Posted in Entertainment on 02/17/2010 09:47 am by Lachlin Jacob
By now we all know about ‘Raising Malawi’, the charity co-founded by pop queen Madonna with an intention of spreading education among under privileged girl children in Malawi. Unfortunately, there has been quite a buzz regarding the land take over for the $15 million school project.
But the director of the foundation, Phillip Van den Bosche, blamed it on yellow journalism. In a recent press interview he denied of land dispute blasting the reports revealing the villagers’ concern of losing their lands. Rather he quoted the village head who expressed his gratitude for the project at a ceremonial event organized for the academy.
Raising Malawi is presently engaged in building an academy for local girls on a plot of 117 acres of land in the outskirt of Malawi capital, Lilongwe. The land take over for the project was a deal with 200 local farmers who would be paid a total of $115,000 as compensation for their land. According to Bosche, the people there now have “equivalent plots of agricultural land where they can continue their farming.”
We agree with Van den Bosche that Raising Malawi is truly a “beautiful” project unless any poor villager is deprived.
Posted in Fashion on 02/10/2010 10:35 am by Lachlin Jacob
Marc Jacobs’ show at the Armory on Lexington during the New York Fashion Week was a hit. When the name is Marc Jacobs the level of expectation is one step higher. The designer did justice to his reputation of being flamboyant and versatile in his creation. Abundance of layers and ruffles and a range of craftily designed accessories made Jacobs’ Spring 2010 collection a spectacular one.
The color palette varied from dark blue to grey; from lavender to olive green. There were sheer white patterned top paired with white stocking as well as interesting black and white patterned dress inspired by Japanese art.
Ruffles on the collar, sleeves and all over the gown caught the eyes. From long gowns to trimmed pencil skirts and polo to three-piece pantsuit it was totally a balanced exhibition. What was interesting was that his models took the runway in almost flat to completely flat shoes. The designer used layers and ruffles on the gowns, skirts and jackets in a way to give it a vintage flavor that was very much appreciated by the audience.
Posted in Entertainment on 02/05/2010 12:18 pm by Lachlin Jacob
The Grammys 2010 Red Carpet is the latest talk of the town. When it comes to fashion the Grammys differs in style and grandeur than the film awards red carpets. There, you hardly expect big movie stars in glamorous costumes from the best of designer houses. But could anyone ever imagine that Britney Spears will make it a funny affair with her horrible fashion sense?
The 28-year old rock star hit the red carpet in long black see-through D&G dress worn over a black body suit. Black pumpkins and matching clutch completed the ensemble. Britney was looking happy with her boyfriend and agent Jason Trawick. Perhaps she could not forget the old days when in 2001 MTV Video Music Awards she rocked audience with a deep blue short and sexy lace dress. What she forgot is that she has put on a lot of weight since then and wearing such dresses requires being in good shape.
Posted in Health on 01/07/2010 01:04 pm by Lachlin Jacob
Flawless younger looking skin is what every woman wants to have. But polluted environment, excessive stress and junk food are some of the elements that take away all the glow and freshness of your skin.
Acne is a problem which can cause havoc if not taken care properly. Squeezing and plucking acne and blackheads often cause severe infection resulting permanent scars and dimples on the face. For working ladies environmental pollution and scorching sun worsen the situation further buy causing blemishes and spots on the skin.
Well, how ever deep might be the acne scar or dark the spot is, the good news is – it can be eliminated permanently with the help of cosmetic dermatology. You can get rid of acne and blemishes and experience complete facial rejuvenation by undergoing cosmetic dermatology treatments. It is a non-surgical procedure that causes growth of new skin cells after exfoliating the dead skin.
So, if you are suffering from acne problems visit a skilled dermatologist who can help you obtain a spotless younger skin within a few weeks.
