NewerTech iFolio – $129.99
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Top 10 Luxury iPad Cases
it’s all about the iPad. Of course, you’ll need a proper case for your expensive tablet. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the best luxury iPad cases available. These aren’t the most expensive iPad cases in the world, but they’ll certainly do in a pinch.
Top 10 Most Expensive iPad Apps
If you have trouble reading this or communicating with natural speech and words, you probably need Touchchat HD. In all seriousness, this iPad app seems like it could be useful tool for communicating with the impaired.
Most Expensive Razor
We found the answer to your razorburn and to the question on your mind: what is the world’s most expensive shave. Some purists contend that only a straight razor can truly create a close shave. With sapphire blades with an edge is less than 100 atoms across, 5000 times thinner than a strand of your hair, the Zafirro may have even the best straight razor beat.
The handle is made out of 99.95% pure iridium, one of the rarest elements present in the earth’s crust. The hexagonal screws used in the razor are 99.95% pure platinum.
Most Expensive Hockey Cards
You may still be asking, what is the world’s most expensive hockey card? While the Gretzky card sold for a staggering amount, two other hockey cards bested the recent sale.
A mint graded 1911-12 Imperial Tobacco Georges Vezina hockey rookie card sold for $100,000 in April, 2007. Vezina was a legendaly goalie playing for the Montreal Canadiens.
Most Expensive Vacuum
Enter the cleaner in the world: The Crystal Ergoripado by Electrolux. Created in 2009 by Polish Fashion designer Lukasz Jemiol, the vacuum was commissioned to commemorate Electrolux’s popular Ergoripado model. The limited edition black and white version of this model was chosen to be adorned head to toe with 3,730 Swarovski crystals. Electrolux lovingly states
Most Expensive Pigeon
rats with wings’. Each society has their own set of rules when it comes to the ranking and treatment of different animals, so it comes as no surprise that the storied past time of pigeon racing, currently gaining popularity in China, has yet to catch on in the US.
New York Times Hit Piece Shows Issa Is Now a Target
Doug Heye By Doug Heye Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
Rep. Darrell Issa's strident criticisms of the Obama administration and his steady presence on cable news over the past few years have put him in the spotlight. Now, with the gavel of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform where he leads multiple investigations of the Obama administration, Issa has become a target.
Which makes the 2,700 word piece critical of California Rep. Darrell Issa in Monday's New York Times—"A Businessman in Congress, Helping His District, Himself"—hardly surprising.
In devoting so many column inches to Issa, the New York Times, doing work no doubt pleasing to the Obama administration and House Democrats, is on the attack. Insinuation after insinuation is lobbed: the congressman has started businesses and bought buildings while using his position as a member of Congress, the article alleges, for his personal benefit.
Bizarrely, the article even notes Issa's attendance the Consumer Electronics Association annual convention in Las Vegas, an event attended by countless members of Congress—Democratic and Republican—over the years.
Is Ron Paul a Fringe Candidate?
After the Ames poll, pundits and the media pay little attention to Ron Paul's second place By Mallie Jane Kim Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
Texas Rep. Ron Paul's 2012 supporters are balking at the little attention the candidate received since his second place finish at the Ames Straw Poll.
Pundits and the news media (including U.S. News) have paid little attention to Paul's performance, and comedian Jon Stewart took cable news reporters to task for blatantly skipping over Paul or even joking about how they weren't interested in footage of him.
Paul fans are notoriously intense in their support for the Texas congressman and his libertarian ideals. Read any online article that references Paul—or fails to reference Paul—and you'll see a string of comments defending him against what they see as a media bias or attempt to sideline their candidate.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Scientists Highlight Link Between Stress and Appetite
New mechanism could help determine why stress may be a contributor to obesity Posted: August 16, 2011 Print Related News Health Buzz: Working Long Hours Could Increase Heart Disease Risk Less Stress, Better Sleep May Help You Lose Weight Health Buzz: Nearly 15 Million Americans Are Caring for Someone With Alzheimer's Health Buzz: Early Menopause Symptoms Could Mean Better Heart Health Health Buzz: College Freshmen Report Record-High Stress
Getting a Good Deal on Investment Property
By Zillow Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
Investment returns in real estate are really comprised of two pieces: operating positive cash flows and long-term appreciation. However, in today’s world, even though it probably will come, we cannot count upon and should not consider long term appreciation of real estate. That leaves positive operating cash flows as our primary source of investment return. Let’s call this: “earning money the old fashioned way.”
