Jim Kelly
Graduated cum laude in 2010 with degrees in Political Science, Law and Justice, and Liberal Studies with a concentration in International Studies. I enjoy sports, books, politics, and entertainment.
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B.A. in Political Science, Law and Justice, and Liberal Studies, with a concentration in International Studies.
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Displaying Results 1 - 162 (of 162) for Yahoo! Voices
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Modern Day Robin Hood'sWebsites with TV shows, P2P sharing, Drop Box, hacking. The entertainment industry is a multi-billion dollar machine, that is being hijacked by young people willing to take the risk by pirating music, movies and television for the rest of the world. -
Top 5 Ways to Stay Fit at WorkDoing the little things throughout the course of your day can keep you enough in shape that you'll feel more motivated and have more energy. -
2011 Halloween CostumesHalloween is right around the corner and the summer blockbusters have paved the way for many costumes to appear and re-appear this year. -
The Perfect Baseball SwingMany young baseball players are taught to swing a certain way, however, after some time looking and reviewing all types of swings, one thing brings out the best in hitters: their hips.
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Vacation Tips for Your HomeMost people have a routine set out for when they leave for a long vacation, but there are some things that should be done to not only help out your bills but for your safety.
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AbortionThis is a debate that has carried on ever since Roe v. Wade was handed down in the Supreme Court, and it shows no signs of ever being resolved in a country that is full of strong opinions and beliefs. -
One Day, One Job WebsiteWith an increasing level of unemployment in our country, many young Americans are turning to the Internet to search for jobs throughout the country, and none may be as helpful or useful as One Day One Job.
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Blackjack BasicsBlackjack is the most popular card game in the world and it is one of the most challenging yet beatable games you can play at a casino. -
Top Ten 2010 Halloween CostumesHalloween is one of the most colorful and imaginative holidays of the year, and this year there is no exception.
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Mosque at Ground ZeroOne of the biggest controversies in the past few months has been about the proposed Mosque at the site of Ground Zero. Here is why these plans should indeed go through. -
Top Ten Shortstops of All TimeShortstop is the position everyone wants to play when they're younger. This list encompasses the ten best to ever play the game. -
Arizona and Obama Do Not See Eye to Eye on ImmigrationEven before Arizona passed the toughest laws on immigration in history, Obama knew that it may bring up certain civil rights questions.Also published on:
- Yahoo! US News
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Uncommon Football TermsFootball has a language all its own, and for the casual fan they may be confused when they hear some of it. Here is a simple guide to understanding some of the uncommon terms.
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Informal Baseball TermsBaseball has plenty of formal terms, but it is the informal terms that make the game even more special.
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Top Ten Third Basemen of All TimeThroughout history third base has been manned by some of the best players in the world, here is a list of the best ten of all time.
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How to Find the Best Batting GlovesAlmost every Major League player today wears batting gloves, which means almost every Little Leaguer today wants to wear them too.
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Moving on from Sports to PoliticsMoving on from writing about sports all the time, to try and become a political writer.
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HandballThe little known sport of handball offers a combination of different sports that will boost your stamina and give you an incredible workout.
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Top Five Players in the NBAThe NBA is as great as it's ever been and on every team there is at least one great player, here is a list of the top 5 players.
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Best Football CleatsFootball is slowly becoming the most popular sport in America and football cleats are beginning to hit the mainstream, knowing what to look for is huge in gaining a step on your competitors.
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Top Ten "Alleged" Juicers in BaseballThe steroid era was filled with sluggers, some more infamous than others.
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Best Baseball CleatsOne of the first things you do in the beginning of the baseball season is buy new cleats, here is a guide on what you need to look for and what you need to avoid.
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Four Reasons High School Baseball Should Use Wood BatsAluminum bats in high school baseball is a trend that is coming to an end as teams head back to using the original wood.
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How to Play QuartersMany new drinkers are unaware of the games that actually make drinking more fun. Quarters is a relatively easy game with a simple set of rules.
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Why South Park is Good for UsWhen parents try to keep their kids from watching "dirty" shows they might be keeping them from an unorthodox education.
