Suite101 on Jan 13, 2009
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Third Hand Smoke and Children
Long after the smoke clears dangerous chemicals from cigarettes, known as third-hand smoke, remain on furniture, clothing, and toys and may be harmful to children.
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Is Soda the Cause of Obesity?
With the rise in soda consumption parallel with the rise in obesity, research suggests that sugary drinks may be one of the causes of obesity.
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Herb Infused Bread Dipping Oil Recipe
Bread dipping sauce is used at certain Italian-themed chain restaurants. Here are ideas & tips for making different herb and spice infused oil mixtures, to dip bread in.
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13: Fear is Real Episode Two Recap
The series premiere of 13: Fear is Real was merely reality TV with a slight twist. Episode number two succeeds in upping the shock value.
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Toutons Made by Frying Bread Dough
Even though traditional toutons will not be found on any list of healthy foods, most people who taste them agree they are a delicious, traditional Newfoundland treat.
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The Eleusinian Mysteries
What, exactly, this mystic ritual was, no one knows; but why the ancient Greeks participated in it can be understood by the testimonials of the initiated.
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An Interview With Vamp and Tramp
Fine press and artists' books dealer Vicky Stewart discusses the appeal of this art form. Both tactile and visual, books made by artists offer meaning and delight.
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How to Throw a Curve Ball in Bowling
Attempting to throw a bowling ball with a hook can be an intimidating experience for a beginner. Thankfully, there is a quick and easy method to start curving that ball.
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New Fishing Gear for 2009
Anglers have plenty of innovative offerings to consider adding to the boat or tackle box. Here is a sampling of new fishing equipment.
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How to Keep Pets Safe During the Winter
Winter can be a great time of year. However, winter can quickly become dangerous to a pet if the owner doesn't know how to keep him safe from the elements.
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How to Plan a Trip to the Holy Land
Traveling to the Holy Land is an exciting adventure. Plan your trip in order to make the most of every possible moment. Here are some tips to get you started planning.
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Places to Visit in the Holy Land
When planning a visit to the Holy Land, there are some very important historical and cultural places to include along the way. Here are some suggestions of places to see.
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Gifts For Bridesmaids
Bridesmaids make a significant investment to be a part of a wedding. Thoughtful and personal gifts for bridesmaids show appreciation for their efforts and hard work.
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Teaching Children the Law of Attraction
If children are encouraged early in life to think positive thoughts, they will have no problem applying the law of attraction to their lives when they become adults.
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Book Review of The Folklore of Discworld
Author Sir Terry Pratchett and leading British folklorist Jacqueline Simpson explore the influence of folklore on the characters, events and history of the Discworld.
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Champions League Final 2009
Europe's top soccer clubs have one major goal in mind - playing on May 27, 2009 in Rome's Stadio Olimpico, which will be hosting the UEFA Champions League final.
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Arthur Lee and Love
Arthur Lee was the driving force behind the Los Angeles psychedelic rock band 'Love', whose albums Da Capo and Forever Changes helped define the Summer of Love.
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How did Alaska's Statehood begin
After W. H. Seward purchased Alaska from the Russians in 1867 it soon was all but forgotten by Washington. It took almost a century for it to enter into statehood.
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Baracklyn Cyclones
Minor league baseball is known for some silly stunts and promotional gags. But the Brooklyn Cyclones are changing the team name for one day to honor Barack Obama.
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Ambiguity in The Lady of Shalott
The Lady of Shalott is most easily appreciated as a beautiful poem about art. However, there are other aspects which reveal complexity underneath its smooth rhyme.
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The Tamil Thaipusam Festival
Ever wonder why some Indian devotees pierce their bodies or hook objects into their flesh, apparently without pain? Witness Thaipusam, India's most spectacular festival.
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Frontosa Care and Breeding
Frontosa are one of the more desirable and expensive African cichlids because of their beautiful colors and docile personality.
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Apocalypse Now: Film Review
Francis Ford Coppola's stunning remake of Joseph Conrad's 'Heart of Darkness' is brutal, sensuous film-making, incisively poking at the heart of humanity and sanity.
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A Beginner's Guide to French Cheeses
Use these descriptions of fourteen different varieties of French cheese to begin an exploration of the 325 or more different cheeses made in that nation.
