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If you don't want to buy what they're selling, how can you make sure they leave you alone?

In a time of recession, this article suggests ten simple ways to save the pennies on a daily basis: small reductions that can make a surprisingly big difference over time.

Valentine's Day cometh once again. Here's a very short love poem.

New resolution or simply the moment to stop smoking? This article has some guidelines on the help available.

Often ignored, the soundtrack of a game can sometimes make or break a release. Here's ten of the best.

Work: the bane of the masses. Why should your manager be the only one who can sit around and do nothing? Pah!

Following Wired's reader poll of the sexiest geeks of the year, the question needs to be asked: is it accurate or just more marketing nonsense?

A dozen places to visit if you're in Paris for a few days.

Stuck for ideas of how to make your place in the depressing cube farm more individual? Look no further!

One writer has inspired me more than any other. A small tribute to a great author.

With the economy taking a downturn, here's a few titles that won't cost you an arm and a leg to obtain, but are still very enjoyable.

Is it possible to treat these disorders? How can it be done? This article covers some of the basic methods.

Pie, a cat I rescued, tells his story.

Is computer hacking reprehensible and morally unjustifiable? Or is it just something to do when you're bored?

Why bother protecting "lesser" species? Some thoughts.

Incapacity Benefit is now a part of Employment Support Allowance. Eligibility remains the same: here's how to tell if you can get it.

The rules for SSP are not overly complicated. Here's how to figure out if you're eligible if you're in the UK.

Some basic rules and thoughts for gentlemen taking a lady to dinner.

What does it mean to be a gentleman in the 21st Century?

How do video games affect us? Is their effect only negative? Can't we just enjoy them for what they are? Some thoughts on a very big subject.

Feel like a change of pace from American and British films? Here's some suggestions.

Whether a neophyte or an adept in French, here's some films that should make you chuckle.

Prejudice is bad enough already, but applying it to teens is particularly unfair. This article looks at some reasons.

The heated debate continues: here is a slightly more neutral viewpoint.

Defining what constitutes cruelty or abuse is not easy. Thankfully, UK law does it for us.

Something that responds? Automatically? Hmmm, let's see.

A short piece remembering how it felt to live in another country.

One of the best character types for soloing in this MMORPG is the Scrapper. Here's a look at why, and how you can build yours to be unstoppable. Well, nearly.

Quick and easy tips for gathering large amounts of Influence in NCsoft's superhero MMORPG.

Moving house can cause a great deal of anxiety to our feline friends. Here's how we helped our pet to regain her confidence.

Finding help is the first step in treating anxiety disorders. This is a look at the practical aspects of taking that step.

A quick look at video gaming obsession, why it occurs more in on-line games and what it can mean for an individual.

During the festive season, peer pressure to drink grows significantly, especially for teens and other young people. This article includes some thoughts on ways to avoid the pressure without losing face.

Paris is beautiful. Paris is romantic. Paris is a city of poetry, art, design, fashion, science... Parisians, however, have a reputation for being horrible. Here's some tips to help smooth the rumples out of your stay in this wonderful city.

Rats make excellent pets. Here's some things that you might not know about these wonderful little creatures.

Things to consider if you have decided to get a new pet this Christmas.

Virtually all MMORPGs distill character types down to six basic functions. This article looks at each in order to help you choose which to play.

Whether you are looking for work or cannot work, the UK welfare system should be able to help. This article includes some pointers on where to begin and what may be available.