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Top Ten Hitters in the Major Leagues in 2010The MLB is filled with powerful players and scary hitters, in 2010 look out for these hitters to keep opposing teams on their toes.
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How to Steal Third BaseBaseball is a game of inches and strategy, and swiping third base is often a make or break deal in any game.
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A Simple Spice GuideEver walk into the spices isle in the supermarket and not know what spices are good for your meals? This article will help you depict which spice is right for you.
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The Hand TestThe hand test is a simple test using just your hand to be able to tell if the meal your ordered up at the restaurant is cooked the way you want it. -
Survival ToolsAre you into adventure? Do you like being out in the wilderness? Do you know what you need to survive?
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How to Get Rid of a HangoverDrinking is one of the most widely acceptable practices of drug use in America and around the world, and a common result of drinking is the hangover. -
Vocabulary for the 21st CenturyWe live in an age of instant and fast communication, here is a guide for all the knew "words" that are being used.
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Poker HandsAre you a beginner at poker and don't exactly know what hands are good or bad? Here is a simple guide to help you along the way.
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Paying Students for GradesTexas is one of the states that is experimenting with a new program that would reward students up to $200 a year for good grades. Will it work?
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Anthony PorterAnthony Porter was on death row in Illinois, until it was found out he was innocent.
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The International Criminal CourtThe ICC is a hotly debated topic today and it may be doomed.
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Ten Least Intimidating Hockey Team NamesHockey is fast and exciting, but some NHL team names fall short of being intimidating.
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Best Quarterbacks in NFL HistoryIn light of Peyton Manning's Super Bowl loss, a lot of people are saying his legacy is tarnished. I disagree.
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Most Intimidating Stadiums in the NFLNot a lot of teams enjoy taking to the road in the NFL. The hostile environments, the rowdy fans and small locker rooms make these places the hardest places to play in football.
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Top 10 Baseball PitchesBaseball is a sport of growth and development, and throughout the years new and better pitches have come about.
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Ten Least-Intimidating Baseball Team NamesThe Diamondbacks and the Tigers may be the only two intimidating names in baseball, while the rest seem to share non-intimidating factors.
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How to Throw a Circle Change-UpAll off-speed pitches are good to have, but the change-up, especially the circle change can be one of the most effective pitches in baseball.
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Greatest Laker Ever - Kobe? West? Somebody Else?With Kobe Bryant becoming the leading scorer in Lakers history, the question has to be asked: Who is the greatest Laker ever?
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Best Stadiums in Baseball - from New, Shiny to Classic, HistoricalThese ten stadiums inspire awe among not only players but fans alike.
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Technology - Leading the Decline of ConversationTexting and instant messaging have a huge impact on our culture today, but it isn't necessarily a good thing.
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Michael Jordan's Hall of Fame SpeechMichael Jordan is the best player in NBA history. And when he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame a few months ago, he was criticized for his arrogant speech. But it was classic Mike.
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How to Throw a CurveballThe curveball is the perfect off-speed pitch for good pitchers; learning how to throw it is necessary if you want to become a good pitcher.
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United States' Role in International DisastersThe United States is the world leader in almost every category imaginable. To disregard foreign nations going through tough times is not only wrong but morally reprehensible.
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Why the Winter Olympics Are BetterWhen an event comes around once every four years, it is special. But the Winter Olympics have an edge over the Summer Games.
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Shooting Free ThrowsFree throws are simple. But if you don't know what to do, you will find yourself failing more often than not.
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Recognizing Baseball PitchesHitting a fastball is considered one of the hardest things to do in sports, although baseball players will tell you they would rather see a steady dose of fastballs than anything else.
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Get Rid of Your ColdColds are common and during the winter season, but there are also some ways to get rid of that nasty cold.
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Tips for Staying ThinGoing to the gym is a lot of work and effort. Yet when you ask most in-shape people how they do it, they say they never even step foot in a gym. Here are five simple ways to keep the fat off.
