World View: The Top 10 Countries for Marriage!

Are you single and can’t seem to find a suitable mate to marry?  Well, you may want to check out this list of the world’s 10 countries with the highest marriage rates and consider relocating to increase your walking-down-the-aisle chances! Keep in mind, though, that in nations all over the world, people marry for different […]

MR. RIGHT: LOVE IS…?

  In this day and age, love and romance can be uncomfortable and, oftentimes, difficult topics for men to broach.  It’s no wonder that that is the case, for we live in a patriarchal world that often mistakes misogyny for masculinity, and reviles acts of love and kindness as acts of weakness. It takes a […]

Cover Story: Marion Jones

By Teryl Warren The dramatic story has been well-documented over the years. In 2007, Marion Jones – a young wife, mother and superstar athlete – found herself at the epicenter of one of the biggest doping scandals in sports history.  The justice that followed was swift; and the fallout – relentless, in the beginning – […]

Mr. Right: Iron Man Chris McCormack

You’ve seen the movie Iron Man, but what do you know about the real life Iron Men (and women) who brave the weather, water, and grueling terrain in international Iron Man competitions?  We recently caught up with two-time Iron Man World Champion Chris McCormack to find out what kind of mettle it takes to be […]

Features: Red Tails

By Teryl Warren They hailed from nearly every city in America.  Some were drafted into the military, most were college-educated, and all of them were young, talented and shared a dream of showing the world the heights to which they were capable of soaring. It would be decades before their country would rightfully honor their […]

What He Wants

CONFLICT RESOLUTION By Tripp Even the healthiest intimate relationships have issues. There’s no such thing as a perfect boyfriend or girlfriend, husband or wife.  Flaws will always exist, but it’s how you deal with them that make a relationship work. As we enter a new year, it’s important to know how to handle conflicts. Let’s […]

Performer Spotlight: Lira

This past summer, South African songstress Lira and her band performed in Los Angeles, and Wiles was there! Soulful, energetic and engaging are just a few of the words that come to mind to describe Lira as a woman, as well as a performer.  We recently connected with her to find out more about her career […]

Well-Said: Fitness Tips from Tyler Lough

Essential Tips For Keeping That New Year’s Resolution From celebrity fitness trainer Tyler Lough The New Year has just begun and shedding those extra holiday pounds is something a lot of people are struggling to do.  If your New Year resolution to get and stay in shape then let me help you take charge of […]

Main Course: Thai Chicken Soup

  A-choo!  That’s right, kids!  It’s January and that means cold season is upon us once again.  But what if you’re ailing and mommy can’t give you the TLC you need?   Have no fear!  This delicious chicken soup- with- a –Thai- twist recipe will get you through the month in flying colors and amazing flavors!  […]

Starlet Spotlight: Joanna Sotomura

Horror film fans will definitely recognize Joanna Sotomura from her recent role in the indie film MADISON COUNTY, which made its worldwide debut at LA’s own ScreamFest 2011. The premiere sold out and the festival hosted a special second screening to accommodate the huge demand. This psychological thriller recounts the story of a group of […]