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Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues The debate around zoos and captive animals: 2 of 23
Most people cannot afford an African safari or a trip to the Amazon flooded forest. But they can afford a ticket to the zoo. It's a part of human nature to care more about an issue when you focus on an individual who is affected, and it's the same case with helping wildlife; seeing an animal in person is more likely to insti... More..
Jobs & Careers > Professionalism Why punctuality gains respect in the workplace: 2 of 22
Punctuality seems like such a simple, straightforward thing, but it's really quite revealing. Being punctual doesn't just show that you can keep a time commitment, it also shows that you are reliable, responsible, and courteous toward other people and their own valuable time. It's a sign of respect that will earn you the sam... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Bride's name change guide: 1 of 11
Your last name has been a major part of your identity for your entire life up to this point. The decision to change it rarely comes lightly, but many brides (and some grooms) are willing to take on the change. Here are some tips to help you navigate the process: Before you start, consider whether you want to use a name-chang... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Interviews Job search: What the interview says about the company: 1 of 11
A job interview is a lot like a first date. Both parties involved are looking for signs of interest from each other and trying to determine whether they would make a good fit. Most job candidates go into an interview fully prepared to do their share of making a good first impression, but they might not realize that they shou... More..
Entertainment > Movie Remakes & Adaptations Movie remakes: Comparing the original The Wicker Man with the 2006 remake: 1 of 9
The 1973 film "The Wicker Man" had an eerie tone that delivered a haunting movie experience for the audience. The 2006 remake, however, relied on the typical tropes of contemporary horror, and the result is much blander and less effective than the original. Both movies follow a man called to an isolated community to investig... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Tips for analyzing poems: 2 of 17
Poems are more than the mere sum of their parts, so they don't always lend themselves to a quick, easy analysis. You could list the mechanics of a poem's rhyme scheme and meter, or you could simply state what you think the author's overall point is. However, the most thorough way to analyze a poem is to combine these approac... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Creative wedding reception table centerpieces: 1 of 8
Perhaps you've been to a wedding reception where an opulent bouquet of roses and calla lilies has blocked you from the person sitting across from you. Or maybe a traditional floral arrangement just doesn't fit into your wedding theme or budget. Either way, you can wow your guests with creative centerpieces at your reception.... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Greatest movie twist endings: 1 of 8
It goes without saying that there will be spoilers in this article. Even mentioning that a particular film has a great twist ending is itself a spoiler, because it sets up the audience with expectations. The audience goes into that movie wondering what the twist could be, trying to predict it, and thus questioning everything... More..
Sciences > Zoology Get to know the blue-footed booby: 1 of 8
The blue-footed booby is a curious creature that nests in the Galapagos Islands and harbors a grim secret to its survival. Its sleek white stomach, disc-like eyes, and distinctive blue feet give it an endearing appearance that matches its silly name, but what many people don't realize is that, far from just being cute, these... More..
Education > College Courses & Majors Colleges taking over where high schools have failed: Trends in freshman writing: 2 of 15
College freshmen's writing reveals quite a bit about them during a huge transition in their academic lives. They are crossing the bridge from high school writing courses to the college level, where the expectations of them change quite a bit. Typical high school writing classes focus on building up young adults' confidence a... More..