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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: 1 of 42

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...
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Good Girl Gone Bad, by Rihanna: 1 of 5

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 album o...
Travel > Rental Cars & Driving Ideas for road trips on a budget: 2 of 9

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 eye...
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes The future of CDs in a music market centered on computers, mp3s and iPods: 2 of 6

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 ...
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Last Night, by Moby: 1 of 3

On Last Night, Moby's first album since 2005, he recaptures the highlights of his 20-odd years of floor hopping and squeezes them into one neat portable party In a semi-conceptual way, Moby attempts to create on vinyl the excitement and fascination of New York City clubbing. Last Night bridges the arc from late 70's retro co...
Travel > California Destinations Travel destinations: Mammoth Lakes, CA: 1 of 3

Mammoth Lakes, California The Name Says It All Mammoth 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 gat...
Health & Fitness > Medical Issues (Other) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): Symptoms and treatment: 11 of 29

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 ...
Travel > Canada Destinations 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 Car Personal Cars - From Vancouver, the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway journey takes about tw...
Sports & Recreation > Freshwater Fishing Guide to fishing near Mammoth Lakes, California: 1 of 2

Fishing in Mammoth Lakes, California Mammoth 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 ...
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Lust Lust Lust, by The Raveonettes: 1 of 1

On Lust Lust Lust, The Ravonettes dispel with the polished gleam of previous record and deliver a grimier sound populated with distorted noise and disheartening lyrics. Danish duo The Raveonettes create noise on their third full length album Lust, Lust, Lust and call it music. Throughout history lust, an intense desire for a...