When the hit television series Lost made its debut several years ago, many viewers were exposed for the first time to an idea that\'s already caught on among travel enthusiasts: Adventure tourism.
During the first season of that airline-crash-survivors-on-a-deserted-island drama, one crucial plot point after another turned on the character of John Locke (named for the famous political...
Indications from the Federal Reserve show that in 2007 consumer debt in the U.S. remained fairly steady, averaging at approximately $8,500 per citizen. Roughly 37 percent of that consumer debt, according to the study, is revolving credit - defined as credit that is repeatedly available as periodic repayments are made. The most common type of revolving credit is credit cards. With nearly 164...
Securing a diamond, gemstone, pearl or other stone in place on a ring, jewelry settings come in a variety of forms - from functional to decorative. When choosing a jewelry setting it\'s important to understand the differences in terminology as well styles.
Bezel settings hold a diamond or other gem inside a metal rim that has a collar that encircles the entire stone as well as extending...
Saving money is not something every American likes to think about but it\'s something the most prudent and prepared consumers know they must do. Saving money doesn\'t have to be some sort of exercise in torture. In fact, it really comes down to the golden rule of savings: Pay yourself first. Adopt this approach to money and the rest will fall into place. Following are tips on how to start...
Longtime observers of American pop culture will have noticed by now that the storytelling geniuses at some comic book companies seem to have an overriding obsession.
No, it\'s not the tortured hero whose powers come as more of a burden than a joy. Nor is it the alienated protagonist whose freakish powers (say sociologists) represent the way that the teenage comic-book reader sees his or her...
In the mountainous highlands of the small kingdom of Lesotho, the Letseng Diamond Mine, operated by Gem Diamonds Limited, has produced some of the world\'s most notable diamonds. Recently, the company announced the discovery of the world\'s 20th-largest diamond.
The generous uncut and unnamed diamond weighs in at nearly 500 carats and will be cut into a single round brilliant measuring up to...
The recent wild swings of the stock market have left many doubting the health of their investment portfolio. Although we should concentrate on investing for the long run, during an economic down-turn, it\'s easy enough for investors to lose focus. The following are ideas and tips for staying the course, regrouping, and perhaps recouping.
Bargain Stocks
Now is a good time to consider...
A few weeks ago, at a local production of Richard Greenberg\'s brilliant play \"The Violet Hour,\" spectators entering the theatre were treated to the following sign:
Warning: there is cigarette smoking in this play.
Indeed there was, for Pulitzer Prize-winner Greenberg\'s odd and endearing opus is set in the 1920s, when, in many places, individuals smoked more over breakfast than whole...
Now, more than ever, staying on target with an existing budget is the smart approach to tough times. Tightening up spending may not seem like much fun, but being willing to put off instant gratification for future security will create even greater financial freedom down the road. It\'s not a bad idea to review your budget, see if there are any necessary adjustments that should be made, and...
Electrolyte imbalances within the body can occur in response to many factors. When a person is dehydrated either from sickness or starvation, their electrolytes can become depleted. Certain medications can cause electrolyte imbalances as well as chronic diseases such as diabetes and renal failure. Electrolytes have a large role in balancing all metabolic reactions related to the delicate pH...
