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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.
Is It Just Celebrity Gossip or Truth? By : Kristi Ambrose
So keep going online and look for your favorite star and the latest scandals, rumors or gossip. Some may be true and some may just be for our entertainment.
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.
Olympic Games Offer Powerful Diplomacy Venue By :
The Olympic Games offer a powerful venue for effective diplomacy as many of the world's leaders are attending the games and it is relatively easy for the leaders to arrange informal discussions.
Anonymous Drug Dealers, Drug Abuse and Terrorism By : Tibor A. Palatinus
Anonymous drug dealers and terrorism have been exposed by the DEA, expose TV shows, newspapers and more. What's their purpose, how do they operate and how does one nullify their effects?
How to Avoid Pain at the Pump By : Ki Gray
Simple changes to your routine can help you save substantially at the pump.
How Meters Are Hoped To Limit The Instances Of Water Shortages By : Thomas Pretty
A look at how water meters can help reduce household bills and government plans to introduce them in all homes.
Are Cell Phones Really Worse Than Smoking While Driving? By : Bruce Lipski
There are many things that people do in their car while driving which can be considered as distracting and dangerous.
An End for the Budget Traveller? By : Maxine Clarke
Escalating oil costs have seen airlines announce severe losses in profit. The news may not be a surprise to many, but who is likely to suffer most? As always, it seems to be the average customer who will miss out.
Mortgage Rates Jump up to Highest Level Seen in 2008 By : Ki Gray
Mortgage interest rates jumped this week to reach their highest levels of 2008. This article looks through the changes.
Taking Architectural Visualisation To A New Level By : Catherine Harvey
A look at some of the new ideas behind the construction and design of modern buildings and how they have changed to accomodate new features and concerns.
Organic Garden Tips And So Much More! By : Kristi Ambrose
If you're an official "Greenie" or you want to get into organic gardening there a few really easy ways to go about this!
Health And Safety For Our Children By : Catherine Harvey
A tongue in cheek look at new health and safety guidelines covering what our children should and shouldn't be protected from at school.
T. Boone Pickens Speaks Out On America's Energy Crisis By :
America desperately needs leadership who will first of all admit that a serious energy problem exists and who will take massive steps to mobilize and organize the resources needed to reduce if not eliminate the dependency of America upon foreign oil.
Equitable Outcome for Debt-Ridden Pension Holders By : Patrick Omari
The Parliamentary Ombudsman has announced that the government should set up a compensation fund for victims of the Equitable Life collapse. Take a look at why it has taken so long?
The Importance Of Infection Control In Medical Management By : Thomas Pretty
A look at the training courses being undertaken by healthcare professionals in order to improve infection control and combat super-bugs such as MRSA.
Why The Public Is Increasingly Going Private By : Thomas Pretty
A look at the reasons behind the increased use of the private hospital and the treatments available in these institutions.
How To Win The Election And Clean House By : Scott McGregor
Dems and Repubs alike are scared of looking soft at election time! A tongue-in-cheek look at our slide into the loss of liberty at the hands of promise-everything politicians. We need Chairman Mao!
Death on the Road - Dangerous Drivers To Face Tougher Sentences By : Patrick Omari
Drivers found guilty of death by dangerous driving are to be set tougher punishments. Offenders could face up to fourteen years in prison after the new guidelines were set by the SGC.
World’s Oldest Mother Gives Birth to Twins in India By : Aandaleeb Singh
Mrs Panwar and her husband, Charan Singh Panwar, 77, decided to undergo IVF treatment in order to conceive. Despite having two grown-up daughters and five grandchildren, the couple were eager to have the treatment in an attempt to have a son, who would be
Save Food, Save The World By : Patrick Omari
As the G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit nears ever closer, we are told by Gordon Brown that despite rising fuel prices and climate change our salvation lies within the home. Save food, save the world.
So What's New? 2008 Energy Crisis By :
However it is produced, electrically is not free. Now most electricity is produced by the energy sources of today, primarily coal, nuclear, and hydroelectric. Every facet and aspect of our lives can be controlled when energy is controlled. Governments that control energy sources and technology will become all powerful in tomorrow's energy starved world.
Will We Need Health And Safety Training To Breathe Next By : Catherine Harvey
A look at some of the crazier rules to come out of health and safety regulations recently.
