Jane Levy Talks Evil Dead

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You might know Jane Levy as a nice suburban teen on "Suborgatory," but she's unrecognizable as the poster child for evil in "Evil Dead." She starts off as just a junkie looking to detox at the proverbial cabin in the woods, but then things literally go to hell when she's possessed by an ancient, bloodthirsty demon.

In the beyond-gory remake of the 1981 cult horror film, she takes over the lead role from Bruce Campbell, who gave the new cast his blessing.

Levy told Moviefone about the tough shoot, which included being buried alive, enduring a "blood rain," and spending more than a month in "evil" makeup. She admitted she wasn't much of a horror movie fan, but she is definitely game for more "Evil Dead."

Moviefone: It says in the press notes you're actually a "scaredy cat." So you're not a horror movie buff?
Levy: Not really, no. But I watched some after I got this job because I thought I should know about them.

Had you seen the original "Evil Dead?"
Mmm hmm. I watched it after I got the part and it made me more excited to be part of the project. I loved it.

The first one was actually fairly silly, but you go in a totally different direction with the remake.
It's a totally different direction, but there's the same fundamentals. The Book of the Dead and releasing the spirit and him taking the five souls.

How would you describe this version to fans of the original?
I would just tell them to give it a chance. I know they're going to see it. I know people's curiosity is going to get the better of them even if they don't want to, you know? It's its own movie. What's made me feel good about it is that the original creators are huge supporters of it. It's a "reimagining." People can see this movie without seeing the original. It's its own world.

Did you get any notes or advice from Sam Raimi or Bruce Campbell?
Bruce wrote the cast an e-mail when we started, saying, "This has been really tough and I'm passing the torch. Don't ever try to recreate anything we did, because" -- he was being humble -- "we weren't good actors back then." He was really sweet and his support has made me been able to get through the whole thing.

Do you think people were looking for a Bruce cameo?
I was expecting a Bruce Campbell cameo. I wanted it so bad.

I took a friend who's a huge horror movie fan to the screening and she said this was the most extreme horror movie she's ever seen. And I've been hearing about walkouts because it's just too intense for a lot of people. What's your reaction to that?
Yeah, we watched it at SXSW, it was the premiere. You can't ask for a better response from an audience. Nothing makes people so vocal. They were screaming and crying and laughing and cheering and whimpering. The energy in the theater was really fun. I started yelling myself.

Do you recognize yourself when you're made up as Evil Mia?
I guess so. I took so many pictures because the makeup was so intricate and beautiful, in some way. So I remember it all too well. I don't recognize my personality necessarily, but yeah, it's me up there. It's pretty fun to watch, actually. Kind of comical.

How do you keep things light on set when it's nothing but blood and mayhem all day long?
We didn't! Sometimes we did, but my biggest regret is I took it all so seriously. There's a way when the cameras are rolling to be that evil person and then be Jane right after, but I feel like I didn't have the skills to do that and from now on, in every movie I do -- you gotta keep it light when you're making something so heavy or else you're just going to get depressed.

What happened when you went home at night?
I didn't sleep. I had nightmares. We were so far away from home. It was the first time I'd been a lead in a movie and I'd worked so much. It all added up. But you've got to keep it light, when you're not filming, you've got to go get drunk or have one drink with a friend or watch a comedy. When we do number two, that's going to be my goal.

You're definitely coming back for the sequel?
Mmm hmm.

This already has elements of "Evil Dead 2" doesn't it?
I've never seen "Evil Dead 2." Sorry about that. I'm sorry to the world.

What was the most difficult day of filming for you?
Really hard to compare. Every day was some crazy thing. Being buried alive is something I'll be able to say for the rest of my life. I had blood squirted on my face and a plastic bag tied around my neck and an oxygen tube behind my ears so I wouldn't suffocate. And I got buried alive. I laid in the ditch until they covered me completely.

How long were you buried?
Once I was covered in dirt, I waited, like, two seconds and was able to dig myself out. It was just a layer of dirt over my face. I made sure I had my hands near my chest so I could immediately push the dirt off my face and rip the bag off my head.

So you had the toughest job on set?
Yeah, I think I had the toughest job. I worked the most out of anybody. Most people were in their evil makeup for a week, but I was in it for 37 days. I was just there forever.
And I also had to endure the blood rain at the end, which was in the middle of the night. Night shoots, winter, two weeks of it. I was alone, freezing cold, rolling around in the mud. It was hard.

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New models predict drastically greener Arctic in coming decades

Monday, April 1, 2013

New research predicts that rising temperatures will lead to a massive "greening," or increase in plant cover, in the Arctic. In a paper published on March 31 in Nature Climate Change, scientists reveal new models projecting that wooded areas in the Arctic could increase by as much as 50 percent over the next few decades. The researchers also show that this dramatic greening will accelerate climate warming at a rate greater than previously expected.

"Such widespread redistribution of Arctic vegetation would have impacts that reverberate through the global ecosystem," said Richard Pearson, lead author on the paper and a research scientist at the American Museum of Natural History's Center for Biodiversity and Conservation.

Plant growth in Arctic ecosystems has increased over the past few decades, a trend that coincides with increases in temperatures, which are rising at about twice the global rate. The research team?which includes scientists from the Museum, AT&T Labs-Research, Woods Hole Research Center, Colgate University, Cornell University, and the University of York?used climate scenarios for the 2050s to explore how this trend is likely to continue in the future. The scientists developed models that statistically predict the types of plants that could grow under certain temperatures and precipitation. Although it comes with some uncertainty, this type of modeling is a robust way to study the Arctic because the harsh climate limits the range of plants that can grow, making this system simpler to model compared to other regions such as the tropics.

The models reveal the potential for massive redistribution of vegetation across the Arctic under future climate, with about half of all vegetation switching to a different class and a massive increase in tree cover. What might this look like? In Siberia, for instance, trees could grow hundreds of miles north of the present tree line.

"These impacts would extend far beyond the Arctic region," Pearson said. "For example, some species of birds seasonally migrate from lower latitudes and rely on finding particular polar habitats, such as open space for ground-nesting."

In addition, the researchers investigated the multiple climate change feedbacks that greening would produce. They found that a phenomenon called the albedo effect, based on the reflectivity of the Earth's surface, would have the greatest impact on the Arctic's climate. When the sun hits snow, most of the radiation is reflected back to space. But when it hits an area that's "dark," or covered in trees or shrubs, more sunlight is absorbed in the area and temperature increases. This has a positive feedback to climate warming: the more vegetation there is, the more warming will occur.

"By incorporating observed relationships between plants and albedo, we show that vegetation distribution shifts will result in an overall positive feedback to climate that is likely to cause greater warming than has previously been predicted," said co-author Scott Goetz, of the Woods Hole Research Center.

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BREAST CANCER AWARENESS: PETITION NEEDS OUR SUPPORT

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Caroline Kennedy: Good or bad choice for US ambassador to Japan?

Caroline Kennedy has largely shunned public political life, spending much of her time working at nonprofit organizations. Is it a good idea to send someone with little diplomatic experience as envoy to an important US ally?

By Peter Grier,?Staff writer / April 2, 2013

Caroline Kennedy for a photo session last month at Brookline Booksmith in Brookline, Massachusetts. She promoted her new poetry anthology 'Poems to Learn by Heart.' Ms. Kennedy is on the verge of serving as US ambassador to Japan, according to news reports.

