The sport of mixed martial arts (also known as MMA) is experiencing explosive growth around the world. Live fights can be seen on pay-per-view, cable, and even network television. Much has changed since the first MMA event held in the US in November 1993. The original event, Ultimate Fighting Championships (later known as UFC 1)… Continue reading
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Male homosexuality focuses on casual sex
While 50% of the male population is exclusively heterosexual, only 4% are exclusively homosexual. About 10% of men at some point in their life have predominantly homosexual relationships over a period of a few years. A man’s orientation is determined by the sexual anatomy of the partner that causes his arousal and sex drive to… Continue reading
Do sharks spit or swallow? 10 Facts About Sharks That Will Surprise You!
Is it the hunters or the ones being hunted? Few people realize that more than 100 million sharks die each year at the hands of humanity. This is largely due to the shark fin market. Millions more die as bycatch in nets destined for other species. These sharks are often thrown overboard as garbage. In… Continue reading
Acid Reflux: Will It Change Your Lifestyle?
With a major improvement in the understanding, diagnosis, and management of acid reflux, family physicians and gastroenterologists have a greater variety of options for treating acid reflux. Acid suppressant medications available today are extremely effective. Medications such as omeprazole and other proton pump inhibitors have become the mainstay of treatment. These drugs are now available… Continue reading
Jordan Spieth: the perfect role model for the once-a-week golfer
How often have you discovered the key to consistency, only to have the new technique disappear forever in the next game? The game has no favorites; the emotional roller coaster affects players of all skill levels. One of the most difficult aspects of golf is the unpredictability of the game. Your ability to deal with… Continue reading
Tony Montana was my technical assistant (teacher’s assistant)
Teaching in a children’s prison for four years taught me more than I wanted to know about the juvenile detention system. Most of these youngsters had the odds against them from the start. I hope we are giving them a strong second chance in these ‘fields of honor’. At least Mr. Montana helped me teach… Continue reading
The Good Cop by Brad Parks – Murder or Suicide in Newark, NJ? Mystery Book Review
“The Good Cop” is the latest mystery novel from award-winning author Brad Parks, starring Carter Ross. Carter Ross, 32, is an investigative reporter for the Newark-Eagle Examiner, New Jersey’s largest newspaper; and he loves his work, “One of the fundamental things that I believe as a writer is that words have the power to move… Continue reading
Going to Jail: 5 Things You Should Know
With more than 80,000 people entering federal prison each year, and more than that awaiting trial or sentencing, is it any wonder that there are many first-time offenders who are anxious and full of questions and doubts? You may be wondering: • What will the Federal Prison be like? • Will I be safe? •… Continue reading
How to recover after a skate session
If you are like me, you love to skate. A two to three hour session at your local park is not uncommon and makes you feel amazing. People skate for all kinds of reasons, but it goes without saying that the health benefits you can get from skateboarding are like feeling amazing after exercise, and… Continue reading
Short story – Prince Charming
Ours was an arranged marriage. My mother and her mother are friends. They went to school together and also kept in touch afterwards. So they decided on our alliance. I was only interested in medicine. Now I am practicing in a small clinic, attached to the factory, making auto parts, run by my mother who… Continue reading