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Men are usual known for their word. You always hear the phrase, you are the ‘man of the hour’. Some men are leaders, others are followers. Many love completing tasks assigned by women, while others may absolutely hate tasks and getting their bums of their chairs.

Surveying 100 women, this article examines top 10 phrases men are known not to say, but should.

1. We never talk anymore:

Sometimes this opens up a number of cans of worms that man would prefer not to open. When saying that ‘we never speak anymore’ you’re opening yourself to a number of things, most notably a fight.

2. I understand:

This applies to both genders. Never do you want to admit that you are wrong. Saying I understand means that the person is giving in.

3. Let’s watch Y&R instead of sports:

Most men cannot stand soap operas, but women do. This is one conflict both have over who watches what at what time.

4. Happy Anniversary:

Survey results showed that most men would forget anniversaries. They are usually the first to do last minute shopping and the first person to be reminded of the date. Women have better rote memory than men when it comes to memorizing important events.

5. This food tastes terrible:

As much as men may not love the cooking, they may never admit it. This may change if the situation was really bad. For example, take Jerry Seinfeld. He was dating someone who could not cook. So instead of telling his date about it, he would spit the food out into napkins. Oddly enough it is true.

It is said that the cast and crew of a film carries a film, no matter how outstanding the script is. These Hollywood actors definitely understood that and made these movies what they are today.

1. Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks was brilliant in Big. His acting was effortless and perfect and when asked about it, he said that all he did was tap into a child’s mind. Needless to say, he should have won an Oscar- make that several Oscars!

2. Al Pacino

Al Pacino plays the character of a homosexual man in Dog Day Afternoon who robs a bank because he is not financially stable enough to sponsor partner’s sex affirmation surgery. The plot of the film is hilarious and this actor knows exactly what to do in order to make a film stand out. The audience is supposed to think of him as a hero and not a villain and the best part is that this goal was achieved!

3. Sir Peter O’Toole

It has been said that Sir Peter O’Toole’s performance in Venus was one of his best. The plot revolves around an aging man, namely him, who falls in love with Venus, an underage but undeniable beautiful teenage girl.

4. Peter Sellers

Peter Sellers has achieved the impossible in Dr. Strangelove – he plays four roles and interestingly, they are all very different from each other. He manages to change his colors like a chameleon as and when the director commands him to do so.

5. Sir Paul Scofield

His performance in A Man for All Seasons was nothing if not flawless in every way. His character was extremely knowledgeable when it came to Jesus and the Bible and needless to say, he knew almost everything about the religion.

Every man wants to smell good and every woman wants her boyfriend or husband to exude elegance. However, because of the sheet volume of stock available in the market, it becomes difficult to find the perfect cologne. This list will make your job easier.

1. 212 Men

This Caroline Herrera fragrance is heavenly, to say the least. The aroma is sophisticated and created especially for formal parties or dinners. Scents like ginger, musk, grapefruit and sandalwood come together to create this divine cologne.

2. Acqua Di Gio

If you are looking for a masculine cologne, this Giorgio Armani cologne is meant for you. It is a combination of tangerine, rockrose and jasmine flowers. It will cling to your skin and keep you and everybody around you quite happy.

3. Acqua Di Parma Colonia

The best part about this cologne is that it is minty fresh and natural- no strings attached. The citrus smell of lemon mixes with that of rose and lavender which complements the delicious scent of sandalwood perfectly. This fragrance is perfect for every day use.

4. Cool Water for Men

Everybody is familiar with the products created by Davidoff. It has a very strong aquatic aroma which is delicate and manly at the same time. Rosemary and musk is added as well and if you want to smell different and unique, go out and buy it.

5. Curve

Even if you don’t particularly like this one, you can be sure that your wife or girlfriend will adore it. Clove, lime, lavender and musk unite to make sure that this Liz Claiborne cologne stays on your clothes even after the sun goes down.

Most men don’t admit it but they would love to carry over their toys from their childhood. Don’t worry- that isn’t weird. However, make sure that he is not playing with teddies, but the following:

1. Cranium

This board game can drive you crazy and therefore, keep you entertained for hours at a stretch. Two groups need to play it and try to reach the middle portion of the board. They will have to keep humming an odd tune, answer questions and spell difficult words back to front. Why? To have fun!

2. Aim N Shoot

If you like throwing all the wastepaper into the bin from a distance just to see if you can make the shot- this game is for you.

3. Razor Xtreme

This is basically like a small scooter and the rubbers are smooth enough to allow you to zoom over any street in the world. You can even rush over curbs and pavements- as long as there is no traffic in sight, of course.

4. Ferrari Model

If you cant afford the real deal, you can get somebody to create a dummy for you. Place it in such a way that you cannot help but admire it every time you are in the house. This will not only encourage you to buy the real car but also keep you happy.

5. Super Soaker

This is basically like those guns that squirt out water but much bigger. It may sound shocking but more adults buy this toy when compared to little children. Round up some old friends and play for hours and call it a day! Frustrated men can always point it at their wives if they don’t mind sleeping on the couch for the rest of the year.

We see a lot of great talent around us. But sometimes, the media can be cruel and can get people in trouble. The public will get to know others through the media for their personal troubles rather for their great talent. Here are just 10 men that have been a part of scandals in the media, and were gotten to know for the absolute wrong reasons.