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A Crucial Moment in the Movie The VerdictPaul Newman stars in The Verdict and here is an opinion of an important moment in the movie.
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The Trial of Mumia-Abu JamalProbably one of the most famous death penalty cases in the world is surrounded by mystery and debate.
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Striking Down Depiction of Animal CrueltyAnimal cruelty has been at the forefront of the news media thanks to the infamous actions of one Michael Vick. However, the case of Robert Stevens, is an exception.
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Sartrean ExistentialismDive deep into the mind of Jean-Paul Sartre through his book Nasuea
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Even Dr. Pepper Knows, Slower is Better - Slower is BetterEver see that commerical with Dr. Dre promoting Dr. Pepper, and he says "slower is better, trust me I'm a doctor"? Even though he isn't really a doctor, he is most definitely correct.
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Holly on Victoria Street: First Person Account of Nights in a Haunted HouseIn my college town I often spend the night at a large house on Victoria Street, where a spirit roams the house and often lets you know it's still there.
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The Workings of Cats' EyesCats are very mysterious creatures surrounded with lure and history. One of their most important attributes are their eyes.
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Andy Pettitte: A Future Hall of Famer and Yankee LegendAndy Pettitte is probably the most clutch post season pitcher of all time and his triumphs in the playoffs and solid regular seasons for the past decade in a half will have him on the short road to Cooperstown.
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How to Unclog a SinkFixing a clogged sink is nothing to hard as long as you know what to do. Follow these steps and never call for help in this area ever again.
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J.Crew Has a Stranglehold on Trendy JeansOne of the best kept secrets in the fashion world though, believe it or not, is J.Crew's jeans. They offer somewhat pricey jeans that will show off your fashion sense and legs.
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Fixing a Hole in Your WallHoles in dry wall are no fun to fix, but there is a simple strategy for doing so.
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Win Every Game You PlayWinners are hard to come by because they often don't have the right attitude.
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4 Ways to Maximize Your MusclesWhen a lot of people head off to the gym they spend their time doing workouts half-heartedly so not to embarass themselves. If you want to get the most out of your time there, follow these tips.
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Become a Younger YouMen like women, want to appear younger. There are actually several ways in which to appear like a younger man.
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Tying a Tie for BeginnersTying a tie is almost like unlocking a door to becoming a man.
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The Fourth Kind PreviewThis thriller of a movie will keep you entertained and remove the skeptic in you.
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5 Reasons Avatar Will Be a Huge HitAvatar has been in the works for years now and is finally being brought to the silver screen this December.
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Top Five Winter LagersHere's a list of the top 5 winter lagers for the holiday season.
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Top 5 Christmas MoviesWe all have our favorite Christmas movie, you know the one you watch on Christmas Eve every year? Well, here's a list of my top 5 Christmas movies of all time.
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3 Ways to Conserve GasGas prices are rising again, here's how to save some money and save the o-zone.
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Artist of the Day: PhoenixWith some breakout hits and catchy tunes, Phoenix will be hitting the United States hard sometime soon.
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How Video Games Help Athletic PerformanceMany parents chew out their kids for playing video games instead of getting outside and palying. In fact, I believe playing sports video games can actually improve on field perfomance.
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How Sports Teams Got Their NamesI did a first part on how some teams got their names, and decided that I knew a few more stories, so here are five more.
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Why the Lakers Will RepeatAfter winning it all last year, the Lakers held on to some of their key free agents while adding a controversial yet dominating star.
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Football in Los AngelesProfessional football has been absent from Los Angeles for quite some time now, but with the building of a new super stadium on the brink, L.A. is primed to get its football back.
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Ernest Hemingway's Ways to Become a ManErnest Hemingway is one of the great American authors and is often considered to be a man's man. He had a guideline for joining the club of manhood however.
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Why Florida Will Win the BCS ChampionshipFlorida will once again reign supreme over the rest of college football because they have the three ingredients that makes championship teams.
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The All-Time Yankee LineupThe New York Yankees have won 40 pennants and 26 World Series (working on number 27) and their all-time lineup is unmatched.
