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Culture - A Glue That Holds All Values By : Jerry Haney When we believe in our culture, we are motivated to protect it against all odds. In contrast, if we don’t believe in our culture, we will barely lift a finger to help it survive.We learn this early, even before we know the words to define it. Irish and Scottish Links By : Anna Murray With St Patricks day approaching we thought it would be a good time to explore the links between Ireland and Scotland. We were fasinated to discover the deep historical connections as well as the ties between the two countires that exist today, and hope you will be too. Neighbourhood Policing - What Is It? By : Tobay Dytham Swifft Policing in England and Wales is getting more and more in touch with the needs of the public. It has been raised in recent times that police officers are inaccessible and preoccupied with bundles of paperwork. Understanding The Police Complaints Procedure By : Tobay Dytham Swifft The police force in England and Wales is committed to ensuring that the service provided by the force is as effective in dealing with crime and establishing a presence as possible. In order to fully achieve its promises, the police complaints procedure is in place. Cows, Horses And Now Fish - All Need Protection From Rustlers! By : Mark Jenner Carp fishing is becoming very popular and a valuable industry is growing up around it. This includes an illegal market for the fish. This article explains how rustlers are targeting monster carp and how some unscrupulous fishery owners will turn a blind eye when it comes to buying fish. Famous African American Women By : Wadzanai Nenzou Welcome to my famous African American women list. These women are from different backgrounds and occupations. They each have done something amazing in their lives whether it's in the arts, activism, authors and business. A Guide For Tipping By : Gregory Garner It is sometimes difficult to know how much a restaurant or server expects you to tip them. Without a clearly posted sign people can easily under-tip or not tip at all. Pre-Party Auction Ideas: Stock the Bar By : Sherry Truhlar If your audience is more likely to enjoy shots than shiraz, consider hosting a Stock the Bar pre-auction party. Gwen Stefani: Style Icon, Musician, Mother By : Suzie Sweet Why Gwen Stefani? What is it about her that we love so much, to the point where we can't get enough of her? It's a combination of reasons, really, beginning with her tremendous sense of style. Pure Public Opinion By : Gary Cooper Like most widely used terms, pure public opinion means different things to different people and in different situations. Any kind of opinion whether individual or in groups private or public has to do with matters about which people are doubtful and undecided. Gothic Clothes By : Gail Duckett This is an article about the Goth culture, Gothic costumes and a little history about Goth gatherings and Goth bands. The Policing Of Years Gone By By : Tobay Dytham Swifft Man being a social animal, the first ever need for an external force to curb violence must have definitely come with the first ever tryst with the social handicap. Can America's Middle Class Be Saved? (V) Middle Class Destiny Explored By : Thomas Belvedere Emerging worldwide scarcities of absolute necessities may force revolutionary changes in values underlying economics. Can America's Middle Class Be Saved? (IV) The Five Fates By : Thomas Belvedere A despotic state; an era of international wars over scarce natural resources; the mixing of heretofore separate economic sectors and functions; scientific/technological innovations; and taxation/revenue polices: each could have serious impact on the middle class decline. Can America's Middle Class Be Saved? (I) The Purpose Of The Middle Class By : Thomas Belvedere Why the middle class is the backbone of America. Scary Facts About Air Pollution By : Beverly Saltonstall Air pollution is a growing concern. It is responsible for 2.5 million deaths a year. Taking steps to reduce your exposure to air polluton is important for your health and the health of your family. Saving the Planet One Peel at a Time By : Michelle Janosi Did you ever wonder though, like I did, what can I do with these orange peels that would be more eco-friendly for the earth instead of just throwing them in the trash? Car Theft can be Risky for Travelers By : AlinaFarace Over 7 million people in the United States last year alone were victims of identity theft resulting in almost $50 billion of fraudulent credit card, bank, and other financial charges. 