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Jim and Jenny Take Their Manes Out for Some Eats

Molly — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 14:30:08 PST

Despite his most recent film, The Number 23, getting some of the worst reviews I've maybe ever read, it debuted at #2 at the box office last weekend. Perhaps the movie going public was confused and somehow thought it was a dark The Cable Guy-style comedy (perhaps with a cameo by some fun-loving Wilson/Stiller/Ferrell type?) only to be sorely disappointed when realized that it's not intentionally funny, like at all. Well, whether or not anyone actually enjoyed the film, Jim was happy as ever when leaving dinner with his girl Jenny this week. Perhaps all he needs to be content these days are his lady and his hair.

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Movie Preview: The Number 23

BuzzSugar — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 09:40:51 PST

In The Number 23, Jim Carrey plays Walter Sparrow, a man obsessed with a book that appears to be about his life, and perhaps, his murder. I wonder if Emma Thompson will narrate, as she did in the other, non-horror movie about a dude living a book, Stranger Than Fiction.

The number 23 actually does have an interesting history in mythology, which I know because I am a "Lost" geek and 23 was featured in last week's episode, so I looked it up.
Anyway, check out the preview for the film - opening on the 23rd of February, of course - and tell me: What do you think about The Number 23? To watch the trailer,

Jim and Jenny Take Their Love (and Matching Hair) to the Red Carpet

PopSugar — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 09:17:59 PST

Jim and Jenny hit the red carpet last night for the premiere of Jim's latest film, The Number 23. Jim has been doing quite a bit of promotion for the film, but just can't stop gushing about how much he's into his new girlfriend. He's also excited about spending his first Valentine's Day with the pretty blonde. Here's more:

Asked about plans for their first Valentine's Day together, Carrey said coyly, "It's going to be good!" Before the premiere Carrey told PEOPLE: "I feel really free, wonderful."

The couple skipped The Number 23 afterparty, held at downtown L.A.'s Edison Bar, but McCarthy waited patiently for almost 30 minutes while Carrey signed autographs and took pictures with fans after the screening.

"Is Jenny here?" Carrey said. "I've got to get my girl out."

Carrey's costar, Virginia Madsen, tells PEOPLE of the two, "They're just a great couple. They're both really great people. They go well together."

Ahhhh... so cute! Even down to the matching hair (although Jenny's clearly looked better last night). Anyway, Happy Valentine's Day to J&J. We hope it's a fabulous one! Check out The Number 23 in theaters February 23rd. In the meantime, lots more pics from the red carpet including Christina Applegate, Stacy Keibler, Rosario Dawson and more so

Images include: Jenny McCarthy, Jim Carrey, Stacy Keibler, Carla Gugino, Rosario Dawson, Marley Shelton, Brittany Snow, Christina Applegate, Garcelle Beauvais, Carla Gugino, Virginia Madsen

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A Reader Recipe: Challah French Toast With Warm Maple-Apple Compote

Fit Community — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 02:53:42 PDT

FitSugar reader Whipped has just the thing for this weekend's brunch: a less indulgent recipe for French toast, which she shared in our Healthy Recipe group.

This challah French toast with maple-apple compote is killer. Think warm, sweet challah-bread french toast topped with warm, cinnamon sugar-sautéed apple slices and dripping in even more thick, syrupy cinnamon sugar. These kind of remind me of eating a warm apple pancake (you know, one of those big ones you bake in the oven?).

And the best part about this recipe is that it's a delicious holiday recipe you don't have to feel guilty indulging in. Two thick slices of this French toast with 2/3 cup of maple-apple compote is about 370 calories . . . Now compare this number to Barefoot Contessa's challah French toast recipe, which has over 500 calories and 17 grams of fat! Not a bad swap, huh?

Enjoy!

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What Is Precocious Puberty?

Tara Block — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:38 PDT

Most of us can recall how difficult and confusing puberty was, and especially the end of that transitory time: getting your first period. But can you imagine going through that awkward process in first grade? For a growing number of today's young girls, this is a reality. A recent New York Times piece explores "precocious puberty," a term being used for the growing percentage of girls entering puberty by age 7.

