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1) Successful Fundraisers in Today's Economy
Author:
Marvin Yakos
Category:
News and Society
With constant reminders of the economic downturn in the news, it's easy to understand why so many nonprofit organizations and schools have trouble fundraising via traditional methods. Many people are buying fewer fundraising items and donating less than before, but that doesn't mean school and nonprofit fundraising efforts are inevitably headed for doom. There are fundraising ideas out there that can survive any economic situation, and in fact, even give the economy a boost.
Tips for E...
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2) What Kind of Newspapers Will Survive?
Author:
Sam Chapman
Category:
News and Society
Many print newspapers have gone under and many are struggling. Subscriptions are down and advertising revenue is way down for many. All you need to do is look at the classifieds section to see how the number of ads has dropped compared to even just a few years ago.
My feeling is that most major metro areas will hold on to one major newspaper for a while, but that cities with more than one will see the less strong go away. I also think we will see the growth of online newspapers like the b...
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3) Corrections Facilities and Safety Officers Benefit from ID Badges
Author:
Catherine Williams
Category:
News and Society
Police Officer Safety
A corrections officer has one of the most dangerous jobs available. Identification cards for corrections officers are currently some of the most high-tech ID cards available. They often incorporate holographic images, and magnetic strips in order to prevent unlawful duplication of these identification cards to protect the officers and the people that they serve. Other security measures include fingerprints, digital photographs, colorization, biometrics and the use of orig...
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4) Dealing with Depression
Author:
Beth Howard
Category:
News and Society
Although depression is a highly talked about, researched, and known problem all around the globe, what is little known are the different types of depression, and how they can effect you and people you are around. Many of the population knows depression as being sad or down, which of course isn't wrong as it is known for it's saddening effect on people, but there is also a lot more to the bigger picture of depression.
Feeling sad or down is a common place occurrence in every life on earth, as...
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5) Gianni Truvianni's Sexual Fantasies
Author:
Gianni Truvianni
Category:
News and Society
An article about what I personally consider sexual fantasies to be and how in fact it is only the imaginative mind that can conjure them; while the task is left up to the adventurous spirit to transform the visions of night's sleep in to the reality of the flesh.
Before I elaborate on sexual fantasies I feel it would be wise to define what they are or at least the fashion I perceive them as being. Sexual fantasies or at least in my opinion are about the set of circumstances surrounding the a...
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6) Is Life a Gift From God or An Obligation?
Author:
Gianni Truvianni
Category:
News and Society
An article about the gift of life, which is said to be God's greatest.
Before I start this article, I would like to make it clear that I am an agnostic, this meaning that I have not ruled out that possibility that a god might exist though I have not accepted by reason that one by all means has to be. I however for my part can say that I am not one who feels the need to obtain this knowledge regarding weather God is a certainty or not as I regardless of which have chosen to life my life a cer...
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7) Seville, Grand City Of Opera
Author:
Gianni Truvianni
Category:
News and Society
To many through out the world, even opera fans it may be difficult to think of Seville; the capital of Andalucía in Spain as a city of opera. After all, when it comes to great opera houses the cities that come to mind more readily are London, New York, Milan, Vienna, Paris and even Sydney; with its legendary opera house however Seville should not be ignored as a city of opera. For it is in this city where several of the greatest operas take place and I mean not in the sense that they are perfor...
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8) The Strangest Story I have Ever Heard
Author:
Gianni Truvianni
Category:
News and Society
An article about one of the strangest stories I have ever heard told and though the years have passed my mind still recalls the moment my colleague at work shared it with those of us who were present.
There are stories we hear and forget and there are those that for some reason we never forget, perhaps it is that they are so off the beat and path that they stick out in our minds or it might be that there is something about them that the passage of time will not erase from our memories. Such...
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9) Global Energy and the Economy
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
News and Society
Rates and tariffs for domestic energy supply are directly related to the cost of wholesale gas and electricity on the global market. When domestic utility suppliers buy energy on the global market at wholesale prices and when those prices go up, your domestic utility tariffs reflect this. Wholesale gas and electricity prices peak and trough according to supply and demand so when production is low and demand is high, the price of wholesale gas and electricity will inevitably be at a premiu...
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10) The Great Energy Debate
Author:
Andrew Regan
Category:
News and Society
In 2008, the power industry saw a massive increase in energy prices, thus having to pass the costs on to their customers. Countless households suddenly had to implement significant changes in the way they were using energy around the home, while many others were simply unable to afford their energy bills.
However, the trend of higher energy costs recently took a downturn, after wholesale costs decreased for energy providers. Still, many providers kept their prices up, promptin...