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Albuquerque's Wild West Attractions
The mountains and desert around Albuquerque provide the ideal backdrop for remembering, reenacting and experiencing the Wild West and the Native American West.
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Igloo Villages in the Alpine Mountains
Looking for a unique retreat when visiting the Alps? A night in an igloo with fondue, glühwein, and a whirlpool under the stars may be what you're looking for.
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Where to Get Away From It All in India
India is often described as an assault on the senses and peace and quiet can be hard to find. Here are some less-explored places in India to escape to.
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Cultivating the Versatile Aloe Vera Plant
The aloe vera plant is not only an elegant ornamental plant; its succulent green leaves are a source of Aloe Vera gel which has natural first aid and cosmetic properties.
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The Great Depression
The United States stock market crash of 1929 triggered a worldwide recession and a depression throughout America.
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Illinois Misdemeanor Law
While less serious than felonies, a misdemeanor arrest and guilty finding leads to criminal records with the FBI and state police.
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Heath Ledger wins at Golden Globes
Austrailian-born actor, Heath Ledger was awarded posthumously the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his role as The Joker in The Dark Knight.
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Fixing the Problems of the Bailout
The $700 billion bailout has been criticized universally for failing to solve the credit crisis in America. How will the Obama Administration address this problem?
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Finding Great Deals on Winter Ski Gear
A review of online and outdoor retail stores that offer affordable ski gear from skis, boots, poles, and bindings to base layers, goggles, jackets, and gloves.
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Non-Credit Continuing Education Classes
An overview of non-credit education courses designed for workforce development, adult enrichment, basic skills, senior education programs, lifelong learners, and more.
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The Ball Chair by Eero Aarnio
The Ball Chair - aka the Globe Chair - is Eero Aarino's design classic that's as relevant - and comfortable - today as it was when first introduced in the sixties.
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Review: On Beauty by Zadie Smith
In her novel On Beauty, Zadie Smith explores the lives of two dysfunctional families struggling with issues ranging from marital disloyalty to immigration battles.
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Why Does God Allow Bad Things to Happen?
If God is all-powerful and all-loving, why are there tornadoes, earthquakes, tragedies? Why does God allow bad things to happen, even to seemingly good people?
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Facts About Chocolate
Chocolate is America's favorite flavor, but how much do you know about the delectable delight?
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Lord Stow's Egg Tarts
There are egg tarts and then there's Lord Stow's egg tarts made in Macau with a nod to Asia and Europe in every single bite.
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Movie Stars to TV Stars
In show business, movie stars are considered the elite, and not many who make it on the big screen are cut out for the weekly grind of a TV series.
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Southwestern Chicken Cordon Bleu
The most popular item on the Broken Arrow Restaurant menu, this twist on the classic recipe
gets its considerable kick from Smoky Raspberry Chipotle Sauce.
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Chippendales Dancer Karl Stevens
Few people know the exact day that their destiny was revealed. Fewer yet can see that moment on video.
Karl Stevens is one of those fortunate few.
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F&SF February 2009 Reviewed
New fiction from World Fantasy Award winner Fred Chappell, Charles Coleman Finlay, Mario Milosevic and Eugene Mirabelli, and a classic Nebula winning Jack Cady reprint.
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Interview With Novelist Robin D Owens
Award-winning romance writer Robin D. Owens talks about how she writes, including getting her first novel published through a writer's contest and tips for writers.
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The Original Bordeaux Canelé
A cannele cake or canelé (meaning fluted) as they are called in France is a small fluted cake with a crisp caramelised exterior and a soft sweet rum and vanilla centre
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How To Write A Screenplay
Interview with Ray Griggs, Screenwriter and Director of the new movie Super Capers, starring Tom Sizemore, Adam West, and Clint Howard.
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How To Direct Actors
Director of the new movie Super Capers starring Tom Sizemore, Adam West, and Clint Howard shares advice on directing actors.
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Manga-Based Nana 2005
Based on the manga, this 2005 film needs no prior knowledge of the story. Two girls with very different stories become close friends and roommates.
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How to Pay for Gaming
Gaming is fun, but it can also get expensive. Many gamers are looking for ways to pay for gaming -- ideas to save money on games or make extra cash for gaming.
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Zuny Collectibles
Zuny is one of the latest and coolest collectible figurines. Come explore the world of Zuny and find out how you can get an adorable animal friend of your own.
