Trent Sandusky
Trent Sandusky is an accomplished freelance adventurer. He enjoys hip-hop beats, reading thick books about obscure historical events, and staring at complex graphs with a thoughtful look.
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Mountain Lion Killed by SUV Illustrates Nature of Human-Animal EncountersIn June 2011, a Mountain Lion was fatally hit by a motorist in Milford, Connecticut. The local reaction to the cat's presence sheds light on our history of dramatic, dynamic encounters with unexpected animal guests.
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NFL Predictions Week 4 - NFL Picks 2010 for the Weekend of 10/3/10What will happen in Week 3 of 2010 NFL action? If my track record is any indication, then probably nothing written in this article! -
NFL Picks Week 3 - AFC and NFC Football Scores and Predictions for Wk. 3 2010The start of the 2010 NFL season has often been surprising and sometimes downright confusing. Will week 3 make things more crazy, or will a picture of this year's division standings begin to take shape? -
Restaurant Review: The Firehouse Brewing Company in Rapid City, SDThe Firehouse Brewing Company in Rapid City, SD serves up delicious food and full-bodied craft brews.
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2009 NFL Week 4 Predictions: NFC North - Packers at Vikings, Lions at BearsWeek 4 in the 2009 NFL Season could be a very interesting one, particularly in the NFC North where all the action will be contained in two division games.
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Real Pirate Quotes for International Talk like a Pirate Day! Historical, Authentic Pirate Phrases to Amaze WenchesSick of hearing "YARRRR!" and mangled Disney lines every September? Class up your Talk Like a Pirate Day shtick with some historical accuracy. -
What is Muno? What is Brobee? What is Toodee? What is Foofa? Symbolism in Nick Jr.'s Yo Gabba Gabba! CharactersYooooo Gabba Gabba! Break it down!
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Murdock Fenwoody's BirthdayHe had not been expecting a letter.
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Free IT Certifications from NCSA: Legitimate or Not?The national job market remains highly competitive, and professional certifications can be a major boost to your resume. But are low-cost online certifications like those offered by NCSA worth the time? -
The Best Pickup Lines Ever - 25 Awesome, Original, New Pickup Lines to Get Chicks at a Bar or ClubSick of getting slapped in the face and hit over the head with beer bottles for using the same tired old pickup lines night after night? Try out some of these amazing new pickup lines. -
Best Rums - What is the Best Rum for Mixing? What is the Best Rum for Drinking Straight?Historically, rum is a cheap, low-end liquor. Old-school rum is really nothing more than fermented sugar. But the modern rum landscape offers a variety of high-end options. -
Talking to Debt Collectors: Stop Debt Collection Calls and Be AwesomeDebt collectors are not real people. They are communist robots from hell.
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Awesome Pirate Facts to Impress Your FriendsFun facts about pirates! -
Play Drums in One Day - Easy Self-Guided Rock Drumming LessonsEver see some stupid jerk rocking out on the drums and think, "I bet I could do that!"? Well, you're right. And you don't even need a drumset to start teaching yourself. -
Best Fiddler Crab Tank Mates: What Fish Can Live with My Fiddler Crab?Fiddler crabs have specific needs and their semi-aggressive attitudes make choosing suitable tank mates difficult. This guide should help the beginner to choose aquarium fish that may live harmoniously with fiddler crabs. -
Is Dora the Explorer a Communist?If you've seen even a single episode of Nickelodeon's Dora the Explorer, you know how it works. What you may not know are some of its underlying themes. -
Best Questions to Ask at a Job InterviewHere are some simple, foolproof questions to help you look enthusiastic and proactive at your next job interview.
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Ten Common Job Interview Questions and AnswersHere are some simple and effective ways to deal with typical job interview situations. -
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Are Engaged to Be Married! (Or Are They?)Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon give us another meaningless Hollywood mystery relationship to fulfill our empty lives! -
Restaurant Review: Uncle Joe's BBQ in Cruz Bay, St. John USVIUnpretentious, affordable and awesome: Uncle Joe's BBQ is quite possibly the best restaurant in the US Virgin Islands. -
The Wonderlic Test and the 2008 NFL Draft: Is it Relevant?The Wonderlic Personnel Test is Being Used on 2008 NFL Draft Participants, but Why?
