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How to Save Money on Health InsuranceYou can save money on health insurance in the blink of an eye by following these five tips.
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Weather Insurance - Why Your Small Business May Need ItThe idea of weather insurance may seem silly, but temperature and precipitation are vital to many businesses. -
How to Read a Home ListingMaking sense of a real estate listing can be difficult. Odd acronyms, vague descriptions and an endless stream of real estate jargon can make some listings nearly impossible to decipher. -
High Airfares, Low Gas Prices Driving More People Back on the Road for the HolidaysWith pricey airfares and ridiculous surcharges putting a squeeze on holiday travelers, more Americans are ditching the skies and hitting the roadways for holiday travel. -
Use Your IPhone to Compare Free Auto Insurance QuotesYou've been meaning to compare free auto insurance quotes for months but you're just too busy, right? Well, if you own an iPhone, no more excuses: I'm going to explain how to use an iPhone to compare free auto insurance quotes.
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Cheap Car Insurance Quotes Are FreeIf you're looking for a few cheap car insurance quotes, why not hit the web? The process is super simple and faster than a speeding bullet (well, almost). Snag a few cheap car insurance quotes for free and then get on with your day. -
Find Cheap Car Insurance Fast - 4 Ways to ShopIn tough times, everyone's looking to save money. So how can consumers find cheap car insurance and save a bundle on their premium?
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How to Save Money on Car InsuranceIn the old days, calling companies one-by-one for a cheap car insurance quote was the norm. But not anymore. Today, looking online is the quickest and most effective way to find cheap car insurance quotes. -
Need Cheap Prescription Glasses from $8? Give Zenni Optical a TryZenni Optical, an online discount eyeglasses retailer, is offering cheap prescription glasses starting at $8. -
Looking Ahead: $10-Per-Gallon Gas Prices as a Golden Opportunity for the U.SInstead of shuddering at the thought of $10-a-gallon gasoline, America could embrace it as an opportunity to improve the nation's economy and stability long-term. Here are some ways the ever-worsening gas crisis can help usher in an era of innovation in the U.S.
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Sugar-Free Candy: Eight Healthy Treats Guaranteed to Get Your Juices FlowingWhether you're a diabetic with a sweet tooth, worried about preventing cavities, trying to cut calories or looking to trick children into eating a non-stimulating treat, sugar-free candy is an excellent way to satisfy your sweet tooth while avoiding the sugar pitfalls. -
Ebbs and Flows, Struggle and Success, Bliss and Despair, 'Sawdust and Tinsel': The Life EssayGenerations passed pass their days wondering what could have been: we the living spend ours pondering "what's next?" -
President Bush's Emotional Memorial Day AddressOn Monday, President Bush attended a Memorial Day service at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, the nation's flagship military cemetery. -
Adagio's UtiliTEA Kettle: A Godsend for Tea ConnoisseursDo you struggle to achieve the optimal temperature for your tea? Are you tired of slaving over a hot stove waiting for that almost-boil necessary to brew green and white tea, only to taste the bitter aroma of burned leaves?
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Western Conference Finals Prediction, Preview: Spurs and LakersWith their game 7 victory in New Orleans last night, the San Antonio Spurs have qualified for the Western Conference Finals--again.
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External Shame in J.M. Coetzee's DisgraceDisgrace, the sentiment one feels when faced with the aftermath of a committed action he or she felt was unthinkable before the fact, is a feeling that is largely universal--something most anyone can identify with.
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The 'King of Pop' Conquers the United Kingdom: How Michael Jackson Out Sings, Outsells, Outperforms, and Outlasts 'The Beatles'The Beatles have claimed to be "more popular than Jesus," but they possessed neither the talent nor the staying power to be more popular than Michael Jackson. -
Review of Ingmar Bergman's "Winter Light"Written and directed by famed Swedish director Ingmar Bergman, "Winter Light" is the centerpiece in Bergman's self-proclaimed 'faith trilogy.'
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'Million Dollar Baby' Packs a PunchThe month of March is Women's History Month, and while a Clint Eastwood-directed film may not seem like the best choice for a strong women's film, 'Million Dollar Baby' 's gripping storyline and superb cast will convince audiences otherwise. -
'King' DVD ReviewThose seeking an informative, entertaining look at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the events surrounding the Civil Rights Movement, your search is over: King has arrived.
