Articles written by Stephanie Cox
All 129 articles written by Stephanie Cox
Joss Whedon on Glee, Wil Wheaton on Big Bang: Whedon, Wheaton Bring Nerd Cred to Fall TV Shows
Category: Prime Time TV (general)
Geek fave Joss Whedon agrees to direct an upcoming episode Glee on the same week that Star Trek: The Next Generation's Wil Wheaton guest stars on Big Bang Theory. more...
Category: Hiking & Trails
At just 65 miles west of Portland, Saddle Mountain is a fun Oregon hike, suitable for both the avid outdoor adventurer as well as the inexperienced urbanite. more...
How To Crab Fish: Tips and Tricks: Different Traps, Bait and General Crabbing Techniques
Category: Saltwater Fishing
Crabbing or crab fishing is a unique sport involving the use of either crab pot or ring. more...
Unique Outdoor Destinations in Oregon: Unusual Natural Phenomena for Pacific Northwest Visitors
Category: Kid-Friendly Travel Destinations
If Multnomah Falls, Mt. St. Helens, and the Columbia Gorge have no more appeal then check out the Lake Creek Rock Slides, Crack in the Ground, and the Vortex of Oregon. more...
Beginner's Guide to Reading Comics: How to Start a Graphic Novel Hobby and Stay Interested
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Don't be intimidated by half a century of back stories-it's easier than you think to start a comic book hobby for the first time. more...
XBox 360 Games vs PlayStation 3 Games: Console Video Games: Ratings, Exclusives and Online
Category: Video & Online Games (general)
When deciding whether to buy an XBox 360 or a PlayStation 3 console, it's critical to figure out which system has a more desirable game catalog and online marketplace. more...
Watchmen' Lawsuit Threatens Movie Release: Studio War Over Alan Moore Comic Book Film Adaptation
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
The Watchmen movie trailer premiered at ComicCon in San Diego last July, instantly igniting fan fervor. Why haven't we seen more advertising for this film? more...
Top 5 Comic Book Video Games: Best Adaptations for Xbox 360, PS3, Wii
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
For just about every major comic book-related movie the industry grinds out a video game. Which ones are actually worth the money for a next-gen console? more...
Classic Graphic Novel Christmas Gift Ideas: Presents for Comic Book Fans and Collectors
Category: Classic Comics
Every once in while, a truly great story arch comes along in the comic book world. These stories, collected into graphic novels, make great gifts for comic books fans. more...
Twilight Movie Filmed in Portland, Oregon: Stephenie Meyer's Bestseller Shot in Pacific Northwest
Category: Film/TV Industry (general)
Catherine Hardwicke's big screen adaptation of Twilight, starring Kristen Stewart and teen heart-throb Robert Pattinson, was filmed around Portland, Oregon. more...
Category: Technical/Business Writing (general)
Clear office communication is easily hampered when office workers ignore a few simple techniques. more...
How to Display Comic Books in Your Home: Frames, Plexiglass, and Binders Show off Valuable Issues
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Rather than storing comic books away where no one will see them, why not display them prominently for friends and visitors to admire? more...
Category: Science/Tech Books (general)
Author and famed theoretical physicist Dr. Brian Greene aimed at creating a more accessible book with his latest: Icarus at the Edge of Time. more...
Holidays: Great Time Find HDTV Deals: Compare Best Size, Resolution, Refresh Rate, and Viewing Angle
Category: TV
With the holiday season upon us, consumers are eyeing big screen HDTVs. It's important to compare features such as resolution to get the best deal. more...
Obama, McCain Get Comic Book Biographies: IDW Releases “Presidential Material” Via Atomic Comics
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Publishers at Idea Works & Design have just released biographies of John McCain and Barack Obama in comic book form. more...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Comic Books offer many eerie and macabre themes ideal for scaring kids and friends during Halloween. more...
Observing Tips for New Telescope Owners: What, When, Where and How for Star Parties
Category: Stargazing
While purchasing a telescope for the first time is exciting, that excitement can soon fade when faced with the daunting task of how, when, and where to use it. more...