U.S. Higher Education Glossary
International students: Your search for the best U.S. university for you starts here. By Anita Narayan Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Get Rave Reviews from Your Boss
Alison Green
Becoming your boss’s favorite isn’t about sucking up; it’s about consistently displaying work habits any boss will love.
Here are 10 habits that will earn rave reviews from your boss:
1. Have your act together. Stay on top of things, ensure your boss only has to tell you something once, don’t let things fall through the cracks, and generally be someone she can rely on.
2. Show your boss that she doesn’t need to follow up with you. When she assigns you work, it will either get handled or you’ll circle back to her for any follow-up needed. Give her the peace of mind of knowing that if she talks to you about it, she won’t need to remind you about it.
5 Ways to Gauge Investment Risk
Doug Lockwood
Investors concerned about market volatility should examine their investment choices from all angles when constructing a portfolio, evaluating not only return, but risk too.
There are a variety of risk measures that may come in handy. Of course, these numbers don't tell the whole story, but they may help you determine whether owning a particular investment meshes with your personal risk tolerance. You and your financial adviser may want to review the following risk measures:
Consider a Joint M.D. Degree
By Veritas Prep Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Becoming a physician is a long and transformative process that will enable you to intervene meaningfully in the lives of others. Many aspiring physicians have a variety of interests and abilities; these abilities, combined with the analytical skills and long hours of training required to obtain an M.D. or D.O. (doctor of osteopathic medicine) degree, are transferable to a host of other fields.
Combining the M.D. with another degree, such as a Ph.D., M.B.A., M.P.H. (master of public health), or M.P.A. (master of public administration), can greatly enhance your career options and impact. However, pursuing a joint degree is a significant undertaking, and preparation is key. Here are the three most common joint degree offerings; consider whether they're right for you and the impact on the application process:
• M.D./Ph.D.: This is arguably the most established (and arduous) of the joint degree paths. Applying for an M.D./Ph.D. is not a last-minute decision; a demonstrated research track record, stellar grades, and exceptional MCAT scores are the norm for most M.D./Ph.D. candidates (particularly Medical Scientist Training Program participants).
The M.D./Ph.D. is designed for aspiring physician scientists who intend to dedicate at least part of their career to conducting research. Many M.D./Ph.D. graduates become research and/or clinical faculty at academic medical centers. However, the balance of clinical and research responsibilities is highly variable, with some practicing medicine full time and others not completing a clinical residency.
If you designate M.D./Ph.D. programs on your AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service) application you are required to write two additional essays; an M.D./Ph.D. essay (3,000 characters) highlighting your reasons for applying; and a significant research experience essay (10,000 characters). It is expected that you will have outstanding letters of recommendation from your research preceptors, so plan ahead!
The Best College? The One That Values You
By Peter Van Buskirk Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
During the month of college ranking sweepstakes, it is important to remain focused on the factors that will give you the best opportunity to achieve your educational goals. "Fit," more than rankings, rhetoric, or the emotional logic that is bound to emerge, is the greatest determinant of success in both gaining admission and completing the degree requirements at a given college or university.
The best college for you, then, will be the one that fits you best. It will be a place that:
• Offers the course of study you want to pursue—and will provide opportunities for you to explore if you are undecided;
• Provides instruction and learning opportunities in a manner that is compatible with the way you like to learn;
• Is a good match for your level of ability and academic preparation; and
• Provides a community that feels like home
An Emerging Pacific Coast Retirement Spot
By Kathleen Peddicord Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Until just a few years ago, the western-facing coast of Panama’s Azuero Peninsula, which boasts some of the most beautiful and pristine beaches you’ll find anywhere in the world, was difficult to access by car and, therefore, virtually unexplored. But this is changing.
Obama Takes to the Road
By Kenneth T. Walsh Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
President Obama hits the road today in what his aides bill as something of a comeback tour.
