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My name is Rich Bernardo and I write as Rich Porter. My given name just doesn't have the same ring that my pen name has. I am 25 years old and I live in Connecticut, a beautiful state in the New England region of the United States. In 2000 I graduated high

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Politics, News & Issues > Terrorism Exploring the reasons behind terrorism: 3 of 39

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines terrorism as "the systematic use of terror especially as a means of coercion." It is a term that is not very specific and can be used broadly to label any individual with a radical or extreme view who inspires fear to further a cause. Terrorists come in all shapes, sizes, colors, religio... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Pinku eiga: An introduction to Japanese hardcore grindcore: 1 of 10
Pinku eiga or "pink film" is a style of Japanese soft-core pornography. Nudity and sex were very taboo in Japanese films during the years after World War II and leading up to the 1960's. Eroticism in Japanese film was first introduced with an on-screen kiss in 1946 and throughout the years more and more flesh was being shown.... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Vampires: 12 of 93
Her name was Corin. She was a beautiful woman. Although she was small and timid, she would often demand the attention of those around her. It was not a verbal command, nor was it physical. It was something cryptic, far beyond what I could comprehend at my young age of 21. I will never forget that first time our eyes met. Year... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football (Other) High school football rules: 1 of 3
High school football rules in the United States are largely similar to college rules, but are established by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). The NFHS writes the rules of competition for most high school sports in the United States and has a membership of over 17,000 schools, both public and p... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: War: 23 of 39
Unlike the first rebellion that spawned the country, where battles were fought in columns and upon open fields, American blood was spilled now on concrete, playgrounds and abandoned districts that once catered to massive industries. The sky seemed always dark, the sun almost daily hidden behind thick swaths of smoke and debri... More..
Computers & Technology > Business & Office Software Software reviews: Norton AntiVirus 2008: 6 of 10
Bad Things, Big PackagesNorton AntiVirus 2008, like its predecessors, is just another big name product that delivers no-name results. When I first owned a computer it was Norton programs that were protecting my information and my PC. Now I rely on free anti-virus software, as I get the same quality without the brand name pric... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game review: Spooky Spirits, by Legendo Entertainment AB: 9 of 9
Spooky Spirits comes right at the eve of Halloween, a fitting game for a ghoulish holiday.The game revolves around two characters, Becky and Tim, a set of siblings who are employed as Wardens in the spirit realm. Their job is to watch over the spirits, known as Spookies, so they do not haunt and frighten the innocent humans o... More..