Christine Bude
Living in Chicago, IL
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On AC since: 08.18.06
Bio:
Christine's articles have generated over 2 million page views on AC. Christine is one of the top 100 Content Producers for 2008 and Won Best of AC for Winter Travel Guides for December, 2008.
Christine's articles have generated over 2 million page views on AC. Christine is one of the top 100 Content Producers for 2008 and Won Best of AC for Winter Travel Guides for December, 2008.
Education/Experience:
Waukesha County College and University of Wisconsin
Waukesha County College and University of Wisconsin
Interests:
Singing, Music, Art, Travel, Reading, Restaurants, Music, Health, Animals, Love, Dating, Relationships, Passion, Christianity
Singing, Music, Art, Travel, Reading, Restaurants, Music, Health, Animals, Love, Dating, Relationships, Passion, Christianity
Motto:
All Things Are Possible For Those Who Love the Lord.
All Things Are Possible For Those Who Love the Lord.
Affiliations:
Suite 101
Lake County Examiner
Chicago Cable TV Examiner
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Extended stay or suite hotels offer a separate living area, so the setting for the interview is more professional than a traditional hotel room.
By Christine Bude | Published 6/30/2009 | Read more »
Extended stay hotels offer some extra home like features that make the stay more comfortable for the wedding party and guests.
By Christine Bude | Published 6/30/2009 | Read more »
Extended stay hotels in the Chicago area offer comforts of home to the business traveler.
By Christine Bude | Published 6/29/2009 | Read more »
Extended stay hotels offer business travelers some of the amenities of home.
By Christine Bude | Published 6/29/2009 | Read more »
Staying at an extended stay hotel can be a great savings because the lodging includes a kitchen, so you can save money on restaurant meals.
By Christine Bude | Published 6/29/2009 | Read more »
One of the Chicago areas popular attractions; Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois introduced a new family friendly attraction this spring called Buccaneer's Battle.
By Christine Bude | Published 6/25/2009 | Read more »
The eyes of the world could be on Tempel Farms in 2016, because it has been selected as the Olympic site for equestrian events if Chicago wins the 2016 Olympic bid.
By Christine Bude | Published 6/25/2009 | Read more »
Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne were legendary Broadway stars of the Golden Era of Hollywood. Ten Chimneys, the home that the golden couple adored, opens for tours during the summer months.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/21/2009 | Read more »
Farrah Fawcett had her friend Alana Stewart pick up a camera and record her doctor's visits and treatments for cancer. Farrah's Story, is a documentary that has aired on NBC, Oxygen and Bravo
By Christine Bude | Published 5/19/2009 | Read more »
Noyes Fludde, or Noah's Ark is a Biblical play about Noah and the Ark before and during the flood of 40 day and 40 nights.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/19/2009 | Read more »
Lying about money is to a spouse is a type of infidelity because in involves deceiving the one person they are supposed to have a relationship of trust with.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/19/2009 | Read more »
Prenuptial agreements are pragmatic rather than romantic. The agreement can offer a measure of comfort to both parties in a betrothed couple because the agreement spells out the division of assets in the event of divorce.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/12/2009 | Read more »
The prenuptial agreement is a premarital contract that spells out the financial settlements that would take place in the event the marriage ends in divorce.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/12/2009 | Read more »
Oprah interviewed the parents of teenagers who had committed suicide as a direct result of their victimization by bullies. Oprah also talked to social experts about what to do about bullies.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/7/2009 | Read more »
Growing your own vegetable garden is rewarding because you get the pleasure of watching the small plants grow and eventually bear food for the family.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/6/2009 | Read more »
Cooking your own food with flavorful and low fat ingredients can help you to make food with a nutritional punch and help you to control your weight.