Daimler Chrysler's Fuel-Efficient Smart ForTwo: The Smart ForTwo Coupe's MPG, Cost, Features
Category: Small/Mid-size Vehicles
Daimler Chrysler's Smart car investment is finally paying off. The initial slow seller hits its stride in an ever-fuel conscious economy. more...
GM's Volt: Electric Car Rivals Hybrid Prius: Chevrolet Join Toyota, Honda in Gas-Sipper Auto Market
Category: Car Care/Ownership (general)
Not to be outdone by their foreign competitors and current market leaders, car makers at General Motors unveiled plans for an electric car, the aptly named Volt. more...
Use a TV Tuner to Make Any PC a TiVo for Free: Record TV on a Home Computer, Watch it On XBox
Category: PC Hardware
Computer users are discovering the easy (and legal!) way to watch and record TV on their home computers without a monthly fee: TV Tuners. more...
Marvel Comics Ultimate Universe: The Ultimates: Super Heroes Get New Origins and Continuity
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Now in its third "season," the Ultimates are Marvel Comics best-selling Ultimate Universe spin-off. The Ultimates are made of Thor, Hulk, Capt America, Wasp and Giant Man more...
Strawberries: Cultivation Today and in History: California Leads Growing Industry
Category: Food Facts
The strawberry's scientific name is fragraria and it belongs to the rose family, along with apples and pears. It is not technically a berry. more...
Poems of the Renaissance: Petrarch and Matraini: Analysis of I am a Wild Deer and CCIX
Category: Poetry (general)
Francis Petrarch and Chiara Matraini were among numerous Renaissance poets throughout Europe. more...
True to Science Sci-Fi: Pocket Universes: How Gregory Benford Integrates Real Physics into 'Cosm'
Category: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)
Many science fiction novels use the idea of a separate and magical pocket universes. more...
Category: W European History (general)
Francis Petrarch and Pico Mirandola, Fathers of the Renaissance, based their conclusions on writings of ancient greek and roman philosophers. more...
Category: Human Testing
The 1971 Stanford Prison Experiment was designed by psychologists to study the effect of deindividuation during a power struggle. The results shocked investigators. more...
Category: Alien/Space Fiction
Analyzing a planet's weather also is in large part analyzing its identity, yet is often ignored in settings for space-related science fiction novels. more...
Mesothelioma Cancer and Asbestos: Diagnosis, Definition, Treatments, and Legal Issues
Category: Cancer
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer largely linked to asbestos exposure. more...
Category: Anthropology (general)
An Oregonian from 9,000 years ago would have dark skin and dark brown eyes. His hair would be almost black and very coarse. more...
Reading Comics on Apple's iPhone 3G: Apps Allow Users to Download and View Comics
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
For tech geeks just the idea of the iPhone is amazing. Add the ability to download comic books through such Apps as Comic Zeal and iVerse and it's all out nerd-vana. more...
Guide to Puppy's First Week Home: Supplies, Toys, and Food Every Dog Needs
Category: Dog Care
The key to successfully raising a happy, healthy dog with as few battles scars as possible is preparation. Keep extra toys, medical supplies and training items on hand. more...
How To Crate Train Your Puppy: Tips for Getting Your Dog to Embrace the Crate
Category: Dog Training
Crate-training is becoming the new miracle tool for puppy owners. Great for house-training, anxiety-reducing and all-round chaos-lessening, crates are key for happy dogs. more...
Tips for Picking a Puppy Breed: What Dog is Best for New Owners?
Category: Dogs (general)
Matching a puppy breed with a personality type takes a little research and insight. What characteristics of a dog breed are best suited for a new owner or an owner? more...
Tips for Starting a Tutoring Business: How to be Self-Employed by Teaching What You Love
Category: Self-Employment (general)
Going into business for yourself as a tutor can be a rewarding experience, whether you are looking to pick up a few dollars on the side or fully become your own boss. more...
Educational Comic Books for the Classroom: How To Teach Young Kids with Graphic Novels
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Not all comic books include graphic explosions and scantily clad women. Several educational comic books exist to mix learning with fun. more...
Emma Frost: The White Queen: The X-Men's Telepathic Blonde: Origins, Powers, Graphic Novels
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Emma Frost, also known as the White Queen from her Hellfire Days, first aided in tormenting Professor's X's X-Men before becoming an X-Men leader and Cyclops' girlfriend. more...