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Dime Magazine: Hoops and HoodiesAny true basketball fan knows that the ball, basketball court, and 48 minutes aren't the only things about the game that are beautiful: the lifestyle of a die-hard basketball fanatic is what truly transcends the game.
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Prince of Peace Organic Green Tea: Affordable, Light, Authentic TasteIf you're looking for a fresh, light-tasting green tea that is free of pesticides and chemicals, Prince of Peace Organic Green Tea is right up your alley.
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Gyration Go 2.4Ghz Cordless Air Mouse ReviewIf you want one of the coolest and most unique computer products on the market today, the Gyration Air Mouse might be right up your alley.
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Yogi Detox Tea: Purifying Never Tasted so GreatAs pollutant chemicals find their way into our body tissue from the food we eat, water we drink, and the air we breathe, they take a toll on our cleansing system and leave us feeling tired, lethargic, and in need of a thorough cleansing. -
Rite Aid Vegetable Juice Review: Health Meets AffordabilityAre you looking for a way to get more vegetables into your diet but don't like the taste of vegetables? If so, Rite Aid Vegetable Juice can help you get a ton more vegetables into your diet at an affordable price. -
Manhunt Underway for Lauren Burk's KillerAccording a report in TransWorldNews, authorities have launched a manhunt for the murderer behind the killing of 18-year-old Auburn University freshman Lauren Burk.
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Patrick Swayze Diagnosed with CancerPatrick Swayze, the actor and sex-symbol who starred in films such as "Dirty Dancing" and "Road House," has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, according to a Yahoo! report.
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9 Signs You Might Be PregnantAre you in a committed relationship and trying to get pregnant? Do you think you or a loved one might be pregnant but don't know for sure? Are you looking for information on the most common symptoms of pregnancy? -
Studium: A Personal Foundation for Visual PerceptionLike a motion picture whose film is destroyed just as it is shot, life without foundation is one without experience, without emotion; it is not life at all.
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An Aristotelian Perspective of E.M. Forster's A Passage to IndiaForster's work, a portrait of the British occupation of India in the early 19th Century, proves that Aristotle's comments on the nature of literature are alive and well more than two millennia after his death.
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Gary Gygax, Dungeons and Dragons Co-Creator, DiesGary Gygax, co-creator of the classic role playing game Dungeons and Dragons, has died at the age of 69.
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Source Naturals Green Tea Extract: An Amazing Product at an Unbelievable PriceIf you're looking to get the health and antioxidant properties of green tea without having to drink tea on a daily basis, Source Naturals Green Tea Extract is a supplement that you should strongly consider using. -
Food Network's Robert Irvine Fired for Fabricating ResumeBritish chef Robert Irvine, host of Food Network's Dinner: Impossible, has been given the ax for embellishing his resume.
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NFL Free Agency is Officially Underway: How Will it Affect the NFC?With NFL combines already in session and the NFL Draft just weeks away, the NFL season feels like it's in full-swing. And as free agency kicked off on Friday at midnight Eastern Standard Time, it's time to let the real fun begin.
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List of the 7 Most Embarrassing Beauty and Health Problems, with SolutionsSomething embarrassing has afflicted each and every one of us, but just because we've suffered from embarrassing health problems in the past doesn't mean we have to put up with them forever.
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Strong, Healthy Bones Need More Than Just CalciumAre you one of the millions of Americans not getting enough calcium in your diet? Are you suffering from Osteoporosis, or think you could be in the future, and are looking for tips to strengthen your bones?
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The Individual Vs. Change in Bartolome De Las Casas' The Very Brief Relation of the Devastation of the IndiesBartolomé De Las Casas' "...Devastation of the Indies" describes atrocities by religious fanatics while Henry David Thoreau's "Walden" portrays the individualist struggling against modern industry.
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The Harlem Renaissance: A RetrospectiveThe Harlem Renaissance, simply put, was a cultural movement that celebrated and uplifted the culture of African-Americans while redefining Negro expression.
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A Dance Dance Revolution: Michael Jackson in the United KingdomElectronic music was embraced by British record executives in the early 1990s and propelled by mainstream artists such as Michael Jackson in the mid 1990s and has become the most popular and most commercially successful brand of music in the United Kingdom.
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God of War: Chains of Olympus ReviewI just got my copy of God of War: Chains of Olympus for my Playstation Portable (PSP), and I'm thrilled! It's violent, bloody, and brutal, but highly entertaining for anyone looking for a good blood and guts thrasher of a video game.