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Caroline Kennedy is on the verge of serving as US ambassador to Japan, according to news reports. The Obama administration has apparently asked her to take this major post, and she?s now being vetted for the position.

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The last surviving member of President Kennedy?s family, Ms. Kennedy has largely shunned public political life, though she often speaks at quadrennial Democratic National Conventions. She?s spent much of her time working at nonprofit organizations in New York. Her latest book is called ?Poems to Learn by Heart.?

Is it a good idea to send someone with so little diplomatic experience as envoy to an important US ally?

Not always. But in Ms. Kennedy?s case, the answer to that question is most likely yes.

The main reason for this is rooted in the hierarchical Japanese political culture. In the US view, Japan prefers well-known American ambassadors, not necessarily because they are more effective, but because they symbolize the importance of Tokyo to Washington.

Thus Walter Mondale was a good choice for US envoy during the Clinton administration. In the United States, he was still somebody who?d lost a presidential bid to Ronald Reagan. In Japan, he was a revered elder statesman to a degree perhaps difficult to fathom back home.

Other Democratic Party elder statesmen who have served as Washington?s person in Tokyo include former Senate majority leader Mike Mansfield, from 1977 to 1988, and ex-Speaker Tom Foley. Former Republican Senate majority leader Howard Baker was ambassador to Japan from 2001 to 2005.

In addition, Japanese commentators are currently noting that Ms. Kennedy has displayed past interest in Japan. It was one of the stops on her 1986 honeymoon with husband Edwin Schlossberg.

?And in a country still very much captivated by the Kennedys, her celebrity could also provide a subtle antidote to the growing concern among Japanese officials that Japan is being eclipsed in American eyes by its chief regional rival, China,? writes Tokyo-based reporter Coco Masters in Foreign Policy.

Ms. Masters makes another interesting point in her piece: Kennedy would be the first woman in the Tokyo post. This could be a powerful symbol of a different kind for Japan, which remains more male-dominated than almost all other developed countries. Only 12 percent of Japanese management positions are held by females, according to an International Monetary Fund study.

?Kennedy could ... be a powerful example to Japanese women,? Masters writes.

Not every commentator in the US thinks Kennedy-to-Japan is a great idea, though. Conservatives who have long seen the Kennedy family as the avatar of tax-and-spend liberalism are particularly negative.

They point out that Kennedy?s attempt to follow Hillary Rodham Clinton into a New York Senate seat was something of a train wreck. After Mrs. Clinton was named secretary of State, Kennedy angled for an appointment from then-Gov. David Paterson to fill out the term. But her public appearances were stilted and made her appear as if she knew little about New York State politics. Eventually she withdrew her name from consideration, citing unnamed personal matters.

?I realize that the U.S. government can?t function without a Kennedy or two somewhere in the mix, but is there really no lesser diplomatic position to gift Princess? The Koreas are on the brink of war and Japanese tensions with China will be fragile for years to come. This is not a purely ceremonial role. Why not ambassador to Luxembourg instead? I?ll bet the skiing?s great,? writes conservative commentator Allahpundit on Hot Air.

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Tammy Nelson, Ph.D.: Why Did The Affair Happen?

Excerpted from The New Monogamy; Redefining Your relationship After Infidelity

Often, when we discover that a partner has been cheating, the first question is an anguished "Why?" This often-unanswerable question is what drives us to ruminate on what happened, and we may force our partners to talk about the details over and over again, hoping to find the answers we are searching for.

One of the first things you will need to do to heal from an affair is to explore this question of why it happened and to be open to hearing the real, honest truth. Most people want to blame the cheating partner. And the cheating partner does have to take responsibility for pursuing the outside relationship. But no affair happens in a vacuum.

Collusion in the Affair

Collusion means "secret cooperation." The dictionary says that collusion is "secret cooperation between two people in order to do something underhanded or undesirable." Many couples, if they are honest with themselves, may find that the partner who was cheated on colluded with the infidelity even if he or she didn't participate directly in the affair. That means that on some level, there was some type of cooperation, even if unconscious, to make the affair happen.

This secret cooperation may mean the betrayed partner is doing something in the relationship to collude with his or her partner's behavior, even if he or she doesn't realize it. To be unconsciously aware means that on some level, the betrayed partner had an idea that their spouse was cheating.

In a 1995 study, two groups of practicing therapists described extramarital affairs they treated or were themselves involved in. They reported that 89% of betrayed spouses in the study were consciously aware of the infidelity or, even if they did not acknowledge it, really did know about the affair. The majority of the betrayed spouses behaved as if they were in collusion with their cheating partners, even when they said they were opposed to the affairs.

Maria and Frank had been stuck in conflict over Maria's affair for over a year. Maria had cheated on Frank with a neighbor, Joe, someone they saw weekly for card games and occasional barbeques. When Frank found out that Maria had cheated with Joe, he became incensed and almost left her.

As time progressed and Maria and Frank discussed the affair, Maria shared her confusion with her husband: "I always felt that you approved of my relationship with Joe. You saw how he flirted with me, and you even encouraged me to go over there when his wife was out of town. You used to say that Joe was probably lonely and that maybe I should go over and have a drink with him. Now you are so mad at me! There's some kind of mixed message here."

Frank was furious with Maria for insinuating that he pushed her into the affair: "I never told you to cheat with him. Did I ever say, 'Go sleep with Joe; he and his wife aren't having any?"

As Frank's feelings calmed down, he tried to see things from Maria's point of view, to find some empathy for her experience: "I guess it makes sense that she would move toward Joe. Maybe I was hoping that they would cheat so I would have an excuse to leave."

Maria said, "This is not your fault. I definitely made the move to step over the line." Frank realized he had unconsciously colluded with her about the affair.

Affairs as Exits

An exit can be any behavior that a partner uses to avoid being truly present in the relationship, whether emotionally, psychologically, sexually, or even physically. Harville Hendrix, author of the best-selling self-help book Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples, says smaller exits can include anything that helps you to avoid dealing with conflict or intimacy, including being on the computer, checking e-mails, texting, or staying late at work. Any behavior that is used to avoid ways to engage with your partner is considered an exit. Bigger exits include things like gambling, drinking, and taking drugs. An affair is considered one of the biggest exits and is what Hendrix called "an invisible divorce."

Affairs are only one way to exit from the relationship, but they can be a powerful and damaging way to avoid the intimacy of a monogamous partnership. However, whenever the person who is exiting traces his or her behavior back to the moment he or she exited, it often becomes clear that at that time, his or her partner was exiting as well. If the cheating partner can trace his or her behavior back to the point where the indiscretion began, it may become clear that the affair was an attempt to deal with the feelings of a partner who "exited" the relationship first.

Mike and Sheila came to therapy after Mike had an affair with a woman he met on the Internet. Every time he tried to talk to Sheila about his loneliness and feelings of disconnection, she would get defensive and accuse Mike of trying to shut down her needs professionally.

Mike said, "I never wanted her to stop working. I wanted her to be home with me. Eventually I started a relationship with this woman who advertised on adult websites. She never let me down, and whenever I was lonely, she was there for me."

Often, one or both partners may see an affair as a way to avoid conflict or intimacy, and eventually may see it as an exit from the relationship. In exploring why your partner pursued an affair, you may discover that he perceived that you exited the relationship first. This can be a difficult thing to accept, especially amid the fresh pain of a newly discovered affair.

Sometimes the "why" of an affair is not as important as what happens after, if you can create a new monogamy, together.

