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"To Get Rid of Hiccups, Have Someone Startle You. The truth is: Most home remedies, like holding your..."

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:46:52 -0400

“To Get Rid of Hiccups, Have Someone Startle You. The truth is: Most home remedies, like holding your breath or drinking from a glass of water backward, haven’t been medically proven to be effective, says Pollack. However, you can try this trick dating back to 1971, when it was published in The New England Journal of Medicine: Swallow one teaspoon of white granulated sugar. According to the study, this tactic resulted in the cessation of hiccups in 19 out of 20 afflicted patients. Sweet.”

- The Truth About 12 Health Myths - Healthy Living on Shine

(via fuckyeahmandygonzalez) fuck yeah mandy gonzalez?! UM. YEAH!

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:59:39 -0400

(via fuckyeahmandygonzalez)

fuck yeah mandy gonzalez?! UM. YEAH!

Riders stunned as MTA releases plan for whopping $130 monthly MetroCard

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:08:47 -0400

Riders stunned as MTA releases plan for whopping $130 monthly MetroCard:

I really think they’re saying this so that they can come down to a (still too high) compromise.

At $130, it would make more sense for people to buy regular MetroCards than monthly ones, and it wouldn’t take long for them to figure that out. A monthly card is only good if you get more rides out of it than you need. A regular $130 card would get you 52 rides with the new fare of $2.50. But many people only use their cards 40-46 times a month (20-23 days) because they don’t use them as much on weekends. That’s dumb.

As it is now, a regular $89 card would only give you 39 rides, so having the monthly makes sense because you get more bang for your buck.

So yeah, this isn’t staying. They’ll likely throw this around for a while and then compromise at the $110 price they wanted in the first place when they went down to $89.

Either way, it doesn’t make much of a difference to me. I’ll still keep walking everywhere. Maybe I’ll beat my record of walking 120-something blocks a couple of weeks ago.

Bedbugs Invade NYC Cinemas - Times Square theater temporarily shuttered

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:33:02 -0400

Bedbugs Invade NYC Cinemas - Times Square theater temporarily shuttered:

NOWHERE IS SAFE!

Muslims Fear Backlash Over Ramadan Feast on 9/11 - They worry some will believe they're celebrating the attacks

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:25:07 -0400

Muslims Fear Backlash Over Ramadan Feast on 9/11 - They worry some will believe they're celebrating the attacks:

I don’t believe in organized religion, but it’s just plain sad that they have to worry about celebrating their holiday because of what people might think of them.

"At Fatburger, you can order a “Hypocrite”—a veggie burger topped with crispy strips of bacon."

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:27:15 -0400

“At Fatburger, you can order a “Hypocrite”—a veggie burger topped with crispy strips of bacon.”

- mental_floss Blog » 50 Amazing Facts for Our 50th Issue

If you order this at Merlotte’s, Lafayette will bring it to your table.

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Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:40:47 -0400

deadgrotty:

apachequeen-: saint-iker: megustascuandocallas: (utopianeveryday)

"I dislike moments like Tyce Diorio’s “Cancer Dance,” for example, not because I disapprove of the..."

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:06:17 -0400

“I dislike moments like Tyce Diorio’s “Cancer Dance,” for example, not because I disapprove of the sentiment but rather because I feel as if the sentiment transcends the dance, and those contestants (in that case Melissa and Ade) are elevated above other contenders for reasons which went beyond their performance. Tyce used them as an outlet for his emotions, rather than using their skill as inspiration for his piece, and upsetting that balance can result in some impressive dancing but can also mask some of what makes the show so interesting.”

- When SYTYCD Art Meets SYTYCD Structure: Stacey Tookey’s Carefully Designed “Mad World” « Cultural Learnings

I very much agree with this!

"The role of women in hip-hop has been one of the most highly debated topics for years. That is why..."

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:42:35 -0400

“The role of women in hip-hop has been one of the most highly debated topics for years. That is why on Aug. 30, BET will air its first-ever original music documentary special, “My Mic Sounds Nice: A Truth About Women In Hip Hop.””