By Christine Bude | Published 5/5/2009 | Read more »
Eco friendly hotels in Maine offer comfortable accommodations while making efforts to preserve the environment. Green Hotels Association has a membership of eco-friendly hotels in Maine.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/28/2009 | Read more »
Hotels that are eco friendly adopt practices that help to protect the environment from waste and toxic substances and reduce their carbon footprint on the earth.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/28/2009 | Read more »
Missouri is a state in the heart of the Midwest with a natural environment of fields, lake and the Ozark Mountains.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/28/2009 | Read more »
Arkansas is a vacation destination with abundant natural beauty, with forested mountain areas, waterfalls and the Hot Springs National Park.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/27/2009 | Read more »
Travel is good for the soul but can be tough on the environment. Most modes of travel, whether by car, bus or airplane; uses fossil fuels that can leave a big carbon footprint.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/27/2009 | Read more »
Southwestern Texas offers travelers a vacation experience that celebrates the great outdoors in the mountains, desert and on the lake.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/24/2009 | Read more »
Hotels in Dallas, Texas that have adopted "green" or sustainable practices help to do their part in preserving the earth and make travel more eco friendly.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/24/2009 | Read more »
The Big Bend National Park is an outstanding natural environment for travelers interested in nature and the environment.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/23/2009 | Read more »
Green hotels in Austin offer accommodations in facilities that have adopted eco-friendly practices to help protect the environment.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/23/2009 | Read more »
Eco friendly hotels in the state of Vermont take steps to offer comfortable accommodations to travelers' while protecting the environment.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/23/2009 | Read more »
Virginia hotels that adopt environmentally friendly practices help to make travel easier on the environment. Eco friendly travelers may wish to stay at a hotel that makes efforts to keep the eco-system green.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
Springtime is the start of the festival season in Oklahoma, with family fun for kids and adults across the state.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
Chicago's eco-conscious restaurants serve organic food in interesting settings, such as at the Lincoln Park Zoo, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and the Shedd Aquarium.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
People in the Chicago area who are interested in Green living and an eco friendly environment should visit the Chicago Green Festival on May 16-17 at Navy Pier.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
Kentucky is a beautiful natural environment with outdoor recreation in the forests wilderness areas. Hotels that take steps to be eco friendly help to protect the environment and the native wildlife.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
Travelers who are looking for ways to protect the environment might consider a stay at an eco-friendly hotel that takes steps to operate in a manner that preserves nature.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
The beautiful mountain area of western North Carolina is a scenic destination surrounded by spectacular scenery and wilderness areas.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/16/2009 | Read more »
The Smoky Mountain area of Tennessee is one of the most naturally beautiful environments in the United States.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/16/2009 | Read more »
Hotels are becoming increasingly aware of ways they can help the environment by adopting eco friendly practices.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/16/2009 | Read more »
Travelers are becoming more aware of the environment and the importance of protecting the ecosystem. Green hotels in southeastern Georgia are environentally aware.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/16/2009 | Read more »
Resorts on the coast of Georgia offer luxurious accommodations and amenities in properties situated in stunningly beautiful natural surroundings.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/16/2009 | Read more »
Green hotels are properties that practice conservation to provide an eco friendly environment.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Three hotels that are members of Green Hotels Association in northwestern Florida include Wildwood Resort in Crawfordville, Quality Inn in Tallahassee and La Quinta Inn in Panama City Beach.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Green hotels make efforts to adopt practices that protect the natural environment of the Florida Keys so prized by residents and travelers
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Green hotels in the northeastern coast of Florida include Amelia Island Plantation Resort and Bayfront Westcott Inn in St. Augustine
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Florida attracts travelers for the balmy weather, tropical atmosphere and the beauty of the natural surroundings. Help to protect the beautiful environment by choosing a hotel that has adopted eco friendly practices.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Travelers to the Miami area in southeastern Florida can "think green" by staying in a hotel that practices "green" conservation in an effort to make hotels more environmentally friendly.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Barack Obama, the President of the United States, hales from Chicago, Illinois. Obama watchers can experience the parts of Chicago that Obama did by taking tour of some of Obama's favorite places and places near where has lived.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago is a city with a rich and fascinating history, some of which is chronicled in art exhibitions around the city this spring
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The festival season in Chicago's neighborhoods tilts into full gear in June. There are festivals in the many neighborhoods around Chicago.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago's history is studied in exhibits are the city's museums and cultural institutions. From fashion to black history to the Lincoln Bicentennial; there are exhibits to interest the history and society buffs.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
