Quick Things 11.12.11

Some quick links that are worth checking out...

• 40 Internet Memes In One 4-Minute Song
• Soldiers Reunited with Man's Best Friend
• Have You Noticed that All Movie Posters Look the Same
• Go Inside a Giant Six-Story Smartphone
• Moustair: So Creepy You Have to See to Understand
• Map Proves How Hard It Is to Escape McDonald's
• Stop Motion Movie Shows 500 People in 100 Seconds
• The Top iPhone Apps for Holiday Travel

Wendy Williams Gives Her "Likes or Yikes" on Mariah Carey, Ricki Lake and 'Real Housewives'

Each week iVillage.com's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel give their "Likes or Yikes" on what's buzzing in entertainment, and this week they are joined by the Queen of Gossip and talk show host Wendy Williams! How you doin'?!


Wendy gives her take on Mariah Carey's new deal with Jenny Craig, Michelle Duggar's announcement that she's pregnant with her 20th baby, why she thinks Ricki Lake will take home top prize on Dancing with the Stars and why she feels sorry for NeNe Leakes of The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Check it out!


Chime in on the week's hottest entertainment stories with iVillage's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel at iVillage.com/LikesorYikes

The Models Show Their Athletic Side on 'ANTM All-Stars'

Only five girls remain on America's Next Top Model All-Stars, with Lisa, Laura, Allison, Angelea and Dominique till in the competition. In the next episode the girls honor their abroad destination of Greece while Nigel Barker photographs them re-creating ancient Olympic sports.

Keep reading to see the photos and click to enlarge!

Nick Cannon on the Wonka WRapper [SPONSORED]

Check out Nick Cannon as DJ NC mixing sweet tracks on the first beats-maker ever to be powered by imagination and packs of candy!


You can create your own candy-powered music mix at Facebook.com/Wonka. All you need is a webcam-enabled computer and some candy.

So grab some WONKA, follow the link, and prepare to unleash your inner DJ like never before.

'America's Next Top Model All-Stars' Episode 9 Recap

In this week's episode of America's Next Top Model the All-Stars find out they are headed abroad to Greece and given the opportunity to collaborate with designer Michael Cinco on what could potentially be their final runway gown. At a photo shoot, one of the models is conflicted when they are asked to pose in underwear in a giant salad. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join guest judge photographer Nikos Papadopoulos and Tyra Banks on the judges’ panel for the elimination.

Keep reading for the recap and to see the panel order!

'Top Model' Dominique Reighard Releases New Single and Music Video

Looks Lisa D'Amato wasn't the only All-Star to benefit from the music video challenge on America's Next Top Model!


Dominique Reighard, originally from ANTM Cycle 10, demonstrated her previously unnoticed vocal skills when she made a music video for her original song "Tooch Ya Booty" during a challenge on All-Stars last week. Well, someone realized that Dom actually has some chops, so she recorded a new song on her own called and made a music video for it, too.

And guess what? It's pretty damn good!

Check out the video for Dominique's "On Top of the World" where she "slinks her ink" as Ms. Jay would say and spoofs her time on ANTM without overdoing the cheese-factor.

"I Want It!" -- November 2011

Every month one of my favorite bloggers and Internet buddies, Roberutsu of Some Kinda Blog, does a beautiful roundup of all of the items he's coveting at the moment called "I Want It!"

Check out November 2011's picks from Some Kinda Blog:

"As the last leaves were shed, autumn’s second act revealed nature’s raw beauty. This month’s selection of things to covet revolve around reclaimed woods and earthy textures. Mixing rustic appeal with contemporary forms can add warmth and an understated sophistication to our homes.

Eco-conscious products have come a long way in quality and price points, so we have no excuses not to be thoughtful consumers. All of the items below have elements of reclaimed wood, hand-craft and/or sustainable materials. Now before you go on, I leave you with one final quip: It’s the wood that makes it good."

Wood makes in good indeed. I love the evergreen pillow and the modern but natural lamp. Wouldn't lose look nice in a relaxing bedroom? To find out the pricing info and where to buy this month's "I Want It!" products head over to Some Kinda Blog.

Which items do you want? Leave a comment!

Roberutsu is a graphic designer, photographer and director from the Canadian Plains. Get more of his favorites on his blog or follow him on Twitter @Roberutsu

Watch the Video for "Weak" by Melanie C

Following up the hit lead single "Think About It" from her latest album The Sea Melanie C has just released the video for her song "Weak" exclusively on MelanieC.net.

"Weak" is the 22nd -- yes, 22nd! -- solo video for the former Spice Girl (check out my six favorite Melanie C videos here), and I have to say that Melanie is looking quite beautiful in the soulful and sorrowful clip. Check it out!

Quick Things 11.5.11

Some quick links that are worth checking out...

• Inside Your Favorite Website's Office Refrigerators
• Vanity Fair Profiles the Young Cast of The Hunger Games
• I Want to Go to There: Hanging Infinity Pools in Bali
• Dad-to-Be Photos the Moment He Breaks the Big News to Friends
• A Chart of What Makes Up Different Coffee Drinks
• 4 Ways to Send Holiday Cards from Your Smart Phone
• Man Videos One Year of Living In New York City

Likes or Yikes? Kim's Divorce, Bieber's Baby Drama, Lindsay's Locked Up and Jessica's Pregnant

iVillage.com's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel give their humorous opinions on what's buzzing in entertainment this week.


Kim Kardashian filed from divorce from her husband Kris Humphries after only 72 days of marriage. Was the whole thing fake from the beginning?

Kim's divorce news totally overshadowed Jessica Simpson's announcement that she is pregnant with her first child.

