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As a student and graduation of creative writing and an avid political junky, the world seems all to easy to lampoon be cynical about. I observe and hope to find cause to be excited though. Maybe that's where the arts come in.
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Freelance Writing - 12 Things You Should Be Prepared ForFreelance writing is a rewarding career for those that can make it work. Here are 12 common problems many budding freelance writers face. Consider them all carefully. -
Danger Mouse's The Grey Album: Free Speech Done RightIn 2004, Danger Mouse revealed The Grey Album, a now classic mash-up of Jay-Z's The Black Album and The Beatles' White Album. It's impact on the music industry has been felt ever since. -
World of Warcraft: Bot Uses and MisusesWorld of Warcraft is one of the most popular games in the world. It also gathers the most cheaters in the world, meaning regular gamers must know what risks are involved before playing. -
Writing Your Masterpiece Part 3: ResearchingOnce you have a whole list of ideas ready to work with, you need to consider just how well you know your topics. And once you realize that you know nothing, it's time to go research a little bit.
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Writing Your Masterpiece Part 1: The IdeaIf you've decided that writing a novel is your next major life goal and dream, your first step is to come up with a great idea. Here are a couple of quick starters to get you going.
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Writing Your Masterpiece Part 2: BrainstormingOnce you have a good idea, it's time to brainstorm the rest of your masterpiece and start gathering all of your amazing ideas together.
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The Moral Dilemma of "America's Next Top Model"America's Next Top Model is a show that has long relied upon its laurels as a show devoted to the exploitation of young new talent in the modeling industry. It also gives the wrong message to young girls as to what is important in life. -
The AFI Top 100 Films - #16 All About EveThe classic tale of Broadway comeuppance is the number 16 movie of all time according to the AFI. -
How to Serve CaviarCaviar is an expensive and fickle delicacy. Make sure to take your time and learn how to properly serve your caviar for optimum freshness. -
Variety and Variation in Your Caviar ChoicesCaviar is one of the finest delicacies around. What options do you have when buying caviar? -
Where Diamonds Came From - A History of the Most Sought After Gem on EarthDiamonds have long been a source of power, mystique and intrigue. The history of diamonds stretches back thousands of years and since then they've only grown in influence. -
Black and Decker's DCM18S Brew N' Go Personal Coffeemaker ReviewBlack and Decker's slick and inexpensive single cup machine is a perfect one cup coffee making option. -
Coffee Maker Options for Spring and Summer Camping TripsIt's getting to that time of year and when you go camping, you'll need a decent coffee maker to get you up in the morning. Here are some of your better options. -
The Pros and Cons of a One Cup Coffee MakerFor those on the go, a one cup coffee maker is a perfect solution, offering quick, convenient coffee early in the morning. -
One Cup Coffee Makers - Comparing the Top BrandsA One cup coffee maker is perfect for any coffee drinker on the go. What are the best one cup options out there though, and which makes the best cup of coffee? -
The Best RPGs for the NES Video Game ConsoleThe NES introduced the console RPG to the world. These are the best of the many groundbreaking games that stole our after school hours so many years ago. -
A Short History of Starbucks and the Controversy They've GeneratedStarbucks is a huge industry, grown from nearly nothing on the Seattle waterfront. With that success comes a great deal of controversy. -
Classical Sources of Inspiration in J.R.R Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and Other Epic FantasyEpic fantasy, thanks to Tolkien's work has become a major publishing genre. Looking through history, there are many influential pieces of literature to thank for that work. Here are some of the most important. -
Tetris and Four Other Puzzle Games that Will Never DieThe classic puzzle genre will never die, and these are five games that we'll likely be seeing in many iterations for years to come.
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Five Activities to Get Out and Enjoy the Arrival of SpringSpring is here and it's time to get out of the house and enjoy it. These are five ways that you can remind yourself that winter is finally passed.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #15 Star WarsThe number 15 movie of all time, and one of the greatest pop culture phenomenons is George Lucas's original Star Wars film.
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The Venerable Lineup of the Disney Afternoon - a 90s Afterschool StapleAnyone in grade school during the 90s remembers The Disney Afternoon fondly, classic Disney characters in new situations being funny. These are the best and most memorable of those many shows.
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Comedy and Kung-Fu: The Impact of Jackie Chan and Stephen ChowThese two icons of comedic action flicks are the faces of Hong Kong film and their unique blend of comedy and high flying action are the two best reasons why.
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The Best Action and Adventure Games for Your Playstation ConsoleThe action/adventure genre exploded in the 32 bit ere, the Playstation offering up a slew of new genres and options. These are the best of those.
