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By showing us the tragic bus accident, and its repercussions, through the eyes of these people, Russell Banks illustrates perfectly that there are at least two sides to every story, and often many more.
By Eddie Hazel | Published 10/31/2006
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The Chicago Chapter of the Baseball Writers Association of America (BBWAA) is given the credit for selecting a rookie of the year (hereafter referred to as ROY Award) in baseball beginning in 1940.
By David R. Michaels | Published 11/28/2007
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Away from Her is a film about memory, love and loss, directed by Sarah Polley, a young director who first made her mark as an actress in such films as The Sweet Hereafter and eXistenZ.
By Adrienne Perlow | Published 8/11/2007
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The Korean people have many beliefs about life, death and the hereafter that have affected their funeral rites. Getting to know about these beliefs will provide an insight into these people who have been called "The Hermit Kingdom" until recently.
By Mary Langenback | Published 8/3/2007
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This article serves as a response to one published in the East Bay Express titled "A Church for the Nonbelievers," by Jonathan Kaminsky. It explains how atheists and agnostics who attend church are defying the very standards they claim to follow.
By Halima Lee | Published 11/27/2006
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These five talented guys are back on the scene with a new look, a new theme, and a new CD...one that's sure to blow old fans away and recruit some new ones.
By Andrea Nostramo | Published 11/13/2006
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While it can be said that Friedrich Nietzsche and Sigmund Freud offered virtually identical views of human nature and of the society in which they lived, it must be stated that they lived in different societies.
By Werner Haas | Published 11/1/2006
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Herein begins the countdown to the last five chapters in this novel ... whose story will be completed in a Book 2 (on the heels of this Book 1). In this chapter, the longest in the novel, Hammie has a regional hit song - with his mom the band's arranger.
By Donald Croft Brickner | Published 10/21/2006
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An essay that discusses the "madness" motif in Shakespeare's plays, specifically his exploration of insanity in the plays Hamlet and Macbeth. Take a closer look at characters and quotes from both plays to explore Shakespeare's interest in madness.
By Letisha Beachy | Published 10/19/2006
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Elderly people can be a challenge when it comes to gift giving. These are some ideas on how you can be original while providing thoughtful gifts they may not buy for themselves.
By Marybeth Neff | Published 10/12/2006
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The author attacks the philosophy of utilitarianism.
By Song Ren | Published 10/6/2006
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Franklin disclosed his religious views in personal letters and are therefore not as widespread as say, his inventions and political side. This essay explores his beliefs on God, Jesus, religion, and the modern church.
By Alisha Reynolds | Published 10/6/2006
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This dazzling anime is also dense with speculation about the meaning of cyberlife. I'd also go as fgar as saying that this film broke a lot of new ground in terms of anime - both for its technical achievement and its provocative content.
By Gary Picariello | Published 10/6/2006
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The era of Tokugawa had ended, thrown apart by a group of young reformers from the clans of Choshu and Satsuma in the name of the emperor. Thus begun what became known as the Meiji Restoration in the first month on the third day of 1868.
By Lain | Published 10/5/2006
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Why are supposed journalistic outlets with multimillion dollar news budgets telling viewers to become journalists?
By Max Power | Published 9/28/2006
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Most intensly sad movies are sad as a result of manipulation by the fillmaker. Only a very few achieve deep emotional resonance as a result of real intellectual engagement with its themes.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 9/20/2006
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Would you enter a writing contest if you knew entering the contest meant losing your rights as a writer? Would winning a writing contest and getting a few copies of the book as a prize be enough to make up for losing out on royalties? Read the rules!
By Tsu Dho Nimh | Published 9/18/2006
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There are several ways to get your woman to understand that there is more to loving football than understanding 1st downs and touchdowns. By engaging her interests in other ways, you may be on your way to football and relationship bliss.
By Michele Johnson | Published 9/14/2006
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Cellfish. N. "A person who rudely carries on a cell phone conversation inside a movie theater."
By Timothy Sexton | Published 9/1/2006
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Description of how a terrorist might think. Terrorists are influenced by any cause connected to the name of God. It might take an international crusade to rid the world of this menace.
By Thomas Majewski | Published 8/29/2006
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A complete explanation of Allah's 99 beautiful names and attributes.
By Celin Childs | Published 8/16/2006
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Where does my information come from?
What is the NCLB act? What does the NCLB act do for children? What does the NCLB act do for children? Seriously now. By George Hess | Published 8/14/2006
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Father Marten comes clean and tells Grady the real reason he has summoned him to Texas.