Renaissance Mystery: Masaccio Paintings: Scholar Douglas Preston Explores “The Madonna Puzzle”
Category: Renaissance Art
Italian Renaissance artist Masaccio (1401-1428) had a profound influence on Quattrocento Italian Renaissance painting. more...
How to Organize A Comic Book Collection: Tips and Software for Comic Book Storage
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Even if you're new to comic book reading, you know how quickly those books stack up. more...
Taoism and the Yin Yang: Importance of Balance and Harmony
Category: Taoist Beliefs
The Yin Yang is perhaps the equivalent of Christianity's Cross in important symbolism to Taoism. more...
Sourcing Comic Book Information Online: How to Use the Internet to Buy and Read Comic Books
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Comic books are a joy to read, collect, and discuss. The world wide web is the ultimate companion to your collection. more...
World War Hulk Conclusion: Iron Man, Sentry Take Down Hulk
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
World War Hulk sets up an epic battle between Hulk and Iron Man, Dr. Strange, Mr Fantastic, and Black Bolt. Hulk is bent on revenge and when Hulk's mad....everyone pays. more...
Synopsis of Marvel Comics's Civil War Storyline: Summary of Iron Man versus Captain America
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Marvel comics took a step away from traditional super hero storylines with a massive battle of ideals waged amongst the super heroes themselves in their Civil War story. more...
X-Men's Rogue: Southern Belle: Origins, Powers, and Boyfriend X-Men Gambit
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
The X-Men's Rogue is a southern sweetheart meets powerful mutant. Converted from Brotherhood of Evil Mutant menace to X-Men good guy, Rogue is a unique Marvel treat. more...
Category: Renaissance Art
In 1533 artisan Hans Holbein painted The Ambassadors, a portrait of Jean de Dinteville and Georges de Selves of Henry VIII's court. more...
Marvel and DC Comic Book Movies: X-Men, Spider-Man, Batman Films Are Box Office Hits
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
The movie store is looking a lot like the comic book shop nowadays. With cash cows such as Iron Man and X-Men, newly formed Marvel Studios has its work cut out. more...
X-Men's Villainous Master of Magnetism: Magneto: Marvel Comics' X-Men Arch Nemesis
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Marvel comics' super-villain Erik Magnus Lehnsherr, better known as Magneto, terrorizes the X-Men universe as the philosophical counterpoint to Professor Charles Xavier. more...
Rocheworld by Robert L. Forward: Teaching Science Through Science Fiction
Category: Alien/Space Fiction
In the novel Rocheworld, Robert L. Forward defies the standards by creating a science fiction book with motion based on real science. more...
Goldendoodles: The Golden Retriever Poodle Mix: Types, Traits, Characteristics, Common Problems
Category: Dog Breeds
Goldendoodles are the result of breeding a purebred poodle with a purebred golden retriever. The mix of parent traits creates a unique blend of dog characteristics. more...
Batman's Archnemesis: The Joker: The Tormented DC Comics Villain
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Batman's ultra-insane arch nemesis known as the Joker has white skin, green hair, red lips and possesses a murderously twisted sense of humor. more...
Category: Renaissance Art
The Late Medieval period in Florence, Italy spawned numerous paintings of Crucifixes. In the Renaissance, the style of crucifixes evolved with changing ideals. more...
Personal Budget Keys and Pitfalls: Figuring Out Your Finances
Category: Personal Budget Creation
In uncertain times such as an economic recession, it is especially important to watch where the dollars are going in a personal budget. more...
Category: Drama DVD Reviews
In a time when special effects are a bigger priority for movie producers than writing and acting, Bamboozled stands out as a welcome cerebral rental. more...
Pulp Fiction: Mix of Pop Culture References: Cinematic References in Quentin Tarantino's Masterpiece
Category: Independent Films (general)
Think of hip, adventurous directors, and Quentin Tarantino always makes the list. His unique style is a mix of cinematic references and Tarantino's own special touch. more...
Raphael's School of Athens Painting: Italian Artist's Work Paints a Portrait of the Renaissance
Category: Renaissance Art
Renaissance painter Raphael Santi (1483-1530) meticulously crafted a 770 cm fresco over the years 1509 to 1510 and titled it "The School of Athens." more...
