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General Interest

Non-scholarly discussion of modern culture.

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American Quarterly
http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/american_quarterly/
"American Quarterly applies wide-ranging, interdisciplinary perspectives to the study of American culture from its origins to the present. The journal publishes retrospectives, exhibition reviews, and book reviews and offers specialists and non-specialists alike a forum for addressing issues and themes of common intellectual concern that expand the understanding of American studies. Founded in 1949, American Quarterly is the official publication of the American Studies Association. "
The Atlantic Monthly
http://www.theAtlantic.com/
"The online edition of the print journal which is devoted to politics, society, the arts and culture since 1857 (print version). The online edition includes an archive of back issues since 1995 and has editor biographies, online users guide, FAQ section, and subscription information to 'TransAtlantic' a free email newsletter."
Canadian Living
http://www.canadianliving.com/index.php
"Information in the areas of food, family, home and living and invites readers to participate in discussion forums and chats."
Cosmopolis
http://www.cosmopolis.ch/
A monthly internet magazine, in German and English, on politics, history, economics, and arts and entertainment.
eclectricity
http://www.murrah.com/eclectricity/eclectricity.htm
"Amusing, intriguing, surprising, ironic, and other neuron tickling items of all sorts from around the web and elsewhere."
Failure Magazine
http://www.failuremag.com/
"Failure magazine is the new online publication full of humankind's boldest missteps. Covering stories large and small, historical and current, Failure and its nationally recognized writers‹culled from the halls of academia and the pages of your favorite magazines‹explore the world of arts & entertainment, science & technology, business, history and sports from a bold perspective that is insightful, informative and entertaining." Published since July 2000. Includes archives.
In Touch Magazine
http://www.intouchmag.com/
"In Touch seeks to connect people and explore possibilities in a rich exchange of vital information about health, ecology, personal growth, professional development, creativity, and wellness."
Irregular Jonathan Speaks!
http://www.irregulartimes.com/
"An ezine that celebrates the vigor of irregularity in culture, politics, and personal life, giving reflections on the environment, economic justice, free expression, and non-violence. With its companion show on Free Radio Memphis, Irregular Jonathan Speaks! un self- consciously sets out to just be plain different by disregarding the trends and remaining truly independent."
Japan Echo
http://www.japanecho.com/
"Presents translations of significant articles from the Japanese media about politics, business and the economy, society, culture, and other topics of current interest within Japan. We also translate and publish other periodicals and books about Japan for non-Japanese readers. " This is also available in French and Spanish.
Journal E
http://www.journale.com/
Life
http://www.life.com/Life/current_issue
The Net Rag
http://www.infostarbase.com/tnr.html
"The goal of the Net Rag is to provide you, our readers, with an interesting and informative place to read and/or review subjects of interest without the need to "surf" all over the Internet for something of interest to your individual tastes, interests or needs. We will continue to encourage articles submitted on a variety of topics from local, state, national and worldwide sources."
A Positive Light
http://www.execpc.com/~shepler/
"Energizing articles with a positive focus on people, business, technology, books and current events."
Prospect
http://www.prospect-magazine.co.uk/landing_page.php
"Prospect is the magazine for the intellectually curious general reader who appreciates finely written essays across the spectrum of political, intellectual and cultural debate. It is the intelligent monthly based in Britain - but with an international mind and an international readership." Selections from the print magazine appear in this online version.
Przeglàd Reader's Digest
http://www.digest.com.pl/
Reader's Digest
http://www.rd.com/
Reader's Digest Canada
http://www.readersdigest.ca/
Reader's Digest Scandinavia
http://www.readersdigest.se/
"Books, magazines, music and more."
Reader's Digest UK
http://www.readersdigest.co.uk/
"MoneyWise personal finance, humor, music and books."
Regards
http://www.regards.fr/
Silueta
http://www.silueta.com/
"Silueta is a bilingual magazine with an emphasis on educational topics. Articles are in both Spanish and English including topics like, Nutrition, Gardening, Herbalism, Renewable Energy, Personal Motivation, Poetry, Book & Music reviews, Computer Technology and more!"
the-south-asian.com
http://www.the-south-asian.com/
the-south-asian.com is a U.K and U.S based [...] regional magazine of its kind on south Asia. [...] the-south-asian is meant to be a platform for a positive cultural dialogue - your literary contributions are welcome. However, our editorial policy will not allow us to publish any material that is irreverent and insensitive towards any religion, caste, creed, belief, nationality, or individual."
UpBeat
http://www.upbeat.net/
"Good news for young and old featuring inspirational, uplifting, heroic real-life stories of extraordinary, everyday people."
USA Weekend
http://www.usaweekend.com/
"Gannett's lifestyle magazine has gone online, featuring short fiction, advice columns and specialized sections including: The Travelator, Celeb-Stumper, The Get Going Fitness Planner and, my personal favorite, The Make A Difference Day Idea Generator."
USA Weekend
http://www.usaweekend.com/
"Gannett's lifestyle magazine has gone online, featuring short fiction, advice columns and specialized sections including: The Travelator, Celeb-Stumper, The Get Going Fitness Planner and, my personal favorite, The Make A Difference Day Idea Generator."
Utne Magazine
http://www.utne.com/
Online edition of the nation’s self-proclaimes leading digest of alternative ideas. Also contains Café Utne, one of the nation’s most active online discussion communities.
Valitut Palat - Reader's Digest Ab
http://www.rd.com/international/shared/?countryid=fi

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