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San Diego Youth Services' Steps for Success
On October 31, 2009, the Community Youth Development Board of San Diego Youth Services will host its first annual 5K scholarship fundraiser to benefit at-risk youth.
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The Breast Cancer 3-Day
The Breast Cancer 3-Day takes place in several US cities and raises money for Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the National Philanthrophic Trust Breast Cancer Fund.
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Timed Writing Strategies for English Teachers
Teachers can reduce the anxiety associated with timed writing by teaching students several strategies that will equip them with the skills to succeed under pressure.
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Special Exhibit at the San Diego Museum of Art
The San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) is a popular tourist attraction that features a variety of special exhibits throughout the year.
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Haunted Halloween Activities in San Diego
Each year, San Diego boasts a trio of haunted sites that attract hundreds of Halloween thrill seekers.
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Hodad's Burgers in Ocean Beach, California
During the dinner rush, a long line often forms outside of Hodad's burger joint in the Ocean Beach suburb of San Diego.
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The L Word Interrogation Tape of Bette Porter
Never one to beat around the bush, Sergeant Duffy begins the tape with a bang by asking Bette if she considers herself to be arrogant.
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The L Word Interrogation Tape of Alice Pieszecki
In this interrogation tape, Alice takes on the topics of sexual orientation and social connection, and she does it all with a nervous and self-conscious affect.
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The L Word Interrogation Tape of Max Sweeney
Max's interrogation tape is just one in a series of webisodes that was released by Showtime in the wake of the final season of The L Word.
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National Coming Out Day
National Coming Out Day is an international celebration that encourages lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people to speak openly about their identity.
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The 40th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots
In the early morning hours of June 28, 1969, the NYPD's First Division of Public Morals conducted a raid on a gay bar in Greenwich Village, known as the Stonewall Inn.
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Five Practical Steps for Becoming a Teacher
These days, it requires a lot of hard work to meet the requirements needed to become a teacher. This guide will outline five important steps to keep in mind.
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The 2009 US Open Sandcastle Competition
Each year in Imperial Beach, California, teams of sandcastle carvers and thousands of spectators flock to the beach for the US Open Sandcastle Competition.
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2009 San Diego LGBT Pride Festival
On July 18 and 19, join 50,000 San Diegans and tourists for the annual Pride Festival which honors diversity and celebrates the LGBT community at large.
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2009 San Diego LGBT Pride Parade
Boasting the fifth largest Pride celebration in the nation, San Diego is expecting at least 160,000 spectators and participants to partake in this year's events.
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30th Annual Ocean Beach Street Fair
Each year, in late June, thousands of people gather in Ocean Beach, California for the widely-known Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off.
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The Big Bran Hypothesis
It's time for another favor, and this one involves heavy-lifting. Leonard, the "descendant of Archimedes," and Sheldon, the faithful sidekick, come to the rescue again.
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The Big Bang Theory Pilot Episode
In the pilot episode of The Big Bang Theory, the audience is introduced to Leonard and Sheldon, two nerdy, yet loveable physicists with some social setbacks to overcome.
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Top Five Taco Shops in Chula Vista, California
Located just eight miles from the international border between the United States and Mexico, Chula Vista, California has cornered the market on Mexican food.
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147 US National Park Service Sites Waive Fees
Ken Salazar, the US Secretary of the Interior, announced on June 2, 2009 that the National Park Service will offer three admission-free weekends this coming summer.
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The Think Before You Speak Campaign
In school environments where teens regularly hear slurs such as "faggot," "dyke," and the phrase "that's so gay," one campaign is standing up to intolerant speech.
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The L Word Interrogation Tape of Niki Stevens
Niki Stevens' interrogation tape is the fourth installment in a series of webisodes that are being released by Showtime as a follow-up to the finale of The L Word.
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The L Word Interrogation Tape of Helena Peabody
Helena's interrogation tape, the third in a series of webisodes that are being revealed weekly on Showtime's website, provides some much-needed comic relief.
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San Diego Indie Music Fest V
The San Diego Indie Music Festival is an all-out celebration of creativity, artisanship, and the act of breaking the corporate mold.
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L Word Interrogation Tape of Shane McCutcheon
Shane's interrogation tape, the second in a series of webisodes to be released on The L Word site, is the next piece in the puzzle to deciphering a convoluted finale.
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The L Word Series Finale
The series finale of The L Word, which aired on March 8, 2009, brought the ground-breaking drama to a close.
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The L Word Interrogation Tapes
Now that The L Word has officially ended, interrogation tapes that may finally answer the question of who killed Jenny Schecter are making their way onto the internet.
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Wife of Zimbabwean Prime Minister Dies
Susan Tsvangirai, the beloved and highly respected wife of Zimbabwean Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, was killed in a car accident on March 6, 2009.
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ICC Issues Warrant for Omar Hassan al-Bashir
In a historic act, the International Criminal Court (ICC) at the Hague issued an arrest warrant for Omar Hassan al-Bashir, the President of Sudan, on March 4, 2009.