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Put in the Extra Effort to Write a Job Interview Thank You Letter and See the ResultsThe trick to writing a great job interview thank you letter is being quick, specific and direct.
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Presidential Campaign Issues in Central Wisconsin: Jobs, Gas Prices, Health Care Top the ListIt could be argued that Central Wisconsin is one of the best possible microcosms for our nation as a whole. So what do voters in and around Wausau care about? -
Leif's Cafe in Eagle River, Wisconsin: Restaurant ReviewLeif's Cafe in Eagle River, Wisconsin is a pleasant and friendly eatery. The food is good, but the marketing strategy leaves something to be desired. -
Hillary Clinton's Mortgage Crisis Plan: What Does it Mean for You and Me?Hillary Clinton has a plan to resolve our country's mortgage crisis. During a speech Monday in Philadelphia, the New York Senator and Democratic presidential hopeful outlined her plans.
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Maxim Unsexiest List: Kathy Bates is Sexier Than Sarah Jessica Parker, According to the World's Worst MagazineAccording to Maxim, Kathy Bates is sexier than Sarah Jessica Parker. So who really should have made Maxim's pointless list of unsexy women?
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Racial Issues in the Barack Obama Campaign: Jeremiah Wright, Obama-Bashing and Media ScrutinyIs Barack Obama being over-scrutinized when it comes to racial issues in and around his campaign?
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Summer Jobs in Wausau, WisconsinWausau, WI can be an extremely difficult area in which to find a summer job. The market is competitive, and in industrial-leaning Central Wisconsin, there aren't many employers that create seasonal job opportunities.
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Jobs for Senior Citizens in Wausau, WisconsinMany Senior Citizens in Wausau and surrounding Central Wisconsin communities choose to lead active lifestyles that often include part-time employment.
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Drunkorexia Explained: What is Drunkorexia? Who is at Risk for Drunkorexia?Drunkorexia is exactly what it sounds like. It's the simultaneous display of alcoholic and anorexic behavior patterns.
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How to do the Amazing "Pick a Card, Any Card" TrickThanks to edgy illusionists and street magicians like Criss Angel, magic isn't just for dorks anymore! And when it comes to portable, practical, party-friendly magic, card tricks have always been the obvious choice.
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Nude Pics of Lindsay Lohan as Marylin Monroe: A Cry for Attention, a Travesty, but Never a SurpriseIn the most bizarrely pretentious move in recent Hollyweird memory, Lindsay Lohan didn't just get naked--she got naked while pretending to be a dead woman.
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Prednisone Side Effects: Effects of Steroid Treatments vs. NSAIDsWorking as a call center technician in the prescription benefits field, I had the opportunity to hear a lot of people complain about a lot of different medicines.
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Great Lakes Piracy: Pirates Thrived on the Great Lakes Long After Their Golden AgeDrunken, unemployed sailors filled Great Lakes docks, eager for fortune and adventure. Decades after piracy's golden age had come and gone in the West Indies, the icy waters of the Great Lakes remained a swashbuckler's paradise.
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Organic Baby Clothes - Online Shopping OptionsSo you want to dress your baby and save the world at the same time? A variety of high-quality organic baby clothing companies make it easy to do with online shopping.
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Organic Dog Food Review - Natura Karama, Newman's Own Organics, Nutro Ultra HolisticOrganic dog food options--their ingredients, their nutritional value, and their definitions of "organic"--can differ greatly, just like the choices for organic people food.
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Recap of the Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama Debate in Hollywood, CaliforniaClinton and Obama rail against the Bush administration, but for the most part forget to debate each other.