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How 9 Sports Teams Got Their NamesEver wonder how some sports teams got their names?
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Glassboro: An Emerging College TownRowan University and the town of Glassboro have made a deal to evolve their town and school into a premier college town.
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Artist of the Day: Motion City SoundtrackMotion City Soundtrack has some of the most catchy tunes and best lyrics around for a mid-level famous band. This article sheds some light on its group members and hit songs.
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Steve Phillips: A Career of ProblemsFromer ESPN baseball analyst Steve Phillips was fired over the weekend due to an alledged affair with a female intern.
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Why the Colts Will Win the Super BowlThe Indianapolis Colts are far and away the best team in the NFL this year and are built and poised for a Super Bowl ring.
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Top 5 Underrated Fantasy Basketball PlayersWith basketball season right around the corner, a ton of people will be joining and competing in fantasy basketball leagues. Here are some under rated players you should consider for your team.
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Kierkegaard's Existentialist PhilosophyExistentialism is a tough subject to comprehend and understanding one man's view point on simple subjects can help in the progress of learning the whole subject.
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Challenging an AthleteThe professional athletes of today are not super human, they are however in that place because of what they accomplished in situations where very little was expected of them.
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Build a Better Body Without Going to the GymBuild a better body without going to the gym and become Superman or Superwoman.
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10 Things We Should Bring BackRemember the good old days? Remember when everything was just right and nothing could go wrong? Take a look at some things that I think should be brought back.
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5 New Year's Fitness Resolutions to MakeEvery year people around the world make a long list of resolutions for the new year and only some keep them. Here is a list of 5 resolutions you should make for 2010.
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Getting Back to the GymA lot of us don't have time to make it to the gym as often as we'd like. We also usually have an excuse for not going, here are some simple ideas to get you back to the place you shouldn't have left.
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Minimize that Runny Nose and Sneeze You Get Every SeasonWho actually enjoys getting sick?
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Gym EtiquetteUnsure of what to do or how to act ata gym? This article examines the unwritten and sometimes written rules of gym etiquette.
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Simple Ways to Save MoneySaving money is hard, but follow some of these hints and you'll be looking at some extra pocket change this month.
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3 Ways to Drop Weight FastWith Halloween around the corner and then the holidays a lot of people are going to try to lose some weight to fit into their costumes and fit more turkey into their stomachs. Here are some simple ways to do so.
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Don't Buy from Wal MartWal Mart has made billions on cheap products that they buy in masses and end up doing more harm than good. Stop buying from this mogul giant.
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Helpful Sports Tips: Part FourA few simple ways to improve your athletic prowess.
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Helpful Sports Tips: Part ThreeStay on the field and in the game longer with these tips.
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Helpful Sports Tips: Part TwoWe all love sports, this second part will give you more hints to succeed at sports.
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Helpful Sports Tips: Part OneMen love to compete, and we love to win. We hate being the only one that fails or can't do something. Here are some helpful hints to improve some of your athletics.
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7 Tips for College FreshmenEvery year thousands of kids go off to college for an experience of a lifetime. Some though,a re unprepared and don't have an older sibling to learn from.
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Fashion Mistakes You Should Not MakeWe've all fallen under arrest of the fasion police now and then, here are a few fashion mistakes you should never make.
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NFL Week 6 Power RankingsWeek 5 was a lot of fun to watch, including the Monday night thriller in Miami. Here is a list of how the league stacks up as of 10/13/2009.
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How to Get Ahead in BusinessThere are certain aspects of business leaders, certain qualities and patterns they choose not to share with you because otherwise anyone could rise to the top.
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5 Foods that Will Keep You FullWe all eat too much of the wrong foods, eat these once in awhile and be amazed of how full they actually keep you.
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The 5 Things Every Guy Should Have When They Go OutGuys don't really need much when they go out to a club or a house party, but these things are vital to a good night.
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Live a Better LifeIn a rut? Can't get out of it? Try some of these to make yourself feel a bit better.
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5 Ways to Lose Weight by EatingWe all love to eat and we all love to eat a lot, follow this guidline to eating and never be hungry and lose weight at the same time.
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Tim Tebow for the HeismanMany people are undecided on who the Heisman award should go to this year because no player is stepping up and proving he is head and shoulders better than the rest of the field. I disagree.
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Sleeping Abroad in the Most Unusual PlacesWhen we travel we all use the expression "When in Rome" and usually don't stick to it and go back to our comforts. If you're planning on traveling abroad this holiday season, check out some of these unusual accommodations.
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6 Hot Video Games for the HolidaysHaving a rough time picking out gifts for your kids this year? Video games are rapidly becoming more and more popular (hard to believe right) and this guide will help you pick out the best ones in 2009.
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iPod Shuffle Should Be on Everyone's Christmas ListWalkmen, CD Players, and Boomboxes are all but extinct. We're in an age of the mp3 and a library of thousands of songs instead of flipping the tape over or changing CD's. The iPod Shuffle has come along and become one of the best deals this season.
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6 Easy Ways to Make MoneyDo you need a little extra cash? Don't want to work too hard for your money? Try some of these hints and cash in.
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Original Halloween Costumes for 2009Do you want to be original this Halloween? Do you want to stand apart from what everyone else is wearing? Give these ideas a shot.
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10 Ways to Cheat at the GymDo you want to maximize your potential and look and feel better than ever before? Follow these useful tips and you most definitely will! -
6 Tips to Save Some MoneyWe all tend to spend way too much on not enough and then question where the money all went? Here is a quick guide to help you save some money this year.
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Rich Rodriguez, Coach of the Michigan Wolverines, Should Win Coach of the YearRich Rodriguez has his Michigan Wolverines playing the game like they should have been playing the past two years. Hard nose defense and a crafty quarterback with spectacular end of the game decisions makes Rich Rod, Coach of the Year.
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Dodgers Complete the Sweep of St. LouisThe Los Angeles Dodgers won their NLDS best of 5 series last night against the Cardinals propelling them into the NLCS, possibly as the hottest team in baseball.
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Another Yankee Classic for the AgesGame 2 of the ALDS between the Yankees and the Twins was an instant classic. The Yankees, who are now 9-0 against the Twins this year with 4 walk off wins, showed why they're the best team in baseball.
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Trick or TreatersA Halloween Haiku!
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15 Ways to Stay Fit Without Going to the GymHate going to the gym? Enjoy your free time and don't feel like you have enough of it to spend keeping in shape? Use some of these hints to help stay fit!
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2009 NFL Week 5 Power RankingsAs Week 5 came to an end Monday night, we saw some teams falter over the weekend and some teams soar. Here's a look at the updated power rankings.
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Top 10 Movies of All TimeEver wanted to watch some of the best movies ever made but couldn't come to a consensus on which ones were the best? Here's a list to help you out.
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Best Basketball ShoesEver pick out a pair of basketball shoes and just know they were the right ones, just to find out later that you made a raw deal and the shoes are already falling apart?
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Most Unique Places to Sleep in the U.S.Tired of staying in the normal hotel room with the same views? Want to get away to a romantic place? Use this list to plan your next trip.
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2009 MLB PlayoffsWhat you can expect this October when pitching and defense wins championships.
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Quick Tips to Fight H1N1A quick look into what you need to do to protect yourself from the swine flu.
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2009 NFL Super Bowl PreviewPredictions on who will make the playoffs and who will go to the Super Bowl in 2009.
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The Dating Dilemma: How the Past and the Future Have Ruled Our WorldAn indepth look on the world of dating from the past to the present and the future.
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Dating: A Cumulative PracticeThis persuasive argument dives into the world of dating through research and personal experiences.
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How the Influence of the Media Creates the World Around UsAn article on the influences of media in todays world and the world of the future.
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Signing of a Social Contract: Locke, Hobbes, and Plato on the Duties of CitizensA short essay on the views of some famous philosophers and their ideas of a social contract.
