As the weather heats up in the summer months, so do the schedules of our Idol‘s and with announcements about the show’s impending revival in 2018, there’s plenty to talk about in this month’s Idol catch-up, so let’s get right to it.
Concert Review: Bruno Mars Strikes Gold With 24K Magic World Tour
After dazzling Europe this past spring, Bruno Mars brought his 24K Magic World Tour to Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada on July 26 for the first of two sold-out arena concerts. The consummate performer never ceases to blow audiences away with his live performance offerings — be it at the Super Bowl half-time show or […]
4 Simple Ways to Avoid Unhealthy Workplace Snacking
When it comes to summertime, our appetites tend to increase and our diets are left a bit on the back burner. But no place is worse to help you stick to your diet than the office. Between doughnuts in the break room and birthday cake just about every week, there’s a plethora of goodies you can […]
6 TV Shows You Need to Binge-Watch Immediately This Summer
Summer is the perfect season to binge-watch TV shows. If you’re trying to stay inside to beat the heat or need something to do during your staycation, there is a seemingly endless supply of TV shows for you to binge-watch. Whether you’re re-watching an old favorite or discovering something new, summer is always a great […]
8 of the Best Destination Races From Around the World
Every year, more and more people are lacing up their running shoes and hitting the road. From 5k races to full marathons, the number of runners have been growing over the past few years. With the explosion of new runners joining the field, many new races have cropped up all over the world — and some […]
The Eye of the Tiger: A Motivational Playlist for the Summer
Summer is in full swing, and there is no better time than to get cracking on your summer goals. While many people associate spring with getting things done, such as cleaning and decluttering, summer is a prime time for vacations, staycations, and working on things you put off during the first half of the year. […]
3 Surefire Signs You’re Definitely Not Ready for Marriage
Reality TV shows and those couples you know who overshare on social media usually point to the idea that walking down the aisle with “the one” is evitable. And while you might dream of that day too with your partner, However, according to the American Psychological Association, 40 to 50 percent of marriages today will end […]
5 Reasons to Add a Retinol or Retinoid to Your Skincare Routine Right Now
While doctors and dermatologists have known for decades the benefits of retinoids when it comes to treating a variety of skin concerns and conditions not everyone is ready to take the plunge and get medical intervention for their acne or fine lines (or, for some of us, both!) Fortunately, over the counter retinols are available […]
5 Foods That Let You Enjoy the Great Outdoors Without the Bug Bites
Summer brings about good friends, delicious food, starry nights and, of course — bug bites. Bothersome creepy, crawling insects are the last thing you want to think about as it gets warm out. But these backyard barbecue crashers are a real pest, especially when it comes to our skin. If you’re itching to know what […]
Actor Dean Redman Talks ‘War for the Planet of the Apes’
War for the Planet of the Apes was released last Friday and already the third film in the rebooted Apes franchise has displaced Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Homecoming as top of the box office. War for the Planet of the Apes brought in an estimate $56.5 million domestic this past weekend. The film tells the Planet […]
6 of the Greatest All-American State Fairs to Check out This Summer
As a longstanding beacon of summer and an esteemed symbol of American culture, state fairs across the U.S. have attracted millions from all over the world each year. With an abundance of attractions from Ferris wheels to free concerts, and just about everything deep-fried, state fairs are the real highlight of the warm, sunny season. […]
Movie Review: There’s a Lot To ‘Larb’ About ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’
Warning: this review contains spoilers. While Spider-Man and Marvel Cinematic Universe fans were eagerly anticipating the release of Spider-Man: Homecoming, many casual moviegoers viewed it with skepticism. The abundance of superhero movies that come out every year have lead to some inevitable fatigue in regards to the genre, and the third incarnation of Spider-Man in […]
Comedian Michael Kosta Takes Center Court as New Correspondent for ‘The Daily Show’
With Jordan Klepper gearing up for his own late night show this fall, The Daily Show has found its newest correspondent in stand-up comedian and former professional tennis player, Michael Kosta. Previously starring in his own Comedy Central stand-up special in 2011 and most recently hosting the Comedy Central Snapchat series, Worst Birthday, based on […]


























