Giuliana and Bill Rancic: Expecting!


After a long, emotional and often arduous process, Giuliana Rancic and husband Bill are finally expecting their first child! The little one is due in late summer via a gestational surrogate, which means the baby will be their genetic child.

"We are so thrilled that our prayers have been answered," the celebrity news anchor and Fashion Police member told E! this morning. Adds Bill, "We are absolutely ecstatic to be sharing this with everyone who has been following our journey."

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Giuliana and Bill, whose struggles to conceive a baby have been well documented, and includes failed IVF treatments and a miscarriage, appeared on Monday's Today show to elaborate on the details behind the pregnancy.

Says Giuliana:

"We received an incredible amount of love and prayers from viewers around the world and we want to take this opportunity to thank every one of them."

"It was one of the best moments of my life, if not the best moment of my life. It's incredible. We've been trying for so long, we've been through so much. And to finally get that call from the doctor, it was just another world, another level."

"It was pretty emotional because this was our last stop," Bill added.

The announcement also follows several trying months that included Giuliana being diagnosed with breast cancer and undergoing a double mastectomy.

Three weeks ago, the couple appeared on Today and Giuliana gave an optimistic prognosis. "I'm good," she said, adding she didn't need chemotherapy.

"You do what the doctors tell you to do and it's going to be OK."

Bill also announced, even before the pregnancy, that the two planned to renew their vows this summer, "and take life on and look at it in a new light."

"One of the things we've always tried to do is help others with our story," the original Apprentice winner said. "Whether it's with infertility issues, whether it's with breast cancer, we said we're gonna turn these negatives into positives."

"And if we can help others by sharing our story, then it's worth it."

Keep it up, you two. And congratulations!

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From Russia With Money: How KupiVIP Is Riding The Middle Class Wave

photo-2From a slow start in the aftermath of the Soviet Union, Russia is now Europe?s biggest internet market with 53 million users (compared to number-two Germany at 51 million), and figures from GP Bullhound and comScore indicate that it is also growing the fastest, at 14 percent (other European countries are at less than six percent it says). On top of that, a growing base of middle class consumers -- 15 million today, expected to double to 30 million in the next five years in an e-commerce market that is projected to be worth $40 billion -- has translated into a veritable boom in the rise of tech companies. But not all of that growth means big money just yet. KupiVIP, the Russian flash-sales site, is on track to make $200 million in net sales this year, on revenues of $300 million. Oskar Hartmann (pictured), KupiVIP's young and bullish CEO and co-founder, who I met while on a tour of Moscow's tech scene this week, believes the company will be making $1 billion in sales annually within the next five years -- pretty modest by the standards of Amazon, a company to which KupiVIP is compared, which had revenues of over $48 billion in 2011, but still making KupiVIP one to watch in the years ahead as it gears up for an IPO, possibly in the next two years. A story that Hartmann tells gives an insight into some of the trials and tribulations of building a startup in a country like Russia:

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Jon Jones keeps belt, baby brother Chandler steals it

Jon Jones kept his UFC championship belt at UFC 145 on Saturday night by beating Rashad Evans, but he couldn't hold onto it for much longer. Chandler Jones, a prospect in this week's NFL draft and Jon's baby brother, tweeted a picture of Jon with the belt. Minutes later, Chandler had it on.

Little brothers always have to play with their big brothers toys. It never fails.

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'The Lucky One', 'Think Like A Man' And More: Double Feature Friday!

This week, yet another Nicholas Sparks movie, "The Lucky One," hits theaters, this time with Zac Efron in the lead. But if you're looking for something a little more dangerous, we have just the recommendation for you. Plus, we raise awareness about the impending primate uprising. Do not be fooled by the charms of "Chimpanzee"! [...]

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The Mesmerizing Fisheye Photo of 24 Hours in Greece [Image Cache]

Is this the most beautiful eyeball in all the world? No. This stunning fisheye image of a 24-hour period in the Greek countryside was taken by Chris Kotsiopolouos. It took him 30 hours of preparation, to make sure he was positioned so as to capture the entire scene, from sunrise to starry sky. More »


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What to Look For in Your Arizona Cosmetic Surgeon

Doctors are some of the most trusted people in any field, with their white coats and welcoming smiles. But not all doctors came out of the same mold, and that stethoscope-toting Dr. Jekyll could be hiding a Mr. Hyde inside. Remember, Jack the Ripper was a doctor too, and though the risk of you getting a murderer for a doctor is pretty low, it is still important to make sure that you get the right doctor for your needs.