Typically, the stages of puberty for girls begin with breast growth, followed by pubic hair growth, and then ending with a first period. What researchers are finding is that breast growth is beginning earlier and earlier, but the first period average is staying pretty consistent at 12 years old. While possible factors for this precocious puberty include obesity, environmental toxins, and stress, it is interesting that the percentages vary so much by race. These early bloomers - or girls developing breasts by 7 - made up of 23 percent of black girls, 15 percent of Hispanic girls, 10 percent of white girls, and 2 percent of Asian girls. The cause of this disparity hasn't yet been fully explored. Is it genetics? Are there environmental issues to be taken into account?

Clearly, there's a lot more research to be done, as it seems like there are more questions than answers when it comes to what causes precocious puberty, its long-term effects, and whether it should be treated as a disorder. There are risks associated with early periods, such as depression, stunted growth, and breast cancer, but when it comes to psychological issues, it's a gray area. Is it easier for a young girl entering puberty to be treated as if there's something wrong with her, taking medications to halt puberty until she can better deal with it? Or is it better for her parents to treat it as "normal," and help her cope with the changes? And what happens when a 10-year-old girl has the brain of a fifth grader and the body of a high schooler?

Were you a late or early bloomer? Share your puberty stories - for better or worse - in the comments.

The Truth About 5 Confusing Foods

Prevention — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:26:43 PDT

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

Even the most nutrition-savvy women can get lost in the headlines. Here's what you really need to know.

By Sharon Liao, Prevention

You heard that eggs can be high in cholesterol, so you dutifully switched to whole grains for breakfast. Next, you swapped out red meat for fish - only to later learn that fish can contain dangerous levels of mercury . . . and eggs may not harm your heart after all. "With all of the different reports and headlines, it’s no wonder that many people get confused," says Angela Ginn, RD, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and owner of Real Talk Real Food in Baltimore, MD. To help you make sense of these and other health head-scratchers, we consulted our experts and sifted through the research. Here, the new bottom line on a few "health" foods.

1. Potatoes
This starchy veggie has a bad rap among dieters, but that’s because people tend to consume it in the form of greasy french fries, chips, and buttery mashed potatoes, says Melissa Joy Dobbins, RD, of NorthShore University HealthSystem in Evanston, IL. "When prepared the right way, potatoes are a nutritious food," she says. One medium potato, for instance, delivers five grams of fiber and nearly 20 percent of your daily quota for heart-healthy potassium.

Bottom line: Skip the fried versions and opt for baked or boiled potatoes. For an even healthier option, choose vitamin A-rich sweet potatoes or purple potatoes, which can help lower blood pressure.

Ten Healthy Ways to Splurge

2. Cheese
Hold the cheese? There’s no need if you eat it in moderation. A one-ounce serving delivers 20 percent of all the bone-building calcium that you need in a day, as well as plenty of protein and phosphorus. "The problem is that many people eat much more than one serving in one sitting," explains Sharon Richter, RD, a dietitian in New York City. And at 100 to 125 calories per ounce, that can add up.

Learn how to keep cheese, eggs, and beer in your diet after the break.

How to Live in Harmony With Your Parents

LearnVest — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:14:48 PDT

It's hard to find a job with no experience, so a lot of young people find themselves in a muddle with low job prospects and an empty bank account. This leads many of them to move in with their parents to save money. Our partner LearnVest tackles this topic and gives advice for both the kids and their parents.

40%(!) of adults aged 18-39 are moving in or have moved back in with their parents.

As much as we love our parents, this probably isn’t our idea of a good time (or theirs).

But hey, drastic circumstances call for drastic measures. And there’s a good reason so many are leaning on their folks right now: The unemployment rate for people under 25 is 18% - more than twice the national average.

This is despite the fact that the American unemployment rate has dropped to its lowest point in the last four years.

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According to a recent survey by the National Endowment For Financial Education, 40% of American adults ages 18-39 either live at home or did so in the recent past . . . and that's not counting students.

Meanwhile, according to The Wall Street Journal, young people are bearing the brunt of economy-wide wage decreases. Their pay has dropped steadily for the past decade, and men have suffered more than women: The average inflation-adjusted hourly wage for male college graduates ages 23-29 dropped 11% in the past ten years, as compared to the 7.6% decrease for women with the same criteria. In contrast, average hourly wages for the workforce overall have risen slightly in the same time period (although that may be simply because the workers with the lowest pay have left the workforce).