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Ten Best Tokio Hotel Songs: German Rock Band Set to Hit American AirwavesIt's easy to call Tokio Hotel a great European rock band. I'll go a step further and say they're just a plain-old great rock band, period.
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Super Bowl XLII is an Epic Tale of Good vs. EvilA hard-hitting analysis and irrelevant Star Wars allegory from the Internet's least credible sportswriter.
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OMG! the Book of Awesome Stuff Seeks Submissions of Fiction and NonfictionFirst-time editor Leo Siren seeks submissions for a unique print-on-demand title.
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The Neverland Rancheros to Play at AWA's Spring Breakout '08 in Racine, WIOn 3/29/08, Wrestling Superstars LIVE! will welcome wrestling fans to Spring Breakout '08 at the Racine Civic Center in Racine, Wisconsin. The event will feature live music by Upper Michigan rock band The Neverland Rancheros.
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Rumors of Miley Cyrus Underwear Pictures Surface, Raise Questions About Teenage Sex SymbolsIs Hannah Montana star Miley Cyrus giving internet gossip junkies a new meaning for "the best of both worlds" with adult pictures? That's what the rumor mill would have us believe.
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Hillary Clinton Pushes for Recognition of Florida, Michigan DelegatesI still think Hillary Clinton would make a fine president. But I'm beginning to think she'd make an even better used car salesman.
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George W. Bush's 2008 State of the Union Address RecapGeorge W. Bush delivered his 2008 State of the Union Address tonight. I'm not sure what Union he was talking about. Maybe it was the Writer's Guild of America.
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2008 State of the Union Address Predictions: What Will George Bush Talk About Tonight?Call me naive, but I'm hoping to see a kindler, gentler--maybe a little more honest--George W. Bush tonight. But seeing an apologetic George Bush is about as likely as seeing an African American or a woman running for president.
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SkyFire Uses Server-Side Technology to Make Internet Surfing Faster, More Practical on Cell Phones and Mobile DevicesThere's a lot of talk about the new SkyFire mobile browser. But without a degree in Information Systems, it may be hard to understand what the hype is all about. That's unfortunate, because SkyFire truly appeals to the masses.
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NFC Championship Preview: New York Giants at Green Bay Packers (Prediction: Green Bay, 34-16)There are approximately 100 reasons the Green Bay Packers will win the NFC Championship at home this Sunday. The first reason is Lambeau Field itself.
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The Chang Garden in Downtown Wausau, Wisconsin: Restaurant ReviewThe Chang Garden in Wausau, WI offers diners high-quality, sit-down Chinese dining at buffet prices.
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Green Bay Newspapers: Where to Find the Best Green Bay Packers NewsThere are several Green Bay newspapers (as well as newspapers out of surrounding areas and web-based news sources) that provide excellent coverage of the Green Bay Packers. Here are some links.
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Quarterback Roundup: NFL Playoffs 2008, Who's the Best Quarterback?Quarterback. It's the coolest position in football. They make more money, say cooler stuff in interviews, and get more chicks. There's only eight left this year, so let's take a look at them before the number gets cut down to four!
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The Neverland Rancheros Offer Royalty Free Rights to Tracks from Love Letters & Death ThreatsMichigan rock trio The Neverland Rancheros have expanded into the world of royalty free music sales, boldly going where most rock bands don't really feel like going.
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3 Things Sony Should Do to Make the PlayStation 4 Awesome (and 3 Things They Shouldn't Do but Will Anyway)They say that all technology is already obsolete by the time it's released. In short, the PlayStation 3 sucks already and it's about time we started arbitrarily hypothesizing and spreading rumors about the PlayStation 4.
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5 Reasons the Green Bay Packers Will Beat the Seattle Seahawks: NFL Playoffs 2008, Round 2This weekend, the Dallas Cowboys, Indianapolis Colts, and New England Patriots will probably win some boring games against some pretty decent teams. I don't really care about that. I'm only here to talk about the Green Bay Packers.
