Preschools help children prepare for the rigors of grade school—especially children who come from a minority family, a poor family, or whose parents don't provide high-quality interactions. The results of a new study of over 1,000 identical and fraternal twins, published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science, confirm that preschool programs are a good idea. Of course, many children from poor families excel in school. But it's no secret that many do not. People used to think this had to do with the lower-quality schools in poor ...

Before our Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation devices can tell us where we are, the satellites that make up the GPS need to know exactly where they are. For that, they rely on a network of sites that serve as "you are here" signs planted throughout the world. The catch is, the sites don't sit still because they're on a planet that isn't at rest, yet modern measurements require more and more accuracy in pinpointing where "here" is. To meet this need, NASA is helping to lead an international effort to upgrade the four systems that supply this crucial location information. ...

Los Angeles, CA (February 23, 2012) Do strict underage drinking laws really have a positive impact on society? A recent study finds that strictly enforcing possession of alcohol under the legal age or PULA (also known as PAULA) laws on teenagers reduces the likelihood that they will engage in alcohol-related crime as adults. This study was documented in the article "The Relationship between Underage Alcohol Possession and Future Criminal Behavior: An Empirical Analysis Using Age-Period Cohort Characteristics Models," published in SAGE Open. Authors Chris Barnum, Nick Richardson, ...

The loss of U.S. manufacturing jobs is a topic that can provoke heated arguments about globalization. But what do the cold, hard numbers reveal? How has the rise in foreign manufacturing competition actually affected the U.S. economy and its workers? A new study co-authored by MIT economist David Autor shows that the rapid rise in low-wage manufacturing industries overseas has indeed had a significant impact on the United States. The disappearance of U.S. manufacturing jobs frequently leaves former manufacturing workers unemployed for years, if not permanently, while ...

New York City, February 23, 2012 – Voluminous research literature attests to the multiple negative consequences of maternal depression and depressive symptoms for the health and development of children. In contrast, there is a profound paucity of information about depressive symptoms in fathers according to a follow up study by NYU School of Medicine researchers in the February 23rd online edition of Maternal and Child Health Journal. In late 2011 lead investigator, Michael Weitzman, MD, professor of Pediatrics and Environmental Medicine and his co-authors identified, ...

Augusta, Ga. – Cells that die naturally generate a lot of internal debris that can trigger the immune system to attack the body, leading to diseases such as lupus. Now Georgia Health Sciences University researchers report that an enzyme known to help keep a woman's immune system from attacking a fetus also helps block development of these autoimmune diseases that target healthy tissues, such as DNA or joints. The findings point toward new treatment strategies for autoimmune diseases, which are on the rise in light of a germ-conscious society that regularly destroys ...

Facing DUI charges alone is not a good thing to do. Drunk driving cases are complicated in a sense that it involves court laws ans technicalities. If you are being arrested of DUI in Florida, the best thing to do is find a good Tampa DUI Lawyer your case. If you choose to resolve your case on your own without an attorney, the ramifications of a DUI conviction will go far beyond. A person accused of DUI needs to have a strong defense to beat the charges filed against him. If you need a credible DUI lawyer to defend your case, Finebloom & Haenel, P.A., can provide a legal ...

Debut author Martin Crosbie has become a bestselling sensation on Amazon.com. His book, My Temporary Life has been downloaded over 63,000 times over the past two weeks. It hit the number one spot for downloaded eBooks the weekend of Feb 11-12 and is now listed on Amazon as number six on the top ten eBooks written by an independent author. My Temporary Life has also hit the bestseller chart at number seventh overall bestseller on indiereader.com. Crosbie's debut novel has earned 34 five star reviews from readers across the globe. At one time, Crosbie was struggling to ...

Dr. Energy Saver Columbia has recently participated in three home shows in the Carolinas, where they awarded several prizes to special attendees. Dr. Energy Saver Columbia participated in this year's South Carolina Pest Control Association's professional school, which has been held annually since 1959 and this marked its 53rd year. At this event, Dr. Energy Saver awarded Pat W. with a $200 gift card to Lowe's. This school provides pest control owners, technicians and related professionals the most current information on university research, application technology, regulatory ...

