On June 3, 1943 at the Great Stone Bridge in Moscow a tragedy took place that shocked the political elite of that time and became the starting point of an investigation into other historical and political facts. Nina Umanskaya, the beautiful 14-year-old daughter of the former Soviet ambassador to the USA, was murdered by her classmate and admirer, Volodya Shakhurin, son of the People's Commissar for the Aviation Industry. After that the young man shot himself. Based on a true story, The Stone Bridge resurrects actual historical figures and brings to light official documents ...

Rock Trees: The Beatles connects 1,550 bands to The Beatles using the Six Degrees of Separation Theory first proposed by Frigyes Karinthy. The theory states that everyone in the world can be connected through six levels of connections. That theory is put to test in a limited way in the book The Beatles: Rock Trees. The first book in planned series looks at the Paul McCartney tree. The connections, however, are restricted to band members, and studio musicians/guest artists who played on sang on albums or singles; and by two connections per artist/band (except for Paul ...

Canadian Indie author Rusty Blackwood has announced the release of 'An Evening With Rusty Blackwood - Part 1'. In the video interview she discusses her unique experiences in writing, producing and marketing 'Passions In Paris' and her overall experiences as an independent author. Part 1 is available now. Parts 2 and 3 of the interview will be released soon. Blackwood's romantic fiction novel is a sweeping saga written in the tradition of Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' and 'What Dreams May Come'. It has been compared to Erich Segal's 'Love Story' and Nicholas Sparks' 'The Notebook'. ...

Many athletes spend more time training than they do competing. Although most coaches know that self-confidence, focus under pressure and managing anxiety influences athletic performance, they aren't sure of how to develop the mental game - or how to effectively coach an athlete through inner game challenges. That's why Loren Fogelman, founder of Expert Sports Performance, is offering a complimentary virtual training on April 2. She's sharing her best tips and mental game strategies for coaching athletes on their mental game. Learn more about the virtual training here: ...

NAFA Fleet Management Association will conduct a congressional briefing on alternative fuels and federal fuel policies next week in Washington, DC. A live webcast of the briefing will be broadcast Tuesday, April 1, from 8:30 am to 10 am in the Capitol Visitor Center Auditorium. The briefing, titled "Converting Vehicle Fleets to Alternative Fuels: Federal Policies Key for Reducing U.S. Dependence on Foreign Oil," is hosted by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and produced in coordination with Transportation Energy Partners (TEP) and NAFA. The purpose ...

BPMonline, a leading global provider of customer relationship management (CRM) and business process management (BPM) solutions, is excited to announce the release of a new version 7.2 of BPMonline Agent Desktop - software designed to facilitate all contact center processes. BPMonline Agent Desktop is a highly-demanded extension for BPMonline CRM designed to improve call center agents efficiency, simplify outbound campaign management and inbound case management, reduce strain on administration team thus ensuring the lowest possible cost of operations. BPMonline Agent ...

The Spectrum IFA Group are delighted to announce that David Elkan has joined the office in Holland. David has worked in Financial Services for the past 26 years covering all aspects of financial planning and investment advice. Initially working within a large offshore brokerage in South East Asia, David then setup his own business in 2002 advising expat clients worldwide. Commenting on this recent appointment, The Spectrum IFA Group's CEO, Michael Lodhi commented "We are delighted to welcome David into the team to advice clients in Holland and Belgium. His appointment ...

For the third year, The San Gabriel Valley Veterans Employment Committee (SGV|VEC) with the leadership of Vet Hunters Project, will present its Annual Heroes in the Shadows, San Gabriel Valley Homeless Stand Down. Attendees may pre-register online as well as at several partner locations throughout the San Gabriel Valley. Walk-up registration opens on Friday, April 4 at 8:00AM and continues until noon on Sunday. On-site dental, medical, vision, legal & counseling services will be available as well as accommodations for (sleeping quarters, showers, laundry facilities, ...