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Aquaphor Healing Ointment from EucerinIf you have dry, sensitive skin, you know how hard it is to deal with the changing of the seasons.
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Free Birthday E-CardsIf you're like me, you use e-cards for every occasion, like Christmas, New Years, Thanksgiving, Easter-and especially birthdays.
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Power and Powerlessness in Gustave Flaubert's Three Tales and Gertrude Stein's Three LivesTwo composite novels which demonstrate themes and consequences of power and powerlessness are Gustave Flaubert's Three Tales and Gertrude Stein's Three Lives.
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Images of Light and Dark in William Shakespeare's OthelloWilliam Shakespeare's famous tragedy "Othello" uses images of light and dark not only in dealing with race but as a metaphor demonstrating themes of good and evil, chasteness and impurity, love and hate.
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The King of Pop Conquers the United KingdomThe Beatles have claimed to be "more popular than Jesus," but they possessed neither the talent nor the staying power to be more popular than Michael Jackson.
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Starting Anew Upon an Unsteady Past: Brazil's New HopeCertain social, economic, and political conditions still influence conditions in modern-day Brazil and while post-military regime governments have made efforts to create a more egalitarian society, they must solve a number of major problems before their goal can be realized.
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Teacher's Aide Abby Swogger Remains in Jail for Wild Teen Parties, Drug PossessionAbby Jane Swogger, a 34-year-old teacher's aide, remains in jail after allegedly hosting a drug and alcohol party at a hotel for several of her son's friends.
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Britain's Prince Harry Pulled from AfghanistanPrince Harry, third in line to the British crown, will be removed from military service in Afghanistan immediately, according to a USA Today report.
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AL Central Predictions in 2008Spring Training is upon us and baseball is in the air. And what better way to kick off the season than to take a sneak peek at one of the best divisions in Major League Baseball, the AL Central?
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11 Tips to Save Money at the Grocery StoreGoing to the grocery store is an expense that can't be eliminated completely, but with a few minor adjustments a visit to the local grocer can be far less harmful to your bank account.
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Thirty Years' War: Worst European Disaster Since the Black DeathThe war, which began and ended in the Holy Roman Empire, devastated the whole of Europe, especially the massive losses in Germany. The war is considered the worst European disaster since the Black Death in the 1300s.
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An Exploration of the Origins and Legacy of the Romantic MovementThe Romantic Movement, dated from roughly 1780 to 1830, was a time when the intellectual movement throughout Europe changed from a scientific, empirical world to one full of feeling and imagination.
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Was the Protestant Reformation a Reform, or a Revolution?The beliefs of Reformers such as Martin Luther, John Calvin, and Ulrich Zwingli spawned religious turmoil and severe changes in religion throughout the continent, raising the question: was the Protestant Reformation a reform, or a revolution?
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Modern Portrayal of the Roman Peasantry: Romanticized?Roman literature idealized the life of its peasants, presenting a romanticized portrait of Roman rural life that was not representative of the Roman peasant's lifestyle and is contradicted by documents which reveal an accurate historical perspective.
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Want to Become a Classic Film Buff? Here's HowDo you enjoy watching classic films whenever you see one on television, and would like to see more but aren't sure how to take the next step? Or do you just want to connect with a spouse or family member whose intimate passion is vintage cinema?
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Serious Basketball Fans Need Slam MagazineIf you want to go beyond the court and experience the essence of the game of basketball, you'll need to do more than watch the weekly NBA matchup on ESPN or TNT. You need Slam Magazine.
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The Academy Awards: Lowest Rated Oscars of All-TimeIf you watched the Academy Awards on Sunday and at any point during the ceremony asked yourself "what's the point?" you'll want to keep reading.
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Oprah and the Freegans: Dumpster-Diving for DinnerThis week, Oprah is exploring a movement with which few Americans are familiar: the "freegan" movement. Freegans are dedicated to eliminating wasteful over-consumption, sometimes giving up so much that they're forced to dig through trash cans for sustenance.
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Cliff Bleszinksi's Criticism of PC Gaming is Valid -- For NowCliff Bleszinksi, the head designer at Epic Games, has criticized the state of PC gaming, declaring it vastly inferior to console gaming. He is receiving heavy flak for his comments. And rightly so--he's wrong.
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Mainstreamed: The Origins and Domestication of the Dance Music CultureThe dance music culture had a relatively short and unimpeded journey in becoming a part of the dominant culture in the United Kingdom due to its fresh, electronic sound as well as an open embrace by already-established pop artists and hit-seeking music executives.
