Notable Recipients of the Anti-Defamation League Award

In its 100th year since it was founded, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) continues to function as the USA's premier civil rights and human relations agency.

Notable Recipients of the Anti-Defamation League Award

Diet and Acne Re-visited

Whether you call them pimples, blemishes or zits, the hallmarks of acne are the source of untold misery for many young people. At a time when they are developing crucial lifeskills and social networks this cruel affliction affects self-esteem and causes social withdrawal, depression and anxiety.

Diet and Acne Re-visited

Take a Trip By Yourself

With a positive attitude and a mind open to adventure, a solo trip abroad can be a thrilling rite of passage that you'll never forget. Without those things, it can be depressing and lonely, even regretful. In order to set yourself up for success, I've broken down a few tried-and-true tips as well as a few of the best solo travel destinations.

Take a Trip By Yourself: Solo Travel Destinations & Planning Advice

Chocolate and Stroke

Eating moderate amounts of chocolate each week may be linked to lower risk of stroke.

Chocolate and Stroke

Auburn, Alabama

It's easy to love and easy to get to; it's a great place to raise a family and, according to Forbes.com, it's one of the top 20 cities in the U.S. for business and careers. Auburn, Ala., is a cool college town that has something for every age.

Auburn, Ala., is Kicking Butt and Takin' Names

Day trips from London

The city of London is full of stunning attractions that bring in millions of tourists every year. From the Houses of Parliament to Buckingham Palace, to the Tower of London and the famous black cabs and red double-decker buses, there's always something to see in one of the world's busiest and most popular cities. But what if you've already seen it all? Seasoned London visitors who are still looking to have fun in the city may roll their eyes at the mention of Madam Tussauds, or the idea of a trip down the Thames on a tour boat, but if you're tired of all the traditional attractions, what is there to do for entertainment within London?

Day trips from London

Barcelona

Barcelona offers an amazing variety of sightseeing attractions, museums, cathedrals, and even beaches and hill walking.
Euromonitor International found that Barcelona was the 5th most visited city in Europe in 2010 with 5 million visitors.

Barcelona

Las Ramblas is Barcelona's ultimate pedestrian paradise - a broad tree-lined boulevard where traffic is confined to a narrow lane on each side. It is the place to see, and be seen, in Barcelona.

Barcelona Las Ramblas

See also:

Barcelona - Sagrada Familia

Barcelona - Parc Guell

A Guide to Valencia

If you can't choose between a city break and a beach holiday you don't have to when you visit Valencia.

More at: A Guide to Valencia

Fear and Politics

Political campaigns often use fear as a mechanism to influence public opinion on issues such as immigration and war but this strategy does not affect everyone equally.

Fear and Politics

The Joys Of Florence

The city receives millions of visitors each year and it's easy to see why. There is such a variety on offer in Florence ranging from its wealth of artistic and architectural heritage, the designer shopping, the beauty of the River Arno, and the wealthy roots of the city to its enviable location in the rolling Tuscan countryside with its associated delicious foods and wines. A visit to Florence is a delight for all the senses.

The Joys Of Florence.

Taiwan

When you think about vacationing over seas in an exotic land, places like Puerto Rico, Hawaii or Jamaica might be the first locations that come to mind. Taiwan, for instance, is probably not near the top ten on your list. However, more people are beginning to regard this country as a beautiful, culturally rich land that many will want to visit again and again.

Taipei and more at: Find Out Why There is So Much More To See in Taiwan

Paternity questions

Paternity questions have made great headlines for bad TV, and with developments in DNA testing, answering paternity questions has become as easy as, well, taking a pregnancy test.


3% of Children Not Genetically Related to Assumed Father

Driving In Europe Tips and Laws

Car hire at your holiday destination or even driving directly to your holiday resort is a common occurrence. Driving while on holiday as opposed to other forms of getting around includes a number of key benefits from a greater ease when transporting families to budget efficiency and greater freedom to explore. If you are considering driving in Europe, you will do well to familiarize yourself with the latest driving regulations and tips.

More at: Driving In Europe Tips and Laws

Weight loss

It is a sad and frustrating fact that many (perhaps, most) attempts to lose weight result in a temporary loss that is reversed in a relatively short time.

Keeping the Pounds Off

Rome - Capital of Italy

Known as 'the Eternal City' Rome, the Italian capital, is one of the most varied and historic cities in Europe.

Read about this fascinating city: Rome - Capital of Italy.

Croatia’s Top Cities

Croatia’s landscape boosts crystal clear turquoise water, dramatic coastline and charming islands, while its cities are scattered with romantic pebble stone streets.

More at A Guide To Croatia’s Top Cities

A Genetic Link to Leadership

A specific DNA sequence has been significantly associated with the likelihood that an individual is linked with a leadership position.

A Genetic Link to Leadership

Racism and Knowledge of History

The acknowledgement of racism hinges on people's knowledge of history. If you are a member of a group that has been disadvantaged in the past you will not be surprised that this is frequently not acknowledged - and may be denied - by people from other backgrounds.

Racism and Knowledge of History

Don't Take Snakes on a Plane

Gearing up for some holiday travel or a big vacation? When you head to the airport, don't forget to pack those bags thoughtfully. Checked baggage costs money and you have to be careful what you try to carry-on. Flying is fast, but you can't just chuck things into your bags the way you might throw a few last minute necessities into your car. If you really want to get your stuff to your final destination intact, sometimes you have to do a little planning and ship it there. We know you're all smart readers and you'd never try to take contraband like this through that TSA checkpoint.

Don't Take Snakes on a Plane & Other Packing Tips From Cpt. Obvious

Scrap the Mask and Treat Sleep Apnea the Natural Way

If you know fifteen people in the U.S., then you know at least one person who is afflicted with the sleep disorder known as sleep apnea.

Scrap the Mask and Treat Sleep Apnea the Natural Way