Monthly archive January, 2012
The Rise of the UnHappy Meal: Could a toy in a child’s meal encourage healthy eating habits? Or will removing them simply make the meal unhappy?

The Rise of the UnHappy Meal: Could a toy in a child’s meal encourage healthy eating habits? Or will removing them simply make the meal unhappy?

by Victoria Pease Happy Meal; the mere mention of the phrase and a child’s face will light up like all their Christmas’s have come at once. But now it would appear that the once happy meal is now blue. The board of supervisors in California’s San Francisco voted to ban free toys with children’s meals...
London: A True Cultural Capital

London: A True Cultural Capital

by Sandy Lai London has over 240 museums, which attract 42 million visitors each year. Not only is the city filled with museums, but many are world class and, for the sake of culture, free of charge. With so many to choose from, where should you start? To help you decide, here’s a rundown of...
The Perfect Piri Piri Night In: Why pay for a night out when you can save the cash and still have some great fast food

The Perfect Piri Piri Night In: Why pay for a night out when you can save the cash and still have some great fast food

by Victoria Pease Fast food cravings of a chicken nature were usually satisfied by crispy KFC buckets. But now, with a penchant for spice, big flavours and refillable drinks to sooth your scorching mouth, Nandos caught the nation’s attention and the love for the simple Portuguese marinade grew and grew. Now you can find its...
The NEW Issue: Beauty Bucket List

The NEW Issue: Beauty Bucket List

By: Sara Rehart For every girl, there’s one make-up look in particular, in which she looks her most phenomenal self. It’s her “go-to” look for an occasion where she wants to feel and look her most confident and beautiful. It’s easy to get too comfortable with this one particular look that it ends up being...
The NEW issue: Work with what you’ve got

The NEW issue: Work with what you’ve got

By Maude Bourcier A New Year doesn’t necessarily mean new clothes. Instead, be imaginative and work with what you‘ve got. First, most of the time, the nicest clothes are right there, hiding behind swimsuits and PJs in your bottom drawer. Get them out! Secondly, a disordered wardrobe is the worst. Clothes are dangling from hangers...
Melbourne – “Must See Attractions"

Melbourne – “Must See Attractions”

by Courtney Marie However long you’re staying and no matter what time of year you visit, Melbourne has many “must see” attractions. In such a busy city, don’t waste your time wondering what to do next. To spend only one day in Melbourne, heck even Australia, you would gain the best sightseeing experience by visiting...
Kentucky - Home Beyond the Bluegrass

Kentucky – Home Beyond the Bluegrass

by Candice Roy “My vision for Kentucky is a Commonwealth where there is so much economic opportunity, and our quality of life is so high, that people who are born here can stay here, and people who aren’t fortunate enough to be born in Kentucky, can look forward to locating here,” Governor Ernie Fletcher. For...
The NEW Issue: Beauty Review: Baby Lips, for Succulent Jaws!

The NEW Issue: Beauty Review: Baby Lips, for Succulent Jaws!

By Chelsea Woodhouse Experimenting with different varieties of lip wear allows me to cope with winter’s, at times, lackluster ambiance. Last week, Maybelline’s most recent collection, Baby Lips, toddled past my eye in the pharmacy. The product’s presentation is undeniably lovable. After large block letters and bright colors, reminiscent of babyhood’s Crayola palettes skewered my...
Melbourne's Nightlife - A no limits Scene

Melbourne’s Nightlife – A no limits Scene

by Courtney Marie As the sun goes down, there are no limits as to what Melbourne’s nightlife will bring. With legendary laneway hideaways, brassy Aussie pubs, sport bars, electric nightclubs and rooftop patios; expect almost anything. Around every corner lies another adventure and cocktail mixture. The night is what you make it. For first timers,...
The NEW Issue: Fresh-Faced for Work: A Make-Up Tutorial

The NEW Issue: Fresh-Faced for Work: A Make-Up Tutorial

By: Sara Rehart A typical workday consists of 8 hours of running around the office, attending meetings, manning the desk, etc. There’s usually hardly enough time for a workwoman to constantly check up on her make-up, besides the re-application of lipstick. This tutorial features an office-appropriate look that accentuates your features and adds dimension to...
Strolling around Washington D.C.

Strolling around Washington D.C.

by Saskia Chanoine Washington D.C. is often referred to as Hollywood for Ugly people, due to the number of political celebrities roaming around the city. Well, Washington D.C., affectionately known as D.C., is more than politics for the good, the bad and the ugly. D.C. is a vibrant city full of young professionals, buzzing restaurants...
Getting Around London Town

Getting Around London Town

by Sandy Lai Mention London transportation and you immediately think of its iconic Underground signs, double-decker buses and black cabs. With the wide range of options available, getting around this huge city can be both convenient and confusing. This article will get you better acquainted with your travel choices so you can focus on enjoying...