Councils Refuse Our Refuse Requests By : Catherine Harvey
A look at some of the problems centered around our council run refuse collections and how the rules are changing.
Corporate Income Tax Reform--- Seriously By : Steve Selengut
At the root of the problem is the tremendous investment the major parties have in nurturing divisiveness, jealousy, and misunderstanding in the electorate. Politicians are much more interested in talking about change than they are in actually legislating it.
Tom Kalin Interview: Savage Grace By : Megan Rellahan
An exclusive interview with director Tom Kalin on his latest controversial film, Savage Grace. The story centers on the Baekland family tragedy where a mother's incestrous love drives her son to murder.
Mortgage Interest Rates: Up Up And Away By : Ki Gray
Mortgage interest rates have been rising over the last month. This article examines the current trends with mortgage interest rates.
What Happens to America With Expensive Energy? By :
I'm confident that America and Americans will survive and adapt but it is impossible to predict the coming transformation of America as it adjusts to a world of expensive energy and decreasing resources.
Consumers Reported To Be Feeling The Heat From Rising Energy Costs By : Mark Dawson
With Britons continuing to struggle with money, it is important that they take steps to ensure the heat on their financial situation is not turned up even further.
Austin Hipness Moves South By : Ki Gray
78704 has long been know as the hip area of Austin. Recently though some of the cool Austin establishments have been moving south of Ben White to 78745.
Do You Ever Feel Like God Doesn't Care By :
The newly finished roof, leaks, the dog is sick, and I have a chronic back pain that makes it hard to sit in one place for very long. My business is completely dead and the bills are mounting on a pile on top of my desk. God don't you care about me? I don't understand why some people can have everything they want and the rest of us struggle day to day!
The Idiocy of Mainstream American Energy Policies By : Carlton Straeker
For what people around the world consider the U.S. as the richest, most powerful, and most efficient country on the globe, how did we get to face the dilemmas of higher gasoline, energy, and food prices? The answer lies in our idiotic mainstream energy policies such as adoptions of no new oil explorations, over reliance of alleged renewable sources of energy, and a non-nuclear energy stance.
Mismanaged American Economy at Great Risk By :
It may already be too late to save America as we know and love it. A far different country may emerge from the seeds that eight years of mismanagement have sown.
Mortgage Interest Rates Jump Up By : Ki Gray
Interest rates have increased recently. This article details what mortgage products have changed and what we might be seeing in the near future.
High Energy Prices Are a Disaster for America By :
As long as America remains hooked upon oil and in spending more than we take in on unwise wars and in garrisoning the world it will likely take more than an Obama or McCain to save us from a long downward spiral off the king of the mountain heap.
Water Meters; Coming To A Street Near You By : Thomas Pretty
A look at government initiatives to increase the use of water meters and to overhaul the way we use this resource, and how it is priced.
Alternative Ways Of Dealing With The Fuel Crisis By : Catherine Harvey
A look at ways to get around without having to be subject to the extortionate price of petrol at the pumps today.
The Record High Price Of Gasoline Is A Good Thing By : Michael Littles
A must read, eye opening look at America's dependency on gasoline and the positive effects it is happening on our world.
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.
American Economy Moving Towards Failure Mode By :
For awhile Americans thought that the saying "they sweat, we think" was cool. However, now thinking Americans are beginning to wonder if a service based economy will be able to compete in today's fast moving world. Nations that have concentrated on high tech manufacturing and that actually make things that people all over the world want are moving ahead economically while the US falls behind.
Smaller Brain From Smoking Too Much? By : Samantha Gilmartin
Recent reports suggest that heavy cannabis consumption can lead to certain areas of the brain shrinking. Reopening the debate of the dangers of smoking cannabis and the effects on the human body.
Blade Debate Sharpens In Run Up To The Olympics By : Samantha Gilmartin
Since the double-amputee sprinter Oscar Pistorious was cleared to run in the Beijing Olympics last month his case has attracted a huge amount of debate. With his dependence on the controversial 'Cheetah' carbon blades to allow him to compete, is it fair that he race against able-bodied athletes?
The Country's Gone Crazy For Health And Safety By : Catherine Harvey
A look at some of the crazy rules implemented of late because of health and safety regulations.
