Are Polarized Sunglasses a Must For Protecting Your Eyes?


Updated 10/14/11 11:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Are Polarized Sunglasses a Must For Protecting Your Eyes?

When exercising outside, sunglasses are a must. Personally, I can't stand to have the sun blinding my eyes. Not only that, but UV rays can cause cataracts and glaucoma. Two more reasons to slip on some shades. Last year, I bought a pair of expensive polarized sunglasses, thinking that "polarized" meant they blocked out those harmful UV rays.Unfortunately, polarized lenses act as a filter to Read more

It's a Snow Day For Siku


Updated 02/13/12 10:46 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Siku the Baby Polar Bear in the Snow Pictures

You'd think a baby polar bear would be ready for a tumble in the snow from day one. Not so for Siku, the adorable orphaned baby bear from the Scandinavian Wildlife Park. His first venture into a cold white world took place this week at just under 4 months old! But clearly this little one has taken to it like . . . well, polar bears to snow. Check out Siku's winter wonderland and other baby photos Read more

Sugar Shout Out: See Siku the Polar Bear's First Snow Day!


Updated 02/10/12 7:20 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Sugar Shout Out February 9, 2012

It's a snow day for Siku the polar bear They dated?! Fun celebrity couples from the past! Love-inspired libations Find out how to get the most flattering bangs Chelsea Handler is shameless about sex Heart braid is a sweet Valentine's Day hairdo NYFW street style kicks off with fresh pops of color and furry details Anthropologie rings in Spring with abstract color Sneak peek: first pictures from Read more

Linguine With Sea Urchin and Caviar


Updated 02/09/12 9:30 AM · Posted by OnSugar Blog · 5 comments

Pasta With Sea Urchin and Caviar Recipe

Sea urchin is often a polarizing ingredient. Yoo Eatz encourages us to muster some courage and embrace this culinary adventure in the form of pasta. What's so gross about sea urchin? Even some of the most adventurous eaters I know will make the most horrific faces when the topic comes up. I asked my husband about this — he generally recoils when I suggest that we share a pair of nigiri at the Read more

Goodbye, Knut: Our Favorite Polar Bear Passes Away


Updated 03/21/11 7:55 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Knut the Polar Bear Dies

We fawned over him as a baby, rooted for him to find love, sympathized when he lost his caretaker, and celebrated birthdays with him. But our favorite polar bear, Knut, passed away on Saturday. Most polar bears can live for up to 30 years in captivity, but Knut was only four when he died; zoo officials aren't yet sure what caused his death. We'll miss following his adventures, but for now, let's Read more

Going to the Dogs: the Best Super Bowl Animal Commercials


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Funniest 2012 Super Bowl Animal Commercials

Advertisers once again turned to man's best friend (and other animal pals) for a $3 million dose of funny during yesterday's Super Bowl. And while it was a giant of a day for one group of gridironers, we think the trophy should go to Weego, the smartest (and cutest) rescue dog of them all! Which was your favorite? Check out the menagerie below! There's no dog quite like a rescue dog. These sled Read more

Polar Bear Siku Guzzles Milk and Melts Hearts


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Photos and Video of Siku the Baby Polar Bear

The loss of Knut the polar bear last year left a trail of broken hearts among animal lovers worldwide. Thankfully, the good people at the Scandinavian Wildlife Park in Denmark have brought us Siku, and our hearts are once again replete. At just 49 days old, the orphaned baby polar is already an Internet sensation, simply for sucking on a bottle and passing out in a food coma. But so long as this Read more

The Oscar Nominations: Snap Judgments


Updated 01/25/12 9:00 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Oscar Nominations 2012 Opinions

The Oscar nominations were announced this morning, and now that we've had time to digest the news, we have a few reactions to share. From the positive and excited to the slightly disappointed, check out our thoughts on the 2012 Academy Award nominations, and be sure to share yours too. It's rare for a comedy to be able to compete with all of the heavy dramas of award season, especially an Read more