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'Stevie Wonder Announces Upcoming Tour Dates in a Surprise Performance in Central Park

Stevie Wonder has been performing pop-up concerts in Washington, Philadelphia and New York to promote his concert tour, “Songs in the Key of Life Performance”. He recently did a surprise show in New York City’s SummerStage at Central Park last Monday. The event was reported to be sold out under one minute. He also performed a few songs at the D.C. Armory Mall in Washington and the first 1,000 viewers in were given free doughnuts. He also stopped by Philadelphia’s Disworth Park where he performed “Superstition” and “Uptight”.

By Alexis Villarias

'Gap’s Master Plan to be "Cool" Once More

Gap once had a strong hold over the clothing industry that actors and actresses had been sporting the clothing line even on formal events. Sharon Stone for instance wore one of its turtlenecks during the Oscars.
'Food Delivery Services May Actually be Healthier

A survey conducted by Butterball discovered that Americans are spending an average of $1,100 on takeout food every year. That’s around $21 on a weekly basis. Moreover, one of four Americans was found to order online at least once a week. According to Newsy, these results were based on a survey of 1,000 people. Cited reasons were mainly laziness and craving for certain type of food. Additionally, Forbes reported that Visa has discovered Americans are going out for lunch an average of twice a week, spending about $936 each year. That’s according to data released from a survey of 1,003 adults across the country. That’s how much takeout food or home-delivery services have been earning. Companies like GrubHub and Seamless make it even easier to satisfy your cravings or have your favourite meal delivered right on your doorstep.
'The Spaghetti Incident: Your Pasta on the Go!

There’s a lot of variety of this classic Italian staple. Some may enjoy it more with red or white sauce. Whatever the case may be, it is an accepted fact that spaghetti is almost everyone’s favourite. However, unlike other favorites, burger and fries for example, you can never enjoy eating pasta while on the go. Well, not until the Spaghetti Incident, that is.
'Tech Update: 'Iphone 6S' and 'Iphone 6S Plus' to Launch in September 9

Rumours about iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus release date and features were found in Forbes last week in an article by Gordon Kelly. With the help of MacManiack, an established Apple reseller, distinct differences were discovered as he disassembled the phones.
''Drinkable Book' Can Filter Contaminated Water

Designer Dr. Theresa Dankovitch from Carnegie Mellon University in the United States has designed a book containing pull-out pages that can filter “real contaminated water” into a safe tap water just like in the US. Each page of the “Drinkable Book” contains bacteria-killing silver and copper nanoparticles.
'Day Dreaming: Secret Weapon Against Loneliness

A survey done in 2010 shows that 35% of America adults over the age of 45 are feeling lonely. This figure is relatively bigger than the 20% three decades ago. This doesn’t only concern the mental health of Americans but it also touches the mortality as well. A recent study has linked isolation and loneliness to threaten longevity as much as obesity.
'The Depressed Cake Shop: Awareness About Depression and Mental Health Disorders

A feeling of elation usually comes after consuming a particularly good dessert. However, The Depressed Bakeshop may have something more in mind than creating sinful decadents. Part of a series of global events, these bakers create baked goods painted gray on the outside yet colourful in the inside to raise awareness about depression and mental health disorders. The element of gray on these baked goods signifies the emotion one feels when struggling with mental health issues. The organizers aim to remove the social stigma that comes with mental disorder and to make it easier to talk about the illness over dessert.
'Fattening Profits and Menu Innovations for Fast Foods in Australia

Australia still hasn’t joined the other countries in their shift for a healthier lifestyle despite alarming results provided by researchers. In a study published by the Guardian, the obesity crisis in Australia is worse than it seems. New evidence shows that 40% of adults are dangerously obese.
'Frequent "Food Shocks" are Expected Due to Extreme Weather Conditions

According to a report released by Global Food Security Program food shocks that typically occurs once every century might likely occur every 30 years or much earlier instead. The researchers presented a plausible worst case scenario where the world’s four major commodity crops – corn, soybean, wheat and rice – falls by 5-7% simultaneously due to severe weather conditions primarily brought about by climate change.
'Fines Imposed for Wasting Food in South Korea

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers conducted a study in 2013 and came up with reports stating, 50% of all food produced in the world ends up in waste.
'Solidarity Fridge in Spain Supplies Endless Leftovers to Cut Down Food Waste

Inspired by Foodsharing.de in Berlin, Alvaro Saiz decided to step up in reducing food waste in his hometown Galdakao in Spain. With the same concept as the “free little library”, the large white fridge now sits prominently on a pavement with wooden fences built around it, storing leftover foods available for anyone who wants it.
'Jimmy Fallon's Contract Extends Until 2021 in NBC's "Tonight Show"

U.S. broadcast television NBC has locked in comedian Jimmy Fallon as host for six more years through 2021 as reported in Reuters . A few weeks before NBC faces a new challenge in late night, the network doubled down Jimmy Fallon’s contract as host of the “Tonight Show”.
'Love Outpours for Jimmy Carter in His Hometown Plains, Georgia

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter announced in a brief statement last Wednesday that a recent liver surgery revealed that he had cancer that had spread to other parts of his body. "A more complete public statement will be made when facts are known, possibly next week", he said. For now, he will be rearranging his schedule as necessary so he can undergo treatment.
'There's More to “Mexican Coke” Than Meets the Tongue

More and more people are moving away from artificial and mainstream products. They want to experience real and authentic taste, and they would willingly pay for a higher price. Mexican Coke or some call MexiCoke is among the most sought after "authentic" beverage in America.