To Spank Or Not Spank - What The Experts Say

The debate to spank or no spank rages on and on-in spite of a plethora of experts who have studied and reported, as far back as ancient, Rome the overwhelming, profound and dire negative consequences. -Quintilian, circa 40-118 A.D., Institutes of Oratory, Ancient Rome

The Emasculation Of The Black Man

This article explores how society views the black male. It gives a point of view that has been widely expressed in the African American community and seeks to place this view in perspective of expectations.

Portland - Oregon To Have State Of The Art Transportation Mall

Where, oh where, has my regular bus gone? Where, oh where could it be? Portlanders search eagerly for the temporary bus stops necessary as a big change comes into play.

Picturing Poverty

There is a great deal of suffering in America amidst all the excess materialism, waste and unhappy people with too much. That is one America. Where I live in the coalfields of West Virginia between the steep mountains there is poverty but out of this poverty people find purpose. The mountain people exhibit strength, compassion and resourceful thinking. They care for each other.

Haiti - The Language Question - French or Creole

The two official languages of Haiti today are Creole and French. It has not always been so. For over a century after independence, Creole which is the only language of communication among the vast majority of Haitians, was relegated to the background; and was not officially recognized in formal official transactions.

Peru - The Magic Country

He came to the United States from Lima as a schoolboy. He is the only Latin American who has won one Wimbledon Tournament (1959).Alejandro played many times for the United States and he won at the 1958 Davis Cup

Pedophilia Among America's Leaders

Pedophilia is rampant in the United States. Sales of illegal child pornography rakes in an estimated $3 billion a year in the U.S. The industry enslaves an estimated 300,000 children. Last October the nation witnessed the resignation of one of our nations leaders, Representative Mark Foley, after allegations of misconduct with Congressional pages. We are also familiar with the sex scandals surrounding President Clinton. Then there are the past sex scandals surrounding Representative Barney Frank, Representative Dan Crane and Representative Gerry Studds. But these are just the tip of the iceberg. There is a sinister and serious problem among our leaders in Washington DC and among our leaders throughout the country. This sinister problem seems to have gone uninvestigated for years. The problem involves pedophilia sex parties, child kidnapping, child sex slaves, pornography, blackmail, murder, cover-ups, and impeded investigations.

Working Parent Stress-Catalyst Study

According to a Catalyst study, about one-third of the U.S. labor force is less productive at work because they are concerned about what their children are doing after school. The study estimates these worries cost businesses between $50 billion and $300 billion a year in productivity. This article discusses viable solutions.

How Many Americans Will Become Disabled Over The Course Of Their Lifetime?

The federal government's disability programs are there to help you when you are unable to work. But will the social security administration be up to the task in the coming years?

Free People Search Tips And Resources To Help You Find Past Friends And Family Members

Here are the top ten free people search tips along with online resources to help you locate past friends and family members.

What is Needed for Future Sustainability

A family physician shares her experience of medical missions in Honduras.

French Agency Releases UFO Files - Don't Start Serving The Crepes Just Yet

Are the French CNES UFO files a hot Smoking Gun, or just another order of cold French Fries?

The Kaolinovy Creature - Is It Alien, Human Or Legend

A tiny body described as not human nor animal was found in the Chelyabinsk Oblast region of Russian. Is it alien, human or overblown legend. Experts disagree, you decide.

Drug Addiction Steals The Life Of A Young Man, The Second Chance Program Gives Him His Life Back

Having lost his dreams early in life, this man now finds he can rebuild his existence and create the life he envisioned before his days of drug abuse and crime.

Romantic Mischief Be Nice 'N Naughty In Leather Lingerie

Naughty lingerie is perfect for those special occasions, like anniversaries, weddings, Valentines Day and holidays.