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Finding Great Tenants
Attracting great tenants is key to success in the rental business. Prevent future problems, frustration and headaches with proper screening of potential renters.
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IT Service Management for Project Managers
IT Service Management is a framework of good practices to align IT services with current and future needs of business. To improve the quality and reduce cost of services.
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The Death of an Internet Writer
It's pretty safe to say that without content, there would be no search engines. There would be no Internet. So why are content warehousing sites killing Internet writers?
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Why Exit Real Estate Investments
The reasons for disposing of property in a real estate investment portfolio should be in accord with an investor's return-on-investment goals.
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Clint Eastwood's Gran Torino
Clint Eastwood has made a career out of making a career out of playing tough guys. In his latest film as star and director, he finally gets real about the consequences.
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Movie Review: Bride Wars
Anne Hathaway and Kate Hudson embarrass themselves in Twentieth Century Fox's Bride Wars, a cringe-worthy Bridezilla comedy. 2/10
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Top Chef Season Five - Episode 7
British food critic Toby Young joins Tom Colicchio, Padma Lakshmi, and guest judge Jean-Christophe Novelli judge the chefs as they express their individuality.
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Breast Cancer and Bras
Breast cancer and breast ailments are epidemic in modern society. The link between bras and breast cancer is possibly three times greater than smoking and lung cancer.
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Can Boils be Treated at Home?
Only superficial boils should be treated at home. Deep boils with systemic signs need medical attention at the earliest.
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Carbohydrate Counting
An overview of a healthy eating plan that can help control blood sugar levels, decrease risk for complications and allows a person to make indiviualized food choices.
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Doula Support Recommended for Childbirth
Consumers should expect that their place of birth and medical care providers practice evidence-based medicine. What interventions should be avoided and what helps?
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How to Keep Your New Year's Resolution
Each year people vow to keep the resolution of losing weight. They begin to diet and end up resorting to old habits. Here are some tips to help stay on track.
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More Fun Ways to Lose Weight
Losing weight can be frustrating and challenging, but using some of the following methods can be fun and effective.
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Natural Cancer Remedies
Cancer survival rates improve every year, but more and more people are turning to natural methods that have fewer side effects and possibly better results.
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Nature Activities May Slow Aging
Research shows that popular hobbies like gardening and wildlife watching are healthy and versatile pasttimes that can reap surprising benefits in later life.
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Screening for Chlamydial Infection
Two million people in the US may be infected with chlamydia; two percent of people under age 40 carry the disease. Regular screening identifies those who need treatment.
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The Mysterious Pineal Gland
The Pineal Gland, a connection between the physical & spiritual and a source of ethereal energy initiating supernatural powers. Discover more about this mysterious gland.
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What is Insulin Resistance?
Nearly 25 percent of Americans have insulin resistance, but what is it and how does being insulin resistant affect the body?
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Why Was My Baby Stillborn?
Stillbirth, or fetal death after 20 weeks of pregnancy, is tragic for the entire family. There are many causes of stillbirth, and prevention education is essential.
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Guide to Non-Traditional Wedding Desserts
Wedding cake is pretty stale - even when it's fabulous cake, the idea has been done over and over. Instead, surprise and delight your guests with a different dessert.
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How to Dress Hip Bridesmaids
Making bridesmaids look great can be tough, especially when they're different sizes and have different skin tones. Check out this guide for how to make them look great.
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Carina Round: Artist to Watch in 2009
Carina Round is a fantastic British singer-song writer that has yet to get her due. The road's been bumpy, but 2009 is poised to be a good year for a proper introduction.
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Smaller British Festivals
Following on from the previous article, this one will look at some of the more smaller and specialist festivals that occur in British summer time.
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Helping Preschoolers Learn to Read
Helping a preschooler learn to read is a balancing act - parents want to encourage their children, but too much pressure is counter-productive.
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How To Get Rid of Lice
Your head is now itchy but you can get rid of lice by following these simple steps and getting the right lice shampoo immediately.