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King Size Catalog: Big and Tall Clothing, Rock-Bottom PricesIf you're looking for the best prices on casual clothing for big and tall men, King Size catalog is a great place to begin your search.
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American Suicide: Why the U.S. Is Rapidly Falling Off the MapWe don't want to see that our government is falling farther behind China every hour; that twenty years from now Americans will be the ones working for 30 cents an hour to make LCD flat-screen televisions and shipping them for rock-bottom prices to consumers in China.
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Hillary Clinton Fails to Slow Barack Obama in Final Democratic DebateTuesday's Democratic debate on MSNBC was the final debate of the Democratic primaries. If you missed it, don't fret-you didn't miss much.
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Austrian Man Killed by Shark During "Scuba Adventures" ExpeditionAn Austrian man who was bitten by a shark in Miami has died, according to a Scientific American report.
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Unlikely Heroes and Heroines in World MythologyMen and women in society who go above and beyond those rules and set an extraordinary example for their culture are praised as heroes and heroines, and in four major works, heroes and heroines are found in the most unlikely of places.
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Juan and Eva Perón: Exploring a Legacy of Political ImmortalityJuan and Eva Perón, two Argentineans whose notorious political lives thrust them squarely into the international spotlight, were both loved and hated by different groups for their brand of political thought and have left behind a nationwide political movement, Peronism.
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Emphasis on Catholicism in James Joyce's Dubliners"The Sisters" and "Grace" are two examples of stories in Dubliners which feature Catholicism as a central component in the lives of the characters being portrayed, contradicting the secularization that has begun to dominate modern life.
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Jhumpa Lahiri's Interpreter of Maladies and Toni Morrison's BelovedThere is no correct or proper way to create literature-the two aforementioned authors have simply employed dissimilar means to meet their literary ends-just as there is no proper way to taste an apple or laugh at a joke.
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Photography as Quoting from Appearances"Between the moment recorded and the present moment of looking at the photograph, there is an abyss" (Bartholomae 177).
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Are You a Novice Searching for Great Tea? Try Bigelow's Six Assorted Teas PackAre you trying to take a healthy decision and begin drinking tea, but with so many forms and flavors you aren't sure where to start? That's where I was a few years back, but Bigelow's Six Assorted Teas pack went a long way in helping me find a tea to fit my passion.
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Equate Brand Headache Relief and Ibuprofen Tablets: An Unbelievable ValueDo you suffer from migraine or tension headaches on a weekly basis? Do you work long hours and feel shoulder or joint pain and are looking for affordable, effective relief? If you're a chronic headache or body pain sufferer like me, you'll definitely want to keep reading.
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Clearasil Daily Face Wash Sensitive Formula ReviewIf you're a laid-back, regular guy like me who doesn't buy into (or even understand) the whole "metrosexual" lifestyle, you probably don't think about the health of your facial skin much at all.
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Tracing a Path Toward Enlightenment: A Brief History of Brazilian LiteratureBrazil, the shining beacon of progress of South America, has had a long and storied infatuation with high literature dating back to its earliest beginnings with the writings of the Jesuits in the Colonial Period and continuing through more modern times with liberal artists.
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Review of "Frontline: Fuel of War" for Xbox 360The year is 2024. Oil reserves across the planet have been completely exhausted-except in the Caspian Sea. Your job: lead a crew of nations to the oil cities in the region and secure the oil reserves.
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Barack Obama Photo Starts Season of Dirty PoliticsDemocratic presidential nominees Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton have engaged in a tit-for-tat accusation exchange over a photo of Barack Obama in traditional African dress.
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Barack Obama: Fueling a Global RevolutionUnless you've been hiding under a rock for the past two months, you already know that Barack Obama is taking America by storm.
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All-Natural Supplements to Ease Chronic Joint PainDo you suffer from chronic joint pain? Have you seen a doctor and been given prescription medicine, but are weary of the nasty side effects? If so, you're not alone.
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Capturing a Classic: The 1944 Film Adaptation of Jane EyreThe 1944 adaptation of Jane Eyre finds success in keeping very close to its source text, retaining the menacing characterization of Mr. Rochester and the apprehension Jane expresses as a woman struggling to find her place in a patriarchal Victorian society.
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Exploring Themes of Good Vs. Evil in World MythologyWole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, Girish Karnad's Hayavadana, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and The Whale Rider are works of mythology which clearly and effectively demonstrate themes of good versus evil.