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The Best Fighting Games for the Gamecube and Nintendo WiiNintendo's newest and last consoles are sparse on the fighting games, but innovation means there's a lot of potential for the Wii
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Basic Tips for Buying Bird Watching BinocularsThere are dozens of bird watching binocular options. Make sure you're prepared to make the right decision when buying yours.
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How to Make Your Own Unity CandleUnity Candles are a new tradition among protestant weddings, and an increasingly expensive one. So, why not make your own?
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Comparing the Top Available Hybrid Cars on the MarketThe hybrid car market is still rather small, but the demand is rabid, and the supply is growing. Here's a look at the currently available hybrid cars on the market.
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A Simple Guide to How a Hybrid Car WorksHybrid cars are the wave of the future for the automotive industry. How do they work though?
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Attracting Birds for Bird Watching with Ample Food and WaterAll animals need food and water. When bird watching, don't forget to offer ample supplies of both.
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The Best Classic RPGs for Your SNES ConsoleThe SNES was a breakthrough in RPG development with Squaresoft offering some of their best games. These are a few of the better options for all of you still out there with SNES consoles plugged in.
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Basic Tips for Backyard Bird WatchingBackyard bird watching is a serious way to get outside and enjoy spring time. It's a great way as well to get to know some local bird species. But if you don't know what you're doing off the bat, you'll only scare them away.
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The Unity Candle and Similar Ceremonies of CommitmentThe unity candle symbolizes the unity of bride and groom, but is a fairly new ceremony. There are many other ceremonies however that have been around for longer and do the same thing.
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The History of CaviarCaviar has long been one of the premier delicacies of civilization. Where did it come from and why is it so expensive though?
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The History and Origin of the Unity CandleAs a symbolic act, the unity candle has only been around in Protestant Weddings for 40 or so years. What might have caused its appearance?
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Starting a Student Organization at Your Local College or UniversityMost colleges have a few hundred student organizations for you to get involved with, and if you can't find one that interests you, you can start your own.
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The Best Fighting Games for Your Playstation 2 and Playstation 3 ConsolesThe fighting genre is one of the Playstation's biggest draws. These are the best games out there right now for you to play on your brand new Playstation 3.
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The Best Shooter Games for Your Playstation ConsoleThe Playstation introduced the dual shock controller and the possibility of shooters finally on the home console. These are the best ones to make it there.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #14 Some like it HotBilly Wilder's venerable cross-dressing classic is the number 14 film of all time according to the AFI, and also the AFI's funniest film of all time.
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Seattle, WA's Crocodile Cafe ReviewThe Crocodile Cafe in Seattle is a landmark of music and hip weekend hangout spots.
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A Brief History of Your Toothbrush, Toothpaste, and Oral HygieneHow long ago did humans actually discover the wondrous necessities of toothbrushes and toothpaste. As we know them, not that long at all.
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Your Best Bet for Backing Up Your Computer FilesThere are dozens of methods to backing up your files. Make sure you're practicing at least a couple of these. With technology so freely available these days, there's no reason not to.
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Spring is Upon Us - Time to Start Your Cycling RoutineSpring is almost upon us and that means a lot of people are pulling out their rusty old bicycle and polishing it up in anticipation of the clear skies and warm weather. Cycling is a wonderful sport for the nice weather and a great way to stay in shape while having fun.
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How to Make Your Own College Drinking GameDrinking games are everywhere. For those wanting to make their own, make sure you don't fall into the traps of too many rules and not enough fun.
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Writing About Video GamesEvery kind of writing is different, and for those wanting to write about video games, there's no exception.
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Big Trades in Major League Baseball's Offseason This YearBaseball sees a lot of movement and changes every year in the rosters and this year was no different. Which major changes happened in baseball and what's looking different for the coming 2007 season.
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The Sports and Driving Games for Your Playstation ConsoleThe best playstation sports and racing games
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #13 Bridge on the River KwaiDavid Lean's 1957 World War II masterpiece is the number 13 film of all time according to the AFI.
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Spring and Summer Hotspots in SeattleThe spring and summer are just around the bend and so to are the desire to get out and enjoy the weather. Here are a couple of hotspots that all Seattle visitors should check out
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The NCAA Tournament - Understanding RPI and the Path to the Big DanceGetting to the NCAA Tournament is almost as complicated mathematically as it is athletically. Here's a little rundown of how the process works.
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The 2007 Seattle Mariners - A Fan's Projection for a Team That's Lost Its WayThe Seattle Mariner's have lost a lot of that mojo in the last few years and I don't see them getting it back anytime soon. Here are a few reasons why the management hasn't fixed the problem this year.
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The Current Big Anime - NarutoNaruto is the next major export from the country that brought the Dragonball Z, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh phenomena. The show, a shonen about a boy ninja, is a massive success still airing in Japan even now, and has found substantial success in the American market.
