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Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness World Water Day 2009: Transboundary water: 1 of 28
World Water Day is March 22, 2009, and the theme for this year's annual celebration is "Transboundary Waters: Sharing water, sharing opportunities." Because water creates the boundary between many nations, countries, the 2009 theme focuses on presenting peaceful boundary, or border, water management.The goal of World Water Da... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Economic News Should AIG executives be forced to return bonuses paid with federal bailout money?: 6 of 26
YES, the bonuses should be paid back to the company, who should inturn reinvest the money into areas that will help improve the lives of all taxpayers. Especially, since these bonuses are being paid to what AIG is calling their best and brightest, in order to keep the talent that the company has acquired. If you call being ab... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How do you explain an athlete's taking drugs to your kids?: 19 of 74
It seems as though now-a-days, every time you turn around, there is a new story about a professional, collegiate, Olympic, or other prominent athletic figure who has been either caught using or testing positive for illegal substances. Whether it be a performance-enhancing drug, or "recreational"-type drug, children who idoliz... More..
Business > Marketing Does product packaging significantly influence consumer buying behavior?: 13 of 43
Is there such a thing as love at first sight? I'd say that packaging and creative directors know that there definitely is some truth to this notion. The most successful companies don't just put a cover on their products. They dress them up, they package them to convey an feeling, a sense, and an appeal to consumers who may (o... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips How to improve your physique without lifting weights: 1 of 3
Even though weight-lifting has numerous benefits, the idea of "pumping iron" can be intimidating, especially if you are new to working out. Whether it is because free weights seem like too much work, or you don't enjoy training at a fitness facility, you can still achieve a toned and fit physique without lifting a single poun... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise (Other) Exercise program reviews: P90X home fitness & nutrition system: 1 of 3
P90X: it's a heart pounding mix of cardio and strength training for athletic-minded individuals and those who are already currently exercising and wish to get themselves off the plateaus they are encountering. The program boasts the muscle-confusion method in order to produce noticeable improvements in a relatively short amou... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs Get growing naturally: Start your seeds indoors: 14 of 29
It is an amazingly rewarding experience to plant a tiny seed, and watch as it sprouts forth its first green leaf from the soil. It is fun, easy, and educational to enjoy this experience on your own by starting seeds indoors before the growing season in your climate area begins. Not only can starting your own seeds produce an ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Employment Law Should mothers get paid maternity leave regardless of occupation?: 1 of 2
Even though I think it would be absolutely wonderful to get paid while on maternity leave, I do not think that making it a law or requirement should be enforced. Nor, do I think it is justifiable to mandate a company to be liable for the woman's decision to raise a family. So, my answer would be NO, I do not think that women ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Easter Why does the Lily symbolize the spiritual values of Easter?: 1 of 2
The Easter Lily (Lilium longiflorum) is a flower revered by many cultures for its intrinsic beauty and perfume. Sometimes referred to as the Sacred Nouveau, or the "Sacred New" and most often associated with the Christian Easter celebration, it is a sign of spring and of the promise of everlasting life. Their beautiful white ... More..
Health & Fitness > Weight Issues The body mass index (BMI) of professional athletes: 1 of 1
BMI, or Body Mass Index is a generic way of estimating the ratio of lean body mass to fat percentage in one's body. It is a baseline for the general population, and in extremely fit individuals (including athletes, fitness trainers and experts, and professional body builders) the BMI number is not as useful a tool as it is fo... More..