Posted 4/16/13 1:30 pm EST by Alexandra Govere in Events, Health, News, Resources, TV
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Triumph turned to tragedy when two bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday afternoon. The explosions killed 3 people and injured at least 144 runners and spectators. Whether you're near or far from Boston, know somebody or just feel for those who do, here's a list of ways to give or receive help following this tragic event.
Posted 11/23/12 10:20 am EST by Joey Parker in Celebs, Health
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With that scrumptious turkey dinner often comes the food coma, the early bed time, and the nausea at the thought of another slice of pie, but lets get active and work that holiday meal off, shall we? Trust me, the monotonous workout routines can get old -- so... why not join Josh Duhamel and partake in his Red Cross Youth Run?!
Posted 11/9/12 11:56 am EST by Joey Parker in Celebs, Natural Disasters
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With many still without power, heat or even running water, the recovery process is well under way in the Northeast after Hurricane Sandy. Even musicians like Rihanna, Justin Bieber, and Lady Gaga are stepping up and spearheading incredible acts of love!
Posted 11/9/12 10:39 am EST by Danica Davidson in Celebs, Natural Disasters, Sweet Tweet
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Right now it can feel as if natural disasters are happening everywhere. On Wednesday a large earthquake (7.4 magnitude, to be precise) hit Guatemala, and Maroon 5's Adam Levine wants you to help.
Posted 10/30/12 1:53 pm EST by Danica Davidson in Natural Disasters, News, Resources
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A lot of us are experiencing extreme weather right now with the onset of Hurricane Sandy, and we want to make sure you all stay safe. We've put together a list of things you can do to help, whether you're in Sandy's path or not.
Posted 7/6/12 2:56 pm EST by Maddy Roth in Natural Disasters, News
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The 12-day old wildfire that spread across Colorado and Utah destroyed neighborhoods, forcing 35,000 people out of their homes at its height.
Posted 5/8/12 10:44 am EST by Danica Davidson in Music
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People are in still in shock over the tragic loss of Adam Yauch better known as MCA of the Beastie Boys. You couldn’t go to a bar or a party this past weekend without hearing “Brass Monkey” or "(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party!)" We give our condolences to his loved ones. MTV has paid some tributes on Adam ranging from how he was more than a "hip-hop trailblazer" to the fact that he was one of the “pioneers of a youth culture.” Tamar Anitai over at Buzzworthy wrote from her heart about how Adam and co. personally impacted her life too:
Posted 4/13/12 2:10 pm EST by Alexandra Govere in Celebs, Shows
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Taylor Swift, One Direction, and "Jersey Shore"'s Ronnie and Deena have teamed up with the American Red Cross and California Earthquake Authority to ensure more people survive and recover from California’s next big quake. How can sweet Taylor do that? Well, she and a number of other actors, musicians, and professional fist-pumpers are auctioning off once-in-a-lifetime experiences from which 100% of the proceeds will go towards Californian earthquake preparedness and response programs.
Posted 3/21/12 1:43 pm EST by Melissa Jun Rowley in Celebs, News, Sweet Tweet
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Ashton Kutcher may be bound for outer space on Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic suborbital spacecraft in the future, but in the meantime he has his eyes on the victims of the 7.4 earthquake that rocked central Mexico on Tuesday. Hundreds of homes were damaged from the strongest quake to hit Mexico City in 26 years, and at least 11 people have been injured. Fortunately, there have been no deaths reported.
Posted 9/29/11 5:53 pm EST by Caroline Walker in Money, Resources, Social media, Uncategorized
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So, you want a _____. Could be anything -- a book, an album, a lava lamp, a Monkichi plush (who doesn't want a Monkichi plush, really) ... How are you going to pick the right product? Why, recommendations from your friends, of course! Now imagine that every time you take their advice, a reputable charity benefits. Rec.fm is making it happen.