By Bryan Alaspa | Published 8/10/2006
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I am a vagabond
and a worshipper of freedom: By Bhuwan Thapaliya | Published 7/21/2006
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In light of the events of September 11th, many have grappled with the problem of creating meaning out of images. The hand-held video camera; the round-the-clock coverage on television stations across the world, informed us of the very event itself.
By John Fucile | Published 7/6/2006
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The World Cup is upon us, and it is rightly named so since it actually involves the whole world. Or does it? Less than half of the population of America will be watching the Cup, and why is that?
By Kevin Widjaja | Published 6/29/2006
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They don't write them like they used to and here's why. Suddenly "Why Johnny Can't Read" seems like a good thing.
By Dan Fiorella | Published 6/28/2006
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Newlywed couple experience the horror of a vacation where everything goes wrong. Being in a Bahamian paradise does not insure having a good time.
By George Bloom | Published 6/17/2006
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Hello everyone. My name is fault woman. This commentary is dedicated to those who persistently blame someone else for their problems.
By Sheila Webster-Heard | Published 6/12/2006
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what would the national anthem, flag and constitution of a new created nation look like?
By The Outlaw | Published 5/26/2006
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American Idol, a much publicized and viewed "reality" show, gives the impression that ordinary individuals who win the show will become overnight successes and all their problems will be solved with an affirming decision from the judges.
By Morgan Summerfield | Published 5/17/2006
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Nathaniel Hawthorne's morality and focus on physical expression of imperfection is discussed.
By Rachel Mohan | Published 5/4/2006
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If you don't have a law degree, can you still prepare a contract? Of course! Any agreement signed between two individuals - as long as it falls within the perameters of the law - is legally binding. But make sure you cover all your bases!
By Kay Reynolds | Published 5/3/2006
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One gonzo journalist's look at technology he can barely grasp.
By Michael Dare | Published 4/24/2006
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Through personal past experiences, I explain my thoughts about racism. Let's bridge the gap among the cultures.
By Shayla | Published 4/10/2006
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Atreyu's latest album release, entitled The Curse, can be summed up as an Anne Rice vampire novel put to screaming vocals, classic melodic guitar chords, heavy punk metal drums, and atmospheric backup vocals.
By Kevin Hofer | Published 3/13/2006
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A detailed study of the "court packing" episode of 1936-37 and the development of American judiciary during the Depression/New Deal.
By N. Katers | Published 2/22/2006
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Arguments and debates among people of different religions are typically rooted in the specific details of Creation, the Afterlife, and Values. What people don't seem to realize is that the basics of these things are very similar in all world religions.
By Brandi Noriega | Published 2/13/2006
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High Yield Investment Programs (HYIPs) promise fast earnings for investors. In reality, they only provide an opportunity to participate in a scam.
By Odalis Bitterroot | Published 2/9/2006
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Great dining is about more than the menu, especially if you enjoy eating out frequently. Good food is all good, it's what surrounds the food that makes your experience memorable. Asti exudes hip warmth and fresh flavors.
By Lane Wayward | Published 2/7/2006
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In Luc Besson's film, Le Dernier Combat, Freud's theory of the self may be applied to the three characters that appear in the interim of the main protagonist's flight from the desert world.
By Carmen Medici | Published 1/11/2006
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In Updike's A & P, the narrator, Sammy, attempts to break out of the mold and quit his monotonous job.
By AEM | Published 12/13/2005
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An examination of the roles of female characters in Shakespeare's tragedies: Titus Andronicus and Macbeth.
By Carmen Medici | Published 12/6/2005
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The reason is because the educational system is an environment of change. The environment is constantly changing and so are the educational theories.
By John MacDonald | Published 11/18/2005
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This is my third essay about connection between clasiccal and modern philosophy and Christianity...
By Miki | Published 11/10/2005
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Yet again, the makers of Star Trek have pretended to offer us a movie when instead we've been presented with another two-hour episode. The true nemesis of Star Trek is Producer Rick Berman and the executives at Paramount.
By El Bicho | Published 10/17/2005
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The music is captivating because the musicians' joy can be felt through their playing.
By El Bicho | Published 9/13/2005
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Comments on the Holy Gospel acccording to St. Matthew.
By Miki | Published 9/5/2005
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There is one place in Tinseltown that's got more stars than Spago's on Oscar Night and you don't need a reservation or an invitation.
By Vladimir Perlovich | Published 5/13/2005
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US Steel was a hotbed of activity for civil rights in the early 1960s. With the rest of the nation, US Steel served as a focal point of much of the unrest citizens were feeling.
By David Hayes | Published 4/14/2005
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