A remote-controlled Earth-observing camera system called ISERV will be launched to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency's third H-II Transfer Vehicle (HTV-3) this week. Once installed, the system will be directed by researchers on the ground to acquire imagery of specific areas of the globe for disaster analysis and environmental studies. ISERV Pathfinder is a new imaging instrument designed and built at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala. The HTV-3 launch is scheduled for 10:06 p.m. EDT July 20 from ...

Smokers Utopia has been able to provide consumers with e cigarette reviews that are fair and balanced, but they state that their work in the field still isn't done. They state that an industry push toward smokeless cigarette reviews that are honest is necessary to help consumers find the products that are right for them. "We're always committed to making sure that our visitors get the highest quality e cigarette reviews we can give," says Teresa Peach of Smokers Utopia. "If a review isn't honest, it's worthless. People don't want fake reviews... they want ...

Dr. Schellhammer, Founder and President of Marbella University, announces the publication of his trilogy on Economics, "a no holds-barred look and critical analysis to the deepest core of the established economic theories as preached by most business schools, colleges and universities around the globe". From Mankiw to Krugman and Colander, to McDowell and McConnell, to the underlying much deeper dimensions of human's life and business realities, Dr. Schellhammer delves into the economic principles, formulas and 'scientific' theories with nano-precision and ...

Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Makerere University in Uganda have used hair and blood samples from three-month old infants born to HIV-positive mothers to measure the uninfected babies' exposure—both in the womb and from breast-feeding—to antiretroviral medications their mothers were taking. The results, they said, are surprising. "We found high levels of exposure to three antiretroviral medications in the hair samples of HIV uninfected infants at twelve weeks of life," said study senior author, Monica Gandhi, MD, MPH, associate ...

Dark energy makes up about 70 percent of the current content of the Universe and thus holds the ultimate fate of our Universe. Several possible scenarios are possible depending on the properties of dark energy; one is that the Universe will end in a so-called big rip. This interesting topic was recently explored by five researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China, the Institute of Theoretical Physics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Northeastern University, and Peking University. Their work, entitled "Dark energy and fate of the Universe", was ...

IRS Announces Major Expansion of Offer in Compromise Program The Internal Revenue Service recently announced a major expansion of its Offer in Compromise program, which is aimed at helping individuals with past-due to taxes to pay off their debts to the IRS. Taxpayers who participate in the program are permitted to settle their tax debts for less than they owe if they are unable to pay the full amount due. Experts predict that the changes to the Offer in Compromise program will dramatically increase the number of taxpayers who can qualify to reduce their past-due ...

Jurisdiction in California Child Custody and Visitation Cases Child custody disputes can often be emotionally trying experiences. Parents fighting to have their children in their lives may not realize the rules that they have to follow when filing child custody cases. Not all courts have the right to hear a custody case, and parents in California facing custody battles should understand how the law determines a court's jurisdiction in such cases. When Both Parents Live in California Under a federal law called the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement ...

Live music streaming portal iWantJam announced Zurich-based Miss Diamond DJane as the first of three 'iWantJam Endorsed Artists' to coincide with the site's beta launch in August 2012. Miss Diamond is an international superstar in the making, already becoming an in-demand VIP female DJ for VIP guests and with mixes played regularly on radio stations worldwide. A Cairo-based musician himself, iWantJam founder Moataz El-Gohary commented on what he thinks are the most important qualities to becoming an endorsed musician. "Artists and bands will be selected based on ...

Historically low interest rates are tempting more and more homeowners to refinance their mortgages. People who took out home loans just a few years ago could save 2% or more in interest if they refinanced to today's rates. However, because of the recent drop in home values, many potential refinance candidates are finding themselves in a Catch 22. Even if they do not owe more than their homes are now worth, fewer people have enough equity in their homes to meet the 80% loan to value requirements. They can still refinance, but will have to pay private mortgage insurance, ...

Managing Consultants Plans to Accelerate Speed of USA and International Launches as Initial Market Response Is Overwhelming Florence, KY Geoff Ficke, President of award winning international Consumer Product Development and Marketing Consulting firm Duquesa Marketing announced today that his group will launch Lori Leigh Designs range of Earring Chalets at the upcoming Los Angeles Gift Show. "The Earring Chalets are equal parts fashion accessory, jewelry organizer and the perfect thoughtful impulse gift item", said Mr. Ficke. "We launched in the jewelry ...

Boot Camp Digital (www.bootcampdigital.com), a leading educator of social media and Internet marketing, is pleased to announce the latest online social media training session: New Facebook Features and How to Use Them to Drive Your Business. This class will take place on July 30th, 2012 from 1:30-3:00 PM and participants can join at http://www.bootcampdigital.com/NewFB In the past couple of months, Facebook launched several changes to how brands and businesses can market on the popular social networking site. Some of the additions include Timeline, promoted posts, scheduled ...

In today's economy, more and more people overwhelmed by debt are choosing to file for bankruptcy. Although bankruptcy has historically carried a negative stigma, that view is changing. Bankruptcy may better be explained as a fresh start, a new beginning that allows people to move forward with burdens lifted from their shoulders. Rebuilding credit is crucial for those who have recently emerged from bankruptcy. Good spending and credit habits as well as wise money management can make it easier to get on the right path. Maintain Gainful Employment Employment may not ...

Psychologists report that divorce is one of the most stressful events that a person can experience. Divorce affects not only people's emotional and social situations, but it also has a deep impact on people's finances. The cost of divorce varies because of how people's situations differ, but those thinking of divorce should be aware of the variety of ways that divorce could affect them financially. Living Expenses One of the most immediately recognizable financial shifts after a couple splits is the need to maintain two households where there used to be one. Bills ...

