WASHINGTON (Dec. 5, 2012)-- The National Geographic Society today announced the next phase of its Genographic Project — the multiyear global research initiative that uses DNA to map the history of human migration. Building on seven years of global data collection, Genographic shines new light on humanity's collective past, yielding tantalizing clues about humankind's journey across the planet over the past 60,000 years. "Our first phase drew participation from more than 500,000 participants from over 130 countries," said Project Director Spencer Wells, a population geneticist ...

Recently the Mediterranean diet has achieved lots of distinctions, from the inclusion by the UNESCO in the Olympus of the World heritage list to a long series of dedicated congresses and meetings held everywhere in the globe with the aim of promoting its healthy properties against the most threatening diseases such as cardiovascular disease and tumors. So the Mediterranean diet is an international star acclaimed by the scientific community as the best dietary paradigm. And yet this eating model seems to creak under the burden of the economic crisis scaring the food trolley ...

Does Fourth Amendment protect against warrantless DUI blood tests? The United States Supreme Court recently accepted a case that could affect the rights of those who are accused of driving under the influence. The issue at stake is can a police officer force a suspect to take a blood test against his or her will without a warrant? Specifically, the decision will decide whether the natural dissipation of alcohol in the bloodstream is a sufficient cause under the Fourth Amendment to draw blood without a warrant. The events in the case, Missouri v. McNeely, began when ...

Truck accidents: GPS and cellphones add to accident risk Many Connecticut motorists have come to rely on their smartphones and GPS systems to help find their way to unfamiliar destinations. But although these navigation tools have become nearly indispensable for a growing number of drivers, when used improperly they can also contribute to one of the greatest threats on Connecticut roads today: distracted driving. What is distracted driving? Distracted driving is a factor in roughly 20 percent of all traffic accidents nationwide, according to the National Highway ...

Study shows significant rise in gray divorces Arizona is a popular retirement destination and is known for its high number of retirees. Unfortunately, many of these retirees are part of the latest divorce trend, known as gray divorce. Gray divorces involve individuals over the age of 50. Divorce is a difficult process. One individual who recently went through a gray divorce stated that it was a trying process. Since divorce can be a challenging journey, it's important to have experienced counsel at your side. Study shows increasing gray divorce rates A recent ...

Maryland marijuana reform lowers penalties, but risks remain As many states throughout the U.S. have done recently, Maryland implemented a law this year that reduces the penalties for possession of small quantities of marijuana. Lawmakers hope the new policy will reduce strain on the court system and allow police to focus more of their resources on addressing violent crime and other serious offenses. Maryland's new marijuana possession law went into effect on October 1, 2012. Under the new law, the maximum penalty for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana ...

Getting Mississippi Teens to Engage in Safe Driving Habits There is no question that young drivers are at a greater risk of car accidents because of their lack of experience. Throw in a cellphone while behind the wheel and the risk of accident, injury or death is magnified. Despite understanding the danger of distracted driving, though, a significant number of teenage drivers continue to use their phones while driving. According to a survey conducted by Consumer Reports magazine, the majority of young drivers ages 16 to 21 know texting while driving is dangerous. ...

DUI Penalties for Underage Drivers in Connecticut According to data from the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles, teen deaths related to drunk driving have decreased in recent years, and tough teen driving laws dating to 2008 are cited as a major factor behind the decrease. Drivers under age 18 are subject to several restrictions when obtaining a driver's license in Connecticut, and the penalties for violating the rules start with an initial 48-hour license suspension and often include mandatory driver training classes. For teen drivers convicted of driving under ...

Burglary charges on college campuses in Western Michigan Colleges in western Michigan -- including Kalamazoo College and Western Michigan University -- and across the country are now back in full swing. With the influx of students, the number of reported crimes has started to rise. Due to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Police and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Higher Education Opportunity Act, these schools are required to collect data regarding reported crimes on campus. According to the report compiled by Kalamazoo College in 2011, burglary ...

