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The week 2 NCAA college basketball rankings still have Kansas at #1. The week 2 basketball rankings weren’t as kind to the North Carolina Tar Heels though, dropping them all the way down to #12 overall after a loss to Syracuse. Due to it being very early in the men’s college basketball season, there are…

We have all done it. Dropped our iPhone in the toilet, spilled a drink on it, or jumped in the pool with it in our pocket. And then the fear sets in. All of your contact with the outside world, every piece of information you have for your friends, family , and co-workers is in…

There are reports that the housing market has increased slightly; however, it is nowhere near the level it was before the recession. Homeowners are desperate to sell their homes before facing foreclosure or bankruptcy but buyers are extremely cautious. Many buyers are waiting to see what happens with the economy before purchasing a home. Homeowners…

I grew up in a old brick house in Pennsylvania on the Delaware River. The house was full of history and character. The foundation of the original house was built by the British during the Revolutionary war. I love that house and am deeply connected to it still today. Not only because it was where…

Universal Sports will air and live-stream coverage on the Oct. 2 Olympics 2016 Summer Games, vote in Copenhagen, Denmark. To get this coverage, go to UniversalSports.com for the winning host city announcement between 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET. Expect additional coverage with a Chicago winning bid for Olympics 2016 Summer Games. Live video coverage…

Wedding planning is filled with many decisions. One such decision a couple will be faced with, is what centerpieces they will use on their reception tables. However, more and more couples are becoming eco-conscious and don’t want to produce a lot of waste from their wedding. An excellent idea is to consider creating table centerpieces…

Among denizens of the Internet, demand is strong for photos of Jaycee Dugard’s daughters, Angel and Starlet. And it seems that CNN has partially satisfied that demand by posting a blurred Jaycee Dugard daughters photo. But this will not quell the demand for any bit of information – Jaycee Dugard daughters photos, Jaycee Dugard photos,…

As October 31st approaches we start looking for something we can wear for our Halloween party, but as many of us spend all our allotted money on our children’s costumes we don’t have much left over to get our costume. I have found some great DIY Halloween costumes for adults. These simple DIY costumes are…

Christmas is the season to eat but someone must make the food. Fear not, there are plenty of women out there who are not good cooks but who are able to put together nice dishes for the holidays. Here are some of the best and easiest recipes I found while searching Associated Content. 1. Piper…

The position of the Moon’s Nodes in the horoscope can represent how past life experiences will affect the present life. There are two points in a horoscope at which the moon’s orbit cuts the ecliptic; these are the Moon’s Nodes. The North Node is also called the Dragon’s Head and the South Node, the Dragon’s…

October is national seafood month but seafood is something that can be – and should be! – enjoyed year round! With modern flash freezing and transportation methods you can bring seafood from the coast or the Gulf to the heartland for a special meal. More common meals such as using canned salmon or salmon steaks…

If you have a friend or family member on your Christmas gift-giving list this year who loves to garden, there are a plethora of gardening tools and gadgets available. There are gizmos for everything imaginable, from planting seeds through harvesting and all points and tasks in between. Some are ridiculously expensive, while other handy garden…

Everyone who is heading off to college for the first time knows the excitement of moving into a dorm (or apartment) room. Usually the process is filled with frantic wandering around different stores, searching for the best deals on dorm ware, towels, sheets, pillows, and compactable laundry hampers. Many mothers get thoroughly excited about the…

Despite being intended to be a celebration of a couple’s love for one another and their intent to start a new life together, weddings are notorious for being a pressure cooker for stress and anxiety. Even if things don’t always go exactly according to plan, there are steps you can take during the planning process…

American Roadside Burger is a small fast food chain on Long Island, New York. It was created in early 2008 after owner John Tunney III renamed and redesigned his American Burger Chain. Part of that change included ditching a store in Hicksville and remaining with the original two in Smithtown and Huntington village. Just from…

Draw hands are hands after the flop in which the player has four cards to a straight, a flush or both. Made hands are hands which after the flop the player has trips, two pair, top pair or a pair of kings or aces in the pocket (the last two both pre-flop). Of course higher…

Food allergies can be a very serious medical issue for many people. It is estimated that up to 5% of children at approximately 1 to 2% of adults will have some sort of food allergy in their lifetime. Symptoms of food allergies can range from relatively minor annoyances, to potentially life-threatening problems. It is also…

In my article Femi-Nazi: The evolution of modern day feminism, I talked about how the so called out-of-control behavior by today’s young women may be a new feminist movement. Today I want to talk a little about a woman that I believe may be leading a new feminist/conservative movement-and that woman is Sarah Palin. I…