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15 Awesome Ways to Break Your Face & Get Rich by Doing SoHave you ever thought about how awesome it would be to break your face? Or maybe you saw a sweet kung-fu movie where some guy gets his face broken and you were all like, "OMG! that pretty much ruled!"
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ACLU Aims to Shut Down Guantanamo Bay with Brightly-Colored ClothingFriday, January 11th, 2008 will mark the six-year anniversary of the date that "enemy combatants" were first checked into the controversial detention facility on the United States Naval Base at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
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Backyard Wrestling Documentary (Ontonagon, MI)This powerful documentary details the epic ascent and tragic demise of Upper Michigan-based OCW (Ontonagon Championship Wrestling.) The OCW was, perhaps, the must brutal and awesome backyard wrestling group to ever exist in the entire history of the whole world, ever.
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How to Be Awesome: 5 Tips for Being AwesomeSo you want to know how to be awesome? Being awesome isn't easy--it's not like your mom. If you want to be awesome, you have to do awesome stuff.
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Use Online Tax Return Resources to Maximize Your Return and Minimize Your Stress LevelsMost of us regular Joe's have very little trouble with our federal taxes. It's when we try to file that darn state income tax that we inevitably run into a problem or ten.
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NFL Playoffs 2008! Awesome Predictions!Steelers, Titans, Seahawks, Bucs and Other Stuff that will have no bearing on the Indianapolis/Green Bay Super Bowl!
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Skeletor VS. Mac (From the "Mac and PC" Commercials): Super Fantasy DeathmatchThey both lie to further their agendas. They're both delusional, and both are fueled by a severely exaggerated sense of self-worth. But who would win in a no-holds-barred fight to the death?
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"The Macho Man" Randy Savage VS. Chandler from Friends: Super Fantasy DeathmatchYou've been losing sleep over this one, so let's settle it once and for all: "The Macho Man" Randy Savage versus Chandler from the hit TV show Friends.
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Easy South Beach Diet Recipes: Seafood Bacon Melt and Satan's MeatloafHere are two really easy and really delicious South Beach Diet recipes made with delicious foods that you can eat in Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet.
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Super Mario VS. Santa Claus: Super Fantasy DeathmatchThey both wear bright red pimp suits. They both fly around and do awesome stuff. But if Super Mario and Santa Claus threw down in a steel cage, which legend would emerge victorious?
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Jamie Lynn Spears Marries JR Rotem! Britney's Ex-Lover Demands Custody of Tom Cruise!Jamie Lynn Spears has accidentally married alleged Britney-banger JR Rotem! Britney and her lawyers refuse to be left out of the mess! It must be Real Hollywood News that Isn't Real!
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Spread Joy and Goodwill When Traveling the Day After ChristmasThe spike in day after Christmas traffic comes from two sources: antsy bargain shoppers and people on long drives home. The interaction between the two groups can be a source of holiday tragedy.
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Things You Should Never Say to a Customer Service RepresentativeI'm one of those "useless idiots" you've been talking to on the phone, and I want us to get along better in the future.
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Unique White Elephant Gift Ideas (and What is a White Elephant Gift Exchange Anyway?)Not sure exactly what a White Elephant Gift Exchange is? Need some unique White Elephant gift ideas? Want to have the best White Elephant gift this year? Don't stress, help has arrived.
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Modern Travel Writing: Political Correctness Gone WildI used to subscribe to several mainstream travel publications. Now I subscribe to none. Modern travel writers have disappointed me with their spinelessness and lack of objectivity one too many times.
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Waterfront Studios in Mandahl Bay: The Best for Budget Travelers to St. Thomas, USVIPay less than $100 a night for an air-conditioned unit with a kitchen and a private balcony overlooking the BVI. I'm not trying to sell you a timeshare; I'm telling you about the Waterfront Studios in Mandahl Bay on St. Thomas' north side.
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How to Change Prescriptions: Confessions of a Sick ManRegular people alter prescriptions from their doctors to get drugs on their own terms. How and why does this happen in our society?
