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 		How to Use Sound Effects in Radio
Radio uses only sound to communicate. This is one of the media's greatest strengths. Using sounds alone can create more effective pictures than most visual mediums.
The History of Reptiles
The species of modern reptiles are but mere shadows representing the shattered remains of what was once the grandest collection of animals on the planet.
Drood by Dan Simmons, Reviewed
Simmons' successor to Arctic adventure The Terror neatly fuses narrator Wilkie Collins' The Moonstone with The Mystery of Edwin Drood, laced with mesmerism and Egyptology
What is the Sahel?
The Sahel divides the Sahara from Africa's tropical forests. The region struggles with drought and desertification.
How to Behave at the Company Christmas Party
The company Christmas party is a time to celebrate, mingle with co-workers, and impress the higher-ups. Avoid Christmas corporate blunders and make the right impression.
Minaret of Jam, a Tribute to the Ghurid Dynasty
The Minaret of Jam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is located at the confluence of the Hari Rud and Jam Rud rivers in Ghor Province in central Afghanistan.
Herod the Great and the Birth of Jesus
The magi were wise men from Persia whose origins can be traced to Zoroaster, following the Morning Star associated with the goddess Astarte to King Herod in Jerusalem.
Online Art Lesson Plan on the Color Wheel Chart
It is vital that art students include the primary colors within their palettes when learning to paint, or their color mixes may turn out muddy.
The Uganda Tuberculosis Experiment
Placebos have a valid role in medical research, but their use is restricted to specific circumstances that researchers sometimes ignore, as in a Uganda clinical trial.
Airport Flu Vaccinations for Corporate Travelers
Business travelers can receive an influenza shot at many major airports. Prevent getting sick this flu season by getting a vaccination at one of several flu clinics.
Protect and Preserve Antique Photographs
Environmental factors and chemical reactions damage old photos. Use archival storage products, mats and frames to protect; scan antique photos to share.
Holiday Preparations Made Easy
Rushing through the stores on Christmas Eve, only to find there are no Zhu Zhu Pets left in the western hemisphere is less than fun times. Plan your time and relax!
Jimmie Foxx Was the First Player to Win 3 MVPs
Albert Pujols joined an elite club by winning his third MVP award in 2009. Only eight other players have done it; the first was Jimmie Foxx.
U.S. Ocean Pollution Laws Help Clean Up Oceans
Four Congressional Acts control pollution in U.S. waters: the Clean Water Act; the Ocean Dumping Act; the Oil Pollution Act; and the Coastal Zone Management Act.
Paranormal Romance Books Online
Paranormal romance novels span subcategories as diverse as vampire romance, werewolf romance and time travel romance. Even zombie romance is finding its way into novels.
Barrett Browning's Sonnet 24
The speaker compares the negative attitudes of others to a "clasping knife" that she will simply close up to rid her love of danger and damage.
Lifestyle – How to Dress Up for a Work Party
Men engaged in the work force will typically be called upon to attend various social functions ranging from business or corporate events to informal Christmas gatherings.
Do Plants Need Soil to Grow?
There are some types of plants which grow without the need for soil; these types of plants are known as hydroponic plants and air plants.
Indigenous Theatre Arts in Canada
Long before European contact, Canada's indigenous peoples' rituals and dramatic storytelling were as theatrical as those of minstrels and churchmen.
The Best Christmas Comics to Give to Collectors
The best Christmas comics star familiar superheroes and underground cartoon characters alike. Gift-giving has inspired stories by talents from Alan Moore to Peter Bagge.
How to Make a Book Trailer
Making a book trailer is a fun way to promote a new novel, and it's easy enough for even those with little media experience to do.
The Pros and Cons of a Writing Critique Group
Choosing whether or not to join a critique group is a decision most writers face. Knowing the pros and cons of being a member of a writing group will help.
Kids Can Help with Household Chores
Kids are usually eager to spend time with parents, but household chores sometimes take up lots of mom and dad's time. Why not have little ones help out?
Hiring a Jumping Horse Trainer
Many riders require the assistance of a jumping horse trainer, either for themselves or for their horses. Hiring the wrong horse trainer, however, can prove disastrous.
Grow Extra Vegetables for Local Food Banks
Sharing vegetable produce with the community through a local food bank is an eye-opening experience for the whole family.