White House officials have high hopes that his bus trip through the Midwest will show that he cares about everyday people, demonstrate that he hasn't been captured by special interests in Washington and renew confidence in his leadership. Obama has endured an extended period of bad news in recent weeks, such as a long-term slide in the stock market, the downgrading of the government's credit rating, escalating casualties in the Afghanistan war and declining job-approval ratings in the polls. His aides say Obama is eager to get out of Washington and "re-connect" with Middle America.
White House advisers say Obama shares the American public's deep concern about the economy but he has been unable to communicate his feelings effectively because he has been tied up in Washington dealing with the debt crisis and budget negotiations. Now that's about to change.
10 Cities Where You Can Buy a House for Under $150,000
Cities hit hard by foreclosures make for large inventories of cheap homes By Danielle Kurtzleben Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Housing remains one of the biggest drags on the national economy, with housing prices continuing to slide in many large metro areas as overloaded inventories clog the market. This makes for dozens of U.S. cities where homes can be bought for low prices—often $150,000 or less.
According to U.S. News analysis of data from the National Association of Realtors and the U.S. Census Bureau, many of the metropolitan areas where homes are the most affordable are also cities that have been hardest-hit by foreclosures, like Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Atlanta. In these cities, home prices are low, and median incomes are substantial enough to make home-buying affordable, even attractive.
British Government Would Be Wrong to Curtail Facebook, Twitter
Susan Milligan By Susan Milligan Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Social media has been rightly credited with helping to organize democratic movements in the Middle East and elsewhere. But like any technology or information source, social media can be used for destructive ends. Unfortunately, officials here and abroad are responding in a stunningly heavy-handed manner that suggests democracy may be in trouble closer to home.
British Prime Minister David Cameron, under fire for the nation's inability to quell the riots in London and elsewhere, has told Parliament he wants the government to consider banning some people from using Facebook and Twitter if they are thought to be using them to plot criminal activity. Cameron's frustration is understandable, and social media sites like Facebook and Twitter indeed give hooligans—along with democracy activists—an efficient way or organizing people. But the proposed crackdown is alarming, amounting to a preemptive denial of free speech and association prized in an open society.
Seniors Are Saying No to High Tech
By Philip Moeller Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
The digital revolution may be changing the way we live and work. But large numbers of older Americans are not going online, using smartphones, or even participating in the benefits of electronic healthcare tools specifically designed to help them.
The costs of not participating in electronic communications are growing. Government and the private sector are shifting to online tools as their dominant form of public communication. It saves time and money, and provides more responsive public services. But surveys of Internet and technology use show that many, if not most, older consumers are bypassed with online communication.
A Long and Winding Road for the GOP
By Kenneth T. Walsh Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
The entry of Texas Governor Rick Perry into the Republican's presidential race, coupled with the victory of MIchele Bachmann in the Ames, Iowa straw poll and Mitt Romney's strength in New Hampshire and elsewhere, have suddenly turned the GOP campaign into a three-way race. And it's likely to stay that way for a long time.
GOP insiders say that's partly because of one factor that has been largely ignored in the analysis. It's that the caucuses and primaries held before April 1 will allot delegates proportionally, rather than winner-take-all. This system was designed by GOP leaders to prevent an untested candidate from locking up the nomination too early with a series of winner-take-all victories. But the concern among some party insiders now is that the new rules are likely to prolong the race longer than party leaders expected. At this point, it looks like no candidate is likely to dominate the process, and the outcome could be a lengthy and divisive series of battles in which the nomination fight is waged state by state well into the spring. This could result in disunity and a depletion of party resources.
Surviving Sex With Black Widows
Research indicates that male black widow spiders prefer well-nourished females Posted: August 15, 2011 Print Related News Seals Mating at Sea Give Beachmaster the Slip Scientists Induce Hibernation in Squirrels Discovery Places Turtles Next To Lizards On Family Tree River Turtle’s Genes Reveal Influence of Maya Indians Researchers Recover 25-Foot Giant Squid
Tim Pawlenty’s Fatal Flaw Is Rick Perry’s Strength
Scott Galupo By Scott Galupo Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
The rapid demise of former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty recalled the wisdom of Lincoln-via-Jesus: A house divided against itself can't stand.
