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Why Do We Care About Tiger's Drama? Because We're Nosy

If you haven’t heard all of the D-R-A-M-A surrounding Tiger Woods and his recent little car accident you must be living under a very large rock. With very large soundproof headphones. Whether you Google “Tiger Woods” as web results, news results or blog results, the stories are swirling. In addition to the gossipmongers like TMZ and Perez Hilton, major news networks are weighing in. He’s wrong. He’s right. He’s entitled to his privacy. He should set the record straight. His “brand” is in jeopardy. The tree should press charges.
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Foodies in Austin, Rejoice! Foodieprenuer Delivers 4 Days of Fab Feasts

What happens when you mix ingredients like lobster, Bananas Foster and Indian cuisine with a lounge singer and a couple of Lucha Libre wresterlers? Well, according to Anne Rutt-Enriquez, owner of Hosteria Verde Supper Club & Catering, you're celebrating Thanksgiving Austin-style. After all, the "Keep Austin Weird" motto is embraced by Austinites for good reason. The vibe is different here. The quirkier, the better - even when it comes to traditional holiday feasting.
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Forget the Flu and The Crappy Economy: Vintage Art Will Lift Your Spirits

There is lots to be stressed about these days. From the flu to unemployment and everything else - in fact, the list of worries is too long to mention. Couldn't we all use some relief?
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Mommy's Clubbing Attire Offends Teacher

Let’s say you’re an elementary school teacher and your students’ moms show up to a parent conference in low cut shirts, mini skirts or tight jeans.  Would it be appropriate to write a note asking them to dress “discreetly” for conferences instead? A rather humorous letter was sent to advice columnist “Ask Amy” in The Los Angeles Times earlier this week…
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