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Forget the notion that economic worries and stress cause strife within a marriage. Despite what you might think, there are a lot of ways that going through a recession together—and all the anxiety that comes with it—can actually be good for couples. And no, we’re not just saying this because divorce rates are down–even though they are. The reasons a recession... CONTINUE READING 90

According to iVillage, temperatures shouldn't be the only thing getting hotter this summer. Up the ante on your sex game and your steamy nights are sure to rise with the mercury! Fear not if fun in the bedroom has you imagining naughty nurse outfits and the like, because their sizzling suggestions are all modern and summer-specific, including ideas like turning off... CONTINUE READING 70

Even if you aren’t a Yankees fan, you should still be able to appreciate Derek Jeter’s 3,000th hit of his career this past weekend. Since it is baseball mania this week with the Home Run Derby and the All-Star Game, we thought we’d pay tribute to some of baseball’s finest (looking) members of the 3,000-hit club. -Amanda Mactas Roberto Clemente, Pittsburgh Pirates Joined... CONTINUE READING 28

There are some celebrity couples we all root for, and others that leave us thinking: is their relationship for real? Here is my list of the top 10 celebrity couples that I think are completely fake! 1. Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries. If you watch Keeping Up With the Kardashians, then you will know how desperate Kim was to... CONTINUE READING 68

We’re on the heels of Wimbledon and looking forward to the U.S. Open in mere weeks, which means it’s no mystery why tennis is on our minds, specifically the studs wielding those raquets. Personally, I’m a fan of the actual sport, but the following five players give me all the more reason to tune in! -Lynden Halpern Rafael Nadal Born and raised in... CONTINUE READING 20

Happy 10th birthday to Shecky’s (have you checked out our amazing deals and more?)! In honor of the awesome party attitude that goes along with a b-day and our love for Fridays, we’re bringing you a top 10 at 10am every Friday. Today, I've got 10 things I totally condone doing when you’re going through a break-up (but maybe not in normal, everyday... CONTINUE READING 45

Break-ups suck, no doubt about it, and getting over them can be hard even for the strongest woman out there. See advice from The BreakUP Club’s founders below and don't forget to enter Beyoncé's Prize Pack Just 4 You Contest and rock out to her feel-good jam "Best Thing I Never Had" on repeat! We get it. We know what it's... CONTINUE READING 24

A lot of times, break-ups aren't caused by dramatic situations (like cheating, crazy fights, etc.). Situations and people gradually change over time, making someone and something that once felt so right, romantic and real feel so...awkward, strange and boring (for more break-up commiseration/empowerment after the fact, enter our Beyoncé Prize Pack Just 4 You Contest). Yep, I'm talking about that good old... CONTINUE READING 19

When Beyoncé sings, “Thank God you blew it, thank God I dodged a bullet…” (have you entered our Beyoncé Prize Pack Just 4 You contest yet?) in her hit "Best Thing I Never Had," she’s referring to a break-up that actually turned out to be for the best. Based on my own dating record, I couldn't agree more with Beyoncé's ballad. Here's what I'd... CONTINUE READING 58

Amidst all the red, white and blue fireworks, mustard-soaked hot dogs, sun-baked beers and elation felt from a federally sanctioned day off from work, it’s easy to forget the guys that started this country. In honor of those few brave men, I would like to take you back 200 plus years to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. And... CONTINUE READING 15