They can use their student ID card and signature as a deposit for their taxi fare.

BBC: Memorial service held for student David O'Halloran

Another legal site, MovieFlix, based in Los Angeles, makes its money from independent films, student movies, straight-to-video titles and other eclectic fare.

ECONOMIST: Hollywood and the internet

In the wake of mad-cow disease, many student cafeterias and even a few mid-priced restaurants are joining gourmets in the switch to organic fare.

ECONOMIST: Wholesome food, unwholesome profits