Pawlenty sought above all to position himself as a pragmatic, results-oriented, problem-solving former executive of a blue state. But the more firmly-established former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney boasts the identical credential—this in addition to his private-sector experience.
So he tried to differentiate himself by outflanking Romney's right, first with a fumbling attack on the latter's healthcare record (the infamous "Obamneycare" contretemps) and next with a laugher of an economic proposal.
As my friend Amy Gardner of the Washington Post reports, Pawlenty's "Mr. Conservative" reboot was an utter flop: "It wasn't who he was, supporters said, and so he either came across forced or he hesitated so much that he left the opposite impression than he intended."
One Move Could Boost Your Retirement Security
Moving to a more affordable neighborhood could rescue your retirement finances By Emily Brandon Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
The Case Against Rick Perry
By Kenneth T. Walsh Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Now that he's entered the Republican presidential race, Texas Governor Rick Perry is a big target for Democrats and for his GOP rivals. Here are five avenues of attack that his critics will use against him:
1. Perry's economic record. Perry says he is the best job creator in the race and that low-tax, low-regulation Texas created about 40 percent of all the new jobs generated in the United States over the past two years (even though Texas has only 10 percent of the U.S. population). His critics challenge that. Their line of attack is that Texas has benefited from the federal government's expansion of the military and also from the expansion of the oil industry, which was due to international and national factors, not Perry's policies. "It is way overblown to suggest that the job creation in Texas is squarely on the shoulders of
Health Buzz: Autism Runs Deep in Families
By Angela Haupt Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Risk of Autism in Siblings Higher Than Thought
Kids with an older autistic sibling are more likely to develop the condition than experts previously believed. Past research suggested children had a 3 to 10 percent chance of being diagnosed with the developmental disorder if they had an older sibling with autism. But those estimates were based on a small number of families and an outdated definition of autism. A new study puts the risk at 19 percent; 32 percent if a child has more than one older sibling with the disorder, according to a study published today in Pediatrics. The findings are based on an analysis of 664 infants across the United States and Canada who had at least one older brother or sister with autism. "It's the first thing families ask: How likely is this to happen again?" study author Sally Ozonoff of the University of California—Davis told NPR. "We are able to supply some answers. This should mean there is more careful monitoring and screening beyond the usual questions at a normal well-child visit. Drilling down into the things that we know are early signs of autism—interest in people, responding to their name, responding to other people, smiling at other people." Closer screening of younger siblings will hopefully lead to earlier diagnoses and better outcomes; treatment is most likely to work if it's started early.
Fighting the Autism-Vaccine WarAutism Called Urgent Public Health Concern4 Promising Autism Treatments, From Vitamin B12 to Alzheimer's Drug Namenda
Medicine hasn't come up with a cure for autism, the often-devastating developmental disorder that now affects 1 in 150 children, and one big reason is that doctors don't yet know what causes it. Parents frustrated by the lack of options often turn to the Internet for help, where dozens of medical and behavioral treatments are promoted.
Unfortunately, most of the treatments out there have not been tested to find out if they work, making it tough for parents to figure out what might help, U.S. News reported in 2009. Those that have been rigorously tested so far have failed to measure up. That includes secretin, a hormone affecting liver and pancreas function that was popular until a 2003 trial found it did nothing to alleviate symptoms.
Yet treatments for autism do exist. Those proven to work include structured behavioral interventions that teach children social and language skills, as well as medications that reduce disabling symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and gastrointestinal disorders. Increasingly, researchers are looking at autism as a "state" that could be changed rather than a "trait," according to Martha Herbert, a pediatric neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. And researchers are starting to rigorously test other potential treatments, including methyl vitamin B12 and an Alzheimer's drug known as Namenda.
