- Prosperity Paradigm, Part 1: Planet And People First, Then Profit By:-Sky Sheridan
The (economic) crisis is a crisis in consciousness, the crisis that cannot anymore accept the old norms, the old patterns, the ancient traditions and considering what the world is now, with all the misery, conflict, destructive brutality, aggression and so on Man is still as he was, is still brutal, violent, aggressive, acquisitive, competitive and he has built a society along these lines
- Emergency Foods Preparedness With Mountain House Freeze Dried Foods By:-Elizabeth Bennett
In looking back at the lives of my parents and grandparents, I remember seeing a lifestyle of food cellars where they stocked up and stored food in case of an emergency, or to get them through a hard winter Though that tradition was slowly vanishing for many years, it is now being renewed more than ever, due to all the environmental & economic challenges we are seeing around us
- Wave Generators- Power From the Sea By:-Gregory Colvin
Anyone who has played in the ocean surf or experienced the current of a river, felt the tug of outgoing or incoming surf, recognizes that there is energy contained in moving bodies of water Harnessing that energy to create electricity has been in third position, behind solar and wind, as a source of alternative energy
- Security Holograms and Fake Goods By:-Mark Trumper
The flood of counterfeit goods into the United States from the Far East, and especially China and India, has reached all time highs and is creating significant economic damage at home This incredibly damaging, criminal activity is spurring the development of IP protective measures, such as security holograms
- Paper Products and Green Living By:-David Kraft
Some of the environmental issues that arise from paper production and disposal include the pollution of air and water, high energy use, large landfill requirements and deforestation To keep the impact on the environment to a minimum we need to change the ways in which we view paper products and begin to reuse and recycle these produces more in an environmentally safe manner
- Energy 4 Earth By:-Peterslove
Energy 4 Earth - What Is this
Energy 4 Earth is a homemade energy program that is taking the internet by storm
- Recycle and Get Green By:-Janet Davis
Blue disposal bins, catchy three-word slogans, signs asking users to separate green glass from clear glass, 'paper or cardboard only' disposal receptacles - these are just a few of the visible signs of the modern recycling movement Recycling has been a major issue since human beings first started forming organized societies
- Pros and Cons of Solar Energy: Revealed By:-Jim Martin
Discover how solar energy can be used to benefit all those who are aware of the hidden potential of this powerful energy source
Understanding solar energy and how it is generated
The earth receives solar energy from that resplendent ball of fire in the sky known as the sun
- Alternative Energy Sources to Help You Go Green By:-Ruth Ullmann
The need for alternative energy sources is nothing new but in this present time, the need is urgent on a global level People and governments are reeling from the impact of the startling rise in energy costs and alarmed at the many dangers posed by environmental problems
- Administration of the Buddhist Order of Thailand By:-Arjanyai
For centuries, ever since Buddhism was introduced into the country, the Sangha or the Buddhist monastic order has been one of the nation’s greatest institutions Under royal patronage of all the kings and with the support of the Government and the people, it has even possessed the right to govern itself
- Readiness & Survival in an Uncertain World: 3 Things You Can Do to Prepare Right Now! (Part 2) By:-Kevin Baum
What will be the synergistic effect of these five trends as they begin to collide -- Population Growth, Global Warming, Doomsday Predictions, Technological Interdependence, and Economic Collapse Imagine an overpopulated planet suffering from dramatic and unpredictable weather, fighting for scarce resources in what is likely to be the worst economic crisis in history, with millions of people looking around the corner expectantly for the apocalypse, all the while depending on outside technologies and institutions for personal survival
- The Looming Afghanistan Disaster By:-Chris Olt
Their Drive-by-Media, have largely swept this administration's multitude of failures and gaffes under the rug God help us, but all this may be about to change and the sheer incompetence with which Obama and his administration is stumbling through history could possibly and tragically crash down on us like a zillion tons of bricks and American blood
- Learn From History - The Anatomy of an Economic Meltdown By:-Arlo Mooney
Over the last couple years, many consumers were burned badly by the state of the economy and the failing of many of the banks people have relied upon for generations
At the beginning of 2007, the United States had five investment banks, through which a lot of investment transactions occurred
- Occupation of Japan By:-Alan F.