10 Best Ways To Raise Money For A Charity By : Christopher Reinhold The world today has realised the importance of helping others who are not able to survive in these difficult times without such help. If these people are not helped in their desperate times, then they might someday become a source of crime in society. Voluntary Recall Issued on 67,000 Child-safety Seats By : William Lenovo Combi USA, a company that manufactures child safety seats, issued a recall stemming from child seats that resulted in severe injury or death of children strapped in the seats. Inmate Suffered Brain Injuries, Sheriff Testifies By : William Lenovo A former sheriff is being named in a civil rights lawsuit filed by the family of an inmate who suffered brain injuries. The trial is schedule for August. If you are in need of a personal injury lawyer, contact the Killino Firm. Pilot in Alabama Plane Crash Found to be Fatigued By : William Lenovo Pilot fatigue was found to be a contributing factor in a plane crash that killed two people. Pilot fatigue can be an actionable offense. If you were involved in a plane accident that was caused by pilot fatigue, contact a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer at the Killino Firm. China Still Dominates in Product Recalls By : William Lenovo A number of products that could harm children have recently been recalled, these include product manufactured both in China and the United States. Contact a Philadelphia prodcut liability lawyer today if you believe your child was injured due to a defective toy or other product. "Wording Does Matter" — (It's All About The Thinking) By : Virginia McBride Names matter. We use them to establish identity. Appearances matter. We use them to show the world who we are. Titles matter. We put them on important things. Pictures matter. We post them on refrigerators, we put them in scrapbooks, we use them in commercials. For all these "matters," we take great care to polish, protect, position, promote. Still, one area of "matters" is repeatedly neglected and even abused — words. Words do matter. Domestic Violence: Are Victims Borderlines or Do Borderlines Think They Are Victims? By : Dr Jeanne King PhD Even though "borderlines" think they are victims, this doesn't make victims borderlines. Read on to learn the difference between those with a borderline personality disorder and victims of domestic violence. The Sigma Chi Ritual - Unity and Brotherhood By : Ali Maadelat Learn why the Sigma Chi Ritual is so widely respected by the Greek world, and why every Sigma Chi guards it with the utmost zeal. An Encounter With a Meth Lab May Be Closer Than You Think By : JT Abney A majority of Americans sit in their comfortable living rooms and offices and believe that they will never be in a 'situation' that would expose them to the dangers associated with methamphetamines. That's just stuff you see on the news, right? Not necessarily. As they say, being forewarned is being forearmed and you certainly need to be well armed to get through a run-in with meth unscathed. Ghost Stories By : S. Roberts Halloween Ghost Stories - What would Halloween be without a Scary Ghost story for your Halloween pleasure. The U.S. Clean Air Act Contains Provisions Requiring Refrigerant Gas Reporting By : Daniel Stouffer Overseeing The U.S. Clean Air Act is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Among the issues the federal law addresses are air pollution prevention and control, ozone protection, air quality, carbon emission reporting (future additions), requirements to limit the deterioration of air quality, and to protect the ozone layer. Asian languages, English, and Caucasian faces By : Tom Aaron While many Americans often assume that everybody should be able to speak English if they try, especially for people who have been in America for many years, other views exist in other parts of the world. Japanese and other Asians often assume the opposite - that people from different cultures, especially Caucasians, cannot speak their language and should not be expected to. Right And Wrong - A Matter Of Context By : Steve Gillman We would like it if right and wrong could be determined by simple rules, but they cannot. Simon Cowell to Be Frozen When He Dies By : Musa Aykac Simon Cowell is probably one of the most famous figures in the musical world. Who's Doing What To Help The Environment? By : Knight Pierce Hirst There wouldn't be any problems with the environment if everyone followed my grandmother's rule - clean up what you mess up. Printed Cotton Bags - Reusable and Eco Friendly By : James Johnson Tips on how to help save the planet and promote your business at the same time with the aid of the humble reusable bag. St. Louis Cited for Violating EPA Regulations By : justice Wet asbestos removal method has been used for old building containing asbestos in city of St. Louis, exposing people to asbestos due to improper asbestos removal. Tears for Obama By : Kader Khan A series of articles advocating a balanced, fullfilled and happy life. Compensation Culture Gone Too Far By : Shaun Parker A look a the way people are unwilling to accept blame or accident and are always looking to get compensation for one thing or another and how this is having a detrimental effect on society. Vibrant Gujarat: Global Investor’s Summit-2009 By : john martin2009 The Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit – 2009 has been started with an aim to bring all the top industries associated with finance, technology and marketing, together at one place. The summit-09 will be bringing all the business leaders, investors, corporations and even the leaders, policy and opinion makers together. America: The Old Cowboy that Rides Off into the Sunset By : Rev Michael Bresciani America is a long way from forty-niners, straw hats and political bunting draped along the rail of an old caboose and cowboys disappearing into the sunset to seek their destiny. Deadly Smoke All Over The World By : Aydan Corkern