Last night Lindsay Lohan appeared on “Saturday Night Live” with musical guest Jack White. The latter’s appearance was enough incentive to tune in, but another reason to watch was basically to see if Lohan could hold it together for an entire show (her opening monologue was based around that theme).Lindsay Lohan is at the point in her career where every move she makes is considered a comeback attempt. Remember, Lohan, when she’s on her game, is fully capable of delivering a solid comic performance–she was quite good in such dramas as “Mean Girls,” “The Parent Trap,” and “Freaky Friday,” and if you don’t think she was, well, you’re just being a hater. On last night’s “SNL,” she didn’t have any real breakout moments on the show, but there were a couple skits worth watching, including a sketch sending up the Real Housewives Franchise along with the Disney Princesses. White, in his performances, rocked. Watch the clip. What did you think? Leave your thoughts in the comments.
Sunday, 4 March 2012
Saturday, 3 March 2012
Your Computer gets a New Windows: Windows-8(Comsumer preview) Launched.
Windows 8 = Windows "Re-Invention"
Windows 8 is being called "Reinvention & Re-imagination" of Windows operating system.
Lets Know about Windows 8 Merits
1. Start Menu : Now Start Screen.
Earlier version of windows had start menu,now its place have benn taken by start screen,on which there are small tiles which would be shortcut to the applications.this metro interface Microsoft have already shown in its Windows 7 phone. Windows explorer would have a ribbon interface,where all the apps would be stored that windows supports.Windows 8 would be supported on both desktop and tablets.
2. System Requirements : Same as Windows 7.
4.Portability: OS in mobile.
Portable apps are the need of today keeping in mind windows 8 have been developed,you can keep it into your pocket,means you can keep the software into a pendrive and potable hardisk.
5.Performance: Will Never decrease.
When you install and unistall new applications,the performance of OS decreases with time,as programs are removed but certain files even exists.Windows 8 have two options:
i).Reset OS: That would take the OS to its Initial state,data and software will be deleted and you would get a fresh OS .
ii.)Refresh OS : Personal data will be kept up but OS will be installed again.
6.Updates: Days of restarting windows after updates are over.
For updation of Windows,you dont need to restart windows.In one month just once you can restart the windows to update OS.
7.File Mangement : Better management.
The mechanism that was windows using till now for file management was not that efficient.Copying data took time & errors also occured. All these have been Fixed In windows 8.
For More Information Stay Tuned To Pepper Galaxy.
Friday, 2 March 2012
Most Preferred locations to study abroad.
GoAbroad.com have featured an article about the most preferred and popular destinations to study abroad.GoAbroad is visited every month by over 1.3 million visitors, making the site as a leader in meaningful travel opportunities !
So here are the Top 10 study locations around the world :
1. Itlay: There are no surprises that the country with the rich and ancient political history & cultural delights tops the chart of favorite destinations for studies abroad.
The church of Sant'Eusebio in the countryside of Perti.
2.SPAIN :
Spain's diversity is immense. There are endless tracts of wild and crinkled sierra to explore, as well as some spectacularly rugged stretches of coast between the beaches.With close to 5,000 miles of beaches, a range of dynamic languages, and the extreme popularity of
soccer (fútbol), Spain has a never-ending supply of cultural treasures and experiences to offer.
Main Square of Salamanca
3. FRANCE
It's no secret that the French language is a popular one--it is spoken by 270 million people worldwide (almost as much as the population of the United States of America), and 120 million of those are native or fluent speakers. France is also the only country to have won the most Nobel prizes for literature, and is a country where over 300 kinds of cheese are made (meaning there won't be a lack of options to choose from!).
It's no secret that the French language is a popular one--it is spoken by 270 million people worldwide (almost as much as the population of the United States of America), and 120 million of those are native or fluent speakers. France is also the only country to have won the most Nobel prizes for literature, and is a country where over 300 kinds of cheese are made (meaning there won't be a lack of options to choose from!).