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How to Convert Video for Viewing on Your PSP HandheldThe PSP's video format can be slightly confusing and hard to put together. Follow this simple guide to getting those youtube clips from your hard drive to your PSP.
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Tips for Early Puppy OwnershipThose first few months of owning a puppy can be trying. Through my own trials, I offer advice on what you should make sure you're doing every day.
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Comparing the Best Digital Cameras Under $150There are hundreds of digital camera options. But, for those on the cheap, it's good to know which is the best, or you might get stuck with a clunky piece of junk that doesn't take pictures at night or outside.
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FOX's Nasty Habit of Cancelling Amazing ShowsFox tends to cut some of the best shows on television, and as fans its become the viewers' duty to bring them back.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #12 Sunset BoulevardBilly Wilder's classic tale of murder, Hollywood fantasy, and lost chances takes the number 12 spot on AFI's top 100 films list.
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #11 One Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestThe classic Ken Kesey novel as filmed by Milos Forman is voted in as the number 11 film of all time by the users at IMDB.
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The Top Five Fighting Games for the PlayStation Game ConsoleThe fighting genre grew up a lot in the Playstation days, finally jumping to full 3d. These are the five best games you can play when going a little be retro.
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The Best Fighting Games for the Xbox and Xbox 360 ConsolesMicrosoft has made their machine a perfect home for fighting games, offering stellar graphics and online play. Which are the best games available?
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Reality and Identity in Akira Kurosawa's DreamsAkira Kurosawa put a collage of his own personal dreams together in one of his last films, Dreams. The film explores not only the levels of reality, but the reality of dreams themselves.
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Rotting from Within: The Disease of Corruption in Shakespeare's "Hamlet"Corruption is a disease in Hamlet, one that requires cleansing. As such, the only way the play can end is in tragedy, with Hamlets fate sealed as it is.
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An Unbridgeable Gap in "Great Expectations": The Necessity of the First EndingGreat Expectations has two endings as written by Charles Dickens, the original more fitting ending and the second, happier ending recommended by his friends and publishers. Herein I outline why the first ending is necessary to the success of the novel.
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The Top Five RPGs for the Playstation Game ConsoleThe Playstation was a breakout for RPGs and video gaming technology. Together they took the market by storm. These games are the best places to start for anyone interested in getting a little retro gaming on.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #11: It's a Wonderful LifeThe most inspirational film of all time and a Christmas Time staple, It's a Wonderful Life, is the number 11 film of all time according to the AFI.
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Jennifer Michael Hecht's "Funny", a Study of Her PoetryIn Jennifer Michael Hecht's award winning Funny, she takes classic jokes and twists them to her poetic liking. I try to take these twisted results apart and look at how she does this.
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Man Versus Machine in Colson Whitehead's "The Intuitionist" and Alex Proya's Dark CityI discuss how science fiction utilizes the noir metropolis as seen the aforementioned book and film to position humanity. Starting with Fritz Lang's Metropolis and moving up to Proya's Dark City
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Applying Joseph Campbell's Hero Quest to Ormus Cama in Salman Rushdie's "The Ground Beneath Her Feet"I examine how Salman Rushdie's "The Ground Beneath Her Feet" takes the archetype of the Hero Quest as described by Joseph Campbell and uses it to display both the humanity and divinity in its protagonist.
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Rifts in Social Exchange: What Allows Jane Austen's "Emma" to EndEmma is a novel of social manners, one which does not immediately have a clear purpose. Therefore upon the conclusion of the second book, one wonders why it could not end there. I discuss what must happen in the final book to allow the novel a satisfactory conclusion.
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Refutation of Absolutes Via Pilate and Yeshua in Bulgakov's The Master and MargaritaMikhail Bulgakov was a downtrodden result of Soviet Censorship. In The Master and Margarita he wrote of the absolutist views that created such a state and rejected them via his re imagining of the Gospel through the eyes of Pontius Pilate.
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Irene Nemirovsky - Tragic Victim of Nazi Germany and Celebrated Author of Suite FrancaiseIrenen Nemirovsky died in 1942 in Auschwitz, a victim of Nazi Germany, but her notes for one final series of novellas, a chronicling of the German occupation of Paris survived with her daughter to be published over 60 years later.
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The Influences Behind George Lucas's Star Wars TrilogiesThere are dozens of theories postulated by fans of where and how George Lucas compiled his epic Star Wars trilogies. However, Lucas has actually cited specific influences himself in interviews.
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Tenacious D Brings Their Rock Spectacular to SeattleTenacious D's February 17th show in Seattle, WA was an incredible display of epic rock showmanship and classic Jack Black comedy.
