Light Up the Season Make holiday shopping an enjoyable experience by finding presents that truly reflect the personality of the recipient. The good news: there are so many designs and styles that it's easy to find that really special gift. Here, from Ross-Simons, are gift ideas guaranteed to "wow" jewelry lovers everywhere. Dazzling Diamonds: Diamond jewelry is the ultimate holiday gift. Indulge in colored diamonds - a stylish way to sparkle and shine. Yellow and brown diamonds set in gold are stunning. But let's not ignore the classics: the elegant tennis ...

The Chef's Academy (http://www.thechefsacademy.com), the Culinary Division of Harrison College, a 110-year-old, nationally accredited institution that offers 40 degree programs in five schools of study, will send students to observe the 2012 IKA (Internationale Kochkunst Ausstellung) Culinary Olympics at the Messe Erfurt in Erfurt, Germany from Saturday, Oct. 6 through Wednesday, Oct. 10. The IKA 2012 Culinary Olympics is a prestigious international culinary competition which features both team and individual challenges. The categories of team competitors include junior ...

HoGaming, a leading provider of Live Dealer gaming products, has launched an innovative and immersive product for tablet devices. Players will be able to partake in casino favourites such as Roulette, Blackjack and Baccarat on their handheld devices whilst enjoying the live dealer experience of a land-based casino. The launch of the company's Live Dealer casino capitalizes on advancements in mobile technology and the rollout of 4G networks by telecommunications companies. Also by their very nature, touch screen devices are perfectly suited to the online casino gaming ...

While triples may be somewhat rare in baseball, early registration for U.S. and international students at Wexford University online is hitting it out of the park: Early registration for January 2013 classes has tripled expectations and continues to grow. The 100 percent online Wexford University offers associate through doctoral programs with self-directed learning and flexible scheduling. Online registration for degrees in fitness training, health and fitness, nutrition and sports psychology is now available at http://wexford.edu/; online winter classes begin Jan. ...

Graphic Encounter has been awarded/completed the contract to provide custom framed framed original photographic images by Meg Durrance for the guest rooms of this iconic hotel. Graphic Encounter dialogues with distinguished interior design/architectural firms throughout North America to provide framed artwork/mirrors for 5 star hotel projects/commercial venues. About Graphic Encounter Graphic Encounter, founded in 1970 by Ron Golbus, is a professional fine art + hospitality art consulting firm located in Aspen, Colorado. Graphic Encounter provides Framed Art + ...

The Wall Center for Plastic Surgery has been named a Black Diamond level provider by Allergan, Inc., an industry leader in medical aesthetics. The family of plastic surgeons in Shreveport, Louisiana, earned Allergan's highest distinction for their expertise and experience in procedures using Allergan products. Dr. Holly Wall attributes the award, in large part, to The Wall Center's patients. "We could not have achieved this status without our amazing patients, many of whom have been with us for decades. We want to thank them for helping us to earn this prestigious ...

Dr Shapira and his wife Elise were together for over 40 years when she succumbed to cancer after battling breast and ovarian cancer for over 20 years. Shortly before Elise's death her son Billy ran the Marathon in her honor. In December Dr Shapira decided to honor his wifes memory by raising money for cancer research by running the marathon. Dr Shapira was not a runner and his first run was less than 100 yards when he had an enormous problem, how to get home. Two weeks after starting to train for the marathon he had surgery for a torn meniscus in his right knee. Undeterred ...

Given Talamas Broadcast Equipment's ongoing emphasis on providing the latest cutting-edge video and audio technology for their clients, it's only natural they were the first in New England to offer Sound Devices audio gear such as the 788T Twelve-Track Recorder and CL-8 Mixing Control Surface, in addition to their compliment of Sound Devices PIX audio/video recorders. Over the course of October and November 2012, Talamas will be expanding on their sales and rental inventory of Sound Devices equipment with the 664 Production Mixer, CL-6 Expander and PIX 220i, PIX 240i ...

What they won't know however, is how the newest social media tool on the block, Google Plus, can be effectively incorporated into an SEO plan to promote webpages up the organic search. And, according to leading Manchester graphic designer Jim Adams, of Adams Graphic Design, it appears that Google Plus can be of benefit in more ways than one. "As the various techniques of SEO have been tried and tested for a number of years now, most non-specialists are aware of the need to get good quality inbound links and populate pages with strong keyword-rich content," ...

Responding to patient demand, CosmetiCare (http://www.cosmeticare.com) has announced it is expanding its current laser procedure offerings to accommodate growing interest. More Orange County laser hair removal and laser skin resurfacing patients have chosen the practice this year. CosmetiCare is a local leader in cosmetic and plastic surgery, and seeks to offer more minimal-downtime treatments for its growing patient base. "The demand for laser-based procedures has grown remarkably in recent years," says Dr. Michael Niccole, a board-certified plastic surgeon ...

Dr. Blake Weber, Little Rock dentist, is proud to have been honored by Little Rock Family Magazine as one of 2012's top family dentists. The list was published as part of the magazine's annual survey of Little Rock residents' favorite family locations around the city. "I am so honored to have been chosen as one of the top family dentists in Little Rock. It is especially meaningful that this list was compiled by surveying families in the area. I believe that we offer a very friendly atmosphere and highly effective service at our practice and this honor reaffirms ...

Mimi's Oasis announces the launch of its online store (http://www.mimisoasis.com), breathing life into the world of hair accessories. There's no doubt these hair accessories will catch your eye with their unique style and quality. With flower barrettes available in a stunning array of colors and styles including animal print. Don't forget the popular crochet beanie hats and headbands also available in a variety of colors that are sure to compliment any outfit! Each piece is crafted by hand with great attention to detail utilizing alligator clips for flexibility. ...

