Television Academy Honors Salute Six Noteworthy Programs
May31

Television Academy Honors Salute Six Noteworthy Programs

They are the programs on television that are most effective in creating awareness and often social change around important issues, whether they be pure entertainment or documentary in form – or anywhere along the spectrum. Sometimes they are hard to watch, whether they elicit tears, or discomfort– and sometimes, nervous laughter. As a general rule, they are enlightening and challenging. Programs like “Transparent,” “Virunga” and...

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Excitement Builds for 5th Annual Critics’ Choice Television Awards on A&E
May29

Excitement Builds for 5th Annual Critics’ Choice Television Awards on A&E

While its sister awards for films have been around for two decades now, the Critics’ Choice Television Awards, airing Sunday night on A&E, will be just five years old. Yet in that short time, early childhood in terms of awards show longevity, the CCTAs have made a deep impact on the TV industry. Growing from a luncheon in its first year to several years of non-televised gala dinners that recognize multiple categories of artistry...

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Toe to Toe with ‘Togetherness,’ ‘Portlandia’ and ‘The Last Man on Earth’
May27

Toe to Toe with ‘Togetherness,’ ‘Portlandia’ and ‘The Last Man on Earth’

“Portlandia.” “Togetherness.” “The Last Man on Earth.” They are three of the most eclectic, indie comedies on television, each with a unique point of view that has garnered enthusiastic audiences. They have something else in common. All are hoping their efforts will be recognized this awards season. The creators of the three shows came together at an FYC event at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Beverly Hills May 21....

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Uno More Reason to Love Traveling to Mexico
May25

Uno More Reason to Love Traveling to Mexico

Cabo San Lucas. Cancun. Puerto Vallarta. Cozumel. Acapulco. Do you really need another reason to visit Mexico? Well now there is one, and travelers who flock to the country’s popular destinations and have shopping high on their to-do lists will be very pleased, as will passengers aboard cruise ships that hit Mexican ports. It’s a program called Moneyback that is similar to Europe’s VAT. International travelers to Mexico can receive an...

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Super-Moisturizer for Hands and Body: Whipped Olive Lotion
May24

Super-Moisturizer for Hands and Body: Whipped Olive Lotion

We had been looking far and wide for the perfect hand cream to use overnight, preferably with cotton gloves designed to have the product sink in while you sleep and do an extra-moisturizing job. It was just good luck that we learned about Olivü 426 through The Artisan Group, a collective of artists who handcraft their products, products ranging from body and bath to jewelry, clothing and accessories. Started in 2006 by Caitlin Brotz...

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