For more information on creating your new monogamy and a new relationship together, click here.

Dr. Tammy Nelson is a world renowned sex and relationship expert and the author of The New Monogamy and Getting the Sex You Want. She can be found at www.drtammynelson.com

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Although other individuals might feel you are basically enjoying the a number of aspects of social networking, the truth of your interest may possibly most likely be tinged with a enterprise concentrate.

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Blogs This is a form of social media if only because it does permit interactive exchanges in between the blogger and the reader.

Forums This can allow you to have an person voice willing to talk about subjects of interest to the majority. As with all social media you can give a link to your web site. If you are viewed as a trusted source you will likely find forum members following you to your site to discover more.

Podcasting This is an audio stream that can enable a visitor to hear a private message from you. This can have a pronounced impact in social advertising.

This isnt an exhaustive list, but it does offer something for you to take into account as an addition to other advertising and marketing tactics you might have in spot. Social media makes it possible for you to take your message to the people and have enjoyable while you share your message.

I cant pressure adequate how important it is to be real. The entire Web community has a low tolerance for supposed spam so make certain you dont use social media as merely an additional type of on the internet advertising.

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India's top court to deliver Novartis judgment

NEW DELHI (AP) ? India's Supreme Court is to rule Monday on a landmark patent case involving Swiss drugmaker Novartis AG that focuses on demands by major companies that their investments be protected, against Indian companies that say they should be allowed to continue producing cheaper generic versions of many lifesaving medicines.

A decision in the seven-year legal battle is keenly awaited by the two most interested parties? big pharma companies and health aid groups ? with both sides saying the outcome will set a precedent with far-reaching consequences for the future availability of the drugs.

"Across the world, people rely on India for supplies of affordable versions of expensive patented medicines," said Leena Menghaney of Doctors Without Borders. "This case will have fundamental consequences."

The case goes back to 2006 when Novartis' application for a fresh patent in India for its cancer drug imatinib mesylate was rejected by the Indian patent office.

The patent authority cited a legal provision in India's 2005 patent law aimed at preventing companies from getting fresh patents for making only minor changes to existing medicines ? a practice known as "evergreening."

The drugmaker has argued that its leukemia drug Gleevec, known in Europe and India as Glivec, was a newer, more easily absorbed version that qualified for a fresh patent.

The company filed an appeal, but India's patent appeals office turned it down in 2009 on the grounds the company was unable to show significant increase in efficacy of the drug.

Novartis then approached the Supreme Court in August 2009, which heard arguments seeking to challenge the interpretation and application of India's patent law in the case.

Gleevec, used in treating chronic myeloid leukemia and some other cancers, costs a patient about $2,600 a month. Its generic version was available in India for around $175 per month.

"The difference in price was huge. The generic version makes it affordable to so many more poor people, not just in India, but across the world," said Y.K. Sapru, of the Mumbai-based Cancer Patients Aid Association.

The case once again pits big pharmaceutical companies against health activists and aid groups with both sections arguing that the judgment would be an important milestone for the future of the pharmaceutical industry worldwide.

"The Novartis verdict is important because it will determine whether India gets to limit patents to genuine new drugs, or whether drug companies get to "evergreen" their patents until eternity, simply by re-patenting a slightly modified version of a known substance," said Ellen 't Hoen, a pharmaceutical law and policy consultant.

Western pharmaceutical companies have warned that a rejection of Novartis' application would discourage investment in research and innovation, and would hobble drugmakers' efforts to refine and improve their products.

The international drug majors have been pushing for stronger patent protection in India to regulate the country's $26 billion generic drug industry, which they say often flouts intellectual property rights.

In a statement sent to The Associated Press late last year, Novartis said patent protection was important to ensure effective protection for innovation.

"Knowing we can rely on patents in India benefits government, industry and patients because research-based organizations will know if investing in the development of better medicines for India is a viable long-term option," the company said.

Groups such as Doctors Without Borders say cheaply made Indian generics are a lifesaver for millions of patients in poor countries who cannot afford to pay Western prices to treat diseases such as cancer, malaria and HIV.

India, which has emerged as the world's pharmacy for the poor, has come under intense scrutiny from pharmaceutical giants who say India's 2005 Patent Act fails to guarantee the rights of investors who finance drug research and development.

The country's recent decision to allow a local manufacturer to produce a generic version of Bayer's patented cancer drug Nexavar, to make the drug available to the public at a reasonably affordable price, has also not gone down well with Western pharmaceutical companies.

Health and aid groups were clearly nervous before the top court rules on the Novartis case.

"Generic companies depend on the freedom to operate. If there are too many intellectual property-related challenges, then the companies very quickly withdraw from making that drug," said Menghaney.

The groups fear that a ruling in favor of Novartis would lead to a proliferation of patents ? some based on a minor tweaking of formulation and dosages ?on dozens of other generic medicines that Indian companies have been producing and supplying to needy nations at far lower costs than those charged by Western drug manufacturers.

And the fallout of the judgment will be felt across the world, says Menghaney. "It's not just about India."

"If generic competition on many crucial medicines ends, then prices for these medicines will increase, both in India and across the developing world. This would be devastating for millions who rely on India for affordable medicines."

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Hacker maps Internet by enslaving thousands of vulnerable machines

Devin Coldewey , NBC News ? ? ? 7 hrs.

An anonymous researcher used methods commonly employed in malicious hacking to get information on every IP address on the Internet, and has publicly released the results. Though he did it with good intentions ? and created a database that may well prove useful to research ? the project was definitely illegal.

The technical aspects of the research are explained in the paper itself, but the simplest explanation is this: The researcher began scanning IP addresses for devices that were more or less totally open to being logged into and modified, and then used those devices to scan further IP addresses.

It's a bit like he walked down the street, writing down each address then trying the doorknob. If it was open, he went in and convinced whoever lived there to join him in his data-collection quest ? and soon his army of helpers had mapped the whole world.

Within a day, he had a "botnet" of over 420,000 devices doing his bidding, though he writes that at least four times that number were accessible. Many of these devices were routers and random pieces of Internet-connected equipment, like appliances and printers. All were accessed by simply ascertaining their existence with a quick scan and then submitting the most common usernames and passwords, like "admin" and "default."

Working together, these devices could scan every IP address on the Internet in an hour or so, allowing for a very detailed breakdown of what parts of the Internet are active and when.

"This is most definitely illegal," Roel Schouwenberg, senior researcher at Kaspersky Lab, told NBC News in an email. "Even if the intentions are good, which we have no way of verifying. unauthorized access remains unauthorized access." Even if the compromised devices were thermostats or modems, "it doesn't matter if it involves a regular desktop computer or a router."

Although he was breaking laws, the hacker insists in the paper that he was careful not to disturb or break anything. His scanning program was not installed on anything that might be mission-critical or easily disrupted. And it only accessed devices that were absolutely wide open.

As proof of his benevolence, when his botnet encountered a rival botnet that was clearly made for malicious purposes, he added a bit of code to protect the machines against it.

Carna, as the botnet was called by its creator, ran from June to October of 2012 and was apparently never detected. It has since been decommissioned, although the affected devices are likely still not secure and could be gathered up again by him or anyone interested in doing so.

The enormous database is available for download ? though at 9 terabytes, it's bigger than any single hard drive on the market. The hacker found some interesting things, like areas of the Internet that should be empty but aren't, and a daily rhythm to Internet devices going on- and offline. The raw data of this morally dubious but unquestionably effective botnet will surely be valuable to security and networking experts all over the world.