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| The famous tower of France-Eiffel Tower |
4. GERMANY
Even with a population of over 82 million, Germany is also known for almost one-third of the country (about thirty one percent) being covered with forests and woodlands. The hundreds of castles found in Germany, as well as being the birthplace of Oktoberfest, are also not to be overlooked. If it's the bigger cities that are of interest, Munich, Berlin, and Hamburg are but a few of the many places to see!
Even with a population of over 82 million, Germany is also known for almost one-third of the country (about thirty one percent) being covered with forests and woodlands. The hundreds of castles found in Germany, as well as being the birthplace of Oktoberfest, are also not to be overlooked. If it's the bigger cities that are of interest, Munich, Berlin, and Hamburg are but a few of the many places to see!
5. JAPAN
Situated in the Pacific Ocean, this island nation is also referred to as the "Land of the Rising Sun." With a culture as diverse as those who call it home, there has never been a better time to explore Japan. More than 70% of Japan consists of mountains, (including more than 200 volcanoes!) and there are four different writing systems inherent to the country. As a major economic power, Japan's island-like size is not to be underestimated!
Situated in the Pacific Ocean, this island nation is also referred to as the "Land of the Rising Sun." With a culture as diverse as those who call it home, there has never been a better time to explore Japan. More than 70% of Japan consists of mountains, (including more than 200 volcanoes!) and there are four different writing systems inherent to the country. As a major economic power, Japan's island-like size is not to be underestimated!
6. IRELAND
As a country that is regarded as one of the Celtic nations of Europe, Ireland brings together a unique blend of cultural influences from nearby places like Scotland and Wales. The appreciation of it's Gaelic history also influences the modern popularity of football, hurling, rounders, handball and camogie.
As a country that is regarded as one of the Celtic nations of Europe, Ireland brings together a unique blend of cultural influences from nearby places like Scotland and Wales. The appreciation of it's Gaelic history also influences the modern popularity of football, hurling, rounders, handball and camogie.
7. ENGLAND
A neighbor to Ireland, the country of England is part of the United Kingdom and includes over 100 other smaller islands. England is known for cities and towns with long names, for producing famous musical exports like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, and for it's unpredictable weather patterns. More than that, though, England has a long and enriching history to learn about, making this popular destination one to add to every traveler's list.
A neighbor to Ireland, the country of England is part of the United Kingdom and includes over 100 other smaller islands. England is known for cities and towns with long names, for producing famous musical exports like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, and for it's unpredictable weather patterns. More than that, though, England has a long and enriching history to learn about, making this popular destination one to add to every traveler's list.
8. BRAZIL
The largest country in South America and the only Portuguese-speaking country in the Americas, Brazil is home to a range of diverse landscapes, culture, and history. The Brazilian rainforest accounts for sixty percent of the Amazon Rainforest and almost every Brazilian city has at least one soccer stadium (obviously quite the popular sport in Brazil!). Traditional Brazilian music also encompasses a unique blend of cultural influences, giving it a distinctive international feel.
The largest country in South America and the only Portuguese-speaking country in the Americas, Brazil is home to a range of diverse landscapes, culture, and history. The Brazilian rainforest accounts for sixty percent of the Amazon Rainforest and almost every Brazilian city has at least one soccer stadium (obviously quite the popular sport in Brazil!). Traditional Brazilian music also encompasses a unique blend of cultural influences, giving it a distinctive international feel.
9. SWITZERLAND
In Switzerland, it is of interest to note that travelers will never be further then ten miles from a lake! Seventy percent of the country is covered in mountains (around 48 peaks are above 13,000 feet), making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. Beyond being known for its Swiss chocolates, Switzerland's culture is characterized by its diversity--whether through language, literature, art or music!
In Switzerland, it is of interest to note that travelers will never be further then ten miles from a lake! Seventy percent of the country is covered in mountains (around 48 peaks are above 13,000 feet), making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. Beyond being known for its Swiss chocolates, Switzerland's culture is characterized by its diversity--whether through language, literature, art or music!