Posted in Health on 12/31/2009 12:30 pm by Lachlin Jacob
Self-motivation is an important aspect of being successful in life. Whether its home or work, it is best to look at the positive side of every crisis situation. But for that you have to stay calm, focused and motivated. Read or listen to motivational speech or stories of famous people. They would teach you how you can fight all adverse situations if you have the will to win. Talk to friends and family members who can cheer you up and help you come out of a low phase. Maintain a practice of motivating others since that can prove to be a wonderful self-motivator. Remember, every cloud has a silver lining and things are going to look up for the best.
Posted in Miscellaneous on 12/09/2009 11:04 am by Lachlin Jacob
Whether your CD contains important documents or songs it is crucial to protect them from wear and tear. For that you need durable CD sleeves. Using the sleeves is the right way to store and mail CDs. CD sleeves look like small envelopes and they are see through. So you can see what is inside. If you want added protection you can look for sleeves with lockable flaps.
There are many companies that offer services like CD sleeve printing. If the CD contains your company profile or some very important document you may want the CD sleeves to contain your brand name you can avail this service. CD sleeve printing is not at all expensive. It becomes even less expensive if you choose paper sleeve. But paper sleeves are not durable. Plastic sleeves are a better option but they are not eco-friendly. The best thing to do is to opt for cardboard CD sleeve.
Posted in Miscellaneous on 09/20/2009 07:02 am by Lachlin Jacob
Small storage boxes are very useful. These boxes help you to keep things in order. Storage boxes are available in various materials. But the best option is wooden boxes. Small wooden boxes are ideal for keeping jewelry, hair clips, marbles, pencils, colors, key rings, special collections and so on. These boxes are ideal for your bedroom, kid’s playroom, kitchen and many more. Small storage boxes come in various deigns and colors. You can choose any of them. But make sure that it suits your taste and need. Some of these boxes are even handcrafted. So if you like to collect art works you can go for these boxes.
Posted in Fashion on 09/10/2009 12:15 pm by Lachlin Jacob
Designer outfits and accessories have always a popular buy equally for modern men and women. It might happen so that designer apparels were out of common man’s reach. But the story is not the same any more. People are more fashion conscious than ever before, and apparel retailers are ready to make profit from that.
Previously, there were quite a few designer stores. Now you will find many a store in your city offering branded designer clothes with up to 50% discount on every purchase. Designer fashion is now available to everyone as it has become cheaper than before. So, add a dash of style to your appearance with discount designer dresses this season.
Discount is available on renowned brands like Dolce&Gabbana, Dior, John Galliano, Armani and many more. Mix and match your Dolce and Gabbana shirts with Armani jeans or combine a pair of Dolce&Gabbana Stripe trousers with a Roberto Cavalli shirt to turn the heads when you get out in style.
Posted in Entertainment on 09/01/2009 07:46 am by Lachlin Jacob
Are you looking to learn a new dance form? Well, Salsa is definitely the answer for you. If you are wondering why you should learn Salsa here are a few reasons.
- It is a great way of socializing. Dancing is a social activity. Dance can bring people together. If you love to meet people this can be the right way to do so.
- Dancing is one of the most holistic exercises that you can go for. While exercises like jogging is boring dancing can improve both your physical and psychological health.
- As you practice dancing regularly it will help you to develop self-training coordination and grace.
- Dancing is one of the highest art form and it can be a great medium for you to express your feelings.
- Now you might ask why Salsa. Well, it is popular. You can learn it and participate in various colorful festivals when you know Salsa.
Aren’t they all reason enough for you to go for this dance form?
Posted in News on 08/27/2009 12:44 pm by Lachlin Jacob
Photography is a common hobby for many people. In fact most of the people have taken photographs at some point of time in their life. Isn’t it? But there are photographers who stand out. Have you thought how they have succeeded? Learning photography is not that difficult. With some useful tips you can always learn at least basic photography. First of all buy a camera that you feel comfortable with. It should be easy to understand and easy to use. Another most important thing is the picture. Choose your subject with much care and then call faming to make your picture stand out. In earlier days choosing a good film was a point to consider but now it is a wise decision to go for digital camera.