Being a big pop culture fan, I practically live at EW's website (Hooking it into my Google Reader doesn't help me get any work done whatsoever). The layout and design of the site definitely aids me in procrastination. The homepage links the user directly to anything he or she would want. The horizonal nav separates the site from News, Movies, DVD, TV, Music, Books, etc. If you have something in mind, it's super easy to find.
Cover stories and TV Watches (reviews of last night's popular TV shows) can both be found above the fold, to your immediate left, while EW's "Pop Watch" (their blog) is to your immediate right. The center usually displays some sort of commemorative story or photo gallery. Without even scrolling down once, you could spend hours reading the latest news and reviews of your favorite indulgences.
The site in general isn't too fancy. It uses flash and video, but sparingly. The site isn't in your face, but rather, simple and modest at times. It's perfect for casual browsing and also for killing countless hours of time as you sit at your work desk or cubicle.
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