Finally I was at the headquarters of the occupation located in Zama, Japan, for assignment I was interrogated by officers of the 8th Army and the 1st Cavalry division
- Free Energy By:-Doug Wilson
All energy is free
It takes a lot of work to keep people in a state of confusion It is only possible if you work at it all day everyday year after year
- Could a Depression Cause a Secession? By:-Kurt Hartman
Barak Obama made an interesting choice recently: To take the oath of office on Abraham Lincoln's bible This was not an unthoughtful gesture, but rather than a window into how President Obama wants to be viewed
- How to Reduce Light Pollution By:-Beverly Saltonstall
More and more research about the negative effect light pollution has on humans and wildlife is coming to light (pun intended) As the population of the planet increases, so does the amount of homes, businesses, parking lots, schools, airports and roadways
- Alternative Energy Consultants By:-Paul Moss
Consultants on alternative energies have predicted that shifting from an economy reigned by petroleum fuels to an economy based on alternative fuels will not be that easy Even so, the amounts of novel technologies that are constantly changing have had a definite impact so far on how we perceive economy to be
- Alternative Energy Usage in Ireland By:-Paul Moss
Ireland is pursuing energy independence by trying to develop to a larger extent the usage of alternative energy; one must take into consideration the fact that Ireland benefits from a robust economy, allowing it to research and develop resource encompassing alternative energies During modern days, almost ninety percent of the energy needs are accomplished by importation, from the energy that has become imported
- Nuclear Power - The Solution to Alternative Energy? By:-Paul Moss
Researchers see atom power as a future solution to the problem of developing high efficiently and relatively low cost alternative energy to suit the growing energetic demands of the population on earth With the scarce resources that we have, the atom power is infinite and it is generated from one single, tiny atom
- What You Need To Know About Globalization By:-Andrew Leone
If we were to go out on the streets in any major city and ask people to explain what globalization is and how it affects people in a “Jay Leno” type manner we would probably arrive with many different answers Why is this
- Man-Made Climate Change - Fact Or Fiction? By:-Gareth Black
In the past dozen years or so a major controversy has developed through out the world about changes that are supposedly taking place with the earth's climate There is a large body of opinion that believes the earth's temperature is getting warmer due to the increase in greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide (CO2), caused by the burning of fossil fuels and increasing industrial activity, and unless governments take action to remedy the situation then mankind is in serious trouble
- The Battle of Vienna - 1683 By:-Markus Jong
Summer in Vienna is hot and humid As July, 1683 began, Hapsburg Archduke Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor, had retreated to his estate at Perchtoldsdorf to escape the oppressive heat of the city
- It May Sound Strange But Al-Qaeda and Neocons Were Indeed "Useful" To Each Other! By:-Coddie Adwar
Before the September 11 attacks, Washington's Neo-cons had waited in frustrated hope for an event that would serve as the excuse needed to enable them to rouse public support for a war against Iraq and other "rogue states" where they were sure American power could easily dispatch Their project for the New American century proposed to remake the oil-rich-Middle-East in America's image
- The Introduction of the Prudential of London By:-Sarah Martin
It is a matter of record that both President Dryden of the Prudential and President Knapp of the Metropolitan were close students of the Prudential of London Both went to London and witnessed the functioning of the business at first hand
- Climate Change and a Convenient Untruth - Part 5 By:-Gareth Black
Is Australia's present drought a sign of global warming
In our examination of the international controversy that is climate change and global warming, we've looked at the positions of both parties - the Scaremongers who fully support the theory, and the Idealists who want more concrete evidence
- Climate Change and a Convenient Untruth - Part 4 By:-Gareth Black
The theory of man-made climate change is based on mass hysteria not proven facts
In the previous three articles about the world-wide controversy that is global warming, the position of the people who support this theory - the Scaremongers - has been explained and their core arguments commented upon
- Climate Change and a Convenient Untruth - Part 3 By:-Gareth Black
