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I am a sophomore at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln (UNL), majoring in Agricultural Journalism. I have been published in the Gothenburg Times newspaper, Destinations.zonder.com, UNL Sower newsletter, and Author's of Tomorrow. Most of my work has been

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Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Hot Fuzz: 5 of 29

"Big Cops. Small Town. Moderate Violence." At first "Hot Fuzz" seemed like a rip-off of "Super Troopers" to me. It was a good thing I was wrong! The movie follows the career of Nicolas Angel, a constable whose career had just been moved from London to small town Sanford. Upon arrival he is taken aback by the law and order - ...
Health & Fitness > Eating Disorders Identifying common eating disorders: 2 of 10

Eating disorders are a type of mental illness. Wait Does this mean that if you watch what you eat, you're not sound of mind? Well, it depends. An eating disorder is characterized by unhealthy eating habits coupled with unhealthy beliefs about eating and body weight. For instance, someone struggling with an eating disorder wi...
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Getting over writer's block: 33 of 113

So you're Blocked. Now what? Is it fatal? Should you just give up? Writer's Block is a common affliction that affects every writer on the planet. So don't worry. You're in good company. Fortunately for us, there are things you can do to rid yourself of this "disease." - Make yourself a list. Make a list of all the things you...
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) What is Marfan syndrome?: 1 of 3

What does a queen of England, an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, an ex-captain of an Olympic volleyball team, and an ex U.S. president have in common? They all suffered from Marfan Syndrome. Marfan Syndrome is a hereditary disorder that affects the connective tissues and results in excessively long limbs and joint flexibility. As ...
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Book reviews: Grave Peril, by Jim Butcher: 1 of 3

"Harry Dresden's faced some pretty terrifying foes during his career. Giant scorpions. Oversexed vampires. Psychotic werewolves. It comes with the territory when you're the only professional wizard in the Chicago area phone book." The third installment of the Dresden Files series, "Grave Peril," is no exception. The book con...
Computers & Technology > Internet Software & Utils Software reviews: Symantec Norton Antivirus (2008): 4 of 9

Symantec has made a name for its business by using the Norton Antivirus System. For several years Symantec has dedicated their business to supplying their customers with the best quality technology. This year, it's Norton Antivirus 2008. This Norton Antivirus system a key technological tool is part of a series that encompass...
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Pirates of the Caribbean 3: At World's End: 17 of 37

"You afraid to get wet?" Davy Jones asks the perfect question to fans of the Pirates trilogy. The movie is dripping with all of the fan-gripping elements the first two are famous for. The movie continues the plot of Jack Sparrow, Will Turner, and Elizabeth Swan. This time, Will and Elizabeth must join up with former enemy, B...
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: The Secret: 3 of 6

"The Secret has traveled through centuries to reach you." Do you know the Secret? "The Secret" is a feature length documentary of the secret of life. It is said that this secret is the secret to everything: to the perfect happiness, the perfect job, the perfect spouse, the perfect life. Whatever you want. The Law of Attracti...
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews Anime reviews: Fruits Basket: 1 of 2

"A fairytale for the rejected." A 26-episode anime series based on the best selling manga by Natsuki Takaya follows the adventures - or rather misadventures of Tohru Honda and the Sohma family. The Sohma family has been cursed for several generations in such a way that whenever a member of the opposite sex hugs them, they tr...
Entertainment > TV Show Reviews Anime reviews: Chrono Crusade (2004): 1 of 2

Anime that both entertains and pulls at the heartstrings and doesn't leave a bitter taste is rare to come by. Anime always seems to entertain or to tug at the emotions never both. Chrono Crusade is a lesser-known anime that falls into this rare category. Produced by Gonzo, the 24-episode arc follows the adventures of Rosette...