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What Is Murderabilia?
Let's cut right to the chase here: What is murderabilia? Murderabilia, also sometimes known as "murderbilia," is a term first coined by Andy Kahan, the director of the Crime Victims Office at the Houston Police Department. The term refers to a particularly macabre realm of collectible items. More specifically, murderabilia refers to collectible items that belonged to or are somehow connected to serial killers and other notorious perpetrators of violent crimes.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Criminal
Best Women's Soccer Cleats for Strikers in 2018
Strikers, also known as forwards, are some of the most active players on the soccer field, as they make up the front offensive line. As such, players in these positions require cleats that optimize speed and accuracy. Because the needs of men and women soccer players are more or less the same, most soccer cleats are unisex by design. Some companies, Nike in particular, also produce models exclusively for women. This list includes examples from each category as we explore the absolute best women's soccer cleats for strikers and other offensive players.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Cleats
10 Ways to Make Your Car More Fuel Efficient
While gas prices have been relatively steady as of late, it is always smart to make your car as economical as possible if your want to save money on gas. Thankfully, there are a number of techniques to make your car more fuel efficient, and few require additional expenses or special equipment. In fact, it mostly comes down to common sense, some new driving techniques, and understanding your vehicle.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Wheel
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Best Soccer Cleats for Bad KneesTop Story - September 2018
Let's be honest, most new players could probably use general tips for buying soccer cleats, and it's important to remember that even the best soccer players get injured from time to time. Whether the result of a medical condition, a specific injury, or simply too many years on the field, bad ankles and knees are an all-too-common ailment for soccer players. Thankfully, today's technology has allowed some of the largest soccer cleat manufacturers to design and produce footwear specially designed to reduce the strain soccer puts on your legs. Here are some of the best soccer cleats for bad knees to ensure you remain comfortable and effective on the field.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Cleats
10 Things You Didn't Know About Harley-Davidson
Though the company has had its share of ups and downs throughout the years, Harley-Davidson is undoubtedly an American institution, and the oldest continuously functioning motorcycle company in the nation. From its humble beginnings to its ability to weather national disasters and its adaptability in a constantly changing market, the manufacturing giant has more than earned its place in history. Here are ten things you didn't know about Harley-Davidson before today.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Wheel
Is Buying a House Really an Investment?
In the United States, home ownership is considered a basic tenet of becoming an adult. The expectation in this country is that when you grow up, you graduate high school, attend a college or trade school, start a career, start a family, and then buy a house. They tell you that buying a home is an important part of growing up and having mature finances. In fact, some financial advisors encourage home ownership as a long term investment, making tips on how to become a home owner as a Millennial more necessary than ever. For years, the prevailing advice has been to invest in real estate because historically, real estate has always increased in value. Today, however, that is not always the case. Is buying a house really an investment? Or, more importantly, is buying a house a good investment? The recent housing crisis left many people wondering if home ownership really is all it's cracked up to be. In this article, I will discuss why buying a home may not be as foolproof of an investment as many believe.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Trader
10 Most Famous Gaming Consoles Ever Made
It's astonishing to think about how far gaming technology has come in the past few decades. At one point, 8-bit home consoles were the pinnacle of home entertainment. Then in the 90s came the first 3D consoles. The early 2000s saw the advent of online multiplayer gaming. Today, graphics and gameplay continue to reach inspiring new levels, and the companies behind today's biggest consoles show no sign of slowing down. This list chronicles some of the most important and most famous gaming consoles from every generation.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Gamers
Bar Cleaning Products That Will Make Your Home Bar Sparkle
A surprising amount of heavy duty equipment and work goes into maintaining a commercial bar. High volume bars work through gallons of lemon juice, lime juice, sodas, and a wide variety of other mixers, which is a fast road to a sticky bar if you don't have the proper equipment. Home bartenders have a slightly different problem, as it's not necessary or financially realistic to purchase a bunch of heavy duty cleaning equipment when you aren't serving hundreds of customers. Luckily, there are plenty of must-have accessories for your home wine bar and incredibly high quality bar cleaning products that fulfill the needs of today's home bartender without breaking the bank.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Proof
Jobs Famous Musicians Had Before They Were Famous
While there are a number of celebrity dynasties, many stars got to where they are through talent, hard work, and persistence. The music business is particularly demanding, with many musicians working day jobs alongside their music careers even after their first album. From David Bowie's job as a butcher's delivery boy to Kurt Cobain's stint as a janitor, many musicians have spent years working the register or sweeping floors to support their creative craft and their dream of making it big. Here are some jobs famous musicians had before they were able to turn music into a successful career.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Beat
Worst Résumé Mistakes You've Probably Made
Job hunting sucks. No matter how qualified you are, it can feel like an endless slew of rejections. I find one of the best ways to combat this feeling of dejection is to constantly be reworking your résumé in order to make it as close to perfect as it can be. If you are noticing signs your résumé isn't working, here are some of easily avoidable, yet common résumé mistakes. Take the extra time to read through and make sure there are no mistakes on your résumé before you send it out to potential employers.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Journal
Books by Celebrity Chefs You Need to Read
If you ask me, there's never a bad occasion to buy a new book. Personally, I find I enjoy an influx of books after every birthday or Christmas I experience. Finding myself inundated with gift cards from Target or Barnes & Noble, I take the opportunity to stock up on new books by celebrity chefs I follow. The business of writing about food is incredibly booming right now, which is a blessing and a curse. There are more books being written about food than ever before, but that also means there is more riffraff to sort through. This month, I've come across a collection of fantastic books by celebrity chefs (both old and new) that absolutely belong in your library. So without further ado, I invite you to explore my books of the month!
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Feast
How to Get over the Fear of Investing
Investing is a four letter word to many people. The fear of investing stems from the many horror stories of stock market crashes and tales of wealthy people losing their fortunes on poor investment decisions. These trumped-up tales shouldn't scare you away, however. Learning how to invest is an important aspect of maturing your finances. In this article, I will outline the steps you must take in order to overcome your fear of investing.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick6 years ago in Trader