Climate change is an ongoing part of the evolution of Earth
In the two previous parts of this investigation the basic differences between those who support the man-made global warming theory and those who don't has been highlighted It's time now to look at the past history of periods of world-wide climate change
- Climate Change and a Convenient Untruth - Part 2 By:-Gareth Black
A campaign of deception or ignorance
In the first part of our look at the controversial theory of man-made global warming the issues presented by both those who believe in this theory - the Scaremongers - and those who don't - the Idealists - were analyzed and compared
- Tsunami: One of Nature's Most Destructive Forces By:-Gordon Gumpertz
In preparing to write my novel Tsunami, about a fictional undersea volcano on the verge of exploding and sending a monster tsunami smashing into California, I did a great deal of research into the world of natural disasters I leaned heavily on NOAA, USGS, NASA and dozens of library and university sources for my information
- Water From Air...More Precious Than Oil! By:-John Lemon
Globally we have awakening to the serious problems facing the world’s dwindling fresh water supplies Irena Salina’s recent award winning film “Flow” addresses some eye-opening issues regarding our most precious resource
- A Butterfly Prophecy From a Prophet of Doom By:-Kurt Hartman
Here in the USA, we have always been blissfully unaware that our decisions have International implications The war in Iraq, our rhetoric towards Iran, our support of Israel, and now our mortgage market, along with the derivatives thereof, are having the effect of a large boulder being thrown into a glass birdbath
- Why an Online Store is Good for the Environment By:-Michael DeVries
We recently had the experience of “watching” a major department store close one of its locations due to a slump in sales We made frequent visits from the date of the announcement till the day the last customer was allowed in and out of the front doors
- The Ring of Fire: Where Trouble is Born By:-Gordon Gumpertz
The Ring of Fire is a horseshoe-shaped line of volcanoes and deep ocean trenches that runs around the Pacific Rim: from New Zealand up through Tonga, New Guinea, Indonesia, Japan, the Aleutian Island Chain, Alaska, and down the West Coast of Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Central America, finally ending where the southern end of Chile meets Argentina near Cape Horn at the tip of South America
- Global Spa Economy Estimated at $255 Billion Annually By:-Mariet Smart
According to a major report unveiled at the 2008 Global Spa Summit in New York, the global spa economy is estimated to be over $250 billion Prepared by SRI International on behalf of The Global Spa Summit, the first-ever Global Spa Economy Report represents the most comprehensive effort yet to quantify the rapidly expanding global spa industry
- The Perfect Plan for Peace on Earth By:-Stan Coleman
What a wonderful idea to have a commitment to PEACE
Seeking freedom from the world husbandry of man's endless mis-management, stupidity and over heated testosterone activated ego-centric actions
It's a great idea to have a commitment to PEACE I would suggest we take a positive step towards this
- Why Just Go Green? By:-Michael DeVries
It’s in vogue for advertisers to tout their green initiatives from how much paper they’ve saved through online billing and paying systems to recycling, reusing, and replenishing valuable resources
And, certainly I-ShopTheWorld does not question the integrity of this need to preserve the environment
- My Armageddon - Part I By:-RibOne
Prologue
My latest adventure, or should I say mis-adventure, involved rib patrol boats and gunboats mixed in a heady concoction of deceit, death, corruption and desolation It's a story that's still going around and around in my head, and hopefully by setting out my thoughts it will help me come to terms with what must be my experience of a lifetime
- My Armageddon - Part II By:-RibOne
I hope you managed to catch part I But don't worry if you missed it, the rest of the story is the most stirring
- What is Sustainable Development By:-Marcilio David
Sustainable development is a broad concept that refers to meeting the needs of people without hurting the environment The concept covers meeting economic, environmental and social needs of everyone without hurting anyone or anything in the process
- Talks Begin in Cyprus By:-Matt Gammie
Yesterday saw a historic day for the divided island of Cyprus During the last 34 years the island has been split into what effectively count as two separate nations: Cyprus, and the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
- Global Studies on Climate Change By:-David H.
