Let it Rain! Several Ways to Fight Bad Weather

The last week of September is probably the moment when you realize good old summer is over. Even if once in a while you get to see over 25 degrees, it is time to accept it is done. Autumn is here. And we have to be prepared! After finding your tune for fighting with bad…

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Best New Books Turned into Movies – Part 1

Ever since cinematography was born last century, filmmakers found inspiration in literature. The novels of Jane Austen became romantic comedies, and Isaac Asimov’s books were turned into SF blockbusters. Lately, producers and directors have become more interested in the latest best-sellers who managed to make reading cool again. This year we got to see a…

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4 Great Songs about Love

The best love songs aren’t always the ones played by top of the charts bands and artists. Some keep a lower profile when it comes to their songs and though they may not receive the credit they deserve for those love songs. Here are four of those songs that, in this blogger’s opinion, deserve more…

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Infographic: College Dropout Rates

Here is an interesting infographic portraying facts and statistics regarding the drop out rates of US college freshmen. Among other information, it includes the top reasons students decide to drop out of school in their first year, the financial impact this has on the US economy and the impact this decision has on college drop-outs…

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Infographic: Fraternities in the U.S.

The American college fraternity is one of the few institutions in the US higher education structure which was not borrowed from European models. Not surprisingly, it has been a symbol of American college student independence, pride, and leadership. Here are some interesting statistics about fraternities in the US. Click to enlarge image! This resource can…

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15 Mellow Songs You Can Fall Asleep To

I’m one of those people who can’t stand the sound of silence. Not even when I’m trying to fall asleep. Because silence, in an apartment building, usually means neighbors deciding to learn how to tap dance at 3 a.m., alarm cars going off in the middle of the night for no apparent reason or ambulances…

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Best 9 Songs About Big Bottoms

Although the modern perception of beauty standards seems constructed around a pedophile’s desires, with anorexic models resembling girls who haven’t even menstruated yet, there is a niche that will never die. And that is the niche of big derriere lovers. Like any thing of such social value, it has an impact in music, great artists…

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5 Inspirational Movies You Should Watch Before Running on a Marathon

If you’re an athlete and you run to stay fit, it’s highly probable that the thought of participating in a marathon has occurred to you at least once. Thankfully, while running a marathon is a high endurance activity which requires training and perseverance, the personal feeling of achievement is well worth the effort. So, once…

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4 Things to Avoid for Better Time Management

We always complain that we don’t have time to complete all our tasks. But we don’t have the guts to admit the fact that it’s only our fault. Have no fear, there are ways to reduce our time-wasters. Avoid procrastination It usually occurs when a larger task is involved. This is your best false friend….

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Made of Chocolate: Weapons of Mass Delight

These are rough times we’re living. Every day we can see there’s been another shooting, bombing or attack against innocent people and fear is spread among us with the help of news channels. But where does this leave us, the indifferent people? When pain and suffering, or even compassion, for that matter, are things you…

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‘Once Upon a Time’: Are You Excited Yet?

In a time when irony or sarcasm are the main ingredients in most TV shows currently airing, it seems about right to try something different. Maybe that is why I’m excited about ABC’s brand new fantasy drama ‘Once Upon a Time‘, scheduled to premiere at the end of October. With a cast that looks good…

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4 Reasons to Hate ‘New Girl’, Starring Zooey Deschanel

Sure, everyone knows how hot Zooey is after seeing her as the always rather unorthodox girlfriend in either Weeds, Yes Man, (500) Days of Summer or Our Idiot Brother. And fall 2011 looked just like the right time to fully exploit her looks into a brand new TV serial. In New Girl Zooey plays a…

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