The Elite Ayrshire Business Circle held its latest business breakfast networking meeting last week in the boardroom of independent local radio station West Sound Radio in Holmston Road, Ayr. The meeting was hosted by station director Brenda Ritchie and her team, and attended by John Scott, MSP for Ayr, Provost Helen Moonie, Councillor Brian Connolly, and Tricia Irving, Senior Enterprise & Tourism Officer, South Ayrshire Council. Elite Ayrshire Business Circle executive chairman and Frazer Coogans Commercial Solicitors managing partner Norman Geddes opened the ...

One's own history can be the greatest educator. A passion for understanding what each generation brings can lead to greatly helping others through writing, teaching, and inspiring. This is Leesburg resident and author Deborah L. Parker's story. Join her as she maps her family and personal narratives beginning with her pre-civil rights era upbringing in Waverly, Virginia, located in Sussex County 'peanut country.' Raised by a determined single mother in the home of wise maternal grandparents and surrounded by encouraging extended family that instilled in her a strong ...

Check printing software allows user to print bank checks with Laser or MICR enabled printer and produce checks. One check printing software that is simple, affordable and risk-free for even the smallest businesses is the new edition of ezCheckprinting from halfpricesoft.com. The improved graphic interface is so straight-forward and user-friendly. Even the first time check writer customers can figure out how to use it quickly once they install this software. ezCheckPrinting is designed for use by non-accountants with minimal computer skills. New users can download the ...

Victor Mooney of Queens, New York and executive director of South African Arts International, Ltd. (USA) ended his two week visit to Brazil on Sunday with the launch of the One Million Score A Goal for an AIDS-free generation campaign in the City of Salvador, a host city for the 2014 World Cup. In the Historic Centre (known in Portuguese as The Pelourinho), Victor Hugo Poria Nasicmento, ten years old, scored the first goal out of 1,000,000 on Friday. The campaign will spread throughout the other host cities before and during the championship series matches in Belo Horizonte, ...

As businesses begin to explore the insights, efficiencies and competitive edge big data can bring to their organizations, it is imperative they answer the right questions before getting too far down the road into a Big Data project, according to experts at ICC, a leader in business technology solutions focusing on big data and application development. "Big data is many things but what it is not is a technology initiative. Your IT department will be deeply involved in setting things up and making sure you've got the number crunching horsepower to 'do' big data, but ...

A new article from Yahoo! offers tips for those struggling with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). The cold temperatures and early nights of winter make it difficult to feel energized, even for those who don't actually have the disorder. In a new statement to the press, Joshua Fink encourages spending time outdoors to help combat this problem. Part of the reason why feelings of depression become more frequent in the winter is because sunlight is not as plentiful as it is during other seasons. It is possible to spend an entire day without seeing natural sunshine. For ...

Avram Freedberg is an avid philanthropist who is constantly seeking new ways to contribute to and promote the charitable endeavors about which he is passionate. For this reason, a recent article published by the Huffington Post regarding the psychology of charity caught his attention and he has since responded with a press statement. The article hinges on the Mother Teresa quote: "If I look at the mass, I will never act. If I look at the one, I will." It explains that most charitable donations are given when individuals feel a connection to a single person. Freedberg ...

Located in Maple Shade, New Jersey, Park Crossing Apartments NJ has created a spacious atmosphere in which a wide array of residents can relax in tranquility while still living close to a metropolitan area. However, the concept of city living has begun to shift as micro-apartment designs have gained public attention. While many New York City residents may already think that apartments could not become any more cramped, a recent article from The Atlantic Cities reveals that "claustrophobic habitation may be coming into vogue" through the advent of micro-apartments. ...

According to Dave Gallagher Edgartown professional, it takes a lot to become a promising leader in every industry in today's competitive workforce. While many Americans face trouble simply finding employment, those who seek a path to emerge as a top professional figure have to accept new expectations in the modern economy. Having become a leader himself, Dave Gallagher of Edgartown, recognizes many of the current struggles and experiences that emerging leaders are expected to overcome with success. Taking a similar sentiment, a recent article from Business Journal identifies ...

Despite a high percentage of soldiers with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the increasing rates of suicide, the Department of Defense has failed to research one of the most effective and widely recognized trauma treatments, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is included as a first line treatment for PTSD in numerous national and international practice guidelines as well as in the Veterans Administration/Department of Defense's (VA/DoD) own Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Post-Traumatic Stress (2010). See EMDR research and ...

Teeth whitening can be used to treat and eliminate stains that are caused by aging, coffee, colas, smoking, wine or other lifestyle-related habits. The latest whitening technology can provide patients with a brilliant new smile with no damage to the natural tooth structure. In-office whitening procedures or dentist-supervised procedures are generally recommended in order to ensure safety and patient satisfaction. Dr. Ghasri, North Hollywood dentist, is currently offering Zoom whitening at a dramatically reduced price. Zoom uses a special combination of peroxide and high-intensity ...

The right marketing campaign can ensure a business and its website are more visible and accessible to the people looking for it. Avital Web, Los Angeles SEO company, is currently offering free consultations for SEO services that can rocket companies to the top of Google's search results and provide the necessary competitive edge to take sites from ordinary to extraordinary. A free SEO consultation can include many factors, including a competition analysis and market analysis in order to better identify ways to customize an Internet marketing campaign that will address ...

Ohio has passed a new law that will raise -- for the first time in more than 40 years -- the financial responsibility requirements of those driving on the state's roads. Minimum liability coverage levels have remained relatively low in Ohio as compared with some other states. The new, higher levels will help protect financially both liable drivers and those injured or sustaining property damage in motor vehicle accidents because of other drivers' actions. Obviously, the pricing increases in medical care, motor vehicles and automotive repairs have skyrocketed since 1969, ...