Justin Bieber is under fire after a 20-year-old fan claims the Biebs is the father of her baby, alleging that they had sex back stage after one of his concerts.

and Lindsay Lohan was sentenced to 30 days in the big house after admitting she's violated probation. Luckily for Lindsay, she gets to delay her time so she can reshoot her spread in Playboy magazine.

Chime in on the week's hottest entertainment stories with iVillage's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel at iVillage.com/LikesorYikes

Opa! The All-Stars Go to Greece on 'America's Next Top Model'

In the newest episode of America's Next Top Model the All-Starsfind out they are headed abroad to Greece and given the opportunity to collaborate with designer Michael Cinco on what could potentially be their final runway gown. At a photo shoot, one of the models is conflicted when they are asked to pose in underwear in a giant Greek salad (what?)

Keep reading to see some photos from the episode (click to enlarge):

'America's Next Top Model All-Stars' Episode 8 Recap

In this week's episode of America's Next Top Model the All-Stars are given the most difficult challenge yet, as they are asked to write and sing a song about their lives, with a surprising twist. A few of the models struggle with the task and reach emotional breaking points. Once the song is complete, rapper Game steps in to direct the women in music videos based on their songs. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join guest judge rapper Game and Tyra Banks on the judges’ panel for the elimination.

Keep reading for the recap and to see the panel order!

'Vanity Fair' Profiles the Young Cast of 'The Hunger Games' Movie

More excitement for The Hunger Games fans! Just last week we got a first look at the promotional posters of some of the main characters from the film. And today Vanity Fair has a beautiful photo spread and interactive profile of the young cast.

From VanityFair.com:

"While the odds may not be in favor of these actors in the arena, they certainly were in the casting room. In what was one of the most-watched casting calls for young actors since Twilight, auditions for The Hunger Games were a battle royale in their own right. Anxious to make the cut, hopefuls went all out: they covered their faces with dirt, put twigs in their hair, and wielded various weapons (including a Nerf crossbow and plastic butcher knife). It was all for the chance to play the "tributes" who fight each other to the death in contests broadcast throughout Panem (the futuristic ruins of North America) in the film adaptation of Suzanne Collins's wildly popular young-adult novels. Ultimately, director Gary Ross took a liking to a fresh-faced cast that includes stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth and a host of new breakout actors..."

Check out some additional photos of the film's stars. Click to enlarge:

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Video: Merhaba, Türkiye (Hello, Turkey)

Pat in Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey
Last month Billy, five friends and I took a trip across the world to Turkey. It was all of our first time there and we had such an amazing adventure. We spent three nights in Istanbul, two days and one night in Goreme in the Cappadocia region of inland Turkey, and headed back to Istanbul for one final night and day of sightseeing and exploration.

Each of us took hundreds of photos -- the country is gorgeous! -- and we were all recording random moments on video, too. Check out the compilation video of our trip, including taking in the historic sites, exploring an ancient cave city, horseback riding through Love Valley and even a little clubbing.

Happy Halloween! Get Spooked by these Festive Viral Videos

Happy Halloween, everyone! Although you probably got all of your tricks and treats out of your system over the weekend (aka you are hungover today!) there is still time to celebrate even if you're stuck in your cubicle on this Monday Halloween.

Check out some clever, cool and creative viral videos that have been floating around the Web that pay homage to all things spooky scary!

Quick Things 10.29.11

Some quick links that are worth checking out...

• America's Best Pumpkin Carver Gets Insane Results
• Pumpkins Carved as Parks and Rec's Ron Swanson
• Ninja Warrior Invites Opponents with Surprising Results
• I Want to Go to There: The Human Slingshot
• How to Fix 7 Flailing New TV Shows
• Can You Guess? Halloween or Williamsburg? (Hint: All Williamsburg)
• Animals in Places They Shouldn't Be

Likes or Yikes? Maya Rudolph on Babies, 'Bridesmaids 2' and 'Up All Night'

This week iVillage.com's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel give their humorous opinions on what's buzzing in entertainment.


This week Pat and Jacki talk with Saturday Night Live alumna Maya Rudolph!

Rudolph talks about her role as the over-the-top talk show host Ava on NBC's new hit comedy Up All Night (co-starring Christina Applegate and Will Arnett), the possibility of a Bridesmaids sequel, her thoughts on the success of Bridesmaids co-star Melissa McCarthy and what it's like being surrounded by babies all day both at work and at home.

Chime in on the week's hottest entertainment stories with iVillage's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel at iVillage.com/LikesorYikes

The All-Stars Make Their Own Music Videos in This Week's 'ANTM'

In the newest episode of America's Next Top Model All-Stars the girls are given the most difficult challenge yet, as they are asked to write and sing a song about their lives, with a surprising twist. A few of the models struggle with the task and reach emotional breaking points. Once the song is complete, rapper Game steps in to direct the women in music videos based on their songs.

There are no photo shoot pictures from this week's episode, but keep reading to see some stills from the models' videos and a sneak peek at the episode. (Click to enlarge!)

The Statue of Liberty Turns 125 Years Old

Believe it or not, I have lived in New York City for over six years now, but I have never been to the Liberty Island, or even Ellis Island, to see the Statue of Liberty.

Today Lady Liberty turns 125 years old (she doesn't look a day over 95!) and to celebrate, please fill your brain with some interesting factoids about the Statue of Liberty, her origins and what's coming up for her in the years to come.

I mean, I'm still not going to push through tourists to see her in person, but I'll settle from the far-off views of her from lower Manhattan.

Lots of more cool facts and info from Yahoo!'s creative video series Who Knew?