Pollution has definitely become a problem around the world the past hundred years, but what affect is it going to have on us as a species? Air Pollution Is An Ongoing Problem By : Al Haneson Learn about new efforts underway to control and eliminate air pollution. Myths and Rants About The French By : Rita Borges The myths about Paris and French culture revealed. Why Emigration To New Zealand Is So Attractive By : Thomas Pretty A look at the New Zealand government's immigration policies and why skilled workers stand a good chance of being accepted for entry. Presidential Dollar "In God We Trust" Motto Controversy Resolved By : Michael Zielinski In 2007, the United States Mint unveiled a new series of circulating dollar coins honoring the former Presidents. The new series was met with unexpected controversy when many claimed that the motto "In God We Trust" had been omitted from the coin. After two years, this controversy will finally be put to rest. Snakeheads: New Sightings of Invasive Aquatic Aliens By : James M. Lawrence Biologists at the US Geological Service report that breeding populations of Asian snakehead fish species are spreading, with sightings in many states. Christopher Monkton on Global Warming: A Convenient Truth By : James Nash When looking at the science of global warming, the facts don't seem to add up. That is what Christopher Monckton says in a two-part article that appeared in the UK's Sunday Telegraph. Global Warming Skeptics: Why Do They Exist? By : James Nash In the global warming debate, there are essentially two broad camps. One believes that the science is settled, and that global warming is serious and man-made. The other believes that the science is far from settled, and that precious little is known about global warming or its likely effects. New Green Museum Allows Roof To Leak Water Like A River By : Aydan Corkern What is the point of having a leaky roof on a museum that is supposed to protect the earth and educate about going green? Real Life Buzz Light Year Breaks the Record, What does the Future Hold for Single Manned Flight? By : Musa Aykac With all the build up to this event, I can tell you now that it was well worth the wait. Goodbye, Fire Blankets Of Old: The Great Asbestos Cleanup By : Jon Butt Anyone familiar with old movies is familiar with one sight: the asbestos curtain in theaters, slowly lowered over the stage. Asbestos used to be the country's miracle material, the chief product in fire blankets, insulation, and anything that needed to be protected from fires. However, the miracle material turned quickly into a nightmare. Global Warming - The Kyoto Dilemma By : James Nash The US is the only industrialized nation now refuses to join the Kyoto summit to restraint carbon dioxide emission. This article explores whether, for the global warming crisis to be addressed successfully, it is imperative for the US to join the treaty. Should Dolls Be Role Models? By : Victor Epand Dolls are a common thing that girls like to play with. It is not a good idea to let our little girls look to dolls as role models, they should just be toys. A Day In The Life Of An Individual With Disabilities By : Shaun Parker This personal account of an individual suffering a temporarily debilitating injury highlights the importance of mobility equipment. What is Carbon Offsetting? By : James Nash The term carbon offsetting refers to the way that that carbon produced, is compensated for by the individual who took that journey. How does it work in practice and are there any alternatives to paying a carbon offsetting company? The Dragon And The Bird's Nest: The Clash Of Sport And Politics At The Olympics By : Samantha Gilmartin Though the Olympic Games kicked off in considerable splendour last week, the 29th games has been shrouded in a thick cloud of controversy ever since China was announced as the host. But with zero countries deciding to boycott the competition, we look at the conflict between the political and the sporting concerns that surround the Olympics. Congress Passes Bill to Educate Realtime-Certified Court Reporters By : Christine Harrell The Senate and the House have passed a bill that will provide grants to educate court reporters specializing in realtime communication. These reporters will provide captioning for live television broadcasts, improving access for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers. Renewable Energy: The Good, the Bad, and the So-So By : gary Patterson The green movement is full of buzzwords. One of the more popular and politically correct buzzwords is renewable energy. Industries, both traditional and emerging, will soon be affected by the pending reality of renewable energy. The author urges business to: prepare for the changing business environment that will result when renewable energy takes hold. For there will be winners and losers! How Carbon Solutions Can Benefit Climate Change By : Anna Stenning Looking at ways that people can reduce their footprint, which affects climate change. Energy ETFs - Alternative Energy is Hot By : Ryan Moxie With today's economy, commodity ETFs (exchange traded funds) are the investment to watch. Energy ETFs are among the most popular of the commodities. Energy exchange traded funds include crude oil, coal, natural gas, and even gasoline. Alternative