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The Resurge of Retro Gaming and Where to Get Those Hard to Find Gems of Video GamingThe retro games of our childhood are nostalgic reminders of how great simplicity can be. With the growing up of that generation, how are the game companies reacting and where can you find copies of your favorite NES games of old.
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An A-Z Guide to RPG GamingThe acronym littered world of RPGs is hard enough to dissect without a proper glossary. Consider this your first stop for all things turned based, random battled, or just plain crazy other-worldly.
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Rhetorical Technique in Eisenhower's 1957 Inaugural AddressAn analysis of the rhetorical techniques as used by Eiseinhower in his second inaugural address.
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Discussing Beowulf - the Power of Speech in the Classic PoemWhat motivates and encourages the actions of each hero in the classic alliteration of Beowulf? Is it that each character's words directly motivate another to act?
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Narrative Structures in Herman Melville's Bartlebyand Franz Kafka's the MetamorphosisA comparison study of the narrative structures as described in two of the great short literary works of their time.
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Reflection of a Protagonist in Mario Vargas Llosa's,Aunt Julia and the ScriptwriterThe novel is about young Mario, but the role of the two title characters is key in highlighting and offsetting the importance of that young character due to his own blandness, in a similar manner to Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby.
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Animal Parallelism in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight: The Importance of the HuntIn Gawain and the Green Knight, the use of animal symbols is focused to the point of directly utilizing the act of hunting; Gawain himself becoming a symbol in his own narrative, both the hunter and the hunted.
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The Division of Fantasy and Reality Through Reflection in The MatrixThe use of reflections, in glasses, glass, and the fabric of reality itself help to delineate what is and what is not real in the Wachowski Brothers' The Matrix
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Battle for Iwo Jima - the History Behind Clint Eastwood's Oscar Nominated FilmsThe Battle for Iwo Jima was a 36 day long assault by US Marines on Japanese soil to gain a foothold in the Pacific. Clint Eastwood's films are poignant recreations of those days.
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The Science and Promise of Nuclear FusionAs we enter an energy crisis, alternate forms are necessary to keep us from running out of the fossil fuels on which we rely. Nuclear fusion has long been the holy grail of alternate energy sources.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #10 Singin' in the RainThe Gene Kelley musical, rated as the greatest musical of all time, is also the 10th best film of all time according to the AFI.
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #9 Seven SamuraiAkira Kurosawa's epic masterpiece is the ninth best film according the users of IMDB.
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #10 The Empire Strikes BackThe second Star Wars film is regarded as the greatest by the users at IMDB, rating as the number 10 film of all time.
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Using Joseph Campbell's Hero Quest in "The Tale of Genji"Murasaki Shikibu's The Tale of Genji is a classic of world literature and the first novel ever written. It stands as a work of monumental importance and it's protagonist still fits the classic archetypes of the classic hero as outlined by Joseph Campbell.
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Mikhail Bulgakov and the Master and Margarita; Thumbing His Nose at Soviet RussiaAs one of the truly great Russian writers of the last century, Bulgakov was unfortunate enough to live under Stalinist rule. His greatest work was an eviscerating attack on that regime.
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The Great Akira Kurosawa's Samurai EpicsAkira Kurosawa made 28 films in his life, and a third of them were samurai epics. His career was one of the greatest of any director of the 20th Century, and these films are all reasons why.
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #8 Pulp FictionTarantino's first full budgeted film changed how movies were made in the 90s, and its pretty darn cool too.
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How to Build Your DVD Collection for Less MoneyDVDs are expensive, and for the collectors among us irresistible, so why not do whatever you can to find them cheaper than your local Best Buy.
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Application Tips for the College Bound SeniorThe college application process is a long and arduous journey; don't let it get you down by not being prepared.
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How to Not Go Broke when Going Out to the BarIt's easy to wake up the next day and find that your wallet is significantly smaller than when you last remembered, but keep in mind, you don't have to go broke when you go out.
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A Guide to Your 2008 Presidential CandidatesThe field is getting crowded quickly and it's easy to forget that there are more than just Hilary Clinton and Barack Obama running. Here's a quick list of who's currently running and where they're coming from.
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How to Write an Epic PoemThe oldest and most enduring of literary art forms, the epic poem. Here's a basic how to guide to getting started on your own.
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #7 Schindler's ListThe seventh most important film according to the IMDB users is Schindler's List, by far one of the best movies of the 1990s.
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Supreme Court Overturns $79.5 Million Settlement Against Cigarette ManufacturersOn Tuesday, the Supreme Court overturned the $79.5 million reward in the case of Mayola Williams against the tobacco companies.
