But 49% admitted not putting in as much revision as they thought they should, with 14% saying their revision consisted of a quick flick through their notes and hoping for the best.

BBC: One in three students wears 'lucky exam underwear'

From a French fur trader with an iron hand to the Army Corps of Engineers reshaping the riverbed, Indian casinos built on brownfields to 280, 000 radioactive mice buried at the Falls, many of Niagara's stories are like the drums secreted in its landfills: shoved out of sight, covered over to look presentable, and driven by with glazed eyes, a quick flick of the radio volume.

NPR: Excerpt: 'Inventing Niagara'

This could be the start of real next generation home theater experiences...or just another menu to skip during a quick rental of a popcorn flick.

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Whether it's a quick Madden or Call of Duty session, inviting a friend over to catch a flick or just zoning out after class, having the proper setup makes all the difference, and there are plenty of options at every price point.

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