America Motoring Towards Economic Disaster By :
With energy prices moving higher over the long term there isn't one politician in sight who has the guts to tell Americans that many of them face a long term reduction in their standard of living.
Factors Involved With Immigration To New Zealand By : Thomas Pretty
A look at the prerequisites for migration to New Zealand and the four main categories that migrants should fall into.
The Fate Of The Estate Agent By : Thomas Pretty
A look at how current property market conditions are leading to hard times for estate agencies.
Are We Being Priced Off The Road By : Catherine Harvey
A look at some of the issues raised in the press and general public recently regarding the cost of fuel and of running a car or transport business.
Gujjars Bring Delhi to a Halt By : Aandaleeb Singh
Thousands of members of the Gujjar tribe have ground life in New Dehli to a halt today by blocking major roads in and out of the city, obstructing train tracks and burning car tires in a protest for better treatment. In addition to this, the Gujjars have
Guilty verdict in Nitish Katara Murder Case By : Aandaleeb Singh
A court in Delhi has found Vikas Yadav and his cousin Vishal Yadav guilty of the horrific murder of Dehli student Nitish Katera, which occurred six years ago. Vikas, who is the son of the influential Uttar Pradesh politician DP Yadav, and his cousin were
Thousands Dead In Myanmar And China Is A Sign Of The End Times By :
Mega disasters are a sign of the End Times. Our world has an allotted time and it is almost over. This is the reason why our world is experiencing mega disasters like the cyclone in Myanmar and the quake in China that has lead to hundreds of thousands of people dying.
Flexibility of Background Check By :
Privacy means a lot to everybody since there are a lot of things they would to keep on for themselves. ...There are no secrets which are not opened up to the world. One way or another, you would have to let others know what is going in your life and what your past is.
NHS Sack Fujitsu from Connecting For Health By : Karra Maxim
This news will anger critics of Connecting for Health, who have already slated the project for being too costly, as well as four years late. However, the government defended the costs associated with its scheme and insisted that Connecting for Health coul
The Credit Crisis Is Fuelled By Fuel Prices By : Terry Cartwright
Much of the financial crisis in the world is caused by a lack of confidence between banks and financial institutions and their clients which are symptoms of the credit crunch not the root cause. Changing the supply and demand for oil which is the root cause would restore confidence and avoid financial turmoil.
The Essential Guide to Green Cleaning: 5 Quick & Easy Ways By :
Say goodbye to toxic cleaning habits for good. Read on for 5 quick and easy ways to keep your home cleaner and greener.
How Will The US Economy Recover? By : Ki Gray
The US is currently dealing with the fallout from the mortgage crisis. The article looks at the current state of the US economy.
The Conservation Policies Of Presidential Candidates By : Scott Miscall
We all know our Earth is in serious trouble. If there is one person who can really turn around things in our country it is the president.
Investing in a Down Market By : Ki Gray
When the market is down people frequently avoid investing. This article looks at some of the benefits of investing in our current down market.
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.
A Message Of Hope For The Financial Crisis By :
I just didn't understand what I was doing wrong? I tithed, helped others all the time and yet here was the dismal truth, I didn't have enough when extra expenses like house and car taxes and even insurance came due. I didn't even have enough for my grandchildren's birthdays or even Holidays.
Commodities Stoke Inflation Fears By : Ki Gray
The Fed has cut interest rates several times in 2008. This article discusses the problems associated with inflation which has followed the interest rate cuts.
The Process Of A Fire Risk Assessment By : Thomas Pretty
A look at the legally defined actions of fire risk assessors and how an assessment has to take many factors into account.
Credit Crunch: Light at the End of the Tunnel By : Ki Gray
The credit crunch has been gripping the country for the last several months. This article discusses the current situation with the credit crunch.
Sub-Prime Fallout: Why Such A Big Deal? By : Ki Gray
This article describes the sub-prime crisis in detail, with emphasis on its similarities and differences from the savings-and-loan scandals.