Merchant of Venice Movie Review: Differences Between the 2004 Film and Shakespeare's Play
Category: Shakespeare Comedies
Michael Radford's Merchant of Venice (2004) is the most recent feature film adaptation of the Shakespeare play. Read on for important differences between play and movie. more...
Online Safety Tips for Teens: Protecting Young Adults from Internet Predators
Category: Internet Security
Teens are the most victimized age group for internet sexual predators. Read on for tips on protecting your family from unwanted advances. more...
Early Thinkers' Ideas on Justice in Politics: Philophers' Ponder Justice and Society
Category: Political Philosophy
Martin Luther King, Jr, Rousseau, Hobbes, Plato. Different philosophy, same subject. Who is right? more...
Larry Niven's Ringworld: Facts and Flaws
Category: Alien/Space Fiction
Larry Niven's 1970 Nebula and Huge award-winning classic sci-fi novel Ringworld is a briliant feat of the imagination. Read on to examine what is true and false. more...
Climate Change Basics: Greenhouse Effect, Global Warming Potential Trace Gases
Category: Climate Change
With all this talk about climate change and global warming, it's important to understand the key scientific concepts behing GWP and the Greenhouse Effect. more...
What is Biogeography? Careers and Academia: Predicting the Effects of Climate Change
Category: Biogeography
In an increasingly specialised world, biogeography is the natural result of the need to study the effects geography has on a biology and biodiversity. more...
Becoming a Librarian: Earn a Master's in Library Information Science (MLIS) Degree
Category: Changing Careers
Economic recessions often lead people to reevaluate their career ambitions and consider new opportunities. Is an MLIS right for you? more...
Dava Sobel's "Galileo's Daughter": Longitude Author Pens Book on Galileo's Life, Family, Work
Category: History Books
Through surviving letters of Suor Maria Celeste Galilei, Dava Sobel weaves a tale of life in renaissance Florence as an impoverished nun and daughter of Galileo Galilei more...
Sea Level Rise Signals Global Warming: Coasts, Ecology, Environments Threatened
Category: Climate Change
A major concern of global warming is sea level rise. New satellite data proposes that the sea level is expanding much faster than previously thought. more...
Galactic Mergers in the Universe: Milky Way and Andromeda
Category: Deep Space Astronomy
Though it's a hefty two billion years away, the future event that has astronomers buzzing is the expected galactic merger of the Milky Way and the spiral Andromeda Galaxy more...
Problems with Drug Resistance Education: DARE Programs Ineffective at Stopping Teen Drug Use
Category: War on Drugs
Some tout education program flaws as reason for an increase in teen drug use, but new studies lay blame on undeveloped impulse control and lack of parental supervision. more...
Beach Backpacking in Olympic National Park: Hiking Third Beach to Hoh River in Washington State
Category: Hiking & Trails
This amazing 14 mile hike provides fantastic beach views, cliffside challenges and plenty of adventure for the most daring of backpackers. more...
Category: Saltwater Fishing
Crabbing can be a fun, easy going hobby for any Oregonian if a few simple rules are followed. more...
Free Day Use In Oregon State Parks: No Fees for Camping, Hiking, and Fishing
Category: Kid-Friendly Travel Destinations
As part of a celebration for Oregon's 150th Anniversary, the state is offering free day use and one-night camping in all State Parks on Saturday, June 6, 2009. more...
Category: Classic Comics
Marvel Comics Ultimate Spider-Man stands out as a shiny gem amongst other graphic novels. more...
Category: Video & Online Games (general)
When it comes down to price and playability, Microsoft's XBox 360 is the better console over Sony's PlayStation 3. more...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
DC, Marvel and Images fans alike who are thirsty for new ways to experience their favorite comic book series can revel in new 'motion comics.' more...
Wolverine Movie Trailer Promises Thrills: X-Men Origins Film Excites Comics Fans
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
X-Men Origins: Wolverine, starring original Wolverine actor Hugh Jackman, looks poised for a massive box office haul in 2009. What characters are in the new X-Men film? more...