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Legally, It's Easy to Move to the Virgin Islands: But is it a Realistic Plan?So, you're moving to the Virgin Islands! Finally escaping to paradise like you've always dreamed of, hey? Good for you! You've done all the research. You've sold your car. You've booked the one-way ticket. No turning back now, right?
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Plantain Recipes - How to Prepare and Cook PlantainsTwo very easy, very basic recipes to get you started on your life-long adventure with plantains. Includes hints to help you expand on these recipes.
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The Best Albums of 2007 (as Long as You Aren't an Idiot)Some dude on the internet bitches about music and then tells you what crap he thinks is cool! Another brilliant article by Trent Sandusky!
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The 10 Most Important People of 2007... MaybeSome guy on the internet who may or may not have any credibility tells you who was important in 2007, and why.
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Emmitt Thomas Will Try to Pick Up Where Petrino Let Down, but Will it Matter?64-year-old Hall of Fame candidate Emmitt Thomas holds the Kansas City Chiefs' all-time interception record. He now intercepts control of a 3-10 team that came into 2007 with higher hopes than most.
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Mike Huckabee's Popularity Surges Because of All the Things He's NotMike Huckabee's recent upswing in popularity is due to all the things he's not. It's all the things he's not that make him the only sensible choice for the Republican Party: he's not scary, he's not metropolitan, and he's not too un-cool.
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Saleisha Wins! America's Next Top Model is RIGGED! a Tale of Sex, Lies, and Basic MathOne reporter's fearful, loathing-soaked attempt to mathematically prove that winners on the hit show America's Next Top Model are pre-determined.
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Dane Cook and Carlos Mencia to Open New Comedy School in New Jersey!The two greatest comedians ever join forces to train a new generation!
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Review of Virtual Vegas 7007 Slots by SelectSoftVirtual Vegas? Not even close. For a real Las Vegas slot experience, you should go buy a slot machine computer game made by Bally Gaming or some other legitimate gaming company... or just go to Vegas.
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Paris Hilton Getting Married! Chris Crocker Reality Show! Britney's New Album!Paris Hilton getting married in November... to herself?! Superfan Chris Crocker to star in a new FOX reality series?! And Britney Spears is still funny! The October 2007 installment of Real Hollywood News that isn't Real by Trent Sandusky.
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Maho Bay Camping in St. John, USVI: Exclusively for Drunk Hippies?Maho Bay Campground is a environmentally-friendly alternative to resorts for visitor to St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Is it really "the best value in the Caribbean" or is it a run-down refuge for hippies who accidentally end up in the Virgin Islands?
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The REAL Guide to Northern Michigan University for Prospective StudentsHere are a few things that you'll wish had been included in the NMU handbook when that first October blizzard hits...
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Review of Our Love to Admire by Interpol (2007)Interpol's third studio album, Our Love to Admire, is lush and amazing compared to the vast majority of stagnant modern rock. But some fans may find it lacking in certain areas when compared to 2004's Antics.
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Should NASCAR Offer Refunds for Rained-Out Events?On the afternoon August 19th, 2007, NASCAR's 3M Performance 400 race was supposed to be held at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, MI. The event was postponed due to rain. After a second postponement, the race took place on Tuesday. No refunds were offered.
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NFL Kickoff 2007: Really Bad Weekly PredictionsSome guy on the internet who may or may not have any credibility informs you of some stuff that may or may not happen during the 2007 NFL season.
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Paid for Popularity: Yuwie.com Pays Users for Their Social Networking "Skills"What if MySpace junkies got paid every time somebody clicked their profile? How much would it change online networking if users made money based on how many friends they have? Yuwie.com is finding out by paying its rapidly-growing user base.
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How to Buy Land on EBay & Avoid ScamsPurchasing property or a home through an eBay auction is a scary idea to many who still think of the website as a place to buy used books and video games. But buying and selling land on eBay is actually pretty similar to buying and selling anything else.
