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Bread and Circuses
Perhaps we have something to learn from the ancient Roman satirist, Juvenal, who referred to the apathy of the Roman citizens with the scornful remarks that they were easily satisfied with <i>Bread and Circuses</i>.
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Latin Quotations From the Satires of Juvenal
Expressions such as "rare bird," "who watches the watchers?" and "bread and circuses" come from the Satires of Juvenal, the cynical last great poet of ancient Rome.
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Star Trek's View of Religion
Over its many incarnations, Star Trek has depicted many religious systems, often critically. There is a perspective than can be discerned, that has evolved over time.
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The Hidden
A review of the late-80s B-movie classic <b>The Hidden</b>.
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Tribute to Star Trek's DeForest Kelley.
A Tribute to the great DeForest Kelley and this week's trivia question.
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Promises
Every new decade brings with it another challenge to the rights of individuals under the Constitution. It's time to ask why.
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Star Trek's Earth, Alien, & Demigod Plot Clichés
Some dramatic devices occur again and again in Star Trek. Twentieth-century Earth, aliens saving the day, and troublesome demigods are common Star Trek plot clichés.
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Frodo's Favorite: A Mushroom Primer
A description of the most popular mushroom types found in markets along with advice on preparation and usage.
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Mainstream media's war propaganda will have its consequences. Thank God.
What's happening in the media's propaganda war for invading Iraq?
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