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<title><![CDATA[Between hard rock and a hard place]]></title>
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<author> John Sapp </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>John Sapp<br><p>
	 
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	Music is a staple in American entertainment. Picturing a long car ride without a radio playing, well, sounds like torture. Sometimes certain styles of music get overlooked on first impressions, and music fanatics miss out on ...</p>]]>

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<title><![CDATA[Balancing books and playtime]]></title>
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<author> Olivia Forrester </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Olivia Forrester<br><p>
	A few tips on balancing the insane college life
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011</pubDate>
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	A few tips on balancing the insane college life
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<title><![CDATA[Drama and displays of affection]]></title>
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<author> Katie Greene </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Katie GreeneThe problem with personal drama  at school and work<br><p>
	We all know that certain couple that always takes PDA to the next level, making all of our lives even more uncomfortable than they already are. When introduced to the school or professional setting,  this behavior is detrimental to all present. He...</p>]]>

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	We all know that certain couple that always takes PDA to the next level, making all of our lives even more uncomfortable than they already are. When introduced to the school or professional setting,&nbsp; this behavior is detrimental to all present. He...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Second-hand steals]]></title>
<link>http://www.thepatpress.com/opinions/second-hand-steals-1.1553470</link>
<author> Katie Greene </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Katie GreeneConsignment stores make shopping a more rewarding experience<br><p>
	With low prices, and one of a kind items, consignment stores, second-hand boutiques and vintage clothing stores provide for an entirely unique shopping experience.
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<pubDate>Fri, 3 Sep 2010</pubDate>
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	With low prices, and one of a kind items, consignment stores, second-hand boutiques and vintage clothing stores provide for an entirely unique shopping experience.
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<title><![CDATA[Sexual Harassment Awareness Month]]></title>
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<author> Jessica Torino </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.thepatpress.com/polopoly_fs/1.1293491!image/3599775303.jpg_gen/thumbnails/100x100/3599775303.jpg><br /><br><p>April kicks off Sexual Harassment Awareness Month. Both men and women can be harassed on the job, and the effects can be detrimental to any working environment....</p>]]>

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<title><![CDATA[Staying comfortable and fashionable in college]]></title>
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<author> Raven McMillan </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Raven McMillan<br><p>A word of advice from our fashion guru on how to stay fashionable and practical....</p>]]>

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<title><![CDATA[Are hybrid cars a step forward, or three backwards?]]></title>
<link>http://www.thepatpress.com/opinions/are-hybrid-cars-a-step-forward-or-three-backwards-1.1272117</link>
<author> Katie Greene </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.thepatpress.com/polopoly_fs/1.1272129!image/3245306949.jpg_gen/thumbnails/100x100/3245306949.jpg><br /><br><p>Hybrid cars are the new trend in the automobile industry, but are they really the answer to rising gas prices and pollution? This article takes a deeper look into the newest green craze....</p>]]>

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<title><![CDATA[Runway, not reality]]></title>
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<author> Raven McMillan </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.thepatpress.com/polopoly_fs/1.1012589!image/4115753213.jpg_gen/thumbnails/100x100/4115753213.jpg><br />Designers like Alexander McQueen use clothing as art<br><p>There is a fine line between genius and insanity, and it is one that British designer, Alexander McQueen, tight rope walks every season in the fashion industry.
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<title><![CDATA[Safety over flavor]]></title>
<link>http://www.thepatpress.com/opinions/safety-over-flavor-1.1012583</link>
<author> Jenna Clark </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.thepatpress.com/polopoly_fs/1.1012584!image/3411061572.jpg_gen/thumbnails/100x100/3411061572.jpg><br />FDA passes new fire-safe cigarette law<br><p>Several leading tobacco companies across the nation have already adhered to the FDA's new fire safety regulation, which will soon be effective in every state....</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Sun, 17 Jan 2010</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA["Butt out" never sounded so polite]]></title>
<link>http://www.thepatpress.com/opinions/butt-out-never-sounded-so-polite-1.951154</link>
<author> Katie Greene </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.thepatpress.com/polopoly_fs/1.951159!image/438683294.jpg_gen/thumbnails/100x100/438683294.jpg><br />Editorial<br><p>The Great American Smokeout is a nationally recognized day that highlights the risks of tobacco use and the benefits of quitting. On the third Thursday of November the American Cancer society challenges smokers to make an attempt to stop smoking, or at le...</p>]]>

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