While the full paper contains a lot of very technical information and descriptions of code, it is fairly readable even to a lay person and contains some attractive visualizations, some of which you see here.

Afraid you might be compromised? Locking down your router or printer is easy: Check the manual or do a quick search for your model number and follow the instructions to change the login and password to something more secure.

Devin Coldewey is a contributing writer for NBC News Digital. His personal website is coldewey.cc.

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"666 Park Avenue"

<strong>"666 Park Ave.," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/16/666-park-avenue-canceled_n_2147290.html">ABC pulled the plug</a> on this supernatural drama earlier in the season.

"The Bachelor"

<strong>"The Bachelor," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: While ratings may have dropped, "The Bachelor" will likely see another season on ABC as tabloids and viewers still care about the comings and goings of contestants.

"Body of Proof"

<strong>"Body of Proof," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: ABC is keen on this Dana Delany drama, but the ratings for this upcoming third season will be the true test.

"Castle"

<strong>"Castle," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed. <strong>Why</strong>: Strong ratings and a dedicated viewership will keep "Castle" on the schedule.

"Dancing With the Stars"

<strong>"Dancing With the Stars," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The series is hurting in the ratings ... by "DWTS" standards. It's still a strong player for ABC, but the new season hasn't premiered yet.

"Don't Trust The B---- In Apt. 23"

<strong>"Don't Trust The B---- In Apt. 23," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/22/apartment-23-canceled-dont-trust-the-b_n_2528858.html">ABC pulled the low-rated comedy</a> from it schedule and the stars took to Twitter to announce the cancellation.

"Family Tools"

<strong>"Family Tools," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: This ABC comedy has yet to debut, but a May 1 premiere date doesn't look great.

"Grey's Anatomy"

<strong>"Grey's Anatomy," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: America still loves McDreamy and the goings on at Seattle Grace. Expect "Grey's" to return.

"Happy Endings"

<strong>"Happy Endings," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Always the bubble show, never the surefire renewal hit. "Happy Endings" has suffered from many ratings ailments, including bad scheduling (<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/14/happy-endings-friday-abc_n_2683091.html">it's moving to Friday night</a>) and lack of promo. But this ahmahzing show has some serious fans that could keep it afloat for another season ... maybe on another network (a la "Cougar Town.")

"How To Live With Your Parents (For The Rest Of Your Life)"

<strong>"How To Live With Your Parents (For The Rest Of Your Life)," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: The ABC comedy starring Sarah Chalke has yet to debut, but its late season bow doesn't exactly bode well for its future.

"Last Man Standing"

<strong>"Last Man Standing," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Viewers still love Tim Allen! Paired with "Malibu Country," "Last Man Standing" has been performing well on Friday nights and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/14/jonathan-taylor-thomas-last-man-standing-home-improvement_n_2686307.html">will soon see Allen's "Home Improvement" co-star Jonathan Tyler Thomas</a>.

"Last Resort"

<strong>"Last Resort," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/16/last-resort-canceled-abc_n_2147316.html">ABC killed the Shawn Ryan drama</a> in late 2012.

"Malibu Country"

<strong>"Malibu Country," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: "Malibu Country" has been performing well on Friday nights. Lesson: Never underestimate the star power of Reba.

"The Middle"

<strong>"The Middle," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Now in its fourth season, "The Middle" is still pulling in more than 8 million viewers an episode as the anchor of ABC's Wednesday comedies.

"Mistresses"

<strong>"Mistresses," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: The drama, which is based on the UK series of the same name, just got a Monday, May 27 premiere date. Though the scheduling struggle doesn't bode well, the ABC drama does have Alyssa Milano and "Lost" alum Yunjin Kim leading the foursome.

"Modern Family"

<strong>"Modern Family," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: A fan favorite and Emmy darling, "Modern Family" will be back and will make ABC lots of money in syndication.

"Nashville"

<strong>"Nashville," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Critical acclaim doesn't always equate to rating success. The show has stabilized in Nielsen ratings, but its future really depends on the strength of ABC's drama pilots.

"The Neighbors"

<strong>"The Neighbors," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: One of the few "hits" of the season, "The Neighbors" has found an audience and kept it pretty steadily week after week (<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/11/abc-shows-fall-tv-2012-2013_n_1581796.html">much to our dismay</a>).

"Once Upon a Time"

<strong>"Once Upon a Time," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: A ratings hit in its second season, "Once Upon a Time" is almost sure to be back for a third season full of fairytale adventures.

"Private Practice"

<strong>"Private Practice," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Ended <strong>Why</strong>: The "Grey's Anatomy" spinoff said goodbye in January 2013.

"Red Widow"

<strong>"Red Widow," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: The show has a late February debut on ABC.

"Revenge"

<strong>"Revenge," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: "Revenge" has fallen out of critical favor and seen lower ratings in its new Sunday night home. But none of ABC's freshman dramas are doing well, so that works in the show's favor.

"Rookie Blue"

<strong>"Rookie Blue," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The Canadian co-production will return for a fourth season on ABC during the summer of 2013.

"Scandal"

<strong>"Scandal," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Shonda Rhimes has another hit on her hands. Now in its second season, "Scandal" has benefited from word-of-mouth and has been rising in the ratings (even recently beating out its lead in "Grey's Anatomy"). A likable star -- Kerry Washington -- and continued buzz will keep "Scandal" on the schedule.

"Suburgatory"

<strong>"Suburgatory," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: The series started Season 2 off strong in the ratings, but its audience has slowly eroded. Its not the worst-performing ABC sitcom, but its buzziness has died down as well.

"Zero Hour"

<strong>"Zero Hour," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: The Anthony Edwards vehicle debuted to 6.3 million viewers with a 1.3 rating in the key 18-49 demographic, making it <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/15/zero-hour-ratings_n_2695800.html">the least-watched premiere for a scripted series in ABC's history</a>. Things only got worse from there.

"2 Broke Girls"

<strong>"2 Broke Girls," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: It's not doing "The Big Bang Theory" numbers, but "2 Broke Girls" has maintained a viewership over its two seasons.

"The Amazing Race"

<strong>"The Amazing Race," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: As an Emmy and fan favorite, "The Amazing Race" has been a strong player for CBS.

"The Big Bang Theory"

<strong>"The Big Bang Theory," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Now in its sixth season, "Big Bang" is reaching series-high ratings. Even up against reality powerhouse "American Idol," "The Big Bang Theory" has been delivering with crazy high numbers in the 18-49 demographic, beating out what was once Fox's juggernaut.

"Blue Bloods"

<strong>"Blue Bloods," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The Tom Selleck-fronted police drama is a strong ratings performer for CBS on Fridays. It will likely be back to help launch new Friday shows and produce enough episodes to enter syndication.

"Criminal Minds"

<strong>"Criminal Minds," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: As one of CBS's strong procedural players, the series has been steady in the ratings and will likely be renewed to help anchor a night and launch a new drama.

"CSI"

<strong>"CSI," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Of the two "CSI" shows on the air, "CSI" is the stronger player in the TV landscape. The show is nowhere near its earlier ratings, but Ted Danson signed on for more and the show will be back.