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Socrates for President: A Look at the Importance of Political Life in Ancient TimesThis short essay offers a comprehensive answer to how philosophers such as Socrates and Plato viewed the duty of political life and the leaders of a political system.
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Father Faceoff: Burke and Mill Debate on Various Aspects of PoliticsAn essay regarding the father of conservatism, Burke, and the father of liberalism, Mill.
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Family and Friends, Education and History: What Americans Should Value the MostA opinion paper on what I believe our generation is losing touch with.
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The Uses of the Power of Invisibility: What Would You Do?Philosophers debate what they and others would use the power of invisibility for, good or evil?
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Capital Punishment: The Death Penalty History and ArgumentsThis research paper was done for an American Government class. It shows the long history of the death penalty and the arguments that are continually being made, both for and against.
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The Most Dominant Animal: Mankind is on Top of the FoodchainAn article showing the relationship between man and his fellow animals.
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Marriage: It's Time that We Stop Turning Up Our Noses and Live in an Open and Fair SocietyA short opinion article on the rights of marriage.
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Is Marriage Forever?A quick summary of Phillip Hodson's article "Baby, This Is Forever."
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What Does Marriage Require?A brief look into three authors opinion's about marriage.
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Executive Powers in the U.S. Constitution: Seen by Madison, Hamilton, Jefferson, Adams, and PaineA look at some of our Founding Fathers and their views on Article II of the United States Constitution.
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Hello, Mr. Obama: A Letter from Me to YouAn educational and fictional letter written to the President.
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Michelle Kennedy's Without a Net Captures a Life Most Don't Think AboutThis editorial is about the struggles encountered by a working class mom and her children and how they fought to survive in a cruel and unforgiving world.
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Machiavelli's The Prince: Masterpiece Best Described King Ferdinand II of AragonAn analytical essay on the masterful work of "The Prince" by Niccolo Machiavelli, one of the most well thought of classical works of state and political science ever.
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Comparison Between Two Eras: A Student's Visit to the Philadelphia Museum of ArtThis artcile is told in the first person perspective of experiences of a young college student and his visit to the Philadelphia Museum of Art in 2006.
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Dr. Daedalus: Editorial on Lauren Slater's Masterful ArticleA short article pretaining to the works of Dr. Daedalus and the investigation of a maetrful writer and reporter, Lauren Slater.
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NFL Week 4 Power RankingsAfter 3 weeks of the 2009 NFL season, there are some surprises and some disappointments.
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The Death Penalty and the Effect of Homicide Rates in StatesThis research paper dives into the fact of whether there is a strong enough correlation that we can determine if the death penalty does in fact have an impact on homicide rates and if it acts as a deterrent.
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A Clash of Cultures: The Views of Americans and the Views of MuslimsThis list of ideas shows some of the views that each culture has towards each other.
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The New and Improved Way to Catch ForgersThis short article shows the world of forgers and thew new invention by European scientists that will help put an end to the likes of the Frank Abignale's of today's world.
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Gun ViolenceThis research paper was written for a criminal justice class. It contains arguments for both sides and is more infromative than persuasive.
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2009 Heisman CandidatesA brief article on the top 5 candidates for the Heisman trophy are.
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Peer Networking - No Action Without a ConsequenceThis article shows off the world of our MySpaces and Facebooks and how we should be more careful with what we put out there for the world to see.
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The Dating WorldAn article about the artform of dating, how it started and why we don't seem to follow it still today.
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Medical Marijuana and the GovernmentThis was a research paper done for a criminal justice class and focuses on the debate of medical marijuana.
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Top 10 2009 Halloween CostumesThis list contains the top 10 costumes for the 2009 Halloween season.
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Why Not Hockey?This article presents a fan's first person perspective on why hockey has lost the limelight and why it should get it back.
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Lower Your Water Bill, Help OthersThis article depicts ways to conserve water in light of the water scarcity at our doorstep. It can also save you a buck.
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Inglorious Basterds ReviewThis article is a review of the film Inglorious Basterds by Quentin Tarantino, starring Brad Pitt, Christopher Waltz, and Diane Kruger.