"One More Shot: The Rolling Stones Live". Paul McCartney explains Olympic performance. Metallica's Blackened Recordings. Chocolate may help calm your cough. Facebook to help Instagram get rid of spammers. New Facebook trend. New app aimed at helping holiday travelers. The twelve most outrageous baby names of 2012. Eight ways to naturally beat the afternoon slump. Items you should keep or dump from your wallet.

ROLLING STONES/BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN

The Rolling Stones announced that Bruce Springsteen, the Black Keys, and Lady Gaga will be the special guests for their December 15th One More Shot: The Rolling Stones Live pay-per-view concert, recorded at Newark's Prudential Center. The Stones posted a statement announcing the guests on their app, saying: "We're excited these extraordinary artists, Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga and the Black Keys, agreed to help celebrate our 50th anniversary as we share the night live with our fans all over the world. . . Now the fun begins of trying to figure out the best songs to perform together."

With millions of fans tuning into the Stones' upcoming pay per view special, it's amazing to think how the band revolutionized the entire state of live performance in just under 50 years. Drummer Charlie Watts recalled a typical gig on the band's first U.S. tour back in 1964: "Our first tour of America, I remember going to someplace, I don't know where it was, but it was in one of these, like, cow palaces, or something. And it was, like, 200 people in this huge arena all around the bandstand. And we drove in in a motorcade. That was thanks to the Beatles. I mean, they expected us to be like that."

The Rolling Stones will next perform on Thursday (December 13th) at the Prudential Center. There's been no word as to whether former Stones Bill Wyman and Mick Taylor will once again join the band onstage for their respective cameos.

Coming to DVD and Blu-ray next month is the Stones new documentary, Crossfire Hurricane. There's been no word yet on whether the disc will feature any bonus material.

The One More Shot: The Rolling StonesLive pay-per-view concert

PAUL MCCARTNEY

Paul McCartney shed some light on his shaky performance at last summer's Olympic Opening Ceremony in London. McCartney spoke to The Daily Mail and revealed that the bizarre double vocal at the beginning of the song was due to McCartney going "rogue' and deciding not to lip-sync at the very last minute. McCartney admitted, "I f***up. I was supposed to wait for a cue. But I forgot. Why? Well there's this bloody great bell that we didn't know about. It was deafening.'

McCartney explained, "We were live, everyone was there, the world was ready and this bloody great bell goes off. And I forget I've gotta wait for it, so I go 'Hey Jude .  .  .' and someone presses the playback. So there's me on the backing track, and actual me; two of us singing. . . The drummer wouldn't look at me because he was in hysterics and I was thinking, 'What have I done?' There was no stopping, it was the Olympics."

McCartney admits that playing Beatles songs these days is a great way to revisit his time with John Lennon and George Harrison: "Y'know, the live experience is a mad one, because the same time that you're singing and remembering words and remembering chords -- you're off on one! And you're thinking 'Oh, Abbey Road, and I remember John coming up with. . . and what about when George said that?' And you go, 'Come back! Come back! Earth to Paul -- you're onstage! Don't go too far!' (Laughs) Y'know? But it is, it's great, you do look at the songs as if it's someone else."

Paul McCartney will next perform on Wednesday (December 12th) at 12-12-12: A Concert For Sandy Relief at Madison Square Garden.

METALLICA

Metallica released its Quebec Magnetic Blu-ray/DVD on Monday (December 10th), marking the first product issued by the band on its own label, Blackened Recordings. The disc merges together footage from two shows the band did in Quebec City in the fall of 2009 as part of its World Magnetic Tour. Fans were allowed to vote for the DVD's track listing, with 18 songs compiled for the concert and an additional eight bonus songs included on the disc.

Bassist Robert Trujillo said that he doesn't especially like to watch himself perform on DVD: "It's funny, with me I never -- you know, I may watch this one time or something. It's like, (Metallica's 2004 documentary) Some Kind Of Monster -- I saw it one time, just to see if everything's okay, and then I won't watch it. But maybe 15 years later I'll watch it. It's just because I'll watch it and I'll start critiquing myself and go, 'Dude, you played a wrong note' or 'I could have done this better,' whatever. I'm the harshest critic of myself."

In conjunction with the launch of Blackened, Metallica announced two weeks ago that the band had regained control of all the masters of the band's entire catalog of audio and video recordings, as per its now-expired 1994 contract with the Warner Music Group.

Metallica is also working on a 3D feature film for release next summer, as well as a new studio album that should surface in early 2014.