Yesterday we told you about BestUnlockiPhone.com, a website that offers ByPass/Remove iCloud Activation for iPhone 5S/5C/5/4S/4/3GS on any iOS. A lot of people have been speculating on how this service actually works. The most discussed potential way works was that somehow they have access to apple database. iCloud iPhone Activation Team Official website: http://www.BestUnlockiPhone.com BestUnlockiPhone.com was formed in mid 2013 and have successfully Activated over 250,000 iPhones worldwide. This is unparalleled by any other service in the industry. They have achieved ...

When a loved one is under the care of a medical facility, you may trust that he or she is provided with superior and attentive medical care. Unfortunately, some nursing homes neglect the elderly. In some cases, this lack of attentiveness can result in death. For example, the West Virginia Supreme Court recently heard positions on a matter concerning a $91 million judgment against a Charleston nursing home. In 2011, a jury out found that Heartland of Charleston did not adequately feed and care for one of its residents, who stayed at the nursing home for approximately ...

What does the misclassification of employees as independent contractors have to do with workers' compensation? An employer avoids the duty and cost of carrying workers' compensation coverage for independent contractors. In one case described in a New York Times op-ed, a construction employer forced an employee, who had worked for the company for six years, to switch to independent contractor status. The worker's duties did not change, but he accepted the change, because of the poor economy. A U.S. Department of Labor study estimated that approximately 30 percent ...

The Affordable Care Act, now widely known as "Obamacare," is a law that attempts to provide universal health care coverage for every American. The law expands Medicaid at the state level so that more low-income people are covered, allows people with pre-existing conditions the right to obtain insurance, eliminates annual and lifetime limits on coverage, and eliminates caps on out-of-pocket spending. These provisions allow many people the opportunity to obtain insurance who otherwise would not be able to obtain insurance through work or the open market. Unfortunately, ...

New Jersey is reeling from a second fatal dog attack in less than a month. According to a recent report by a local ABC affiliate, the first attack occurred when a large bull mastiff escaped his yard and mauled two boys. One boy was treated for bite wounds on his hands. The other boy's body was found later that night. The 13 year-old victim likely died from dog bite wounds inflicted by the massive dog. More on the attacks According to the report, the dog's owner attempted to stop the dog from attacking by repeatedly stabbing it. Witnesses also note the dog had a reputation ...

Safety experts have long recognized that fatigue is a factor in a significant number of truck accidents throughout the U.S. Just last year, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration instituted new rules intended to ensure that interstate truck drivers get enough rest before they get behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle. While initial studies indicate that these new hours of service regulations appear to be working, some safety experts have suggested that regulatory action is simply not enough. Indeed, according to one recent proposal, new technology may be the ...

The Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) has used data to decipher the top five most hazardous crossings in Charlotte. The data was assessed by tallying the number of car collisions in a particular area, divided by the count of vehicles that moved through the studied intersection during a particular period of time. For example, Mecklenburg County holds a traditional city landmark. Unfortunately, Mom's Treasures, the well-known furniture business, is positioned on the corner of one of the most hazardous crossroads in the county. The owner of the family-owned ...

Those who are considering filing bankruptcy may be confused by all of the different steps to the bankruptcy process. One of the parts that unnerves many people is the idea of the meeting of creditors, often because they do not know what will occur in the meeting. Knowing the purpose and format of the meeting of creditors help people feel more relaxed during the meeting and makes it go more smoothly. What is a meeting of creditors? The meeting of creditors, also called a 341 meeting because of the section of the Bankruptcy Code that establishes the meeting, is an important ...

When an animal is in need, the American Humane Association, under the direction of President and CEO Robin Ganzert, is quick to respond. The organization offers multiple services geared toward protecting and helping animals - and children - throughout the world. After receiving a call for assistance from the district attorney general for Tennessee's 25th Judicial District, the AHA sprang into action. In an event when animals need medical assistance, shelter, or supplies, the Red Star Rescue program is prepared to provide support. With a fully equipped mobile command ...