Pardee Homes took the spotlight for new home community excellence and for stellar management of its design studios last night, as Southern California's new home marketing leaders celebrates the 2012 SoCal Awards in Anaheim. Pardee Homes earned 12 Finalists in the competition, with its LivingSmart Homes Hillside in Lake Elsinore named Community of The Year for detached homes priced under $500,000, and Leslie Kelley honored for Individual Achievement as Builder Designer of the Year in Pardee's Inland Empire and San Diego regions. Providing affordable and move-up ownership ...

Changes in routine and the strange sights and sounds of Halloween can cause stress in a normally placid family dog. Keep dogs out of the fray by securing them away from the door and providing a long-lasting chew treat. Teach kids to Be a Tree and stand still if any dogs come near them on Halloween. Halloween is lots of fun for kids, but many dogs will be confused or upset by kids in strange costumes and by lots of people coming to the door, but never being invited in. Doggone Safe offers the following tips for dog owners, kids and parents: Dog owners: - Secure ...

Director of YPI Crew, Laurence Reymann is known for her passion for life and energy in the work place. To date, both these attributes have been employed to great effect within the crew recruitment industry. For the first time however, this year her attention will be split between the office in Antibes and the race track, as YPI Crew sponsors one of their own yacht captains in the SPEED Euroseries. "Racing and Yachting are both high-end pursuits fostering the type of excellence which is the cornerstone of my vision for YPI Crew. Skill, energy, courage and determination ...

Cesarean sections, as known as C-sections, are the most common surgeries in the United States today. While they can be quite literally a life saver for some mothers and their new babies, other mothers are electing to have a C-section in lieu of delivering naturally to avoid the inconvenience of not knowing when they are going to deliver. However, C-sections carry risks like any other type of surgery, and now experts believe that electing to have a child prior to full term may result in brain development consequences for the baby later in life. Physicians who negligently ...

If you have ever been to New York City, you know that the city is extremely walker friendly; you do not need a vehicle to get from borough to borough. In fact, many believe that biking and walking help make the city a healthier and safer place. However, new data suggests that the increase in walkers and bikers is actually leading to more fatalities on the New York City roads. Specifically, the Mayor's Management Report indicates that traffic fatalities were up by 23 percent from last year. Yet, the total number of car-to-car accidents in New York City has fallen for ...

We live in a culture awash in acronyms. From LOL to ASAP, the waves of shorthand keep cresting. In the construction industry, however, there is one acronym that everyone should know: PPE. Personal protection equipment can take many forms. But it plays a key role in safeguarding construction workers from on-the-job injuries. This article will discuss employers' responsibility to provide proper personal protection equipment to prevent injuries on construction sites. Without such protection, too many construction injuries occur that could have been fairly easily prevented. Construction ...

Multitasking is all but a way of life in the modern world. Most of us realize that doing two or more things at once tends to detract from quality; but we may not always recognize that it can also be dangerous. In a new study that appears in the journal Computers in Human Behavior, researchers delved into the different kinds of distraction brought about by multitasking. Their findings seem to indicate that texting while driving is a perfect storm of visual distraction that puts motorists at far more risk of causing an accident than simply talking on the phone. Visual ...

In the fall of 2012, a 21-year-old cyclist was struck by a vehicle as she biked upon Highway 29 in Alexandria, Minn. After the accident, local police immediately investigated the matter. Unfortunately, little information was available regarding the details of the incident. When someone is injured in a cycling accident, many questions come to mind. Was the biker abiding by local traffic laws? Was the motorist reckless or inattentive? What is the extent of any injuries? In a perfect world, these questions could be resolved quickly if every collision was digitally recorded ...

One of the main benefits of forming a limited liability company (perhaps better known as an LLC) is that this type of business structure is understood to shield owners' personal assets in the event that the business becomes encumbered by significant financial obligations. For instance, if someone sues an LLC and obtains a judgment awarding financial damages, even if the business runs out of money, real estate, savings, retirement accounts and any other personal property owned by individual LLC members generally cannot be touched. But, at least in South Carolina, LLC members ...

Did you know that there have been lengthy delays at North Carolina's State Crime Laboratory? The waiting period for test results has been so lengthy that prosecutors have dismissed criminal cases. Local news sources suggest that a budget reduction and fewer lab employees have resulted in at least a year-long delay in criminal cases. Reasons for Delays According to The Herald Sun, multiple factors are contributing to the problem. First, caseloads are increasing, which means more lab submissions. The North Carolina State Attorney General's office notes the crime lab ...

Ohio recently passed new distracted driving laws that may have implications for vehicular negligence, injury and even homicide cases. For individuals accused of vehicular negligence, injury or homicide, these new laws may help prove that the accused did not intend to injure the victim, by allowing them to more readily point to the victim's own distracted behavior. Ohio's New Distracted Driving Laws It is currently illegal for Ohio drivers to use their cell phones to text while driving. For adults, the new law is a secondary offense, meaning that drivers must be committing ...

A recent study from a team of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine researchers have found that more than one in four intensive care unit (ICU) patients who died suffered some degree of misdiagnosis. While the number of deaths (over 40,000) is quite sizeable, because of the variability of of the cause of death, this issue has received little study. The lead author of the report, Bradford Winters, M.D., Ph.D., comments that, "Our study shows that misdiagnosis is alarmingly common in the acute care setting." The study found that 28 percent of patients ...

Many people don't realize that when they pay into the Social Security fund through payroll deductions, they not only invest in future retirement benefits, but also in the Social Security Disability Insurance program. SSDI benefits are monthly cash payments to people who are unable to work, meet the official definition of disability and who meet the federal government's other eligibility requirements. Eligibility requirements are very exact and detailed. In general terms, to be insured under the program and eligible for SSDI payments upon disability, a person must ...