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Australia Announces Plans to Do Away with Incandescent Light BulbsThe Australian Environmental Minister announced Tuesday plans to phase out the use of the incandescent light bulb in favor of more energy efficient fluorescent bulbs over the course of the next 3-8 years.
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Dispute Over Burial of James Brown Finally ResolvedThe long dispute burial of James Brown has finally been resolved, nearly 2 months after his death. The singer will be laid to rest in the next few days at an undisclosed location.
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XM and Sirius Satellite Radio Giants Agree to MergerThe two biggest names in satellite radio have agreed on terms to a merger that might put the two in the hotseat as FCC rules and anti-trust laws loom.
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Zhang Ziyi is Not Japanese - but These Celebrities AreThere aren't too many Japanese celebrities in America these days, but their influence is growing with the influx of cultural export. Here a few names you've probably heard and if not, will soon enough.
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Must Read Books in the Magical Realism GenreThe magical realism genre is a little known subset of quirky, thoughtful literature started by Kafka and Borges. Here are some of the best books in the genre to get you acquainted.
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An A-Z Guide to the World of Final FantasyThere are so many terms and phrases in the video gaming world, it's hard to know what your friends and family are talking about sometimes. Here I present a primer for the key phrases any Final Fantasy initiate or family member should be aware of.
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A Short History of Square-EnixThe software giant that brings the world it's RPG gaming has a long and interesting past, from humble beginnings and near bankruptcy to a level of popularity that could literally cripple schools and workplaces.
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The History of the Moleskine JournalThe moleskine, famously used by Bruce Chatwin has a huge following today due to its mythological aura as well as sleek design.
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Basic Tips to Journaling like a ProThe art of journaling is necessary for any halfway decent writer. There are some tricks to the trade you can learn. Here are a few of my favorites.
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Thinking Back on the Launch of the Nintendo Wii - Why It's WinningThe Nintendo Wii had an amazing launch and I was there for every second of it. Why can't the PS3 match up and why is the Wii so much fun?
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The Import of Asian Films and Why Miramax is Destroying ThemMiramax and Sony have started importing more and more asian films to the US market. Why though must they insist on butchering them endlessly in an attempt to dumb down the material for an American audience?
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #8 On the Water FrontMarlon Brando stars in this classic politically charged tale of a washed up fighter working the docks and his run in with gangsters who run it. It's the number 8 film of all time according to AFI.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #7 The GraduateDustin Hoffman's foray into films started with this crowd pleaser and classic coming of age tale, The Graduate, AFI's number 7 film of all time.
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #5 The Good, the Bad, and the UglyIMDB's fifth best rated film of all time, Clint Eastwood in The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
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How to Get Your Book Collection AutographedSome tips on how to go about turning all of your books into autographed books.
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #6 CasablancaThe users at IMDB have marked Casablanca as the sixth best film ever made.
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Defining Anime - the Shoujo GenreMuch as Shonen aims for young boys, Shoujo aims for young girls with it's themes and presentation. These are generally more mature, character driven shows about romance rather than fighting. Here are four to check out right away.
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Defining Anime - the Mecha GenreThe mecha genre was one of the first to introduce anime to the world. These three shows are must sees for anyone just getting interested in the whole affair.
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Defining Anime - the Martial Arts GenreThe martial arts genre in anime is one of incredible violence, massive tournaments, and goofy humor. Like the rest of the art form its a mixed bag, but these are the best of that mixed affair.
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Defining Anime - the Tournament Arc GenreSome of the most popular and biggest animes of all time, here in the states and in Japan, are the tournament arc shows that follow a group of heroes and villains facing off in long, protracted tournaments that tend to stretch over the course of a season or two.
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The Top 5 MA Rated Games for Your Gamecube (and Wii)The Gamecube started off as a kid friendly affair, but over the years a few masterpieces of the MA label popped up that you shouldn't miss. These five games are the best MA offerings around for Nintendo's last console.
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The Top 5 MA Rated Games for Your Xbox 360The Xbox brand name has always brought some of the best shooter action around for a console. Here are a few games that you should be playing if you're an MA fan and own an Xbox 360.
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The Top 5 MA Rated Games for Your Playstation 3 (and PS2)The Mature rated games niche is as big as ever, and Sony has always offered up some of the best offerings. Here are a few you should make sure to play on your shiny new PS3
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How to Stay Up All NightThe fine art of staying up all night, ignoring the sweet call to slumber is one all should learn (though few should attempt). Here are a few basic primers for keeping yourself awake through the wee hours of the night without losing it before the sun comes up.
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Must Play MA Rated Games for Your PCThe PC is the only way to play shooters and hence the MA label has thrived there. Here are three games that every PC gamer should play if they own a gaming PC.