Rock Band 2 vs Guitar Hero: World Tour: Compare Game Play, Instruments, Song Lists
Category: Music Video Games
It's the classic dilemma. Two competing formats-which is better? Rock Band or Guitar Hero? Here's a brief comparison of game play, songs and instruments. more...
Christmas Gift Ideas for Comic Book Readers: What to Buy Graphic Novel Collectors for the Holidays
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Wondering what gift to get someone who clearly enjoys comic books? Here are several present ideas that will leave them delighted. more...
Category: Cell Phones
Not to be outdone by Apple and Google, Verizon's design firm Research In Motion has released the BlackBerry Storm, the latest in its beloved BlackBerry series. more...
Category: Employee/Management Relations
Memo-writing is very important for the clearest possible office communication. more...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Taking place in Uncanny X-Men #469-474, the "Deadly Genesis" Limited Series immediately follows the destruction caused from the Marvel Comics' "House of M" storyline. more...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
The comic book industry's recent surge in popularity, thanks to wildly popular movies and increasingly explosive storylines, have opened the door for artists and writers. more...
T-Mobile's G1 Android Smart Phone: Google Technology to Rival Apple's iPhone, BlackBerry Storm
Category: Cell Phones
With a web browser, add-on capabilities, and a large touch-screen T-Mobiles's G1 cell phone, based on Google technology, has similarities and differences from the iPhone. more...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
DC and Marvel Comics, 2 leaders in the sequential art industry, each have a unique history and bring different strengths to the graphic novel/comic book market. more...
Category: Stargazing
It doesn't take thousands of dollars of astronomy equipment to enjoy the night sky. For much less, any new telescope owner can have everything needed for the best night. more...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Why go with just another boring superhero costume this year? Grab your boyfriend or girlfriend and dress up as your favorite comic book duo together instead. more...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Stephen Colbert of The Colbert Report (Comedy Central, 11:30pm) teams up with Spidey in Amazing Spider-Man #573 as a presidential candidate. more...
X-Men Origin Comics: One Shots: New Look for Beast, Jean Grey, Colossus Beginnings
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Marvel Comics recently released several notable one shot comics. Beautifully drawn, these single issue stories reveal X-Men origins in depth and personal. more...
Category: SUVs
With sky-rocketing fuel prices, even the most die-hard gas-guzzling car owners are asking themselves, is a new SUV Hybrid worth the money? more...
Strawberries: History and Health Benefits: Facts, Stats and Stories About America’s Favorite Berry
Category: Food Facts
It's hard to believe the deliciously sweet and tasty red fruit known as the strawberry was once considered poisonous. more...
X-Men's Jean Grey: Phoenix/Marvel Girl's Many Names, Deaths, and Resurrections
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Jean Grey, also known as Marvel Girl and Phoenix, has a complicated past. Jean Grey is bonded to the Phoenix Force, had a clone name Madelyne Pryor, and a son, Cable. more...
Tips to Save Gas with an Older Car: Best Fuel Economy Models and Hybrids
Category: Car Care/Ownership (general)
With skyrocketing gas prices, many opt to trade in their gas guzzler for a more fuel efficient car. more...
Category: Human Testing
Psychologists from Stanford University performed the experiment in order to study effects of dehumanization and deindividuation of humans in an unequal power situation. more...
Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau: Great Political Philosophers Lay Foundation for Today's Politics
Category: Great Philosophers
Many of today's political viewpoints, whether Democrat or Republican in nature, are bourn from the philosophies of the ancient. more...
Rocheworld: Giant Jelly Fish Aliens: Robert Forward's Flouwen
Category: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)
In Rocheworld, author Robert Forward has his characters encounter alien life called Flouwen on the double planet system they explore. more...
Lagrange Points Make Science Fiction Factual: Robert Forward Uses L Points in Rocheworld
Category: Alien/Space Fiction
Lagrange Points serve as a mathematical tool for many space scientists, and also serve as a real science plot device in Robert L. Forward's novel Rocheworld. more...
Joe Quesada: Marvel Comics Editor-In-Chief: Comic Industry 'Super Hero' Leads to Record Profits
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Joe Quesada took over as Marvel Comics Editor-In-Chief in 2000. Quesada "shook up" the ailing industry leading to record profits. more...
