About Video Games: All Your News

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Video Games From Niko Silvester, your About Video Games Editor We've got all the videogame news that's fit to print (er, I mean, post online), and probably some that isn't. This week you can find out about the latest gaming events, plus learn how to buy a gaming keyboard, get some 'Pong' history, find out if 'Star Wars' is any good on Kinect, and too much more to squeeze into this tiny introduction. And remember, our Guides have lots more stuff than just what I've linked here, so feel free to click around, explore, and leave comments! Buying a Keyboard for Gaming If you game on a PC, you'll probably want to think about swapping your standard keyboard for one specially made for gaming. Dave covers the reasons you might want to do this, and points out some key features to consider when shopping... Read more See More About:  gaming hardware  gaming keyboards  gaming mice Evolution of the Paddle and Ball Videogaming started out simple. Really simple. D.S. delves into the history of the paddle-and-ball game with a look at 'Pong,' 'Breakout,' and others of the type. It's way cooler than you might think... Read more 'Kinect Star Wars' Review (X360 Kinect) A 'Star Wars' game seems like a natural fit for Kinect, what with all the light saber waving (geek fact: it's not spelled "sabre"), but a dancing minigame? Well, judge for yourself... Read more See More About:  star wars games  lucasarts  microsoft game studios New SimCity Will Require an Online Connection Apparently, if you're a 'Sims' fan who like to play alone, you're going to be out of luck, sort of. Scott says the developers of the new game require a persistent online connection to make "players to feel more connected to the community"... Read more See More About:  simcity 2013  city-building games  Video Games Ads Video Games Cheats Xbox Video Games Video Games Play Video Games WII Video Games Featured Articles How to Manage Your Friends on PS Vita Wii U 'Aliens: Colonial Marines' Will Be the One to Get 'Pokemon Conquest' Coming to the Nintendo DS 'Grand Theft Auto 3' With GTA 4 Rage Engine The Basics of Video Game Shooters 'MLB: The Show' Review (PS3)   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Video Games newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Needlecrafts: Last Minute Easter Projects

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Needlecrafts From Connie Barwick, your About Needlecrafts Editor Easter is hopping right around the corner. Here are some projects you can complete just in time to celebrate. One Dozen Easter Egg Patterns Stitch these free Easter Egg Cross Stitch patterns for a variety of Easter projects. Create ornaments, greeting cards, place cards, pins, bookmarks, or basket decorations. See More About:  free cross stitch patterns  cross stitch projects  easter cross stitch patterns Bead and Bunny Necklace Tammy says, "I love these vegetable beads I got from D.D. Hess! She also made the eggs and bunny, and I wanted to use them all together to create an Easter necklace. The egg beads kind of reminded me of the shape of pearls, so that inspired me to incorporate these lampwork beads in with some pale green pearl beads and a few crystal and glass beads. Pearls are available in all kinds of colors these days, especially in pastels, which seem perfect for a holiday like Easter." See More About:  easter beaded necklace  bunny and vegetable beaded lampwork necklace  Bunny Hat to Knit Cute little hats are the perfect gift for a mom of a toddler. It doesn't make any noise, won't break and is perfectly adorable on their little one. This bunny hat features a rolled brim and bunny ears that curl in on themselves, as well as a face worked in duplicate stitch. It is not designed to cover the ears; add another two or three inches for that. See More About:  free knitting patterns  free hat patterns  free children's patterns Door Stop Bunny Nancy says, "It seems like I spend the winter telling the kids to close the door and the spring, telling them to leave the door open. Even the bedroom doors to let the fresh air circulate in the house. This little bunny reminds them that it's a nice day to leave the door open. It could also decorate shelves and mantles." See More About:  home decorating sewing patterns  free patterns to sew curtains  free pillow patterns Needlecrafts Ads Easter Craft Easter Crafts Kids Easter Crafts Craft Ideas for Kids Easter Craft Ideas Featured Articles Mini Easter Basket Free Spring Crochet Patterns Tips for Working Redwork Embroidery Easter Coloring Pages Shoo Fly Quilt Block Pattern - 12" Planning List for Starting Your Arts and Crafts Business   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Needlecrafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About House & Home: Readers' Choice Awards

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor While we don't roll out a red carpet or push microphones out of the way while reporters attempt to capture a useful sound bite, we do put on our most elegant attire to let the world know exactly what our readers think are the best of the best. Drum roll please.... Best in Pool and Patio Best decking, best lighting, best outdoor furniture - get ready for summer activities with this list from readers just like you. See More About:  2012 about.com readers choice awards  best decking  best patio furniture Best in Home Theater This is a very cool list. With everything from best TV brand to the best loudspeakers, you'll have all you need to build the perfect (best!) home theater system. See More About:  about.com 2012 readers' choice awards  home theater  Best in Frugal Living Who said that awards are only for the rich and richer? Not here. Not when we have the Readers' Choice for Best of Frugal Living category to announce. Stand back and get ready to save. See More About:  readers' choice awards  Best in Cat Care Now that the votes have been tallied aren't you just the slightest bit curious to find out which organizations, websites and books are the best of the best for all things feline? See More About:  2012 readers choice awards  cat health  cat behavior House & Home Ads Quick Dinner Recipes Recipes Healthy Recipes for Dinner Easy Dinner Recipes Cake Recipe Featured Articles Best in Gardening Best in Laundry Best in Knitting Organize the Kitchen Neighbor-Friendly Holiday Fun Beginner Woodworking Tips   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Pets: Easter Pet Care Tips

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Pets From Alyson Burgess, your About Pets Editor Easter is only a few days away, and if yours is one of the many families are getting ready for Easter Baskets, Egg Hunts, and more Easter related traditions, it's important to remember to look out for your pets during the festivities. Explore the articles featured below for some helpful advice on keeping pet safety a priority as you celebrate Easter, and you'll be all set to enjoy a fun, safe, and happy holiday. Puppies and Chocolate Poisoning Holidays like Easter are typically celebrated with sweet treats, and those can pose a risk to your puppy's health. Read on to discover some valuable insight into protecting your pup from chocolate poisoning on Easter and throughout the year. See More About:  poison  first aid  chocolate Have a Happy Cat-Safe Easter Curious kitties have a habit of finding trouble in the wildest places. Make sure that the Easter Bunny and your feline friend don't clash by using the great holiday-related cat safety tips in this helpful article. The History of the Easter Bunny Did you know that tales of the Easter Bunny have been around since the 1500's? Your Guide to Exotic Pets, Adrienne Kruzer, explains how the Easter Bunny came about and the history of this timeless Easter custom in this fun and informative article. See More About:  rabbit care  rabbit cages  rabbit diet Easter Safety Tips for Pet Birds Our feathered friends have a deserved reputation for getting into things that they shouldn't, and the Easter holiday presents them with plenty of opportunities to get into big trouble if steps aren't taken to prevent accidents. Follow the easy safety tips discussed in this article for help with reducing your bird's risk. See More About:  east bird safety  holiday bird safety tips  holiday bird care Pets Ads Pets for Adoption Pet Adoption Adopt Pet Dog Pet Pet Store Featured Articles Easter Hazards for Dogs and Cats Taking Your Horse In a Holiday Parade Aquariums as Gifts for Children Facts About Rabbits Plants Poisonous to Dogs Gifts for Aquarium Lovers   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Pets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement