Offbeat
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17 June 2013 at 09 : 37 AM
Why People Are Making Cicadas Part of Their Diet
While it may not appeal to American palates, eating insects is a common practice around the rest of the world. Chinese, Mexican, and Thai cuisines include segmented crawlers with antennae in meals, snacks, and appetizers. As cicadas emerge by the hundreds in the eastern area of the United States, some experts have suggested we should consider embracing ...
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13 June 2013 at 13 : 21 PM
The 4 Levels of Costs in Training a New Employee
Don't assume that hiring a new employee is going to affect your budget solely on the basis of the new salary, benefits, and perks. To get the most out of any employee, proper training is required. It doesn't matter if the person's a receptionist or a VP; slacking on training could cost the company buckets of money down the road. But how do you figure ...
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13 June 2013 at 01 : 32 AM
The Evolution of Local SEO
Search engine optimization (SEO) refers to getting a business site, social media page, or any other website where a business is mentioned into the top of search ranking results. Businesses should make it to the first page, and the ultimate goal is the top spot; however, there's only room for one. SEO works by utilizing key words or phrases that potential ...
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12 June 2013 at 13 : 20 PM
New Gallup Poll Demonstrates Change in Attitude Toward Marriage
A recent Gallup poll has revealed a number of interesting, prevailing attitudes toward marriage, infidelity, divorce, sexual practices, and civil rights. While the general public is becoming more open to divorce, same-sex marriage, and non-traditional relationships (such as ethical non-monogamy), attitudes toward infidelity have taken a sharp turn. Take a ...
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11 June 2013 at 10 : 16 AM
School Fails to Impart Sensitivity Regarding Students’ Condition
Anyone suffering from male pattern baldness, thinning hair or other hair loss knows how embarrassing it can be. It can destroy a person's confidence and self-esteem. Fortunately, by the time hair loss occurs, many adults are able to accept it, and it's not like they're going to be teased around the water cooler. However, what if it happened to a child? At ...
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8 June 2013 at 15 : 46 PM
5 Things Making the American Medical System So Complicated
Anyone who's experienced a hospital stay knows just how expensive and complicated it can be. There's a different bill for every department, a lot of back and forth between providers and insurance companies, and oftentimes the patient gets stuck in the middle. Do those terms of benefits even make sense? Why does insurance pay for one thing and not ...
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8 June 2013 at 01 : 22 AM
5 Stomach Problems in Infants Every Parent Should Expect
Having a child is always a surprise. No matter how old they are or how experienced a parent might be, a kid always has a new trick up their sleeve. Sometimes when a new problem comes up it isn't a big deal, and sometimes it might not be a big deal but it's hard to tell exactly what's wrong, how big the problem is, and what should be done and that can be ...
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4 June 2013 at 08 : 41 AM
5 Diseases That Cause Hair Loss
For many men, hair loss is a very sensitive issue. Hair suggests virility, youth, power, sexual attractiveness and social status. Finding more hair on the pillow and in the shower, and less on the head, can be a very depressing discovery for a man - even more so because that may be indicative of more than simply growing old. Here's a look at five diseases ...
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4 June 2013 at 06 : 06 AM
4 in Demand Skills That Help Graduates Find Jobs
Graduating from college is a huge accomplishment, one with only a small fraction of the workforce actually achieves. But once classes are over and that degree is in a person's hands, then what? Entering the workforce out college is an intimidating situation, but luckily there are some skills that can help anyone stand out among the competition and land that ...
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1 June 2013 at 13 : 34 PM
5 Tips in Storing Your Tools Correctly
Many different people invest money in tools. Whether they're being used for DIY home projects, professional work, or hobbies, tools are a necessity for everyone. If they are taken care of properly, they can last a lifetime and be passed down onto future generations. Tools that are poorly cared for can succumb to rust or electronic failure. Take a look at ...
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