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Correct Spacing for Landscape Trees and Shrubs: Examples of Planting Distances Between Familiar Woody Ornamentals

In: Tree Care

By: Feature Writer Georgene A. Bramlage

Babieca, El Cid's White Charger: A Brief History of a Spanish War Horse

In: Horses

By: Lynda Osborne

The $12 Million Stuffed Shark: The Curious Economics of Contemporary Art – A Review

In: Art Books

By: Feature Writer Katherine Kuzma-Beck

How to Write a Eulogy: Tips for Writing a Sample Funeral Speech

In: Speech Writing

By: Feature Writer Naomi Rockler-Gladen

How Bioluminescence and Chemiluminescence Work: Glow in the Dark Animals, Plants, Fungi and Microorganisms

In: Biology

By: Bridget Coila

What is Port Wine? The World’s Greatest Fortified Wine, and How to Drink It

In: Portuguese Wine/Port

By: Iain Manson

Swine Flu Prevention on Cruise Ships: Health Screening for Cruises and H1N1 Flu Treatment Available

In: Cruise/Island Vacations

By: Feature Writer Renee Ruggero

Gilded Walnuts - Home Made Christmas Decorations: The Best Victorian Festive Traditions Can Be Crafted By Kids

In: Crafts

By: Feature Writer Richard Mudhar

Best Christmas Tool Gift Ideas for DIYers: Holiday Present Suggestions for handyman, Remodelers and Woodworkers

In: Home Renovation/Repair

By: Feature Writer Kelly Smith

Canada – USA Rivalry in Women's Hockey: North American Teams Top Two in International Hockey

In: Women's Ice Hockey

By: Feature Writer Heather Engel

Free Books for Teenagers and Young Adults: Six Great Places Where Teens Can Get Books Absolutely Free

In: Teen Fiction

By: Feature Writer Francine Morrissette

Rarely, CFLs can Cause Adverse Health Effects: Sensitivity to EMFs, UV Rays, Flickering Create Problems for Some

In: Saving Energy

By: Holly Martin

Shaved Fennel, Cucumber and Orange Dill Salad: Anise or Licorice Flavors with Citrus and Sun Dried Tomatoes

In: Low Fat Cooking

By: Feature Writer Renee Shelton

Christmas Milkweed Pod and Pinecone Angel: Make This Quick and Easy Holiday Decoration for Your Tree

In: Green/Simple Living

By: Stefanie Gabrych Fraser

What the Colour of Your Tie Says About You! Men's Fashion, Aesthetics, Colour Co-ordination, Buying a Necktie

In: Men's Style

By: Feature Writer Nicholas Morine

Become a Master Gardener: Volunteer to Help Others Learn to be Better Gardeners

In: Plants & Bulbs

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Literature Review – Ray Bradbury, Fahrenheit 451: Dystopic American Literature on Censorship, Reality TV

In: Classic American Fiction

By: Feature Writer Nicholas Morine

The Morton Arboretum: Year-Round Outdoor Family Activities in Chicago Suburbs

In: Family Travel

By: Katherine Kocisky

Twenty-Year Anniversary of Loma Prieta Quake: Santa Cruz Mountain Winemakers Recount Events of October '89 Tremor

In: Earthquakes & Avalanches

By: June Smith

Coleus Plant Winners at a New Trial Garden: Solenostemon Hybrids Perform Well at Franklin Park Conservatory

In: Flower Gardens

By: Feature Writer Christine Eirschele

Zombie Survival Guide – Home Preparations: Author Max Brooks on House Modifications and Supplies

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction

By: Terah Talley

Wild-Rice Cakes: Healthy Appetizer Features Grain Crop from U.S. Great Lakes Region

In: Dinner Recipes

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Animals Make Us Human: Creating the Best Life for Animals

In: Mammals

By: Feature Writer Martha R. Gore

You Know You are a Horse Person When... Seven Easy Ways to Diagnose Equine Obsession

In: Horses

By: Paula Sainthouse

Fear of Crime Causes Depression: Belief in an Increasingly Dangerous World Destroys Mental Health