Prison Campaigner Found Dead Near Daughter's Grave By : Krissy Haze
A Cheshire Police spokesperson confirmed that a body was found at the cemetery in the earlier ours of yesterday morning. However, they said that they were unable to identify the body at this stage. The spokesperson said: "At 6.15 this morning a member o
Something Every Dating Partner Needs To Know By :
How many of you are already influenced by online dating? Are you familiar with online dating and its popularity? Do you know what online dating is all about? If your answer is YES, then it is clear that you are interested in dating using the Internet.
Zuzanna’s Murderer Gets 35 Years By : Karri Madelline
Mr Clark, 40, received the sentence during a hearing at Sheffield Crown Court. Clark had initially told police that he was collecting benefits in a Post Office at the time of Zuzanna’s murder, but officers managed to disprove this alibi.
Singh Expands Cabinet with Seven New Ministers By : Aandaleeb Singh
The seven new Ministers include Jyotiraditya Scindia, the son of a former Party leader, and former chief election commissioner M S Gill. The rest of new Ministers are Jitin Prasada, V Narayanasamy, Santosh Bagrodia, Rameshwar Oraon, and Rashtriya Janta Da
Two-Faced Baby is Born in India By : Aandaleeb Singh
A baby girl was born three weeks ago in India with two faces. The as-yet-unnamed baby was born with two pairs of eyes, two pairs of lips and two noses, and doctors have sadly rendered her inoperable.
Landmark Judgement Over Revisions to the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme By : Aandaleeb Singh
The High Court has ruled that the government’s revised terms and conditions for their Highly Skilled Migrants Programme (HSMP) were not fair. Judges at the High Court hearing said it was "not open to the government to alter the terms and conditions" of
British Pair Drown in Goa By : Aandaleeb Singh
According to a spokesperson from the Foreign Office, two British citizens have drowned at Morjim Beach in Goa. The spokesperson said: "We can confirm that two British nationals drowned at Morjim beach in Goa on April 6. We have informed their next of kin
Mr Loophole helps Flintoff escape Fine By : Karri Madelline
At the brief hearing, Flintoff only spoke to confirm his details. The Crown offered no evidence at the hearing, although prosecutor Sharon Bourne said that the Crown had originally wanted to produce ‘bad character’ evidence against the cricketer, who
Government Accused of Pimping Jobseekers By : Sara Ghloto
A group that deals with trafficked sex workers has warned the government that they could be leading women and girls into prostitution through adverts placed in Jobcentres.
Student Shocked by Jobcentre Sex Jobs By : Sara Ghloto
Ms Ellis-Jones said that it was “sad, pitiful and depressing” to see the vacancies advertised in the Government-run employment exchange. She said: “It is just bonkers in this day and age when we are encouraging safety for children on the internet, t
Jobcentre's Criticised for Stripper Advertisements By : Sara Ghloto
Ms Marshall told the MPs that some women as young as 17 had been offered work as strippers and lap dancers through the Jobcentre. She said: “We have had contact with two 17-year-olds who have gone into the jobcentre and it brought up a number of vacan
Jobcentre's are 'Pimping' Girls By : Sara Ghloto
Denise Marshall, director of the Poppy Project, made these allegations to MPs during an address to the Commons’ Home Affairs Select Committee. She claimed that these roles could lure women into prostitution and that it was inappropriate for the governme
Ten Times Ten: What Future for Oil Prices? By : Daniel Yergin
Oil prices are fluctuating in line with the latest economic signals - up and down. This will continue until a clearer view of economic growth materializes.
Fashion Hungry visitors to make a 'B' line to the Clothes Show Live 2008 By : Sydney Cauldon-Low
There is so much to see and do at the show that even the most fashion hungry visitor cannot fail to fill their day with exciting and insightful things. Stunning daily cat walk shows will preview the latest designer and high street collections, some being
Jimmy's Hospital involved in Explosion By : Karri Madelline
A student who witnessed the explosion spoke of the aftermath saying, ‘I couldn’t believe how much damage was caused. There was smoke everywhere and the pub was just gone and smashed to bits.’
Animals Left to Suffer in Leeds By : Karri Madelline
Over 700 abandoned animals have already been rescued across the region over the past four months.
New Housing for UK Ageing Population By : Sylvia Fontrellini
The strategy includes proposals to ensure that all new homes built after 2013 incorporate 16 key age-friendly features, which include wider doors suitable for wheelchairs, more accessible bathroom design and staircases that are big enough for stair lifts.