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Pre-School Playgroups
Most families consider joining a playgroup at some point during their children's pre-school years, but what is it that makes a good playgroup?
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Retirees Raising Grandchildren
Growing numbers of minors in the United States are being raised by their grandparents, affecting people across all socio-economic and ethnic groups. What a challenge!
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Teaching Children about Death and Grief
For a child learning how to cope with loss, with death and with grief are some of the most important life lessons that parents, grandparents, teachers can teach them.
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Valentine's Day Gifts for Her
Valentine's Day strikes fear in the hearts of many men. Never fear. Here are three unusual and special ways to make her day.
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A Biography of Barack Obama
Barack Obama was elected to be the next President of the United States on November 4 2008. But who is Barack Obama?
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Famous Inauguration Speech Quotes
The inspirational words of Jefferson, Lincoln, FDR and Kennedy are remembered forever. Will Obama's inaugural reach those heights? And what does Sorensen say about JFK?
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Obama and Congress
Obama is urging Congress for quick action on the $300 billion stimulus package but interest groups are already influencing how and where the money will be spent.
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Senator Al Franken Wins Minnesota Election
Minnesota Canvassing Board certified election results favoring Democrat Franken by 225 votes. Republicans Limbaugh, O'Reilly & Cornyn vow to block seating the Senator.
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The Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
The King Day of Service, which was established by Congress in 1994, is intended to uphold the teachings of Dr. King and honor his legacy through community involvement.
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Biomedical Engineering 101
Biomedical engineers help to understand how the human body works, to diagnose ailments more accurately and develop innovative methods to treat diseases.
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The Akosombo Dam
The Akosombo Dam in Ghana was built during the 1960's to provide power to the poor nation of Ghana. This is a short profile.
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VoIP Phone Service Advantages
A Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP or VOIP) phone plan offers an affordable alternative to traditional landlines for local, long distance and international calling.
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Finding a Teaching Job
Becoming a teacher requires more than the teacher training and education programs that schools offer. You must also find school willing to hire you.
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Interview Questions for Teachers
Preparing your teacher portfolio and answers for interview questions can help you come across more polished and make a better impression on perspective schools.
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Moving Stories Off the Page
Lori Hardacker of Rye, New Hampshire is developing an elementary school enrichment program to get stories off the page and kids out of their sedentary cyber-ruts.
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Teaching the 1950s in History Classes
The rapid changes and challenges of post war America in the decade of the 1950s affords teachers an opportunity to employ creative activities in teaching this era.
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The Best College Values
Students who are currently applying for college and financial aid are the first in a long time to undertake the process during a recession.
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Top Ten Asian Universities
A number of universities across Asia have ranked consistently amongst the best universities in the world.
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Civet of Pork – Rich French Stew
Civet of Pork is a slow-cooked, rich pork stew with some simple, surprising ingredients. Typical of French Gascon cuisine it is hearty and not for the faint hearted!
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Ecuadorian White Hominy Recipes
Hominy (in Ecuador mote) is made from white corn kernels. It is a popular starch served as a side in many traditional Ecuadorian dishes, but these recipes stand alone.
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How to Make Delicious Bran Muffins
Coffee shop bran muffins may sound healthy, but they're typically packed with so much sugar and oil that they're outrageously high in calories.
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Kosheri - A Traditional Egyptian Dish
Rice, lentils, macaroni and spicy tomato sauce combine to make Kosheri, a national Egyptian dish usually eaten in speciality restaurants that serve this dish exclusively.
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Spicy Jalapeno Bacon Recipes
Adding a few drops of flavored Tabasco or pepper sauce to your bacon at the end of the cooking process will add zip and new life to your recipes.
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Amending the United States Constitution
Although the Constitution has been amended numerous times through a lengthy process, many proposed amendments never made it beyond the House of Representatives.
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John Liddell VC
The story of Captain John Liddell, a virtually unknown RFC pilot whose devotion to duty has rarely been excelled.
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Northwest Coast Indian Tribes
When the first Europeans landed along the coastline of present-day Alaska, British Columbia and Washington, they found a thriving Native American culture.