Now that Christmastime is drawing near, a lot of people would like to know how to make gingerbread house. While a gingerbread house is a beautiful sign of the season, a lot of people really do struggle with gingerbread house decorating. With this in mind, here are some tips to help you build a great…

Butch Davis and Notre Dame aren’t being seriously linked together yet. But Butch Davis is a Notre Dame candidate, according to ESPN Insider and the Chicago Tribune. The Tribune’s list of coaching candidates include the usual suspects, like Brian Kelly, Bob Stoops and Gary Patterson. However, Butch Davis is also listed as a Notre Dame…

I’ve seen several Science Channel documentaries talking about how they’re trying to make computers faster and smarter with an even greater impact on our day to day life. Having seen my fair share of movies and read my fair share of books (both regular and comic), I can’t help but wonder if this is such…

Visitors to the Big Apple and native New Yorkers looking for an indoors workout without breaking the bank might want to start climbing the walls. While it’s illegal to climb the Brooklyn Bridge or New York City’s landmark skyscrapers, one can venture indoors to one of New York City’s indoor climbing gyms. In addition to…

While drinking my morning coffee and reading the newspaper at the local bakery, I watched as the young parents entered the establishment, a small blond girl with huge, round blue eyes, bundled snuggly against the cold wind, was in tow. While her parents stamped their feet on the doormat to restart the circulation in their…

Cameron is sitting on the living room couch in front of his computer planning out potential storylines for the next season of Chip Off the Old Block when Erick walks in the door. He had just returned to the apartment from The Big Cup where he had a run-in with the actress Jessica Lynn that…

I ran track in school, but the only long distance event was the 440 walk/run, which wasn’t popular in competition. I wasn’t a sprinter or hurdler, which were the preferred events. I went into field hockey instead. By the time marathons, 5Ks and 10Ks became popular, I’d injured my ankles and knees in field hockey,…

Amid the big businesses that make up corporate America, it is nice to know that Main Street still exists. This series highlights small-town, Main Street businesses that have survived despite economic hardships. A phenomenal mother-and-daughter duo began their photography business in 1999. Their full service studio is at 307 North Main Street, in Fordyce, Arkansas,…

These two tricks are so much fun at parties. It’s so, so easy to trick the taste buds. All you need is a little knowledge of chemistry, and the help of a plant named Synsepalum dulcificum. It’s a medium to tall (10′-20′ tall) evergreen shrub native to West Africa. Twice a year, it produces red…

Many people are opting to have destination weddings away from their hometowns or home states. A few people choose an exotic location, some want a picturesque mountain setting, and a few others will choose a sunset beach somewhere. A vast majority of people are choosing to have a winter wedding at snow shrouded destination that…

You’ve heard of musical chairs. Well this is different. This is musical whales. For years, scientists and marine biologists have sought to understand the complexities and intricacies of humpback whale communication through series of underwater sounds. Popular movies throughout American cinematic culture, such as Free Willy (1993) and even Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home…

Choosing the right knives for your kitchen will depend on what type of food preparation and cooking that you do. Do you do a lot of meal preparation that involves chopping and dicing? Do you make your own bread? Maybe you eat out a lot, or bring home takeout and just need a simple utility…

Halloween is the favorite time of the year for two groups of people: children and dentists! According to the Center for Disease Control, statistics show that obesity among children continues to rise as well as an increase in the rise of juvenile diabetes making the search for healthy snacks more important than ever. It is…

Shadez 2: Battle for Earth is a flash animation real-time strategy game created by Newgrounds.com user Sean Cooper (seantcooper). This sequel to the Shadez series was submitted to Newgrounds.com on October 16, 2009.Game Background You have been hired to destroy a machine-based enemy. Gameplay If you ever played Westwood’s Command & Conquer games, then you’ll…

Lancôme has been turning out quality makeup for almost seventy-five years now. It is the beauty secret of millions of French women. Lancôme’s website proudly states that, “Lancôme has a sensual love for women,” and this is evident in all of their products, especially Photogenic. There are a number of different types of foundation on…

Barite is barium sulfate, BaSO4 . Unpopularly known as the stuff of enemas, let me acquaint you with the more pleasant properties of barite and explain why some barite rock specimens are so prized. Barite is a heavy, inert, insoluble, and not very pretty rock as rocks go, until you find a piece that came…

A great way for teens to make some fast money is to shovel snow. Yes, there is some hard labor involved. However, in most cases, it is for a short period of time. If you have a partner, it can even be easier than you thought. Instead of being paid by the hour, you get…

