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Paris Hilton Supports Puppy Mills

She probably didn't realize it at the time, but self-proclaimed animal rights activist Paris Hilton supported puppy mills with the purchase of her male chihuahua in July 2007.

19 comments    health entertainment family
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Naked People on TV -- A Breast is a Breast

Are all humans created equal? Most modern Westerners would say yes, so why do we censor some breasts and not others?

5 comments    life women politics
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How to Invest as a College Student

An easy way for college students (or anyone else strapped for cash) to invest and see long-term returns with little risk.

16 comments    advice finance money
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Eternal Love: 'Til Death Do Us Part?

How far would you go for love? Marriage vows often include the phrase, "Until death do us part," but what if the surviving partner isn't ready to be parted from the dead one? What if, instead, the husband...

13 comments    love life relationships
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Five Ways to Conquer Phone Anxiety

I hate talking to strangers on the phone. I will share some of the tips I have learned at a job where I have to constantly make and receive calls, and hopefully it will give you some comfort that, if you have phone anxiety, you are not alone!

8 comments    life advice relationships
This was the first view I had of Prague.81

Three Things You Must Do in Prague!

Prague is, without a doubt, the most strikingly beautiful city I have ever visited. Here are the sites you absolutely must visit while you are there.

24 comments    advice tips travel
An Australian Shepherd with Persistent Pupillary Membrane, a possible side effect of poor breeding.  (Photo: ASHGI.org)84

The Dangers Hidden in a Puppy's Coloring

Many people hope that their puppy will be happy, healthy, and well-adjusted. We invest in training, get all the shots and toys, and even do some research. What we don't always realize is that a hidden health risk can be written all over our pup, and we might not even notice!

22 comments    love family pictures
A guitar can be a great starting point for writing a song. (Photo by Nicole Holte)79

How to Write a Song

Each summer for two weeks, I teach small classes of kids how to write, produce, and record a song. This hub will hopefully pass on some of the knowledge I've gained as a songwriter.

20 comments    entertainment how to how
A simple bedroom layout that is functional, space-efficient, and attractive will work best. (Photo by Stefanie L)84

Your First Apartment: Setting Up

Now, the best part of your first apartment: deciding how everything will look in your own space! This hub describes what to bring, what to leave behind, and how to make it feel like home.

4 comments    life advice how to
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Books vs TV: Literature's Losing Battle

Growing up, I was allowed one half hour of television per weekday. If there was something else on that I wanted to watch, I had to tape it and watch it on the weekend (when I had an hour each day). On...

8 comments    life family arts
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