Alternative-X
Feeling post-modern? Then slouch toward Alternative-X, a zine that's so
cool, hot button links are unmarked and open to personal interpretation.
The Interzones section contains articles with titles like "Weird Republicans"and "Why Clinton's Foreign Policy Shows He's Good in Bed." You'll
find rants and reviews, fiction and fantasy. Lots of attitude. Scores of
short articles and features. Published by a Mark Amerika, the staff also
includes an Anarchivist and someone in charge of Covert Operations. -KW
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BISEX.ORG
Does the Internet foster community? The people from BISEX.ORG would say
yes. They have created not only a page, but also an organization for friends
and supporters of #bisex IRC. The whys and wherefores of bisexuality are
covered in a welcoming essay called "A Bit of History." Unfortunately,
the rest of the site is a bit bare - even the ubiquitous FAQ is missing.
When there's better organization, and more Q&A about bisexuality, personal
views and so on, this could be a useful page. -KW
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Main Floor
"Glamor and good advice" are yours from the Main Floor, an online
beauty and style magazine. Nicely designed, the site features fashion notes
(with small runway photos in which you can't see detail), fragrance reports,
profiles of models, and tips on grooming and makeup. Everyone's favorite,
the beauty makeover, has its own area with lots of cosmetic technique and
description. The Main Floor has made a good start and has room to grow.
Just consider how many people appreciate advice like, "Invest in natural
bristles. For powder or blush, look for squirrel bristles. For eyeshadow,
pony." -KW
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Outdoors OnLine
Hunters, gatherers, anglers, hikers, and trail guides alike may enjoy Outdoors
Online, which is a part mall, part newsletter and part directory of organizations
concerned with enjoying the great outdoors. The folksy tone and cheerful
look should be just the ticket for those who want to read about The Walleye
Guys, or enter a contest for a Dream Hunt. The site needs more links, product
information, and editorial content, but this is a pleasant and well-intentioned
beginning. -KW
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Rainbow
Family of Living Light
Since 1972, a summertime Rainbow Gathering has overtaken the great outdoors.
Consider it a giant camp-out for thousands of hippies, Deadheads, and other
cosmic spirits. This confab of music, grooving, and consensus sans authority
figures is an experiment in cooperative living, and this non-official page
by Rob Savoye is a good insider's view of the Rainbow phenomenon. You'll
find media clips, event calendars, photos of recent gatherings, and even
a glossary. Whether you want to join the family or are just fascinated by
this particular microcosm, you'll find something of interest here.-KW
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