Category: Anthropology (general)
Archaeologists digging in Oregon's famous Fort Rock caves uncovered a 9,000 sandal, one of the oldest artifacts in America. more...
Tips for a Dairy Free Diet: How to Eat with Lactose Intolerance
Category: Nutrition (general)
With new dairy alternatives and studies showing the benefits of milk-free diets, living lactose-intolerant has never been easier or wiser. more...
X-23: Wolverine's Weapon X Clone: Marvel Comics Creates Female Version of Wolverine
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Based on damaged DNA of X-Men baddie Wolverine, Weapon X scientist Sarah Kinney creates X-23, a female version of the vicious fighting machine. more...
Dogs' Developmental Stages: Socialization, Adolescence and Maturity
Category: Dogs (general)
Though there are slight variations between breeds, generally all dogs go through the same developmental stages. It's important to recognize and make the most of each age. more...
Popular Games for Apple's iPhone: Best, Worst, and Free iPhone Games, Including the Nintendo App
Category: Cell Phones
Gaming is just one more neat perk accessible with Apple's ubiquitous new iPhone. At up to $10 a pop, it's important to know which games are worth the money. more...
How to Preserve Comic Books: Tips on Bags, Boards and Boxes for Safe Storage
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Not only are comic books a joy to read, but they can also be worth a pretty penny if kept in good condition through the use of bags, backings and boxes. more...
X-Men: "House of M" Event in Marvel Universe: Scarlet Witch Strips Mutants of Powers
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
A confused and mentally disturbed ex-Avenger, Scarlet Witch, utters the words "No More Mutants" and the epic events of the House of M storyline are set in motion. more...
Renaissance Artisans and Scholar Frederick Hartt: Essay on Art and Freedom in Quattrocento Florence
Category: Renaissance Art
Frederick Hartt is well-known renaissance scholar who has written several textbook and various essays on Italian Renaissance art. more...
Find Free Comic Books: Where to Download and Read Marvel, DC, Manga Freebies
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Who doesn't like free things? Thanks to marketing, the internet, and the goodwill of a few comic book distributors, anyone can get free, full issues. more...
X-Men: Magneto's Family: Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver and Polaris
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Magneto's mutant offspring prove not all superheroes come from wholesome upbringings. Twins Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver were members of the Avengers. more...
Scarlet Witch and the Avengers Disassembled: How Magneto's Daughter Destroyed the Marvel Team
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Scarlet Witch, daughter of Magneto and twin sister to Quicksilver, is very powerful. In the Marvel event Avengers Disassembled, she brings her wrath on the Avengers. more...
Taoism in the Western World: How to Apply Taoist Beliefs to an American Life
Category: Taoist Beliefs
Faced with the daily stress of a consumer-driven economy and 60-hour work week, many busy Americans find solace in the Chinese philosophy Taoism. Is Taoism right for you? more...
World War Hulk Introduction: Marvel's Incredible Hulk is Mad...
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
"World War Hulk" is a Marvel comics mini series that took place from August 2007 to January 2008 in its own title, World War Hulk #1-5. The series was written by Greg Pak more...
Marvel's Thor: God of Thunder: Avenger, Asgardian and Son of Odin
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Marvel's comic book adaptation of the Thor and the realm of Asgard has long proved a fan favorite. The series includes Odin and Loki, among other Norse gods and mythology more...
Death of Captain America: Marvel Comics' Post 9/11 Commentary
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
With the highly symbolic death of Captain America in Captain America #25, Marvel Comics' declares a loser to the long-time question of personal freedom versus security, more...
Hans Holbein's The Ambassadors: Anamorphic Renaissance Art Analyzed by Stephen Greenblatt
Category: Renaissance Art
In 1533, Hans Holbein painted a pair prominent Henry VIII courtisans: Jean de Dinteville and Georges de Selves. more...
Tips for Comic Book Conventions: Get the Most Out of Your Local Comic Con
Category: Comic Book Conventions
As comic books and graphic novels transition from geek niche to popular culture phenomenon, comic book conventions attendance continues to balloon across the country. more...
Category: Human Genetics
X-inactivation during chromosome development is vital in inheritance of X-linked diseases such as color-blindness and hemophilia and is why males are more often affected. more...
