Arts & Humanities - 17 September 2007

The "why" of it is the important part of this question, so no simple "yes" or "no" answers please, just be honest.

2007-09-17 23:57:59 · 39 answers · asked by Marvin the pedantic martian 4 in Philosophy

2007-09-17 23:57:02 · 3 answers · asked by gomps 1 in History

Have you heard about that story about the professor and the student, when they argue about if evil existed? If you haven't google it, if you have, read on...

The story about Evil not existing, was about how evil was just an absence of good. In this story good was compared to light and warmth, it was mention in the story a few times, how you are able to measure light and warmth, except how can you measure good? Good is not like warmth or light, where it is an object that we can see alike and measure it. The definition of good differs from person to person, if we do not know what good is, how do we know what bad or evil is?

2007-09-17 23:40:11 · 17 answers · asked by Just another Teen 1 in Philosophy

2007-09-17 23:38:27 · 5 answers · asked by The Knowledge Server 1 in Philosophy

or would you rather have no one (yourself included) responsible for any wrongs ever done?
(I'm not talking about a human judicial system either, I'm talking about a supreme moral judging of the souls of men.)
What effect would your decision have on society?
(considering everyone would know they can either get away with anything they want, or they'll have to give an account for every impurity in their lives)

and yes, in order to answer the question you must have the presupposition that right and wrong exist.

2007-09-17 23:05:12 · 8 answers · asked by cosmicweasle 2 in Philosophy

Where can i get a minus one of All for One and Gotta Go My Own way by High School Musical 2 Cast?
or anyone?
please send it to my email:

oohay_2578@yahoo.com

anyone who could send me the minus one versions of All for One and Gotta Go My Own way will have 10 points and many more benefits... i'll give her/him presents..

please.. i just need it..

2007-09-17 22:58:55 · 2 answers · asked by oohay_2578 1 in Theater & Acting

FBI Uniform Crime Report

The FBI Uniform Crime Report (also available at the FBI site listed above) makes a number of disturbing points: In 1995, Blacks accounted for 13% of the population; Amerinds for 2%, and Mexicans, Whites and all others (the FBI even includes Arabs as Whites) 85%. If the races were equal in their criminal behavior, then it could reasonably be expected that for any given category of crime, 85% of those arrested would be White and 13% of those arrested would be Black.

But that is not what is found in the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Under the crime of burglary, 30.4% of arrestees are Black and 67.8% are White. The Black burglary rate 30.4 over 13, divided by the White burglary rate of 67.8 over 85, gives a figure of 2.93.

If these arrest records accurately record the commission of burglaries, that means that Blacks commit burglary at almost 3 times the rate of Whites.

Using the same methodology, the figures other crimes can also be broken down:

* Weapons violations are committed by Blacks at nearly 5 times the rate for Whites;
* Blacks are caught receiving or buying stolen property at nearly 5 times the rate for Whites;
* Blacks are involved in prostitution at almost 4 times the rate for Whites;
* Blacks are arrested for drug crimes at over 4 times the rate for Whites;
* Blacks are more than three times as likely as Whites to be caught at forgery, counterfeiting, and fraud, and almost three times as likely to be caught at embezzlement;
* Blacks are more than 3 times as likely to be thieves as Whites;
* Blacks are more than 4 times as likely to commit assault as Whites;
* Blacks are almost 4.5 times as likely to steal a motor vehicle;
* Blacks are more than 5 times as likely to commit forcible rape as Whites;
* Blacks are over 8 times as likely to commit murder as Whites;
* Blacks are more than 10 times as likely to commit robbery as Whites;
* Nearly 25% of all Black males between the ages of 20 and 29 are in jail or on probation - this does not include those wanted or awaiting trial;
* For all violent crimes considered together, Blacks are almost 5.5 times more likely to commit violent criminal acts than Whites; all this according to the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

2007-09-17 22:53:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in History

His voyage proved that Polynesia could POSSIBLY have been settled by South American tribes. But was this ever scientifically elaborated on? What is the current anthropological answer to how Polynesia was populated?

2007-09-17 22:52:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in History

2007-09-17 22:51:05 · 17 answers · asked by markcandor 1 in Philosophy

but that there is a certain type of freedom that can tie you down?

[i asked this to my dad and all he said is, 'are you talking about marriage?'. =) ]

2007-09-17 22:44:51 · 5 answers · asked by the lioness 4 in Philosophy

The Cosmological, Teleological, Ontological (especially this one) and the proof from Human Experience. I find these really hard to understand because all the books I've read use very technical terms that make it very confusing. If anyone can explain what the "Proof Of The Existence Of God" in easy words, that would be fantastic. Thanks!!!

2007-09-17 22:43:07 · 6 answers · asked by SelinaM 2 in Philosophy

Hey i am a 16 year old aussie girl and I have to play a 18 yr old american girl in a film. what sorts of things do i need to do to perfect teh accent. i think i'm trying to achieve a 'mean girls' style accent but any tips or u-tube vids that would help would be great. :)

2007-09-17 22:34:52 · 2 answers · asked by unknown 5 in Theater & Acting

would honest abe had retracted his quote if he would have lived to seen the thrilla in manila?