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Centripetal and Centrifugal Structure in the Composite NovelGustave Flaubert's Three Tales, Gertrude Stein's Three Lives, and Ernest Hemingway's In Our Time demonstrate centripetal or centrifugal structures overlaying the linear structure of their respective composite novels.
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Tracing the Decline of the British Empire: A Passage to India and Guests of the NationE.M. Forster's "A Passage to India" portrays Britain as an arrogant international power while Frank O'Connor's "Guests of the Nation" portrays Britain as a modest state whose nonsensical tit-for-tat execution exchange with Ireland exposes the degree to which it has fallen.
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Dominant and Subordinate Forces in The Roaring Girl and Paradise LostThomas Dekker and Thomas Middleton's The Roaring Girl and John Milton's Paradise Lost clearly and effectively interrogate relationships between dominant authorities and subordinate forces and provide insight into the role of each subordinate force.
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Amcor 3900 Touchscreen Portable GPS ReviewAre you tired of getting lost on your way to a new job site? Want to take a vacation with the wife and kids, but aren't exactly the best road map reader on the planet? Do you want to explore the wonders of the American roadways but are afraid of getting lost?
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Vitacost.com: The Premiere Vitamin WholesalerNot getting enough calcium in your diet? Do you think a multivitamin would help you gain more energy? Want the benefits of green tea but don't like the taste of tea? Or would you just like to do some research about vitamins and supplements?
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Equate Multivitamins: Brand Name Quality at a Fraction of the PriceIf you're in the market for a multivitamin that works as well as most major brands at a fraction of the price, Equate Men's Health Formula One Daily Multivitamin might be exactly what you're looking for.
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A New Wrinkle in the U.S. Housing Crisis: SquattersThe U.S. foreclosure crisis has put thousands out of their homes, and with no relief in sight. But as the saying goes, "one man's loss is another man's gain."
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Hey David Stern, the NBA All-Star Weekend is Lame! Here's How to Fix ItIf you watched the NBA's 2008 All-Star Weekend-and didn't fall asleep for any significant period of time-- chances are you were tremendously bored, again.
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Marlow's Journey Toward Madness in Joseph Conrad's Heart of DarknessJourneys into strange, distant lands prove physically and mentally hazardous as those lucky enough to escape death during the voyage ultimately suffer severe psychological damage.
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Bush's Legacy May Reside in Africa, Not IraqWhether you support George W. Bush or not, he's been an absolute Godsend for Africa.
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In Search of a Complete, Well-Rounded Education?Are you a college student or avid learner in a desperate search for enlightenment? Have you been taking classes or textbooks trying to achieve a well-rounded education, with little success? If so, this article can help.
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Game Developers Conference, Day Two: A First-Person LookWell there I was at the Game Developers Conference, day two. The event was in San Francisco, about an hour and a half drive without traffic from central California. I left late morning and didn't hit much traffic except on a toll bridge, so I made decent time.
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Looking for Work? Here's How to Find Unadvertised JobsHaving trouble finding a job? Tired of looking through the local newspaper and being one of hundreds of applicants who are applying for the same job? You might have better success if you focused a part of your search on applying for unadvertised jobs.
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Casual Male XL Review: Quality Big and Tall Clothing at Affordable PricesLooking for casual or dress apparel that looks great and is affordable? Casual Male XL may be the answer.
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Dallas Mavericks Close to Acquiring All-Star Jason KiddWednesday, the Dallas Mavericks joined the arms race fray as they hope to acquire all-star point guard Jason Kidd.
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The Collateral Damage of American Slavery: Narrative of the Life of Frederick DouglassThe institution of slavery in America is arguably the most despicable, ruinous policy in the history of the United States of America...
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Doom and Gloom: Robert Frost's "Once by the Pacific" and "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening"A selection of Frost's poems can and should be described as dark and disturbing. "Once by the Pacific" and "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" are two examples of poems which effectively depict the darker side of Robert Frost's poetry.
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Beowulf, Lanval, and The Miller's Tale: Uniquely Representative of Medieval Social OrderBeowulf, Lanval and The Miller's Tale each depict the social order of their time and give modern readers great insight into the world in which they written.
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Gender Roles in Charlotte Bronte's Jane EyreExpectations are a part of daily life. One's age, race, religion, physical appearance, speech, dress, hair color-all are factors by which, welcomed or not, people are labeled with certain expectations by other members of society.