How One Travel Blogger Funds Her Adventures
By Kimberly Palmer Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
How would you like to start a blog, watch it balloon in popularity, and then leave your job to return to school, using the blog’s income as a financial cushion? It sounds like every blogger’s fantasy, but Amanda Williams, a 24-year-old journalist based in Ohio, found a way to make it work. Her blog, A Dangerous Business, documents her traveling adventures from China to New Zealand. She recently left her job to travel across the country before she returns to school this fall to study hospitality and tourism. We spoke with Williams about how she turned her hobby into a money maker. Excerpts:
6 Ways Lack of Sleep is Costing You a Fortune
By Wise Bread Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Sleep deprivation is never a fun thing to deal with. Feeling groggy when going about your day can make it less enjoyable and productive. But being sleep deprived can also be a drain on your bank account. (See also: 5 Effective Sleep Tips You Haven’t Tried.)
Can Romney Beat Bachmann or Perry?
Can Romney get the GOP nomination without the social conservative vote? By Tierney Sneed Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
Iowa was the place to be this weekend for GOP 2012 contenders. Saturday, the Ames Straw Poll brought in many candidates’ most ardent backers to mingle with campaigns and show their support in a vote. Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann won the nonbinding poll, pushing former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty out of the race and affirming her status in the top tier of candidates. As she was driving Pawlenty from the race, Texas Gov. Rick Perry was entering it. After making the official announcement in South Carolina Saturday, Perry joined his Republican competition in Iowa speaking at a party fundraising event in Bachmann’s hometown of Waterloo on Sunday. Bachmann was also in attendance but the two candidates for the most part ignored each other.
Rick Perry Entry, Ames Straw Poll Make GOP Field Competitive
Peter Roff By Peter Roff Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
The Republican presidential field shifted over the weekend, making for a much more competitive race.
U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann's convincing win in the Iowa Straw Poll cemented her status as a serious candidate for president. Up to now she has been polling well but there were those who attributed this to some kind of fluke. Her victory at Ames showed she can, in fact, put boots on the ground and get people to turn out to support her.
That's the good news. And it means she will be able to attract even more volunteers and raise more money going forward. The bad news is that it means she will now be subject to closer scrutiny by the media and from her opponents in the primary. Having proven she can run with "the big dogs" she will now be treated like one.
4 Economic Indicators to Watch This Week
Housing numbers and jobless claims could shed light on recovery's strength By Danielle Kurtzleben Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
If recent weeks have proven anything, it's that the only thing predictable about the U.S. economy right now is its unpredictability. The slightest bit of encouraging or troubling news sends the Dow Jones Industrial Average spiking or falling by hundreds of points. This month, the Standard & Poors volatility index hit its highest point in more than two years. Of course, stock market indexes only provide a highly reactive glimpse into economic developments. Here are four trends that indicators could reinforce, thereby providing a broader snapshot of the economy this week:
Perry, Bachmann, Romney Separate Themselves From 2012 GOP Pack
Five things the weekend revealed about the Republican candidates' race toward 2012 By Mallie Jane Kim Posted: August 15, 2011 Print
In what pundits dubbed the biggest weekend for the 2012 campaign so far, Rep. Michele Bachmann took first prize at the Ames, Iowa, straw poll, former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty bowed out after coming in third, and Texas Gov. Rick Perry officially entered the race as a top-tier candidate. Pawlenty's departure was the only real surprise since few political strategists expected it to come so early, and the weekend served mainly to solidify what primary season will look like.
Here are five things the events revealed about the Republican race:
1. Michele Bachmann is a credible candidate. Her far-right views, extreme religious and social conservatism, and very public bungling of American history made her critics question whether the Minnesota Republican congresswoman had staying power in a presidential election. But her poll numbers crept up as she struck a chord with conservative voters, causing pundits to take a second look.
Before Ames, the biggest question about Bachmann was whether her campaign had the organizational chops to pull off a good result. To succeed in Ames, candidates had to find and inspire supporters from around the state to actually attend the fair and vote. Her win showed she could do that. "It did cement Bachmann's standing in the top tier of candidates," says Republican strategist Jon McHenry, whose firm polls for former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman's presidential campaign. "Whether that lasts beyond the Iowa caucuses remains to be seen, but you can't just dismiss her out of hand at this point."
