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Beyond the Call, Movie Review

Movies entertain us on many levels. They make us laugh, cry, scream in fear. Every once in a great while though, they give us a glimpse of greatness and leave a lasting emotional impact. Beyond the Call is one such film. The newest documentary from Academy Award nominated Adrian Belic, the film focuses on three middle-aged former male soldiers who travel around the world on humanitarian aid missions. Lucky for those who may have missed it at the Oxford Film Festival, it is playing again in Memphis this Saturday. Continue reading

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The Healthy Benefits of Exercise

There is no need to explain the benefits of exercise. It has been proven time and again that looking after your body through physical exercises at any age will give you peace of mind and refresh your soul. Whatever time you exercise, whether it is early morning, late evening or even during the course of the day you will maintain health and even keep certain diseases at bay. Continue reading

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Interesting Facts About the Philippines – From History to Sports

Cardinal Jaime L. Sin, who was one of the world’s most popular religious leaders, had been nominated for the Nobel Prize several times in the past century. It was not a surprise to the people who had followed his professional life in the Philippines. Like Mother Teresa of Calcutta and Mahatma Gandhi, Sin was an advocate of human development and democracy. Continue reading

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Understand the Trend of Cosplay Costume in International Market

Cosplay costumes are of Japan origin. These costumes are also designed by some of the international counties like USA, UK AND CANADA. These designs are entirely different in appearance and culture of japan. Some of the Cosplay models which are popular in these countries are star trek, science fiction characters like aliens, start wars etc. most of the popular costumes which are popular in Japan like Nazi are not of much use in international market. Continue reading

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Can Pacman Gobble A Dinamita

The first fight ended in a controversial draw. The Pacquiao camp insisted that they won the fight if not for the “faulty” scoring of one the judges, while the Marquez camp thought that they outboxed the Filipino icon and won most of the rounds. On March 15, 2008 at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, fight fans will witness an epic battle that is 4-years long overdue. Marquez holds the WBC Super Featherweight belt, but Pacquiao is considered as the 2nd best pound-for-pound fighter today. Who will win? Who will get the chance to finish off some “Unfinished Business”? Continue reading

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