Variety is the spice of life and I often have to remind myself of that old saying. While I normally enjoy eating sandwiches for lunch, today, I decided to try a type of yogurt from Starbucks that I had never eaten before, for my lunch. The Greek Yogurt & Honey Parfait sold at Starbucks coffee…

When our quest for a backyard storage shed began, my wife and I looked at wooden yard barns. These were very expensive and requiring either outside labor to build or a rather large crane to hoist a finished yard barn into our fenced back yard. Enter our discovery of the Suncast® line of vinyl storage…

Being charged with a felony offense means that you will spend the rest of your life paying for breaking the law. It doesn’t matter if it is your first or hundredth, it follows you forever. It all depends on the state you reside in as to how badly it will haunt you. Some states have…

Unlike family, you have the choice to pick your friends, which leaves many options open to you to choose friends who share the same values and principles with you. But should you be friends with your husband’s ex? Ever Present Ex: Friend or Foe? Your husband’s ex, whether his ex-wife or ex-girlfriend, can come across…

In the beginning, according to Roman mythology, there was only dark space, until Mother Earth and Eros appeared (representing the attraction which brings beings together). Then appeared Nyx or “Night” and Erebus who in their turn gave birth to Ether and Henera, the day. Night’s dark mists would envelop the edges of the world and…

A Look Back at Television Drama in the 80s Looking back on television drama of the 80s it is amazing how much has changed in twenty years. Twenty years sounds like a long time, but when you have lived it, twenty years seems like just yesterday. Television dramas today are nothing like television dramas of…

If you are thinking about visiting this city of lights during the winter months there are lots of activities for you to partake of, indoors and out. Winter months can be the best time of year for many outdoor activities, as the weather is temperate with mostly clear and sunny days. Here are a few…

If there was ever a week to get high, totally drunk, on information security and identity theft scammers and hackers, then this is it! Media outlets everywhere have been pumping out story after story of data breaches, identity theft, criminal hackers and indictments! Yeah team! For a criminal hacker groupie, this is Woodstock! Dark reading…

British Prime Minister Winston Churchill made the gesture famous when he held up two fingers in the shape of a V. He of course was signifying victory for the allies in World War II. The gesture soon came to represent peace, especially among the hippie generation of the 60s and 70s. Were Churchill to lead…

Maybe I have more than a passing interest in the subject of waiting till one is over 50 to have a mammogram. My daughter is presently undergoing treatment for breast cancer. It does not run in our family. She’s the first. And she’s 48 years old. She has a friend from her church who is…

A couple of months ago I noticed a car loitering in the alley behind my house. I approached the vehicle, but the occupant sped off. Then the same thing happened a couple of weeks ago, same car, driven by a character who looked like a Russian mobster. Obviously, I was concerned about what he was…

From extravagant light displays to simple lantern tours, northwest Ohio has plenty of ways for families to celebrate Christmas. Ohio’s 10 largest Christmas light displays use a total of 14 million lights, enough to cover 68,500 six-foot tall tannenbaums . One of those top 10 displays is at the Toledo Zoo as part of its…

The game of tennis becomes more of a battle of strategy than technique once a certain skill level is reached. It is critical for an advanced tennis player to incorporate specific strategies that maximize their strengths while at the same time minimizing their weaknesses. Doubles teams will also have a collective strength and weakness skill…

I’m one of those people who avoid using blow dryers, curlers and irons on my hair for fear that it would damage my beautiful locks. I don’t care what people say about all these “special” styling products that won’t harm my hair. I own a hair dryer that has an ion option that’s suppose to…

Finding the perfect carry-on bag is such a challenge. Most travelers’ looks specifics when purchasing a bag that will get more wear than any other piece from their inventory. The Rimowa Salsa 22″ Cabin Trolley is one of the preferred cabin bags designed to make traveling with a carry-on bag as simplistic as possible. In…

President Barack Obama has now declared H1N1 swine flu a national emergency. At the same time, areas of Indiana are experiencing shortages of the flu vaccine . Hand sanitizers, including brands such as Purell, are facing increased demand from consumers – and makers are having a hard time keeping up with that demand. Although there…

Even if the economy is struggling, and money is a little tight right now, we all still need jeans don’t we? That might be true but it doesn’t mean we have to pay big bucks for the jeans, right? Jeans are always popular but some types are much more expensive than others. Take jeans that…

According to Gerald Posner of The Daily Beast, rumor has it that Michael Jackson’s autopsy photo is being circulated around Los Angeles and therefore may be leaked onto the Internet. Posner says he has traced the rumors to a high-profile Los Angeles restaurateur who claims to have in his possession a high resolution photo taken…

Why not be the cool kid? I’m joking of course, but it does have a point. When I say “cool kid” I’m talking about successful man or woman. If you want to be successful, you need to abandon your comfort zone. Yes, I know – it is impossible to do. News flash: 100 years ago…

Naming the top hotels in the world is a daunting task. Here I am going to narrow it down to just the top ten most historic hotels outside the United States. Even narrowing it down this far still leave anyone with hundreds of choices. Europe is rich with culture and history. England, being no exception…

There was a new admission I needed to meet with and see. His name was Bill. He had experienced a stroke and was being admitted to the short term rehabilitation unit where I was a case manager. Bill was using a wheelchair for mobility. The stroke had left one side of his body partially paralyzed….

