Australia is a sports haven, full of athletes of all ages and both genders, playing a wide variety of different sports. So what are the sports that Australians play as adults, and why do they play those sports? As revealed by recent Valued Opinionsâ„¢ poll data, the most popular sports in […]
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What are SLAP Tears and How to Treat
Two famous men remind us once again of, well, our humanness. According to USA Today, injured New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez would most likely undergo shoulder surgery in late October. Meanwhile in Hollywood, a rep for Adam Sandler confirmed that the actor has recently undergone a procedure for a […]
Principals Say the Darndest Things: But Not to Your Face
“Reader’s Digest” recently interviewed principals from all parts of the country, and what they said may shock you. There are things that your child’s principal wants you to know but, for one reason or another, simply can’t tell you. Here are just some examples of what the principal may be […]
The Best Free IPhone Apps of 2013
It goes without saying that there are many iPhone apps that are worth paying for, but there are also as many good ones available for free on the apps store. So, why should you pay for what you can get for free? In this post I've gathered the most popular […]
When Professional Jocks Were Geeks
We’re all well aware of the struggle between brains and brawn, but some people were blessed with both. A surprising number of athletes have incredible academic pasts, and some were even hoping to follow a much geekier career path. Here are some of the smartest jocks in all of professional […]
History of Converse Shoes
One of the popular shoe brands in the market today, and also the favorite of many teenagers and young ones, is Converse. Converse is perhaps the oldest, most sought-after, and best-selling shoe brands of all time with a total of $1.1 billion annual revenue as of 2011. It has been […]
Why Sports Scholarships Are Hard
One of the best things about studying in the United States is the emphasis on sports and how deserving sportspersons are offered athletic scholarships to pursue their education. However, while this seems to be an extremely attractive proposition for sports people who may not have great academic grades, such scholarships […]
How to Stay Fit and Healthy During Your Cruise Holiday
Your cruise holiday is a time to relax, indulge, revitalize, reinvigorate and generally enjoy yourself. However, with the vast array of 24 hour dining and drinking options available on most modern cruise lines it is very easy to overdo it, add a few pounds and feel a little unwell. In […]
Holiday Options for Those Looking to Relax in Luxury
Looking for a little rejuvenation on your travels? Well, why not treat yourself. Here are some of the best resorts available from Club Med luxury breaks for those looking to relax in high style. Belek Villas, Turkey If what you need to relax is a little privacy, then a villa […]
How to Celebrate Your Semi-Labeled Love Affair
We have all had that friend in high school or early college who seemed so deluded by their exaltation of their new flame, that they just couldn't wait to celebrate their three and three-quarter month anniversary. They poured over text messages, toiled over ticket stubs and spent their entire allowance […]
Tips to Get Your Children Interested in Sport
The great English writer George Orwell, who gave the world Animal Farm and 1984, once wrote that sport is “war minus the shooting”. He was alluding to international sport and the Olympics, and undoubtedly these are the pinnacles of any professional sporting person’s career. Where children are concerned, developing an […]