AMSCA boat rental Dubai offer luxurious cruising experience in Dubai suitable for all manner of client requirement and exceptions including fishing & water sport activities, parties, dinners, wedding receptions, birthdays, anniversaries and celebrations as well as cut-out corporate functions with capacity of up to 65 guests at any one time. We own a fleet of six up market yachts cruising the Dubai waterways and canals. Amsca boats is the UAE charter specialist, we provide crewed luxury yachts, meg¬¬¬a yachts, super yachts charter, sailing yachts and catamarans ...

Orange County based swimwear line American Honey Swimwear will debut it's collection in stores for the first time this Friday December 7th, 2012. The collection will debut with notably recognized high-end specialty swimwear retailer Molly Brown's Swimwear. Andrea Gomez, Chief Designer and C.E.O of American Honey Swimwear, along with her mother and partner, Maria Elena Gomez, sat down for an initial meeting with Molly Brown's in September. They discussed the retail distribution of her line at Molly Brown's retail locations in Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and the Cosmopolitan ...

Leading the way as Australia's number one beauty franchise, Essential Beauty is introducing its fourteenth store in Western Australia at Ellenbrook's shopping complex. In twelve years, the company has expanded to fifty-seven stores Australia wide with plans for further development in the near future. Providing the most in-demand treatments including hygienic waxing, safe body piercing, natural looking spray-tanning, permanent hair reduction, microdermabrasion and semi-permanent make-up, the company has developed into a highly recognised brand. Strong demand has led ...

VIDA PR & Marketing Group has created a blended assessment to increase clients' revenue and brand, based on happy customers. Since 2004, VIDA has worked with clients in a variety of industries, from restaurant to government, to build, maintain and increase a customer base through marketing, PR, advertising and customer service. In that time, Dominique Anderson, the firm's Owner and President, and her team have designed the Customer Experience Audit, a custom six-point assessment to evaluate seven areas of a businesses' customer experience, including pre-visit connection, ...

Alternative artist Sanders Bohlke continues his artistic evolution with the digital release of his new full-length album Ghost Boy on the Communicating Vessels label. Ghost Boy will be available worldwide through iTunes, Amazon and other digital stores on December 4, with the CD and specially packaged vinyl release to follow in February 2013. The collection of eleven new songs, produced by Jeffrey Cain (Remy Zero), was recorded as a complete work - meant to be heard from start to finish - recalling what audiophiles miss about the "album age." On their ...

Debut author Dawn DeLavallade, M.D. announced a book launch event for her recently published work "She Makes More-Inside the Minds of Female Breadwinners". The event will take place on Friday, December 14 at Mad City Coffee in Columbia, MD from 5:30pm - 8:30pm. Dawn DeLavallade is a wife, a mother, and a physician that over the years recognized she is a part of an emerging trend...she is a female breadwinner. The information Dr. DeLavallade shares in her work stems from candid interviews with female breadwinners as they reveal hidden truths about their experiences ...

Suddenly the Christmas season is here! Only a few weeks to get the cards in the mail, decorate the home and Christmas tree, plan the Christmas gathering, and find just the right gifts. Relax! GiftWorksPlus is a known leader in the field of personalized picture frames. Shoppers can always find just the right customized gifts for every occasion. GiftWorksPlus' engraved wooden frames can express deepest emotion to light banter and humor. Every one of these unique creations is made in America with pride and expert craftsmanship. Materials include rich alder wood, natural ...

Chicago [501(c)(3)] Innovative Science and Technology Group (ISTG) has just established a partnership with the Philadelphia-based nonprofit United African Educational Foundation (UAEF). The strategic alliance will allow ISTG to raise funds for its school programs, such as the highly popular Project AFARA, by becoming a distributor for the UAEF's children's books. Similarly, the partnership will provide UAEF with a potentially wider audience for its books, which have primarily been marketed on the East coast in cities such as Philadelphia, Trenton, and New York. "We're ...

