Freddie Mercury

On the 23rd November 1991, Freddie Mercury issued the following press release to the international press: “Following the enormous conjecture in the press over the last two weeks, I wish to confirm that I have been tested HIV positive and have...

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Globalization: Think Of It Like NASCAR! Part Seven

This is part seven of my series on globalization. Here, we're talking a little bit about the tangled web they weave, as the powers-that-be pursue concrete material interests beneath and behind a facade of 'national security.'

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Freddie Mercury: Lover of life, singer of songs

Freddie Mercury lead singer of Queen is remembered as one of the great singers of all time. His songs changed music forever.

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Zipper and Button Puller

Arthritic hands can be a detriment to many activities that you took for granted. Whether it was writing, typing on a keyboard or cooking these once easy jobs are now a challenge. And one of the most discouraging things is that it prevents you or makes it very difficult to take care of yourself particularly dressing yourself. Not being able to pull up a zipper or button a button can be frustrating.

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Living Independently

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Balancing Life and Caregiving

Over 22 million Americans currently care for an older adult. Many care for a parent or a loved one who is chronically ill, disabled or elderly. The job of caregiving is so important but it can be a stressful one. It can take a toll on the...

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Ethiopia- Interesting facts

Ethiopia has a great history which is often overlooked by many, as they still have the images of starving Ethiopians ingrained into their psyche. The following facts i am about to list will hopefully increase people's knowledge of this East African country.

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The Moyo-Bono Divide: What Are The Opposing Sides?

By Suzanne Fitzpatrick In 2009, economist and New York Times best selling author Dambisa Moyo published her first book; Dead Aid: Why Aid Is Not Working and How There is Another Way for Africa. Dead...

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Concert for Ocean Aid is an idea

I don't know about you but the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and the appalling way the clean-up and stopping of the leak has been handled has really depressed me. I cannot stop thinking about all the billions of sea birds, turtles, dolphins, fish...

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Discover ways to Receive Your Fair Share Of Assisted Living Veterans Benefits

Many veterans or their surviving husband or wife haven’t heard of or know how to go about getting the "VA aid and attendance Assisted Living veterans benefits. The simple truth is that a lot of families believe they need to work with a veteran's...

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