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Religion & Spirituality > Atheism & Agnosticism Reasons why atheism is actually a religion: 6 of 45
The central focus of any debate on religion rests on belief. That's the crux of the entire argument, whichever side of the fence you might favor. So if we're to assume that atheism is defined as the belief that there is no Deity, so atheism must inherently be classed as a religion.The very fact that atheism takes a definite s... More..
Computers & Technology > Spam Spam explained: 2 of 10
So far today I have won several million dollars on different national lotteries, got a string of "hot girls" all begging me for a date, offers for more than ample supplies of Viagra, and countless solid gold tips on how to win big at the casino.Sadly, closing my e-mail with a sigh, I realize that I'm not an international play... More..
Business > Online Business (Other) Is online shopping a better way to shop?: 5 of 24
Online shopping has grown at an incredible rate over the past few years, not because of brilliant marketing campaigns by savvy stores; simply because it's a fast and convenient way to shop for most things. Let's begin with some of the more obvious benefits.1. We Never Close!This is certainly true of online shops. Wake up swea... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Unique Gifts Online shopping in the UK: Unique gifts for Christmas and special occasions: 7 of 19
Christmas is coming and once again it's time to start looking for that special present, something a little more original than another bottle of aftershave. You want to show him you care, not just that you know where the local chemist is. So, while the goose is getting fat it's time for us to root out a few golden geese of our... More..
Entertainment > Movie Characters & Performances Johnny Depp or Gene Wilder's version of Willy Wonka: 24 of 59
Imagine as an actor being asked to take on the role of Willy Wonka in a remake of the classic movie, a role that the whole world knows Gene Wilder made his own. Then imagine the bravery in not only accepting such a challenge, but bringing to life a different and unique adaptation of the part for a new generation of viewers.Jo... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Internet sites you couldn't live without: 13 of 23
With mug of tea in hand and half a slice of toast carried in my teeth I sit down to my computer each morning and open up a browser window and there it is. Always there, always unadorned, simple and reliable, welcoming me to today's adventures in cyberspace. I'm not alone, it's not original but without Google where would we be... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift giving in the UK: How to make chocolate a special gift: 9 of 15
As a small child I was hugely excited by the sparkle and shine of that brightly coloured foil that chocolate came wrapped in. Like a shinning star bearing just a hint of the rich, velvety and oh so indulgent treat teasing me within its delicate and all too fragile wrapping. The bourgeois delight of such extravagance made choc... More..
Other The world's funniest joke: 68 of 109
It's a lovely sunny afternoon in spring. George decides to go out for a walk and as he's walking along he begins to hear a chanting noise, off somewhere in the distance. As he gets closer he notices that it's coming from the local mental institution.Intrigued to know what all the fuss is about he decides to walk past and see ... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) Is the use of parental control on your TV bad or good?: 22 of 33
Parental control functionality is a prime example of logically sound technological advancement that does not consider its implementation in respect of normal human behavioral characteristics.The problem stems not from the technology itself, which is relatively harmless, but rather the way in which it's presented to us as cons... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing & Rating at Helium Should you begin Helium articles by repeating the article's title?: 39 of 58
I've got less than a second to draw you in, to make you think I'm worth reading. Life as an article isn't easy you know. My author expects so much of me and all I can do is sit here, hoping to attract your attention with the briefest of introductions.If you're still reading of course that perfectly illustrates the point. Ask ... More..