2007-09-17 22:04:13 · 6 answers · asked by That Guy Drew 6 in History

I've seen some paintings done by some people on the ABC channel and some of them are fantastic. They match the realism and authenticity of some of the great artists of the past. I dare say that many are even better than what Picasso did. There are also great film composers who's compositions are as great as those written by the old composers of the past but they're hardly recognized. What's going on? Even at school and uni whenever a lecturer or a teacher mentions an artist or composer it's always someone who's long gone.

2007-09-17 21:51:29 · 12 answers · asked by sg-7 1 in Other - Arts & Humanities

2007-09-17 21:49:14 · 2 answers · asked by sri 1 in History

i heard that some talent agencies that require for u to pay are scams such as JRP, barbizon, etc..... if u know plz tell me!!!

2007-09-17 21:47:16 · 7 answers · asked by prettylilazn07 1 in Theater & Acting

If I was a single drop of rain,
perhaps a tear on your face again,
would you hold me close,
or do you suppose

Perhaps we find life is dear,
as we clinch year after year,
this is work I will never forget,
as the place you have in my heart will set

You have sent my heart afire
you are my only desire
the pain with you not around
makes me want to be underground

The utter hell I live,
shows more than I can give,
You left me alone
feeling cold as a stone

It seems like every other line needs to rhyme
wow,I will need some time
you all are good as I am not,
just a silly snot

As this is fun,I must admit
I'm just a stupid ****,
as I type I cry,
not even knowing why

Sorry all if you feel insulted,
Typing this unleashed the vaulted,
you all have talent where i have none
thanks for reading this and my time in the sun

Still a raindrop falling
still don't know my calling,
I need affection and I need love,
Were these the words you were thinking of?

2007-09-17 21:42:44 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Poetry

I am studying fora Novel I am writing and not done this before. My family were extracated from Hungary in 1956 and my grandfather was involeved with the uprising. I have been inspired to write this book in his honour but i would likw to know more about Austro-Hungary in 1914 when he was born and grew up what his surroundings would have been like.

2007-09-17 21:32:59 · 8 answers · asked by K O 2 in History

2007-09-17 21:25:25 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

i was trying to save a sick pidgeon from pain yesterday. after realizing he could not be helped i took him somewhere quiet where he would find his final peace. later i broke down and remained so for a long time. is this a normal reaction. thanx

2007-09-17 21:17:08 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

2007-09-17 21:04:55 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in History

How come the eyes of a person on a photograph follow you around the room? Is there a scientific explanation for this?

2007-09-17 20:58:31 · 9 answers · asked by Lee 4 in Photography

2007-09-17 20:34:08 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

I know this is random but it's bothering me that I don't know the name of this children's book. It was a book about a bunch of bunnies living with their mother and they all had chores. And one bunny inparticular didn't think his chore was that important, his job consisted of pulling out the chair for his mother at supper every night. Ringing any bells? Lol. I think the book was published in the early 90's. Thanks in advance for any ideas or help.

2007-09-17 20:28:25 · 3 answers · asked by Random H 1 in Books & Authors

You could be the only one in the world that knows the truth from a bunch of erroneous 'facts' but everyone else thinks you are crazy because you fall out of the norm.

Take for example:
There was a briliant man in ancient history who was excecuted by the ' All knowing' people for realizing that the world was round and not square like everyone believed.

2007-09-17 20:28:23 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

Its a tricky question...( Answer lies in the question itself )
Give it a try if you think you are smart enough for this one

2007-09-17 20:26:37 · 41 answers · asked by Pratap H 2 in Philosophy

Think it's good enough to be be pro, or at least to sell? It is a big part of my life

http://www.ianstravels.com

2007-09-17 20:10:33 · 2 answers · asked by WillBe 2 in Photography

1. Do you think he is popular becase of his committment to change, ideals and went down in history as a GREAT revolutionary?

or

2. Is it just because he looks good on a T-shirt?

2007-09-17 20:09:00 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in History

Im new to LA chasing the dream. I just recently visited TVI actors studio which seems like it could be a good fit yet the pricing is a bit steep but the networking potential seems very rewarding and the things they help you with as far as getting your career started. I want to know if anyone knows the credibility of this acting studio and also any other acting studios in LA and their credibility. thanks people...please help me....

2007-09-17 19:48:10 · 4 answers · asked by jw 1 in Theater & Acting

Play Me Old King Cole,
< HangedMen >
The Tyme may join within you,
alll you hearts now deam so far from here,
it hard to see a better footnote,
lands I lost pitty gamet for all to see,
but your harsh and unknoening lie,
canoein on a crossed wings,
on the of Love,..............
Gross, Rude and without benefits,
no Profits either ways,neither !
Unintelectools

2007-09-17 19:47:24 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Performing Arts