There will be some dramatic changes to the Chicago landscape of Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago this spring.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Some of Chicago's neighborhood festivals in the month of May include Chicago Mayfest in Lakeview, Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival and Do-Division Street Fest.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago has an active cultural and arts community that offers musical programs for people who enjoy opera, jazz and classical music.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Following are hotels in the Orlando and Tampa area that are members of the Green Hotels Association.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago's cultural institutions offer an ever-changing selection of art and cultural exhibits that provoke intelligent thought and conversation.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The Gospel Music Festival of Chicago will put on a weekend of inspirational music at Millennium Park on the lakefront for two days, June 6-7, 2009.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago's world class cultural institutions offer family friendly scientific programs for kids and adults.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
World Kitchen in Chicago offers seminars about ethnic food.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Head to Quebec, Canada for some great festivals this summer. Whether you are looking for jazz music, laughs or dramatic displays fireworks, Quebec has a festival for you.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago's Green City Market makes getting your fruits and vegetables more convenient, with produce stands brought into various locations in the Windy City.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The current economic climate is scary to just about everybody. If you have not been touched by job loss, financial hardship, unemployment and threats of foreclosure you are extremely lucky.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago is a city with a rich legacy in jazz music, an art form that can be relished by fans at several free concerts at Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park in Chicago this summer.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Chicago offers a variety of springtime athletic events for spectators and participants to enjoy. Special events this spring include Special Olympics Chicago, ChicagoWorldSup Soccer tournament and the Chicago Hunger Walk.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Millennium Park, with its popular landmark Bean Sculpture, is five years old this year! Millennium Park is one of Chicago's most popular destinations.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Earth Day is April 18, but the planet should be for every day. If you are looking for an eco-themed event, there are a number of Green events in the City of Chicago this spring.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The Chicago Gospel Music Festival is celebrating its 25 anniversary this year. The annual music festival returns to Millennium Parks for the first weekend in June, June 6 & 7.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The big state of Texas holds some big festivals to entertain the crowds in the Lone Star State. Family friendly festivals offer entertainment, music, dancing, food and socializing.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Vermont is commemorating the 1609 exploration of Lake Champlain for the entire year, with festivals and celebrations through 2009.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The fairs and festivals of New Mexico are a great opportunity to get out and socialize while enjoying family friendly entertainment.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The Southwestern state of Arizona has festivals and fair that honor the cowboy roots and the wild west origins of the region.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Festivals in Arkansas offer the place for a family friendly outing, fun for kids and adults. Here is a listing of just a few of the many festivals in Arkansas.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
Late summer to fall festivals in Kansas include the Kansas State Fair, McPherson Scottish Festival & Highland Games and the Kansas City Renaissance Festival
By Christine Bude | Published 4/15/2009 | Read more »
The Great Chicago Places and Spaces Festival focuses on the famous architecture of the City of Chicago.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/13/2009 | Read more »
Summer is time for festivals, rodeos and fairs in the Plains State of Nebraska. Some of the festivals this summer include the Nebraskaland Days Buffalo Bill Rodeo, Nebraska State Fair and the AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/13/2009 | Read more »
The Great Depression of the 1930's may offer some lessons for government officials and greedy corporate pirates.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/8/2009 | Read more »
The Mayor's Office of Special Events has announced the talent lineup for Taste of Chicago 2009. Taste is the premier summer festival in the City of Chicago, with free entertainment and food booths offering tastes of snacks and cuisine for sale.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/8/2009 | Read more »
While there is not a risk in the United States, people who travel to other countries around the globe, may be at risk of exposure and should get a booster vaccine, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
By Christine Bude | Published 4/8/2009 | Read more »
The Chicago Architecture Foundation is commemorating the 1909 Plan of Chicago and the notable careers of Daniel Burnham and Edward Bennett in their contributions to the city's design.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/8/2009 | Read more »
Chicago offers a wealth of free and inexpensive events offering great entertainment value to residents and visitors. Enjoy strolling through a conservatory flower show, listening to music or going to a parade at one of Chicago's free events.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/8/2009 | Read more »
Signs of Spring in Chicago include baseball and kite flying. Get out and play in the Chicago spring weather by going to a family friendly event like Play Ball Chicago or the Kids and Kites Festival.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/6/2009 | Read more »
The City of Chicago has designed some tours especially that are especially fun for kids and families. Kid-friendly torus includes Animals in Architecture, Chicago Cultural Center & Millennium Park Treasure Hunt and the Lego ® Block Party Workshop.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/1/2009 | Read more »
The City of Chicago supports going green and the environment with Bike Chicago 2009, encouraging citizens to ride their bike instead of driving.
