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31). Interesting Opinions On Cigars From Recent Survey  By : Gregg Hall
According to a recent survey by the ASC (alt.smokers.cigars) the following results were obtained from a recent online survey of cigar smokers: 86% of cigar smokers report that they do not inhale. The average number of cigars smoked per week is 6.74 at and average price of $4.34

32). Green Card Requirements - what are they and how do I comply?  By : Jae Taylor
What is a Permanent Resident Card? A Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as a Green Card, is evidence of your status as a lawful permanent resident with a right to live and work permanently in the United States. It also is evidence of your registration in accordance with United States immigration laws. The Permanent Resident Card ...

33). Ethical Relativism and Absolute Taboos  By : Sam Vaknin
I. Taboos Taboos regulate our sexual conduct, race relations, political institutions, and economic mechanisms - virtually every realm of our life. According to the 2002 edition of the "Encyclopedia Britannica", taboos are "the prohibition of an action or the use of an object based on ritualistic distinctions of them either as being sac...

34). Gift Giving Customs And Suggestions For Gifting To The Japanese  By : Gregg Hall
To the Japanese, gift giving is a way of communicating respect, friendship, and appreciation. When meeting with a Japanese colleague or visitor for the first time, always be prepared for the gift giving ritual that has been deeply rooted in the Japanese culture for centuries. The following are some guidelines to keep in mind when doin...

35). Gifts for left handed people - I’ll buy that!  By : Mick Burrows
Gifts for left handed people - I’ll buy that!

36). The Act Of Being Politically Correct Has Gone From The Sublime To The Ridiculous  By : David G. Hallstrom, Sr.
There was a time that being politically correct meant speaking and acting in a considerate manner to others. Now it means speaking and acting in a manner acceptable to the Hollywood and politically left wing Elite who have appointed themselves as the arbitrators of what is proper and what is not proper. For instance Christmas is a leg...

37). Battery Recycling: Help Your Environment  By : George Royal
Batteries may contain harmful metals and chemicals such as nickel cadmium, alkaline, mercury, nickel metal hydride and lead acid, which can contaminate the environment if not disposed properly. For example, when batteries containing cadmium is used in landfills, they will eventually dissolve and release the toxic substance that can seep into water ...

38). Alcoholism among Young People  By : Jacob Parker
At first sight it may seem that life in society is peaceful and quiet. People are surrounded by comfort and cosiness and don’t seem to be longing for anything else. The real life seems less colourful than from the first sight. The more independent we get from each other, the lonelier we become. Loneliness creates stress and aggravation within the m...

39). 9 Secrets about Romanian Brides  By : Ovi Dogar
Almost all foreign bride sites tell you about the women which are in their database that are: “gentle, respectful, and loving” “strongly maternal and family-oriented” “plays a subordinate role to men in both the public and private spheres” “a mail order bride does not really ask for a lot” I am sure that you hav...

40). Men’s Formal Dress  By : George Williams
When you receive an invitation card for the formal party, this may be a sign that you are having a move up your career path or it is your first formal charity event. As you read the invitation you see listed among the details "black tie". Does that mean you need to wear a tuxedo? Will a suit do just as well? If you want to feel comfor...

41). Medical Malpractice – You Are Not Helpless  By : Kael
To often, the general public just sits back as very qualified doctors and medical professionals make mistakes in the normal course of their everyday business. Their business is the treatment of us, the average citizen. Over the years we have placed Doctors (and some extent Lawyers) on top of pedestals which puts them out of reach of any retribution...

42). The History Of Alcatraz  By : James Hunt
Before the prison known as Alcatraz ever existed, the name Alcatraz itself came from the Spanish word Alcatraces. Juan Manuel de Ayala was the first to sail into...

43). Different Types Of Psychic Abilities  By : Malcolm Moorhouse
In the swirl of misconceptions, misunderstandings, and general confusion surrounding the fields of parapsychology and psychic activity, most people have no idea how to make distinctions between different types of psychic abilities. Wait a minute, you say, I didn't even know there were different types! You're in the same boat as most everyone else w...

44). Cuban Cigars The Number One Choice  By : Tamara Williams
The world’s finest taste

45). Why do We Celebrate Birthdays  By : Sam Vaknin
Why do we celebrate birthdays? What is it that we are toasting? Is it the fact that we have survived another year against many odds? Are we marking the progress we have made, our cumulative achievements and possessions? Is a birthday the expression of hope sprung eternal to live another year? None of the above, it would seem.

