head of the Class’ Star Tannis Vallely?
Then: Tannis Vallely played Janice Lazarotto, a 12-year-old prodigy who was able to outshine her older genius classmates in the sitcom ‘Head of the Class.’ Previous to that, Vallely appeared on the PBS show ’3-2-1 Contact.’
Has There Been Too Much Press Coverage of the Upcoming Presidential Election? — Survey of the Day
Had enough of Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich, Herman Cain and Barack Obama?
According to a new survey from Poll Position, a good chunk of Americans, representing all political stripes, think there has been too much press coverage of this elongated election season.
Italy Tops the List of Most Popular Vacation Destinations in 2012 — Survey of the Day
Are you planning on using your passport in 2012? According to a Travel-Ticker survey of 2,301 people, Italy is the most popular overseas travel spot for the coming year, with 43 percent citing it as one of their “dream destinations.”
Marriage Proposal ‘Fail’ At UCLA Basketball Game — Real or Fake? [VIDEO]
There weren’t a whole lot of basketball fans in the Pauley Pavilion stands when UCLA took on Richmond late last month, so you could almost hear every individual groan when a man proposed marriage to his girlfriend on the arena’s JumboVision and was cruely rebuffed.
But was it actually a failed marriage proposal or a hoax?