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The History of the Non-Literal Use of “Literally”
By Samuel Phineas Upham The meaning of the word “literally” has morphed considerably over recent years. It’s now commonplace to hear people use the word not to describe something happening “in a literal manner or sense” but to describe something that didn’t actually happen but is said to bring extra emphasis to a point. But…
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The Rigors of Fire Training
Firefighters are modern day heroes as they risk their lives on a daily basis. More than this, it remains to be a very competitive profession, to which a lot have trained to become. A lot want to enter this field, but the opportunities are very limited; most departments only hire ever two years, and may…
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Stem Cell Research: Changing Biomedicine Indefinitely
Author bio: Guest post is submitted by Sasha Bakhru, the VP, CTO, and Co-Founder of Perosphere Inc., which is a specialty pharmaceuticals company. Go to his website for more information. Bio Medicine continues to change rapidly with all of the modern advancements in research. There are many types of medical treatment that are now available…
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Firefighters and EMT: Getting Started
There are very few careers available where one can have a direct impact in saving lives. Both Firefighters and EMTs fit that very definition. With a combination of numerous skills, plus a healthy dose of courage, they have the remarkable ability to preserve life on a daily basis. However, to find yourself employed in either…
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Biomedical Engineering, Learning Through Extensive Research
If you are someone who has a lot of interest in biomedical engineering, then you need to be made aware that there is a lot of extensive research that goes into learning about it. When you have come to the conclusion that, from an education standpoint, this is the path you want to take; you…
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Things to Consider Before You Hire An Engineer
Whether you have an established company or if you are a seasonal developer, finding the right engineer to handle the tasks at hand is crucial. A professional engineer handles a lot of work which is why failure to hiring the right one will affect the job entirely. Below are some tips to help you in…
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Take A Class In Computer Software Training Online
In today’s world computer software training online is essential to get the higher paying jobs. It’s crucial to know how to use a variety of different types of software. It’s not enough to know how to use email and one type of word processing software. Today you need to know how to use every type…
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Surviving a Potential DUI
Driving after having drinks can be a stressful experience. On one hand the driver might not be intoxicated at all, but be afraid an officer will think they are if they are pulled over and they smell alcohol on the breath. One the other hand, the person may indeed be over the limit and made…
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The ‘Occupy’ Movement is Looking for a Change – How To Deal With Hardship
Right now, all across the country, people are making it clear that they have had enough and are tired of waiting for a promise of change that they have been told is coming for far too long now. Millions of people have fallen on troubled times, and have felt stuck between a rock and a…
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The Cheapest Textbooks Are Online
As if the rising cost of school tuition and moving out on your own for the first time wasn’t enough, students these days must also deal with the mind-boggling price of their college textbooks. Of course, buying an expensive book now and then wouldn’t be so hard on barely sturdy wallets and backpack zipper pockets,…