CHOCOLATE MAY HELP CALM YOUR COUGH

A compound found in cocoa has been shown to reduce cough symptoms in a new study. For the study 300 people with persistent coughs were given theobromine, which is derived from raw ingredients of chocolate, twice a day for two weeks. Researchers say that early results indicate that 60-percent of patients experienced some degree of relief, however symptoms returned once treatment stopped. Researchers say that each dosage of theobromine given each time was one-thousand milligrams-- unsweetened dark chocolate contains about 450-milligrams per ounce, while sweetened dark chocolate contains about 150-milligrams per ounce. (Daily Mail)

FACEBOOK TO HELP INSTAGRAM GET RID OF SPAMMERS

Instagram announced on Friday (December 7th) that it plans to crack down on its spam problem. If you click the "Explore" tab inside the Instagram app, and click on any of the pictures, you will notice lots of spammy comments- from ads for promotional accounts to shameless website promotion. Instagram says for now it wants users to flag spam by clicking on the spammers' accounts and reporting them. Facebook is well-versed in the fight against spammers, even taking a few to court, and since Instagram now belongs to Facebook it's expected that Facebook experts will help Instagram. There have been no reports of the internal steps Instagram intends to take in the spammer smack-down. (All Things)

NEW FACEBOOK TREND: ANNOYMOUS "COMPLIMENT PAGES"

 High school and college students have started a new Facebook trend - anonymous "compliment pages." The first of these compliment pages was reportedly started by four students at Queens University in Ontario, Canada. The page instructs visitors to "inbox a compliment for a Queen's student and have it published anonymously." The trend has since become popular in the U.S. and in Canada, there are now 98 compliment pages on Facebook. (NBC News)

NEW APP AIMED AT HELPING HOLIDAY TRAVELERS

A new app is now available for iPhone and iPad, it's called TravelNerd, and was developed by the company NerdWallet. The app is designed to help travelers be efficient at tasks centered around airports, such as figuring out the most cost-effective form of transportation to and from the airport, the app even estimates the cost and time each mode of transport will require. Additionally the app will help a user find the most inexpensive parking options around an airport, and allow users to book shuttles and taxis. NerdWallet says they plan to release the app for Android soon. A similar app called GateGuru is available for both iPhone and Android. (Reuters)

THE TWELVE MOST OUTRAGEOUS BABY NAMES OF 2012(The Stir):

1) Blue. Yep, Blue Ivy Carter is the Blue they're referring to, and for what it's worth, we might be seeing Blue all over the place pretty soon -- Jay-Z and Beyonce were denied a trademark.

2) Katniss. Nameberry says this was the most-viewed and clicked-on name suggestion on their site, and it doesn't take a giant leap to assume at least one of these parents pulled the trigger and named their little girl after The Hunger Games heroine.

3) Hashtag. These parents probably really liked trending topics on Twitter, and thus, baby Hashtag Johnson was born.

4) Rosalind Arusha Arkadina Altalune Florence Thurman-Busson. Uma Thurman waited three months to publicly announce her daughter's name, and you can see why.

5) Zamzam. The Somali Olympian who refused to give up her religious fasting ritual inspired a lot of people, even though she came in dead last on the track.

6) Maxwell. I kind of like this name for a girl, but I guess some people weren't really a fan of Jessica Simpson's daughter's name.

7) Beretta.Bristol Palin's baby daddy Levi named his daughter with Sunny Oglesby Breeze Beretta Johnston. Beretta. As in the gun.

8) Kingsolomon. There were reportedly five boys named Kingsolomon this year, and I'm now considering Duchesskatemiddleton for my first born.

9) Vanellope. Naming your kid after a Disney princess can be tricky, and this Wreck It Ralph name is probably the trickiest. Maybe stick with Mulan next time?

10) Mykale and Linzi. Can I get an AMEN? Kray-zee spellings of traditional names like Michael and Lindsay made their way onto some most-popular lists this year.

11) Sabbath. Hard-core rocker Zakk Wylde, who's touring with Ozzy Osbourne's band Black Sabbath, decided to pay homage to the death metal group with this unusual name.

12) Kick.Jeremy Sisto is apparently on Law & Order, but he'll forever be the Cranberry CD-losing rich kid from Clueless to me. Anyway, he named his son Bastian Kick, after looking in the dictionary for a name that wasn't a name. Clever.

EIGHT WAYS TO NATURALLY BEAT THE AFTERNOON SLUMP(The Stir):

1) Run Up the Stairs. Or around the block, or in place. You'll give your brain a jolt and your blood will start pumping.

2) Have a Snack. Instead of chowing down on a big lunch, snack throughout the day to keep your energy levels steady. Some suggestions for healthy snacks that won't give you a sugar crash include: almonds, snap peas, and grapes.