Climate change is an issue that is currently alarming scientists The factors affecting global changes are carefully studied by famous scientists around the globe
- Kyoto Protocol and What it Means By:-Dilip Dahanukar
The UN member countries in a convention held on climate change in Japan, in 1997, agreed to a treaty for controlling the emissions It was named the ‘Kyoto Protocol’ from the name of the place where it was signed
- How the E.U Plans to Combat Global Warming By:-Chris Woolfrey
Climate change and global warming - indeed, how to control them - are becoming more central to politics with every new development Sustainable energy is the method of our times, and government's across the globe are under pressure - from each other, from environmental groups, and from individuals - to implement genuine and successful 'green' policy
- How Could Parents Forget? By:-Johnny Summerton
It's a question that has preoccupied many here in France over the past month, and sadly made the headlines far too often It's also one to which it's difficult to provide an answer
- The Needles UFO Crash: What Really Happened? By:-Bill Knell
On May 14, 2008, an oval object with a turquoise glow fell out of the sky around three o’clock in the morning and crashed west of the Colorado River near Needles, California The crash was almost immediately followed by the appearance of unmarked vehicles with government license plates manned by non-uniformed personnel, a small fleet of transport aircrafts and helicopters including a sky crane which later removed the object
- Indiana UFO Invasion By:-Bill Knell
UFOs being chased by military jets has become a common theme in the USA other the past year In all of these cases the jets almost immediately dropped flairs to cover up what was, obviously, a far more interesting mission
- Parks Protect Amazon in Perul By:-L.S. Sya
Scientists at the Carnegie Institution's Department of Global Ecology studying satellite date have found that only 1 to 2 percent of forest disturbance in the Peruvian Amazon occured in protected areas, which means that land-use and conservation policies have been successful Protected areas are 18 times more effective at reducing deforestatio than unprotected areas
- Cuba to Plant 135 Million Trees By:-L.S. Sya
The UN Environment Program (UNEP) international tree planting campaign, "Plant for the Planet:Billion Tree Campaign", aimed at recovering forests globally has begun garnering support One nation that has embraced the concept is Cuba, which will plant 135 million trees this year to recover forests in the Caribbean country
- Brazil Cerrado Being Destroyed By:-L.S. Sya
The cerrado, a wooded grassland that once spanned 204 million hectares, half the size of Europe, is quickly being changed into croplands to meet rising demand for soybeans, sugarcane, and cattle
According to a Brazilian expert on the savannah ecosystem, the cerrado is now disappearing at a breakneck rate, twice that of the Amazon rainforest
- Sarkozy to Blame For Royal's Break-in? By:-Johnny Summerton
This is a political piece that by its very definition can only be filed under "Strange" on any website
It concerns last year's defeated candidate in the French presidential elections, Ségolène Royal, and her claims that she is paying the price for comments she made recently about the French president, Nicolas Sarkozy
- Sarkozy's "Astonishing" Olympic Announcement By:-Johnny Summerton
So it's official The French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, will be attending the opening of the Olympic games in Beijing,
After a "productive" 30-minute meeting with the Chinese president, Hu Jintao, Sarkozy's office officially released the news on Wednesday that it had already leaked to the French media last Friday
- Coal And Forest Preservation By:-L.S. Sya
The recent conference on global deforestation held in Sydney co hosted by the Australian Ministers for Environment and Foreign Affairs drew a crowd of ministers, officials from all over the world and international development agencies Preservation of natural forests was proven to be of particular interest, especially when it is largely believed that deforestation contributes about 20% of greenhouse gas emissions
- Betancourt's Unsung Hero By:-Johnny Summerton
Since the dramatic rescue last week of 15 hostages held by Colombia's leftist rebel movement the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or Farc, much of this country's attention - if not the world's - has been focused on Ingrid Betancourt
Finally though one of France's leading national daily newspapers, Le Figaro, has caught up with reports that have appeared elsewhere around the globe
- Sarkozy's Union-Bashing Barb By:-Johnny Summerton
Sometimes a politician can believe his or her own spin just a little too much that it leaves many onlookers gasping in disbelief and checking their ears to make sure they've heard correctly
Such has been the case here in France since Saturday when the French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, came up with what surely has to be the most unlikely interpretation of recent events in this country
- How Much is That Alien in the Window? By:-Bill Knell
UFO activist Jeff Peckman teamed up with UFO Experiencer Stan Romanek during a recent press conference to call for a ballot initiative to create an Extraterrestrial Affairs Commission in Denver Peckman believes that the commission will help to prepare the city for extraterrestrial visitations
- The Effects of Global Warming By:-Christophe Catesson