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Britney Spears Joins Path: 3 Reasons She Might Love It

Kristy Korcz — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:01:23 PDT

Britney Spears has joined Path after visiting the SF HQ yesterday. Path has been around since 2010, but recently found a surge in popularity after its last update in 2011 that revamped its UI. Britney is no stranger to social networks, as she has over 2.3 million followers on Google+ (a tech-focused and male-dominated network, no less) and over 14 million followers on Twitter. But I know what you're thinking - "Do I really need yet another social network?" Here's three reasons why Britney Spears (and you) might love Path.

It's limited to your closest friends - Path only allows you 150 friends on its network. This helps your inner circle stay close and informed, while keeping your news feed free of too much "clutter" from your acquaintances and distant relatives. But this spells bad news for her millions of fans - this is one social network you won't be able to follow her on.
It's beautiful - The Path app looks amazing on your iPhone or Android device, with big photos that you can edit using a number of Instagram-like filters right in the app. Path also allows you to create a "cover photo" (just like on your Facebook Timeline), that gives your profile an extra boost of personality.
You can share more of what you love - Path allows you to share "moments" with your friends and family, including check-ins, photos, music that you're listening to, as well as text updates. You can even easily choose to share (or not; it's up to you) these moments on your other social networks like Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, and Tumblr.

Are you already on Path? Tell us what you like about it (or don't like about it) in the comments!

The Hunger Games World Premiere Pics - See Miley, Liam, Josh, and Jennifer!

Molly Goodson — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:29:49 PDT

The cast of The Hunger Games and a few hundred of the series' most faithful fans gathered at the Nokia Theatre in LA last night for the big world premiere. Jennifer Lawrence was the main event, decked out in a gold Prabal Gurung gown that showed off her back with sexy cutouts. We chatted with fans who called Jennifer their "ultimate girl crush" and the woman who has become Katniss Everdeen for the big screen certainly made an entrance. Liam Hemsworth, looking dapper in Dolce & Gabbana, brought girlfriend Miley Cyrus, who was in a two-piece Pucci number and a 10-carat Azature black diamond ring to match. While Liam has seen The Hunger Games, he revealed that it would be Miley's first viewing.

Josh Hutcherson, in Z Zegna, was exuberant as always on the red carpet and there were plenty of devoted Team Peeta followers swooning and screaming to keep that smile on his face. Elizabeth Banks let Effie Trinket be her inspiration in a brightly colored Versace number. We also caught up with Stanley Tucci, Wes Bentley, Amandla Stenberg, and many more - in case you missed it, you can still watch our The Hunger Games red carpet show. Check out tons of pics, and don't miss any of our coverage of The Hunger Games on DistrictSugar leading up to the movie's March 23 release.

Easy Steps For First-Time Taxpayers

Kiplinger — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:08:06 PST

We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy!

If you got your first job last year, you may have been agitated every payday to see how much of your salary was going to the tax man. If you’re like most taxpayers, tax filing time is payback time. So don’t think of filling out your tax forms as a pain. Instead, think of it as sending a bill to the IRS, demanding a refund of the amount by which you overpaid your taxes in 2011. Every year, three out of four filers get refunds.

Do you have to file? That depends on your income in 2011 and whether or not your folks will claim you as a dependent on their return (as is often the case for the year you graduate from college). If you are a dependent, you have to file if your gross income was at least $5,800; if they don’t claim you, the threshold is higher: $9,500. But even if you don’t have to file, you’ll want to, in order to reclaim income tax withheld from your paycheck.

Don’t treat your tax return like a term paper . . . by leaving it until the last minute. The absolute due date this year is April 17 (it was pushed back because April 15 falls on a Sunday and the next day is a holiday in the District of Columbia). However, the earlier you file, the better, since you will receive the money faster.

What you need. If you’ve filed before, the best way to prep for tax season is to use last year’s tax return as a road map. You can find the federal and state forms you need online at irs.gov or through the website of the Federation of Tax Administrators. Also, keep an eye out for important tax documents that come in the mail, such as the W-2 form from your employer or 1099 forms if you did freelance work. Employers should have sent these forms out by January 31. If not, give them a call.

Start with the feds. Since state forms often ask for numbers from your federal return, you’ll want to do the federal form first. Most young taxpayers can file the 1040EZ, which is the easiest form and has no supplementary forms. To qualify, you cannot claim any dependents and your taxable income must be less than $100,000.

But don’t shy away from longer forms - the 1040A or the full-fledged 1040 - if one of them is your ticket to tax savings.

Read on for more.