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Defining Anime - the Harem GenreThere are plenty of genres in Anime. The Harem genre is one in which a young man is surrounded and often inundated by young women - usually with hilarious results.
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Defining Anime - the Gag Series GenreMuch like American animation, there's a subgenre in anime of oddball, mindless comedy which doesn't make much sense but draws big laughs anyways. These are the weirdest of the weird.
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Defining Anime - the Shonen GenreThere is a special sort of anime in Japan that is created and marketed (usually through magazines like Shonen Jump) specifically for young boys, the biggest market there is in television land. It's also the face of anime we tend to see on American TV.
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The Top Upcoming Games for the Xbox 360The Xbox 360 has the best software library of the three big console releases at the moment, with a full year's head start on its competition. What other gems can we look forward to as 2007 moves forward.
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The Growth and Commercialization of the Baseball Card IndustryThe baseball card collecting biz used to be for kids who wanted some bubble gum. Now it's a top tier, high dollar hobby with all the bells and whistles of something that's not very much fun anymore.
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The Top Upcoming Games for the Playstation 3The Playstation 3 is a behemoth of video gaming power. As of yet it hasn't seen the software library that Sony fans come to expect, but there are some great new options coming down the pipe line. Keep your eyes open for these hot new games.
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The Top Upcoming Games for the Nintendo WiiThe Wii is the most innovative and quickest selling of the next generation consoles. What major titles does Nintendo have planned for us as the first year of it's young life gets under way?
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The Top Upcoming Games for the Nintendo DSThe current number one handheld in the market is sure to see a huge year as the coming soon list for the Nintendo DS is a surefire best of 2007 list.
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The Top Upcoming Games for the Playstation 2The Playstation 2 isn't quite dead yet as Sony has a few gems still on the way for your gaming pleasure. Keep an eye out for these soon to be released titles.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #4 Gone with the WindA short history of the number four film on AFI's top 100 films list, Gone With The Wind.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #5 Lawrence of ArabiaThe based on a true life story of T.H. Lawrence became the fifth most important film of all time according to the AFI
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The IMDB Top 100 Films - #4 The Lord of the Rings Return of the KingPeter Jackson's epic trilogy concludes with The Return of the King, the fans' vote for the fourth best film of all time.`
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Your Basic Checklist for Building a Scale ModelWhat will you need to get started in putting together and painting a scale model of your favorite classic car? Here's a list to get you going.
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The Afi Top 100 Films - #6 The Wizard of OzThe Wizard of Oz, a musical classic starring Judy Garland is the number six film of all time according to the AFI
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John Amaechi, the First Openly Gay NBA Player, Responds to Tim Hardaway's Homophobic TiradeAfter Tim Hardaway's hateful comments on a Miami Radio Talk Show, John Amaechi responds, and David Stern distances the league from the derisive views.
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The AFI Top 100 Films - #9 Schindler's ListThe number nine film of all time according to the AFI, Schindler's List
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Ten Video Games that Should Be Turned into FilmsWith the slew of games turning into films these days, great ones are being overlooked. Uwe Boll's horrendous touch had better not come near these. These all need to be movies
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The IMDB Top 100 - #3 The Godfather IIThe third film on IMDB's top 100 films and the greatest sequel of all time, The Godfather II.
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The AFI Top 100 - #3 The GodfatherThe Godfather as the third greatest film of all time according to the AFI. One hell of a film.
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"Futurama's" Greatest Episodes - Why You Should Look Forward to Its ReturnFuturama is coming back next year to Comedy Central. Here are five episodes that'll make sure you're there when it does.
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GoDaddy.com Girl's Ads Return - Where's Something New Though?The GoDaddy.com Girl saw her third round on the Superbowl ad space this year, but it's just more of the same. The domain registration giant needs to take a step in the direction of creativity and stop relying on sex to sell.
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Bud Light Brings Carlos Mencia to Teach EnglishCarlos Mencia helps out with one of Bud Light's many new commercials, offering his signature style to a room full of guys trying to learn English.
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Garmin's Ultraman Vs Maposaurus Superbowl AdGarmin captures the true spirit of the Superbowl ad, good old fashioned pop-culture nostalgia.
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Doritos' Interesting Superbowl Ad, Cheesy Guy Crashes CarDoritos took an interesting approach to their ad campaign this year, asking for help from the nation's citizens. The results are mixed, but the idea is good.
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Sierra Mist Finally Hits Solid Note with Beard Combover Superbowl SpotSierra Mist's familiar troupe of comedians finally put together a solidly funny commercial by dressing Jim Gaffigan up like a cartoon character.