3) Hit the Water Cooler. Sometimes when you're feeling sleepy, you're actually dehydrated. Water is the best way to keep your body feeling great and awake when it really needs a drink.

4) Skip the Booze. Just don't reach for the booze if you're feeling tired and thirsty. And if you feel rundown on a regular basis, avoid alcohol as much as possible to sleep better and stay energized.

5) Meditate. No, not a nap. Just a time out to clear your head. Whether it's five minutes or half an hour, your brain will be recharged and you'll feel refreshed.

6) Get Outside. Oxygen is a natural stimulant and you will get drowsy if you're just sitting slouched over your desk, shallow breathing. Take a walk outside and breathe deep for an instant pick-me-up.

7) Make a List. Feeling overwhelmed with work and responsibilities is a quick road to exhaustion. The next time your afternoon demands a nap, make a to-do list instead. Seeing everything you have to do in black and white can help you feel more in control and give you the boost to get back to it -- without the zzzzzzs.

8) Reach Out and Touch Someone. Connecting with others through a stimulating conversation is a fast way to re-focus and wake up. Avoid simply texting or instant messaging, however, and have a face-to-face or voice-to-voice instead.

ITEMS YOU SHOULD KEEP OR DUMP FROM YOUR WALLET (Men's Health):

1) KEEP: Vital numbers. Aside from your home address, your driver's license doesn't offer any actual contact info. Keep a card with it that provides your own cell number and an emergency contact, as well as your physician's information, any medical conditions, and your blood type.

2) KEEP: Credit Card. Keep only one. "If you use multiple cards, it's too easy to lose track of your total debt," says Kenneth Robinson, C.F.P., author of Don't Make a Budget.

3) KEEP: Debit Backup. It's now legal for stores to require a $10 minimum for credit card purchases, and soon they'll be able to charge for using certain cards. Your best alternative: a debit card. "If you're prone to carrying balances, consider paying for everyday goods with debit and leaving credit for bigger buys," says economist David Evans, Ph.D., author of Paying with Plastic.

4) KEEP: Key Discounts. The average household is enrolled in 18 loyalty programs, but uses just eight of them (once a year or more). "Carry cards only for places you'd go even if no loyalty incentive were offered," says Robinson. Otherwise you'll think you're saving in those stores when in reality you're just giving yourself an excuse to spend.

5) KEEP: Dollar Bills and a 100-Dollar Bill. Researchers from the University of Maryland and New York University found that shoppers carrying large-denomination bills spent less than those who kept smaller bills.

6) KEEP: Business Cards. Carry a few in case you meet a potential client or employer, says certified financial planner Michael Steiner. Wrap them in the $100 bill to keep the cards' edges fresh and to remind yourself why you're working so hard.

7) DUMP: Store Plastic. Most retail-store credit cards are pointless; the interest rates can be high and the discounts paltry and if you lose track of a bill or own too many cards at once, your credit score may take a ding, notes Consumer Reports.

8) DUMP: Prepaid Cards. These make sense only for guys who can't score a credit card due to past indiscretions. If you need one, beware of a minefield of fees, says John Ulzheimer, president of consumer education at SmartCredit.com. These may include fees for activating the card, loading it with cash, making an ATM withdrawal, checking your balance, contacting customer service, and more.

9) DUMP: Insurance Card. Keep it, along with all other cards you don't use every day, in a tray or drawer near your front door. Use your phone to snap a photo of the front and back of the card so you'll have the necessary information handy in an emergency.

10) DUMP: Blank Check. Imagine some stranger finding your wallet and writing himself a check. Even a filled-out check is risky; an account number and routing number are all an identity thief needs to infiltrate your account.

11) DUMP: Your Social Security Number. A Social Security card is a golden ticket for identity thieves, says Steiner. All you usually need to verify your identity are the last four digits - and besides, you've memorized the number anyway, right?

12) DUMP: Towing Card. Chances are you already have roadside assistance through your car warranty, auto insurance, or credit card. Compare those benefits with the ones provided by an auto club before deciding to pay the annual fee, says Phil Reed, consumer advice editor at edmunds.com.

13) DUMP: Condom. The bending, friction, and heat that a condom endures in a wallet can cause damage, says Michael McNeil, the director of Go Ask Alice!, Columbia University's Web health resource.

14) DUMP: Everything Else. Now off-load the accumulated business cards, receipts, and drunkenly scrawled phone numbers. It's a wallet, not a filing cabinet!

Thanks for listening to The Eagle while you work. Keep it fabulous, Houston!

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Jennifer Tyler

Fabulous Mid-Day Diva