National Falls Awareness Day 2008 By : Sylvia Fontrellini
Thanks to the research carried out by these universities, Fall Stop is packed with practical help and guidance to prevent falls. It is aimed at practitioners who work with old people, including falls coordinators, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational th
Different Legal Punishments Given for Producing Counterfeit Money by Different Countries By : Amy Nutt
Different countries have different legal punishments for those producing counterfeit money and the punishments are quite tough.
The Oldest Man Moving To New Zealand By : Thomas Pretty
A recent news story of a man aged 102 who is moving to New Zealand to live out the twilight of his years.
The Removal Of Fire Extinguishers As A Safety Measure? By : Thomas Pretty
A look at the recent move by a British council to remove the fire extinguishers from communal areas, due to residents not having enough training to ensure their own safety.
Current Issues Weighing on the Global Economy By : Ki Gray
This article looks through the different issues facing the global economy.
Quitting Real Estate: Possibly a Good Career Move By : Ki Gray
As the real estate market slows alot of realtors have been leaving the real estate profession. This article goes through a few reasons why leaving might be a smart idea.
Why The Need For Chauffeur Car Hire By : Catherine Harvey
A look at the increased need for chauffeurs to transport the celebrities around.
New Technologies Being Utilised In The Car Hire Industry By : Thomas Pretty
A look at technologies being implemented in the car hire industry to make firms more eco-friendly and to ensure the protection of fleets.
Congestion Charge; What Is The Consensus? By : Patrick Omari
Congestion charge is seen as a way for collecting the much needed revenue which is used to improve the public transport infrastructure. Many residents don't seem to agree.
Choosing the right purse for your personality By : Sonia Sood
We are positive that no matter how you see yourself -- trendy, corporate or casual -- your ultimate goal is to look "together" - to look beautiful and elegant in your poise and style of clothing and accessories. You spend hours looking for the right outfit and analyze it many times over to make sure it perfects and gives you that eye-catching look. Nevertheless, do you give that same time and scrutiny to your accessories like your purse and handbag before throwing it over your shoulder and leavi
First Day at Heathrow Airport' T5; Not The Finest Hour For the National Carrier By : Patrick Omari
The 27th March 2008 was the day Terminal5 at Heathrow Airport was to start functioning in its quest to handle the projected 30 million passengers each year. With a 400-meter-long (quarter-mile-long) terminal, T5 is the largest freestanding building in Britain. However, the day turned out to be full of problems.
Healthy Lifestyles, Cooperation - How To Energize the World By : Derek Dashwood
For us many who grew up in an Anglo city, moved to a more racially diverse area, and since moved home and find our own city is eventually more racial diverse than we could have imagined before. It has energized my home area so much.
Can The Bush Tax Cut Work? By : Ki Gray
Can the impending economic stimulus package that the Bush administration is creating have the power to keep the US from recession? This article discusses some of the factors of the economic crisis.
Do All Countries Have The Same Speed Limits For The Highways? By : Amy Nutt
Speed limits are usually set by legislative bodies and enforced by law enforcement.
Heathrow Aiport Continues to Set the Pace By : Patrick Omari
Heathrow Airport opened in 1946 and has become the United Kingdom's largest Airport and the world's busiest international airport and is only 24km from London center. The airport currently has 5 terminals.The 5th terminal was opened by the Queen on the 5th of March 2008.
Celebrities Are The Masters Of Disguise By : Catherine Harvey
A look at the bizarre behaviour of some celebrities to try and retain their anonymity.
Hillary & Barack Sweeping Kids Safety Under the Political Rug? By : Greg Writer
Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and their Internet Safety Agenda.
Healthy Lifestyles, Science - Serene Harmony in Racial Diversity By : Derek Dashwood
In quiet areas of earth there are peoples of many nationalities and language groups who are finding ways to live together. They have adapted to living amidst strange people, and if each respects the rights of the other they can get along.
Is the Democratic Primary Destroying the Democrats? By : Ki Gray
This article talks about the damage the current presidential primary is doing to the Democratic Party.
Challenges That The Car Hire Industry Is Facing By : Thomas Pretty
A look at the current financial climate and how this is affecting car companies and the services they provide.

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