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A Brief History of the Catholic Church
Globally, 1 of every 6 persons is a Catholic, Zenit news reports. The largest Christian church and organized religious institution is made up of 1.1 billion worshipers.
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Eve - Biblical First Woman
Eve was the first woman created in the Bible (Book of Genesis). Adam was created from dirt. Eve was created from Adam's rib, close to his heart.
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Imbolc Traditions, Symbolism and Lore
It's a time to get ready for spring's arrival. Light is noticeably overpowering darkness. Celebrate with customs of the day while the groundhog's prediction is made.
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Playing Tetris May Reduce PTSD Flashbacks
New research suggests that playing Tetris shortly after experiencing traumatic events may reduce the likelihood of experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder flashbacks.
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Stephen Hawking Biography
Brief biography of Stephen Hawking, English scientist famous for work on black holes in space and the big bang, and his bestselling book, A Brief History of Time.
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The Golden Ratio
The Golden Ratio, a Divine Proportion found in mathematics, art and biological systems, is an instrument of measurement and growth efficiency.
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What is Science within Consciousness?
Scientists are no longer denying the primacy of inner experience by insisting that matter is the ground of all being. As it turns out, it's consciousness that creates.
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Adventures on Maui
The aloha spirit is a little tarnished, but Hawaii still contains some of our best wilderness. Canyoning is relatively new there, and Maui is a good place to start.
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Memorable Valentine Vacation Getaways
From Colorado to the Caribbean to Europe, seniors find romantic tours to celebrate love. How about a jet trip around the world? Cross-country skiing? Walking Morocco?
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Rest Detail Resort Hua Hin Thailand
The "Rest Detail Resort" Hua Hin's newest beach-front resort hotel offers a level of luxury and sophistication with a solitude that is perfect for a quiet get-away break
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Scuba Diving And The Irukandji Syndrome
The Irukandji Jellyfish is a collective name for a number of different types of jellyfish whose sting creates the deadly Irukandji Syndrome. They are rare, but deadly.
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Weather Warning for Commercial Fishermen
The cold wet winter weather poses unique risks for commercial fishermen operating in these intolerant waters. Irish Water Safety offers suggestions that benefit boaters.
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Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, or HCM, is a serious condition affecting the heart of cats. Currently, there is no cure for HCM, but medication can help manage it.
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How to Grow Plants Near the Ocean
Do you live near the ocean? Lucky you! That is, until you try and plant a garden in salt-soaked soil. But your landscape can be lovely if you follow these tips.
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Window Boxes
Window boxes allow city dwellers to create miniature gardens offering a feast for the eyes and decoration for the interior and exterior of the home on a manageable level.
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Best Books for Preschoolers
Helping children with their preschool reading is tough. Boys and girls ages 3 to 5 are just learning to read - here's what to know before choosing a preschool book.
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Great Winter Stories for Preschoolers
It's easy to make reading fun for preschoolers during the blustery months. Young children will love reading these chilly, funny, and often touching winter books.
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The Kraken by Alfred Lord Tennyson
Tennyson uses myth, especially Pontoppidan's account of "the fabulous sea-monster", as inspiration to create a mesmerizing poem on this creature of the depths.
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Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward
In 1998 the Alaska SeaLife Center was founded in Seward, AK. There are different tasks, the Center has embarked on: research, rehabilitation, education and exhibits.
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All Inclusive Vacations
The choice of whether to plan an all-inclusive vacation or to buy airline, hotel, entertainment and dining separately is especially important in an uncertain economy.
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Alsatian History Told by its Towns
Some Alsatian villages hide messages about the region's history. By carefully observing the architecture and the people, visitors can glimpse into Alsace's past.
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See Paris in Just Three Days
Paris merits an extended sighseeing trip, but for travelers with limited time, the subway system provides an easy way to see as much as possible in just a few days.
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Understanding German Beer
Planning a visit to Germany to taste the beer? This cheatsheet provides visitors with the information needed to order correctly, understand their order, and enjoy.
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