"CSI: NY"

<strong>"CSI: NY," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: The spinoff series will be entering Season 10 in the 2013-2014 season. The ratings have faded over the years, but they're still pretty stable, especially for Fridays. It's a toss up, depending on how well CBS's development slate goes.

"Elementary"

<strong>"Elementary," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: One of the very few freshman series hits during the 2012-2013 TV season, CBS is very keen on this modern-day take on Sherlock Holmes. The audience has been steady and the network even gave it the post-Super Bowl timeslot.

"Golden Boy"

<strong>"Golden Boy," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: CBS certainly has a handsome star at the front of this cop drama, but its late season entry and Friday timeslot could be a hint toward CBS's confidence in the show.

"The Good Wife"

<strong>"The Good Wife," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: A former ratings champ, "The Good Wife" has slipped to series low ratings on Sunday nights. Blame football overrun, fan-detested storylines or too many guest stars, but "The Good Wife" is certainly in the danger zone. What it has going for it: star power and critical praise, plus its nearing a good syndication sweet spot.

"Hawaii Five-0"

<strong>"Hawaii Five-0," CBS</strong <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Its ratings -- bouncing around 8-10 million viewers an episode, are great ... if you're a show on NBC. By CBS standards, they're kind of meh, but this show has stars with very active fan followings. CBS could axe the drama to make room for new procedurals, or stick with it to get the show close to syndication gold.

"How I Met Your Mother"

<strong>"How I Met Your Mother," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: CBS handed out a ninth and final season to this comedy with the entire cast returning. Expect to meet the mother, finally.

"Made In Jersey"

<strong>"Made In Jersey," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: CBS pulled the plug on this legal drama very early on in the season because of low ratings.

"The Mentalist"

<strong>"The Mentalist," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: "The Mentalist" has fallen to mediocre ratings -- by CBS standards -- and could be axed in favor of making room for a new drama.

"Mike & Molly"

<strong>"Mike & Molly," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The ratings are down a little bit from last year, but Melissa McCarthy's star continues to rise. CBS will likely bring the show back for another season.

"NCIS"

<strong>"NCIS," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: CBS reached a deal with series star Mark Harmon in early 2013, keeping the No. 1 show in America around for a Season 11.

"NCIS: LA"

<strong>"NCIS: LA," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Viewers love their "NCIS," in any form. The ratings have been strong and the network is producing a backdoor spinoff pilot for this spinoff show. A full night of "NCIS" could be in CBS's future.

"Partners"

<strong>"Partners," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: Low ratings and unfavorable reviews led to the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/16/partners-canceled-cbs_n_2145832.html">early demise</a> of this CBS comedy.

"Person of Interest"

<strong>"Person of Interest," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The series has developed a nice-sized audience, bigger than its first season.

"Rules of Engagement"

<strong>"Rules of Engagement," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Honestly, who knows <strong>Why</strong>: This comedy has been on the bubble since it premiered ... yet is now in its seventh season. It's too soon to look at the numbers for this season, but the show has been a midseason success for CBS in the past. However, series co-star <a href="http://insidetv.ew.com/2013/02/07/cbs-orders-comedy-pilot-starring-patrick-warburton/">Patrick Warburton is attached to star in a new pilot</a> ... for CBS.

"Survivor"

<strong>"Survivor," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: A strong player for the last 13 years, "Survivor" will likely be back. But due to its <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/14/survivor-ratings-lowest-premiere-ever_n_2687591.html">most recent premiere ratings</a>, we might not see it during the fall season, though a midseason or summer return -- with some new gimmick -- is definitely in the cards for the reality series.

"Two and a Half Men"

<strong>"Two and a Half Men," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: CBS wants another season of this bawdy hit, it's just a matter of getting its stars to sign back on.

"Undercover Boss"

<strong>"Undercover Boss," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The show is enjoying life in syndication and its Season 4 numbers are better than most of its third season.

"Unforgettable"

<strong>"Unforgettable," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Uncanceled <strong>Why</strong>: CBS canceled the Poppy Montgomery drama last season ... and then revived it! Season 2 premieres Sunday, July 28.

"Vegas"

<strong>"Vegas," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Despite star power, the series hasn't been a breakout hit in the ratings. CBS previously canceled "Unforgettable" (then uncanceled it) last season when it was doing about the same as "Vegas."

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Style Lessons We Can Learn From The Best-Dressed List (PHOTOS)

Selena Gomez In Dolce & Gabbana

This is how you wear a cropped top. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/15/spring-breakers-opening-ceremony-line_n_2883052.html" target="_blank">"Spring Breakers" actress </a>shows off a mere inch of skin at the narrowest part of her body (right under her rib cage). She compensates for the risqu? cut with a high-waisted, knee-length skirt that is the epitome of ladylike. Austin, March 10th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Halle Berry In Reem Acra

Halle Berry's dress is a feat of modern mechanics. How does it stay put? We are guessing that the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/12/cloud-atlas-halle-berry_n_1962349.html" target="_blank">Cloud Atlas</a>" actress is held in with careful corsetry inside the dress and strategically-placed double-sided tape. Whatever the case, she looks stunning. Her dress is the ideal combination of sexy (that d?colletage! that slit!) and sophisticated (we love a knee-length hem that balances out the allure). The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, March 11th Photo Credit: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

Bella Thorne

This playful dress is just right for a casual event. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/27/shake-it-up-star-bella-thorne_n_1628476.html" target="_blank">Disney star </a>kept her look youthful with a side-braid and fun makeup. Los Angeles, March 7th Photo Credit: WireImage

Eva Longoria In John Galliano

The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/13/eva-longoria-tv_n_2869629.html" target="_blank">Desperate Housewives</a>" actress plays up her rich skin tone in this tomato-hued gown. The simple nature of her dress gave her room to add interest with beach-y waves and dramatic smokey eyes. Rio De Janeiro, March 11th Photo Credit: Getty Images Sport

Kaley Cuoco In Monique Lhuillier

<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/29/big-bang-theory-kaley-cuoco-johnny-galecki_n_2211355.html" target="_blank">"The Big Bang Theory" actress</a> is celebrating four years of her successful TV show, and looking stunning doing so. The keyhole showcases a little skin and manages to look sexy without showing off too much. Hollywood ladies, take note. Los Angeles, March 11th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Olivia Wilde In Herve Leger by Max Azria

The genius of this dress is all in the details. The curved designs all point inward to her waist, creating an hourglass silhouette which she accents with a shiny black belt. Her red shoes are just the pop of color this look needs. Brava. The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, March 12th Photo Credit: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

Kirsten Dunst In Proenza Schouler

It's rare that we put a simple black dress on the best-dressed list, but <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/31/kirsten-dunst-different-shoes_n_1847069.html" target="_blank">Dunst</a> pulls it off with details that are anything but boring. Her flushed cheeks, red lips and white heels keep our eyes moving while the belt cinches her waist and the slit adds a touch of sexiness. Los Angeles, March 12th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Padma Lakshmi In Monique Lhuillier

It's rare that prints work on a red carpet. Leave it to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/11/padma-lakshmi-bikini-top-chef-host-hot-mama-photo_n_2277227.html" target="_blank">Padma</a> to wear a patterned gown which leaves us agog. The simple cut of the dress allows for a bit of whimsy in the detailed print. Simple hair, pink lipstick and gorgeous earrings add just a bit of oomph to an already gorgeous look. New York City, March 10th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Jessica Alba In Michael Kors

