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High Time for a High School Musical DVD Party

Molly — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 16:30:12 PST

All the PYT's from High School Musical were out in LA on Monday to celebrate the release of HSM2 on DVD. While Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens had a little cuddly time on the red carpet, the gang was all about charity as the event benefited a LA children's hospital. And even though the night's focus was on the second movie, the buzz was about how the cast is in talks to join up again for a third installment. Vanessa, for one, said, "I am so very excited... to do a third one for the big screen, I can't begin to think how much fun we'll have." After a bit of an iffy time in the middle there (uh, you know why), I can only imagine that Vanessa is extra thrilled to be back on screen playing Gabriella next to her heartthrob boyfriend.

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Images include Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Corbin Bleu, David Henrie, Monique Coleman, Jake T. Austin, Olesya Rulin, Kaycee Stroh, Madison Pettis, Kenny Ortega, Lucy Hale.

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Buzz News Roundup, 8/22

BuzzSugar — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 15:30:53 PDT

Paul "Pee-Wee" Reubens will guest-star on ABC's "Pushing Daisies," TV Guide reports. Meanwhile, Aidan Quinn is headed to "Canterbury's Law" to play Julianna Margulies' husband.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Eva Mendes will be playing a femme fatale with "dangerous curves" in the Frank Miller movie Will Eisner's The Spirit.
Ventriloquist Terry Fator has won "America's Got Talent," the Associated Press reports.
Variety reports that Tim Allen will write and star in a Disney comedy titled Brothers about a racially mixed pair of adopted brothers who are framed for a crime.
Billboard reports that the soundtrack to High School Musical 2 is No. 1 on The Billboard 200.
Margaret Nagle, creator of Lifetime's original series "Side Order of Life," has sold her movie script New York State of Mind, a fantastical love story filmed entirely in New York, reports ComingSoon.
"Nip/Tuck" creator Ryan Murphy is creating a pilot for FX about the life of a man who decides to get a sex change, Zap2it reports.
E! Online states that Lily Allen will not be performing at this year's MTV Video Music Awards due to problems with her American work visa.
Ice Cube and Fred Durst are making an inspirational sports movie titled Comeback, Variety says.
A Seattle woman punched a man to prevent him from singing Coldplay's "Yellow" at a karaoke bar, NME reports.

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High School Musical 2's Record Breaking Premiere

Molly — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 09:38:31 PDT

Zac Efron had a lot to smile about having lunch and reading over a script at Aroma Cafe in Hollywood yesterday. Friday evening's High School Musical 2 premiere was the most watched cable program of all time, bringing in 17.24 million viewers!! Never underestimate the power of kids, tweens and their parents (who secretly love it). Also, Zac's baby blues, shaggy hair and spray tan doesn't hurt. Between HSM and Hairspray, Mr. Efron is quite the commodity these days, isn't he? I'm definitely impressed with all the little HSMers! Methinks we'll be seeing High School Musical 3, 4, 5, 6....

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Did You Watch "High School Musical 2"?

Molly — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 09:00:00 PDT

Friday night's premiere of "High School Musical 2" on The Disney Channel brought in 17.24 million viewers, which makes it the most watched basic cable program ever. Yes, you read that right - ever. Not only that, but it was the most watched Friday night television program in five years. So I'm guessing it wasn't only tweens and their parents watching those spunky kids dance and sing their hearts out. I'm totally curious - did you watch High School Musical 2?

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Young Hollywood Comes Out For More Musical

PopSugar — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 10:01:54 PDT

The young stars of High School Musical 2 headed to Disneyland last night to premiere the sequel to last year's cultural phenomena. We're happy to see that Zac left the most of the makeup to his girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale, who looked fabulous on the blue carpet. Cindy Crawford showed the young girls how it's done, looking as model-perfect as ever. The HSM mania has definitely skyrocketed its stars to fame, and according to Ms. Tisdale it's all because of their fans. She said, "I mean this is really crazy. It's absolutely surreal. The fans are amazing. They really are. We did the first movie we never thought it was gonna be this huge." HSM2 premieres this Friday on the Disney channel.

Lots lots more pictures including Miley Cyrus, Pat O'Brien and the rest of the cast so just

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Images Monique Coleman, Ashley Tisdale, Zac Efron, Kaycee Stroh, Vanessa Hudgens, Olesya Rulin, Ryne Sanborn, Kenny Ortega, Lucas Grabeel, Chris Warren Jr., Kaya Gerber, Cindy Crawford, Presley Gerber, Billy Ray Cyrus, Miley Cyrus, Emily Osment, Vanessa Williams, David Henrie, Jennifer Tisdale, Cody Linley, Sabrina Bryan, Pat O'Brien, and Jake T. Austin.

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The Lucky One: Take This Schmaltz

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 05:30:28 PDT

The premise of The Lucky One is a little convoluted, but the basics of the story are not: boy meets girl, they fall for each other, and then must overcome some obstacle to be together. If that simple formula is enough for you, you'll enjoy watching the romantic drama, but if you're looking for more than a cheesy love story, you won't find it here.

Zac Efron stars as Logan, a former marine who avoids death a couple of times in combat, and attributes his survival to a good luck charm: a photograph he found in the rubble. When he returns home from overseas, he's determined to find the woman in the picture to thank her. After walking for days across several states, he reaches his destination and finds the woman, Beth (Taylor Schilling), a single mom who runs a dog kennel. Tongue-tied, Logan fails to tell Beth why he's there, and instead accepts a job working for her. As they get to know each other, Beth and Logan slowly fall for each other, but Logan keeps his secret under wraps, to the point that it threatens their relationship. The fact that a secret about a picture is what builds suspense in the film is more than a little silly, but Efron makes up for in eye candy what the movie lacks in substance.

