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Did the Maori Settle New Zealand by Accident?This paper will examine the arguments of three different papers regarding the voyaging of the Maori people and their settling in New Zealand.
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The Maori: The First People of New ZealandThe Maori were Polynesians who found the primitive beauty of New Zealand irresistible. Learn about the history and culture of the Maori in New Zealand from the 10th century until the 19th century.
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The Deadliest Warrior: Shaolin Monk Vs Maori WarriorA look at the showdown on the Deadliest Warrior between the Shaolin Monk and the Maori Warrior.
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Deadliest Warrior: Shaolin Monk Vs. Maori WarriorThe most unusual matchup on Deadliest Warrior, thus far, had to be Shaolin Monk vs. Maori Warrior. Not only are the fighting styles of the two warriors different, but so were their entire approach to life and existence.
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Misuse of the Land: An Exploration in Reverse Racism as Found in Contemporary Maori and Hawaiian PoetryI will expose the way many Maori and Hawaiian writers create a reverse racism against non-natives, which is ironically another misuse of the land.
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How English Language Changed the Maori LanguageThis paper describes how the arrival of the English language in New Zealand changed the status of Maori, the native language. There are details as to what role the Maori language played in shaping the New Zealand English dialect in the beginning and now. -
Maori Traditions and Language Within New Zealand SocietyThe position of Maori culture in New Zealand depends largely on one's point of view. In my experience, Maori culture is generally under-appreciated by most New Zealanders with no ties to it. -
Once Were WarriorsA short paper about the indigenous group the Maori.
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New Zealand Hip-HopWith influences from abroad and the Pacific, New Zealand's Maori hip-hop has created its own flavor and made its own unique impact on New Zealand culture.
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Once Were Warriors by Alan DuffDuff is a Maori writer, and this is a novel about brutal, wasted, stunted, twisted, thwarted lives in a dead-end stratum of society where there is no expectation of a better future, no love, no caring, no respect, a world where everyone is a victim.
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Maiori - Travel Destination of the Amalafi CoastMaori is one of the smaller less touristy towns on the Amalfi Coast, but also one of the nicest.
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Playing with Fire - The Art of PoiA look at the allure of fire, the Maori culture, and modern day fire performing. -
Whanganui National Park of New ZealandArticle explains activities of the Whanganui National Park as well as gives history of the area and Maori legend of Whanganui River.
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Tanemahuta BleedsThe Maori God of the Forest, Tanemahuta, has been tortured. New Zealand is known for its clean and green image, yet we are still losing many of our native plants, animals, and birds due to misuse of our amazing resources, such as our native bushes.
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My First New Zealand HolidayA lighthearted look at the places I visited in the South Island of NZ in 2007, including links to helpful websites. -
Baby Tuatara Born in the WildLast August I wrote about 111-year-old Henry the tuatara on Associated Content. He had, incredibly, mated.
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Heavyweight Michael Moorer: Boxing's M&MA profile of Michael Moorer, the first southpaw in history to win the heavyweight title. -
New Zealand Politics Move to the Right - Helen Clark Moves from Election Loss to United Nations Post.While this story started off informing readers about the result of the NZ parliamentary elections, it finishs with the amazing news that former prime minister Helen Clark has gained a senior position in the United Nations. -
Holidays on Earth Today: February 6, 2009Check out today's international holidays; includes celebrity birthdays! -
Ahoy, Matey! Discovering Shipwrecks with Google Earth Ocean LayerFor those interested in underwater archaeology, maritime history, and all things pirate, adventure awaits using the Google Earth Ocean Shipwrecks layer.
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Zoolander: A Comedy Cult ClassicBen Stiller and Owen Wilson make a dynamite comedy duo in Zoolander, as male model enemies who must make nice to save Stiller's title character from an assassination scheme.
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24th Living Traditions - Best Kept Secret in Salt Lake CitySpring ushers in May festivals of Living Traditions and Dining Experience. Bask in the joy of cultural enjoyment of music, dance and food. Family and kids, and pets too for the festivities & sway to the beats of Brazilian music and Taiko drums. -
Bay of Islands - New ZealandThe Bay of Islands is a beautiful sub tropical region towards the top of New Zealand. -
When Did New Zealand Gain Independence from Britain?A short history of a country sometimes called Aotearoa.
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How to Play Even More International Children's GamesHere are even more international games for children!
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The Beginning of Human CivilizationThe start of humans and civilizations is discussed in this article.
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Review of a Favorite Classic MovieA review of a classic science fiction fantasy with a last man on Earth theme, made before the days of special effects and computer generation. -
New Zealands Lesser Known GemsTaking this trip through New Zealand's national park is one way to experience what New Zealand has to offer.
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The Shaolin Monk and Spartan Appear to Be the Deadliest WarriorsAfter many interesting episodes the Shaolin Monk and Spartan appear to be at the top of the list in terms of Deadliest Warriors. -
Reflections Upon Death - Part III - the Wake - an Exploration of Different Funeral Practices Across CulturesThis article explores different funeral practices and customs celebration through the world.
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Edible Treasure: New Zealand's PauaA description of the sea animal Paua, whose shells are used to make amazing jewelry and that is eaten as a delicacy.
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Kissing and Affection: Around the WorldKissing and other forms of affection such as hugging, occurs among people all over the world, but has yet to catch on with certain people in parts of Africa, South America and the Orient.
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The 1950's in New Zealand: A State of FluxThis paper will discuss the "Golden Era" of New Zealand.
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Top Tattoo Designs of 2008The resurgence of tattoos is still going strong with trends of its own in 2008. -
GVU Germany : TV PiratesEven if the objectives and views of Gulli and the Society for the prosecution of copyright infringements eV (GVU) content, but very far apart, so there's been some years a kind of friendly competition, in which one is located...... -
Travel to Hawaii, Family StyleHumorous article describing single parent travel to Hawaii with three kids
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Prejudice-Based Tattoo Laws in South Carolina Violate Constitutional RightsHere is a look at the discriminatory 2004 South Carolina Tattoo Act and its violation of the First Amendment.
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Tribal Designs are Good Options for TattoosA perspective on good design options for your tattoo.
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This Valentines Day Tell the World, "I LOVE YOU"!Informative list of how people all over the world say the phrase "I love you"
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South African Athletes Without LegsA look at a few South African athletes participating in or attempting to qualify for the 2008 Olympics despite their handicap.