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Tree Medicine and Magic - The Walnut
Once believed to be a vessel of evil, the walnut tree has long been associated with witchcraft and healing. It is now used for fertility magic and smooth transitions.
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Action and Adventure Online Gaming
Online action and adventure gaming are hugely popular. Smart gamers understand, however, it's not all fun and games. They must be attentive to cost, security, and more.
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Ouachita Mountain Biological Station
Nestled in the Ouachita National Forest in southern Arkansas, near Mena yet far enough to feel in the middle of nowhere, lies the Ouachita Mountain Biological Station.
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Cancer of the Pancreas
Treatment for pancreatic cancer hasn't changed much in the last two decades. Chances of survival haven't improved much, either.
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Going Green In Your Home
With the recent campaign toward green living, many companies have decided to jump on board and make their own version of an environmentally-friendly cleaning product.
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Mauricio "Shogun" Rua
Mauricio Shogun Rua makes his comes back to the octagon at UFC 93, where he will meet Mark Coleman for the second time. Get reacquainted with the man they call Shogun.
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Best Sales on Yoga/Active Wear
Department stores, sporting goods retailers and even lingerie shops are selling yoga clothes. And the mark downs are rock-bottom.
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Choosing the Right Pillow
When a pillow doesn't keep one's head aligned with the spine, neck pain or muscle cramps and tension results. Buying a pillow doesn't have to be a stab in the dark.
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2009 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Motor sport fans travel in their thousands to Goodwood each July for a festival celebrating Formula 1, sports cars, rallying, NASCAR, motorcycling and much more.
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Pancreatic Cancer May Have a New Foe
Scientists really don't know what causes the often fatal disease, but researchers at the Mayo Clinic think they are getting closer to a potential cure.
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Understand the Staff Better
Understanding why people behave the way they do can help managers and supervisors be more effective in the workplace.
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Choosing a Wedding Reception Venue
Every wedding reception venue has their own way of running their business. Staying organized and being prepared with questions makes comparing reception sites easy.
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Can't Find Home-based Jobs?
Some home-based job listings fail to provide real work, and sometimes the market seems to slump. Learn how to advertise for self employment, and create opportunity.
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What is a Carbon Credit
Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a valuable commodity on the open market. Emission reductions can be turned into cash if you know how to make a carbon credit.
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Catholic Holy Days of Obligation
Catholic parishioners are called to Mass and prayer on 10 key feast days and Sundays, collectively known as the Holy Days of Obligation.
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Cookie Wedding Favors
Edible wedding favors are fun for guests and affordable for brides and grooms. Wedding-themed cookies, whether homemade or gourmet, are a great wedding favor option.
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Easy Training with Dog Psychology
Dog training means more than teaching your puppy cute tricks. Proper training isn't showy tricks; it's about giving your dog confidence in you as pack leader.
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Injury Prevention for Runners
Running is a great way to stay physically fit. But along with the benefits come some risks of injuries. Here are some ways to avoid those injuires.
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Martial Law in Poland
Martial law was declared in Poland in 1981 by Prime Minister Jaruzelski in order to squash the powerful Solidarity movement and stave off economic decline.
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Battle of Actium September 2, 31 BCE
Though the Battle of Cynocephalae in 197 BCE is often cited as the birth of the Roman Empire, the equally famous Battle of Actium is a better candidate.
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Native American Marriage Traditions
Many Native American Indian tribes have traditions associated with love and the act of marriage; traditions include love potions and the symbolism of nature's union.
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Responses to the Global Financial Crisis
In September 2008, the financial world fell in chaos. Banks were closed and businesses lost billions on the stock markets. But how did the world react to the downturn?
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Honoring the Birth Mother
Adoption can be a difficult choice to make, but honest communication can make the experience positive and healthy for everyone.
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Company Roles and Responsibilities
It is imperative that organizations in today's economy run smoothly. By defining roles and responsibilities, small businesses can become more successful.
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Artist August Macke
Though his career was cut short by World War I, August Macke nonetheless left behind many beautiful and richly colored Expressionist works.
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How to Bake What Michelle Obama Bakes
What does our new first lady like to bake? Will she get a chance in the next 4-8 years? Or will she simply give the recipes to the White House kitchen staff?
