Netflix subscribers (of which I am one) could easily be accused of lacking sufficient motivation to go to the video store to rent films, preferring to have their DVDs delivered to their homes. Now comes a product for those that are too lazy to even walk to the mailbox: The LG BD300 Blu-ray DVD player, <... >
Arm & Hammer Advance White Toothpaste and Whitening Booster promises that in four weeks, your teeth will be up to three shades whiter. Well, I wouldn’t go that far – it’s a decent product and it does whiten, but it isn’t as strong as some of the other products on the OTC market. On the <... >
“Two Lane Blacktop” (1971), available on DVD, is one the best – and probably least known – road movies ever made. It features an oddball cast that includes singers James Taylor and Dennis Wilson, along with veteran character actors Warren Oates and Harry Dean Stanton. The film was out of circulation for years because of <... >
Curve Connect cologne from Liz Claiborne, launched earlier this year, is an understated fragrance that features exotic foreign teas, tobacco flower, sandalwood and tonka bean, and is available in 125 ml spray. For the aesthetically inclined, I suppose the bottle design is less than inspired, but personally I don’t care much about the packaging of <... >
The Nike Air Max 360 III claims to provide the most cushioning ever engineered into a running shoe. No argument here. I found it to be even more comfortable than my Adidas 1 running shoes, which is no mean feat, since heretofore the Adidas 1 was my favorite running shoe. The Air Max 360 III <... >
Nivea for Men Revitalizing Eye Cream, is great for “tried eyes,” or the morning after a serious drinking bout. It reduces dark circles, puffiness and fine lines. $8.99, available at drug stores. Burberry Brit Aftershave Balm is great for daily use, and provides a clean, classic scent as well as moisturizing properties. $30.99 in fine <... >
Help dad find his groove with a new cologne. Choose one that really describes his personality, and it’s sure to be a hit. The Entrepreneurial Dad: Ineke’s Derring Do The Urban Dad: Diesel Fuel For Life Pour Homme Gift Set The Fashionisto Dad: Michael Kors Men’s Eau de Toilette The Sportsman Dad: Polo Explorer Eau <... >
As told to BN Travel Editor, Kelley Granger Driving a stretch limo in New York City is exciting. It tests your abilities to negotiate turns, deal with buses, large crowds of pedestrians and taxi cabs. It’s got its set of challenges, and it also has its rewards – namely bachelorette parties and the sneak peek <... >
When time comes to celebrate the man who bandaged your scraped knees, built your tree house for you, and sat at the kitchen table with you until you’d finished your brussel sprouts, think beyond ties and coffee mugs. This year, give Dad a gift he will enjoy – a gift that shows him how much <... >
You can walk the walk, talk the talk, but you are just a poseur until you smell like a billionaire. Are you listening Donald Trump? Created in 1948, Cypres Musc was worn by none other than Greek shipping magnate and Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy’s second spouse, Aristotle Onassis. Mossy and woodsy, it oozes machismo and mucho <... >
One of the biggest trends in the (fine) jewelry industry right now is men wearing jewelry. Making fashionable choices well beyond the staple watch and wedding band combo, men of style are experimenting. Not one to go for the ‘bling’ look, I wanted to find a collection of men’s pieces that would correspond with my <... >
Finland should be known for more than their Nokia cell phones. Meet Pirkko Vaisanen, the Artistic Director of Paul Labrecque Gentlemen’s Salon & Barber Shop at The Chatham. The Gentlemen’s Salon, which is going on its third year of existence, is located on the second level of the award-winning Paul Labrecque Salon & Spa East <... >
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ inaugural men’s fragrance Unforgivable was based on his personal relationship with scent. Combs wanted to take his next fragrance, Unforgivable Black, to a different place. Mustique? Bali? This scent is all out sexy; naked skin sexy. Asian pear, Cardamom, Seychelles Coco de Mer and a Coconut Rum Accord were added to the <... >
When you think of Earth Day, Going Green and all of the buzz-words and hot topics du jour, it can get to be a little overwhelming. Besides recycling those beer bottles from the weekend, turning the lights off when you don’t need them and putting your papers in the right bin, you might be wondering <... >
No Sweat! Keep your feet from offending this winter. a|MEN|ity Foot & Shoe Spray will save you the embarrassment of excusing your foot odor. Natural botanicals such as Willow Bark, Eucalyptus, Thyme and Clove eliminate odor while the special formula helps to exfoliate and repair dry feet. Not only does this product work on odor <... >
Bumble and Bumble Thickening Shampoo and Conditioner works wonders on fine hair, adding fullness, shine and moisture. Ingredients of panthenol, wheat protein and aloe vera gel help create soft hair, seal split ends and promote manageability. After using both the shampoo and conditioner for a week, I noticed a marked improvement in thickness and shine. <... >
No Sweat! Keep your feet from offending this winter. a|MEN|ity Foot & Shoe Spray will save you the embarrassment of excusing your foot odor. Natural botanicals such as Willow Bark, Eucalyptus, Thyme and Clove eliminate odor while the special formula helps to exfoliate and repair dry feet. Not only does this product work on odor <... >
What do most men think of the abundance of men’s fragrances that are on the market? Are they confused by the marketing blitzes and sexy images (ever see those abs on the guy in the Davidoff ad, woa, baby) the fragrances companies project? Do they leave it to their wives, girlfriends or significant others to <... >
Beyond Chocolate and Roses:
Better, More Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Gifts For Your Sweetheart
By Kyle Mancini
A corny heart-shaped card, a box of chocolates, red roses. Traditional or trite? Try something new this Valentine’s Day and you’ll find out. We’ve asked some of our readers what Valentine’s Day gift they’ve given that was most memorable to their significant others, and why…and here are some of the top responses: Richard is 40. <... >
January is a difficult month for blood centers to collect blood donations. During the holiday season, everyone is preoccupied with their social and travel schedules, resulting in a lower than usual turnout of donors and a reduced supply in our nation’s blood inventory. It is because of these factors that the AABB, along with America’s <... >