By Christine Bude | Published 4/1/2009 | Read more »
Chicago, Illinois hosts some of the biggest and most popular festivals in the United States, demonstrating the Chicagoans love of music and parties.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
Summertime in Maryland brings some great festivals that attract hundreds of thousands of people to the state. Festivals and fairs are terrific family-friendly events that offer entertainment for kids and adults in a festive setting.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
Summertime brings warm weather and festivals, which are a wonderful venue to enjoy the mild weather, convivial social atmosphere and entertainment
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
Festivals are a popular form of family friendly entertainment in a social setting with music, shopping, food, fun and more.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
Summertime in Washington, in the great Pacific Northwest, is time to get out and play by enjoying some of the festival events with entertainment, food and music.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
The state of Virginia hosts some top-notch festivals during the summer season. Festivals are a wonderful form of entertainment to enjoy on your own or with family members and friends.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
Festival season is in full gear in the Bluegrass State of Kentucky, starting with the premier thoroughbred horse racing event of the season, the Kentucky Derby.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
West Virginia is home to some great festivals and fairs, which offer wonderful family entertainment with music, food and even some education about the heritage and culture of Americans.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
Oregon is celebrating their 150th anniversary this year, making 2009 an exceptionally great time to get out and take part in the various festivals and fairs in the state.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/31/2009 | Read more »
Summertime festivals in the Twin Cities Minneapolis/St. Paul of Minnesota are a time to enjoy the special events and activities with family and friends.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/27/2009 | Read more »
The spring and summer weather is mild and it is time for people of the Midwest to get out and play. Iowa features a unique selection of festivals for the spring-summer season.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/27/2009 | Read more »
Get ready for a full summer of fun at the festivals and fairs of Indiana, including Indianapolis 500, Amish Country Quilt Gardens Tour, Indiana State Fair and the Ligonier Marshmallow Festival.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/27/2009 | Read more »
Spring and summer festivals in Tennessee are a fun filled destination featuring great entertainment, music, food and a social environment.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/26/2009 | Read more »
There are an interesting assortment of festivals in Connecticut this summer, including the Connecticut Film Festival, Litchfield Jazz Festival, By Land and By Sea Antique Vehicles at Mystic Seaport and the Connecticut Renaissance Faire.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/26/2009 | Read more »
Festivals and fairs are a wonderful way to get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air while socializing with other festival goers. Festivals generally have a variety of entertainment, for every member of the family.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/25/2009 | Read more »
North Dakota features festivals in the wide open spaces of the great plains. People of North Dakota, and the travelers to the state, enjoy getting out into the mild summer weather for festive gatherings.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/25/2009 | Read more »
Highly regarded resorts in Georgia include the Cloister at Sea Island and the Ritz Carlton Lodge Reynolds Plantation.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/23/2009 | Read more »
The festivals of Colorado are robust outdoor events, surrounded by the natural scenic beauty of the region and the fresh, clean outdoors air.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/20/2009 | Read more »
Summer festivals in Pennsylvania are a great opportunity for a family outing, with activities and entertainment in the great outdoors during the beautiful summer weather.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/20/2009 | Read more »
The state of Wyoming offers a summer full of festival events, including Buffalo Bill Wild West reenactments, music and rodeo entertainment.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/20/2009 | Read more »
Some of the summer festivals in Michigan include the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival, Derbyshire Renaissance Faire, Rothbury Festival, National Cherry Festival, Silver Leaf Renaissance Faire and the Michigan State Fair.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/19/2009 | Read more »
Measles outbreaks are still common in many areas or the world, including Europe. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) over 20 million people around the world still get measles every year.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/19/2009 | Read more »
When Travel + Leisure readers voted for the Top 100 Hotels in the U.S. and Canada, three hotels in the Carolinas were selected, including Charleston Place in South Carolina, Inn on Biltmore Hotel in North Carolina and Planters Inn in South Carolina
By Christine Bude | Published 3/17/2009 | Read more »
Volunteer work is a great way to give to the community of your choice, and new research shows that it can also be beneficial for health reasons.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/16/2009 | Read more »
The emotional strain of a bad marriage can affect the physical health of women, in addition to the depressive symptoms they experience. The physical effects of the strain can affect heart health.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/9/2009 | Read more »
Two men have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of conspiracy to commit health care fraud and charges of health care fraud, in Atlanta, Georgia, according to the FBI.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/9/2009 | Read more »
