Gilbert and Sullivan were masters of comedic invention as well as social commentary. Always able to infuse their operettas with vivid text, beautiful melody, hilarious antics and a good dose of truth, the duo effortlessly blended these stands into one entertaining braid that could be enjoyed by all and understood by some. ... More..

Names like the Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Parsons School of Design have all earned their place as one of the top schools for Fashion Design. Other institutions that have sewn their place into the fabric of top fashion schools include the Art Institute of Californi... More..

Great news, ladies: skinny jeans are on the way out. "Wonderful for those who have a rear end," began an in-the-know fashionista. "Who likes the idea of looking like a pear on stilts?" Wider leg jeans make a return to the wardrobes of women over the age of fifteen and over a size 2. Industry insiders say that pairing the ... More..

Many people try multiple things in an attempt to lose weight. Often this involves doing more of this (hello cardio), giving up lots of that (goodbye cheese) and ingesting a bunch of these (has anyone seen my Ginkgo Biloba?) But what if there was a way to lose weight, feel healthier and rid your body of toxins in one connect... More..

When the international community converges upon China for the 2008 Summer Olympics, many eyes will be on the gymnastic world. The beauty and excitement of this sport comes from our desire to root for the underdog and also marvel at their skill in competing in a host of events akin to those performed by Cirque du Soleil. Mos... More..

When one thinks of the runaway smash-hit "America's Next Top Model," it's often hard to remember that this reality show is not just a bunch of skinny (possibly hungry) girls clopping around in high fashions and posing for pretty pictures. Yes, we do see the cat fights, the breakdowns, the makeovers and the occasional "what i... More..

The power of flight, the ability to see through walls and the strength of a hundred men all give Superman the advantage of being one of the greatest super heroes in the galaxy. Unlike many of Superman's crime-fighting colleagues, he did not stumble into his powers or create devices which enable him to fight crime. Instead, ... More..