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SilverStyle: Dapper outfit ideas for New Year's Eve

By Caroline Gabriel | Dec. 26, 2012, 5:15 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

New Year's Eve is right around the corner, and whether you are staying home or going out, it is always nice to look well dressed and put together for the occasion.


SilverStyle: Anne Hathaway's style transformation

By Aanchal Johri | Dec. 18, 2012, 10:41 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

Any Anne Hathaway fan can easily recall her enormous transformation from a bushy-haired, uniform-clad schoolgirl to a fashionable, ball-gown-wearing princess in the first "Princess Diaries" movie. But Hathaway has made much larger transformations since then.


TechnoLogical: Dogs can drive too

By Temi Ibirogba | Dec. 17, 2012, 9:42 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

The video, "Meet Porter: The World's First Driving Dog," has gained over five million views in a little over a week.


SilverStyle: Nothing better than sweater weather

By Lily Gates | Dec. 5, 2012, 5:10 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

As the days become shorter and the temperatures become colder, there's one thing to make this period prior to winter break more enjoyable: sweater weather.


TechnoLogical: How to protect your privacy on the Internet

By Richard Chen | Nov. 26, 2012, 5:04 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

With sites such as Google monitoring every click we make, computer viruses evolving and becoming more difficult to get rid of, our privacy is in no doubt at risk if we don't know how to protect ourselves.


SilverStyle: Hot outerwear for the cold weather

By Sarika Ramaswamy | Nov. 21, 2012, 7 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

As the weather drops to (literally) freezing temperatures, you're probably ready to hide inside your house, blasting the heat. However, when you do want to venture out of the house and into the cold, you will want to look fabulous!


TechnoLogical: $500 a text message

By Aanchal Johri | Nov. 19, 2012, 7:39 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

We all know that students get in trouble for text messaging during class, but imagine having to pay a $250 million fine for texting.


Health Chips: Don't go ham on your turkey this Thanksgiving

By Caroline Gabriel | Nov. 15, 2012, 2:38 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

With the infinite amounts of food and countless sugary desserts, you may find yourself over-eating during Thanksgiving and feeling crummy the next day.


SilverStyle: 50 Shades of Lip Color

By Stacy Mathew | Nov. 14, 2012, 6:52 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

Whether we are joyously watching the snow fall and schools days pass by from the comfort of our home or dreadfully dragging ourselves home from the bus stop every day during two degree weather, we could always spice up our life with a new style for our lips.


SilverStyle: What not to wear this winter

By Temi Ibirogba | Nov. 7, 2012, 1:10 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

During the winter time, most people's main concern is staying warm and the cold morning walks to the bus stops for most Blair students are not enjoyable.


TechnoLogical: October in review

By Sam Lewando | Nov. 5, 2012, 8:41 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

October was an extremely exciting month, to say the least, in terms of technology. The iPad mini, Nexus 10, Microsoft Surface; it's hard to keep track of these new gadgets, but SCO is here to help.


Health Chips: Five easy tips for staying healthy

By Michael Gerbasi | Nov. 1, 2012, 8:29 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

As fall wraps up and winter comes up right around the corner, it is easy to stray away from keeping fit.


SilverStyle: Fashion photographer captures hidden beauty

By Aanchal Johri | Oct. 31, 2012, 7:43 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

Rows of incandescent light bulbs, sparkling glass mirrors, a flurry of camera flashes and of course, some of the most beautiful people in the world. Just another typical fashion show, except this time, you won't see stiletto heels, Prada dresses or designer bags.


SilverStyle: First lady edition

By Stacy Mathew | Oct. 24, 2012, 1:12 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

With the 2012 Presidential Election just two weeks away, many people have been paying close attention to President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney's every move. However, the first lady is giving us another reason to pay attention.


HealthChips: what to pick up at the drive-thru

By Temi Ibirogba | Oct. 18, 2012, 12:29 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

It's difficult to completely give up on fast food so if you find yourself on the road needing something quick, here are some better choices for the drive-thru window.


Silver Style: Comfy Days

By Melissa Arias | Oct. 17, 2012, 1:04 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

Have you ever had one of those lazy days where you just do not want to get out of bed and go to school, let alone wear real pants? Well, lucky for you, you don't have to. Just call it a comfy clothes day!


HealthChips: Balance your life

By Saaraa Farooq | Oct. 11, 2012, 5:36 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

HealthChips is here to offer you tips on how to balance the many commitments you hold in your busy schedule, so that you don't have to sacrifice sleep, sanity or social life.


SilverStyle: Halloween guide for guys

By Jack Estrin, Sam Lewando | Oct. 10, 2012, 4:16 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

We're here with the first ever fashion blog on SCO written by guys to give you some ideas on what to wear for the most important holiday of the fall season.


Health Chips: Boosting the brain

By Urvi Banerjee | Oct. 4, 2012, 5:39 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

Here are some tips to help improve your memory in the short and long run and make school a little less stressful.


SilverStyle: DIY Beauty Tips

By Stacy Mathew | Oct. 3, 2012, 4:13 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

Now that we are transitioning into fall, skin and hair will be sensitive to the harsh weather, and it's essential that you take care of both.


HealthChips: Fight the flu

By Sarika Ramaswamy | Sept. 20, 2012, 5:13 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

As fall arrives, it brings crisp air, falling leaves, sweater weather and...germs.


SilverStyle: Back to the Classics

By Aanchal Johri | Sept. 19, 2012, 2:25 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

No matter what the latest fashion is, you can always feel secure while wearing these classics because they are too eye-catching to get old.


TechnoLogical: Apple unveils iPhone 5 and iOS 6

By Temi Ibirogba | Sept. 17, 2012, 9:47 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

If you are an iPhone user, then you have probably been a little curious about what the new iPhone 5 will look like. Well, the wait is over because Apple has announced its release.


SilverStyle: Denim Takes Over

By Melissa Arias | Sept. 12, 2012, 4:27 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

The weather is ready to transition into Fall, and it's time to put your pants back on. Here are some cute denim trends SCO Fashionistas noticed while waiting for the bus in 50-degree weather.


HealthChips: No more sleepless nights

By Saaraa Farooq | Sept. 6, 2012, 5:22 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »

School's back in session and summer's almost over. Let's face the facts, no more staying up until hours late at night expecting to sleep through the next day. Yes, we know, waking up early again is a pain while many still haven't gotten out of that wacky summer sleep schedule (nocturnal, anyone?). But don't fret, help is here!

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