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America's 10 Worst Charities Don't Even Bother Giving Your Money to Those Who Need It Most

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:07:22 +0000

Ever wonder where the money you donate to charity goes? You’re not alone. The Center for Investigative Reporting and the Tampa Bay Times checked out the tax records of 6,000 charities to find the 50 worst at giving donations to the ones who need them. The worst was Kids Wish Network. This group raised nearly [...]

The Most and Least Expensive States for Car Repairs Are…

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:17:39 +0000

America can’t seem to put the brakes on the rising cost of car repairs. According to CarMD.com, the average cost to repair a vehicle based on a check-engine light issue in 2012 was $367.84, up 10% from 2011. And where do drivers have to cough up the most cash to keep their cars purring like [...]

The Best (And Worst) States for Tipping May Surprise You

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:57:00 +0000

Here’s a tip: if you want to be a waiter, move to New York. A new survey of more than 2,300 Americans by CouponCodes4U.com has found that people in the Empire State are the most generous tippers in the US, tacking on another 23% to their bills for gratuity. Folks in Arkansas appear to be [...]

Don't Be Afraid Of The New — Jack's Words Of Wisdom

Rebecca Bratek — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:59:25 +0000

Have you ever started something new, something so totally out of your element and different and strange? Kind of like starting a new job or moving to a new city or any other big type of life change. It’s always awkward at first, and you probably struggle with the anxiety of meeting the people who [...]

5 Common and Major Interview Mistakes

Kathy Landin — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:50:33 +0000

Job interviews are hard enough without sabotaging yourself by making some major mistakes that hiring managers say are all too common. These seem like obvious interview no-nos, but they’re at the top of every recruiter’s list of things they see people doing all the time that kill their chances of being offered a job. If [...]

'Tiny Superheroes' Helps Sick Kids Believe They Can Fly

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:12:34 +0000

It’s no secret that kids like to use their imaginations, so one group with a great cause has decided to take that a step further. Tiny Superheroes is an organization that creates superhero capes for kids battling various diseases in a bid to raise money to help find cures for a multitude of ailments. Since [...]

Texas Teen Comes Out in Graduation Speech

Emerald Catron — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:17:07 +0000

Rather than referencing 'My Little Pony' or 'Twilight,' one Texas student decided to use his chance to speak at his high school graduation to come out as gay. *Then* Mitch Anderson started making references -- to Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Zachary Quinto's eyebrows, the chorus of a Nicki Minaj song, etc.

How to Build and Maintain a Koi Pond

Carl Pettit — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:18:31 +0000

A koi pond can literally add life to your backyard or garden, as well as sublime beauty and maybe even some much needed tranquility. If you’d like a touch of East Asia bubbling gently behind your house, you’ll have to do more than dig a simple ditch, line it with rocks, fill it with water [...]

Good Samaritan Rescues Puppies From Trash Can

Emerald Catron — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 19:54:38 +0000

First of all, how could somebody just dump a bunch of adorable puppies in a trash can? Seriously? What is wrong with people? Fortunately, for every (horrible monster of a) person who throws away puppies like they’re garbage, there’s a person who will rescue said puppies from the trash. This is what happened to a [...]

Unique Tree Trunk Outdoor Seating and Tables Will Take Your Garden to the Next Level

Carl Pettit — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 23:08:53 +0000

If you want to add a touch of class, mixed in with a natural rustic look to your garden, you might want to think about building, buying or carving out (with a chainsaw) an assortment of furniture made from, or at least incorporating, tree trunks. The thickest part of the tree trunk, and solid tree [...]

The Best Beach in America Will Surprise You

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:46:47 +0000

Surf’s up. Summer is just around the corner, so if you’re looking for the perfect place to catch the perfect rays, enjoy a leisurely swim or just pass time reading a good book, why not go to one of America’s best beaches? Stephen Leatherman, better known as Dr. Beach, is back with his annual ranking [...]

Man Tricks Girlfriend Into Filming Surprise Proposal

Emerald Catron — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 20:53:06 +0000

Granted, this video is not as elaborate as most of the proposals we feature on here. There was no puppet movie, no homemade video game. There was just an awesome surprise.

How Would Women Spend Their Time If They Had an Extra Hour Each Day?

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 16:12:22 +0000

You’ve heard the expression “There’s just not enough time in the day.” But what if there was? Four hundred women between the ages of 21 and 60 were asked what they would do if they had an extra hour in the day. The most popular answer? Sleep, with nearly a quarter of all respondents saying [...]

The 'Lasagna Bun Burger' May Kill You, But At Least You'll Die Happy (And Full)

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 20:00:02 +0000

Our artery-clogging, scale-busting, caloric-consuming society now has a new culinary delight to rally ‘round. A Philadelphia restaurant called PYT has unveiled a dish called the ‘Lasagna-Bun Burger,’ which looks every bit as horrifically delicious as you think it is. Instead of a traditional bun or bread, the sandwich features two robust slices of deep-fried mozzarella [...]

Being Graceful Is SO Overrated — Jack's Words Of Wisdom

Rebecca Bratek — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 17:56:22 +0000

I’m not graceful. My idea of “smooth” or “calm, cool and collected” is spilling a cup of anything all over a date or elegantly stumbling in a pair of flats. I’ve had my fair share of tumbles and mishaps, and I’m surprised I haven’t died from embarrassment (or even killed someone who suffers from my [...]

10 Best Dog Breeds For Single Guys

Carl Pettit — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 14:00:17 +0000

When you're a single dude -- no matter how popular you are with the ladies -- there will always be downtime. When your female companions are busy with work, need to head home, do some wash, or are just sick of being referred to as “friends with benefits,” you may find yourself a little lonely. If you won’t “put a ring on it” as Beyoncé advises, you might want to consider adopting one of man’s truest of friends—a dog.

The Fittest City in America Is…

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 31 May 2013 18:27:36 +0000

Running to get away from the cold weather sure has its benefits. Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota has been named the fittest city in the country for the third year running, while Washington, DC took the runner-up spot for the second straight year. The American College of Sports Medicine is the group responsible for the study, creating [...]

Toast To Our Last Drinks With Jack With A Caribbean Champagne!

Deandra Modica — Fri, 31 May 2013 14:22:18 +0000

Sadly this is our last Drinks with Jacks post — we’re retiring the series — but we’d like to go out with a bang. So make a toast with this Caribbean Champagne recipe. *** Ingredients 1 tsp. Light Rum 1 tsp. Banana Liqueur 1 dash Orange Bitters 4 oz. chilled Champagne Slice of banana Method [...]

Prancercise Is the Latest Horse-Inspired Workout Trend for Maniacs

Emerald Catron — Fri, 31 May 2013 14:19:06 +0000

If you’re looking to publicly humiliate yourself while also getting some cardio, you need to see this video. Prancercise is the exercise for you. Inspired by a horse’s gait, you basically just strap on ankle weights and gallop around while flailing your arms around. Unless your doing the “prancer box,” in which case you strap [...]

Top 5 Skills Recruiters Look For in a Candidate

Kathy Landin — Wed, 29 May 2013 19:24:24 +0000

If you’re looking for a job, you’ve probably got your résumé online and you may even be attending career fairs. Whether you have a little or a lot of experience in your industry, there are certain working skills that all recruiters—no matter what job they’re trying to fill—are looking for in a candidate. These are [...]