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Ultimate Guide to Selling Used Textbooks OnlineIf you're one of the millions of college students across the country looking to sell back your used textbooks for a decent price, you're in luck.
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Genocide in Brazil: Environmental Disaster in the Amazon RainforestAs the world so casually goes about its day, a genocide of sorts is occurring as this very moment: the rapid deforestation of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, where over 25,000 square kilometers of rainforest are being destroyed each year.
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Nature as a Tonic: Hemingway's Escape from RealityHemingway's menacing scenes of war and violence shock readers into a realization of man's capacity for brutality while his representations of nature provide characters with a much-needed escape from emotional turmoil.
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Chinese Actress Bai Ling Arrested for ShopliftingChinese actress Bai Ling has been arrested for shoplifting, Entertainment Weekly reports.
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Tragedy Looming for Leadville, Colorado, MineOver one billion gallons of contaminated water is trapped deep in an abandoned mining tunnel in Leadville, Colorado, and could escape into the town, according to a CNN.com report.
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Mitt Romney Endorses John McCain for GOP NominationArizona Senator John McCain, the GOP presidential nominee-to-be, has just picked up another important endorsement from the man who was once his top competitor and critic: former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney.
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A Review of Free E-Card Websites for Valentine's DayLooking for a free e-card to send to a family member or loved one this Valentine's Day? Below are three websites that will cover all your Valentine's Day needs.
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Project Lifeline: A Reprieve for Floundering HomeownersThe Bush Administration, in an attempt to stem the tide of foreclosures due to a worsening housing slump, announced a new initiative today that will provide help to homeowners on the verge of losing their homes.
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Need a Job? Here Are Six Online Job Boards You Can't Afford to MissWhether you're looking to pull yourself out of the ranks of the unemployed or looking to snag a more satisfying job, the internet is a useful tool to have at your disposal. Here are six online job boards you can't afford to miss.
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Roger Clemens Testifies Before Congress for Alleged Steroid UseDuring the past few months, professional sports have come under fire for their athletes' use of steroids and other performance enhancing substances. Today, Roger Clemens added his name to that list.
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Gary Coleman Weds Shannon Price, Kept Marriage Secret for MonthsActor Gary Coleman has finally found love. The former child actor married 22-year-old Shannon Price in August of 2007, but the two have decided to keep the ceremony secret until now.
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Do Your Body a Favor: Drink Green TeaIf there's a food or drink reported to hold as many health benefits as green tea, I've yet to discover it. After water, tea is the most commonly consumed beverage in the world--and for good reason.
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William Shakespeare's Henry V and Richard II: Kings Among MenSince the beginning of time, societies across the globe have entrusted their nation's influence and duties of decision-making in the hands of single persons who may or may not have proven themselves capable to rule.
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A Look at Brittney Griner, a 15-Year-Old Women's Basketball PhenomThe 6-6 high school basketball phenom Brittney Griner is the most popular female basketball player on the web this afternoon.
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Marisa Miller Graces Cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit EditionMarisa Miller, a supermodel known for her appearances in the SI catalog and Victoria's Secret, will be gracing the cover of the 2008 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit catalog.
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The 132nd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Opens TodayThe 132nd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show began today in New York City's famous Madison Square Garden.
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Richard Zednik Nearly Dies Following Life Threatening NHL InjuryFlorida Panthers forward Richard Zednik underwent successful lifesaving surgery after an injury he sustained during an NHL game on Sunday.
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John McCain Receives Critical Endorsement from Evangelical Leader Gary BauerJohn McCain gained a valuable conservative endorsement Monday, as evangelical leader Gary Bauer has pledged his support for the Arizona Senator.
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Roy Scheider Dies at Age 75; "Jaws" Actor had Multiple MyelomaRoy Scheider, the actor who is best known for his part in the 70's blockbuster "Jaws," has died at the age of 75. According to CNN.com, Scheider died at the University or Arkansas for Medical Sciences hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas, on Sunday, February 10.
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Ex-Girlfriend Claims Bobby Cutts Has a "Darker Side"An ABC News report has Cutts' ex-girlfriend saying that he has a darker side, and that he was abusive to her in the past.
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10 Diamond Engagement Rings Under $2,000Looking ahead to wedding season? Are you planning on proposing to that special lady in your life, but aren't sure if you can afford an engagement ring? Don't worry-you can afford one!