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/05/jessica-alba-sexy-womens-health_n_2621984.html" target="_blank">mother of two</a> has a love affair with printed denim, and we can see why. She complements eye-catching pants with neutral, structured tops and sky-high heels. New York City, March 11th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Michelle Monaghan In Roksanda Ilincic

Ahhh, thank you Michelle Monaghan for a burst of bright color! The tangerine hue of the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/christine-a-scheller/machine-gun-preacher-poses-tough-questions_b_971992.html" target="_blank">Machine Gun Preacher</a>" star's dress not only stands out, but it also looks drop-dead gorgeous on the redhead. The dress isn't clingy, but the white triangle at the side creates the illusion of a waist. The nude clutch and pumps are just the right accents for such a colorful dress. Austin, March 9th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Allison Williams In Narciso Rodriguez

It's called the "Miracle Dress" because, like magic, it creates an hourglass figure. Our eyes are drawn to the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/13/allison-williams-kanye-stronger-girls-video_n_2865900.html" target="_blank">"Girls" star</a>'s upper body, and the arrow at her waist shows off a trim middle. The dark panels on the side and the knee-length hem fashion curves on the slim star. Williams was smart to keep the rest of her look simple: All she needed was lipstick and sexy shoes for the perfect talk-show outfit. Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, March 12th Photo Credit: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

Candice Swanepoel In Sandro Top And Alexander Wang Pants

<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/13/alessandra-ambrosio-candice-swanepoel-photos_n_2866924.html" target="_blank">The Victoria's Secret model</a> hit a style home run in this simple, yet sophisticated outfit (that we will be copying ASAP). The white sweatshirt and pants meet at her waist, creating an hourglass shape. Her sunglasses and shoes add fashion-forward touches to an otherwise easy look. New York City, March 13th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Karlie Kloss And Alessandra Ambrosio In Cushnie et Ochs And Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/08/karlie-kloss-haircut-the-karlie-photos_n_2094516.html" target="_blank">model</a> gets curvy thanks to this sexy dress. The geometric detail at the shoulders and bust create an interesting frame for her face, while also pulling focus to her bust. We love that the bottom half of her dress is simple and demure to compensate for the top. Los Angeles, March 12th Photo Credit: WireImage

Mila Kunis In Atelier Versace

The beer-drinking actress has been on a red-carpet winning streak while out promoting "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/oz-the-great-and-powerful_n_2830485.html?utm_hp_ref=entertainment">Oz: The Great And The Powerful</a>." This burgundy gown sets off her olive complexion, but it's the contoured stripes that accentuate her lovely hourglass figure. Moscow, February 27th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Jessica Chastain In Vintage Yves Saint Laurent

The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/david-bromwich/torture-zero-dark-thirty_b_2512767.html">Zero Dark Thirty</a>" actress has been spotted front row at numerous fashion shows recently. She hit the Saint Laurent show in a cherry-red vintage YSL dress. The jewel tone plays off her pale complexion and red hair beautifully, while the elbow-length sleeves and demure hemline balance out the plunging neckline nicely. Paris, March 4th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Anna Wintour In Prada

We love a sleek coat with a touch of irony. The Vogue editor shows her whimsical side with this floral topper. Paris, March 5th Photo Credit: WireImage

Rachel Weisz In Michael Kors

We normally shy away from dresses that are so close to one's skin tone, but <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/07/daniel-craig-wife-_n_2426329.html">Daniel Craig</a>'s wife knows what she's doing. Her dark hair, plum lipstick and bordeaux nails offer enough contrast, while the princess neckline and slim belt show off her stunning figure. London, February 28th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Emmy Rossum In Oscar de la Renta

The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/02/emmy-rossum-shameless_n_2398212.html">Shameless</a>" actress wears a dress fit for a queen. The demure nature of this floral frock is offset by those sassy green pumps and her tousled waves. New York City, March 5th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Ginnifer Goodwin In Raoul

The "<a href="http://www.eonline.com/news/243167/from-big-love-to-bad-love-ginnifer-goodwin-calls-off-engagement">Big Love</a>" actress shines in this coral frock. The jeweled neckline is reminiscent of something Audrey Hepburn would wear, while the tulip skirt draws our attention to her tiny waistline. Los Angeles, March 3rd Photo Credit: WireImage

Solange Knowles

A simple turtleneck sweater and A-line skirt are eye-catching thanks to visual flair. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/13/solange-knowles-beyonce-photos-pictures_n_2680632.html">singer's</a> graphic black-and-white top plays off her shoes nicely, and the skirt is neutral middle ground. New York City, March 6th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Joan Smalls

Va-va-voom! The model didn't need any accessories with this striking gown. Her shoulder and leg say it all! Paris, March 5th Photo Credit: WireImage

Michelle Williams In Burberry Prorsum

The blonde "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/oz-the-great-and-powerful_n_2830485.html?utm_hp_ref=entertainment">Oz: The Great And The Powerful</a>" star stuns in this deep turquoise shift dress. But look closer: the dress is made out of feathers. Our minds are blown. London, February 28th Photo Credit: WireImage

Milla Jovovich

Crisp and simple, this is a look that could translate to the boardroom as easily as it works in the front row. The unbuttoned slouchy blouse contrasts nicely with the wide-leg trousers. Paris, March 5th Photo Credit: WireImage

Naomi Watts

A statement coat is important since you essentially live in it for four months of the year. "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/14/the-impossible-spanish-cast-the-real-reason-why-the-impossible_n_2474492.html">The Impossible</a>" actress went with a winter white topper with a mod '60s vibe courtesy of padded shoulders and shiny buttons. Those accessories add some flavor to this outfit, but it's Watts' gorgeous gams that we can't take our eyes off of. Paris, March 6th Photo Credit: WireImage

Olivia Palermo

So much detail in one outfit! Her '50s-style makeup is a departure for the usually bare-faced <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/10/olivia-palermo-website_n_1003876.html">socialite</a> style setter. Her horizontal stripes and sheer overlay are busy, but the sophisticated black coat and pumps tone the outfit down. Paris, March 1st Photo Credit: WireImage

Renee Zellweger In Prada

The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/13/new-bridget-jones-movie-helen-fielding_n_2124699.html">Bridget Jones</a>" super actress received a lot of attention for her stunning dress at the Oscars. She keeps up her sartorial winning streak in this simple-yet hyphenladylike black dress. The illusion top adds interest, while the sleek pumps up the sexy factor. Paris, March 6th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Zoe Saldana In Miu Miu

Normally an all-black ensemble leaves us wanting more. But the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/20/zoe-saldana-nina-simone-biopic-casting-controversy_n_2165356.html">Nina</a>" actress pumps it up with a sophisticated camel coat. Her neutral-colored outfit got the ultimate zing with her cherry-red lipstick. Paris, March 6th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Jennifer Lawrence In Lanvin

The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/23/indie-spirit-awards-2013-silver-linings-playbook_n_2751423.html">Silver Linings Playbook</a>" actress could do no wrong this awards season. Wow. The necklace collar of her dress draws attention to her shoulders, while the cutout apron-style top has us agog. And the asymmetric wrap skirt is just long enough to balance out the bare top. We love that she wore simple strappy heels and kept her hair off her face to let the dress take the spotlight. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Image

Amy Poehler In David Meister

<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/news/amy-poehler/">The comedienne</a>'s navy sheath dress hit all the right marks thanks to perfect fit -- note the waist-defining belt -- and colorful accessories. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson

