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Insomniacs Unite: Understanding the Science Behind Sleeplessness
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Can Tetris Inspire a Halloween Costume?
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What is the Great Books Foundation and how did it originate?
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Bigfoot Hoax Goes in Halls of Hooey
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Ethical Dilemma: Killing in War - Justifiable or Murder?
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Who Has Had a Greater Impact on the Planet: Thomas Midgley or George W. Bush?
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I don't feel funny cause I feel funny
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What does GW Bush's astro chart reveal about his personality and future?
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News Bush solution to Social Security?
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Crackpot in Real Life: A Conference Encounter
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Bush and Kerry are in one organization?
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News Letter from Soldier | Concord Monitor
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Faxing Acid to Europe: Is it Possible?
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News Scaring the public witless is part of our job description
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Is Halloween Disrespectful to Witches?
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News Knight and zealot from Skull & Bones
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No Wuss: The Exorcist Still Scary Movie
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News Another 'right' denied by the Bush admin.
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Debunking Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle: Einstein's View
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Want to hear something REALLY gross?
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How much money is sufficient for you?
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News Bush's 'trifecta' - 9/11, war, recession
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So what are you being for Halloween?
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News Who Will Win the US Presidential Election?
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News Check Out Fake Photo of President Bush: "Whatever it Takes"
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News Is George W. Bush's IQ Really 129?
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News Is a Major Overhaul of the US Government Possible? Feedback Wanted!
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News How did 377 tons of explosives go missing in Iraq?
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Can a dog call 911 and save the day?
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News Is This Video of Bush Giving the Middle Finger Real?
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Good riddle, How do you get off the island?
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Is Divorce the Best Option When You Can't Stay Together?
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What is the largest number that can fit in x units of space?
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Exercise and how do you get motivated?
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Is 0.999... Truly Equal to 1?
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How Can I Beat Boredom and Find Joy in My Daily Activities?
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What Happens If Sox Win Tonight?
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News Kerry Tied to "666" in Iowa? ABC News Report
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Need help with college interviews
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Where is the missing $2 from the radio purchase?
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Can You Solve the Box Thing Puzzle?
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What is your yardstick to judge someone?
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Burned by Microwave Safe Cup: 500-700°F
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News Presidents (or future presidents) religion, an effect on the election?
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Uncovering the Truth Behind Nigerian Scams: A Scientist's Perspective
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Is it lucky to have a house like this?
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Does Wealth Equate to Genuine Happiness?
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Oregon TV calls out the Air Force
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News Who profits from the US national debt?
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News Is Teresa Heinz Kerry a Campaign Asset or Liability Compared to Laura Bush?
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Is It Immoral to Take a Quarter from the Tray for a Phone Call?
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News President Bush doesn’t win the election
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Seriouslywhat's wrong with some people?
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Can Depression Make You Feel Worthless?
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News Iraqi Gov and IAEA side with Kerry
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What Does F=ma Really Mean? A Closer Look at Newton's Law
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How important is your first year of engineering/other degree?
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Why Is the USA Resistant to Industrial Hemp Despite Its Benefits?
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Efficient Surveying Techniques for AutoCad Blueprint Creation
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Is Rice Healthy or Harmful for Your Diet?
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News The difference between Iraq and Vietnam?
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Ownership and Funding of Online Content: Uncovering the Truth
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Creative Shirt Ideas for Physics People | Help from a Digital Graphics Major
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Experience Hypoallergenic Cats with ALLERCA: No Allergy Treatments Needed
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Being GOD: Is Eternal Life Boring?
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Ever been addicted to something "non-addictive"?
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Find the ratio of the number of boys to the number of girls
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Job Opportunity: Surveying in Training, Make Double Salary & Benefits
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Want to Build a Fun 'Physics' Gun?
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Is Absolute Truth a Myth?
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Solving Equality w/ 2,3,4,5,+,=: Two Ways?
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Logic & Derivation: Find Resources & Lessons
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Happy Halloween: Spooky Fun & Festive Treats!
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News Will young voters and African Americans sway the election in Kerry's favor?
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News Terror Alert: Bush Kicks Up a Stir
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Is Our Reality Just a Computer Simulation?
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News Is a Draft the Solution to the Soldier Shortage?
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News USA again against Geneva Conventions
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News Why are you voting for George W Bush?
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What are the axioms of deduction?
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What If Our Understanding of Physics Is Fundamentally Flawed?
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How Do I Operate a C-Band Antenna with an EchoStar 500 Receiver?
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Is Playing Games the Key to Happiness?
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News The American Conservative endorses - Kerry
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News Did *The Guardian* just suggest the assassination of our President
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The Thread About Psychics: Skepticism, Proof, and Double-Talk
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News Is Duelfer's Unique Style Reflected in the CIA WMD Report Design?
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Thomas Kuhn's Critics: Evaluating Views on Scientific Revolution
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What is the Shortest Cord Length for Clock to Outlet?
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How do I cope with the loss of my beloved cat, Sandy?
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Nutshell Explanation of Liquid Color Displays
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SNL Season Premiere - Ashlee Simpson's Flop Performance
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News Democratic linked organizations committing election fraud in Ohio
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Is Science Exploited for Profit?
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