After Hurricane Sandy, we are all reminded that we may lose our possessions, but we never lose our need to be surrounded by beauty and brightness. A force of nature forces changes in landscape, residence, and environment, so why not a change in what we fill our homes and our lives with? Clarke Auction, Westchester's Premier Auction House, appreciates the severity of destruction that Sandy has left behind, down to a personal level. They also appreciate people's need to rebuild and renew. On Sunday November 18th, Clarke Auction will provide over 400 lots of beauty and ...

Neopost Limited, Europe's leading supplier of mailroom solutions, has provided the Royal Borough of Greenwich Council with an IS-6000 franking machine, a state of the art mailing system which can automatically seal and frank variously sized envelopes at a rate of 260 letters per minute. The IS-6000 also features the ability to weigh and measure mail in-line, automatically categorising it according to Royal Mail regulations. Servicing seven directorates, the postroom manages almost every aspect of the Council's incoming and outgoing mail, amounting to an average of 20,000 ...

Australia has been revealed as the best place for a staycation, with the latest survey showing that most Australians prefer to stay in the country during their holidays. The survey, by Cheap Flights Australia (http://www.cheapflights.com.au), has shown that 58 per cent of Australians choose to stay on the continent for their holidays, with over half of them flying to reach their destination. The results prove that Australia is great for staycations, with a diverse mix of beaches, deserts and even skiing to enjoy, all in one country. Most respondents said they would be ...

Sirens are wailing, alarms are ringing and the adrenalin is flowing in Lucky Club Casino's new Bank Bandit slots game. It's a race to get the loot from the safe in this fun new game with cartoon graphics and loads of free spins to make the fun last. To try out the new game, players can claim a 100% deposit bonus (up to $300) by entering the coupon code BANKBANDIT when they make a deposit. This offer is valid until November 22nd. The new Bank Bandit is a 25 pay line slot with animated "Vault" Scatter symbols and "Robber" Wilds that trigger free ...

According to a recent report from Reuters, social marketing has shown to make a strong impact on fashion industry sales. The article cites the success of the recent Topshop Unique fashion show that was live-streamed from London Fashion Week earlier this month. The article also highlights that social media benefits have become more present as editors and bloggers captured new fashion collections and were able to effectively market the products by posting on sites like Twitter and Pinterest. In response, affiliate marketing educator My Place for Hosting explains that social ...

A Daily Finance article recently reported on the positive trend related to increases in home equity across the housing market. Increases in home equity have provided homeowners the opportunity to refinance at historically low interest rates. The gains have also enabled some owners to sell existing properties and purchase new homes. Mortgage banker and solutions company Hunter Financial Group commented on these positive developments in a statement to the press. Overall, the piece notes the trend speaks to the confidence potential buyers have in the housing market going ...

Increasingly negative financial down times and the lack of availability to credit have led to a modern day society where individuals live paycheck to paycheck. A Business Day article recently discussed how thoughts of instant gratification extend these financial circumstances. In a statement to the press, popular spiritual guide Sonia Choquette reviewed tips for renewing the spirit and living through lean times. Sonia Choquette reviews there are a number of simple ways to feel better about any present financial situation. She commented: "The most important thing ...

Lou Zant President of Nexboom Universe http://www.nexboom.com/ a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexboom Universe Group http://www.nexboomuniverse.vg/, announced today that the current arrangement with HEROES FOR HUMANITY http://www.heroesforhumanity.com/ is progressing. This is the first campaign to present to the general public the tremendous opportunity of helping the general population to bring "Good News" and hope to the world. Heroes for Humanity have one goal, to bring good news stories to the public and to empower others in a global effort. The news media ...

The last 6 months we have seen turbulent times on our planet Earth. Is the Mayan calendar myth turning into reality? How were the ancient ones so accurate in their predictions of the future and why did the Catholic Spanish monks destroy most of the Mayan records? Were they trying to hide the truth from us? The Catholic view of Armageddon did not agree with the Mayan prophecies. After extensive research Wayne Sedawie has come to the conclusion that the Mayan doomsday is once again a western conspiracy of myths and theories. Such myths includes the Crystal ...

In light of recent research into deaths following improper administration of anesthesia during liposuction, Denver liposuction specialist and founder of Campanile Plastic Surgery (http://www.campanileplasticsurgery.com), Dr. Frank Campanile, is calling for better guidelines on the use of anesthesia during cosmetic procedures. A frequent advocate of patient safety, Dr. Campanile's concerns were amplified after a recent study revealed that the absence of anesthesia training requirements for cosmetic surgeons has led to several deaths. The study, "Are State Regulations ...

Dr. Natalia Stadler, dentist in Pompano Beach, is making it simple for her patients to schedule appointments at her practice by offering an online appointment request form as a part of her practice's website. Patients that take advantage of this service will be able to schedule an appointment without having to pick up the phone. "I am very happy that our practice is providing a way for patients to schedule an appointment over the Internet. We are always looking for ways to make our practice more patient-friendly and this is a great example of that. I hope that ...

Dr. Robert Kadish, Metairie podiatrist, is happy to be making it simple for his patients to schedule appointments online with his practice's online appointment request form. With this service, patients are able to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kadish without even having to pick up the telephone. "I am glad that we are providing a way for patients to schedule an appointment online. We always strive to make our practice as patient-friendly as possible and this is a great example of that. I hope that many of our patients will take advantage of this in the future," ...

Dr. Alexander Doctoroff, dermatologist in Bergen County, is excited to be providing Intense Pulse Light treatment at his practice. This new service is an effective treatment for a variety of problems including wrinkles and sunspots. "I am extremely excited to be using this technology at our practice. IPL treatment is a very effective way to treat many different skin conditions and I look forward to using it to help our patients in the future," said Dr. Doctoroff, Clark dermatologist. Intense Pulse Light treatment can be used to treat a variety of skin conditions. ...

