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Top 7 Tips to Beat High Gas Prices

As we watch the prices rise at the pumps we are becoming more aware that we need to be smarter about the way we use fuel.


Dog Owners Scramble for Info as Contamination Continues

Now, it appears that the pet food contamination is not just limited to wet foods, it is also found in dry food. The FDA found melamine in the wheat gluten of a major brand of dry food.


One of America's Worst Industrial Disasters - Hawks Nest Tunnel Tragedy

Hawks Nest Tunnel is called one of America's greatest engineering feats of the 30s but hundreds of human lives were lost due to workers inhaling silica rock dust. The workers were made to dry drill through the rock to expedite the tunnel project. When will America put health and safety of workers first?


2007 Poll - Group Seeks US Intervention in Nigeria's Affairs

A United States-based Council for Foreign Relations, has called for an urgent intervention in the political affairs of Nigeria to prevent a collapse of the country's renascent democracy.


An Increasing Need for Nurses

The following article discusses the increasing need for nurses. Nurses serve as an integral part of the medical system and in years to come America will suffer a shortage of these professionals unless something is done to reverse the situation.


Virginia Tech Shootings-Another Societal Wake-Up Call

Are you shocked, sickened and dismayed by the Virginia Tech shootings? I am not shocked, but I am significantly sickened and dismayed that society is in denial about what prompts anyone to become violent. This article reviews the reasons behind Cho-Seung Hui's violence toward others.


Socialising

Although it might appear so, being sociable doesn't come easy to everyone, but if you are one of these people, there are many things that you can do in order to help have a better social life. It's important to remember that self confidence goes a long way. Being able to let go of your fears and thoughts of what others think of you can help build your confidence.


The Days Are Coming Closure

Soon the couple announced their engagement, the question often arises that when the marriage is going to be held. It is to be held on 20th of April this month. Hence, there is hardly a week to go.


I Cannot Hear Another Refugee Story Today

I cannot hear another refugee story today. My heart is filled with so much emotion for the suffering children of Africa and the world's poor and displaced. So we too. have become another voice for calling action to solutions. If you are a super hero, no matter your race or religion you will answer this call to alleviate poverty and disease.


5 Things You Should Know About Accessorizing

The 5 key things every woman needs to know about accessorizing.


Confessions Of An X-Medical Resident

Why medical residency training is one of the most difficult things any one can go through. The facts and the horrors we go through to become Doctors.


7 Tips for Staying Calm While Driving Home in Heavy Traffic

When the traffic gets heavy as you head home on a Friday afternoon you may get tense and irritable. Follow these 7 tips to stay calm and cool as you sit in traffic, and arrive home in a happy frame of mind.


Linear Bus Stops - LTA's Reply

I have recently written on my dissatisfaction with the way LTA chose to write one of their news release. LTA responded to public letters with a letter which was published in TODAY (attached below). The response confirmed my initial suspicions... (read on in main text).


An Example of Nearly Unobservable Changes in Life - Walking Speed

Some changes are measurable but because of their gradual character it requires years to notice the change - a study that investigated the pace at which Bach’s music was played over the decades. It appeared that the younger-


Killing Our Children

As with all terrorism, the Virginia Tech massacre has its roots in the failure of Americans to follow their own pioneering traditions. It is unnecessary and unwise to hire security experts to keep us safe. They can't succeed. But there is a solution.


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