| Who Would Win: A Cheetah Or Gazelle? by Maxine Clarke |
| From a young age we all learn that the cheetah is one of Earth's speediest land mammals, but if you have ever spent time in pursuit of a gazelle, you will know that they too have the ability to easily show you a clean pair of heels. As such, I have been plagued for some time but the poser: who would win in a race between a cheetah and a gazelle? |
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| Is There A Specific Ocean? by Maxine Clarke |
| Without doubt, one of the biggest gripes I have is the pronunciation of the word 'specific' as 'Pacific'. Geography may not be my strong point, but I'm pretty certain there is no Specific Ocean, so why the confusion when asking somebody to do something in a precise and clearly identified manner? |
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| The Mamma Mia! Phenomenon by Maxine Clarke |
| The critics hate it, the music is 30 years old, it's full of embarrassing middle-aged people cavorting about, it's painfully uncool. And it's the highest grossing British film of all time at the UK box office. What the Benny and Bjorn is going on? |
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| Top Five Bands Beginning With H by Maxine Clarke |
| 'Music makes the world go round, the world go round, the world go round. Music makes the world go round, all day long'. Ne'er a true word spoke than this timeless nursery rhyme. But what music is responsible for making the world go around? |
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| Top Five Bands Beginning With G by Maxine Clarke |
| It is often said that 'music has the charms to soothe a savage beast', and certainly there are a great number of musical greats to please the masses. Yet for many, the need to uncover an hitherto unheard of artist is something that excites and inspires. |
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| Family Things To Do in London this Autumn and Winter by Maxine Clarke |
| As it gets chillier and the days get shorter, those of us with young families will want to plan some exciting escapes from the house. Happily, the capital is brimming with events and activities to warm up those cockles and entertain the most objectionable child. Many of these events are free too. |
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| Swap Your Bible For The Side Of A Bus by Maxine Clarke |
| As the British Humanist Association announces details of its forthcoming poster campaign, this article looks at why such a move should be seen as a giant leap in positivity. |
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| Five Ways To Pass The Time by Maxine Clarke |
| Ever been placed in the situation where there is an incredible amount of time to kill and very little to keep you entertained? Perhaps on a flight or long car journey, waiting in hospital or even during a lunch break at work? |
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| Top Five Bands Beginning With F by Maxine Clarke |
| If you have ever been sitting around with little else to do, you may have suddenly asked yourself: "Who are the best five bands beginning with the letter F?" Should that be the case, this article is perfect answer to that question. If, however, you have never thought of asking yourself that, then you have clearly never had a boring job! |
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| Five Ways To Annoy People You Work With by Maxine Clarke |
| We've all worked depressing jobs and know how difficult it can be to stay enthused in our roles. As such, it is often up to you, and those around you, to find a way in which to keep entertained in those hours between 9am and 5pm. |
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| Old Versus New: A Fair Comparison? by Maxine Clarke |
| How often do we see comparisons made between the sportsmen of yesteryear and those of the modern era? At a time when Sachin Tendulkar has achieved the monumental achievement of scoring over 12,000 runs in test cricket, some have already declared that no-one - not even the prolific Tendulkar - will compare to the likes of Sir Don Bradman. |
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| Why I Prefer Atheism To Religion by Maxine Clarke |
| There are many reasons to praise the good that religion has done for the world throughout history, but in a world where, for some, religion is no longer a necessity, this article takes a look at just a few of the reasons why Atheism should replace religious faith. |
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| Top Five Bands Beginning With E by Maxine Clarke |
| It was William Shakespeare that said in Twelfth Night: "If music be the food of love, play on". Like Duke Orsino many of us may be more than familiar with unrequited love, so what better way to purge this feeling than by indulging in music? |
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| Top Five Bands Beginning With C by Maxine Clarke |
| There are thousands upon thousands of bands and artists out there, but who are the best? One of the solutions for breaking down musical artists into groups is to categorise them by genre. Another may be by era. This article takes the opportunity to list them in a simpler way - by recommending bands to listen to beginning with the letter C. |
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| Top Five Bands Beginning With B by Maxine Clarke |
| A number of essential bands' names begin with the letter B, prompting me to point readers in the direction of just a small selection of accessible and unforgettable groups in this category. |
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| Top Five Bands Beginning With A by Maxine Clarke |
| The first in a series of articles brings music fans a listed of recommended rock, indie, punk and metal bands to look out for and reminisce over. And what better place to start than by recommending five essential bands and artists beginning with the letter A. |
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| Halloween Chills and Thrills by Maxine Clarke |
| Pumpkins, gory costumes, spiders and E-numbered-up kids hammering on your door. Are you ready for this year's Halloween-fest? The supermarkets have been since the last Bank Holiday in August, so what's it all about? |
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| Working From Home - Is It All That? by Maxine Clarke |
| In this article, we will take a look at just five reasons why employees prefer an office environment to the surroundings of home. |
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| Five Must-See Sights of the Eternal City by Maxine Clarke |
| If you are planning a trip to this magnificent destination, or are stuck for an idea of where to explore on a city break, this article provides a rundown of the five must-see sights to visit. That's not to say there isn't much much more to see, but for a first visit to the city, these five sights are unmissable. |
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| What Not to Teach in School by Maxine Clarke |
| As rumours persist that the Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin believes in the teaching of Creationism in American schools, it is pertinent to offer an opinion focusing on why religious opinions should not be imposed on children. |
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| Clocks Go Back Autumn 2008 by Maxine Clarke |
| What does the clocks going back mean to you? Shorter, darker days is just the beginning for most of us. |
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| Factors Affecting First-Time Buyers by Maxine Clarke |
| The UK Treasury has taken steps to boost the stagnating housing market by rising the threshold for stamp duty to GBP175,000. But what other challenges face first-time buyers? |
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| Cheaper Family Ski Holidays During October Half Term by Maxine Clarke |
| Taking your family on a ski holiday this season needn't be expensive and stressful. With travel insiders predicting low availability and high prices during the February 2009 half term, the October school holiday is looking more and more attractive. |
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| Time to Admit That US Gun Laws Need Change by Maxine Clarke |
| Not for the first time, tuning in to the morning news revealed details of another gunman in the US taking to the streets and ending the lives of innocent people. Gun crime in the US continues to occur with distressing regularity, yet the availability and freedom with which individuals can purchase firearms remains an issue that needs focused attention. |
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| Britons Leaving the Bank Holiday Behind by Maxine Clarke |
| If you're not a fan of the wind whipping round your chops and sand nestling in your ears, you may well be one of the two million Brits expected to flee the country this August Bank Holiday. |
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