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Where to Find Bears in the Northern U.S. & How to Observe Them SafelyFor many visitors to Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin, seeing a live black bear in the region's pristine wilderness is near the top of their "to-do" list. But seeing a bear is a more challenging and time-consuming goal than many tourists realize.
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Lakenenland - A Free Scrap Iron Sculpture Park in Michigan, Upper PeninsulaLakenenland is one roadside attraction that doesn't exist for the sake of profit. Lakenenland is truly built out of an artist's love, his desire to give something to his fellow man, and maybe just a little bit of good old-fashioned Upper Michigan weirdness.
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Kewadin Casino in Christmas, MI: Low-Key Fun in a Clean, Friendly CasinoIf you like to play slots or blackjack with a few friends, give the Kewadin Christmas Casino a shot. You probably won't find action-packed Vegas-style gaming, but you will find a classy, clean, low-key place to enjoy a few of your favorite games and maybe get lucky.
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The Rice Paddy - World-Class Thai Cuisine in Marquette, MIMarquette, Michigan is a quiet town on the south shore of Lake Superior. It's only a block from the icy water of that same lake that you'll find The Rice Paddy: a tiny Thai kitchen that'll provide you with a full stomach, a full wallet, and a smile on your face.
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Record Your Band at Home with Professional Results: Common MistakesHome recording can be a rewarding experience with surprisingly good results; it can also save money and allows you to work around your own schedule. But it takes more than just plugging a microphone into your home computer.
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Artist on the Rise: The Neverland RancherosThe Neverland Rancheros are an aggressive rock and roll trio from Houghton, MI. They frequently play at places like Roxey's Lounge in Ontonagon and the Uphill 41 in Hancock. Their hit singles "Ethel" and "The Coke Yacht" have been blowing up on local radio.
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Review of Crabby's Seafood and More in Wisconsin DellsMany words can be used to describe Crabby's Seafood and More in the heart of Wisconsin Dells. Crabby's likes the phrase "Ultimate Dining Experience". I'll take a somewhat more restrained stance and use the phrase: "a twelve-dollar buffet for thirty bucks".
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Why Roulette Strategy Doesn't ExistThere are thousands of books and online guides available that promise to help you "beat" the game of roulette. They're all lies, and here's why.
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How to Get an Entry-Level Helpdesk or Technical Support JobA few years ago, technology was the undisputable "it" field. Anybody with certification, a degree, or experience could land a job working with computers and make a decent living. But the IT boom has left the field oversaturated and highly competitive.
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Visit Belfast: Safe and Cheap Things to Do in the U.K.'s Most Livable CityBelfast is more affordable than London or Dublin, and can be just as fun. But many avoid it because of its violent reputation. In reality, violence ended in the 90's, and a 2003 survey concluded that Belfast was the most livable city in the whole U.K.
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How to Play Guitar Solos - 6 Easy Ways to Fake itLearning to solo on the guitar can be frustrating for novice rockers. But you don't have to spend 10 hours a day practicing your "shredding" technique just to pull off a decent solo. Check out this 6-step guide to winging it.
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Why the Two-Party System is Un-AmericanVoting: the irrefutable foundation of all American-style democracy. Ironically, America's closed two-party electoral system is one of the most inherently un-American institutions in the free world.
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Best Places for Thanksgiving and Holiday Meals in Marquette, MIMarquette, MI has several attractive alternatives for anyone who doesn't have (or doesn't choose) the option of sitting down to a home-cooked Thanksgiving meal with their family.
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Let's Go, Rick Steves, and Walking London: A Comparison Review of Different London Travel GuidesTraveling to London? Confused as to which travel guide you should buy? Let this review of three popular titles assist you in your search.
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X-TREME Spaghetti-Os: Enhance Your Canned Pasta (and Your Life!)Spaghetti-Os are pretty awesome. Really, I should just be thankful that they exist. But alas, I am a mere human being: greedy and curious in my nature. And so I search for ways to make Spaghetti-Os even awesomer.
