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Taxing the Tan: Will Taxing Tanning Parlours Actually Help?Levying a new tax always leads to difficult discussion, and this new proposed tax on tanning parlors is no different. Arguments of unfair punishment, public health, and efficacy all play a part. This article discusses.
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How to Make Ghee at HomeThis article goes through a quick and easy way to make ghee, a type of traditional Indian clarified butter, from supples you can find at any grocery, not just a specialty Indian food store!
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Adult Swimming Lessons in Seattle, WashingtonIt's a good idea to know how to swim when you live in a city by the sea. Here's a guide to some places that offer adult swimming lessons in Seattle, Washington.
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Best Italian Restaurants in Seattle, WashingtonGreat Italian food isn't that hard to find outside of Italy. Seattle has a fine selection of Italian restaurants awaiting to be tasted. Here's a few on every critic's top 10.
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Kitchen Remodeling in San FranciscoKitchen remodels can be done several different ways. Here is a review of a few different options for remodeling your kitchen.
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Baby Swimming Lessons in the Chicago Metropolitan AreaFor many parents, it's difficult to locate a good place for infant swimming classes - after all, it's the health of the child in their hands. Here's a guide to some of the best baby swimming lesson available in Chicago.
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How to Make a Fall Wedding BouquetBridal bouquets are expensive, but they don't have to be - especially if you have a fall wedding. Here's a guide to some easy, beautiful materials you can find around your everyday autumnal settings to create a lovely, natural bridal bouquet.
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Top 5 Backpacking Tents for Hot WeatherWith summer approaching, many backpackers are out looking for a new tent that can take the heat. Here are a few top picks for hot weather tents.
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The Best of Portland Golf CoursesPortland, despite its lack of reputation as a golfing destination, actually boasts of some excellent greens. Here's a selection of some of Portland's best golf courses. -
How to Protect Your Home from BurglaryAs terrifying and invasive as home burglary is, it is also a surprisingly preventable crime. Here are a few tips that will get you well on your way to having a secure home.
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Winter Storms Snarl Train Routes in OregonAmtrak provides a quick, efficient way for many people to get out of the country. Riding north on the Coast Starlight through the bad weather of this last weekend, however, the experience turned from one of convenience to one of beauty. -
Budget Travel in FranceFrance is a fantastic country, and one that doesn't have to be expensive to visit - with a little common sense. Here's some easy tips to save money while traveling in France.
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Budget Travel in IrelandTravel in Europe is a dream for many, and the Emerald Isle is often considered the crown jewel of this fantasy. It's easy to make into reality, however, and not nearly as expensive as you might think.
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The Best Times of Year to Buy and Sell Homes in Portland, OregonIt's hard to buy and sell homes in today's market, but with a little attention towards when you're trying to put your home on the market - or trying to find one to buy - the process is made easy, and even a little bit cheaper. -
National Poetry Month 2009 Events in Portland, OregonApril is National Poetry Month, and Portland is celebrating it by bringing in some local - and not-so-local - poets in for readings and poetry discussions. Check them out! -
Passover, Past and PresentPassover, though a critical facet of Jewish beliefs, may present as confusing and somewhat esoteric to outsiders. Here's a quick overview of the origins of Passover in Biblical history and modern observances.
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Great Electric Scooters for Affordable PricesElectric scooters are fast becoming an affordable alternative to cars. Here's a quick guide to some of the best cheap electric scooters out on the market.
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Prada Sunglasses for 2009Prada sunglasses have the fashion cornered 2009. Here's a review of some of their best for this year.
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Tips for Pruning a Cherry TreeHere's a quick guide to how to prune a cherry tree, including before and after care and how to prevent infection and maximize healing.
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Prom Attire for Guys: How Dudes Need to DressA quick overview of what guys need to look good for prom, and how to go about it. -
Wrestlemania: A History in Televised SweatWrestlemania, the biggest professional wrestling spectacle on the air, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this coming April. Here's a quick history to how it got to where it is today.
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Lights for Indoor GardeningA quick guide to selecting the indoor gardening lights that are best for your plant growing needs.
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Spring Break RV RentalA brief guide on how to select and rent an RV for use this Spring Break.
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Irish Pubs of PortlandA brief guide to the best of Portland's Irish pubs.
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Portland St. Patrick's Day EventsA brief guide to St. Patrick's Day events in Portland, Oregon, including local charity runs, festivals, pubs, restaurants and more. -
Spring Break Golf DestinationsSpring Break's coming up, and many golf lovers are itching to get away from their home turf. Here's a few suggestions for destinations for golf lovers this spring.
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A Brief History of Saint Patrick's DayA brief history of Saint Patrick's Day, with respect to both Ireland and celebrations abroad. -
2009 Super Bowl Parade Route InformationSo the Steelers won the Super Bowl again. Here's a quick guide to the celebratory parade in their hometown of Pittsburgh. -
Portland Mardi GrasA quick guide to Mardi Gras events in Portland, Oregon.
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Engagement Ring Shopping TipsA few tips on how to get the perfect engagement ring.
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Romantic Restaurants in Portland, ORA quick guide to some romantic restaurants in Portland.
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Valentine's Day Dinner in Portland on a BudgetA quick guide to some fine budget eateries to take your date to on Valentine's Day. -
Romance & Red Wine for Valentine's DayA quick guide to red wines for a more romantic Valentine's Day. -
Celebrate Carnival Brazil in BahiaA quick overview of the Brazilian Carnival festivities in Salvador, Bahia, and how they differ from those of the more famous Rio de Janeiro.
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Celebrating Brazilian Carnival Outside of RioBrazilian Carnival is one of the most vivid pre-Lent celebrations, most famously celebrated at Rio de Janeiro - but there are many other places to celebrate. Here's a quick guide.
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Rio Carnival & the Grand Parades of the SambadromeA quick guide to the crown jewel of the Carnival festival of Rio de Janeiro: the Grand Parades of the Sambadrome.
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American Heart Month Lesson IdeasSome ideas for lesson plans for American Heart Month this February, and some helpful links to get you going. -
Martin Luther King, Jr Day Events in Portland, OregonA quick guide to MLK Day events in Portland, Oregon. -
Easy Ways to Get Involved with American Heart MonthA quick guide to ways to get involved with American Heart Month this February.
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Daytona 500 Spectator Etiquette for NewbiesA quick commonsense guide to spectator etiquette at the Daytona 500 - for newbies!
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How to Get Daytona 500 TicketsA quick guide on how to get the Daytona 500 tickets and packages you want.
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How to Get Inauguration TicketsA quick guide on how to get inauguration tickets to the swearing in ceremony.
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Budget Inauguration AccommodationsInauguration. You've got the tickets, you've got your way in... all you need are accommodations, but the other two have laid waste to your budget. That's OK. You can still do this-cheaply.
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Portland Inauguration EventsThe consummation of a historic election is something to celebrate. The city of Portland has a lot of going-ons to recognize the 2009 inauguration of Barack Obama.