There still time to shop, to get him that special something for Fathers Day
By Gabrielle Pantera
Look Dad! No hands! Moshi clock set by voice commands.
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 6/21/2009 - What do you get dad for Fathers Day? Tired of giving the a tie or socks every year? Here are some fresh ideas for Father’s Day gifts.
The Moshi IVR Alarm Clock. Does dad have trouble waking up in the morning? The Moshi IVR Alarm Clock is a voice-response alarm clock. Set the alarm the old fashioned way or by talking to it. Prompt it with “Hello Moshi” and the clock responds, “Command Please”. There are twelve voice activated commands that the clock will carry out.
www.moshilifestyle.com
Chi Hair products are a favorite with celebrity hair stylists. Dad can flatten his hair like Kid Rock. Or, use the Chi Ceramic hair trimmer to buzz his hair short for the hot summer months like Justin Timberlake. Mom will want to Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Miss California USA Carrie Prejean, 22, has been recalled by her pageant's organizers for failing to attend promotional appearances, despite having been given a second chance in the wake of a topless photo scandal earlier this spring
Donald Trump pulls the plug on Carrie Prejean
By Matthew B. Zeidman
LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Today) 6/10/09 – After months of scandal involving alleged homophobia, topless photos and controversial breast implants, the organizers of the Miss California USA pageant and Miss USA pageant owner Donald Trump have ordered Miss California USA Carrie Prejean to relinquish her title.
In a statement to Access Hollywood, the Miss California USA Organization claimed a “continued breach of contract issues” was behind the decision, which was a break from the pageant company’s earlier support of the 22-year-old, and said that Trump approved the action.
In a separate statement, Miss California USA Executive Director Keith Lewis said missed promotional appearances were partly behind the change in policy and that it had “become abundantly clear” that Prejean was “unwilling to fulfill her [contractual] obligations.”
Prejean faced widespread media scrutiny, following her loss at the Miss USA pageant in Las Vegas on April 19. During the ceremony, where she finished as first runner up, she was prompted by openly gay judge Perez Hilton to express her opinion regarding the legalization of same-sex marriage. She responded that she personally did not believe in the legalization of such unions—an answer which Hilton later claimed cost her the title of Miss USA.
Prejean also faced criticism regarding two topless photos leaked on the Internet, as well as her breast implants, which were paid for by the Miss California USA organization before the Miss USA pageant. In May, Trump announced that Prejean failing to disclose the racy images to pageant officials was not a serious enough offense to warrant recalling her as Miss California USA.
Private Humane Society party helps raise awareness about the effects of dogfighting
By Darrah Le Montre
Dogfighting in L.A. an issue
Los Angeles, CA (Hollywood Today) 5/17/09 - An exclusive gala thrown by The Humane Society of the United States took place last Saturday in the Hollywood Hills. Drawing stars like Michael Vartan, Jorja Fox, Corey Feldman, Shannon Elizabeth, Alicia Witt, Hal Sparks and Matt Grant of The Bachelor, the event marked the launch of the new HSUS campaign, “End Dogfighting in Los Angeles.”
“American Pie” sweetheart Shannon Elizabeth told Hollywood Today, “any animal rescue stuff I’m such an advocate for… everything they do that changes the laws and can help the welfare of the animals and educate people is such an important thing and I want to be able to help.”
Noting the difference in rescuing an animal and buying an animal, she also advises prospective adopters, “You shouldn’t stereotype a type of dog. Pit bulls get such a bad rap.” The owner of four dogs, Elizabeth’s latest project includes six episodes of Showtime’s comedy sketch show, “Live Nude Comedy.”
“End Dogfighting in Los Angeles,” according to the Humane Society, “educates at-risk youths to consider their pit bulls as beloved pets rather than lethal weapons.”
