A study, published today by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), shows that just like humans love getting stuck into a crossword, chimpanzees get the same feeling of satisfaction from completing tricky puzzles. Scientists set up a challenge for six chimpanzees at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo using plumbing pipes from a DIY store. The challenge involved moving red dice through a network of pipes until they fell into an exit chamber. This could only be achieved by the chimps prodding sticks into holes in the pipes to change the direction of the dice. The same task was also carried ...

How to rebuild a credit score after bankruptcy Article provided by Law Offices of Scott R. Schneider Visit us at http://www.scott-schneider.com Many people worry about the effects declaring bankruptcy will have on their credit scores. Although it is true that a bankruptcy will have an effect on a person's credit report, there are several ways that people can rebuild their credit score after bankruptcy. People who declare bankruptcy should take proactive steps to rebuild their credit scores after bankruptcy to ensure a bright financial future. Pay bills on time Payment ...

Proposed bill to discharge private student loans in bankruptcy Article provided by Law Offices of Scott R. Schneider Visit us at http://www.scott-schneider.com Student loans are difficult to discharge in bankruptcy, regardless of whether they are federal or private loans. Under the current law and practice, only borrowers who have suffered undue hardships that result in little or no hope that they will ever be able to repay student loans are eligible for discharge. However, some people believe that this should change. Senator Dick Durbin is calling on lawmakers ...

Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Initiative Article provided by Hammond Law Group, PLLC - Tax Resolution Attorneys Visit us at http://www.protaxcounsel.com In response to US federal budget shortfalls, the IRS is strengthening its compliance efforts, making it more important than ever for all individuals to comply with US tax regulations. This is especially true for individuals with offshore bank accounts. It is crucial for owners of offshore bank accounts to take a proactive approach to their tax obligations in order to avoid potential criminal liability and other ...

Staying involved in your child's life after divorce Article provided by Law Offices of Catherine A. Schwartz Visit us at http://www.cschwartzlaw.com The decision to end a relationship is often a very difficult time for both parties. Frequent arguments can lead to constant stress, and it might be easier to walk away from the relationship instead of trying to make things work. Emotions will run high, and this can lead to even more problems as the couple breaks apart. If the parties are married, one of the spouses may file for a divorce. As part of the divorce process, ...

Information about contingency fees in Texas Article provided by Nowak & Stauch, L.L.P. Visit us at http://www.txlegalmalpractice.com Texas residents involved in an attorney-client relationship know calculating attorney's fees are often complicated. Two common types of attorney fees are percentage and contingency fees. What is a contingency fee? According to the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, a contingency fee is a "fee contingent on the outcome of the matter for which the attorney is rendering service". This means the attorney ...

Evidence from spy technology increasingly used in divorce cases Article provided by Schneider Law Firm, P.C. Visit us at http://www.clientdrivenlaw.com When a couple is having marital problems, tensions can run high and oftentimes people turn to desperate measures in order to find out if their spouse is being unfaithful. But, thanks to technology, instead of donning a disguise and following a suspected cheater in stealth, spouses can spy on each other from the comfort of their own homes. According to companies that sell spy technology, such as hidden cameras ...

Texas chiropractor pleads guilty to massive insurance fraud Article provided by Law Office of Paul Schiffer Visit us at http://www.schifferlawfirm.com Federal authorities do not take allegations of fraud lightly. Although many people do not realize it, fraud and other white-collar crimes are prosecuted just as aggressively -- and punished just as severely -- as some violent crimes and drug crimes. An illustrative example of the consequences that can result from a fraud conviction can be found in the recent case of a Houston-area chiropractor who pleaded guilty ...

Successful parenting can continue after a divorce Article provided by Anthony C. Williams & Associates, PC Visit us at http://www.anthonywilliamslaw.com Divorce can be hard on Virginia families, especially on the children. But just because a marriage is breaking up does not mean the parent-child relationship has to follow suit. Families can be very successful at maintaining positive relationships and functioning well after a divorce. Though each spouse may have differing opinions about parenting, there are some things that ex-spouses can do to help maximize ...

Living large for free: Squatter claims right to empty Boca Raton mansion Article provided by Law Offices of Larry E. Bray, P.A. Visit us at http://www.braylawoffices.com The prevalence of foreclosures in South Florida and problems with documentation once again made national news with reports of a squatter who filed a court document to gain legal possession of an empty bank-owned home in Boca Raton. While this situation is unusual, it demonstrates the challenges and complexities that can be involved in the foreclosure process. Squatters move into bank-owned waterfront ...

A look at the IRS's Offer in Compromise program Article provided by Boelter & Associates Visit us at http://www.boeltertaxlaw.com If you have received a letter or notice from the Internal Revenue Service stating you owe a tax amount and the amount is burdensome, speak to an experienced tax attorney about resolving the tax liability through the IRS's offer in compromise program. An offer in compromise is an agreement between the taxpayer and the IRS that settles a taxpayer's tax liabilities for less than the full amount owed. If paying a full tax liability ...

Federal Hours of Service Requirements Help Keep Drowsy Truck Drivers off the Highway Article provided by H.L. Cromartie III, P.C. Visit us at http://www.hlcromartielaw.com According to statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,675 people were killed and an additional 80,000 people were injured in <a target="_blank" href="http://www.hlcromartielaw.com/Areas-Of-Practice/Truck-Accidents.shtml]motor vehicle accidents[/url] involving large trucks in 2010, the last year for which statistics are available. In ...

Hands-Free Technology Does Not Make Texting While Driving Safer Article provided by H.L. Cromartie III, P.C. Visit us at http://www.hlcromartielaw.com Twenty years ago, drunk drivers and drowsy drivers were two of the most significant risks on our nation's highways. Although these threats are still present today, the prevalence of cell phone use has led to the emergence of distracted driving as a serious danger. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,092 people were killed and an additional 419,000 were injured in <a target="_blank" ...