Keep Your Ex-Spouse from Ruining Your Credit
Divorce can often lead to money meltdowns, but these strategies can help minimize the fallout By Kimberly Palmer Posted: August 16, 2011 Print Related Articles The Worst States for Millionaires 10 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2011 A Financial Checklist for 30-Somethings Can I Afford a House, Car, and Vacation?
Divorce can wreak havoc on a person's finances, especially if it involves dealing with formerly shared assets, debts, and credit cards. As Candace Bahr, co-founder of the nonprofit Women's Institute for Financial Education, puts it, "No matter how much money you get, you have half the income and half the assets you had previously," because the income is now spread over two households instead of one.
Law Firm Insider: 8/16/11
By U.S. News Staff Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
This week, the National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Bar Association released a list of the 40 best LGBT lawyers under the age of 40.
Baker Botts named Mark Whitaker the head of its International Trade Commission practice.
Goodwin Procter hired former Foley & Lardner lawyer Chad Fuller to work in the firm's litigation group in its San Diego office.
Dykema hired John Thomas and Terri Resikin to work in the firm's litigation department. Both lawyers will work on cases dealing with the automotive industry.
Cooley hired Thomas Mason, former chair of the government contracts law group at Williams Mullen. The firm also hired an intellectual property team from Seattle-based Seed Intellectual Property Law Group. The team, made up of Bill Christiansen, Emily Wagner, and Carol Laherty, will work on life sciences cases.
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough rehired Matt Bogan after he finished up a clerkship with the U.S. district court in South Carolina. On Sept. 9, the firm is offering to write free wills for disaster first responders at its Columbia, S.C. office. The event is being held in commemoration of first responders who died in the aftermath of 9/11.
Perkins Coie hired former Latham & Watkins litigation partner Charles Samel.
The American Bar Association appointed Covington & Burling partner Ellen Flannery to the association's standing committee on the federal judiciary. The association also named Covington & Burling partner William Paul to head its tax section.
Winston & Strawn rehired Robert Berger to work in its litigation practice after he spent time as the director of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.
Loeb & Loeb hired Peter Seiden and Bryan Petkanics to work in its commercial finance practice in its New York office. In Chicago, the firm hired Erik Chalut to work in its bankruptcy practice.
Fragomen, the world's largest immigration-focused law firm, announced that it will acquire CMS Cameron McKenna's United Kingdom immigration practice.
Does your firm have a recent notable achievement, new hires, or an upcoming special event? E-mail us at lawfirminsider
Montana Becomes First State to Receive ‘No Child’ Waiver
By Jason Koebler Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
Yesterday, Montana became the first state to receive a No Child Left Behind (NCLB) waiver, meaning the state will still receive federal education funding despite many of its schools consistently missing benchmarks set by the law, which requires students in the public education system to be "proficient" in reading and math.
Obama and Duncan have spent much of the past 18 months asking Congress to revamp the law, which was authorized by President George W. Bush in 2001. The law has been up for renewal and an overhaul since 2007. In March 2011, Duncan said that up to 82 percent of all public schools could miss benchmarks set by the law, and that a new, more reasonable law needed to be implemented.
Tips for Breaking Up With a Job
Andrew G. Rosen
Breaking up is never easy to do. Whether you're a 15-year-old boy who’s too scared to confront an emotionally-charged girl, or an adult suffering in a dead-end marriage, mustering up the courage and self-respect to make a change and improve your life is not always easy.
Leaving a job is difficult too.
There's the time you have invested; the fear of change; established relationships; a change in pay and benefits; and so on. In fact, when you add it all up, it's amazing that anyone makes the leap.
Leave a job with the same dignity and openness that you would exit any relationship. Expect feelings to be hurt. But if you have a plan and follow these tips, you’ll feel good about the break up:
Wounds will heal. You probably couldn't be happier to be moving on to a new job. But whatever it was that led you to leave, a screaming boss or smelly office, it will fade. Over time you will learn to let go of the anger associated with the job. You might never wonder why you left, but I can almost guarantee the feelings—especially the negative ones—will fade over time. Try to leave the burden of the job at its doorstep.