The Effect of Transgenic Squash on the Ecosystem
Transgenic crops have been around since the early 90s. However, not many studies have been conducted to determine their impact on the wild crop population.
Tickling in the Laboratory
Natural tickling cannot be duplicated in the laboratory. As a result, research on tickling has been limited by the experimental methods chosen.
Williams, Cultural Insight into a F1 Racing Team
Sir Frank Williams's long career in Formula One has had many highs and lows. Maurice Hamilton charts that history with personal stories from those most closely involved.
Christmas Gift Ideas for Writers and Authors
Books are always 'safe' gifts - but why not go further? Here are some gift ideas that will thrill writers so much they'll name their main character after the giver!
Frost's Acquainted with the Night
The speaker in Robert Frost's American sonnet reveals his rebellious nature, proclaiming his individual prerogative to venture into the city at night.
Botany in Nineteenth Century Art
There were many artists in the nineteenth century who painted flowers, trees and plants; Redoute, Manet, Monet and Van Gogh were perhaps the most famous botany artists.
Brief History of Crewel Embroidery
From the Bayeux Tapestry to modern floral wall hangings, crewel stitches worked with embroidery wool on woven fabric have been an enduring hand embroidery tradition.
MLA Essay Format in Microsoft Word 2007
Students often grasp the idea of formatting papers in MLA style and can even point to good examples. But they don't always know how to make Word do what they need it to.
Correct Spacing for Landscape Trees and Shrubs
Planting trees and shrubs too close to each other and to structures is a common landscaping mistake. Here are suitable planting distances for 25 familiar species.
The $12 Million Stuffed Shark
The $12 Million Stuffed Shark: The Curious Economics of Contemporary Art gives its readers a completely new view of the economics of the art world.
Technical Jargon of Wikipedia
Reading the English Wikipedia requires a decent vocabulary, but once one begins to edit articles there, a guide to the dense acronyms and jargon is useful.
How to Write a Eulogy
To write a memorable and comforting eulogy, remember to tell vivid stories, practice good eulogy etiquette, and talk about how the deceased will life on.
Nova Scotia Hiking Vacations
Nova Scotia hiking trips include visiting the Cape Breton Highlands, trekking in Keji National Park, and walking on the clean sands of the excellent local beaches.
Loss of Polar Sea Ice Speeding up
The summer ice coverage in the Far North is declining and this will have serious consequences elsewhere on the planet.
How to Write Faster and Reach Word Count Goals
Success in NaNoWriMo, National Novel Writing Month, depends just as much on time management as it does on creativity. Block writing, timers, and word wars can help.
Swine Flu Prevention on Cruise Ships
Cruise lines have implemented stringent health screening protocols and flu treatment with Tamiflu to manage and prevent H1N1 from occurring on their cruise ships.
Problems of Nitrogen Narcosis in Scuba Diving
Nitrogen narcosis can lead to a loss of a scuba diver's mental or physical control. Underwater this can lead to a potentially deadly situation that needs to be managed.
Gilded Walnuts - Home Made Christmas Decorations
Gilded English walnuts make cheap and attractive Christmas decorations. They have been a popular home-made Christmas tradition since Victorian times.
Best Christmas Tool Gift Ideas for DIYers
Halloween is past so the holiday season is here. Next is Thanksgiving meaning feasting and being grateful; and then Christmas. Christmas presents for craftsmen? Read on!
Barrett Browning's Sonnet 18
The speaker gives a lock of her hair to her belovèd as she dramatizes and philosophizes about the significance of the gift.
Canada – USA Rivalry in Women's Hockey
The rivalry between the Canadian and American women's hockey teams is as fierce as any in all of hockey, and one that will surely be renewed at the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Free Books for Teenagers and Young Adults
Teens can get free books in exchange for insightful as-only-a-teen-can-tell-it book reviews or from no-strings-attached giveaways.
Shaved Fennel, Cucumber and Orange Dill Salad
A simple fresh salad that can be served with both seafood and poultry dishes. Crisp cucumbers and fennel bulb are paired with vibrant orange segments and dill.
How to Find the Best French Cookware
French cookware looks good, is well designed and durable. Buying a cookware set or individual pot may seem expensive but can become a family heirloom.
Propylene Glycol Antifreeze Safer for Pets
Antifreeze containing propylene glycol is far less toxic than ethylene glycol antifreeze, so it is less likely to cause fatal poisoning of pets or people.