This year's Rolling Thunder event, which recognized the contribution of American veterans, drew approximately 100,000 motorcyclists to Washington, D.C. and the surrounding area. The presence of so many motorcycles on Maryland roads serves as a timely reminder that motorcycling is not as safe an activity as it could be. The discouraging news is that while traffic deaths overall are on the decline, deaths from motorcycle accidents remain steady. In the first nine months of last year, 3,580 people died in bike crashes, and 4,000 deaths for the year is projected. The Governors ...

Maryland drivers need to be aware that distracted driving is a killer. According to government reports, more than 3,000 people died nationally in 2010 in motor vehicle accidents in which a distracted driver was involved, and approximately 416,000 were injured. Accidents involving distracted driving comprise almost one-fifth of the accidents in the U.S. that result in injury. Distraction can be anything that takes a driver's attention away from the road. Examples include talking with passengers, eating and drinking, and using electronic devices. Texting while driving ...

R. Blake TenBarge has joined Hospice of Michigan's growing marketing team as the marketing representative for the Southwest region. In this role, TenBarge joins a statewide marketing team of 13 individuals responsible for all HOM marketing activities in the Lower Peninsula. His duties will include developing and maintaining professional relationships between HOM and its referral sources in the Southwest, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians, managed-care organizations, independent medical clinics and other types of senior housing. Prior to joining ...

Cabinets are clever spaces for storage that look great and hide lots of things that would look ugly if left lying around. There are many kinds of cabinets. There are open cabinets and closed ones. The closed cabinets may have doors that open or doors that slide. Cabinets come in many materials. There is wood, plastic, chipboard and other materials that make up cabinets. Cabinets also come in many different colors, which include many shades of wood or may also be colorful plastics. There is great variety in how cabinets can be. Cabinets are usually thought to be in the ...

Beef 'O' Brady's announced today the signing of its newest teammate, Cincinnati Bengals tight end and Super Bowl ring holder, Donald Lee. Lee, a native of Maben, MS and former standout football player for the Mississippi State Bulldogs, will open a new Beef O Brady's 2.0 prototype restaurant in November 2012 at 1205 Stark Road in Starkville, MS. "While football has always been my first love, I've been interested in entrepreneurship as long as I can remember," said Lee. "Beef's is all about great food, sports and getting involved in the community. When ...

Bayer CropScience celebrates the opening of its newest research facility: a 3-story, 60,000 square foot greenhouse that will be used for soy, corn and other broadacre crop research. The Company invested USD 20 million for the new BioScience greenhouse in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Through research and development initiatives, scientists will grow solutions to meet the world's increasing demand for food and more productive farmlands. Bayer Board of Management member Professor Dr. Wolfgang Plischke; N.C. Secretary of Commerce Keith Crisco; and Dr. Richard Reich, ...

Dave Sabot, President of CheapHumidors.com, announced that, during the month of July, proceeds generated from rush processing fees will be used to purchase and ship cigars to troops stationed overseas. Dave's cigars for troops cause coincides with the celebration of the Fourth of July holiday. Mr. Sabot is most excited about being able to bring some of the comforts of home to those who are on deployment in Afghanistan, Iraq and other countries, "It feels good to be able to support those men and women who face danger on a daily basis in the name of protecting the ...

Scorching hot weather and drought can create serious problems for a building's foundation. And the problems begin with the soil. The amount of moisture in the soil plays a role in the foundation's health and stability. Soil shrinkage is a contributor to foundation problems, and is caused by a drought, heat wave or an extended dry period. As the moisture is removed from the soil it shrinks, pulling away from the foundation. This leaves room for movement and settlement which can cause cracks in the home's brick, concrete or block foundation. To determine if a building ...

Tax Defense Network knows that the resolution of back tax debt is stressful for taxpayers precisely because it requires an in-depth knowledge of the US tax code and various tax laws. IRS payment programs were created for the different financial conditions of taxpayers. Every taxpayer with tax debt needs to choose the most suitable IRS tax debt payment program for them. Tax Defense Network looks at ways to best deal with a back tax debt. Tax Defense Network explains that the IRS charges a penalty to taxpayers who apply for an IRS program that they do not qualify for. ...

Children thrive when they have a caring adult in their lives. To encourage quality family time and to celebrate children for who they are, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme invites everyone to join them at their free event, the Seventh Annual "Day for Kids". This year's family-oriented event will be held 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sept. 22 at the Martin V. Smith Youth Center, 1900 West 5th Street, Oxnard. There is no cost to attend. Day for Kids is a day set aside each year to celebrate and honor America's children by spending meaningful ...

Frostbyte Media Inc.-- In advance of the release of their forthcoming new album, Bad Decisions, The Last Vegas have unveiled "Evil Eyes," the video for the first single from the album. Head on over to the band's website now to check out the sexy, voyeuristic visual take on the simmering track: http://www.thelastvegas.com The video was produced and directed by the Chicago-based Motion Source Video Solutions (www.motionsource.net). Of the song and corresponding video, The Last Vegas front man Chad Cherry commented, "We wanted to write a tune that people ...

Children Uniting Nations (CUN), one of the premier non-profit organizations working with at-risk and foster youth, kicked off its 7th Annual National Conference, "Keeping the Promise to Our Children," in DC. Legislators, celebrities and industry experts came together to draw attention to three key pieces of legislation including Bullying, Keeping Sports Programs in Schools and Mentoring Foster Youth. Representative Nancy Pelosi co-chaired the conference along with Senator Mary Landrieu, and legislators in support included Congresswoman Karen Bass, Congressman ...