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Known to adults as a quirky lil rock bad, They Might Be Giants may appear just like well, giants, to their tiniest fans. Singers John Flansburgh and John Linnell encourage families to toss aside the sing–song "Hello Everybody" tunes and trade them in for some pop and rock on their children's compilations. Wee ones can jam and dance while learning history, ABCs and 123s. Those wanting to add Read more
These little bunnies are really getting around! Here they are conducting a surreal interview with band member John Linnell of the great They Might Be Giants. Of course those crazy buns end up talking about Duran Duran and Rick Springfield, too... read more Read more
One of my favorite They Might Be Giant songs coupled with a cartoon. What better way to start your Saturday! read more Read more
Cooking with your kids can teach them all kinds of lessons, from timing and measuring skills to cutting and cooking techniques, and it gives them a greater appreciation for the food that is served at the table. As an added bonus, kids are usually more willing to try new and healthier foods if they are part of the cooking process. These seven websites inspire kids of all ages to cook with mom or Read more
Some of the healthiest foods are high in calories, so it's important to learn the correct serving sizes before you go overboard. Can't resist extra guacamole? Love to munch on spoonfuls of nut butter? Check out the recommended portions and try to tweak your habits accordingly: Avocado: Sure, avocado is full of good-for-you fats, but you should stick to eating just half of the fruit (114 Read more
Think twice about eating at that chain restaurant. Our pal Wise Bread gives reasons why you shouldn't eat there. I’ll reveal my bias upfront — I can’t stand chain restaurants. From their oversized, cheese-topped portions to the excessive use of adjectives in their menus, grabbing a bite at a big-box just doesn’t hit the spot for me. According to the US Department of Agriculture, the Read more
Jennifer Lopez joined boyfriend Casper Smart and her manager Benny Medina during last night's Carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro. She was invited to the annual celebration as a guest of Brazilian beer company Brahma and wore the company's bright red shirt while partying in a VIP suite. J Lo wasn't the only star flown in for the party. Fergie danced the night away from Devassa's, another beer Read more
The big day is almost here — the NY Giants take on the New England Patriots during the 46th Super Bowl this Sunday. If you aren't into sitting in a steamy bar or throwing a sporty bash to celebrate the occasion, consider these alternatives for yourself and the other geeks in your life. Play a video game — Favorite team didn't make it to the big game? Play out the perfect season yourself Read more
Is it any coincidence that successful NFL teams like the Bears, Browns, Giants, Lions, Packers, and Steelers don't have cheerleaders? The Wall Street Journal doesn't think so. Today, an article pointed out that these six teams, which have won four Super Bowls in the past six years and made up half of the teams playing in the big game, have something in common besides winning and cold Winters: no Read more
Between the enthralling series Once Upon a Time and the awesome-looking upcoming Snow White and the Huntsman, I'm really digging Hollywood's obsession with fairy tales. So it's a great time to show off the trailer for Jack the Giant Killer, which takes a crack at classic story Jack and the Beanstalk. Nicholas Hoult plays Jack, a young farm boy who gets his hands on some magic beans, of which he's Read more
