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Five Questions For Author Susanne Kearsley

New York Times bestselling author Susanna Kearsley likes adding a bit of the fantastic to her historical fiction. The Canadian writer, and former museum curator, is celebrated for her ability to weave »

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The Writer On The Attainable Reinvention Of A Star

Even rock stars have to re-invent themselves. For most of us, it happens in mid-life, and the catalyst is usually a crisis: job loss, divorce, illness. For legendary singer-songwriter Dan Hill, it »

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Exotic places to retire

Ever heard of “geographic arbitrage”? Here’s how it can work for your retirement. »

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Brooklyn Beckham signs with soccer team QPR

Brooklyn Beckham has been signed to a professional soccer club. The 14-year-old schoolboy looks set to follow in his father David Beckham’s sporting footsteps after joining Queens Park Rangers’ Under 14 academy »

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The Second Time Around

When my friend Anna’s teenaged daughter decided to have her baby, Anna offered to raise the child as her own. That was back in the late ’50s, and her decision was a »

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It’s famous stoner Tommy Chong’s birthday today! The Edmonton-born Chong of the infamous duo Cheech & Chong turns 73. The marijuana activist has never been shy to admit his love for the »

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Britain’s Prince Harry has been shopping for bargains. The 28-year-old royal was reportedly seen picking up a number of items at discounted retail store T.K. Maxx last week. According to website HollywoodLife.com, »

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K, this is getting a bit out of hand. As each day passes and the media awaits a statement from Toronto mayor Rob Ford either confirming or denying the video of him »

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There’s nothing particularly new about scandal in Canadian politics. John A. Macdonald, our very first prime minister, was brought down by a bribery and fraud controversy that makes our current Senate expense scandal seem tame by comparison. But that doesn’t get around the fact that Prime Minister Stephen Harper... »

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Queen Elizabeth takes the bus

Britain's Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh took a...»
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William and Catherine won’t have ‘traditional’ nanny

Britain's Prince William and Duchess Catherine are unlikel...»
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Prince Edward meets beauty queens

Britain's Prince Edward met with beauty queens yesterday (...»
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Blackberry To Release BBM On IPhones & Android Devices

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105-Year-Old Claims Bacon is Secret to Longevitiy

Bacon is a wonderful thing. But who ...»
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As much as we may love the ample amounts of sunshine summer may offer, our hair may not share the same sentiment. As seasons change, we should adjust our hair care to »

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Conrad Black – the former media tycoon, former “guest” of the American government, British Lord and presently columnist for the National Post, not to mention the host of a new television talk »

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Fresh takes for weighing in – and there’s even an app for that. – David Kirchhoff offers the male perspective in Weight Loss Boss, including a profile of Weight Watchers spokesperson Charles »

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Britain’s Prince Harry welcomed several of his relatives to his RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden yesterday (20.05.13). The 28-year-old prince teased his father Prince Charles and grandparents Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth »

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This issue celebrates two firsts for Zoomer. For starters, it’s the first time that we’ve chosen a nostalgic portrait for our cover – that of Elizabeth Taylor whose name is synonymous with »

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What’s the enduring appeal of the memoir? British novelist George Meredith called them “the backstairs of history.” A personal narrative gives readers access to worlds and experiences they don’t normally get to »

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Jane Fonda is one of many actresses rocking great style in her 70s! Tell what you think of these stylish actresses over 60 on our Facebook page! »

Who else is daydreaming about summer getaways already? Check out our Zoomer Travel board for getaway ideas and tips for your trips. »

Zoomer blogger Linda S. asks: Would you pay to shop in the U.S.A.? Check out her post on the proposed new fee for crossing the border and share your thoughts! »