energy ETFs are now making their way into our hearts. Handicap Parking Fraud By : Ian Lawrence Campbell Handicap parking fraud not only inconveniences the disabled, but it is also illegal. This article talks about what you can do to help the handicap through an organization dedicated to stopping those who try to convenience themselves by inconveniencing others. What Do Immigrants Know That You Don’t? By : Denise Porter Why do immigrants flock to America in droves? Why are they willing to sacrifice so much just to be here? Why are they and their children so often entrepreneurial success stories? What the heck are we missing? Is Water Damage Really A Part Of Life? By : Mark Decherd Many of these storms never reach land, they just spin out to sea never to be heard from again, however recent memory shows just how disruptive a storm like Katrina or Andrew can be to the people who live and make their home along the coast. Hundred Mile Hose Reels: Lakes Used To Fight North Carolina Fire By : Jon Butt In the war against wildfires, a powerful hose reel can be your greatest weapon. That's what firefighters found out when they battled against wildfires in a North Carolina wildlife refuge--eventually using miles of hose reels to pump water from nearby lakes. The Nicaragua Canal: Will It Ever be Built? By : Attila Jancsina Everyone knows about the Panama Canal, and how it connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. However, not everyone knows that the United States originally wanted to build this canal through Nicaragua. Self Defense and Protecting Yourself with Non Lethal Self Defense Weapons By : Joy Fender Many people, particularly women, are very vulnerable when attacked in the street, and there are many reasons why they are reluctant to carry guns, even if they are legally permitted to do so as long as they are concealed. Non lethal self defense weapons are a very effective means of defense if you are attacked. People Search – Finding People Online! By : Jenny Clark Many times, we tend to get carried away with our own lives and lose touch with people who may have been important to us before. It happens to most of use. If you look back, it is almost inevitable to think of someone you have lost touch with and would love to get that person back in your life, whether it is a childhood friend, relative or the while class for a reunion. Are Telemarketers Driving You Crazy By : Rachel Yoshida There is nothing more annoying than having a family meal interrupted by a sales call from a telemarketer. A Look At New Zealand Emigration Levels By : Thomas Pretty A study of levels of immigration in New Zealand and how the government's policy seems to be paying off. Learning To Recycle To Protect The Environment By : MIKE SELVON Recycling your garbage is the number one way you can help the environment. What not to do in a media encounter By : Graham Kelly A list of 10 common mistakes people make when dealing with the news media. Cyberbullying – A Dangerous Trend By : Mindy Matter What was once confined to the school yard has expanded into cyberspace, and these days, cyberbullies are causing more than just hurt feelings. Studies suggest that more than 42% of kids have been bullied while online. With serious results in many cyberbullying cases, including suicide, it is a concept that definitely deserves the attention of computer users on a worldwide basis. Steer Clear of Crimes When Parking By : Steve Lane Parking lot crimes are prevalent and you do not want to get caught without enough knowledge and information to protect yourself. You should always also be equipped with the right safety tools to protect yourself. Some of these safety tools are pepper sprays, stun guns, mace and self defense classes. It is very important to carry one or all of these safety tools. Kitchen Appliances News By : BraegHeneffe Up to date news stories on kitchens and appliances, with reviews and industry information. Recent closures have seen production changes for kitchen appliances in Europe and especially the UK Managing Cultural Value Models By : Robert Smith Each model is described and its limitations noted, then the model is related to some aspect of management. This discussion is very simplistic and in no way comprehensive. Go Paperless, Go Green, Save Green By : Molly Winters-Hughes Transitioning to a paperless office can help the environment and can save your office a significant amount of money. Easing Into the Green Living Lifestyle By : Ivan Cuxeva Learn more about the many ways we can contribute change our current life style into an eco-friendly one, our daily actions have more impact in the planet than you think. Habitat for humanity By : Christopher Watson Habitat for humanity is an international, Christian, non-governmental, non-profit organization devoted to building simple, decent and affordable housing in partnership with people in need. Resources At The Canadian Genealogy Centre By : Benjamin Brook The Canadian Genealogy Centre is an online resource for anyone in the world who wants to identify their Canadian ancestors and learn more about them. Clocks Change This Spring By : Maxine Clarke I doubt many of us will be springing out of bed on the morning of Sunday 30 March 2008, when we've lost a precious hour's sleep. On the positive side, it