- BET Unveils My Mic Sounds Nice

I’m so excited!!!

girl quits job on dry erase board exposes farmville boss called her hopa theCHIVE

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:40:43 -0400

girl quits job on dry erase board exposes farmville boss called her hopa theCHIVE:

This is awesomely awesome.

"She mentioned boyfriends. So Michaels has dated black men? “Yes, I mean, years ago I was..."

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:52:32 -0400

“She mentioned boyfriends. So Michaels has dated black men? “Yes, I mean, years ago I was engaged to an African American, actually, a Cuban guy,” she replies. “I’m open to people. I’m looking for the spirit. I’m looking for the art. I don’t care if they’re purple green with polka dots. I’m so much deeper than that.””

- ‘Angry’ Mia Michaels Says Claims of ‘Dance’ Racism Are Ridiculous | PopEater.com

LMFAO! Sometimes, all you can really do is laugh. Oh, and point out that African American and Cuban are not the same thing.

"so many men are obsessed with not only their size, but making you come, which could kill the mood...."

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 22:20:13 -0400

“so many men are obsessed with not only their size, but making you come, which could kill the mood. Agree! I mean, yes! Yes! Yes!”

- Mommy with tattoos: After that sex session, I’m basking in the afterglow

Yeah, what’s up with that?!

nodaybuttodayblog: gottagetthatdance: rentlyrics: A...

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:59:06 -0400

nodaybuttodayblog:

gottagetthatdance:

rentlyrics:

A friend

but who Mark are youuuu

Mark has got his work, they say Mark lives for his work. And Mark’s in love with his work…Mark hides in his work.

OFFICIAL LOST EPILOGUE

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:54:00 -0400

OFFICIAL LOST EPILOGUE:

deadgrotty:

Since the Youtube video was taken down!

I just saw this and it blew my mind. My friend and I had this convo:

her: i have goosebumps!!!!!
me: why do they do this to us?!
i was living a perfectly normal life, moving on after lost
her: HOLY SHIT!!!!
me: this is like when you’re almost over your ex and decide you’re ready to see other people
then he walks in and is like “i don’t think this is over yet”
her: i know!!!!!
me: and then you bawl

her: i was more emotional during those ten minutes than during the ENTIRE finale

"And then there’s our knowledge of both Eminem’s and Rihanna’s all-too public..."

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 12:42:57 -0400

“And then there’s our knowledge of both Eminem’s and Rihanna’s all-too public experience with DV (with Kim Mathers and Chris Brown respectively), their emotional performance adding a whole other level of meaning to the video. All in all, it’s a powerful, honest statement that commands our attention and one that I think definitely stands up to the song.”

- ‘Love the Way You Lie’ Video: Domestic Violence Has Never Looked Like This | The Stir

'Inception' Star Tom Hardy: I'm An Actor, Of Course I've Had Gay Sex

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:29:57 -0400

'Inception' Star Tom Hardy: I'm An Actor, Of Course I've Had Gay Sex:

I really want Tom Hardy. Like, really. He’s so hot, I can barely stand it.

Grown Up Joey Lawrence Kept the 'Y' -- Here's Why

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:26:25 -0400

Grown Up Joey Lawrence Kept the 'Y' -- Here's Why:

Did I imagine those few years when everyone insisted on calling him Joe? Either way, the news of Joey Lawrence and Melissa Joan Hart in a sitcom together just made my life.

What It's Really Like To Be A Copy Editor - The Awl

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:17:45 -0400

What It's Really Like To Be A Copy Editor - The Awl:

Loved this so much. Loved.

"Charndra says, “I HATE getting flowers. How about ‘Here’s a dying plant..."

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:39:18 -0400

“Charndra says, “I HATE getting flowers. How about ‘Here’s a dying plant uterus!’ for romantic. I know that isn’t the norm, but I really think that the idea is stupid. If I want to see pretty flowers, I’ll grow some plants in the back yard and let the bees keep pollinating.””

- Lemondrop - Women, Relationships and Modern Life

OMG! Such is how I feel about flowers!

Alikewise, an Online Dating Site That Matches Book Lovers

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:42:59 -0400

Alikewise, an Online Dating Site That Matches Book Lovers:

This is awesome.