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Socially Responsible Investment Options: How to Buy Stocks You Can Feel Good AboutPlaying the stock market can be a compromise between financial benefit and social integrity. But you don't have to throw away your entire moral code just to make a stable investment.
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Did the Dixie Chicks Get What They Deserved? Who Cares?!Why is a three-year-old non-issue still being used to spark lame political rhetoric-slinging?
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5 Essential Tips for Visiting LondonBudgeting, tour booking, credit card use, finding a place to stay... planning a vacation in foggy London town can prove extremely stressful. Check out these five unique tips; they're sure to maximize fun and minimize problems in London.
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A Hometown Christmas in Ontonagon, MichiganIn this era of corporate greed and online shopping it can be hard to find any sincere holiday cheer. But there's one small town in Upper Michigan that hasn't forgotten the meaning of Christmas.
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WMU Student Running for State Board of EducationEven if you're well-versed in Michigan politics, Jacob Woods is a name you probably don't recognize. But he'll appear on the same ballot as Jennifer Granholm and Dick DeVos this November.
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Cooking with Cactus: Nopales Cactus RecipesWhile strolling down the ethnic food isle at your local grocery store, you may have noticed a can or jar labeled "nopales cactus". If you're ready to try something new, cactus is a great way to add a new twist to your favorite dishes.
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Now the Democrats Were Involved in the Foley Scandal? Enough Already!A laughable new conspiracy theory has arisen indicating that "secret Democratic operatives" knew about Mark Foley's behavior long ago and "sat on the story" until election time. Why are so many people buying into this absurdity?
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How to Fish for Walleye Without a Boat: River Fishing Techniques and Simple Lure IdeasThe walleye can be an extremely challenging fish to go after when you don't have access to a boat. Here are several simple things you can do to maximize your chances if you're stuck fishing walleye from a shore or dock.
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The Libertarian Fallacy: How an Unregulated Market Would Lead to Economic TotalitarianismLibertarians stand for deregulation; they stand for absolute economic conservatism. But they fail to see how their policies, if executed, would lead to a new, extremely dangerous, form of totalitarianism.
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A Real-Life Winter Wonderland: Marquette, MIMarquette, MI, on the shore of Lake Superior, is a true-to-life Winter Wonderland. It's a great little city for shopping, celebrating, or just playing in the snow.
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NFL: Can the Green Bay Packers Turn the 2006 Season Around?After their impressive win against Miami on October 22nd, people are beginning to wonder if it's not too late for the Packers to put together a winning 2006 season.
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Leadership Means More Than Being StubbornSome conservatives like to make narrow, unobjective comparisons between our President and the leaders of other countries. But these comparisons usually fall flat due to a twisted idea of what "leadership" really is.
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Four More Reasons to Hate MySpace: Fun and Free Social Networking? or a Life-Ruining Media Machine?In his October 18th article, Associated Content contributor "Barefoot" detailed eight reasons he hates MySpace. But there are a few more serious reasons you may want to be more cautios when it comes to online social networking.
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The United States Death Toll in Iraq is Not a Number to Be IgnoredSome conservatives argue that dwelling on the death toll disrespects the troops who have given up their lives. This is a shortsighted fallacy, and a sad attempt to hide the reality of what's happening in Iraq from the American public.
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The Right NOT to Vote: An Important and Constitutionally-Implied RightAssociated Content contributor Jennifer Lynn Bonacci argues that non-voting Americans are the root of all the United States' problems. But the logic is flawed, and so is Bonacci's idea of what a "right" actually is.
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War with China is Anything but InevitableBill Murphy's October 16th article "Big Red China Going on the Offensive" makes some interesting points and brings to light several alarming facts. But his conclusion that China is working towards another "World War" seems irresponsible and unsupported.
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Holiday Gift Guide for Football FanaticsFootball fans become strange, terrifying creatures in the fall. And they only get more terrifying when it's time to buy their Christmas present. There's plenty of official NFL junk on the market, but why not try something a little more unique this year?
