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Art Vandelay is a graduate student, a writer, and an educator currently living on the third planet of the Sol System. His accomplishments include a bachelor's degree in sociology and criminal justice, over a dozen writing sales, and the development of the

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Entertainment > TV Show Reviews TV show reviews: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: 1 of 15
Glamorizing the generally dirty job of evidence gathering, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation has revolutionized the crime drama, consistently ranking among the most viewed shows on television. While other programs have focused on police work and court functions, CSI is based on the science of crime, showcasing the newest techni... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Party Politics & Ideology Blind vs. discerning patriotism: 4 of 58
Some time ago, shortly after the events of September 11, one sect of American society decided that the definition of Patriotism had evolved into a new, shallow version of supporting your country. This blind patriotism is characterized by plastering yourself with the American flag, driving a massive vehicle that screams "I am... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Why do women tolerate abuse from their men?: 5 of 71
Domestic violence is an issue that has directly affected as many as one-third of all households in the U.S. It is an issue that has only recently been brought into the public sphere - until the 1970s, spousal abuse was viewed as a personal matter that was to be dealt with privately. Sadly, this backward thinking has slowed s... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss How to lose fat from thighs and hips: 2 of 28
In order to lose weight from the hips and thighs, the problem needs to be attacked on two fronts: exercise and diet. Many exercises are very effective at working the midsection and the legs including biking, swimming, squats, and other easy common workouts. Dedication is necessary as it is best to work out about five days pe... More..
Health & Fitness > Allergies Allergic reactions: Swollen lips: 1 of 14
Swollen lips can be indicative of a number of possible allergic reactions. The most frequent allergies to cause swollen lips are food allergies, usually involving peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and soy products. Other causes of swollen lips include penicillin allergy, latex allergy, and reactions to ingredients in lipstick and ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Death Penalty The case against the death penalty: 4 of 55
Administering the death penalty costs tax payers far more than the alternative sentence of life in prison without parole. Nationally, the average cost per case of the death penalty rather than life without parole is a difference of over $2 million. In Florida alone, between 1973 and 1988, the state spent approximately $57 mi... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Sports Archives MLB lining up for the 2007 World Series: The Boston Red Sox vs. Colorado Rockies: 1 of 13
Both the Boston Red Sox and the Colorado Rockies have overcome major deficits to find themselves on the biggest stage in baseball, the World Series. The Red Sox, a blend of youth and experience, are heading into their tenth World Series in franchise history. The Rockies, fueled by a host of young talent, have been in existen... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Best current television series: 8 of 103
You have five hundred channels and after scanning through all of them, you think that there's nothing good on television. But if you take a closer look, you will see that despite the drastic drop in quality of some programming, there are still many gems scattered among the sea of trash. For every disastrous attempt at progra... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics Foods rich in iron: 2 of 22
Iron in an important nutrient in the body, but it is frequently under-consumed. Iron is necessary in the development of hemoglobin, a key component of blood. If you aren't getting enough iron in your diet or you need to increase your blood's iron composition, there are a number of iron rich foods that can boost your daily in... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Sports Archives Who will win the 2008 NBA MVP award?: 1 of 11
While the media is restricting the 2008 MVP race to Kobe Bryant and Chris Paul, the NBA has boasted several franchise players who have made compelling cases for their candidacies. In addition to Bryant and Paul, Kevin Garnett, LeBron James, and Deron Williams have had excellent performances to lead their teams to great years... More..