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Decisions announced today by the environmental law firm Earthjustice could spell improved protection for the struggling black-footed albatross and Oregon Coast coho salmon populations.

People often use the bird word albatross figuratively. Something that causes worry or trouble can be called an albatross. And a colorful way of expressing the idea that one has a serious problem is to say that there is an albatross around one's neck.

Paying rent and a mortgage (especially a mortgage on an empty condo) is a dismal, depressing albatross around our necks.

The Democrats will never win national elections until they can effectively deal with the abortion issue. This article explains why.

Mysticism and Orientalism in selected 18th century poetry.

Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as an adult.

Using The Things They Carried as a catalyst, this essay cites Tim O'Brien's relevance as an author of new classics that transcend publication date.

Changing employers can be very stressful for anyone, men or women, but, what about when you've been sold a bill of goods and the new job isn't quite what you expected.

There was a time in St. Louis when steam paddle boats were a common sight on the Mississippi River. The Admiral was the largest cruise ship to sail the river, but is now is a struggling casino. There are only two riverboats that currently sail...

Music, music, music, read all about it!

Technology can be scary for the common cube dweller!

Often overlooked in the past, 300 has propelled this Scottish born actor into the beginnings of super-stardom.

A look at two poems by Coleridge that define what entials the highest quality of mythological and supernatural elements in romantic poetry. These two poems have set the groundwork for further supernatural poetry and have remains unsurpassed throughout time.

Daytime's most memorable soap opera characters.

A large amount of non-biodegradable plastic is showing up around the globe and disrupting bird and other species habitat. These crafts will utilize 2-liter plastic bottles and afterwards you can participate in your town's recycling efforts.

The contextual factors and use of water in Coleridge's The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Wordsworth's Prelude

The US Masters Championship wasn't always known as such. In its first few years, it was known as The Augusta National Invitational Tournament.

What does the announcement of the cancelation of daytime soap opera Passions mean for the rest of the daytime lineup?

The Thunderbirds were in a class of their own, a very classic automobile.1966 Thunderbirds was the last year of the original four seat Thunderbird in body and in spirit.

An interpretation of Melville's 'Moby Dick', specifically the relationships between the characters and how their actions define who they are. Also references Emily Dickenson in a relevant context.

A decision by the George W. Bush Presidential Library Site Selection Committee to negotiate a site on the campus of Southern Methodist University is being met by strong opposition from some faculty.

Do you fear the unknown? Or perhaps you are completely aware of the things that make you fearful.

The Cubs need to sign at least two more reliable pitchers.

Do you feel like you are just going through the motions and nothing you truly want in life is coming to fruition?

Enjoy the beauty of Hanalei Bay. Snorkel, Kayak, Hike. Good-bye stress!

Spend New Year's Eve dancing to bluegrass, Balkan music, or waltzes, or lisening to jazz in these only-in-Berkeley events.

As the New Year approaches, what is a super rich, super partying, minimally talented heiress to do? Here are some resolution suggestions.

Why am I not surprised that aging former superstar, Chris Webber, suddenly wants out of Philadelphia after recently being told he was going to have a "reduced" role with this year's team.

When you are choosing holiday movies for your family, don't forget to pick up a copy of "It's A Wonderful Life". The story of George Bailey will touch your heart.

If I told you following the 2003 season that Gary Matthews Jr. would get a $50 million contract one day, you would have had me committed. Should we now look to commit the owners of the Angels instead or is this the new math?

These three men would all have amazingly successful beginnings to their careers but would suddenly stumble, seemingly unable to recover as of today.

Find birds and fish among the many beaches, parks, gardens and golf course in the Hawaiian Islands. You'll find adventure and more.

Touch a jar that contains a real human brain. Get a virtual tour through the universe that searches for black holes. Build and launch your own rocket. All this and so much more at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science!

Elton John and George Michael ended their three-decade-old feud recently when it was announced that they had kissed and made up.

The Seahawks will regain their perch as tops in the NFC West with St. Louis edging out Arizona for the Wild Card spot. The 49ers? They're rebuilding.

An essay on the significance of bird imagery in The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, The Sky-Lark, and Ode to a Nightingale.

Coleridge famously sought to achieve unity in life and art. Ironically, his most famous poem fails to achieve unity.

Tommy Davis couldn't duplicate his 153 RBI 1962 season, and wound up going from one team to another. But no matter where he was, he could always hit.

Forget the fact that I am a lifelong Boston Celtics fan, at this point, I would settle for some kind of competent performance from Boston's equally beleaguered bitter rivals the Philadelphia 76ers.

One man's opinion about the Philadelphia 76ers considering trading superstar guard Allen Iverson. The article identifies the true problems with the Sixers last season, who the actual culprit might be, and a blueprint on how to fix it fairly quickly.

Fantasy baseball owners know by now who has been a real bust his year, and they also know they couldn't trade them away if their lives depended on it. here are some of the real dogs of 2006.

Kansas and Missouri can be crossed by following historic Route 66. Even though that is enjoyable enough by itself, add ATV trails to it and ATV enthusiasts can have a blast.

When it comes to dissecting the 2006 Philadelphia Phillies there may not be a single player on the entire roster whose contributions are going to be more significant than those of first baseman, Ryan Howard.

I am amazed at the overall consensus of ominous dread that most fans think is surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles.

Rob Rodemeyer wasn't just the president of the Student Board of Governors at Wayne State, an editor on The Law Review and a soon-to-be lawyer-he's also a professional clown.

In the beginning of Coleridge's The Rime of the Ancient Mariner readers are presented with an introductory statement regarding the metaphysical world.

The stated moral at the end of Rime of the Ancient Mariner is too facile in light of all that has come before to be taken at face value.

Ever took the time to sit down and watch the interesting antics carried on by birds and bees? Birds and bees not only play a vital role in the garden, but these creatures exhibit many interesting characteristics as well.

Umberto Eco is a master of language. His new novel falls short, nevertheless.

DSO inspires a reverie about 40 years of the Grateful Dead's special music that ranges into hippie culture, Dead solo projects, the nature of a tribute and more. Pull on your poncho and jump aboard Casey Jones' freewheeling train.