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Ron Johnson: From Chicken's Heads to ChekhovRon Johnson is a writer, professor, and life-long student of the world. His impressive novella "Silver Thaw" (available from Salvo Press) showcases his story-crafting abilities.
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Don't Get a Puppy: Alternatives to the Bad, Bad Idea of a Dog for ChristmasEvery December, there is a sharp rise in puppy sales. And every Spring, a huge crop of young dogs shows up in animal shelters. Most of these dogs never find a new home. Don't let your good intentions turn into a tragic Holiday statistic.
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Lights, Camera, Presents! - Affordable Gift Ideas for Young FilmmakersThe Holiday Season is a great opportunity to help out that up-and-coming movie-maker in your life with a great gift. Don't be put off by the high cost of film making equipment; check out this list of thoughtful and affordable options.
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An Explication of E.E. Cummings' "Buffalo Bill's"At first glance, E.E. Cummings' famous poem "Buffalo Bill's" seems to be an inventive words-for-the-sake-of-words sort of poem: a sound sculpture, one of the experiments Cummings was so famous for. But is he actually trying to tell us something?
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An Explication of Charles Bukowski's "Freedom"Is Bukowski's "Freedom" a straightforward and concrete tale of self-castration, or something more?
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How to Shop for Holiday Gifts for a Conservative (If You Must)They support our commander-in-chief no matter what. They know that Bill Clinton is to blame for... everything. FOX is the only news outlet they trust. They vote on the moral issues. But what do they want for Christmas?!
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Shakespeare on Film: The Problematic Portrayal of Orlando in the BBC Film Version of As You like ItActors and directors are presented with a set of unique challenges when they try to take Shakespeare's plays and turn them into movies. BBC's 1979 version of "As You Like It" is one of the better attempts, but is soured by one actor's performance.
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Perfect Gifts for Travelers, Vagabonds, and AdventurersTrying to find meaningful gifts for experienced travelers and those who are always on-the-go can be intimidating. So take your motion-sickness capsules, check out these five unique gifts, and board your non-stop flight to the land of great ideas.
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Making the Most Out of Mexico: Five Tips for Mexican Travel NovicesLearn how to stay safe, smart, and satisfied when spending time South of the border. Don't let fears and misconceptions keep you away from the beautiful country of Mexico.
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Avoiding Rejection: Publication Advice for Short Story WritersIf anybody tells you that short fiction is a dying art, ask them if they've tried selling a story lately! The competition among writers in the short fiction market is as healthy as ever. Increase your chances of success with this ten-point checklist.
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Face Your Fears: The Windows XP RegistryThe average Windows user's knowledge of the registry ends at, "it's something that can ruin your computer if you mess with it." To a novice, the registry can be a scary thing, and rightfully so. But the only cure for fear is knowledge, so let's dive in!
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Useful Jamaican PhrasesEnglish might be the "official" language of this Caribbean paradise, but you shouldn't get on the plane without packing this handy guide between your sunscreen and sandals. It's essential for translating from "Jamaican" to "Tourist".
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Defining the Documentary: Challenges in Genre StudiesThe audience of a documentary film expects some measure of truth. But what if the notion of truth is blurred? How far can we bend the idea of "truth" before a film can no longer be considered documentary? Our discussion will consider two well-known films.
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Hugo Chavez at the United Nations: Where's the Punchline?At the United Nations General Assembly last month, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez had harsh words for United States President George W. Bush. In the aftermath, the U.S. mainstream regarded the entire event as a joke.
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Bill Clinton: Effects of a Presidency on the Native American Gaming IndustryHow were Native American gaming laws and, in turn, Native American lifestyles impacted by Bill Clinton's administration? Have these implications persisted into the Bush era?
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The Gift of Rock: A Christmas List for the Tone-Deaf in Your LifeThis Christmas, do your part to spread good cheer and good musical taste!