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Fedex's Moon Base Superbowl Commercial. Watch Out for that MeteorFedex's meteor flying, moon base oriented commercial does a lot of things right. It's not the best, but it's pretty good for what it tries to do.
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The Best and Worst Super Bowl Commercials of 2007The year's biggest day in advertising returns with some water cooler classics and a few mascots that need to be done for good. Which ads struck gold and which were $2.6 million wastes of 30 seconds.
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IMDB Top 100 Films: he Shawshank RedemptionAs the number two best film of all time according to IMDB's users, The Shawshank Redemption is a newer entry in the catalog of all time greats, but it's still one amazing film
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The AFI Top 100 Films: #2 CasablancaCasablanca is one of the most controversy free, straight forward Hollywood-esque films on AFI's list, and one of the best.
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Learning About Anime - an A-Z GuideA guide to all things anime, from A-Z for those of you trying to learn the basics.
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Neil Gaiman's Stardust - a Perfect Grownup's FairytaleNeil Gaiman's Stardust is the perfect tale of forbidden love and lost childhood, the quest for renewal and passing the boundaries of reality. And the new film will surely be something special.
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Heroes Chapter 2 Premiere - Best New Show on TVHeroes is one of the best shows on TV right now, and the second half of the first season starts off with a bang, bringing all the best elements from last fall back for more Superhero action
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The Death of Pop Culture - the American Idol EpidemicAmerican Idol is doing to music and television what music and television did to literature and art. Let the dumbing down of America continue...
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Family Guy - a Top 5 List of Satirical EpisodesThey're all satirical, but which Family Guy episodes do the best job of taking the landmarks of pop culture history and lampooning them without mercy. Here are five of my favorites.
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Paul Coelho's The Alchemist - a Fable for All AgesPaul Coelho's modern fable is something of a wonder to me. It evokes so much of the epic literatures of eras long since passed that when I first saw it in its 10th anniversary packaging I was confused: having seen it before and thinking it was much older than that.
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The Father of Modern Video Games - Shigeru MiyamotoA brief bio and history of the most important man in video games, Shigeru Miyamoto
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IMDB's Top 250 Films: A Short History of the GodfatherThe Godfather is one of the most popular films of all time sitting at number one on IMDB's user ranked top 250 list. Here's a short history of the film and its stars and what's made it so popular in the lat 35 years.
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Nintendo's Mario - a History of His Major AccomplishmentsMario's shown up in over 100 games. His mark on gaming is as indelible as Bogart on film, or Elvis on music. Here's a short history from his first appearance in a game against a monkey throwing barrels up to his newest space hopping adventures.
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Film Goers Paradise: Seattle's University District Movie TheatersA list and rundown of the varied Landmark Theaters in Seattle's University District, all within walking distance, and all with amazing options.
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AFI Top 100 Films - the History of Citizen KaneCitizen Kane is considered one of the greatest films of all time. It was also one of the more controversial and problematic for its director. A short history of Orson Welles' masterpiece
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Seattle's Scarecrow Video: A Movie Lover's ParadiseAs one of the largest video store collections in the world, Scarecrow is a movie lover's paradise. A must visit for all film buffs.
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Genre Bending Mystery Reading ListA list of new and old books that redefined and reworked the mystery/detective genre. Plus I like them.
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David Maine's The Preservationist - Biblical Literature Done RightDavid Maine has found a niche in literature that works for him - rewriting biblical stories for the new millennium. His first work does it best.
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Shakespeare's Macbeth as Seen in FilmEvery Shakespeare has a ton of film adaptations. Macbeth has some of the most and some of the best around. This list compiles some of the best and what they do differently.
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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient (and Modern) WorldsThe Seven Wonders of the Ancient Mediterranean World are almost all destroyed. Which Seven modern wonders should make the new list?
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The Sci-Fi Channel's "Dresden Files" Series PremiereThe television adaptation of Jim Butcher's Dresden Files is as good as was hoped, a cross between CSI and Buffy.
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Cooking Lessons for College Males and the UnemployedFor those of us that are poor, have no idea how to cook, or have a Y chromosome, I present lessons on simple cooking adventures that cost next to nothing.
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Thoughts on Labyrinths, by Jorge Louis BorgesBasic thoughts on the first three stories of Labyrinths, the most important of Borges many fiction collections
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MacGyver's Middle Aged Escape - Best of the 2006 Superbowl AdsMacGyver returns for a classic Mastercard add and brings his bag of tricks with him.
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Microchip Giants Announce Solution to Energy Loss PuzzleIntel and IBM roll out new technology for the next generation of computers. Replacing silicon with tiny metal gates.
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Upcoming Blockbusters for 2007It's looking to be a big year for the popcorn movie and blockbuster. Here's a rundown of all the major releases through the summer.