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11) Identifying Identity Fraud and How to Sort It Out
Author:
Andrew Regan
Category:
News and Society
Many people will not experience a crime like identity fraud during their lifetime. However, the crime is not uncommon; most of us will at least know someone who has been a victim of ID theft, if we ourselves have not been. Because of this fairly high proliferation of identity fraud - particularly during times when the economy is tough - it is advisable that you get to know a little more about this crime, how to tell when it's happening to you, and what to do about it.
The first...
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12) Beyond Bake Sales: Getting More Out of Your Fundraiser
Author:
The Shirt Printer.com
Category:
News and Society
Despite facing impending budget cuts, many schools are valiantly struggling to keep extracurricular programs thriving for their students. To do so, many schools are relying on a variety of fundraising activities.
What Didn't Work for Me
We all remember our junior high years when we were pressured every year to go door-to-door around the neighborhood (supervised by parents, of course) selling magazine subscriptions. It was a pretty futile endeavor. The process usually started with a pep...
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13) Do I Know You, Mr. USA? You Bet I Do
Author:
Bob Miller
Category:
News and Society
But the one who knew you long before I did was Janet Taylor Caldwell from Manchester, England. At first I wasn't sure if she was talking about you, Mr. USA, or you, Mr. UK. But then I realized that she was actually talking about both of you, but one in the present tense and the other in the past tense.
Even though Mrs. Caldwell was born in England, I can almost feel her standing beside me grinning and saying in that unmistakable MacGregor Scottish...
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14) Using Oil and Gas GIS Data for Effective Management of Pipeline Assets
Author:
Clint Johnson
Category:
News and Society
Oil and gas GIS data can be used for several purposes. If you have investments on gas explorations and pipeline development project, then the oil and gas pipeline GIS datasets can significantly improve business intelligence so you can ensure a solid return for your investments. Geospatial data however can also be used as a management tool. If you can grasp the different factors that influence the performance of your gas pipelines, then you can easily implement measures in order to control th...
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15) The Critical Role of Oil and Gas Pipeline GIS Maps for Project Presentations
Author:
Clint Johnson
Category:
News and Society
Energy companies usually need to convince stakeholders, clients, and the public when they launch a new energy development project. Selling the conceptual plan and basis of the development project is usually done through visual presentations using digital and graphics media. Oil and gas GIS and gas pipeline GIS maps therefore play major roles during such presentations. These visual representations of data are compelling materials which can convince even the most skeptical stakeholder or clien...
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16) The Importance of Getting Natural Gas Energy GIS Data
Author:
Clint Johnson
Category:
News and Society
Natural gas is one of the most lucrative commodities in the energy sector today. Getting a complete grasp of this specific energy market can significantly improve the performance of your company. However, you can only exploit the advantages of trading in natural gas if you have complete mapping and dataset on this sector. Fortunately, natural gas energy GIS data is available for you as well as complete information on natural gas pipeline GIS. It is critical therefore to utilize these GIS da...
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17) Guardian Angels - Assigned For Protecting Everyone On Earth
Author:
Bob Miller
Category:
News and Society
The existence of the guardian angels was recognized by the Christians in the early 5th century. Though there are many controversies regarding the real existence of these Guardian Angels, many people are experiencing the presence of these protectors in their daily life. In this modern world, many people find it hard to believe that they too have a guardian angel assigned by God to protect them. According to the believers of the existence of the Guardian Angels, you can ask for help through praye...
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18) Understanding the Basics of Energy and Pipeline GIS
Author:
Clint Johnson
Category:
News and Society
Energy resources are normally sourced offshore and abroad. Essential fuels and energy needs of end consumers and major industries are normally transported over the sea through ships and tankers. When transporting the energy needs of consumers over land, the pipelines play a highly critical role. That is why energy companies need reliable and accurate mapping information to get valuable insights about these pipelines. Such information are now available through modern energy GIS and pipeline...
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19) Skill Sets To Combat Environmental Problems
Author:
Andrew Regan
Category:
News and Society
We all want the younger generation of today to enjoy a brighter future - a desire that's exemplified, in part, by current actions in favour of environmental issues. After all, the planet will soon be in your children's hands, and you want them to be able to enjoy it rather than have to work solely to fix problems created by generations before.
But of course, you can't just hope that today's younger generation will respect the environment in future years. Indeed, such a way of th...
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20) Top Tips for Planning Your Wedding
Author:
Paul McIndoe
Category:
News and Society
Planning a wedding is a task which requires co-ordination and organisation as there are several aspects to manage at the same time. Dresses must be sourced and fitted, the venue booked, photographers arranged and food thought of.
If you have never planned a wedding before it can seem like a daunting experience but with a little help from the experts you can have everything in place with relative ease. Wedding suppliers are fairly essential in arranging most aspects of your big...
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