Air with a lot of particles can trigger asthma symptoms in children, causing coughing, wheezing and tightness of chest. Indoor particulate matter has been on the increase and has been associated with more severe asthma symptoms.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/9/2009 | Read more »
A new study by Yale School of Medicine researchers is showing some promise in the battle against alcohol abuse. A drug that is used to help people stop smoking, varenicline, sold by the name of Chantix; may also help reduce alcohol cravings.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/7/2009 | Read more »
Asthma has been on the increase around the world since the latter portion of the twentieth century. A study released in a press release stated that Eastern Puerto Rico has a particularly high incidence of childhood asthma.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/6/2009 | Read more »
New studies showed that using the phone while traveling, whether by vehicle or by foot, can increase the death rate of pedestrians, vehicle drivers and vehicle passengers.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/6/2009 | Read more »
New research suggests that disadvantaged people are even less likely to get hired in the current economic climate than before.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/6/2009 | Read more »
Two New York men were arrested on February 25, 2009 on a $668 million scheme with charges of securities fraud, wire fraud and conspiracy.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/6/2009 | Read more »
Over 700 home healthcare RNs, who provide at home care for patients in New York City, participated in an anonymous survey and reported on living conditions in patients homes.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/6/2009 | Read more »
Television programs and advertisements that show people drinking alcohol have been shown to affect the amount of alcohol imbibed by people who watch, according to new research published in the journal Alcohol and Alcoholism.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/6/2009 | Read more »
People who believe in God have less anxiety and less stress, than people who are not believers, according to new research.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/6/2009 | Read more »
Two men from the Colombo organized crime family were sentenced to life in prison for the 1999 murder for Colombo family underboss William "Wild Bill" Cutolo. They were also charged for witness tampering.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/4/2009 | Read more »
Federal fraud charges have been filed against a Chicago businessman who allegedly lured over two dozen people to invest about $4.7 million into commodity trading pools, according to FBI.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/4/2009 | Read more »
Travel + Leisure readers voted on the 100 Top Hotels in the U.S. and Canada and included four magnificent resorts in central to northern California.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/4/2009 | Read more »
Black raspberries, like many of the vibrantly colored berries, are fruits that are packed with nutrition. Berries are not only delicious; they are excellent sources on antioxidants, which have many health benefits.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/4/2009 | Read more »
The National Sleep Foundation found that as many as one third of Americans lose sleep because of worry over financial concerns and the economy.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/4/2009 | Read more »
Arrests have been made in a massive multimillion dollar tax refund scheme involving stolen Social Security numbersm stolen identities and mail diversion; according to the FBI.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/4/2009 | Read more »
Melanoma is a serious skin cancer that can be caused by exposure to UV Rays from sunlight. New research has shown that a new compound from natural ingredients may have the ability to fight or prevent melanoma.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
A recent study of the diets of older adults has found that many Americans are not getting an adequate amount of essential vitamins and minerals.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
Women, in a recent study, who attended religious services appeared to live longer.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
In a recent study, researchers found that people in lower income neighborhoods had a lower availability of foods that are healthy.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
Knut the Polar Bear Cub got a lot of attention when he was born at the Berlin Zoo, a little over two years ago.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
San Francisco, California is one of the most popular destinations in the world and home to some of the most famous landmarks around the globe.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
Saint Patrick's Day is a big celebration in the City of Chicago, with not one, but two large parades. Chicago is unique for the tradition dyeing the Chicago River Kelly green.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
A former New Jersey resident has been returned to the United States after almost 13 years as a fugitive from justice. The man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit one of the largest motor fuel excise tax schemes known.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
The Southern California Coast, with magnificent Pacific Ocean views and the ideal climate is an idyllic getaway destination.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
People with dogs often treat their beloved companion animals like children. It is not uncommon for people to let the pet sleep in bed with them. Often the pet will lick their person's face and hands.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) offers a multitude of tours for people of varying interests. Two new tours for 2009 are the Daniel Burnham Tour and the Palmer House Hotel Tour.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
WWF Earth Hour urges people around the globe to turn off their lights for one hour on Saturday, March 28, 2009 between 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
Daytime sleepiness may be a red flag for cardiovascular disease that should be reported to a physician.