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Top 5 RPGs Around for the PCThe top five RPG options for all you top end PC owners out there. There's a couple new ones and few oldies, and the oldies are awesome.
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Top 5 RPGs Around for the Playstation PortableThe top five RPGs out there for the PSP handheld console. Here's a couple clues for you on this one: they're all ports. Well, just one clue, and a statement really.
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Top 5 RPGs Around for the Xbox (and Xbox 360)The top five RPG options around for owners of Microsoft's two powerhouse consoles. Hint: they're all made locally.
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Top 5 RPGs Around for the Gameboy AdvanceThe top five RPG options for owners of Nintendo's handheld juggernauts. Sorry folks, none from the Nintendo DS (though Final Fantasy III was a decent game)
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Otaku Nation: Anime's Unquestionable Effect on American Pop CultureThe growth and impact of anime in the American marketplace. How Japanese pop culture has infiltrated our own and become a part of all things entertainment
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The Eternal Question - Which is the Best Star Wars Film?Is it Empire, or maybe Jedi. Or could Episode III have been that good? Which of Lucas's films is the best Star Wars. I take a look.
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Top 5 RPGs Around for the Gamecube (and Wii)The top five RPGs you can buy right now for the Nintendo Gamecube (and one you should have bought already for the Nintendo Wii
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Top 5 RPGs Around for the Playstation 2A rundown of the top 5 RPGs that every fan should own and play for the Playstation 2.
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How to Be a Scrabble Pro in 8 Easy StepsScrabble is a great way to relax and get the brain working with some friends. However, you shouldn't over think it. Here are some tips to playing better without thinking harder.
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The Top Five Seattle BeachesSeattle is surrounded by water. Which beaches are best for getting out and enjoying the sunny weather. Here are a list of five of the best ones in the area.
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Good Storyboarding Software to Craft Your ProseA few good collection of strong storyboarding software to help you with putting together the organizational aspects of your writing.
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Today's Best Racing Video GamesThe racing game has come along way since the early 90s and the days of F-zero and Top Gear. Today, each console has amazing options for simulation and arcade racers. Here are a few of the best.
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A Guide to Writing Quick and Easy SestinasThe Sestina is one of the hardest, most elusive poetic forms. Here are some thoughts on making it simpler along with a classic example.
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Getting into Korean Cinema: Top 10 Korean Films in the 21st CenturyFor those uninitiated into the wonderful world of Korean cinema, I present to you a list of 10 films from the last 7 years that best show how great the future of this National Cinema is.
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The Legend of Zelda Slashes into the Next Generation: Twilight Princess ReviewThe newest Zelda adventure is not only one of the best Zeldas around, but one of the best games of all time. It's one or two simple flaws are almost impossible to notice. A masterpiece
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Seattle's University District: Used Book Stores in the AreaA list of the used bookstores in the University District and their pros and cons. Why buy new, when there are so many used options.
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A Review of John Twelve Hawkes' The TravelerA review of the cyber punk, spiritual thriller in need of a writing lesson. Where it fails and where it succeeds
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Christopher Moore's a Dirty Job - ReviewA quick review, highlighting the best points of Christopher Moore's newest novel, A Dirty Job
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Top Ten Japanese FilmsThe top ten films from Japan that you should watch for a good introduction to the Japanese National Cinema
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Writing an Essay for a Book You Haven't ReadYou forgot to read that 500 page Austen novel, and now it's the Sunday before your paper is due. Here are some good resources and tips for making it work and maybe even getting a good grade in the process.
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How to Anger a Deli WorkerAs a former deli employee I offer a few good tips for not angering the man or woman serving up your dinner.
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Lists of the Internet - For List FanaticsA few list collecting and building sites for all you fanatics out there.
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LibraryThing.com ReviewTaking a look at the varied and sundry features of one of the internet's newest sensations, the online bookshelf and community site, LibraryThing.com
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A Brief History of ZeldaA brief rundown of the 20 year history of the greatest game franchise of all time, from the NES days right up to Wii's opus.
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How to Write a College Paper in One NightIf you've ever procrastinated just a bit too long, you'll want to read on for some tips on getting a big paper project done the night before it's due.
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Mike Judge's New Comedy Idiocracy Starts Strong but Fizzles LateThe newest film from Mike Judge, 7 years in the making is a sharp satirical attack against America's lethargy, but soon devolves into the exact thing it hopes to poke fun at.
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Superbowl XLI, the Chicago Bears Take on the Indianapolis ColtsThe story lines are numerous, and each team brings a lot of baggage with them to the big game in Miami, but the final result will depend on the play of two pressured quarterbacks and two defenses that no one can be sure about.