23rd November 2006
As the largest state capital in the United States, Phoenix has always been one of the Untied States' hottest tourist destinations. Indeed, in the Navajo language, Phoenix is known as 'Hoodzo' - perhaps best translated in a modern context as 'this place is...
10th November 2006
The number of weekend breaks people take in today's modern world has increased considerably over the last ten years. Instead of spending weekends at home, young, working individuals have been taking advantage of cheaper and more frequent flights to other ...
18th October 2006
Today, the Deering Estate at Cutler is one of south Florida's most revered landmarks, and an essential stop off point for any visitor to the state. Acquired by the state of Florida in 1989, it was once home to Charles Deering, brother of the millionaire i...
18th October 2006
Originally developed by the US Army Corps of Engineers to provide flood control and water conservation, Canyon Lake, Texas today offers recreational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. A reservoir located on the Guadalupe River, Canyon Lak...
17th October 2006
Herbert Hoover has the sad misfortune of being remembered as the President in office at the time of the Wall Street Crash, and the ensuing onset of the Great Depression. However, he has achieved a lasting legacy in the Hoover Dam; also known as the Boulde...
04th October 2006
One of the world's most universal truths is that children are the future, and the sacred image of childhood is one that is enshrined in all the world's cultures. This is precisely why films like 2006's Children of Men and its bleak tagline, "No children. ...
04th October 2006
As is the case with most major American cities, St Louis, Missouri, underwent rapid industrialisation over the course of the twentieth century. However, unlike many of these cities, St Louis also managed to preserve a large amount of its natural parkland:...
20th September 2006
If you're looking for a unique experience while visiting the city of Des Moines, Iowa, the Heritage Carousel in Union Park is certainly a terrific option to take. One of the few wooden carousels built since the 1930s, the Heritage Carousel of Des Moines h...
21st August 2006
The UK has some of the world's most popular holiday destinations. Renowned across the globe for the fantastic breadth of the nation's recorded and visible history, Britain houses some of the best ancient monuments, country houses, castles, historic cities...
17th August 2006
Motor oil, coolant, clutch, transmission, power steering, and brake fluids are all vital parts of all cars. They need to be regularly checked, topped up or changed whenever required to ensure that the vehicle operates properly. The car owner's manual wi...
15th August 2006
With the release of the new Lasershot LBP-5000, Canon have introduced their first colour toner printer to feature all-in-one cartridges.
We compare this new concept colour toner printer with two of its conventional rivals, which utilise separate toner ...
14th August 2006
A restful break away from work and home has always been most peoples dream, but these days a holiday just as often means a stressful excursion as much as a chance to unwind. Don't take any risks with your break from the nine to five: get away to luxury an...
30th June 2006
The Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) announced recently that levels of 'extreme debt' in the UK are worsening. According to the report 280,000 CCCS customers who were aged between 40 and 59 were shown to be in possession of the highest levels o...
30th June 2006
Complaints against online retailers are on the rise with a new report from the Europe-wide consumer group, European Consumer Centres identifying a 74% increase in complaints from online shoppers in 2005.
As internet shopping has enjoyed incredible growt...
30th June 2006
Sporting fever has beset the country. With the dates of the World Cup, Wimbledon, the Formula One Grand Prix season, and the Cricket Open coinciding, it seems that this summer has become a boom time for sports fans.
The mass of high profile sporting eve...