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Barack Obama's Inaugural Address
Barack Obama's inaugural address reflected on the challenges that the nation faces while at the same time reinforcing the theme of his campaign: hope.
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CHF International Assists Women in Darfur
The conflict in Darfur continues to rage. Well over 300,000 people have been killed and 2.5 million have been displaced. And, women are at particular risk of injury.
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Barack Obama's Historic Inauguration
At Barack Obama's historic inauguration on January 20, 2009, he will be sworn-in on the West Front of the US Capitol, facing both the Washington and Lincoln Memorials.
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Ellen Wittlinger's Young Adult Novel Hard Love
Hard Love is a novel about trust: telling the truth, telling lies, naming and being named. But most importantly, it's about deciding when to escape and when not to.
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February is Museum Month in San Diego
Each February since 1989, the San Diego Museum Council has sponsored "Museum Month" to heighten awareness of the cultural and educational treasures that the city holds.
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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Christmas is right around the corner and, this year, Clark Griswold has taken it upon himself to lay the groundwork for a truly memorable family holiday.
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The Take Wing Transitional Living Program
Operated by San Diego Youth Services (SDYS), Take Wing fosters independence and maturity while helping youth to develop valuable independent living skills.
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Send Warm Wishes with Eco-Friendly Edible Cards
As concerns over global warming abound and "being green" is becoming a more popular motto, some companies are putting their money where their mouth is with edible cards.
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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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Gather 'Round as President Bush Pardons a Turkey
Each November since 1989, two turkeys have been granted presidential pardons. This pardon, with a somewhat mysterious history, keeps two turkeys off the chopping block.
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The US President Grants a Pardon to a Turkey?
Thanksgiving is a time to show our gratitude for the blessings in our lives. And each year, there are two lucky turkeys that also have a lot to be thankful for.
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The Annual Viking Festival in Vista, California
Each year, the Norwegian Fish Club Odin and the Sons of Norway Lodge No. 60 host the Viking Festival in Vista, California.
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California's Proposition 8 and Internet Activism
In 2008, both the supporters and opponents of California's Proposition 8 are making solid use of YouTube, showing the impact of the internet on key voting issues.
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California's Proposition 8
In a heated contest, those on both sides of the debate over gay marriage are racing to the November 4, 2008 election.
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Guide to Effectively Using a Fire Extinguisher
Determining whether or not to fight a fire is a decision that must be made quickly. Knowing what factors to take into consideration can help speed up the process.
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Types of Fires and Fire Extinguishers
When a fire breaks out, it's important to think on your feet. But, it's even more important to know what type of fire you're fighting and what you can do about it.
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2008 AIDS Walk San Diego
2008 will mark the 19th annual AIDS Walk in San Diego. AIDS Walk, which is held in a number of US cities, helps to raise awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS related causes.
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The Trailblazing Life of Del Martin
Activist. Pioneer. Wife. Mother. Lesbian. Woman. These are just a few of the words used to describe Del Martin.
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The Moon Festival and Its Moon Cakes
The Moon Festival is celebrated across Eastern Asia, though the most well-known celebration, at least in the Western world, seems to be that of the Chinese.
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The Chinese Moon Festival
On the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month, the Chinese celebrate the Moon Festival.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Effects
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects the reproductive health of many women and can also pose complications to their overall health and well-being.
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2008 San Diego LGBT Pride Festival
On July 19 and 20, join local San Diegans and tourists for the annual Pride Festival which honors diversity and celebrates the LGBT community at large.
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2008 San Diego LGBT Pride Parade
Boasting the fifth largest Pride celebration in the nation, San Diego is expecting at least 150,000 spectators and participants to partake in this year's events.
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Mark Goffeney's Talented Toes Rock in San Diego
In San Diego's Balboa Park, Mark Goffeney is an eye-catching performer. Hardly anyone passes by without slowing down to watch as he plays the guitar...with his feet.
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Machu Picchu and the Inca Legacy
Disputes over cultural treasures are not a new phenomenon, but the fight between Yale University and the Government of Peru has created a firestorm in recent months.
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Movie Review: Juno
Written by Diablo Cody and directed by Jason Reitman, this film about an unexpected pregnancy will speak to anyone who has felt like a stranger in his or her own skin.
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Ocean Beach, California
Every year in June, thousands of beach-goers, chili cooks, and free-spirited individuals converge in Ocean Beach, CA for the OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off Festival.
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A Road Trip in the Southwestern US
If driving through the southwestern United States during the peak of summer doesn't make you an expert on what to expect from a road trip, nothing will.
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Fall Down to Fly by Amy Steinberg
Amy Steinberg's album "Fall Down to Fly" is a unique mix of lyrical material and vocal styling that blurs the lines of genre and offers an anthem for just about everyone.
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The American Anti-Slavery Group
The American Anti-Slavery Group is a human rights organization dedicated to educating the public about modern-day slavery and working toward the goal of abolition.
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Observing World Malaria Day
Malaria affects millions of people each year. This article addresses the effort to raise awareness and to help eradicate malaria through a day of action on April 25th.
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