By Christine Bude | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
A Florida man was found guilty on charges related to an international $13.5 million money laundering conspiracy.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/28/2009 | Read more »
Getaway to the Rocky Mountain towns in Colorado for the splendid, majestic beauty of the mountains and the outdoor recreation. Some of the best resorts in North America are in Colorado.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/28/2009 | Read more »
Chicago is the city with the most AAA Five Diamond Restaurants in the U.S., with seven of the finest dining establishments found anywhere.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/28/2009 | Read more »
Recent studies have found that influenza causes around 75 million missed days of work every year. Flu also caused around 200 million days of restricted activity.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/28/2009 | Read more »
Anthony Russell of Political Pet Toys is the entrepreneur who has creatively figured out a way that you can express your feelings with a pet chew toy.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/28/2009 | Read more »
If you want to lose weight, a heart healthy diet plan that reduces the amount of calories can result in a healthy weight loss that can be maintained.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/28/2009 | Read more »
Arthritis is a disease that often afflicts people who have heart disease and diabetes. Exercise can help to manage heart disease and diabetes, but people with arthritis often avoid physical activity because they fear it will cause pain.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/27/2009 | Read more »
In New York, David Copeland Reed, was arrested and indicted on charges stemming from the operation of an internet based, international "gold unit" Ponzi scheme, according to the FBI.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/27/2009 | Read more »
The Southern California coast in the Los Angeles is home to some of the most acclaimed resorts in North America.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/27/2009 | Read more »
Chicago is home to five hotels that are Green Seal certified, making the Windy City the leader of the nation in this environmental initiative.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
Health experts are urging supermarkets to educate customers about proper use of antibiotics.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
Los Angeles is a destination with some of the ultimate luxury hotels in the world. The readers of Travel + Leisure voted for the top 100 hotels in Continental U.S. and Canada, and recognized the excellence of legendary Los Angeles Hotels.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
ComEd Electric Company has recommended several tips to help the environment and to save money when working from home.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
The Pennsylvania Department of Health has released an initiative called Clean Hands Save Lives, an initiative that is a good reminder not only for Pennsylvanians, but for people around the globe.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
According to recent research, teenagers who prefer songs with lyrics about degrading sexual references were likelier to engage in pre-coital activities and sexual intercourse.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
The Hudson-Fulton Champlain Quadricentennial Celebration commemorates the 400 year anniversaries of the voyages of Henry Hudson and Samuel de Champlain.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/26/2009 | Read more »
The One Million Women Study was examined for a link between cancer incidence and alcohol consumption.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
As people are living longer, the retirement years are being transformed from a time to sit on the porch in a rocking chair to a time of dynamic activity and personal growth.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
The Knock Out is a rose bush that thrives with a minimum of care and no chemicals, so it is perfect for me.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
We have all heard the saying that old saying, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." New research indicates that this old advice may to apply to the breast cancer doctor as well as other types of doctors.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
Cancer is a life threatening disease feared for its ability to cause loss of life and loss of quality of life. As medicine makes advances in treatment, there are more and more cancer survivors.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
Women who are waiting for breast biopsy results know the gut wrenching stress that accompanies waiting for that all important phone call that relays the important results.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
The CLIO Awards has announced that Honorary CLIO Awards will be presented to singer/songwriter Barry Manilow and Matthew Weiner, the creator and executive producer of AMC's Mad Men.
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Teamster President Jim Hoffa spoke at the Good Jobs, Green Jobs national conference held in Washington D.C. earlier this month about the importance of the green economy.
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Calcium intake is important for healthy bones for women and men. Research suggests that women get more protection against cancer, but both sexes may get the benefit of protection against some cancers.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
When consumers have disposable income they may decide to spend a portion of it on experiences or goods that they enjoy.
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A new study published in the Journal of Consumer Research offers some simple techniques to help people consider their long term interests instead of looking for short term fixes.
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Kids that watch movies that are rated R are more likely to smoke cigarette than kids that do not.
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Most people do turn gray, but not everybody does. The reason that people turn gray has been a perplexing mystery that people have tried to figure out for ages.
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Hotels in the northern to central portion of Florida that made the prestigious Travel + Leisure list include Pointe Vedra Inn & Club, Water Color Inn & Resort and Ritz Carlton Orlando Grande Lake.
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Popular romance novelist Danielle Steele has announced that 71 of her books will be available as e-books on Amazon and the eBook Store by Sony.
