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Feature Article
Feature Article
Bif Naked Rocks On Bif Naked Rocks OnLiberty CraigBorn Beth Torbert to teenage parents in India and raised by missionaries in Kentucky and Manitoba, Bif Naked revamped herself as the edgy, Juno-nominated punk rocker we know today: the genre-bending female vocalist with her unique look and sound; the outwardly brash but soft-on-the-inside persona. She is perhaps most well known for her smash hit “Spaceman,” which helped the 1998 album I Bificus go platinum. The iconic “I Love Myself Today” from 2001’s Purge inspires a rock-out, scream-along-in-the-car kind of love-fest with Bif; while her 2005 cover of Metallica’s “Nothing Else Matters” on Superbeautifulmonster is breathy and haunting. When Naked produced her recent album, The Promise, she thought she was dying. Yet she went to the studio every day to do her work. As soon as it was complete, she made the soon-to-be-released Jakarta (which, says Naked, is “just filthy”). An acoustic album is scheduled for release next. Through it...Read More >>
Additional Articles
Body
Advantages of Infrared SaunaAdvantages of Infrared SaunaBob MorganInfrared sauna may offer a cooler, healthier way to sweat. Saunas – in one form or another – have been used for centuries by cultures around the globe to attain body purification, relaxation and rejuvenation. It is not always clear what people mean when they...Read More >>
 
Skincare
Spring Clean Your Beauty Routine: Old Habits May Be Harmful to Your SkinSpring Clean Your Beauty Routine: Old Habits May Be Harmful...Amanda Beisel Avoid skincare ingredients that do more harm than good. When it comes to the beauty and skincare industry, anything goes. The industry is money-driven and poorly regulated. As a consumer, it’s imperative that you do your own research rather than relying on what advertising or...Read More >>
 
Smile
Mini Smile Makeovers: A New World of Smile PossibilitiesMini Smile Makeovers: A New World of Smile PossibilitiesDr. Kelvin MahA perfect smile without difficult procedures. As someone who is fortunate to live and breathe the wonders of modern dentistry every day, I sometimes forget that the incredible possibilities of the profession, which are so well known to me, are still brand new to my...Read More >>
Lifestyle
Seven Effective Elements of a Woman’s Empowered LeadershipSeven Effective Elements of a Woman’s Empowered LeadershipChristine AwramHow to become a better leader. Leadership is a diverse topic, with old edgy definitions that include “C” words like control, command and clout. This article explores a woman’s effective influence through empowered leadership, with compelling “C” words like collaboration, connection and community. Implement the...Read More >>
 
Interview
Riza Santos: Miss World Canada Riza Santos: Miss World CanadaFresh VancouverFresh Vancouver Magazine caught up with 2011 Miss World Canada winner Riza Santos, the highly accomplished Filipino-Canadian actress, television host and, yes, military soldier who is currently working on her finance degree and wins pageants in her spare time. Beauty queen? Sure. But this queen...Read More >>
 
Anti-Aging
Experts Tell: Anti-aging Products That WorkExperts Tell: Anti-aging Products That WorkFresh VancouverThe secrets of skincare experts. Ever wonder what skincare products the experts themselves use? We asked some of Vancouver’s most respected skincare experts for their opinions and recommendations on products that help us age gracefully and beautifully – and slowly! Learn how to reverse sun...Read More >>
Face & Beauty
Cosmetic Platelet Rich Plasma Facial RejuvenationCosmetic Platelet Rich Plasma Facial RejuvenationDr Katie LeahAn all-natural fountain of youth. You can embrace the aging process gracefully and still have a healthy and youthful-looking appearance. To do this, you don’t have to look further than your own body for a natural fountain of youth. You have inside of you the...Read More >>
 
Face & Beauty
Always a Bride: Beautiful Makeup for Brides of All Ages Always a Bride: Beautiful Makeup for Brides of All AgesJulie BrownExpert suggestions for flawless makeup on your big day! You’re in search of the perfect dress, invitations, photographer, music, flowers and more. But there is just one more thing to consider: your beautiful face! Wedding day beauty should be a priority. This is one day...Read More >>
 
Ayurveda Corner
Allergy Season: An Ayurvedic perspectiveAllergy Season: An Ayurvedic perspectiveSam HariSpring: a time when the entire world awakens from the slumbering days of winter. Unfortunately for many people, this is a time when our allergies awaken as well. As the trees begin to bloom and pollen fills the air, many will start to show the...Read More >>