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Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Does the war in Iraq fight or fuel terrorism?: 1 of 27
I am of the opinion that the war in Iraq is guilty of both fighting and fuelling terrorism as these are not necessarily mutually exclusive. I feel that the war has opened the eyes of the public to what was already there and what, to some extent, was ignored by the rest of the world.If you want to prove that the war fuels terr... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Best video games ever: 25 of 113
The best video games I have ever played would have to be the Shining Force series on the Sega Megadrive (Genesis), the glimmering jewel of which was Shining Force II. These games were the first role-play games (RPGs) that really impressed me, I had played RPGs like Sword of Vermillion, Landstalker and Phantasy Star and while ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game review: Yummy Drink Factory, by Amaranth Games: 2 of 5
Yummy Drink Factory by Amaranth Games is a drink-stand simulation game that is fun and fast-paced but does not have much to do with factories; I guess Yummy Drink-stand' just sounds odd.There are four modes of play in Yummy Drink Factory; these are as follows:Story Mode in this mode you assume the role of a young woman who ha... More..
Sports & Recreation > Olympics (Other) Office Olympics in your workplace: 1 of 2
Office Olympics - A Beginners GuideOver the last seven or so years at my present employer, myself and a small group of employees have devised new games and sports (although these are not yet officially recognised) to help cure the ill effects of boredom and repetitive work, I would like to share the basic ideas with you.Some ... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Panic Prevention, by Jamie T: 1 of 1
Jamie T is part of an emerging musical movement including The Mystery Jets' which despite their different sounds have been grouped together and are referred to as Thamesbeat', this is due to the fact that these bands come from a similar area of South-West London. It is not possible to put Jamie T's style of music in to one ca... More..
Food & Drink > Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes: Tomato soup: 7 of 13
EASY (AND CHEAP) TOMATO AND BASIL SOUPLast winter I really fancied some tomato soup but I didn't want a weak-flavoured tin of soup. I wanted to have something with a bit more taste so I scoured my recipe books and looked online for something that would be quick but would also taste good. The following recipe is a combination ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game reviews: Puzzle Hero: 13 of 24
Puzzle Hero by Genimo Interactive is a puzzle game with Role-play game (RPG) elements, these are not new concepts but the result is an addictive amalgamation.At the start of the game you are asked to create your character, you have a choice of hairstyle, clothing and skin tone but sadly not gender, you have to play as a femal... More..
Computers & Technology > Radio & Audio Devices Where to get cheap CDs and DVDs on the internet: 2 of 3
Cheap CDs, DVDs, games and books online in the UK.When I want to buy a specific product I regularly use price-comparison websites to get the best deals. I also check out websites that I know have good deals on if I just fancy buying something as you never know what you might find.I would only use ebay if I was looking for a r... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game review: Turtix: Rescue Adventure, by Alawar: 9 of 11
Turtix: Rescue Adventure is an attractive-looking platform game by Alawar that takes place in a fantasy world full of strange beasts and quite a few talking turtles.In the game you play as a turtle called Turtix, a magician's apprentice. One day the magician (who is also a turtle) is a teaching a class of young, you guessed i... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Helium.com: 59 of 69
Your helium,Your thing of choice,May not give you a squeaky voice,And yet,Can make your spirits soar,Gives you that lift till you want more,Good stories,Music, games and such,The quantity can't be too much,Remember,Then whate'er the source,Your helium is your life force.This poem was penned by my dad, he has given me exclusiv... More..