When you hear about the effects of global warming it is important to understand that the effects we are experiencing today are moderate compared to what the future will see if we do not take preventative action Over the next century researchers and environmental professionals are stating that the effects of global warming will continue on a constant inclined curve
- Ad’ Campaign to Promote Sarkozy’s Election Promise By:-Johnny Summerton
The French government has launched a media blitz in an attempt to convince people that it really is winning the battle to increase purchasing power
In the coming weeks the French will be treated to over 1,600 TV commercials as well as Internet advertising and full page spreads in the national and regional daily newspapers
- Sarkozy Starts Visit to Israel By:-Johnny Summerton
The French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, begins a three-day visit to Israel on Sunday in what the press back home is reporting as further proof of an improvement in relations between the two countries
It'll be only the third time a French president has visited Israel, and Sarkozy is likely to have a far more conciliatory tone than his predecessors
- Ferrari to Return as PPDA is Given the Boot By:-Johnny Summerton
One of France’s top news anchors, Patrick Poivre d'Arvor, will bid farewell to viewers this summer and be replaced by the darling of the French media, Laurence Ferrari
PPDA as he is more affectionately known has been a familiar face on prime time news for more than three decades
- Black Powder Guns 101 By:-Dave Text
Gun powder also called black powder, is made of pyrotechnic composition which is an explosive combination of potassium nitrate, charcoal and sulfur that flames quickly and can produce a number of hot solids and gases that can be used as a propellant in fireworks as well as fire arms
Black powder guns are guns that are loaded with black powder
- The Knives Are Out By:-Johnny Summerton
The big guns within the Socialist party here in France are warming up for battle ahead of an election to choose a new leader even though that’s still over six months away
Segolene Royal officially announced her intention to stand last Friday
- The Enemy Of The Night By:-Anthony Arrigo
What is more inspiring than a dark night filled with sparkling stars There’s just something magical about looking into the dark sky and seeing a sky packed with dazzeling stars, it is certainly breath taking
- Five Futures For Pakistan By:-Sohail Inayatullah
In this essay, I outline Five futures for Pakistan: (1) the Pendulum continues forever, (2) Collapse, (3) Joining Chindia, (4) the Great Game, and (5) a South Asian Confederation The most familiar and likely are based on the pendulum of rule by the military and rule by landlord/politicians
- Diamond Minds, Metro Europe - Libya Wants In! By:-Derek Dashwood
When we see and hear leaders of Europe on a British television speak to a delegate from Russia, and from Serbia, we hear of their amazing brilliant thinking. Their minds are beyond beyond those of the man from Russia and the man from Serbia.
- Peak Oil: Get Ready, Its Here By:-David Mark
Rising gas prices, economic uncertainty, and the collapse of the dollar are just some of the signs that a recession is at hand But is this just another recession or a sign of something more disastrous
- A Good Diet Is Essential By:-Sarah BB
A good normal sustainable diet will help you maintain a healthy body balance, give you sustained energy and additional brainpower
Without a good sustainable diet in your life you will find that it will be more difficult to lose weight than not
- Climate Change On Coral Reefs By:-Sarah BB
The Coral reefs that are known and loved the world over are in danger of being killed off by the effects of Climate Change The Coral Reefs are one of the richest places for Biodiversity, but they are also one of the most neglected
- Politics and the Burmese Ruby Boycott By:-Marc Choyt
Jewelers of America, representing 11,000 jewelers, urge a boycott of Burmeserubies. Yet some gem dealers deeply familiar with the situation in Burma claimruby trade is decentralized, and that the boycott hurts the artisanal minersin the pro-democracy movement, not the government. This article considers thepolitics behind the boycott: who it helps and who it hurts.
- Collagen Skin Care By:-Cosmetics Fairy
Collagen has been widely used in cosmetic surgery as a healing aid for burn patients, reconstruction of bone and a wide variety of dental, orthopaedic and surgical purposes Until quite recently Collagen as a beauty treatment has not been widely used for household cosmetic makeup
- Troop Support: Sending Care Packages to Military Personnel By:-Ann Knapp
Nothing says home to deployed military personnel like a care package. Filled with treats, necessities, and greetings, a care package can be a huge morale booster for those far from home - especially during the holidays. "Mail is one of the greatest morale boosters we can give our troops during the holiday," said Postmaster General John E. Potter.
- Ireland Needs More Trees By:-Peter Slevin
Rooted in Ireland is an oak planting project in Drumconwell, which is just outside Armagh city in Ireland The tree site is set on 9 acres of beautiful, lush farmland, overlooking the picturesque and hugely historic Cathedral City
- President Gul of Turkey - An Islamist in Disguise ? By:-Leslie Hardy
The election of Abdullah Gul as President of Turkey on 28 August 2007 is controversial because of his Islamic background. Now that both the Prime Minister and President have religious backgrounds, his election is widely viewed as a threat to the secular ethos of the Turkish State.
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