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Game Review: Resident Evil Zero
RE: Zero was released in 2002 as a prequel to the insanely popular series, but does it measure up to stunning graphics and intense excitement of the other games?
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The Genetics Behind Being a Night Owl
Some people just enjoy being up late at night. Mostly thought of as a personal preference, there might be something a little bit more behind the nocturnal state.
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How to Get Rid of Bad Breath
Bad breath happens to everybody and is caused by some of the simplest things. Likewise, it can clear a room faster than anything. Here are some tips to get rid of it.
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How to Get Healthy Skin
With summer on the horizon, and bathing suit time just around the corner, healthy skin is foremost on a lot of people's minds. Here's some tips for healthy skin.
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The Legal Drinking Age Debate
In the USA, the legal drinking age has been 21 since 1984. The debate about whether to lower it has raged since it was raised, and binge drinking has only made it worse.
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Vampires 101
There's no denying there's an allure about the walking undead, but after all is said and done, what is fact, and what is fiction?
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Acne and PCOS
Acne is embarrassing at any age, and it's especially embarrassing if it continues on into your thirties. If it does, it could be more than just oily skin.
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A Quick Note on Global Warming
Though today global warming is a popular subject, that wasn't always the case. Now, a new idea presented by Garret Gruener and Daniel Kammen might be the best solution
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Easter Eggshell Collage
When Easter is over, and all the dyed eggs have finished with their sparkle, here is a fun craft that will take care of all the leftover pieces.
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Healthier Alternatives to Sugar
It's hard to avoid sugar, and even harder to avoid sugar substitutes. Here's a new product on the market that is a lot better for you.
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David Tennant Leaves Doctor Who
As any good fan of the BBC show Doctor Who knows, Doctors regenerate. "One of the most exciting times on the show is when the Doctor changed," says Tennant.
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Jon Stewart's Impact on Society
Armed with the goal of exposing how inane some media can be, Jon Stewart appeared on Crossfire with the now infamous line, "Stop, stop, stop, stop, stop hurting America."
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Pet Poisoning
As Spring rolls in, out roll the cleaners. Some cleaners, however, are toxic to small animals and can cause harm. Homemade cleaners can work just as well
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The War Between Democrats and Republicans
Only a little more than two weeks after his inaguration, President Obama has already been attacked - and mostly not even for his politics
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The Science of "Seeing" Your Breath
Move over urine and blood, breath is the new way to find and identify shifts in the body at the cellular level.
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State Children's Health Insurance Program
Sponsored by Rep. Frank Pallone, the Reauthorization Act of 2009 on the SCHIP bill is set to be written into law sometime this week by President Obama.
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The United States Science Departments
Ever been confused about certain departments politcians mention? Ever wondered what their purposes are and what exactly it is that they do?
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Six Drop Law in Texas
The law came into affect in the fall 2007 semester, and as one student says, "This law places unnecessary stress on the average college student."
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Film Review: The Player (1992)
Poking fun at Hollywood and all of it's quirky ways, the Player is a film that contains a multitude of cameos and appearances
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The State of Education in the United States
America's graduation rate is 21st out of 27 industrialized countries. Considering its status as world power, where did the US go wrong?
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Healthier Alternatives to Soda and Energy Drinks
A cold soda may be the first thing to reach for on a hot summer's day, but it's also the worst thing to consume. Here are some alternatives for the sugary drinks.
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Stargate: Atlantis Cancelled
Its official: Stargate: Atlantis has been cancelled. Fans cry out in protest, still series creators Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper call it quits after only five seasons
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Unresolved Senate Races in the 2008 Election
With election day already behind the American people and President Elect Barack Obama already building his staff, most people have gone back to their regularal lives
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Proposition 8 Passes in California
While gay marriage was only just allowed in California in May of '08, come November that right was swept away again.
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Keeping a Conscience When Voting
Abortion is one of the most debated issues today and voting for a pro-abortion candidate is something many people struggle with. How do you feel about it?
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Sarah Palin's Pro Mom Campaign
Sarah Palin is a mother of five, including a pregnant teenage daughter, a downs syndrome infant, and a son off in Iraq.
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Bush Endangers Endangered Species Act
Representative Richard Pombo tried it in 2006 and now, two years later, Bush picks up where he left off.
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Resident Evil Gets a CGI Film
Resident Evil is one of the most talked about and highly anticipated video game franchises worldwide.
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