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I love books, it's usually were I get my inspiration from. I love the news (it keeps me up to date and in touch with reality when I really

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Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center Is the accidental killing of civilians by US forces, in places like Somalia, an unavoidable part of the war on terrorism?: 20 of 115
The killing of innocent civilians is unjustifiable under any circumstances. Somalia is just another case of foreign invasion and the need to crush terrorist cells that "are controlling and ruling" an oppressed society. More than 14 years ago, the US- led invasion into Somalia to hunt and crack down terrorist networks (suppor... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US elections 2008: Super Tuesday winners and losers: 4 of 16
The race is on for what is best known as Super Tuesday, were voters went to the polls in 24 states around the U.S. Who were the winners and who were those who followed closely behind? In this race, out of the 24, three states stand out as the most important factors and prospective "voter- deliverers" for this years' presiden... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust Do you believe in love at first sight?: 48 of 96
Lust at first sight anyone? Love is a feeling of strong affection and emotion but how can one truly understand such a feeling by seeing a beautiful person at first sight? Let's face it, when you see someone for the first time, let's say a beautiful top model, you are not wondering what her personality is like or what she enj... More..
Education > High School Humanities How to prepare a child for private school: 2 of 4
Private schools are stereotypically portrayed as centers of snobbery and the rich. Many do in fact portray a sense of superiority towards their "inferiors", the public system. Why should I put my child in a private school? How can I prepare them for what's to come? Am I making the right decision and how do I guide them if th... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Artist profile: Josh turner: 1 of 1
Joshua Otis (Josh) Turner Josh Turner, famous American country music song- writer was born November 20th, 1977. This enigmatic and successful country musician made his debut on the American country music charts with his hit single "Long Black Train" and has followed on with hits and platinum records ever since. In his early ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Party Politics & Ideology Barack Obama's foreign affairs positions: 9 of 16
Barack Obama's position on foreign policy is tricky yet prominent. Some would disagree on some of Obama's views and perspectives on foreign policy, such as is the case with his statement on the invasion of Pakistan in the case of a terrorist threat, but nobody is perfect, aren't I right? Obama views foreign policy as a metho... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Politics (Other) Does America's geographic isolation make it less tolerant of other cultures?: 10 of 17
America's lack of tolerance does not necessarily root from its geographical borders. In a matter of speaking, America is open to everyone; this has always been the case. Right after the pilgrims established themselves in America during the 17th century, up until this day, Americans have opened their arms to the aid of all th... More..
Entertainment > Film Making & Production Is IMAX the future for the movie industry?: 7 of 10
The desire to increase the visual impact of movies began with IMAX. I seriously cannot find a reason for it not to reach the pinnacle of motion picture. The IMAX revolution really set in motion with the inclusion of an IMAX screen that measured 90x65 ft during the Expo of 1974. This large screen was featured in the US Pavili... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Tips for adopting a stray pet: 72 of 102
Adopting a stray pet... Just what am I getting myself into? The first thing you should do is congratulate yourself for helping and caring for a homeless pet. Second, is the stray animal really stray or just lost? Take a good look at your orphan- does he look like he's in good shape? Does he have a good shed of fur? Is he eas... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Behind the name: Noah: 29 of 41
Noah, a name of faith, rest, comfort and peace has a great history lying behind years and years of belief engulfing all the major religions of the world in one way or the other. The name also exemplifies years of tradition and culture in different nations around the world. Noah, the name, is commonly pronounced NOH- ah and i... More..