Often times there’s a shortage of organs for donation. You see it in your doctor shows all the time and in real life it’s in even worse dire straights.
Israel passed a new law recently where if you opt in to donate your organs, you get bumped to the top of the list if, g-d forbid, [...]

Paste magazine has launched their own campaign to raise funds for Haiti.  You can donate through the magazine which will give all the proceeds to To donate, click below. 100% of money contributed through “Songs for Haiti” will be spread among three charities active in Haiti: Doctors Without Borders, Red Cross, and Wyclef Jean’s Yele [...]

Every third Monday in January, the United States celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday and his accomplishments in civil rights.  I’m  a bit late with this post this year since I’m in Canada and the holiday is not celebrated here.  But there is still time for you to do something on Monday or MLK [...]

Back in the day or from 1997 – 1999 a new concert series gave birth; Lilithfair.  Amongst the heavyweights, Coachella, Lollapalooza, & Bonaroo, this music festival stood out because all of the performers were women.  Please keep in mind that female musicians were not a prevalent back then as they are today.  Now a decade [...]

Vanity Fair published this article last week online.  A friend sent me the link and I found the list quite interesting.  Some of the women listed I do not necessarily agree with their inclusion,  but there are many women listed who not only changed how the masses think or talk about sex but made significant [...]

Lately I’ve been on a shoe shopping spree. For those who know me, that’s odd. I prefer buying dresses or shirts, not shoes. But, maybe I’ve all grown up now and realize that shoes are necessary for your health. Oh come on, you don’t think so? Every been walking all day in your flip flops [...]

Yesterday marked the 15 year anniversary of the genocide of Rwanda.  Candles for Rwanda is an organization formed to remember this day a and to help the survivors.  I’ve included their mission statement below as well as a brief history.
The video is of celebrities who support the organization and wish to spread their message.  Personally [...]

Over the past few weeks we’ve all been reminded of the very real issue of domestic violence.  It exists and everyone no matter age, race, or social status can be victims of such abuse.  Recently a British organization came together with acclaimed director Joe Wright (Atonement, Pride & Prejudice) and Keira Knightley to film CUT [...]

Yesterday while being unemployed I watched a little USA Network and saw an announcement listing their 2008 Character Approved Award Winners.  The videos and statements of the winners I found fascinating and decided I needed to share their inspiring stories. At their site you’ll find videos on each winner along with a complete bio, more [...]

There’s a new website in Los Angeles and it’s already raising a few questions. Inspotla.org is an anonymous way to tell your past sexual partners that you have an STD.  You have the option of sending an e-card either anonymously or from your email address and you have the option to write a personal message.  For anyone [...]