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Home & Garden > Home Interior Space-creating tips for the home: 1 of 5
There are two approaches to maximizing the space in your home. The first is to create more usable space in each room. The second is to create the illusion of space. If you combine both of these approaches, you'll find that your surroundings feel a lot less cramped and are much more inviting and relaxing. Usable Space To maxi... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment Why the regulation height of a basketball rim is 10 feet: 1 of 5
The 10ft regulation for basketball hoops is rooted in the history of the sport. When Dr. James Naismith invented the sport by attaching peach baskets to his barn or balcony, he probably never dreamed that the placement of these baskets would lead to the setting of some of basketball's most dramatic features, such as slam dun... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Why I'm a console gamer: 4 of 19
Computer games have their fans, but I figure I spend enough time doing work and other menial tasks on the computer in this age of technology. When I want to play a video game, a keyboard and mouse just doesn't cut it. There is something comforting about plugging in a game console and feeling the controller in my hands that t... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ethics Moral principles to guide existentialists: 3 of 14
Poor existentialists. They have frequently been misunderstood and characterized as pessimists who view a world of isolation and chaos. However, if you read the works of founding existentialists such as Jean-Paul Sartre, it becomes clear that the philosophy is about something different, something far more empowering. That is,... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues What you can do to help endangered animal species: 3 of 14
The British Library contains a recording of a birdcall, the last individual of a Hawaiian bird before his species became extinct. The bird sings out a distinct cry, the last anyone will ever hear of its kind. Unfortunately, many animals find their populations dwindling and face potential extinction. However, there are ways y... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Determining the economic impact of an event or festival: 2 of 9
Festivals and other community events require a lot of planning, expenses, and time, but they can reap wonderful rewards for the community as well. Starting up a new event can invigorate local businesses, bring in tourists, and foster a sense of excitement and accomplishment among the community. With some research and prepara... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Party & Guests The duties of the best man: 2 of 9
When you accept the role of the best man in a wedding party, your responsibilities may vary. Some couples will ask for your assistance with event after event, from trying on tuxes to scoping out rehearsal dinner sites, while other couples pretty much won't need your involvement until the reception. It's best to be prepared f... More..
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry Poetry explication: Guide to writing an essay about poetry: 2 of 9
To explicate a poem is to go over it with a fine-toothed comb (so to speak). An explication is a close reading where your goal is to unlock the intricacies that the poem's author has hidden within the lines. Any word, line break, or punctuation mark is fair game for you to examine. After you've examined the details of the po... More..
Jobs & Careers > Nonprofit & Service Sector How to use volunteer opportunities to expand your career: 2 of 9
A variety of worthy causes are awaiting volunteers. Not only is volunteering good for the soul and beneficial to the cause, but it can help your career as well. Many volunteer positions involve skill-building and honing activities that can make you more valuable to employers. Plus, you'll be helping out a good cause at the s... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Traditions & Themes Best song choices for the father-daughter dance: 5 of 21
The father-daughter dance is a special moment where you get to demonstrate your relationship with the first "main man" in your life. The best song choices are the ones that appropriately symbolize the positives of that relationship to your family and friends at your reception. This will obviously vary from bride to bride, bu... More..