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Shakespeare's Burden of LoveWilliam Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, A Midsummer Night's Dream and Romeo and Juliet each portray situations where love is unrequited and achieved almost instantaneously that work to ultimately demonstrate that love is an institution worthy of great struggle.
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The Old Man and the Sea: Santiago's Desperate Longing for CompassionIn The Old Man and the Sea, the loss of Santiago's wife and his gentle worship and adoration of the sea leave him to view the sea as a symbol of a type of "eternal feminine" life form.
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Blue Ox Tow Bar Product ReviewThe Blue Ox flagship tow bar is the Aventa LX tow bar, and its one of the strongest and most versatile tow bars in the business.
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How Does John McCain Stack Up Against Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton?But with McCain's road to the Republican nomination all but guaranteed, how does he stack up against the Democrats?
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GOP Vice Presidential Predictions: Top ThreeBut now that John McCain has become the clear frontrunner in the Republican race, and is all but guaranteed to win the party's nomination, it's time to start thinking about the other half of the Republican ticket-vice president.
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Orson Welles Directs and Stars in William Shakespeare's "Othello"The 1952 version of The Tragedy of Othello: The Moor of Venice is an adaptation of a famous William Shakespeare play that was edited, produced, and directed by a single man: Orson Welles--the self-proclaimed "one man band."
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John Grimsley, Former NFL Pro-Bowl Linebacker, Killed in Firearm AccidentFormer Houston Oilers lineback John Grimsley died today, according to an article in the Kansas City Star.
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How to Remove Mirar ToolbarMirar, known also as Getmirar, is a form of adware that attaches itself to Internet Explorer.
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How to Uninstall Windows XPIf you're one of the many unhappy computer users who want to be rid of Windows Vista forever, you've come to the right place.
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Mitt Romney Drops Out of Presidential RaceIn a surprising move today, Mitt Romney suspended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination.
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Former ABC Reporter Jack McWethy Dies in AccidentFormer ABC reporter Jack McWeth has died in a ski accident, ABC News reports. McWeth-a longtime national security correspondent for ABC-was 61 years old.
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Five Must-Have Supplements for Your Medicine CabinetAre you worried about your health? Do you feel like you're not getting the proper vitamins and minerals from your diet? If so, don't worry--help has arrived.
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Black History Month Lecture in Northern CaliforniaAs you may know, February is Black History Month in the United States. Hundreds of thousands of citizens across America celebrate African American art and culture, and learn more about the struggles of minorities as they strive to defeat racism in all its forms.
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Zoo York Skateboards: A Medium for Artistic ExpressionFor Zoo York, skateboards are more than a piece of equipment: they're a form of artistic expression.
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Democratic Candidates Relying Heavily on Super DelegatesThere is a little-known group of influential party members that is especially powerful in the Democratic Party: the superdelegates.
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Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Founder of Transcendental Meditaiton, Has Passed AwayMaharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of the transcendental meditation technique, has passed away.
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Benjamin Moore Paint and Color Schemes for Any RoomIf you're looking to paint your home or office and aren't quite sure of the design you would like or how you would go about achieving a certain style, Benjamin Moore Paints is the place to start.
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How to Remove Acrylic Nails at HomeThe trickiest part of acrylic nails, however, is not attaching them; the most difficult part of the process is having them removed. Many women try to forcibly pull off the nails, but this can cause serious damage to the true fingernail and should never be attempted.
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The Phoenix Art MuseumThe Phoenix Art Museum is a wonderful collection of classic and modern art located in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Valentine's Day Romance: Five Romantic Suggestions Guaranteed to Turn Up the HeatHere are some romantic suggestions that are guaranteed to turn up the heat this Valentine's Day.
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Is Christianity Gradually Being Outlawed in the West?Christianity, a faith which has shaped behavior and policy in the West for millennia, finds itself unraveling.
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Eatin' Healthy is Tough BusinessHow can we eat healthy when fast food is easy and tastes so darn good?
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Early Super Tuesday Results: Democrats and RepublicansSuper Tuesday is in full swing, and with a long way left to go, the fun is just beginning.
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Head Case with Alexandra Wentworth is a Can't Miss New Show on 'Starz'Alexandra Wentworth, star of the new show "Head Case," is making serious waves.
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Shell Kepler of 'General Hospital' Passes Away at 49Longtime soap opera mainstay Shell Kepler has died at the age of 49. Kepler was best known for her role as gossipy nurse Amy Vining on the soap opera General Hospital from 1979-2002.
