`My friends hear what I'm doing, and they think it's awesome.'

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Youth Service of America organizes the annual National Youth Service Day to celebrate volunteer youth contributions to their communities. The 1999 event is the 11th annual project day that highlights the importance of voluntarism to local communities. Youth Service of America, also, encourages shared participation between youth and adults, especially their parents to develop mutual goals among them.

author: Ryan, Michael
Social aspects, Services, Political activity, Cover Story, Youth, Volunteerism, Powell, Colin

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The concert of a lifetime

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Composer Julius Burger is 96, and has just recently been discovered as a musician. An attorney who recognized his talent arranged for his works to be performed by acclaimed orchestras and musicians. Burger's musical career was interrupted by the holocaust.

author: Ryan, Michael
Behavior, Composers, Burger, Julius

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Sometimes, it's good to sleep on the job

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A short midday nap can increase concentration and creativity and reduce stress and headaches. Many employers such as Burlington Northern Santa Fe encourage workers to nap. Tips on avoiding problems related to sleep deprivation are given.

author: Ryan, Michael
Health aspects, Research, Sleep, Naps (Sleep)

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