Purim is a joyous holiday that commemorates the deliverance of the Jews of Persia in the fifth century B.C.E by Esther and her cousin Mordecai .
The King of Persia was King Ahasueros, and Haman was a minister to him ( second in command ). Haman was an evil man filled with hatred. Mordecai […]
What is Purim ?
January 29, 2008
Magician David Blane
January 22, 2008
David Blane makes a brief cameo appearance in the upcoming movie The Great Buck Howard. The Great Buck Howard is played by John Malkovich, and stars Colin Hanks ( Tom Hanks son ) as his assistant. Malkovich prefers the title mentalist in his role as Buck Howard.
What is it? Cloverfield opens in theaters today
January 18, 2008
Cloverfield - Monster, Mayheim, and more. This action thriller set in New York City is the story of the events that ensue during a going away party . The party guests are unexpectantly jolted and shaken. Under the impression that an earthquake has hit New York City they watch news reports of the earthquake. Feeling the adrenaline rush through their bodies, […]
Tom Hanks, Robert De Niro, U2, Sundance Film Festival 2008
The Sundance Film Festival has kicked off its 2008 movie screenings. The list includes hollywood movie stars from Tom Hanks, Robert DeNiro, Colin Farrell to U2’s Bono.
The Great Buck Howard stars John Malkovich, Tom Hanks, Colin Hanks, and Emily Blunt.
Colin Hanks ( son of actor Tom Hanks ) searches for a job and answers an […]
Do Food Diaries Really help you lose weight?
January 8, 2008
Yes, Yes, Yes! Statistics show that maintaining a food diary facilitates in losing weight. Studies done at the Center for Behavioural Medicine, Chicago, IL. indicate that people who keep food diaries ( self monitor ) lose weight. Another study conducted by doctors at the University of Pittsburgh, PA Department of Sports Medicine, Nutrition, Physical Activity, […]
Diet, Diet, Diet
What do Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Self, and US Weekly magazines all have in common? Diet tips for the new year. Each of the January issues of these magazines feature an article that may have your best interests at heart. Glamorous celebrity’s Katherine Heigl, Alicia Keys, Sarah Jessica Parker and Fergie share their diets according […]
Elvis
Elvis fans will be gathering in Graceland to celebrate the king of rock-n-rolls birthday. Elvis was born January 8, 1935. Elvis Presley day will be kicked off in Memphis, Tennessee by Shelby County officials with a special ceremony and cutting of the cake. Elvis fans will be present for a Gospel Tribute to the king […]