10. ARGENTINA
Last, but certainly not least, to round out the most popular spring study abroad destinations is Argentina! Recognized as the 30th largest country in the world by population, with just over 40 million people, Argentina is home to some of hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in South America! There is a close affection for cinema in this country, with the highest rates of movie viewing in the world. It is also an ideal location to brush up on and improve upon Spanish language skills!
Last, but certainly not least, to round out the most popular spring study abroad destinations is Argentina! Recognized as the 30th largest country in the world by population, with just over 40 million people, Argentina is home to some of hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in South America! There is a close affection for cinema in this country, with the highest rates of movie viewing in the world. It is also an ideal location to brush up on and improve upon Spanish language skills!
GoAbroad.com has been the web's premier resource for meaningful international experiences and alternative travel opportunities for more than a decade. The site boasts the largest and most comprehensive travel directories available online, while providing the most up-to-date and accurate information on programs available worldwide. GoAbroad.com's GoMedia services also offer a distinct range of internet marketing solutions for international education, including website design and comprehensive social media management.
Wednesday, 29 February 2012
84th Academy Awards-Oscars
The 84th Academy Awards ceremony, hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), honored the best films of 2011. The ceremony took place on February 26, 2012, at the Hollywood and Highland Center in Hollywood, California.And The award goes to :
Best Picture :The Artist – Thomas Langmann
Best Director : Michel Hazanavicius – The Artist
Best Actor : Jean Dujardin – The Artist as George Valentin
Best Actress: Meryl Streep – The Iron Lady as Margaret Thatcher
Best Supporting Actor: Christopher Plummer – Beginners as Hal Fields
Best Supporting Actress: Octavia Spencer – The Help as Minny Jackson
Best Writing -Original Screenplay : Midnight in Paris – Woody Allen
Best Writing -Adapted Screenplay: The Descendants – Alexander Payne, Nat Faxon, and Jim Rash from The Descendants by Kaui Hart Hemmings
Best Animated Feature: Rango – Gore Verbinski
Best Foreign Language Film: A Separation (Iran) in Persian – Asghar Farhadi
Best Documentary-Feature:Undefeated – TJ Martin, Dan Lindsay, and Richard Middlemas
Best Documentary-Short Subject: Saving Face – Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and Daniel Junge
Best Live Action Short Film: The Shore – Terry George and Oorlagh George
Best Animated Short Film: The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore – William Joyceand Brandon Oldenburg
Best Original Score:The Artist – Ludovic Bource
Best Original Song: "Man or Muppet" from The Muppets – Bret McKenzie
Best Sound Editing: Hugo – Philip Stockton and Eugene Gearty
Best Sound Mixing: Hugo – Tom Fleischman and John Midgley
Best Art Direction: Hugo – Dante Ferretti and Francesca Lo Schiavo
Best Cinematography:Hugo – Robert Richardson
Best Makeup: The Iron Lady – Mark Coulier and J. Roy Helland
Best Costume Design: The Artist – Mark Bridges
Best Film Editing: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo – Angus Wall and Kirk Baxter
Best Visual Visual Effects: Hugo – Rob Legato, Joss Williams, Ben Grossmann, and Alex Henning
10 Tricks for Flawless skin
One of our biggest beauty pet peeves is when a celebrity tells us that the secret to her perfect skin is that she "drinks lots of water."
Yeah, right.
We know you've got a literal army of skin care gurus on speed dial for whenever the first hint of a clogged pore appears on your pristine face. But why should celebrities get to hog all the professional help? We asked celebrity facialist Joanna Czech, the woman behind the flawless complexions of Cate Blanchett and Kate Winslet, to share her best winter skin care tricks. Better take notes, kids — a session with Joanna usually costs upwards of $250, but we scored you her best celeb-tested tips for free.