10 Colleges With Highest Freshman Retention Rates
These schools have the highest percentage of first-year students returning to campus the following year. By Ryan Lytle Posted: August 16, 2011 Print Related Articles Top 10 Colleges For Campus Housing Business Schools That Receive the Most Applications 10 Universities With the Smallest Classes Where the Fortune 500 CEOs Went to College 10 Business Schools That Receive the Most Full-Time Applications
When prospective college students begin looking for their future homes, one statistic they may want to evaluate is a school's freshman retention rate. This information—how many first-year students return to campus the following year—can be an important indicator in determining whether freshmen are satisfied with their experience at a particular school.
Among the 1,303 institutions that offered freshman retention rate data to U.S. News, the average retention rate is roughly 75 percent. The data provided in a 2010 survey of schools is a four-year average that covers freshmen entering college from fall 2005 through fall 2008 who returned to school the following fall. According to the data, 137 schools had a retention rate of at least 90 percent during that time period.
5 Points to Remember When the Market is Volatile
Adam Bold
In the last few weeks, the stock market's declines have been remarkable. Fear and uncertainty have taken over, and investors haven't been placing much faith in economic fundamentals. Though no one can accurately predict the future, we're close to a bottom rather than this being the start of a bear market. Here are some things to remember when the market is going crazy:
Outside factors affect the stock market. Ultimately, economic fundamentals drive stock prices. This summer, investors have been worried about the U.S. government defaulting on its debt, along with the ongoing financial problems in the eurozone. Last summer, other events haunted the market, including the the BP oil spill and rioting in Greece.
Barcodes Refocus Understanding of Ecosystems
A DNA tool provides a high-resolution view of biodiversity and ecological processes Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
Social Contacts Help Men, Not Women, in Job Market
New study finds that work experience doesn’t improve women’s chances of finding a job through social contacts Posted: August 16, 2011 Print Related News Recommendation Letters May Be Costing Women Jobs, Promotions Business Schools Hope to Shatter Sturdy Glass Ceiling Health Buzz: Breast-fed Boys Score Higher on Tests, Study Shows How Rick Perry Created Jobs in Texas 4 Economic Indicators to Watch This Week
The Case For Rick Perry
By Kenneth T. Walsh Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
Yesterday, I described the case against Texas Gov. Rick Perry with a list of five arguments being used by his critics. Today, I give the case for Perry with five arguments that his supporters are using to promote his presidential candidacy.
1. Economic record. In the past two years, about 40 percent of all the new jobs created in the United States were in Texas, even though the state has only 10 percent of the nation's population. Perry says this is because of his policies of low taxes, minimal government regulation and the creation of a business-friendly environment. Texas has an unemployment rate of 8.2 percent compared with 9.1 percent nationally. The reason this record is so compelling, and so worrisome for Democrats, is that unemployment and the economy are the top concerns of voters, and many don't think President Obama has done a good job addressing them.
Can You Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
By Tom Sightings Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
If you’re like me, every time you forget your keys or the name of a favorite actor playing in an old movie, you start worrying that you’re starting down the long slide to dementia, if not Alzheimer’s disease.
Investigation into Bin Laden Movie Is About 2012
Susan Milligan By Susan Milligan Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
The 2012 campaign is now in full force. And it's not because there have been several GOP primary debates, or that a Republican candidate has already dropped out of the race, or even because President Obama has interrupted his can't-we-all-act-like-adults bit to criticize Congress.
It's because a congressman has called for an investigation into a Hollywood movie.
Kathryn Bigelow and Mark Boal, the director and screenwriter who made the Academy Award-winning film The Hurt Locker, are now at work on a movie about Osama bin Laden. This is not only understandable but predictable. Hollywood is in business to make money, and while Bigelow and Boal are surely many levels above the filmmakers who produce movies with men acting like frat boys and grown women paralyzed by inexplicable insecurity, this movie will certainly draw a crowd. But what House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Peter King worries about is that the Obama administration is providing the filmmakers with classified information to help them make the film.
White House spokesman Jay Carney dismissed the concerns as "ridiculous," and while we can't know for sure, it does seem a little silly. The military operation itself required intense secrecy and protection of classified information to be successful. Why release classified information now? And why would the filmmakers need classified information? We know how it started, and we know how it ended—with bin Laden shot by a U.S. Navy SEAL. That's a pretty good movie right there, and one Americans exhausted by the toll of two wars and a recession will likely flock to see.