1. Charlie Sheen

He is the son of well known actor, Martin Sheen, and the brother of actor and director, Emilio Estevez. Though Sheen has had a rising acting career, his personal life went downhill early on. First, there was the time he accidentally shot Kelly Preston, who was his girlfriend at the time. Then came drugs and several rehab stints over the years. His latest troubles came when he was fired from his hit television series, “Two and a Half Men”. The world saw him crumble with his erotic behavior, and feared his death. But Sheen overcame his troubles, and is coming back to acting slowly and smoothly. Sheen was replaced by Ashton Kutcher for the lead role in the series.

2. Ashton Kutcher

He seemed to have everything in his hands, a stable acting career and a marriage that seemed to be glowing. But Ashton Kutcher proved that looks can be deceiving after all. Kutcher started dating Demi Moore in 2003, after his relationship with the late Brittany Murphy was over. The world was shocked and waited for the relationship to crumble, as Moore was 15 years Kutcher’s senior and had three daughters from her previous marriage to Bruce Willis. The couple got married in 2005, and was filled with PDA, and sweet notes to each other on twitter. They became the “it” Hollywood couple. The fairy tale was over in September 2011, when Kutcher cheated on Moore with a 22 year old woman on their 6 year wedding anniversary. Demi Moore announced she was separating from Kutcher that November, and he was seen hitting the club scene right after. Despite that, Kutcher maintains a close relationship with Moore’s 3 daughters.

3. Arnold Schwarznegger

Arnold Schwarznegger was an action hero in the 1980s and 1990s, with movies like “The Terminator”. His trademark line is “I’ll be back”, which is still popular to this day. In 2004, he became the Governor of California. But what made us love him was his long lasting marriage to Maria Shriver. We saw him as “the cool, strong guy in the movies, but a much softer side when he was with his wife and four children. In 2011, it was reported that during their 25 year union, Schwarznegger had an affair with a housekeeper, and that he fathered a son with her. The couple separated and when Oprah celebrated the end of her 25 year run of her talk show, Shriver made a speech and said that Oprah “never lied to her.” Despite all the drama, the former couple has maintained a friendly relationship for the sake of their children.

4. Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston seemed to have the perfect marriage, but as the saying goes, “nothing lasts forever.” In 2004, Pitt began filming “Mr. and Mrs. Smith”, with Angeline Jolie. Reports began surfacing that the two were having an affair, but they were denied by both parties, and Pitt claimed he was happily married to Aniston, despite pictures that were published of him and Jolie holding hands. In January 2005, Pitt and Aniston announced their separation, and in the months that followed, Pitt’s relationship with Jolie was confirmed. After all these years, the media is still going on talking about how Angelina Jolie stole Pitt from Aniston. It is a never ending love triangle which has been forgotten by all three parties. Pitt and Jolie are still going strong . They have six children together and announced they were engaged in 2012. Aniston has had several high profile relationships, including with Vince Vaughn and John Mayer. She is now in a relationship with Justin Theroux, and has stated that she is happy for her ex-husband on his engagement.

5. Tiger Woods

We have many men who cheated on their significant others on this list. But this man is a special case, no doubt. Tiger Woods is a professional golfer and married Elin Nordegren in 2004. They had 2 children together, Sam and Charlie. Their marriage was going great. But things changed in 2009, when Tiger was involved in a vehicle accident at the family home. Woods admitted to being unfaithful to his wife, not only with one woman, but with several women. The couple tried to save the marriage, but it proved difficult as they divorced n August 2010.

Every man needs to do something in his spare time so as to keep himself and his significant other sane! The following hobbies are the most popular.

1. Fishing

As a hobby, fishing is very relaxing- what could be better than basking under the warm sun with water all around? It is even better when one goes with a few good friends! You may not get any bites, but at least you will have a good time!

2. Training or Coaching

If you were on the football or basket ball team of your High School back in the good old days, you can always use the knowledge to coach young kids. This hobby will also allow you to spend some quality time with your own kids.

3. Billiards

Even though this hobby will require you to use your logic skills, it is a good way to pass your time. If you do want to some time alone, this hobby is meant for you. Make sure you read up on the rules and regulations before you play though.

4. Brewing

Those who indulge in this hobby usually have a lot of patience and the basic know-how. Therefore, if you are thinking of homebrewing, log onto the internet and find yourself making beer in no time!

5. Collect Something, Anything

If you cannot get over certain celebrities’ autographs or have always been fascinated by stamps, you can start collecting the same. It is difficult somebody who has never collected anything through their life, so don’t be one of them! There is a definite plus point attached to this hobby- the memorabilia may be worth millions one day.

Modern medicine had seen dramatic advancement at controlling various diseases affecting man. Nonetheless, there still remains an assortment of diseases that has no cure. Let us take a look at the list of top 10 incurable diseases that afflict many people every year.

1. Common Cold

The common is a viral infection that is defined as an acute type of ailment that initially affects the upper respiratory tract. In the more advanced cases, the infection reaches the lower portion and can cause secondary infections that affect the middle ears and the eyes.

2. Cancer

This incurable disease has more than 100 distinct forms which is generally defined by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal and invasive cells in the body.

3. Asthma

Asthma is a chronic disease affecting the lungs. It generally leads to the inflammation of airways and causes shortness of breath, coughing and wheezing.

4. AIDS/HIV

AIDS is a contagious disease that affects the immune system. HIV is the pathogen that causes AIDS. An individual that is afflicted by AIDS are prone to a wide variety of malignancies and infections.

5. Diabetes Type 2

This incurable disease impairs the metabolism of carbohydrates resulting to the inability of the body to produce insulin and maintain the normal level of blood sugar.