1). Keep It Simple
Czech is a big fan of sticking to the skin care basics of cleanse, tone, and moisturize. Her ideal routine consists of a pared-down morning plan and doing the majority of your treatments at night. "Nighttime is the most important time to hydrate because it's your healing period — skin is able to absorb more moisture at night," she says. Splash your face with water in the a.m., and apply a moisturizer. At night, use your cleanser and toner, then follow-up with a healthy dose of moisturizer on your face, neck, and decolleté. If you're worried about fine lines or dullness, Czech suggests incorporating creams that contain vitamins A and C, which will help soothe skin and promote cell turnover. Her faves: Environ Evenescence C-Boost and Ionzyme C-Quence.
2). Party Prep
Going out and need to refresh your skin? Try this trick: Grab a piece of cotton gauze and dampen it with toner or mineral water, press it to the skin, lightly pulling it taut, then quickly release. This should happen in a vigorous motion, focusing on the forehead, eyes and nasal folds. Czech calls it the sponge technique because you are expanding the skin when you press, so that when you release, your pores absorb the moisture and create a temporarily plumped effect.
1). Keep It Simple
Czech is a big fan of sticking to the skin care basics of cleanse, tone, and moisturize. Her ideal routine consists of a pared-down morning plan and doing the majority of your treatments at night. "Nighttime is the most important time to hydrate because it's your healing period — skin is able to absorb more moisture at night," she says. Splash your face with water in the a.m., and apply a moisturizer. At night, use your cleanser and toner, then follow-up with a healthy dose of moisturizer on your face, neck, and decolleté. If you're worried about fine lines or dullness, Czech suggests incorporating creams that contain vitamins A and C, which will help soothe skin and promote cell turnover. Her faves: Environ Evenescence C-Boost and Ionzyme C-Quence.
2). Party Prep
Going out and need to refresh your skin? Try this trick: Grab a piece of cotton gauze and dampen it with toner or mineral water, press it to the skin, lightly pulling it taut, then quickly release. This should happen in a vigorous motion, focusing on the forehead, eyes and nasal folds. Czech calls it the sponge technique because you are expanding the skin when you press, so that when you release, your pores absorb the moisture and create a temporarily plumped effect.
3). Skip The Makeup Remover
Keep your skin care simple by ditching the makeup remover in favor of a cleanser that does double-duty. Czech loves Fresh Soy Cleanser because it gets off even the toughest makeup, without stripping your skin of its natural oils.
4). A Banana A Day...
Keeps your skin glowing! Since they're full of potassium and magnesium, bananas help regulate your digestive system, which in turn makes your skin glow. In addition to eating them as a daily snack, Czech loves to make this at-home treatment: Mash up a banana and stir in some flax seed oil and ground oatmeal to make a paste. Slather it on your skin and let dry, then tissue it off to reveal hydrated, calm, nourished skin.
Keep your skin care simple by ditching the makeup remover in favor of a cleanser that does double-duty. Czech loves Fresh Soy Cleanser because it gets off even the toughest makeup, without stripping your skin of its natural oils.
4). A Banana A Day...
Keeps your skin glowing! Since they're full of potassium and magnesium, bananas help regulate your digestive system, which in turn makes your skin glow. In addition to eating them as a daily snack, Czech loves to make this at-home treatment: Mash up a banana and stir in some flax seed oil and ground oatmeal to make a paste. Slather it on your skin and let dry, then tissue it off to reveal hydrated, calm, nourished skin.
5). Easy On The Exfoliation
"I'm not crazy about scrubs because clients abuse them," says Czech. "They go crazy with them and it results in tons of broken capillaries. If you just use a cleanser and washcloth to wash your face every night, that's enough exfoliation."
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6). Banish Blemishes
When rogue pimples pop up, Czech turns to Protective Nourishment's Pumpkin Peel to treat them. The pumpkin in the mask reacts to your skin's natural enzymes to help dissolve blemishes, instead of drying them out. Czech dabs it on pimples as an overnight spot treatment and says it "works the fastest in my experience on breakouts and blemishes."
