Apple's iPad launches today, and that means serious enthusiasts have been in line at local Apple stores for hours already, waiting to get their hands on their new toy. Notices were sent out to those who reserved their $499+ webby machine thing, and many opted to get out of bed before the crack of dawn to take their place in lines. more ›

Encountered this lineup for Vanilla Bake Shop in Santa Monica. The line was 20 stylish ladies deep with a sprinkling of guys. I asked one of the would-be cupcake customers who she was buying cupcakes for and she just said, "A friend." Another customer behind us wondered aloud why there were so many women and not really any guys. I guess women are more apt to buy cute cakes for each other and maybe their significant others while guys rather stick to ye old red roses for their gals. more ›