When it comes to this palette, I can honestly say, it is probably my favorite out of all my palettes. I received it free at Ulta, and truth be told, I was not very excited. However, it was my first Urban Decay palette, and completely convinced me that they were an amazing brand. COLOR This…

Many homes have insulation in their attics and basements to help with heating and cooling bills. At this time in the economy, it is important for home owners to cut down their bills as much as possible. The two main types of insulation are cellulose and fiberglass. They both are about the same price, but…

Kathleen Neill, model and subject of another Zach Hyman photo shoot, knew that when she took her clothes off and got naked in the middle of the Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met, as it is commonly referred to) that she could be arrested, regardless if what she was doing could be considered art or…

In Book X of Nicomachean Ethics Aristotle concludes that contemplation is the highest human activity and asserts that wisdom is the highest virtue. He addresses opposing arguments in regard to the function of pleasure but ultimately claims that although pleasure is necessary, it is only a precondition for a good life. This good life that…

There are many levels of influence in our society and media plays a major role in dispensing influential images to us. Media comes in many forms, television, radio, newspapers, movies, and advertisements. The media is so intertwined in our lives that we do not truly comprehend on a conscious level how much influence it really…

The Philadelphia Eagles has been a team of alot of ups and downs. During there ups, they had won 4 championships before the 04 season. During there downs, they had many bad periods of being loser’s. In this dvd, they will show you these moments along with a documentary on the Philly fans, players, interviews,…

Having ridden roller coasters for over 15 years, I can say this loud and clear: roller coasters are fun to ride! Why? Because roller coasters provide a “safe” thrill and great rush that cannot be beaten. However, there’s a lot more to riding a roller coaster than simply sitting in a seat, locking your harness,…

The disappointment and irritation of a 30 hour game delay were signs of things to come for Serena Williams in her 2009 US Open match in NY against Kim Clijsters of Belgium. Early in the Saturday night game, at the end of the first set in the match, Serena Williams displayed an act of unsportsmanlike…

Women with epilepsy face many challenges through the course of their life, even challenges in managing pregnancy. Understanding what triggers an epileptic seizure is vital to a healthy pregnancy as women often need to take diligence in avoiding specific levels of stress, foods, and even medications. If you have epilepsy, and you are expecting your…

Fast Food established have changed over the past couple year. What’s new? A lot! They are now doing a lot of new things to satisfy the needs of a fat-obsessed and economically-challenged society. Here’s what’s going on. 1 – Calorie Posts Want to know how many calories are in a Big Mac? You can find…

Vampires are extremely popular right now especially those from the Twilight book series by Stephanie Meyer and now there’s one Twilight movie with another coming out soon. With so many people liking all things vampire, dressing in a vampire costume for Halloween would be a fantasy come true. There are so many vampire characters to…

What better way to celebrate Halloween this year than to go back to Wonderland, right? For Halloween costumes, I think this theme is the most fun. In March 2010, Disney will be releasing Alice In Wonderland-again with the wonderfully talented master of creepy, director Tim Burton. I don’t want to give away too much of…

These harsh economic times are taking a heavy toll on many people. There are fewer and fewer jobs and, when job openings do appear, there is always stiff competition for those jobs. From an employee’s perspective, this can make one feel as if one is participating in an impersonal exercise in futility, a sort of…

Whether you’re a Star Wars fan or not, you’ll appreciate a cool Star Wars Halloween costume. With six episodes to choose from, you’ll have plenty of different characters and creatures to choose from. You can make a Star Wars Halloween costume fairly cheaply, but you’ll probably want to buy the accessories from your local costume…

Lupus is the short name for lupus erythematosus, a chronic, autoimmune disease that can damage any part of your body, including your skin, connective tissues, organs and blood cells. There is no cure for lupus, but the vast majority of lupus patients have symptoms that can be managed. Symptoms include a red rash, extreme sensitivity…

Homemade gifts for Christmas come from the heart. To me, a homemade gift is something special that was made just for you by someone who cares about you. If your child enjoys making things, these four gifts are sure to bring a smile to those on their Christmas list. Inexpensive and quick to make, these…