“Girlfriends” star Persia White, a vegan for eight years, talked to Hollywood Today about her Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Part 2 in a series: Green food and Green home gifts
By Gabrielle Pantera
Eosgame Leaves board game for eco-friendly
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 5/11/2009 - Last time we looked at a collection of Green fashion, health and beauty gifts prepared for such eco-conscious celebrities as Ellen DeGeneres, Kathy Griffin, Tina Fey, Bette Midler, Pink and Sting. Let’s take a deeper look into Green gifts from the Distinctive Assets celebrity Earth Day gift bag.
Green Game
Eosgame brings game night back in a big way. Leaves is a new board game where players answer questions about the environment and people in history who are inspirational.
www.eosgame.com
Green Food
Awaken Savor, Inc. takes spices from around the world and combines them to add flavor to meals without salt, MSG, gluten or preservatives. Awaken Savor offers vegetarian seasonings, salad blends and Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Part 2 in a 2-part series of Mother’s Day gift ideas, including fashion, health, fitness and Green treats
By Gabrielle Pantera
Revelation Abby dress, one dress, four looks
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 5/10/2009 - More Mothers Day gift ideas from the Distinctive Assets gift bag.
Fashion Gifts for Mom
Revelation by M.E. offers the The Abbey Dress with a slim, fitted silhouette. The boat neck dress can be reversed and works front or back. It’s also reversible. Turn it inside out and the dress looks new. With matching obi that works with both sides of the dress. The Christine Dress is a sleek tube dress. Add a printed chiffon for billowing sleeves, which can also double as an Empire waist tie for a more flirty cocktail look. Each silhouette can be worn up to five unique ways. Each dress is constructed from eco-conscious modal fabric and is produced in San Francisco.
www.revelationbyme.com
Marlo Brands Pavina Handbag Holders keep Mom’s purse off the floor. The beautiful handbag holders are conversations pieces too. Pavina’s classic designs are hand set with Swarovski crystals and stones. Purse holders are stress tested to hold 25 lbs.
Angelina Jolie, Amy Poehler, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Garner, Ashlee Simpson, Jamie-Lynn Spears, Jessica Alba, Lisa Marie Presley, Nicole Richie, Rebecca Romijn, and Tori Spelling will be celebrating their Mother’s Day this year with a basket full of green goodies.
By Janine Theriault
Los Angeles (Hollywood Today/RushPRnews) 5/9/09 - In keeping with spring’s promise of renewal, a broader sense of the nurturing of motherhood, and building on the momentum of Earth Day, many celebrity moms are continuing to go green for this Mothers Day. Moms such as Angelina Jolie, Amy Poehler, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Garner, Ashlee Simpson, Jamie-Lynn Spears, Jessica Alba, Lisa Marie Presley, Nicole Richie, Rebecca Romijn, and Tori Spelling Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Fitness Centers Around the DC Area Tackle Obesity Just In Time for May, the National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
By Janine Theriault
WASHINGTON,(HT/RPRN) 5/08/09 - The old maxim “there is no time like the present” is particularly applicable to the epidemic of childhood obesity this month, as new studies highlight yet more concerns for the health of the nation’s children and we enter into May – otherwise known as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.
The topic should be of general interest (and particular concern) to residents of Washington D.C. now, as the area appears to be the epicenter of the modern endemic, and the current month affords even more opportunity, resources, and motivation for tackling the problem of childhood obesity head on. Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Part 1 in a series: Gifts for Green fashion, health and beauty
By Gabrielle Pantera
Green gifts include fashion and beauty products
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 5/6/2009 - Eco-conscious celebrities, including Ellen DeGeneres, Kathy Griffin, Tina Fey, Bette Midler, Pink and Sting, received a selection of green gifts put together by Distinctive Assets in celebration of Earth Day. Let’s take a look at the latest in Green swag.
Green Fashion
DuMi offers vintage-inspired undies, camies, tanks and thigh-shapers designed to keep you looking great in that form-fitting dresses or jeans.