It's not often that we see the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/27/smash-hudson-sheryl-lee-ralph-video_n_2771995.html?utm_hp_ref=black-voices&ir=Black Voices">Smash</a>" star in pants, but she pulls them off well. The wide-legged trousers create contrast with her tiny waistline and her bordeaux lipstick adds just the right accent of color to an otherwise dark outfit. Los Angeles, February 22nd Photo Credit: Getty Images

Kate Bosworth In Chanel

Upon first glance, we weren't blown away by this look. But something caught our eye, causing us to do a double-take, which is the genius of this dress. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/02/happy-birthday-kate-bosworth-photos_n_2395334.html">stylish star's</a> standing collar and exaggerated sleeves add interest, while also framing her pretty face. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

Marion Cotillard In Christian Dior Haute Couture

We love the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/21/rust-and-bone-review-marion-cotillard_n_2170275.html">Rust And Bone</a>" actress. Her style is daring, yet she always manages to nail it. Her strapless gown is simple in its shape (fitted through the waist, with a full skirt) but the unraveling stripe details give it panache. Paris, February 22nd Photo Credit: WireImage

Zoe Saldana In Dolce & Gabbana

It can be tough to make stripes work on the red carpet. The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/03/star-trek-into-darkness-trailer_n_2611888.html">Star Trek Into Darkness</a>" actress pulls it off with stripes in opposing directions. The vertical lines on top draw the attention to her waist, and the horizontal stripes make for an accentuated A-line silhouette, creating curves on the slim star. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

Kerry Washington In Giambattista Valli Couture

The green floral pattern reminds us of one of Monet's masterpieces. Additionally, the racerback top and slim belt give the slim star a shapely figure. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: WireImage

Kelly Rowland In Fendi

The former <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/10/destinys-child-love-songs-beyonce-kelly-rowland-michelle-williams_n_2448935.html">Destiny's Child</a> member looks gorgeous in this top-and-skirt combo. The blouse is the perfect mix of blousy (those sleeves!) and fitted enough to keep things sleek. The skirt shows off her waist and trim lower body, but is the right length for a sophisticated look. Her jewelry and shoes add a bit of fun flair. Los Angeles, February 21st Photo Credit: Getty Images

Solange Knowles

Oh, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/13/solange-knowles-beyonce-photos-pictures_n_2680632.html">Solange</a>, you just keep us wanting more! Not many people can pull off mixing bold hues the way Beyonc?'s little sister does. Her sunny, citrus-y outfit works because she kept the silhouette oh-so-simple: each item is in its most basic iteration. New York City, February 26th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Sarah Jessica Parker

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/25/sarah-jessica-parker-i-dont-know-how-she-does-it_n_936428.html">style icon</a> power clashes like no other. Her polka dot dress and graphic print sweater complement each other nicely because they are in the same color palette. The pink shoes add a nice pop of color (and have us reaching for our credit cards). New York City, February 25th Photo Credit: WireImage

Octavia Spencer

It's no secret that <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/christina-anderson/the-help-octavia-spencer-2012-photos_b_2125289.html">we love the Oscar-winning actress</a>. She knows her body and dresses it well in looks that emphasize her waist. This pretty sapphire-hued dress is full of fun details: A Peter-Pan collar contrasts with a lace illusion neckline, while the tiered hemline creates interest and draws the focus down to those fabulous shoes. Los Angeles, February 22nd Photo Credit: Getty Images

Sofia Coppola

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/14/lost-in-translation-sofia-coppola-photo_n_2132924.html">renowned director</a> has a signature understated, yet tailored style. Her navy and black take on a pant suit is slim enough to show off her silhouette, and the traditional cut allows her some freedom to play with fashion-forward details like puff sleeves, rich brocade and cropped pants. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

Poppy Delevingne

Who would have thought that such a shapeless dress could be so flattering? The secret is in the skin-baring top and short hemline, which contrast the cocoon-like shape of the frock. Of course, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/01/poppy-delevingne-photo_n_2050105.html">the socialite </a>chose eye-catching accessories that play off the jewel-encrusted hemline and add just enough sparkle. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Sharon Stone

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/29/sharon-stone-nip-slip-braless_n_1637470.html">blonde actress </a>has never looked better. Her black gown is demure in that it's full-coverage, but those sheer accents make for an alluring effect, without showing off too much. Her simple hair and makeup -- plus those stunning emerald baubles -- create an outstanding outfit. Well done. Los Angeles, February 24th Photo Credit: Getty Images for Chopard

Amber Heard In Versace Couture

A black gown paired with red lipstick screams silver screen siren all the way. The star of "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/25/the-rum-diary-johnny-depp-hunter-s-thompson_n_1030117.html">The Rum Diary</a>" upped the ante even more in this detailed gown whose geometric sequined design emphasized her trim upper body, while the sheer illusion at the bottom kept the look sexy. Los Angeles, February 24th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Jennifer Westfeldt

<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/15/blonde-brunette-hair-makeover_n_2134210.html">Blondes look gorgeous in black</a>. It's something about the contrast between the golden locks and the stark hue. The actress (and Jon Hamm's better half) kept her look interesting with different textures. The fitted bustier top of her gown is a rich velvet, while the brocade skirt keeps the eye moving. Los Angeles, February 24th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Taylor Swift In Elie Saab

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/21/taylor-swift-djaying_n_2733993.html">country star</a> had one thing on her mind when she donned this sexy gown for the Brit Awards: revenge! Harry Styles' jaw must've dropped when he spied the gorgeous blonde in this sleek frock. The gold belt draws the focus to her waist, and then to those exposed legs. Kapow! London, February 20th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Solange Knowles

<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/news/solange-knowles">Beyonc?'s little sister</a> is known for her fashion flair, and she doesn't disappoint. The trick to wearing bold patterns and eye-catching accessories is to tone down the look with a simple blazer. Her red lips add just the right pop of color. Los Angeles, February 13th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Amy Poehler In Herv? Leroux

Simple and gorgeous. The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/14/amy-poehler-parks-and-recreation-star-fear_n_2458162.html">Parks And Recreation</a>" comedienne shows off her hourglass silhouette in a sheath dress, that, though fitted, remains demure with a below-the-knee hemline and long sleeves. Los Angeles, February 17th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Naomie Harris

We love this take on the "Miracle Dress." The panels on the side draw the eye inward, creating a slimming effect. Additionally, pretty patterns in the panels work to create interest while the strappy heels add a touch of sexiness. Los Angeles, February 21st Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Alexa Chung

This is how to wear white in the winter. A chunky cable knit sweater keeps the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/12/maje-alexa-chung-2012-hair_n_1960029.html">British model</a> warm and maintains that winter-y feel, while the ladylike full skirt counters the oversized feeling of the topper. London, February 18th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Olivia Palermo

The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/10/olivia-palermo-website_n_1003876.html">TV personality</a> looks scholarly, yet chic in her tailored blazer and A-line skirt. The clutch adds a bit of whimsical detail that keeps the outfit from looking dowdy. London, February 18th Photo Credit: Getty Images

Anne Hathaway In Gucci

The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/20/les-miserables-extended-trailer-anne-hathaway-russell-crowe-hugh-jackman_n_1900640.html">Les Miserables</a>" actress stuns in a sequined minidress. The style lesson here is in balancing the length and shape. This frock is just short enough without going too short, and the silhouette is body-skimming rather than skintight. Her mod eye liner is the focus in this barely there makeup. Los Angeles, February 19th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

Chloe Grace Moretz In Dior

The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/11/hugo-martin-scorsese-film_n_1004854.html">Hugo</a>" actress looks sophisticated, yet youthful in this black dress. The heavy duchess satin gives the gown style gravitas, while her messy hair and smokey eyes keep her looking edgy. Los Angeles, February 19th Photo Credit: Getty Images

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On Keeping a Notebook in the Digital Age

A few days ago I had a moment of sheer panic because I couldn't find a pen. I went through the Elisabeth K?bler-Ross stages of penlessness (Denial: Maybe I don't need a pen? I don't need a pen! Anger: Where is my goddamned pen?! Bargaining: If you give me your pen, O nice, accommodating waiter, I'll leave you a bigger tip) and finally got to the final stage, Acceptance: Alternatives to Pen.