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Healthy Children with Chinese Medicine
Some Acupuncturists specialize in treating infants, children and teenagers. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbals can be very effective for treating childhood ailments.
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Democracy in Ancient Athens
The democracy that Athens became famous for began in 451 B.C.E when Pericles convinced the Athenians to limit citizenship to only those that could prove that both parents
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Against Doctor's Orders
Doctors are more readily prescribing SSRIs and tranquilizers to help anxiety, but where do patients turn when they desire a more natural way to calm the nervous system?
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Singer Vince Vance and His Southern Music
There are lots of holiday songs, but this tune has remained the "most requested christmas song" for over 20 years. Its Rock and Roll Hall of Fame writer sings up a storm.
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Exercise, Women and Society
Women and men have different objectives and need different workouts to achieve optimal physical and mental health, researchers say.
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Character Naming Resources
Naming a character is a big deal. Some compare it to naming a new baby. Can the resources out there help you choose the right character name?
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Bicester Village - Pros and Cons
Shopping at Bicester Village is more than a search for discount designer clothes, it can be a family day out. Fashionable clothes are available at up to 60% off RRP.
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Cancer Love and Friendship
Cancers tend to be kindhearted, intuitive, and supportive, offering reliability, stability, and comfort to lovers and friends.
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Understanding Winter Weather Warnings
The National Weather Service in the United States and Environment Canada both use terms in their forecasts to alert the public to hazardous winter weather.
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Googling For Fun
Google™ is more than just a mighty computer search engine and a juggernaut of information. It's a source of free fun.
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Romantic Resorts on California's Coast
Try a romantic escape to a luxurious destination spa resort. Learn massage techniques to take home with you. Have a body coffee wrap, or a cinnamon sugar scrub.
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How to Brush a Dog's Teeth
Brushing your dog's teeth is a great way to prevent bad breath in dogs, plaque and tartar build-up, tooth abscesses, and gingivitis or gum disease in dogs.
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Flower Design Ideas For Bridal Hair
Flowers have been worn in bridal hair designs for centuries; today's bride can choose from a number of different flowers and ideas to complement wedding day hair.
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Where to Find Discount Ladies Shoes
Buying discount ladies shoes is addictive, although finding quality, cheap women's shoes can also prove elusive. Save money at these great sources of ladies footwear.
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Tess of the D'Urbervilles Review
The casting, acting, and writing leave much to be desired in this second BBC adaptation of Tess of the D'Urbervilles, making one wonder if the network is losing it's edge
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Analysis of Amy Lowell's A Decade
"A Decade", by Amy Lowell, is a poem of sustained love penned in 1919. This analysis focuses on the meaning of the phrases used and the feelings evoked by this poem.
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Director Gus Van Sant's Milk
Milk is notable largely for all the performances, but it is nevertheless a very engaging, heartbreaking true story.
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Harlequin Ducks
Are their numbers in decline as their habitat is disappearing?
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What Are The Five Gifts of Hathor?
The Goddess Hathor bestowed many blessings; remembering at least five of them at all times kept at bay the `gateway sin' of ingratitude.
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Sergei Lukyanenko's Night Watch Reviewed
A review of Night Watch by Sergei Lukyanenko, a harsh, Cold War inspired dystopian fantasy who's worldwide success has been marked by film adaptations and book sequels.
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Men's Facial Scars Increase Attractiveness
Women are attracted to men with facial scars (such as Brad Pitt!). Here's why they find scars appealing, plus a list of traits women want in potential dating partners.
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Sources for Raw Food Recipes
There's a wealth of raw food recipes on the Internet helping people eat a raw food diet and making changing to a raw food diet easier than ever.
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Sure-Fire Spiritual Growth Exercises
People want happiness and inner peace. For many such seekers, there is an awareness that such joy and fulfillment can only be found through spiritual growth.
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Tips for Starting a Marketing Blog
Looking for good ideas and tips to get the company blog started? Tips for integrating the 4Ps of blogging into the new experience are detailed below.
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Newcastle United 1 Liverpool 5
Liverpool achieved perhaps the most significant win of an increasingly convincing campaign by thrashing Newcastle on their own ground without some of their biggest names.
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Avoiding the Winter Blues
When the holidays are over, the winter days and nights may start to feel endless and unforgiving. Here are some ideas for dealing with winter "blahs."
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