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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: The Universe: 1 of 19

The Universe, a concept that has been under examination across the world for centuries, there is no true definition of this mass which we all live within. Scientists continue to study the universe, probing into the darkness of the skies, examining stars and planets in a search for an answer to a question which has not been a...
Arts & Humanities > Ethics Why your conscience is your own personal judge: 2 of 35

The conscience derives from the Latin term 'conscientia' which means 'a person's moral sense of right and wrong'. Within that definition alone, we have the expectation that there is a moral compass inherent within our psyche. In the past, right and wrong would have been considered 'absolutes', defined according to the social...
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Consoles & Accessories E3 2010: A look at the Xbox 360 Slim: 1 of 4

The Xbox 360 Slim has been given numerous names since its release at E3 2010. Some have dubbed it the "Xbox 360 250GB", others have called it the "Xbox 360 S" but the predominant term and official name for the latest console from Microsoft is the "Xbox 360 Slim" and the question upon most gamers minds is what makes this so d...
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Google claims that Internet censorship is the same as international trade barriers: 1 of 4

International trade barriers are the creation of political disputes and the failure to accept that the world is united in its purpose. International trade barriers are caused through the political divisions between the rich and the poor, which can also be noted as one of the economical aims of the United Kingdom; to close th...
Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts The philosophy of love: 7 of 23

The nature of love is a complex and confusion principle, one that has led philosophers to consider love with great thought and thus should be considered one of the true mysteries of life itself. It is a philosophical matter that transcends a number of disciplines including that of epistemology, metaphysics, religion, human n...
Sciences > Medical Science (Other) Will political setbacks for stem cell advocates destroy medical research efforts?: 2 of 6

Like all controversial issues which involve the dark forces of politics, there is the implication of hindrance and political intervention. Abortion was an issue across the globe as political and religious activists attempted to challenge the legislation that was being passed to help women and support the developments in medi...
Arts & Humanities > Philosophical Concepts Intellect and Emotions: 6 of 13

Intellect and Emotion are two of the diverse subjects that are often upon the mind of philosophers across the world, some stating that Intellect and Emotion cannot be united in their focus because of the differences of each one and the contradictions between the two whilst others state that such perceptions are biased and th...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Dreams: 59 of 112

The beautiful illusion of the imagination, entwined with the conscience to bring forth a delight of ideas and places that the world no longer holds within its palm. Life and all its problems no longer exist, replaced with pleasure and happiness within the world which our mind creates, to leave us free and unburdened with the...
Sciences > Medical Science (Other) Is euthanasia ethical or unethical?: 9 of 17

The word euthanasia has often been described as a merciful killing to better relieve a person of the pain and anguish forced upon them from illness, therefore leading one's family to grieve with the knowledge that the said person is no longer in pain. Often, people question the mercy of the death, perceiving that anesthetics...
Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing Does role playing provide value to literature?: 16 of 19

Roleplaying: Of Artistic Value? Roleplaying, a subject that some are familiar with whilst others aren't, it is a subject that has been in the shadows for quite some time. Quoting from Wikipedia, in roleplaying, participants adopt and act out the role of characters, or parts, that may have personalities, motivations and backg...