In: Depression

By: Feature Writer Jennifer Copley

150 Years of Surgery in New France: Jean Madry Commissioned First Canadian Surgeon

In: Canadian History

By: Rosemary E. Bachelor

Blue Perennial Flowers: Many Popular Perennials have Blue Flowers Perfect for the All Blue Flower Garden

In: Flower Gardens

By: Barbara M. Martin

Technical Jargon of Wikipedia: Deciphering the Acronym and Abbreviations of Wiki Editors

In: Business Writing

By: Feature Writer Terence P Ward

Nova Scotia Hiking Vacations: Visit Cape Breton Highlands, Keji, Beaches, Cape Split for Day Hikes

In: Nova Scotia Travel

By: Feature Writer Chloë Ernst

Loss of Polar Sea Ice Speeding up: Arctic Warming Impacts the Rest of the World

In: Climate Change

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

How to Write Faster and Reach Word Count Goals: Time Management Goals for Writers During NaNoWriMo and Every Month

In: Writing Techniques

By: Feature Writer Suzanne Pitner

Problems of Nitrogen Narcosis in Scuba Diving: Raptures of the Deep is a Condition That can Impact Scuba Divers

In: Scuba Diving

By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Umbrella Etiquette: Guidelines for Being Courteous When Using an Umbrella

In: Shoes & Accessories

By: Sharon Russell

Barrett Browning's Sonnet 18: I never gave a lock of hair away

In: British Poetry

By: Feature Writer Linda Sue Grimes

Wedding Decorations—Symbolism and Meaning: Colors and Flowers—Symbolic of Feelings, Thoughts and Intentions

In: Wedding Decor

By: Debby Mayne

The Beard is Back: Why Men are Growing Facial Hair

In: Men's Style

By: Tim Ellis

Hornbills of Africa, Asia, and Indonesia: Colourful Birds with Big Bills and Strange Nests

In: Wild Birds

By: Feature Writer Rosemary Drisdelle

How to Find the Best French Cookware: Copper Pots and Pans, le Creuset and Mauviel for Cooking and Baking

In: Home Management

By: Feature Writer Fleur Hupston

Propylene Glycol Antifreeze Safer for Pets: PG Antifreeze a Less Toxic Alternative to Ethylene Glycol Products

In: Pet Care

By: Feature Writer Jennifer Copley

Hamlet's Love of Words, Words, Words: Explore the Play of Words in Shakespeare's Play of Hamlet

In: Shakespeare Tragedies

By: P. Ryan Anthony

Water Harvesting: Conserving a Precious Resource Can Conflict with the Law

In: Environmentalism

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

How to Write a Scientific Research Paper: Key Points for Writing a Science Paper or Medical Article

In: Academic Writing

By: Kirsti A. Dyer

Vesalius and the Anatomy Illustration: Anatomical Images and Historical Illustrations, Wellcome Library

In: Historical Resources

By: Feature Writer Lito Apostolakou

The Propaganda of Lord Haw Haw: William Joyce Hanged for Treason in U.K.

In: WW II History

By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Comma Rule No. 2—Separating Items in a Series: Use Commas to Separate Three or More Details, Never Two

In: Copyediting/Grammar & Style

By: Greg Gildersleeve

Colonial American Crime and Punishment: Punishments Were Always Public as a Means to Deter Crimes

In: Colonial America

By: Feature Writer Michael Streich

Easy Butternut and White Bean Soup Recipe: Quick and Hearty Homemade Autumn Dish

In: Fall Recipes

By: Lauren Tamraz

Aztec Military Orders and Social Advancement: Aztec Warrior Societies – Eagle Warriors to Otontin & Cuahchicqueh

In: Aztec History

By: Feature Writer Tony Dunnell

Spam The Cookbook by Marguerite Patten: With Recipe for Spam Steaks in Port Wine

In: Gourmet/Regional Cookbooks

By: Feature Writer Dale Van Every

Peter Yarrow Talks About His Books for Kids: Famous Singer/Songwriter Re-Imagines Popular Folk Songs

In: Picture Books

By: Feature Writer Michael Jung


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