7). Make Your Own Makeup
Skip the pricy tinted moisturizers and make your own instead. Czech combines a few drops of an oil-based foundation with a moisturizer to create a custom-blended tinted moisturizer. She likes Babor Age Conceal Foundation and Nude Moisture Balance. Since the foundation has an oil base, Pepper_Galaxy says it will keep skin dewy and not show any imperfections. "Skin looks unhealthy with a powder finish. Dewy always looks younger and healthier," she says.
"I'm not crazy about scrubs because clients abuse them," says Czech. "They go crazy with them and it results in tons of broken capillaries. If you just use a cleanser and washcloth to wash your face every night, that's enough exfoliation."
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6). Banish Blemishes
When rogue pimples pop up, Czech turns to Protective Nourishment's Pumpkin Peel to treat them. The pumpkin in the mask reacts to your skin's natural enzymes to help dissolve blemishes, instead of drying them out. Czech dabs it on pimples as an overnight spot treatment and says it "works the fastest in my experience on breakouts and blemishes."
7). Make Your Own Makeup
Skip the pricy tinted moisturizers and make your own instead. Czech combines a few drops of an oil-based foundation with a moisturizer to create a custom-blended tinted moisturizer. She likes Babor Age Conceal Foundation and Nude Moisture Balance. Since the foundation has an oil base, Pepper_Galaxy says it will keep skin dewy and not show any imperfections. "Skin looks unhealthy with a powder finish. Dewy always looks younger and healthier," she says.
8). Eye-Opening Treatments
If puffy eyes are a problem, Pepper_Galaxy recommends putting a cold (damp) tea bag on closed eyes for 10 minutes. Tea is a diruetic, so it draws the water out and reduces puff. You can also put cucumber slices on your eyes — they have de-puffing properties and will create a temporary lightening effect. According to Czech, there's unfortunately no real cure for dark circles. "Your eye area is the thinnest part of your facial skin, and the darkness is caused by veins. It's something you are born with and can't really alter. You can make sure it doesn't get any worse by getting enough sleep and finding time each day, to relax."
9). Reduce Redness
If dry, irritated skin has given you a flaky, flared-up look, Czech says she swears by Bag Balm to help get rid of redness. "It's perfect for your nose, feet, eyelids — any dry spots or even eczema. It has lanolin in it, so it protects your skin from oxygenation and helps it heal."
10). Show Your Lips Some Love
Czech says it's important not to forget about your lips. As they flake and get drier, it creates a kind of callus on your lip and nothing will be able to penetrate the skin to heal it. Keep your pout in tip-top shape with a DIY lip exfoliator — combine coconut oil or Vaseline with a scoop of sugar and rub it on your lips. Sugar is a natural humectant and will help keep moisture within the skin long after you wipe it off. If your lips have already started cracking, Czech says to add a drop of honey to the cracks to help heal and soothe.
If puffy eyes are a problem, Pepper_Galaxy recommends putting a cold (damp) tea bag on closed eyes for 10 minutes. Tea is a diruetic, so it draws the water out and reduces puff. You can also put cucumber slices on your eyes — they have de-puffing properties and will create a temporary lightening effect. According to Czech, there's unfortunately no real cure for dark circles. "Your eye area is the thinnest part of your facial skin, and the darkness is caused by veins. It's something you are born with and can't really alter. You can make sure it doesn't get any worse by getting enough sleep and finding time each day, to relax."
9). Reduce Redness
If dry, irritated skin has given you a flaky, flared-up look, Czech says she swears by Bag Balm to help get rid of redness. "It's perfect for your nose, feet, eyelids — any dry spots or even eczema. It has lanolin in it, so it protects your skin from oxygenation and helps it heal."
10). Show Your Lips Some Love
Czech says it's important not to forget about your lips. As they flake and get drier, it creates a kind of callus on your lip and nothing will be able to penetrate the skin to heal it. Keep your pout in tip-top shape with a DIY lip exfoliator — combine coconut oil or Vaseline with a scoop of sugar and rub it on your lips. Sugar is a natural humectant and will help keep moisture within the skin long after you wipe it off. If your lips have already started cracking, Czech says to add a drop of honey to the cracks to help heal and soothe.