To find out what else I thought about The Lucky One, just keep reading.

7 Smart Ways to Pay for College

Kiplinger — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:20:07 PDT

Does paying for college overwhelm you? Here's a helpful post from Kiplinger.

College students who borrow graduate with an average of $25,250 in debt. That's the equivalent of a new-car purchase or a down payment on a home. Even if some borrowing is inevitable for you, first explore other options to help you pay for college.

Coverdells, 529 plans and Roth IRAs come with tax advantages for college savers. Private scholarships are sources of free money. Custodial accounts offer investing flexibility. You just need a little lead time and some background on the alternatives.

We rounded up the best payment strategies, based on Kiplinger's extensive coverage of college values, college savings and student loans. We've highlighted the pros and cons of each option, as well as resources to help you get started. Check out our list of seven smart ways to pay for college.

529 Savings Plans

Pro: Tax breaks galore

Con: Portfolio limitations

Sponsored by 50 states and the District of Columbia, 529 plans let your savings grow tax-free, and the earnings escape federal tax completely if the withdrawals are used for qualified college expenses, including tuition, fees, and room and board. Two-thirds of states give residents a tax deduction or another tax break for contributions. You are permitted to invest in other states' 529 plans.

The appeal of 529 plans lies in their easy access as well as their tax benefits. The plans set no income limit and have a high limit on contributions. If your kid skips college, you can change the designation to a sibling without losing the tax break. But use the money for non-college expenses and you'll be on the hook for taxes and a penalty on earnings.

Another drawback of 529 plans: You lose direct control. After you pick a portfolio, usually from a limited pool of investment options, you must wait 12 months before you can change the mix or transfer the money to another plan. And a state-appointed firm manages the account, not you.

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Rachel McAdams Joins Vanessa and Josh For a Journey 2 Premiere

Allie Merriam — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:01:09 PST

Vanessa Hudgens only had eyes for boyfriend Austin Butler on the carpet at last night's LA premiere of Journey 2: The Mysterious Island. They were joined at the event by her costars Josh Hutcherson, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and a Monique Lhuillier-clad Kristin Davis at Grauman's Chinese Theater. Rachel McAdams doesn't have a role in the film, but her The Vow is coming out soon. She donned a gorgeous Peter Som dress and shirt for the occasion, and later attended the afterparty at The Colony nightclub to pose for pictures with High School Musical buds Ashley Tisdale and Vanessa. The screening was held a week before the movie arrives in theaters next Friday, Feb. 10. The cast has spent a great deal of time together recently. Vanessa, Josh, and the gang were just in Hawaii for a press junket - stay tuned for our chat with them! There were hours free from press duties, though, and Vanessa Hudgens slipped into a bikini for some beach fun with Austin.

6 Surprising Health Mistakes Even Smart Women Make

Prevention — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 04:05:18 PST

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar!

When was the last time you got 8 hours of sleep or lifted weights at the gym? You're not alone if you can't remember: Even some of the most savvy women didn't get the memo about these health-wrecking habits. Find out if you're among them.
From the Editors of Prevention

You're supposed to watch saturated fat and eat lots of vegetables — that's why you usually pick up a salad for lunch and dinner (even when the kids get burgers). But you're not obsessed with the scale like some women you know. You brush your teeth twice a day, and you last flossed, oh, maybe two weeks ago. You exercise but avoid lifting so you don't bulk up. The tummy pains you got last week? Must have been gas — nothing serious. And hey, you'd like to get 8 hours of sleep, but the days are short, and it's hard to get everything done. Sound familiar? These so-called "good" habits may actually be derailing your health. Here, experts share the surprising things you're doing wrong — and how to recover.

1. You Always Order a Salad
Don't assume that bowl of lettuce is always the healthiest menu pick.

Truth is, a lot of take-out and restaurant salads are basically a burger in a bowl, says Brie Turner-McGrievy, RD, clinical research coordinator for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) in Washington, DC. That's because add-ons like fried chicken, croutons, and full-fat dressing pack major calories, fat, sodium, and other unhealthy nutrients. One example: McDonald's Bacon Ranch Salad with Crispy Chicken and Newman's Own Ranch Dressing has 540 calories and 35 grams of fat; a Big Mac has 540 calories and 29 grams.

The fix: Don't scratch take-out salad off your menu; just use a few common sense rules before you order. Avoid high-fat add-ons such as sour cream, extra cheese, croutons, bacon bits, and creamy dressings like Caesar and ranch. Opt for salads that aren't just a fiber-free mound of iceberg lettuce dotted with a few carrot and red cabbage shavings. And plan ahead: Most fast-food chains supply nutritional info online so you can scout out the best options before you leave.

Avoid These Surprisingly Unhealthy Salads

2. You Rock Out While You Work Out
Do your ears ring after a long iPod-powered workout?

Check the volume on your iPod or MP3 player, advises Andrew Cheng, MD, an otolaryngologist at New York Medical College. The normal range of an MP3 player is 60 to 120 decibels; persistent exposures above 85 may cause hearing loss. If you're concerned, ask a friend to stand next to you while you listen: If she can hear your music, it's too loud.

Learn the fix and four more other common mistakes, when you read more.

Link Time - Channing Tatum to Take It Off

BuzzSugar — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:25:16 PDT

Channing Tatum may play a male stripper in an upcoming movie - Movieline
Dwayne Johnson is pursuing a career in country music?! - Vulture
The 10 most memorable high school movie nerds - Moviefone
Spoilers on the upcoming Glee death, Grey's Anatomy, and more! - TV Squad
Watch a new clip from Thor - Rotten Tomatoes
Jeremy Renner is planning to star in a Steve McQueen biopic - /Film
Meet the contestants who will compete in The Glee Project - Zap2it
How did you watch the royal wedding? - GeekSugar