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Film Review: '211' Is One of Nicolas Cage's Least Inspiring Films of 2018
Nicolas Cage keeps heading on a downward spiral— cranking out mediocre indie B-straight-to-DVD and VOD films no less than a span of five movies at a time in five months just to pay the bills. They keep going under the radar and are not films audiences are interested in viewing these days. It’s such a travesty because he is a very talented actor, but he just hasn’t been cast in the right film role that really captivates audiences.
By Suzanne Rothberg8 years ago in Geeks
How to Build a Portfolio on $8.50 an Hour
I'm currently writing a book on money-making apps. While I was researching the apps for respectable gambling (AKA investing), I talked to the Indiana Secretary of State’s office for a brief description of what exactly these apps do. Basically, they engage in a somewhat risky form of investment called mutual funds. Mutual funds are the top investment funds for most Americans, and they give us cheap, easy access to stocks, bonds, and other types of assets. They add up much faster than a traditional bank account, and the Indiana Secretary of State recommends a booklet called Mutual Funds and ETFs: Maybe All You’ll Ever Need.
By Becky Oberg8 years ago in Trader
What to Say to a Friend With Depression
Depression is like a dark cloud that won't go away. It has its days when the sun wants to come in but, the clouds are so thick that it blocks the light and its nutrients from getting to the places we need it most, our mind, body, and soul.
By Crystal E.8 years ago in Psyche
Bucking the Trend of Shooting in RAW
For the last several years now, photographers ranging from the serious amateur to the seasoned professional have been advocating for the use of the RAW photo format as the industry standard. But even so, there are still many good reasons to shoot in JPEG format. In fact, some of these are enticing RAW users to take a second look at and even revert to using the old file type.
By Jason A8 years ago in Photography
What I Did With One Day in Havana
With all that Havana, Cuba has to offer the prospect of spending just a day in the infamous city seemed overwhelming. Our trip to Havana was via the Norwegian Sky, a cruise ship that makes the trip from Miami to Havana and a private island in the Bahamas and back again weekly. Traveling on a cruise is always nice because it requires little planning on the part of the traveler (and you can't go wrong with a cruise that offers an open bar, am I right?). The downside to cruising is the minimal amount of time available to spend exploring the ports.
By Erin McDowell8 years ago in Wander
Must Read Military Leader Biographies
An unfortunate truth is that war has existed since the dawn of mankind. For all the destruction it inevitably causes, war has revealed some truly brilliant minds and larger-than-life figures in the history of the world. This list of military leader biographies provides a brief look at some of the greatest and most terrible generals, emperors, and conquerors in recorded history.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick8 years ago in Serve
Know More EV
EV is abbreviated from electric vehicle. These are cars that run solely on electricity. There are other abbreviations that are hybrid vehicles with both electric and a combustible engine to run the car, having the ability to charge with a lead, there are also hybrids out there that cannot be charged via a charging lead and will use the engine to charge the batteries. Hybrid vehicles are becoming more popular as they do help the environment and also keeping the range up to get to any destination you require, without stress of finding a place to charge so often. The range is getting better on all the new electric vehicles as are the makes and models with exceptional designs.
By CHARGE GREEN LTD8 years ago in Wheel
Best Lap Desks on Amazon You Can Buy
Laptops are now becoming the more popular options as opposed to desktops, and it's easy to see why. They offer just as much power, ease of use, and connectivity as a desktop in most cases. The thing is, they're cheaper and remain more mobile than desktops, too.
By Cato Conroy8 years ago in 01
Actor's Life
If you have seen the hit TV show, Claws, you might know Andrea Sooch. She plays Riva, a crime boss for the Russian Mob. She has also guest starred on Law & Order, Taxi Brooklyn, Gotham, Boardwalk Empire, Broad City, and The Blacklist. In addition to being an actor, she is also a Drama Therapist and is the co-creator of the ACTing Cure Group Model. In fact, I interned with her at AHRC, an organization that helps adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, where she used tools of drama therapy and positive interventions to maximize potentials in a therapeutic recreational setting, and to help people flourish.
By Kevin Higgins8 years ago in Geeks
A Lesson in Feminism and Adult Entertainment for Rudy Giuliani
It’s hard to hold my tongue when I hear people, particularly men, claim that a female who has worked in the sex industry is not allowed an opinion, certain rights, or is not a ‘credible’ source of information.
By Samantha Bentley8 years ago in Viva
The Emotion of Sports
"But in any given day, in the most mundane newspaper feature, in the most meaningless mid season game, there can be a moment of transcendence, a flash of genuine magic, which hints at all the possibilities. That's what keeps you engaged, keeps you in your seat."—J.R. Moehringer
By Lizz Darcy8 years ago in Unbalanced
Going Punk: A Writer's Guide to the Punk Side of Sci-Fi
When you hear the word "punk," what do you think of? Hoodlums on skateboards? Or maybe a kid wearing black eyeliner and their bangs all swept over one eye? Punk means different things to different people, but the word—and everything that goes with it—has forged a new meaning in the genre of science fiction.
By Skylar Banach8 years ago in Futurism
Exploring Yourself
People often wonder about their sexual desires. They often wonder at what age should one prowl into their desires. I believe at the age of 16, everyone should understand the basic concept of sex. Now, should they partake in sex? My answer is that’s a conversation for you and your parents to decide. And if you are at a reasonable age then, the world is your oyster. So to everyone out there, I say, just think about it. At what age did you begin discovering yourself? And just know, that no matter what age it may be, know that you are not alone. There is nothing that you should be ashamed of.
By PsychedelHippie Smith8 years ago in Filthy
Russia 2018
We are days away from the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Days away from the tournament that will pit the 32 best teams in the world on one stage competing for soccer hegemony. The stars have aligned and will be on the pitch for competition in the forms of Neymar, Messi, and Ronaldo. The trio of superstars look to provide a spectacle for all to see carrying their respective national team’s flag in hopes of capturing the most coveted prize as the world’s best. In lieu of that pursuit, the politics of sport have taken hold of this prestigious tournament. The setting and the timing of the event look to make this years’ competition one of the most politicized sporting events in decades. Russia as the host city in conjunction with the United States involvement in the bidding for the 2026 World Cup have made this years’ tournament particularly interesting.
By Kyle Jordan Ferguson8 years ago in Cleats
Irish Pubs
Whether you’re in the heart of Dublin or the beautiful village of Kilsheelan, the pub is the center of life in Ireland. Not just for the Guinness or Jameson, or (the author’s personal favorite) Magners—you go for the stories, the laughs, the football or hurling game, or simply the beautiful Irish smiles.
By Hellen Rae Gable8 years ago in Proof