Using a camp trailer at an unimproved site means no electric, no water and probably no public restrooms or bathing facilities. It may be a remote out in the wilderness area. It could just be rustic camp ground that offers land to park your trailer, but little else. In these conditions, it is important to…

If you’ve never had to watch your money before, chances are you do now. Here’s 6 ways to save money in our bad economy. 1. Visit the library. I’m a voracious reader. Chances are you are too. I used to tell myself that if I spent lots of money on books, that’s okay. After all,…

Holidays are such an important part of each countries tradition along with supporting its culture. Some of the most popular holidays on earth either revolve around the Christian belief such as Easter and Christmas however there are other popular ones such as Independence Day, New Year Day, and Valentines and so on. Then there are…

Decorating a formal table in one’s home can be a very daunting task. Purchasing fine china is a very expensive undertaking, so many homeowners want to do it once in a lifetime. This fact makes purchasing fine china overwhelming. Yet, with a little bit of research and the right attitude, a good choice can be…

If you have kids then you know that they take their artwork seriously; they want it on display for everyone to see. Be it on the refrigerator or wall, they are proud of what they have created although sometimes deciphering it may be an acquired gift. Displaying it can be tricky; you don’t want to…

Probiotic is the buzzword lately when discussing the digestive system. Probiotics are simply microorganisms that are very similar to the bacteria found in the digestive tract that maintains a healthy digestive system. There is also evidence that probiotics aid in immunity and help treat conditions such as diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn’s disease. Probiotics…

Music at health clubs and gyms is a point of contention for many people, either because the music is too loud, or more so because someone doesn’t like the music. I’m a certified personal trainer and gym rat, and am always flabbergasted at how defensive people get when they hear someone complaining about the music….

In 1980, Citibank was going broke.Rises in inflation meant that they were paying more to borrow money than they could get by lending it to their credit card customers. New York’s strict usury rules (caps on interest rates to consumers) sent Citibank out on a hunt for a new base of operations. At the same…

The 2009 holiday travel has begun! Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s sees the biggest tourist crowds in the Orlando airport. Many from Florida are flying out to spend a white Christmas with loved ones up north. While many more are flying in for a Disney or other theme park Holiday vacation. The biggest hassle will…

Being a huge Disney fan myself I am quite happy with most anything with a Mickey face on it. If you know a die hard Disney fan and need to find the perfect gift, they are sure to love any of these gifts and they are sure to bring a smile to any Disney fan’s…

One of the annoying things about the iPhone is the interference signals that tend to pop up from time to time. They’re not abnormal, in fact, they’re a part of most if not all cell phones, but when you’re listening to music or watching a video on an iPhone, they can be distracting, to say…

While many wealthy countries have had contingency plans for the emergence of a deadly new strain of the influenza virus for years, many developing countries lack the production ability to produce vaccines for a deadly flu pandemic in large quantities. A perspective article published in the New England Journal of Medicine on August 12, 2009…

One hundred eighty San Diego Restaurants are gearing up for your visit during Restaurant Week. Each restaurant is eagerly anticipating thousands of visitors during this one week alone. The restaurant chefs and staff has planned, sharpened their plans and prepared for your visit to enjoy their fare for months. The week of September 13th –…

Teething can be an ordeal for babies and parents. It can be a painful process, and babies can be left unhappy and in pain as their new teeth push their way up. If you have a teething baby, you want to be able to help them feel better. Bonjela makes a teething gel that I…

Christmas is my family’s favorite time of year, for the sights, the scents, the flavors, even the feelings (nothing quite like the crunch of freshly fallen snow beneath your feet or the snuggliness of a warm chenille sweater!). This year, rather than buying metallic garlands, fake greenery and pricey ornaments, try your hand at making…

Want to buy a video game for a close one but unsure how to choose from the vast collection available? Parents and partners often make poor decisions when deciding what games to buy for the target of their affections. This guide to choosing a video game gift will reveal the methods of deciding between a…

You’ve adopted a green, eco-friendly lifestyle. Why not pass the eco-consciousness on to your dog? Get Fido to go green this Christmas. Here are seven eco-friendly, green gift ideas for your dog. Eco Slumber Bed Available from: West Paw Designs Price: $78 – $156 (size dependent) What dog wouldn’t want a new bed? Rest assured,…

From the beginning of the Meiji period, Japan work feverishly on improving its status in the modern world and focused heavily on removing the restrictions of the unequal treaties, which were imposed by the West during the mid 1800s. These treaties presented an obstacle in Japan’s future success and were viewed as a great shame…