I desperately needed a pen because I had an idea. And I feared that it would slip away from me before I could write it down. My ideas are very slippery and they disappear quickly, easily abetted by distraction. And so I've developed a routine of pulling out a notebook and writing them down before they escape, and this process is so much a part of my innate behavior at this point that missing either the pen or the notebook creates an intolerable amount of anxiety about idea loss. In this case, I resorted to my smartphone and emailed myself the note with a category heading in the subject line. And all was technically fine. But it's not my preferred method.

The Spark File

My preferred method for idea capture is something akin to Steven Berlin Johnson's idea of keeping a "spark file" which he's written about on Medium. (Johnson is a prolific and versatile writer who has covered a wide range of subjects. I would particularly recommend his book The Ghost Map: The Story of London's Most Terrifying Epidemic?and How It Changed Science, Cities, and the Modern World. It's rare that "I couldn't put it down" can be said of a book on disease and city planning, but it's true in this case.)

He notes, "...Most good ideas (whether they're ideas for narrative structure, a particular twist in the argument, or a broader topic) come into our minds as hunches: small fragments of a larger idea, hints and intimations. Many of these ideas sit around for months or years before they coalesce into something useful."

In order to exploit this particular quality of idea formation, he keeps what he calls a "spark file": "A single document where I keep all my hunches: ideas for articles, speeches, software features, startups, ways of framing a chapter I know I'm going to write, even whole books." He doesn't try to organize them. The randomness is intentional. He reads them over every few months and finds themes emerging?connections between fragments that wouldn't seem apparent if those fragments were presented in isolation.

I do something similar myself?making disjointed notes in a notebook, entering them into a master file, and reviewing after long stretches. I'll do it anywhere but I definitely have venues and times that are more productive than others. Modes of transportation are particularly fertile?subways, airplanes, trains. Areas where I can be alone while sitting in a room full of people?coffee shops, dinner solo at a bar, jury duty?are ripe for observation. The evening works better than the morning, but mostly because I'm more alert at the end of the day than the beginning.

Creative Work vs. Execution

But for me, the note-taking works primarily because I have learned to separate my putative spark file from my task list. If I feel the impulse to make a note to myself about something that needs to be done, I put it somewhere else?my actual to-do list or a list of potential projects.

In Scott Belsky's book, Making Ideas Happen (also recommended, especially if you manage people in a creative industry), he distinguishes between ideas and "action steps"?separating your notes, sketches, etc., from things that need to be done.

This may not be true of everyone, but I find that I'm the most creatively fruitful when I approach pure creative work and execution separately. If I start with the execution, I'm much more limited in how I think about what I want to accomplish. I won't pursue a story idea further because I think it's going to take more time than I have. I won't explore an article topic because I don't have all the research at hand. I don't want potential action steps to make pursuing a new idea seem too intimidating or insurmountable. So I keep separate files for those?mostly task lists associated with specific projects and a master list for overall prioritization.

I also have something called a "backburner file "?also a Belsky invention?a task list for pie-in-the-sky projects that are interesting but not high priority. (One such backburner project that I can say with 99% confidence I will never do: No Comment Magazine, a monthly publication consisting exclusively of write-arounds on famous people who won't talk to the press.)

The Case for Paper

For those of us comfortable with the digital age, the plethora of note-taking apps makes idea capture fingertip-convenient. I've used Evernote for work purposes and keep most of my idea files in Google Docs. But that said, my first medium for idea capture is still pen and paper?usually in a highly disposable three-by-five paper notebook that I carry everywhere and fill up at a rate of about one a month. This is partly a function of immediacy (I don't have to open an app and find a file) and partly a function of the fact that I'm terrible at typing on a smartphone and it takes me longer to get the words down if I try to do it digitally.

But I also like the romance of physical handwriting, even though my atrocious penmanship falls somewhere between "five-year-old" and "average medical professional" and this sometimes means I'm unable to decipher pieces of what I wrote. I concentrate less when I'm typing and my first drafts often have missing phrases because my fingers have failed to catch up with my thoughts. Writing things down enforces slowness, and by extension, thoughtfulness.

Notes from a random page of my notebook:

news ticker on a story about Newtown shootings: "Experts say that it is okay to tell your children that you don't know why it happened."

fish on antidepressants swim away from the pack

Short story about twins named Elemental and Ephemeral

From Solomon: "The biggest stress is humiliation; the second is loss. The best defense, for people with a biological vulnerability, is a ?good enough' marriage, which absorbs external humiliations and minimizes them."

Everything is an idea for something, something that touches the imagination, a fact that seems relevant or maybe just a statement I find interesting?either because it resonates or because I disagree. All of it is fodder for continued work or thinking on the topics. It's also important to me to record the ideas that my instincts tell me are bad. (Elemental and Ephemeral? I definitely scribbled that one at a bar.) Sometimes they contain a germ of something good. Sometimes they serve as contrast, existing simply to remind me that there are better ideas worth pursuing.

One model for me is Georg Christoph Lichtenberg's Waste Books. Lichtenberg was an eighteenth century German physicist whose scientific accomplishments have become somewhat overshadowed by the popularity of notes he took on English transactional ledgers (informally called "waste books") that were later published by his sons. His waste books are a collection of short personal reflections and quotations covering a wide range of topics and infused with wit. He is the master of the aphorism ("We have the often thoughtless respect accorded ancient laws, ancient usages and ancient religion to thank for all the evil in the world") but peppers the notebooks with whimsical observations ("They sneezed, wheezed, coughed and made two other kinds of sound for which we have no words in German"). They are idea rich, and not always rich with good ideas. And I like to imagine they probably went a long way in shaping the rest of his professional life.

That's certainly the case with Joan Didion, who writes in her classic essay, "On Keeping a Notebook" (which you can find in her essay collection, Slouching Towards Bethlehem), that she keeps a notebook not to record what happened (she has no interest in keeping a diary), but to record details as they felt to her. "We are not talking here about the kind of notebook that is patently for public consumption, a structural conceit for binding together a series of graceful pens?es," she writes. "We are talking about something private, about bits of the mind's string too short to use, an indiscriminate and erratic assemblage with meaning only for its maker."

If I go back through my ersatz spark file now, each note triggers the memory of something I was thinking at the time, but the fragments look disjointed and nonsensical. It's a text that is, per Didion, meaningful only to me.

On Keeping a Notebook in the Digital Age | Medium

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Elizabeth Spiers is the editorial director of Flavorpill and former editor in chief of the New York Observer.

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