Cultural Catch-Up: 10 Things to Check Out This Weekend

Posted by , on August 9, 2012 at 4:12 pm
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Today would have been Whitney Houston's 49th birthday. Back in February, the iconic diva passed away (smack dab in the middle of New York Fashion Week), and here are five ways to celebrate her prior to [...]

Today would have been Whitney Houston's 49th birthday. Back in February, the iconic diva passed away (smack dab in the middle of New York Fashion Week), and here are five ways to celebrate her prior to the release of Sparkle, her last film, on August 17.  

We're obsessed with champion gymnast McKayla Maroney and her perpetual stank face. Thus, take a look at our favorite Tumblr this week, "McKayla Is Not Impressed."

In the mood for some light romantic comedy fare this weekend? Look no further than Hope Springs, which stars Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones. Even if this isn't usually your style of film, Meryl Streep [...]

In the mood for some light romantic comedy fare this weekend? Look no further than Hope Springs, which stars Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones. Even if this isn't usually your style of film, Meryl Streep can do no wrong. 

One of the most intriguing First Families of all time, the Obamas have captivated America since Barack was appointed President. Here are nine things we didn't know about them.

After much anticipation, The Bourne Legacy hits theaters tomorrow. So far, the reviews have been favorable, with most people noting that this will make Jeremy Renner a bona fide star. We're stoked. 

The Olympics Closing Ceremony airs this Sunday night. Get all the details here on who will be performing and more. 

If you aren't familiar with Antony and the Johnsons, you're missing out on one of the most creative forces in the music world. Check out their new album Cut the World, released this week.

It's no secret that Joan Rivers is completely awesome, but who knew she was such a hippie? She protested Costco not selling her book by handcuffing herself to a shopping cart and getting arrested. Check [...]

It's no secret that Joan Rivers is completely awesome, but who knew she was such a hippie? She protested Costco not selling her book by handcuffing herself to a shopping cart and getting arrested. Check out a video here and listen to Joan discuss the incident. Sure, this may be silly, but the woman has a lot of valid points.

The Syrian Revolution may be a complete mystery to many of us here, but thanks to this heartwrenching and beautiful piece, you can educate yourself thanks to the power of social media. 

Watch John Galliano, Karlie Kloss, Coco Rocha and a slew of other high profile fashion people discussing House of Style, the MTV show that is making its return. 

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A few weeks ago, we didn’t think it was possible that the Olympics would ever end. Alas, this Sunday, we bid farewell to London and everything wonderful that has come with it (namely Ryan Lochte).

Perhaps that’s what you should look forward to most about the upcoming weekend, but there’s plenty of other films, music and news that you need to catch up on!

Click through the gallery above for a look at what you need to do this weekend to get your culture fix.

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