Ceiling Fan Designers today announced the celebration of their 6th year in business as a high-quality decorative ceiling fan retailer. Ceiling Fan Designers has been providing unique specialty ceiling fan designs ranging from sports themes to kids themes with over 200 designs and sizes to choose from. Doug Villemain, co-owner of Ceiling Fan Designers shared his excitement about the company anniversary and the expansion of his company's product offerings, saying, "Some of my favorite new products we are carrying are the Imagine It for Kids line of fans. The Imagine ...

Setting the Thanksgiving "Kids' Table" can be a challenge. Do you set it with nice dishes and cross your fingers? Do you give in and serve the kids on chintzy paper plates? Here are some ideas from KidSmartLiving.com sure to please both the stylish holiday hostess and the busiest kids this Thanksgiving. Start with Kid-Friendly Tableware Cleaning up broken dishes is the last thing any host wants to do during mealtime. So this year make the Thanksgiving kids' table worry-free with plastic or disposable tableware. You'll find styles available to fit a range of ...

AGT's Senior investment expert defends Carbon Credits and stresses investors that they need to deal with reputable brokerages such as Advanced Global Trading. We all know that carbon credits are a high-performing commodity despite criticism from elements of the financial sector - according to a Dubai-based expert. There have been some been some negative reviews regarding Carbon Credits. In September 2012 the South China Morning Post published an article stating personal finance consultants had been approached by fraud companies running carbon credit scam, trying to ...

According to the CDC over 30% of Americans are obese. From 2007 to 2009 the CDC states that the number of obese adults increased by 2.4 million. With such a drastic increase, obese patients have turned to bariatric surgery as a resolution. Bariatric procedures can decrease body fat by 25- 61% depending on which procedure you have chosen. While achieving your weight loss goal is rewarding, the loose, hanging skin is not. The likelihood of your skin tightening and returning to the pre-obesity state is unlikely. Leaving folds of skin can cause rashes, skin infections and difficulty ...

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, the expense of your injuries may be catastrophic. If the accident was not your fault, you may be interested in filing a personal injury claim. In this type of claim, you are essentially alleging that the other driver was careless and thus caused the accident and your resulting injuries. With a personal injury claim, you may be able to reach a settlement with the other party to recover compensation. Otherwise, you may have to take your case to court in a lawsuit. An experienced personal injury lawyer can develop a legal ...

There is no doubt that motorcycle accidents involving larger passenger vehicles are almost always worse for the biker. However, many factors can go into car accidents involving motorcycles and determining liability is not always simple. To establish cause and liability in these events requires an experienced auto accident lawyer that can investigate the accident, establish fault, and help you determine all that you may be entitled to. Causes of Car and Motorcycle Accidents According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a majority of accidents ...

Breast ptosis is the medical name for dropping or saggy breasts and the problem addressed with a breast lift. Ptosis can be caused by factors including, age, genetics, pregnancy and breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, and even cigarette smoking. If you are experiencing ptosis, no matter its cause, you may be a good candidate for breast lift surgery. Ideal Breast Lift Candidates The best candidates for breast lift surgery should be dissatisfied with sagging or drooping of the breasts. In addition, good candidates should be: - In good physical health - Nonsmokers - ...

Have you applied for Social Security Disability benefits and been denied? Did you know that the majority of applications are initially rejected even though many of those claims support disability? If your initial claim has been denied, you still may have a good shot at attaining disability benefits. In Michigan, your first appeal after your initial denial is to the Office of Disability Adjudication & Review. To appeal the initial denial, you must complete a hearing appeal request (form SSA 501) and an appeal disability report form (form SSA 3441). After you submit ...

With the holiday season approaching, there is no doubt that some motorists will encounter nightly sobriety checkpoints on roadways across the country. Sobriety checkpoints are temporary roadblock installations used by law enforcement to catch motorists who are under the influence of alcohol. At these sobriety stations, officers detain vehicles on a public road that pass through the checkpoint. Checkpoints are often set up late at night or early in the morning when drunk driving is prevalent. Are sobriety checkpoints reliable? Did you know that sobriety checkpoints ...

Lamar University and the Beaumont Foundation of America have announced the 15th in a series of Southeast Texas Legends Scholarships, this one honoring Walter Umphrey, founding partner of Provost Umphrey Law Firm. The $100,000 endowed scholarship will assist underserved Lamar University students, said Lamar President James Simmons. Born in Port Arthur, Umphrey received a football scholarship to Southern Methodist University then completed his bachelor's in business administration degree at Baylor in 1959. Umphrey worked as an insurance adjustor before entering Baylor ...

Chuck Thompson's article in the New Republic responds to the recent 80,000-signature-strong petition to the White House requesting that Texas be allowed to secede from the union. Thompson writes: Rather than secession, which would radically fracture our nation, Texas should be granted semi-autonomy in the form of "political and social expression in exchange for diminished power in federal government." Thompson, author of "Better Off Without 'Em: A Northern Manifesto for Southern Secession," is definitely no conservative sympathizer, and concludes ...

Why Federal Tax Refunds Matter in Your Bankruptcy Case The federal income tax refund is considered to be your property under bankruptcy law - even if you haven't received it yet - which, unfortunately, also means that the bankruptcy trustee will consider this money as an asset in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases, subject to his or her control and disposition. (See 11 U.C.S. Section 541(a)(1) and 11 U.S.C. Section 1306(a)(1).) Tax Refunds After Filing Chapter 7 If you're facing overwhelming debt, you may choose to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, in which case ...