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John McCain: A Natural Born Citizen?John McCain was born on a military base in Panama. Is he a natural born citizen of the United States?
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Giants Super Bowl Parade Route InformationGet your blue face paint ready Giants fans! New York City is planning a ticker-tape parade to celebrate the New York Giants victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII.
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Chrysler to Close Four Plants Following Plastech BankruptcyAccording to a report in the Chicago Tribune, Chrysler has plans to close four of its assembly plants due to one of its major suppliers filing for bankruptcy.
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Phthalates Found in Baby Care Products Linked to Infant DeformityAccording to Our Stolen Future, an environmental awareness website, researchers have found a significant link to a mother's exposure to phthalates while pregnant to harmful genital deformities in the male fetus.
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Arrowhead Credit Union in San Bernardino, CaliforniaA detailed overview of the Arrowhead Credit Union in San Bernardino, California.
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A First-Hand Account of the Super Bowl XLII ExperienceMy personal account of the unforgettable experience of attending Super Bowl XLII.
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A First-Hand Look as U.S. Imposes New Border Security MeasuresAs of January 31, 2008, the United States ended its policy of accepting oral declarations of citizenship at its borders with Mexico and Canada in order to strengthen its border security.
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Where to Find Tax Forms in the Greater Sacramento AreaA few options for finding tax forms in the Sacramento area.
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TurboTax for Free: A Tax-Season Must-HaveTurboTax is free, fast, and painless--it's a must-have this tax season.
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Professional Sports Offers More Than CollegeIn a time when the NBA Finals are pulling near record-low ratings, NCAA's regular season schedule and playoff tournament-Sweet Sixteen, Elite Eight, and Final Four-are alive and doing very well.
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Black History Month: A Different PerspectiveBlack History Month, as we know it today, began as Negro History Week in 1926. Negro History Week was recognized during the second week of February because it marks the birthdays of abolitionist Fredrick Douglass and American President Abraham Lincoln.
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Habbo Hotel: Social Networking in the MySpace TraditionHabbo Hotel is a social networking website and chat room aimed for teenage users, but with a twist...
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Guide to Finding the Top Online CasinoOnline gaming is a fun, convenient way to pass the time in the comfort of your home. But not all sites are the same.
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Carmelo Anthony's Stellar First HalfIn case you haven't noticed, Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony is making his case as the finest basketball player on the planet-again.
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U.S. Federal Reserve Slashes Rates for Second Time in 9 DaysThe United States Federal Reserve has cut interest rates once again as it tries to keep the economy from falling into a recession.
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Questions Surface about Racy Photos "Hannah Montana" Star Miley CyrusRacy photos said to be taken of 15-year-old television and music sensation Miley Cyrus have surfaced on several internet sites this week.
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The Gift of Fear is a Book that Can Save Your LifeGavin de Becker's The Gift of Fear is a self-help book. It is geared towards female readers, and helps those readers practice and prepare their reaction to violent situations.
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Getting Out the Barack Obama Vote in Oakland, CaliforniaMy first political event was this afternoon in Oakland! A close friend and I attended an event hosted in support of Barack Obama.
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Actress Sean Young Enters Rehab After Drunken OutburstActress Sean Young has entered a rehabilitation center for alcohol abuse following a drunken outburst in which she heckled an award nominee during a speech at the Directors Guild of America awards this past weekend.
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Florida Exit Polls Show John McCain, Mitt Romney Neck and NeckVoting is under way in Florida in a key contest for Republicans to decide who will become their party's candidate in the upcoming presidential election.
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St. Patrick's Day Parade in SacramentoThe historic district of Old Sacramento will come alive (wear green from head to toe!) for the 12th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade.
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George W. Bush's Final State of the Union AddressIn president George W. Bush's seventh and final State of the Union address, a theme of looking ahead and bipartisanism dominated the bulk of the speech.
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LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley's Death Leaves a Void in the Hearts of ManyGordon B. Hinckley's death, and how I have become a much stronger and happier individual for having learned about him and the love he shared.
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U.K. Man, Robert Fidler, Secretly Builds Massive Castle Behind Mountains of StrawU.K. farmer has been ordered by authorities to demolish a castle he secretly constructed on his farmland in Salfords, Surrey, United Kingdom.
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How the Stimulus Package Helps Ordinary AmericansHow the stimulus package helps ordinary Americans.