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"Toy Story 3" to Cross $1 Billion at Box Office

Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story 3" is generating more and more money at the box office. The animated movie sequel, which ranks seventh among all-time worldwide grossing films, is expected to cross the $1 billion mark on Friday, according to the studio. This will make Disney the first company to field...

Astrological Signs Change as Earth Tilts Per Minnesota Planetarium Society

Astrological Signs Change as Earth Tilts Per Minnesota Planetarium Society

Astronomers from the Minnesota Planetarium Society reported a change in astrological signs as a result of the tilt of Earth, all thanks to a thirteenth star identified as Ophiuchus or Serpentarius. Astronomers from the Planetarium have determined that the tilt of the Earth's axis as it revolvesd...

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What Is Guano?

Guano is, in a nutshell, animal poop—but with one important qualifier. It is useful animal poop. It is so rich in nutrients that it can be used as fertilizer. The term was first used in Peru, where people had to make a clear distinction between the ordinary excrement from the “beneficial” ones...

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Academy Awards 2010

The Academy Awards were held Sunday, March 7, 2010. The highlights of the show included many highlights. The awards show kicked off with a shocker: a red carpet arrest by police after a man clambered over a 7 foot fence and police took him to the ground and the suspense maintained as statues were...

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MacKenzie Phillips Family Secret, Yawn!

Oprah and I don't have a great history of getting along. Today's show where Mackenzie Phillips the mother of John Phillips the founder of the Mama's and Papa's plans to reveal huge family secrets. Yawn. I hate it when celebrities, and shows like Oprah hype this stuff to no end. The secret is...

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What Is a PreSentence Report?

A pre-sentence report is a legal document that details the personality of the accused individual and the circumstances that led to the crime. This report is normally made once the investigation has been completed and before a sentence is announced. Other information is also included in a pre-sentence...

15 Ridiculous, Yet Politically Correct Moments

15 Ridiculous, Yet Politically Correct Moments

Political Correctness: the Oxford American Dictionary defines it as "the avoidance... of forms of expression or action that are perceived to exclude, marginalize, or insult groups of people." Okay, we can get behind that. But what does it actually mean in reality?

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What Is Deposition Testimony?

A deposition testimony is a type of testimony obtained outside of the court. This can include sworn statements but not necessarily in the presence of a judge. As deposition usually refers to information gathered out of court, a deposition testimony can be gathered in an informal location and this...

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Liz Cheney Attacks Justice Department Lawyers

Liz Cheney, former Vice President Dick Cheney's daughter, has attacked the justice department lawyers who represented Guantanamo Bay detainees. On the “Keep America Safe” website owned and operated by Liz and through conservative media, by posting a video and photos of the "Al Qaeda Seven." Liz's...

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5 Tips to Establish Good Credit in College

Establishing good credit basically comes down to taking out credit and proving that you are responsible with your finances.  The longer your history of holding credit and paying it back in a timely fashion, the better your credit score.It's a good idea to start establishing your credit worthiness...