Dentist Nightmares, Mutant Foods, and Optical Illusions [Current Events Cheat Sheet]

It almost felt like spring this week! I’m counting down the days until I can put away my sweaters and pull out the sundresses. Here are the week’s top stories.

The Weekly Ten: My Christmas List

I am fully aware that Christmas isn’t for another 4,394,668 seconds, but since every other store in the world is getting ready I figured I should start to compile my wish list. You know, in case anyone wants to buy me something other than socks. Grandma, I’m looking at you!

We Can’t WAIT for The Amanda Knox Movie on Lifetime

Lifetime movies, like eating frosting out of the tub with a spoon, are one of those guilty pleasures we all indulge in that only our closet friends know about. However, let’s be real: we all love watching those cheesy movies that our favorite D-list actors star in to revive their long-lost careers. And tonight’s newest addition, ‘Amanda Knox: Murder on Trial in Italy‘ is no exception.

The Olympics: The World’s Original Reality Show

It’s February, and while the jubilation of the holidays is now a distant memory, another season of hope and happiness is just around the corner: the Winter Olympics! For two and a half weeks, all eyes will be on Vancouver as athletes from around the world hope to make their families and nations proud.

Do I Have “Study Abroad” Tattooed On My Forehead?

I’ve studied abroad. But not really. If you are currently studying abroad, or plan to i…

Goodbye to Too-Thin Models?

On Monday’s episode of The City, Whitney took her friends Erin and Allie out to meet up wit…

The Hills: An Episode When Stuff Actually Happened!

For the first time all season, last night’s episode of The Hills was action packed! I was actuall…

McCain’s Budget-Balancing Boasts Under Fire (and More!)

On Tuesday, the United States and Czech Republic signed the first part of the controversial mis…

Travel Lesson #3: Choose Travel Companions Wisely

I’ve had my share of eccentric travel companions, but none can top my alcoholic ex-boyfriend. O…

Was Michelangelo Hot?

I almost wish I lived in the 1500s so I could bang Michelangelo.
There, I said it, and I’m only a lit…

Spring Break Planning Starts Now!

Some of us might still be seeing snow outside our dorm windows, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’…

No Guys Allowed!

Ever feel like lying on the beach in peace? Ever want to make the catcalls and leers and “hey ladie…