46). History of Flags and Flagpoles  By : James Hunt
Flags have been around for long over 4,000 years and have come to mean many things for many different people. One of the first flags can be dated back to 3000 BC to the country that is now known as Iran.

47). Avoiding the Creative Crimes of the Century  By : The Master Blog Builder
Criminals are increasingly creative in the methods by which they steal your identity, your money, and your life. They are usually several steps ahead of the average consumer. With how many of the following "creative" schemes are you familiar? * "Dumpster-diving" * "Mail theft" *"Pharming" * "Phish...

48). Custom Rubber Bracelets -- Fundraisers To ID Bands  By : Joseph Barrett
Initially used for spreading awareness about cancer, custom rubber bracelets are now the darling of every non-profit organization – both for awareness generation and as a great fundraising tool. The Red Cross has its own red custom rubber bracelets for supporting Tsunami victims, while the relatives of American servicemen wear green custom rubber b...

49). A New Approach to an Old Problem- Racism  By : Rose DesRochers
An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind. - Mahatma Gandhi There is a lot of hatred in this world. On the morning of September 11, 2001, the world witnessed the terrible repercussions of such hatred. Now I’m reading this blog titled “I Hate Racists” on ihatethis.org that is filled with venom and hatred towards racism and bigotry. ...

50). A Sneaker Evolution  By : Don De Para
Those shoes that you just can’t live without, that you use for working out, doing yard work, walking, running or just hanging out – the sneaker – has a fascinating history. The sneaker has been around since the 1800s when the Industrial Revolution took hold on America and rubber began being produced. Sneakers were once called plimsolls...

51). The Importance of Wedding Invitations  By : James Hunt
If you’re planning a wedding one of the many things that you’re going to have put on your task list is wedding invitations. Having the right kind of wedding invitation is important to your wedding ...

52). Codependency: An Interpersonal Phenomenon  By : Sussy Harlet
In the popular and clinical lit, codependency has been defined as a disease (Wegscheider-Cruse, 1985), a personality disorder (Cermak, 1986), and a maladaptive way of relating to others (Fischer, Spann, & Crawford, 1991). These definitions and descriptions of codependency in the typically emanate from a linear perspective of individual pathology, y...

53). Sex Discrimination  By : Daniel Hunt
Have you ever filled in an application? If you are a grown up with large experience in business, traveling or just purchasing something, you had to deal with an application obligatory. Except your first and last name there is another question that you have to answer. Denote your sex: male or female. Nowadays this is an obligatory question to answer...

54). Am I Wanted  By : CD Mohatta
Am I wanted? Does anyone need me? Have you ever asked these questions to yourself? If no, you are a very lucky person. Let us talk more on this subject. We all have our self-esteem. Along with our self-esteem, we also have a desire that someone should need us. That someone should want us. A mother is delighted when her children come sh...

55). Where Did The UGG Boot Appear From?  By : Susan Green
The ugg boot originated in Australia where the term was used to describe any boot made of sheepskin. The word ugg was thought to have stemmed from the word ugly as the boots were not deemed to have been very aesthetically pleasing. So, how did they develop from the ugly boot to the must have fashion item of the past year? The ugg boot ...

56). Going The Extra Mile Benefits Everyone Including Yourself  By : Christine Bettridge
In a world where mediocrity is becoming alarmingly common, it's a refreshing change to encounter people who are willing to go the extra mile. If we are lucky we encounter such people on a daily basis. A checkout clerk who is particularly courteous, a co-worker who helps you do something not in their job description, or even a family m...

57). Criminal Background Checks: A Necessity In Our Society?  By : Crimechecker
Everyday the news tells of violence in the workplace and sex offenders on the prowl. The scary thing is that you usually never know who these people might be until it's too late. How many times have you seen an interview of someone describing an accused criminal as the nicest person you could ever know? They would have never suspected this person o...

58). Zodiac Signs and Horoscopes: Who am I compatible with?  By : John Kim
Love and compatibility with another is something that we all strive for. It is something that is talked about in every social circle and in every walk of life. This notion of love and compatibility is always a hot topic when discussing your “sign” with someone. One of the main reasons for a person to read their horoscope is to find out about their ...

59). Dealing with the Stress of Divorce  By : Nathan Dawson
Any life transition can be stressful; and of all the stressful situations life puts us in, coping with divorce is one of the most difficult of all, particularly when you find yourself trying to juggle everyday activities with your child and divorce proceedings. It can, indeed, be quite a mental and emotional challenge.

60). Superstitions or just old wives tales?  By : Mick Burrows
Superstitions or just old wives tales?

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