Cosm by Gregory Benford: Life of a Physics Professor
Category: Alien/Space Fiction
Cosm, by Gregory Benford, is a science fiction novel based around the idea that a physics professor accidentally creates a baby universe. more...
Batman: Origin and Appeal of the Dark Knight: DC Comics' Bruce Wayne and his Alter-Ego
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
From Batman's first appearance in Detective Comics to Christopher's Nolan's The Dark Knight the appeal of DC comics' Batman always lies in Bruce Wayne's human status. more...
The Incredible Hulk: Origins, Powers, and...Hulk Smash!!
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Marvel Comic's the Incredible Hulk is a green giant who is anything but jolly. Brainy physicist Bruce Banner developed into Hulk after accidental nuclear exposure. more...
Tips for Purchasing an HD TV: Plasma or LCD? Resolution or Refresh rate?
Category: TV
Since their launch in 1998, High Definition Televisions (HD TVs) have been all the rage. Read on for the latest HD TV technology that will have your friends drooling. more...
Category: Native American History
Native Americans have their own take on Oregon's history. Frederc Homer Balch wrote about the interesting legend surrounding Oregon's Bridge of the Gods geologic event. more...
Carl Sagan's Life and Career: Popular Scientist and "Cosmos" Host
Category: Astronomy & Space (general)
Carl Sagan (1934-1996) is probably best known for hosting the TV series Cosmos, but the famous scientist had a rich, lifelong career of popularizing science. more...
Billy Idol: Most Recognizable 1980s Musician: New Wave Icon's Biography, Discography
Category: 80s Punk
Billy Idol was one of the most popular new wave artists of the early 1980s. His successful career spans 2+ decades and is responsible for bleached spiked hair popularity. more...
Nicolaus Copernicus and Leonardo da Vinci: Emerging Renaissance Worldviews
Category: Italian History
Leonardo da Vinci and his Renaissance contemporary Nicholas Copernicus were two renaissance philosophers who took on the task of analyzing man and nature. more...
Renaissance Painting of Baptism of Christ: Leonardo da Vinci and Verrocchio's Masterpiece
Category: Renaissance Art
Around 1472, two Renaissance artists, Andrea del Verrocchio and Leonardo da Vinci, collaborated on a famous and beautiful painting. more...
Keep Teens Safe from Internet Threats: Is your Child safe online?
Category: Internet Security
The internet is a wealth of knowledge for teens yet it also harbors many threats. Read on for warnings signs that your child is at risk to be an online victim. more...
Turner Syndrome: Symptoms and Treatments: Facts and Statistics on the Female Genetic Disorder
Category: Human Genetics
Turner Syndrome (TS) is a condition in which a woman is born without a second X chromosome. It currently affects 60,000 women in the United States. more...
Lithium's Rarity in the Universe: Element's Properties, Place in Universe and Big Bang
Category: Deep Space Astronomy
The periodic table goes Hydrogen, Helium, Lithium, but due to its unique properties Lithium rarely enjoys the Universe's first-born status like its two older siblings. more...
Karl Marx and Communism: Former and Remaining Communist Countries
Category: Politicians
Karl Marx was a revolutionary economist. His communist manifesto was followed by dozens of countries during its peak popularity. Today only a handful remain. more...
Category: Space Exploration
Move over, Moon, there's a new solar system star in town. Mars, the famed red planet, is overtaking our humble lone satellite as NASA's favorite destination. more...
X-Men's Wolverine: Behind the Claws
Category: Graphic Novels/Comics (general)
Ever wondered about the history behind one of Marvel comics most extreme fighting machines? Read on for details of the mutant known as the Wolverine. more...
Science Writing and Genetics: Technical Tips for Science Journalism
Category: Magazine Journalism
Differences in writing for the lay person versus technical writing for scientists are clear in a comparison of two articles about genetics and the human genome project. more...
Observe the Messier List with a Small Telescope: Famous Astronomer's Deep Sky Highlights
Category: Stargazing
The classic Messier catalog of deep sky objects first started simply as a list of non-comet items. more...
Category: Biogeography
The Amazon rain forest houses the Amazon River and rich ecological biodiversity. Taking up the majority of Brazil, the Amazon's biology and ecology is truly unique. more...
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