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Entertainment > Movie News & Previews Most awaited upcoming horror films in 2008: 1 of 7
Every year brings a new spate of horror movies, but several of them hardly qualify as highly anticipated. When Saw V comes out this October, fans of the series will flock to theaters, but no one can legitimately claim that a movie is long-awaited once it reaches a third or fourth sequel. The horror movies for 2008 that are a... More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry How to choose earrings for sensitive, pierced ears: 1 of 7
The 80s and 90s wreaked havoc on a lot of women's ears. Giant-sized globes pulled on ear holes, quickie piercing jobs at the mall caused infections, and cheap plastic costume jewelry irritated the skin. If you've been scared away from wearing jewelry in your sore, throbbing lobes, then all I can say is...welcome back! Today ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking A look at the best trail running shoes on the market in 2008: 1 of 7
The inherent difficulty with trail running shoes is, if you're using them as they're designed to be used, they will wear out quickly. If you're a serious trail runner, you know what I'm talking about. Even if you bought a spectacular pair of runners less than a year ago, you now have a smelly pair of dingy gray monstrosities... More..
Entertainment > Characters & Performances Memorable fantasy heroes: 2 of 13
In Ancient Greece, people entertained each other with tales of the exploits of gods and goddesses. Hercules, one of the most popular heroes, was not a god but a man. The heroes we have always loved best, even back then, are the ones that seem most like us. Musclebound warriors will always exist in fantasy movies, but the her... More..
Local Guides > Las Vegas The best buffets in Las Vegas, Nevada: 1 of 6
Las Vegas may be known as the Entertainment Capital of the World, but I'd like to start a campaign to rename it the Food Capital of the World. Las Vegas' bountiful buffets are one of the main attractions of the city for foodies like me, and there are enough different ones that you could pick a different buffet each day of th... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods The history of Mexican food: 1 of 6
Many ill-informed Americans think authentic Mexican food is what you get at Taco Bell: flour tortillas, grilled chicken, mountains of shredded American cheese and a glob of sour cream. But in the hot climates of Mexico, wheat is hard to grow. Corn tortillas are much more common. And chicken? Sure, it's used in cooking, but s... More..
Arts & Humanities > History (Other) The history of the Mexican flag: 1 of 6
If you happened to be in Mexico on February 24th, you would see the flag paraded through the streets of villages and towns. You would also see the citizens raise their right arm, palm down, and then place it on their chest parallel to the heart. This is the salute given to the national flag, and you'll see it the most on the... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game reviews: County Fair: 3 of 17
The new County Fair game download makes you feel like you stepped into a time machine. Unfortunately for game lovers, that time machine only goes backwards eleven years, just before games like Roller Coaster Tycoon were invented. County Fair is a much less complex, much more monotonous, much cheaper-looking game than the one... More..
Food & Drink > Coffee The best way to clean a coffee maker: 2 of 11
In Italy during World War II, soldiers cleaned their coffee pots and cups with lemon rinds. Even during wartime conditions and without water, they knew that the most important element in brewing good coffee was clean equipment. While today we have plenty of water and a battery of sophisticated cleaning supplies at hand, the ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Caribbean & Atlantic Culture Jamaica's best food specialties: 1 of 5
Jamaica's motto is "Out of many, one people." The saying could also apply to the island's food, for out of the many ethnic groups to populate the area throughout history, one distinctive cuisine has emerged. If you are lucky enough to go on a Caribbean vacation and have the chance to sample the local delicacies yourself, the... More..