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Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care Causes of toenail fungus: 1 of 7

Toenail fungus, known by medical professionals as onychomycosis, is a fairly common affliction. Though it is rare in children, the risk of getting toenail fungus increases with age, and about half of all people will have it by age 70. Toenail fungus causes the infected nail or nails to become discolored, turning yellow or br...
Entertainment > Directors & Film Makers David Lynch's influence on filmmaking today: 1 of 6

The influence of David Lynch on filmmaking today extends to both visual style and plot. His twisted stories about the darker side of human behavior have attracted a cult following. David Lynch is still best known by some for his short-lived television series "Twin Peaks". The concept may have been a bit ahead of its time, wi...
Health & Fitness > Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sexually transmitted diseases: Chancroid: 1 of 4

Chancroid is a sexually transmitted disease that is caused by the bacteria Haemophilus ducreyi. It is a genital ulcer disease, characterized by one or more painful ulcers on the genitalia. The incidence of chancroid is still rare in western industrialized nations, though it does seem to be increasing. It is much more common ...
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care Fixing and preventing hangnails: 1 of 4

Hangnails are small pieces of dead skin that split off from the side or base of a fingernail. They often catch on clothes and papers, which can be painful. Luckily, fixing and preventing hangnails is fairly easy. When you notice a hangnail, your first instinct may be to bite or tear it off. That is not a good way to take car...
Entertainment > Directors & Film Makers Notable appearances of directors in the films of other directors: 1 of 4

It is almost standard practice for a director to make a cameo appearance in his own film, but there have been some notable instances of directors appearing in the films of other directors. Of course we have to exclude famous actors who went on to become directors, such as Ron Howard, Rob Reiner, Clint Eastwood and more recen...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Weight concerns and your toddler: 3 of 9

A study published in the September 2006 issue of Pediatrics found that 60% of children who were overweight during their preschool years were still overweight by age 12. Numerous studies have shown that children and teenagers who are overweight are more likely to be overweight as adults. What was once thought of as cute baby ...
Personal Finance > Stock Market The dangers of investing in company stock: 2 of 6

Though there are some good reasons to purchase stock in your employer, there are also some dangers to owning company stock. This is especially true if the company stock makes up a significant portion of your investment portfolio. Many people begin investing in their company's stock due to the ease of investing. They can sign...
Personal Finance > Credit Cards The truth about no-fee credit cards: 1 of 3

No-fee credit cards may be the best option for responsible users of credit. Sometimes a no-fee card will have a higher rate interest rate than one with a fee, however, if you are paying off your balance each month, the interest fee is not much of a concern. A person with good credit should be able to obtain a no-fee card wit...
Entertainment > Directors & Film Makers The best martial arts movie directors: 1 of 3

The best martial arts movie directors are those who brought something new to the genre and had a far-reaching and lasting impact on cinema. Akira Kurosawa is one of the most respected martial arts film directors. A trained artist, Kurosawa paid tremendous attention to the visual details of costume and set design. His films w...
Entertainment > Directors & Film Makers International filmmakers' influence on American cinema: 1 of 3

International filmmakers have a history of influence on the American cinema. This impact can be seen in the original works of American filmmakers and in the American adaptations of foreign films today. Jean-Luc Godard is probably the most influential of the French New Wave directors. He is know for his innovative techniques,...