Another victory for women facing transvaginal mesh complications: A New Jersey jury has awarded $3.35 million to a woman injured by a transvaginal mesh made by Johnson & Johnson's Ethicon division. The case, Gross v. Gynecare Inc., was heard by the Superior Court of Atlantic County, New Jersey (Atl-L-6966-10). It is the first transvaginal mesh (TVM) jury verdict in New Jersey and the second TVM verdict over $3 million. Last year, in Scott v. Kannappan, a Bakersfield, California jury found transvaginal mesh manufacturer C. R. Bard, Inc. liable for $5.5 million for ...

I just finished meeting with a family whose loved one was killed as a result of a trucking accident. I have represented many families over the years who have suffered the loss of a loved one as a result of trucking companies placing profits over people and people's lives. I think back to my time as a very young lawyer when I was asked by Roger Parker to represent him in a case involving a bottling company truck that ran into the back of Roger's vehicle, seriously injuring him. Roger was a young man and the injuries he suffered prevented him from working in his chosen ...

The Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport Hotel (North, I-85) offers convenient lodging to college basketball fans attending the 2013 NCAA Men's Basketball Championships April 5-8 in downtown Atlanta. This is the 75th anniversary of the Men's Championship and the first time that the NCAA Division II and III Finals will be played in the same weekend as the Division I Championship. The Division I semi-final games will be played on April 6 at the Georgia Dome. The Division II and III Men's Finals will be played on April 7 at Philips Arena. The Division I Championship ...

Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Galleria Hotel, a leading hotel in Smyrna Georgia, offers nearby lodging to guests attending the 2013 American Craft Council (ACC) Show in Atlanta. Taking place at Cobb Galleria Centre from March 15-17, 2013, the event will feature original work by more than 1,500 of the country's top contemporary craft artists. Plus, attendees can gain new perspective for the art on display by watching talented craft practitioners create work in ceramics, fiber art, glass, jewelry, and wood. The American Craft Council special at the Hampton Inn Atlanta ...

It is fun to get into the spirit of things every time a holiday rolls around, but the Knoxville bankruptcy experts at Clark & Washington do not advise doing so without a clear-cut budget. This should include everything you have to buy and how much you have to spend. Budget shopping and being creative are both things that can keep you on track and still provide your kids with a great St. Patrick's Day to remember for years to come! Classroom Fun If you have a child who is in school, they will probably need a lot of different supplies for various parties and celebrations. ...

Bankruptcy laws are confusing, and just the thought of filing for bankruptcy can be daunting - not to mention just plain scary. Chattanooga bankruptcy attorneys Clark & Washington, LLC say that Chapter 7 bankruptcy can be the easiest debt relief solution for many people. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Chapter 7 (also known as "straight bankruptcy") is named for the chapter of the federal Bankruptcy Code where it is described. Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows an individual or business to walk away from credit card, medical and other debt, and start ...

Help improve a child's life by having your teeth whitened. Sound easy? That's because it is. The 15th annual Smiles For Life Campaign began March 1st, which means dental patients nationwide can brighten a child's future just by visiting their local Crown Council dentist. The campaign runs from March until June and 100% of the proceeds from teeth whitening procedures are donated to worthy children's charities, both locally and around the world. As an additional incentive, each tooth whitening patient enjoys their smile brightening procedure at a discounted rate. Patients ...

If you are thinking about buying a new or used car, you are more than likely to be offered GAP Insurance by your local car dealer. The following Auto Trader guide details the different types of Gap Insurance. What is GAP insurance? If a car covered by fully comprehensive insurance is declared a write-off, and your insurance claim is successful, the insurer will reimburse you the market value of the car at the time it was damaged. The amount you receive comes from a valuation service (CAP and Glass's Guide are two common ones). GAP (Guaranteed Asset Protection) ...

The traditional office space has always played a big part in the day-to-day operations of businesses, however changes in technology mean that today's offices have to be very different from those offered in the past. Servcorp Singapore is embracing these changes, and offering businesses serviced offices fit for every demand of modern business. Owing to both the economic downturn and the ability to work from more remote locations, more businesses than ever can benefit from the likes of serviced or virtual offices, as was recently discussed in the Business Times. Serviced ...

"OPALS" in space? Well, it's not the gemstones you may be thinking of. This "gem" is an acronym for Optical Payload for Lasercomm Science, or OPALS, an International Space Station experiment that has the potential to change the way data is transmitted from space to Earth. Currently, spacecraft communicate and send data back to Earth through radio-frequency, much like your car radio. The OPALS investigation will test and demonstrate the use of optical communications. This emerging technology uses lasers to transmit data, and offers the potential promise ...

Clarity Services, Inc., the leading real-time credit bureau providing fraud detection and credit risk management solutions for Middle America announces its newest product, Clear Bureau Lite. Clear Bureau Lite is a robust, yet cost effective, report that arms lenders with multiple benchmarks and other variables to assess creditworthiness. "Clear Bureau Lite provides not one, but three, predictive credit scores to help lenders make better underwriting decisions. It also provides summary trade line information and narrows 1,000 credit attributes down to the 85 that ...

U.S. researchers, including a trio from Los Alamos National Laboratory, have witnessed the mysterious appearance of a relatively long-lived zone of high-energy electrons stored between Earth's Van Allen radiation belts. The surprising findings, discovered by NASA's Van Allen Probes (formerly known as the Radiation Belt Storm Probes), were outlined Thursday in Science Express and during a press conference at NASA headquarters in Washington, D.C. The research was led by Dan Baker of the University of Colorado, Boulder, Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics. "Nature ...