Paula Kashtan
Emmy Awards 2011 Preview – Which Shows Picked Up the Most Nominations?
It’s Emmy time! The TV awards presentation is set for next Sunday, September 18th, and all the big shows will be represented. Here are the series that garnered the most nominations in 2011:
Paul Walker — Hunk of the Day [PICTURES, VIDEO]
Quintessential California boy Paul Walker is a lot more than just a sandy-haired surfer. The actor from ‘Varsity Blues’ and ‘The Fast and the Furious’ is also a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-itsu, a marine biologist, a race-car driver, an earthquake relief provider!
Drew Van Acker — Hunk of the Day [PHOTOS]
Ah, nothing like some prep school prettiness to get us all hot and bothered. Boyishly cute Drew Van Acker plays the slightly creepy character of Jason DiLaurentis on ABC Family’s ‘Pretty Little Liars,’ and like we said, he definitely fits the “pretty” bill.
Charlie Siem — Hunk of the Day [PICTURES, VIDEO]
Nothing’s more attractive than a man with a talent… and Charlie Siem certainly fits that bill. The hauntingly handsome classical violinist hails from Britain (sigh… an accent…), and released his first album in 2008. His latest album was released this month in the UK, and will soon be available in the US.
5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Do Their Homework
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Fall means school, and school means homework, and homework –- for many a family -– means stress and arguments. But getting homework done doesn’t have to be a daily battle. Here are a few easy ways for parents to make the routine a little easier for kids.
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The History Behind Labor Day
What’s not to love about Labor Day? A long weekend, BBQs and parades — really, no responsibilities except for having a great time and toasting the end of summer. But what exactly does Labor Day celebrate?
The Best Labor Day Sales on the Web
Labor Day means a three day weekend and respite from hard work for many, but it also means it's the season for end-of-summer deals. Here are some of the best savings of the season, from clothing to back-to-school gear.
Daniel Sunjata — Hunk of the Day [PICTURES, VIDEO]
A man in uniform? We like, we like. Two uniforms? SIGH. Such is the case for actor Daniel Sunjata, who plays firefighter Franco Rivera on ‘Rescue Me’ and nurse Eli on ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ He’s unique and exotic, and has an absolutely flawless smoldering gaze.
5 Great Educational Apps for Kids
Ever given a five-year-old with an iPad a dirty look? Silently tsk tsk-ed in your head? Hold onto your judgment for a minute – they're not all playing Angry Birds. In fact, there are tons of apps out there that are all about learning. Here, we
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Ben Whishaw — Hunk of the Day [PICTURES]
Thank you, BBC America, for bringing us the miniseries The Hour, starring the broodingly good-looking Ben Whishaw as Freddie. He hails from Bedfordshire, which to our American ear sounds incredibly ye olde worlde exotic.
10 Reasons to Look Forward to Fall
With Labor Day just around the corner, many are mourning the end of summertime. Don't fret — just remember these things that make fall great, from baseball to apple pie.
10 Great Songs About School
We've got ten good reason schools shouldn’t be cutting arts budgets: these great songs about their hallowed halls. After all, if they eliminated music classes, who’s gonna write songs about how cool school is?