Just as Prop. 37 was being denied in California, a Miami production company has turned to Indiegogo's crowd funding platform with high hopes of securing the necessary funds to take the beauty, food and medical industries head-on in a revealing documentary called "Incurable Diseases" Is it a Business? http://Indiegogo.com/IncurableDiseasesBiz The documentary will question what many believe are the deceitful practices of three major American industries that may exist solely for the benefit of their corporate shareholders rather than for the optimal health and ...

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami, South Florida Art Center and American Red Cross of Greater Miami & The Keys, along with more than 300 other Miami-Dade County nonprofit organizations, are registered for the inaugural Give Miami Day. The Miami Foundation, with support of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, will launch the unique, online giving event that ignites individuals in the community to build a greater Miami through philanthropy. For 24 hours on December 12, 2012, the public can search profiles for nonprofits across Miami-Dade on GiveMiamiDay.org, ...

Bruss Landscaping in Wheaton, IL announces it was selected as one of the 12 finalists in the 2013 Landscaper of the Year program operated by New Holland Construction and Total Landscape Care magazine. The annual program recognizes the best and brightest from among thousands of professionals across the country who work in the landscaping industry. Bruss Landscaping and the other program finalists will be featured in Total Landscape Care magazine throughout 2013. Sponsored by New Holland Construction and produced by Total Landscape Care, the Landscaper of the Year program ...

Beverly Hills Physicians (BHP), one of Southern California's leading plastic surgery and weight-loss practices, is pleased to provide its patients and the community with the opportunity to support an important cause - Hunger. From December 3rd- 10th, BHP will be accepting canned foods at 11 of their Southern California locations, which will be donated to people in need by the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. With a goal to collect 350 pounds, BHP aims to help combat hunger through a significant donation to the food bank. BHP is privileged to change lives every day and ...

Discount Car & Truck Rentals, the largest Canadian-owned car and truck rental company, launched its Win a Free Weekend Rental Sweepstakes on its Facebook page today. The sweepstakes will include weekly Free Weekend Rental giveaways as well as daily prizes to contestants who fill out a brief entry form on their Facebook page. The Sweepstakes begins today, December 3rd and ends January 2nd, spanning just under a month. One Free Weekend Rental will be awarded every week, and contestants are also eligible to win a $5 Tiim Hortons Gift Card every day of the month of December. ...

The St. Louis Centennial Beer Festival has set the dates for its 2013 event. The Festival is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, February 22-23, at Moulin Events and the Centennial Malt House. Both are located at 2017 Chouteau in St. Louis. On Friday night, February 22, the Festival kicks off with a Brewmaster Dinner at 6:00 p.m. Partner brewer for 2013 is Six Row Brewing Company. Moulin chef Tony Cole and Six Row brewmaster Evan Hiatt will discuss each of the five food and beer courses as they are served. Beer Tasting sessions on Saturday, February 23, will feature ...

Onepath Systems, LLC announced today that it has appointed Art Franks as AT&T Practice Lead of its newly expanded portfolio of products and managed services. Based in Atlanta, Franks will be responsible for developing, implementing and leading the AT&T Practice sales and adjacent growth strategies as well as serving as a strategic partner in the overall operation of the organization. The role is also responsible for achieving or exceeding growth and profit objectives by optimizing the sales and retention goals for managed network services along with VoIP, security ...

Tax Defense Network Linkedin offers taxpayers insight into the inner operations of Tax Defense Network. For an effective tax debt resolution, it is important to have tax professionals on staff. Tax attorneys and enrolled agents have the legal right to represent taxpayers before the IRS. They have deep knowledge of tax laws, tax codes, and IRS policies, and are experts in tax negotiations. Tax Defense Network Linkedin: The Importance of Enrolled Agents Enrolled agents are federally-authorized tax practitioners who have the technical expertise in the field of taxation ...