The great American pastime of window-shopping is best done during the summer months, when time is spent indoors and there are no obligations to buy holiday gifts. Although you might want to reach for your wallet at every turn, sometimes a lack of funds and/or necessity prevents those impulse purchases…
Let’s face it, with Beard Nation alive and growing, and cats being the indomitable rulers of the Internet, it was only a matter of time before the two found each other across the worldwide web. See Also: SkyMall’s Late Spring 2013 Catalog: The Good, The Bad, and The Bananas Human…
ZOMG! Did you go to Phoenix Comicon’s “preview night” on Thursday evening and see that full-sized mockup of the Mos Eisley Cantina? What about that gruesome zombie created by the peeps from Making Monsters at the Chamber of Fear booth or the first night of the Phoenix Ultimate Geek Smackdown?…
Gardening help can be one of the toughest things to come by. After spending hours on Google trying to figure out whether your plant needs more water, less fertilizer, more sunlight, or new potting soil, it’s easy to get discouraged and give up on the hobby altogether. Admittedly, there may…
There’s plenty of reason to be wary of 3D printing technology — what with the arrival of 3D printed gummy avatars, fetuses, and most terrifyingly guns. But a Japanese start-up is giving the whole world an entirely new reason to shudder. Human. Doll. Cloning. See Also: We’re Doomed: Robot Therapists…
In case you haven’t heard, the mustache look is out (thank God). In its wake, facial hair fanatics have turned to the more rugged (albeit less summer-practical) trend of Beard Nation. With untamed face foliage garnishing the landscapes of indie rock concerts, bike shops, and coffee bars nationwide, media masterminds…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: Inspired by 19th century Argentina, this tear-drop quartz stone dangles from a fine sterling silver chain. Where: Bella Argentina Cost: $166 See also: The Five Worst Summer Fashion…
Travel season is nearly upon us. Whether that means lazy beaches, bustling cities, or serene forests, there’s one thing we know we can count on to get us through the transit: SkyMall. No use denying — we know you read the Phoenix-headquartered publication, too. Yes, there are approximately one million…
If there are a few pieces of helpful advice we can impart to people attending Phoenix Comicon, which kicks off less than 24 hours from now, it’s these tips: Drink plenty of fluids, take frequent opportunities to rest, and know your physical limits. Not only will it help the body…
The world of The Jetsons or a Brave New World? Scientists have developed a new form of robo-therapist that may revolutionize the mental health field. Her name is Ellie and she is the brainchild of psychologist Al Rizzo and computer scientist Louis-Philippe Moerncy at the USC Institute for Creative Technologies…
Sadder than a bangs-less Zooey Deschanel, here are the five worst fashion trends you’ll see this summer. Overalls & Shortalls Blossom Russo and Dorothy Jane Torkelson are allowed to be your fashion icons only if you are younger than 14 and the year is 1992. Got it? See also: Target…
John Barrowman is one of Phoenix Comicon 2013’s biggest celebrity gets. That’s because Whovians everywhere love his portrayal of the sexy and sassy Jack Harkness on Doctor Who and its spin-off Torchwood. Jackalope Ranch had some burning questions for Barrowman, who’s scheduled to appear from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday,…
There’s no denying that the television powers that be were hard at work this spring when comedian Patton Oswalt made an appearance on the already star-studded NBC show Parks and Recreation. Playing more or less a crazier version of himself, the nerd culture savant delivered an elaborate seven-minute filibuster detailing…
At long last, there’s pie again at Bragg’s Pie Factory. A new vegan cafe, Bragg’s Factory Diner, has opened in the very spot out of which the Bragg family originally sold cakes and pies in the ’40s and ’50s. See also: – Lunch Under $10 at Bragg’s Factory Diner Now…
Mind the gap. It’s a mantra that many women of all shapes and sizes are accustomed to thinking. Whether it’s a meeting, interview, or any one of life’s most somber moments, the shirt’s gap never fails to make an untimely appearance. The pop of a button, the hint of a…
Some geeks slave over a killer cosplay outfit to wear at their hometown comic book convention. It earns them a variety of impressed stares, photo ops, and maybe some local notoriety. But when Valley prop maker/costume creator Allen Amis, who operates Anarchy Squared Creations, trotted out a full suit of…
If you’ve ever wondered how your Mary Jane-loving friends manage to avoid obesity despite certain obvious factors such as a lack of movement and impressive caloric intake, you’re not alone. A recent study compiled by researchers at the University of Nebraska, the Harvard School of Public Health, and Beth Israel…
Local gamers, start digging through couch cushions and hoarding every quarter possible. You’re gonna need ’em a couple of months from now when the Artcade Lounge opens its doors in downtown Phoenix Ariel Bracamonte and Nico Paredes, the pair behind the popular Artcade Show earlier this year (which featured vintage…
If you follow Diddy on any of his many social networks/emotional outlets, you may have noticed some rather odd behavior yesterday. The hip-hop mogul, who has more than 8.5 million followers on Twitter, announced on Wednesday that he would be appearing as a regular character on the popular British period…
If you’ve attended Phoenix Comicon at any point over the past couple years, it’s likely you’ve seen Cara Nicole dressed in costume in the Exhibitor Hall, probably as her best-known alter ego AZ Powergirl. Frankly, she’s pretty hard to miss, even among the crowds of countless cosplayers that regularly attend…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: If you’re of the opinion that your phone should be just as stylish as the rest of your outfit, Ashley Cooper has some celly cases you need to…
Vertical gardening is all the rage — a quick Pinterest search for “garden” reveals stacked pots, pallet gardens, and walls of flowers. But what seems like a simple space-saving technique is not always so easy to execute. Alex Billingsley offers an alternative to the DIY approach currently taking over gardening…