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California Condors, called the magnificent thunderbird, are among the largest flying birds in the world. There was a time when thousands of condors soared through the skies of the western United States and Mexico.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
Southern Florida is home to some of the best hotels in North America, according to a reader's poll of Travel + Leisure Magazine in 2008
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
When Travel + Leisure selected the top hotels in the world in 2008, Chicago fared very well. Out of the top 100 Hotels in the Continental United States and Canada, four hotels were on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Degenerative disc disease is a debilitating back pain condition that sends millions of patients to see their doctor. Over 80 percent of the patients who have spinal surgery do so because they have degeneration of the disc.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Bones are weakened by the effects of osteoporosis, which can lead to more fractures. Approximately 1.5 million factures every year are attributed to weakened bones due to osteoporosis.
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The United States Postal Service has announced the new series of First Class Stamps honoring civil rights pioneers at the NAACP annual meeting in New York City.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Let's be clear, the Shedd Aquarium is open and most of its attractions are open. It is just the Oceanarium portion that is closed. Visitors can still enjoy the Waters of the World, Caribbean Reef, Wild Reef, 4-D Special FX Theater and Amazon Rising.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
New research has shown that young people who smoke have an increased risk of multiple sclerosis, known as MS.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Springtime days in May are a wonderful time to step back into a historic era at a Renaissance Festival in America's Heartland.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
People, who live near green spaces, such as in the country or near a park, tend to live longer, according to a study released by the University of Illinois Champaign Urbana.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Hudson 400 is the celebration of the discovery of the Hudson River Valley in New York State by Dutch explorers in 1609.
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It should come as no surprise that global warming will potentially affect health, including the ability to breathe. A new study shows that hotter weather may result in more respiratory problems.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
According to a new research study presented at the American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference, there is a disparity in knowledge and awareness about symptoms by high risk people.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Hershey Company has announced that they are closing their York Peppermint Patty plant in Reading, Pennsylvania after 23 years, a move denounced by Teamster Jim Hoffa.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Exercise is important for health but how much and what kind of exercise is best will depends on who you talk to.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
New research suggests that there is a link between the number of neighborhood fast food restaurants and risk of stroke for people in the area.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Research has found that women who have had a stroke do not get the same level of care as men in the hospital.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
The stars of country music will gather in Las Vegas early in April for the Country Music Awards and "The Week Vegas Goes Country."
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Even though sun exposure is a known risk for skin cancer, some people who work in the sun do not take proper precautions to protect themselves from damaging rays.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Springtime is a wonderful season to spend outdoors at one of the Renaissance festivals in California.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Teenagers who are targeted by bullies can be affected as they become adults in their sexual behaviors.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Suicide by Cop is the attempt to force law enforcement to kill or injure a person. This practice poses a danger to perpetrators, police officers and to innocent onlookers.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Super bugs are dangerous organisms that can cause serious illness and death because they are immune to antibiotics, making people vulnerable to infectious disease.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Brookfield Zoo, in the Chicago area, will be bringing out the dinosaurs for the Dinosaurs Alive! Exhibition from April 4 through October, 2009.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Good news for people concerned about hearing loss! New research from the University of Florida suggests that antioxidant supplements may be able to prevent loss of hearing in laboratory animals.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Eggs are a valuable source of high quality protein, which is essential for good nutrition, and are an affordable food source.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Children who have a close emotional bond with their mother during their early years may be able to from more positive friendships once they get into school.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Plants are wonderful accents, offering a refreshing focal point for the eyes. Plants are not only relaxing and healthful to look at, they help to clean the air of chemicals and make breathing easier,
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Presidential pets offer friendship and companionship to the first families and often become celebrities in their own right.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
A man who was part of a criminal card cheating conspiracy, admitted that his ring of conspirators made up to one million dollars in casino cheating scheme.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a disease that affects nearly 27 million people in the United States and is number nine in the country's leading causes of death.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Diabetes is a potentially serious condition that appears to be on the increase. Obesity control and exercise are health behaviors that can help prevent diabetes.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
In the face of crisis, some people want to talk about it and some do not, and there is nothing wrong with either reaction.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Training techniques used by owners of aggressive dogs may teach the dogs to be more aggressive, the opposite of the desired effect, according to research for the School of Veterinary Medicine at Penn.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
As the teens are learning to be independent, their life may threatened by a disease that causes them to have to give up their new independence and become reliant upon their parents.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Gardening is a hobby, vocation or a chore, depending on where you are coming from. For a growing segment of the population, gardening can be a hobby with health benefits.
By Christine Bude | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
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