Domestic violence in Arizona Article provided by Knochel Law Offices, P.C. Visit us at http://www.lawyersinarizona.com The end of a relationship can be a very difficult time for everyone involved. Couples that once shared everything with one another now find themselves drifting apart. This can become emotional, and it can lead to arguments between the parties. The arguments can become very heated, and one of the parties may feel that the other has crossed a line. Domestic violence can mean many different things. It can be actual physical violence against another ...

As Jurney Jurray, LLC the boutique of handcrafted jewelry and accessories continues to look forward to a fabulous year in fashion, designer Jenee Dionne volunteered to facilitate an artistic and written expression group of iDream's community outreach program Dream Power. The designer reached out to iDream CEO, Valene Lindsay, requesting an opportunity to partner with the outreach program. Beginning March 9, 2013 Jenee Dionne will have the honor of facilitating a bi-weekly artistic and written expression group attended by the young ladies of Dream Power. Dream Power ...

The Preiss Company is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Adam Byrley to Director of Leasing and Programming. In his role, Byrley will be responsible for setting the overall leasing direction for all of the company's student housing properties. Currently, The Preiss Company owns and/or operates over 16,000 beds in nine states and 13 markets. As Director of Leasing and Programming, Byrley will also monitor and analyze specific market trends and statistics to help maintain steady leasing velocity and achieve budgeted rent increases, implement resident programming ...

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights has called psychiatry's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders into question saying it is a fraud perpetrated on society for the sole purpose of enormously increasing their income base by labeling and drugging individuals, particularly helpless little children, for profit. Furthermore, they are calling this fraudulent labeling and drugging of little children a gross violation of human rights and child abuse. The psychiatric/pharmaceutical industry spends billions of dollars a year in order to convince the public, ...

Boot Camp Digital (www.bootcampdigital.com), a leading provider of social media marketing training, launched their latest infographic: Why Content Marketing Matters. Now that 88% of businesses are on social media and there are billions of people online, it's important for businesses to focus on what content they're posting, in order to guarantee they'll be heard. Boot Camp Digital created this infographic to share the latest statistics on social media content marketing and why marketers and business professionals need to focus on posting the content that is going to ...

IOMIC USA, manufacturer of innovative, revolutionary and dynamically designed grips, announced today that a top-10 finisher at the Northern Trust Open was using IOMIC grips. "We are pleased to see so many PGA Tour players using our grips and we are even more pleased to see one of these talented players finish in the top-10 at the Northern Trust Open," said Katz Murai, Overseas Division of IOMIC. "In addition to having great colors to choose from, the players enjoy the soft and tacky feel of our grips which helps them consistently control the club better." The ...

Car accidents are one of the primary causes of preventable death in the United States, especially in California where the highways are packed with cars and inattentive drivers. As such, they also account for many personal injuries that lead to personal injury claims. Those who have been hurt in an automobile accident that is the result of another person's negligence, carelessness, inattention or illegal behavior may be entitled to financial compensation. Christopher E. Russell, a personal injury lawyer at the Orange County law firm of Russell & Lazarus, offers legal ...

As the franchise industry is on the rise and a growing number of people are turning toward entrepreneurship for employment, BlueGrace Logistics (www.mybluegrace.com) is proving itself as a leader in its respective industry and offering business opportunities with an unmatched franchise model. According to a recent study by the International Franchise Association, the number of franchise establishments in the U.S. increased by 1.5 percent last year, with a prediction that the number will further increase in 2013 by another 1.4 percent. BlueGrace Logistics continues to ...

Join Connections Chicago for a fun progressive dinner on Wells Street, Thursday, March 7 beginning at 6 p.m. Throughout the evening, guests will be given the opportunity to indulge in some of Old Town's finest cuisine with stops at The Pour House, Bistrot Margot, O'Brien's, and The Twisted Baker. The evening begins at The Pour House (1419 N. Wells St.) with appetizers including Miniature Burgers, Chicken Caesar Wraps, and Buffalo Shrimp, followed by French Onion Soup, Bistrot Salad or Chicken Caesar Salad at Bistrot Margot (1437 N. Wells St.). The group moves on to O'Brien's ...

Classic Holidays, Australia's largest privately owned timeshare holiday provider with nearly 50,000 members, announces impressive customer satisfaction numbers for the month of January. Averages tabulated from the company's 14 managed resorts in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria show that Classic's guests were extremely pleased last month with their resort experience: • 95 percent felt the quality of the appliances and furnishings either exceeded or met their expectations • 93 percent thought their reservation was handled promptly, courteously and efficiently • 96 ...

Sims-Lohman Fine Kitchens and Granite announces the acquisition of the Cabinet and Countertop Division of Babin Building Solutions, effective February 8, 2013. Sims-Lohman is a regional leader in the distribution of cabinets and the fabrication of granite and other countertop offerings for the kitchen and bath industry. Sims-Lohman currently serves the Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Indianapolis and Lafayette markets, and this acquisition allows the company to also provide exceptional service to the Cleveland market. Sims-Lohman will continue to operate the former ...

Ryan and Amy Green are parents to four boys between the ages of 2 and 7. In January 2010, they received some bad news. One-year-old Joel had cancer. Joel had an Atypical Teratoid/ Rhabdoid Tumor (AT/RT) that was successfully removed. After the surgery he was scheduled to undergo 54 weeks of treatment including chemotherapy and radiation. He never finished treatment because 10 months later he had a tumor recurrence. Joel Evan Green was declared terminal and the Greens were referred to Hospice and they were advised to sign a do not resuscitate form. However, Joel ...