The sixth edition in our continuing series of Age of Mythology showcases kicks off with a look at another god from the frozen north. We’ve already detailed two Greek and Egyptian gods, and now we unveil a second Norse deity: Odin, the ruler of the gods. Interestingly, Odin wasn’t always seen as a benevolent and …
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‘Briefer History of Time’ Tainted by Lack of Creator
There are two things I especially recall about Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time — the earlier version of this new book, eA Briefer History of Time. The first is that as a popular introduction to modern science, it simply did not work. Fortunately, twice is a charm.Time and again, one could point to …
Japanese official praises Vietnam’s poverty reduction achievements
Vietnam has been very successful in implementing poverty reduction target, one of eight millennium development goals (MDGs) set by the United Nations, said Yoshi Yatsu, Japanese member of parliament and former chairman of the Asian Forum of Parliamentarians on Population and Development (AFPPD). “It is amazing and none of other countries have been so successful,” …
How to Use the Power of Visualization to Control and Conquer Anger
Visualization is not idle wishing or daydreaming. It is a practical method to discover and achieve all you want from life. Visualization trains your mind to focus on what you truly want, and helps in marshalling all your available resources, which may be used for the accomplishment of your objective.This article explores and explains the …
Franchise Outlet Training and New Hires
Often in franchising, franchise outlets will have turnover of key personnel. They may seek the services of the franchisor to train the new employee. In some cases franchise or training of managers may actually be required to be done by the franchise himself. This is done to maintain consistency and quality control in the franchise …
Esso Makes 18 Billion Profits But Still Doesn’t Spend On Climate Change
Exxon Mobil, Esso’s parent company, is the largest oil company in the world. At the end of last month it reported the record breaking profit of £18 billion made in the past year. Here’s another fact- the burning of oil as a fuel accounts for 23 % of all global greenhouse gas emissions. In the …
New Orleans / Oklahoma City Hornets Basketball: Early 2006 Season Analysis
After starting out 2-30 last year, the Hornets were on pace to have the worst record in NBA history. As the season wore down, and Mashburn and Davis were dealt away, the youth of New Orleans started to play well. Now with David West and Chris Paul on the team, continuity is starting to return …
Cities, States, and Others Step Up Action on Climate, Despite Federal Reluctance
Last year, Pentagon defense adviser Andrew Marshall issued a harsh warning of the consequences of climate change: mass chaos, national security crises and food shortages. If climate change occurs abruptly, the report declared, there could be a catastrophic breakdown in international security. Wars over access to food, water, and energy would likely break out between …
Clear World Cup Favorites Yet to Emerge
While qualifying for the World Cup is already a success for finals debutant Trinidad and Tobago and the Australian Socceroos, who will make their second tournament appearance in Germany, devoted soccer fans in Rio, Amsterdam, Prague, Buenos Aires and Paris will be expecting much more from their national teams. Brazil still tops Brazil have raised …
Chelsea Set to Dominate European Football
There is a new heavyweight force in European football, they are being bankrolled seemingly by the Russian economy, they mean business, and their name is Chelsea F.C. Chelsea Football Club have always been a decent club in the second strata of English clubs. In London alone Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have invariably been ahead of …