Medical horror stories are always on the news. Euthanizing nurses, doctors that recommend useless procedures just for the money, hospitals stealing kidneys and selling it on the black market?it?s enough to keep anyone up at night. This is true even in the field of cosmetic surgery, where news of people getting severe side-effects because of gross negligence or malpractice by the doctor is common.

Finding the right plastic surgeon then is very important, but how exactly do you do this?

One of the first things to consider in choosing the right surgeon is that the person you?re talking to is an actual doctor. Ask for some kind of certification?most doctors will be happy to comply. Also make sure that the doctor is board-certified by checking with the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

The next thing to do is to check the doctor?s record. Look for any malpractice suits that might have been filed against him by checking with the state?s medical board. You should also find out if the doctor has hospital privileges?hospitals do extensive background checks so if they?re affiliated with a hospital, it means they?ve been cleared and are most probably trustworthy.

Try to look for a doctor who specializes in the type of procedure that you?re going to need.

You should ask a doctor that does plastic surgery Arizona has about their specialization, and whether they are pursuing continuing education in this area. Asking how often the surgeon performs the procedure can also give you a good idea about their aptitude.

Talking to doctors that perform plastic surgery in Arizona should also give you the feeling that the doctor cares about you and genuinely wants to help you. Though interpersonal skills don?t play a part in the actual procedure, it?s a comfort to know that the doctor doesn?t treat you like you?re just another patient. Look for a doctor that balances people skills with actual skills.

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Things to Consider at the Time of Buying Rustic furniture

Here, we will discuss about rustic furniture related to the home requirement. One can find timber dining tables made from glass, wood and plastic offered by both online and offline market.?Rustic furniture?is one classical example of medieval work. During 18th century these furnishings came into existence.?

What is rustic furniture exactly? Rustic furnishings are functional pieces of furniture created for your home and office furniture. One can distinguish this functional furniture with its appearance itself.?

Rustic furniture provides place for dish holder and can even be used as table top on several occasions. Rustic furniture is smaller and large in size and occupies less space. Due to its compact feature, it requires less storage space. One can buy this sort of furniture in market depending on their need and budget-limit.

Selecting office furniture has become much easier, with the availability of varied styles in tables. There are few things, you need to consider at the time of purchasing office furniture.

First of all, you need to decide that you want to buy a glass or wooden dining table. After that you need to consider number of members in your family. That is, in family if you have six members, then you cannot have table for four. Next is the size and shape of table, as it can be round or square. Make sure that the one you buy suits your room.?

Last but not the least, style and looks matter a lot. As dining table is kept inside house, it should be attractive. Finally you need to consider the budget. One need to buy furnishings that doesn?t exceed their budget - limit.

In modern times, one would like to have modern kitchen equipment.

Along with kitchen tools one needs to consider kitchen chairs also. During work in kitchen, it becomes difficult to sit, at that time one can be accommodated with the chairs. Stylish?kitchen chairs?also provide rich look to the kitchen environment.?

Wood is the most popular material used in making home furnishings. These days? dining room tables and timber dining tables are in great demand. Reason? They are durable and are easily available. One can find many interesting styles and features offered by the market in timber dining tables. You can get finished and unfinished dining room tables in market.?

Finished?dining room tables?are reliable, durable and are available at reasonable cost. These tables are properly waxed, so that the surface becomes smooth and does not create accidents.?

Wooden pine tables are more popular in Australia, as they are available in ample quantity. In short, we can say that rustic furniture, timber dining tables, kitchen chairs and dining room tables can give a modern and elegant touch to your house.?

Hence, you can find all this in one place by visiting shops or stores that offer home furnishings for sale. You can also search for different websites that provide all kinds of furnishings. If you order online, then you can enjoy lucrative discounts offered by several online stores.

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