The release of Gift's EP "The Trip" has been eagerly awaited by fans since mid-2013, the uniquely creative video countdown gave fans but a glimpse inside the mind of the independent rapper and the creative process of the project, leaving listeners and viewers wanting more. Gift first began writing at 16 years old after a serious hamstring injury that ended his future in track and field, but ended up being what would pave the way for his future. Fans have the choice of downloading the EP for free or making a donation by visiting www.giftrapsmusic.com or the artist's SoundCloud ...

According to Deans & Lyons, LLP, da Vinci robotic surgery is increasingly used in the United States but is not without risk to patients. A recent Johns Hopkins study backs up this claim, showing that the robotic surgery has been responsible for 71 deaths and 174 injuries during a 12-year period. Intuitive Surgical, Inc., is the creator of the da Vinci system. Hospitals pay anywhere from $1.5 to $2.5 million for the surgical robot and so far, it is estimated that 1,400 of these systems have been purchased. The systems can perform a number of surgical procedures in ...

Invited journalists visited the Monte Carlo Casino, the Columbus Hotel, as well as several of La Costa Properties Monaco's luxury apartments and penthouses. After touching down at Nice Cote d'Azur airport journalists were transported to Monte Carlo Square and were introduced to SBM press officers who presented the world's number one Monte Carlo Casino. The Monte Carlo Casino in Monaco has numerous restaurants and private gambling rooms and journalists were shown around these VIP areas. Owners of the Casino, Monte Carlo SBM, also boast three other casinos in Monaco ...

Novato, California, attorney Michael Mandelbrot of the Mandelbrot law firm has vowed to appeal the adverse orders of the bankruptcy judge, the Hon. Sheri Bluebond, entered on March 27, 2014. Mandelbrot has retained veteran bankruptcy attorney Paul Jamond of Santa Rosa, California, to represent him on the appeal. Judge Bluebond's orders currently prevent Mandelbrot and his law firm from filing asbestos injury compensation claims with the Thorpe Insulation, J.T. Thorpe, Western Asbestos, and soon-to-be-created Plant Insulation asbestos compensation injury trusts. Mandelbrot ...

An exclusive group of prominent doctors will meet in Spooner, Wisconsin on May 17th and 18th to present their research and evidence of life after death at the Wisconsin Healing Conference. One of the key speakers will be Dr. Raymond Moody whose New York Times best seller, "Life after Life," started a tidal wave of discussion on the subject and encouraged people to come out of the closet about amazing personal experiences related to the continuation of life after death. Dr. Moody has been featured on The CBS Morning News, NBC News, and Oprah Winfrey. Other principal ...

Adjuvant chemotherapy for breast cancer is "gerontogenic", accelerating the pace of physiologic aging, according to a new study published March 28 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Loss of organ function, characterized by an increase in cellular senescence, is one physiological part of aging. Studies have identified leukocyte telomere length, expression of senescence-associated cytokines including interleukin-6, and expression of p16INK4aand ARF in peripheral blood T lymphocytes (PBTLs) as markers of cellular senescence. The authors previously showed p16INK4a ...

Physicians have long suspected that chemotherapy can accelerate the aging process in patients treated for cancer. Using a test developed at UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center to determine molecular aging, UNC oncologists have directly measured the impact of anti-cancer chemotherapy drugs on biological aging. Researchers measured the level of p16, a protein that causes cellular aging, in the blood of 33 women over the age of 50 who had undergone chemotherapy for curable breast cancer. Samples were taken for analysis of molecular age from patients before chemotherapy, ...

Since the dawn of civilization people were searching for clues to longevity and trying to extend human lifespan. But only in the past two decades with the advances in genetic sequencing, epigenetic analysis, and increased government investments the area experienced rapid expansion in the knowledge base, allowing scientists to develop comprehensive models and theories of aging. And while there is still much disagreement among scientists, the evolutionary theories are dominating the field. These theories predicted existence of certain genes that provide selective advantage ...