How Rick Perry Created Jobs in Texas
By Rick Newman Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
It sounds like an outsized Texas boast, but the numbers support Rick Perry when he claims that Texas has created more than one-third of the jobs in the United States since the economic recovery began in 2009.
There's an important caveat, however, that the Texas governor is unlikely to volunteer: Virtually all of those new jobs are in the government sector, not in private enterprise.
Clinton Wants Fat Kids to Diet, Exercise
Eddie Shapes Up
Bill Clinton, who rarely turned down a Big Mac, barbeque from Shuggs in Little Rock, Ark., or a slice of White House cake, has joined the crusade to put fat kids on a diet and a treadmill.
Health Buzz: To Live Longer, Get 15 Minutes of Daily Exercise
By Angela Haupt Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
Just 15 Minutes of Daily Exercise May Add 3 Years to Life
A little bit of exercise could lengthen your life, new research suggests. Getting just 15 minutes of daily physical activity increases life expectancy by about three years, according to a study published Monday in the Lancet. The findings come from observational data on more than 400,000 people in Taiwan who reported their weekly exercise habits for eight years. Those who logged 15 minutes of daily exercise were 14 percent less likely to die of any cause and 10 percent less likely to die of cancer during the study period, compared with their sedentary peers. Each additional 15 minutes cut the risk of death by another 4 percent and the risk of cancer death by 1 percent, Bloomberg reports. "This advice is very simple and probably easily achievable," wrote Anil Nigam and Martin Juneau, researchers at the Montreal Heart Institute, in an editorial accompanying the study. "Governments and health professionals both have major roles to play to spread this good news story and convince people of the importance of being at least minimally active."
5 Mind-Blowing Benefits of Exercise10 Excuses for Not Exercising, and Why They Won't Fly5 Cheap Alternatives to Hiring a Personal Trainer
If you can't afford a personal trainer—or don't want one—there are a number of exercise and nutrition resources available on the Internet. For some, the convenience and social support of surfing for fitness guidance online can make it just as effective as working with a trainer in person, fitness blogger Chelsea Bush writes for U.S. News. Here's a guide for how to use (and not to use) today's top online fitness tools.
1. Social Media. Benefits: Social networks like Facebook and Twitter make it easy to get quick fitness tips and news updates, and connect with peers who can offer support and accountability as you work toward your goals. "People tend to stay with a program if they feel part of a community, and social media is the perfect vehicle for establishing this," says New York-based trainer Robert Brace. You can "check in" at the gym on Foursquare, a smart phone app that posts your whereabouts to your Facebook and Twitter profiles. Or you can tweet pictures of the healthy salad you made for lunch via apps like Flickr and Twitpic. With devices like the Nike
Obama Needs a Serious Jobs Agenda
Jamie Stiehm By Jamie Stiehm Posted: August 16, 2011 Print
There's a phrase the Wordmeister-in-Chief should use more often. The first word is J-O-B-S, plural, followed by an action word: agenda, program, plan or even creation. President Obama still seems reluctant to confront the plague of his presidency: joblessness. Extending unemployment benefits or the payroll tax cut don't cut it as a serious jobs agenda.
Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney, for one, is doing just the opposite, pitching voters with "a one-word vocabulary. All he says is 'jobs,'" Democratic strategist Tad Devine told The Washington Post. Devine, a strategist for the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, added that Romney has "really cleaned up his act." If a Republican challenger can seize that FDR/New Deal ground from a Democratic president, then the irony will run rich indeed.
Are Your Skills Really Transferable?
Tim Tyrell-Smith
If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a thousand times. You, the job seeker, announce with confidence: “I can do the job. I know I can. I just need someone to give me a chance.”
But in a tough economy full of qualified job seekers, skills don’t need to transfer. That’s because there are plenty of well-trained people with the right company background, certifications, and experience to meet and exceed the job requirements.
Those candidates don’t need training. There’s no delay in the new person’s affect on the department, and no risk for the hiring manager.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)