does signal the beginning of British Summer Time and longer, lighter evenings. Immigration boost needed to tackle skills shortage By : mabel Adding to the problems of a booming economy is Australia's looming labour shortage. A paper prepared for the Academy of Social Sciences Experts say the country needs to boost immigration by 30 per cent within the next 20 years to meet its growing work force demand. What Makes a Male a Man? A Woman Shares Her Thoughts By : Deborrah Cooper As females mature our concept of what a man is changes. Though Daddy is often our first glimpse at manhood, our desires and expectations change and grow with us. We come to recognize that manhood does not simply mean a male is a man - it simply means that he has passed puberty. Toddler Toys Not Safe Anymore! By : Rachel Nunez Now-a-days mothers should read the labels of the toys they are planning to buy for their children. Toys in the market may now have harmful chemicals mixed during manufacturing it. Volunteer in Vietnam for a Life Lasting Experience By : Moe Tamani Volunteering in Vietnam is quite a thrilling experience! A thriving and bustling East Asian Country, Vietnam has been a favorite of tourists and adventure seekers since many years. Volunteer in Peru: Ecology, Culture and Social Causes By : Moe Tamani Peru is a country with an amazing array of bio-diversity, Peru is considered as one big habitat for humans, flora and fauna. It is situated in South America and has the South Pacific Ocean on one side and the mighty Andes Mountains on the other. Platform Lifts For The Disabled By : Arthor Pens With platform lifts, the disabled can now do without the uncomfortable situation of having to deal with access barriers. In fact, these access barriers can virtually be removed off the equation altogether now! How to Become a Florida Resident By : Dean Hanewinckel A detailed procedure to follow to become a Florida resident. Is There Life After Work or Is Work the Most Interesting Thing in My Life? By : Jack Deal Do you live to work or work to live? A fragmented life is not only less productive but less meaningful and less fun. The Attack of the Nerds: Bullying in Cyberspace By : mjb Cyber-bullying is a distressing form of bullying prevalent in student populations with access to various information communication technologies such as mobile phones and the Internet. It is a repetitive and malicious way to gain power over the victim through humiliation, torment or threats. Renewable Energy Is The Future By : James Copper You could become a domestic energy assessor and help the future with introducing more renewable energy Energy Assessors Can Help Us Go Green By : James Copper Why not become a DEA and help the world become energy efficient 16,000 Indians seek to make Australia home By : Australian Despite steady economic growth for the last decade or so, Australia is facing a serious skills shortage with the ageing workforce retiring in greater numbers. Cutting By : bivan12 Self-abusers generally grow bad behavioral habits, and show signs of low self esteem and depression. India's Tourism Set To Rise By : Derek Both India is set to benefit from the upcoming Commonwealth Games which are being held in Delhi in 2010. Addressing Climate Change Requires Quiet By : Kevin Surace Climate change is here to stay. But we can do something to slow down its progress by encouraging people to move into urban settings. This can save 25% of CO2. The problem? Noise is the number one complaint. This needs to be addressed before we see significant migration to urban settings. And there is new technology to address it easily and cost effectively. F’ing Has A Lot Going For It By : Gary Crow Have you heard people talking whose vocabulary seems to be so adjective challenged that everything is F'ing this or F'ing that? It can get to where it's hard to tell whether F'ing is a good quality or bad. Of course, F'ing is also sometimes a verb which one presumes refers to desirable activity but even that isn't always clear. This article is just what you need to read, if you want the real story about F'ing. On The Subjugation Of Nurses By : Kate Loving Shenk The World Is Not A stressful Place. But Our Thoughts About The World Are Stressful. What Women Want: Why Listening is Often The Solution! By : Cucan Pemo If you are familiar with women at all, you will surely know that they like to talk about things. It makes no difference what it is; talking it out is always the solution for them. Modern Manners- The Changes Required By : cdmohatta Some manners will always be with us, like saying please and thank you, sharing, and being on time. Help Our Veterans and Make a Purple Heart Car Donation By : Arturo R The American public mistakenly believes that the federal government takes care of the men and women who have served their country in the armed forces. The federal government does do something, but not much Hemp, Tomorrow’s Building blocks? By : Les Edwards The hemp plant as an industrial building material is making a comeback. Previously overshadowed by its use as a drug it is set to become an evermore important material because of its eco-friendly properties. Today, it is used as sustainable eco-friendly building brick in some of Spain’s eco-homes.
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