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A nomad at heart, James W. Coates has been combining his passion for music, writing and traveling ever since his father packed the family into a green station wagon and embarked on a 21-day Canadian adventure from St. John's to Victoria, the AM radio playing

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Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Iron Man: 4 of 41
Robert Downey Jr. recreates himself as a superhero and blows away the competition with the blockbuster movie event of summer 2008, Iron Man When trailers first appeared, Iron Man looked cheap and dumb. It featured a clunky tin man wobbling out of a dark cave shooting fire from his arms. Robert Downey Jr. seemed the most unli... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Good Girl Gone Bad, by Rihanna: 1 of 9
On her third studio album, Good Girl Gone Bad, Barbados beauty Rihanna proves "Umbrella" was no one hit wonder. Teaming with today's hottest producers, musicians and hip-hop stars including Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z and Ne-Yo, Rihanna delivers the definitive disc of her career crafting the hottest dance-pop albu... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes The future of CDs in a music market centered on computers, mp3s and iPods: 2 of 7
Declining CD sales reflect the sad state of popular music, not the rise of MP3's, computers and iPods. While it's true that sales of the beloved CD technology aren't those of 20 years ago, the quality of the music isn't either.If 45's didn't kill the record, and cassette singles didn't kill the cassette album, where is the lo... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Issues (Other) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): Symptoms and treatment: 11 of 34
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that causes slight to severe pain in the abdomen, bloating, cramping, constipation and diarrhea. While never fatal, IBS makes life unbearable to sufferers. This common disorder affects one in five people at any time of their lives with most cases oc... More..
Travel > United States Travel destinations: Mammoth Lakes, California: 1 of 3
Mammoth Lakes, California The Name Says It AllMammoth Lakes California, one of the Golden State's premier destinations, offers endless outdoor activities for the whole family any season of the year. Nestled in the Eastern Sierra Region, the perfect weekend getaway is easily accessible from major highways and the eastern gate ... More..
Travel > United States Guide to fishing near Mammoth Lakes, California: 1 of 3
Fishing in Mammoth Lakes, CaliforniaMammoth Lakes California, offers some of the best fishing experiences in the Golden State. Easily accessible from most of California's major highways, this premier fishing spot nestled in the Eastern Sierra Region, offers the perfect weekend fishing getaway.Fishing season in Mono County beg... More..
Local Guides > Las Vegas Enjoying the Las Vegas Strip: 9 of 26
Las Vegas's famed strip delivers on all the burlesque, the grotesque and hedonism that has come to define its tarty reputation. Over the years, "Sin City" has had more facelifts than Cher (who now alternates with Bette Midler for nightly performances at Caesar's Palace). The city now fancies itself a family-friendly reso... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Ideas for road trips on a budget: 4 of 10
Budget guide to road trips Cheap ideas & tips for vacations and adventures in your car or RV Rising gas prices needn't deter budget travelers from heading out on the highway.Nothing beats the freedom of loading up the car and adding extra miles between you and home. With a little planning, a good road trip opens your ey... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Hard Candy, by Madonna: 2 of 5
After a career that has spanned 25 years, multiple sound directions, Grammy's, films and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Madonna delivers "Hard Candy", her 11th studio album. Where in the past she has strived to re-invent herself, creating new trends and catapulting young producers into the limelight ... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Getting to and around Whistler, British Columbia: 2 of 4
Most travelers to Whistler, BC arrive by car from Vancouver via Highway 99. However, you can fly, take the bus or for a comfortable and scenic tour, ride the rails into one of the world's prettiest alpine villages.Getting to Whistler by CarPersonal Cars - From Vancouver, the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway journey takes about two h... More..