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) -4/30/09 - The headlines may be scary, with Ft. Worth, TX closing it’s schools, but should we stand up or put on face masks? What do you think? Please respond, do you think what VP Joe Biden says and not go on public transportation?
Three new cases of Swine Flu, likely from travelers to Mexico, have been diagnosed as far away as Great Britain. The
country said it is currently investigating 230 other cases.
Liam Donaldson, the government’s chief medical officer, said he was “concerned, but not alarmed” over the swine flu outbreak, which also reached the Netherlands, Switzerland and Ireland on Thursday. Confirmed cases there bring the total of affected countries to at least 12.
“I’m in a position where I feel we can reassure the public that we know what we are doing, we have a clear plan in place, and we will do everything possible to mitigate the impact of this,” Donaldson told the BBC.
Prime Minister Gordon Brown told members of Parliament that Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Book offers mind over matter approach to weight loss *** 3 Stars
By Gabrielle Pantera
You Can Think Yourself Thin by Ursula James
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 4/30/2009 - “The funniest thing is I started to lose weight myself,” says You Can Think Yourself Thin author Ursula James. “This wasn’t intentional at all, but once I started to write the book, I became aware that there were times when I didn’t practice what I preached in relation to looking after myself properly, and taking care of my needs first.”
“I’m now much more relaxed about my eating habits,” says James. “I allow myself a blow-out occasionally, and am now able to reset to a default of healthy eating and exercise, rather than saying ‘Oh well, I have ruined my diet now,’ and giving myself permission to continue overeating.”
This book is a rational, realistic way to help you loose the weight you want to lose without making you feel guilty if you do eat too much. Ursula James shows how to use hypnotherapy to help you stay on track. The CD to walk you thought the process of hypnotherapy is very helpful. The technique can be used for other things as well.
“I’m a full-time hypnotherapist and have been for the past fifteen years,” says James. “In that time I saw many people for weight loss. It was the only problem where nearly everyone I saw knew the answer to change, but were not Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Newly Confirmed Cases In NYC Bring The Total In U.S. To 20 So Far
NEW YORK (Hollywood Today) 4/26/09 — New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg said Sunday that the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed that same strain of the human swine influenza that has killed people in Mexico has infected at least eight students of a high school. Also, the CDC confirmed a case Sunday in Ohio. That brings the total of confirmed cases to 20, including cases in California, Texas and Kansas. Patients have ranged in age from 9 to over 50.
Over the last few years we have seen an increase in “unusual” viruses appearing, like SARS and more recently Avian flu, all of which have caused fears of a potential “pandemic”.
The latest outbreak in Mexico of “Swine Flu” is perhaps the most worrying yet, because of the number of deaths already seen and its apparent ability to spread quickly to other countries.
As the name suggests “Swine Flu” is a virus that normally affects pigs, or occasionally humans who have had close contact with pigs. However, this latest swine flu outbreak consists of a new or rare strain, making it very difficult to offer the public an effective vaccine.
Some of the Symptoms to watch out for with this virus are: a fever of more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.8 degrees Celsius), body aches, coughing, a sore throat, respiratory congestion and, in some cases, vomiting and diarrhea.
Parade on April 26th celebrates healthy vegetarian lifestyle and Green environmentalism
By Robin Rowe
Protesting global warming at 2008 NYC veggie parade
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 4/25/2009 - “The meat industry presents one of the largest environmental threats we face and is the leading cause of air, land, and water pollution worldwide,” says talk show star Ellen DeGeneres. “Factory farming, and the suffering of billions of cows, pigs, chickens, and other farmed animals, is one of the most pressing issues of our time.”
Animal Acres executive director Lori Houston is the organizer of the Los Angeles Veggie Pride Parade. On Sunday, April 26th, thousands of “vegheads” and citizens favoring animal rights and a Green planet will converge on Culver City for the first Los Angeles Veggie Pride Parade, inspired by Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