15 Awesome Nail Art Designs
3d nail art with stereoscopic designs is made by quickly applying a paint-like substance called ‘mixture' over the nails and forming the shape you want before drying. When creating nail designs such as flowers, each part is made individually in advance, then put together and glued on to the nail chip. Sounds like a lot of trouble. Meet some crazy nail art designs and other pictures of nail art ideas!
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Candy Nail Art Design
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Food Nail Art Design
Kitty Nail Art Design
Money Nail Art Design
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Red Rose Nail Art Design
Super Mario Nail Art Design
Wild West Nail Art Design
Tuesday, 28 February 2012
Top 10 Fitness Tips
A good fitness program requires a healthy lifestyle, focus, and a good plan. Whether you want to lose the extra-pounds, or just stay in shape, these tips may help you reach your fitness goals.
Try to make some time for a fitness program in your schedule and enjoy all its benefits. A fitness program and a healthy diet are a successful recipe for a healthier life.
Tip #3: Adapt to your environment!
Try to make some time for a fitness program in your schedule and enjoy all its benefits. A fitness program and a healthy diet are a successful recipe for a healthier life.
Tip #1: Work out regularly!
Always remember that it is more important to have a quality workout than to have a long one. However, you should try to progressively increase the time spend working out from twenty minutes to an hour. You can work out harder when you`re full of energy.
Tip #2: Combine the exercises.
Make sure that your fitness workout covers all muscle groups. The fitness program should include cardio exercises like aerobic, jogging, stepping, climbing stairs, or rope jumping. Lifting weights and stretching exercises are also a good option. Don't overwork yourself: at the end of the workout you should feel full of energy, not stressed and exhausted.
Tip #3: Adapt to your environment!Try and adapt your workout to your environment. You can find a way to exercise no matter where you're working out: at home, in the park, or at the gym. Don't find excuses not to exercise regularly!
Tip #4: Try new exercises to avoid routine.
Once you`re familiar with some of the fitness exercises, why not try others? Maybe you`ll enjoy them more. For instance, the Pilates exercises help you work on your belly in a different way; or, you may want to try Tae-bo or kickboxing instead of aerobic.
Tip #5: Have a balanced diet!
Besides working out, you also need a healthy diet if you want to lose weight. No matter how hard you work out, if you don't eat unhealthy you won't see the results you expect. Also, count the calories in your meals and make sure you don't eat more than you need to maintain or lose weight. If your net calorie consumption - including those you burn when working out - is higher than your daily requirements, you will gain weight even if you work out.
Tip #6: Ask for help!
Always seek help from a fitness trainer and a dietitian who can recommend you a personalized diet. Having a specialist who supervises, supports, and motivates you helps you stay on track with your fitness or weight loss plan, and avoid making costly mistakes.
Tip #7: Create a healthy environment around you
Clean up your fridge of "prohibited" foods and stuff it with fruits, vegetables, and yogurts! Stop smoking, or hanging out in places where a lot of people smoke. Ask your spouse or significant other to smoke outside - or preferably not at all! It's healthy for both of you. Don't drink too much, and don't sleep too little. Fitness is not just about working out; it's about living healthy, in a healthy environment.
Tip #8: Stay close to people who are motivated.
To achieve your goals, share them with others who've gone through the same experience. Most people are happy to help. Learn from their mistakes, learn what's worked for them, and stay close to motivated people. Positive thinking is contagious!
Tip #9: Keep moving!
Try to walk more outdoors, or better yet in a park, during sunny days. Jog with a friend in the morning or during lunch break at work, or walk the dog more often. Find time to do work around the house. Always try to add physical activity to your life.
Tip #10: Remember that fitness is a step to a healthier lifestyle!
A good fitness program requires a healthy lifestyle, focus, and a good plan. Whether you want to lose the extra-pounds, or just stay in shape, these tips may help you reach your fitness goals.
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