The Renegade Leader (formerly Open Door Coaching) has been selected as a winner in New Hampshire Business Review's 2012 BOB Awards, which honor the "Best of Business" in New Hampshire in over 80 categories. The Renegade Leader was honored in a statewide reader's survey in the executive/business coaching category. CEO, Debora McLaughlin will be joining the honored at a celebration to be held from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 8 at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord. "With thousands of ballots cast for the 2012 Awards, the BOBs have really ...

Graham's Carpet Network, northern Colorado's traveling floor and window covering store, and Nordy's BBQ's Loveland location will host a February 23 viewing party of the reality show Ultimate Fishing Experience. The UFE episode, shot in early January, features materials and labor provided by Graham's Carpet Network, while Nordy's catered five days of lunches for the cast and crew when the show remodeled an injured military veteran's Brighton home. The show is scheduled to premiere at 6:30 Mountain time Thursday, February 23, and be aired as a re-broadcast on March 22. Ultimate ...

GastroIntestinal Healthcare will serve as a Bronze Sponsor of this year's 4th Annual Get Your Rear in Gear - Raleigh 5K Race. Get Your Rear in Gear is a multi-city event designed to promote colon cancer awareness and provide support for those affected by the disease. The 5K timed walk/run will be held at Fred Fletcher Park in Raleigh on Saturday, March 3rd and will begin at 9:00 a.m. In addition to its sponsorship, GastroIntestinal Healthcare is also forming a team made up of practice members, patients, and friends and family members. This marks the practice's fourth consecutive ...

Staying educated and staying informed is so important in nearly every aspect of one's life, and the case is no different when working in the financial services industry. Staying educated, constantly searching for ways to self-improve, and being able to adapt are all abilities that can help create success. Dedication and passion for helping others has allowed Sterling Hirsch of Sterling First Financial (http://sterlingfirstfinancial.com/) assist his clients in achieving their financial goals. Sterling Hirsch, a Palm Desert, California resident, husband, and father of ...

Rock Cellar Magazine. a music, journalism, and cultural entertainment website announced its debut this month - with a goal of being a convenient one-stop for people interested in timeless music and popular interest stories. Its location is http://www.rockcellarmagazine.com Originally launched as Back Page Magazine, Rock Cellar Magazine has changed its name to avoid confusion with another website. It's content remains the same, although the look of the magazine has gotten a makeover. Conceived as a labor-of-love by founder/publisher Kevin Wachs, Rock Cellar Magazine's ...

The golf tournament, organized by the Rotary Club of Mount Dora, will be held on Friday, April 20, 2012 from 7:30 am until 2:00 pm. The 8:30 am Shot Gun Start will follow breakfast. Lunch will be served and awards given at 1 pm at the Country Club of Mount Dora, 1900 Country Club Blvd, Mount Dora, Florida 32757-6904. Soft spikes will be worn for the 4-person scramble event. A maximum of 144 golfers will be admitted to the course. The entry form can be obtained from the contact below or under EVENTS at http://www.facebook.com/RotaryClubofMountDora. Past-President Gregg ...

On Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 11 am to 4 pm, Williams Homes will host a barbecue lunch, a live remote with local radio station KDUC 94.3, and a motorcycle giveaway during the Grand Opening Celebration of the new family homes at Falcon Ridge in Barstow. Home shoppers are invited to come tour the decorated model homes and fill out a registration card to enjoy complimentary barbecue lunch benefiting the Barstow High School Band & Color Guard Boosters. Guests will enjoy live music from KDUC 94.3 radio and have a chance to enter-to-win a free motorcycle from Barstow ...

The New Rochelle Council on the Arts will honor founding member Thea Eichler with a special exhibition at the New Rochelle Public Library from March 11th through March 28th. An opening reception on March 11th from 3 to 5 p.m. will feature a range of artistic performances for members of the NRCA as well as friends and family of Thea Eichler. The performance will take place in the Ossie Davis Theater and will be followed by a reception at 5 p.m.; both are free and open to the public. Thea Eichler has been active in the cultural life of New Rochelle for more than 30 years. ...

The F.A.C.T Foundation for Diabetes will be holding a bench lift competition on Saturday, April 28 2012 starting at 1pm at Morris Hills High School in Rockaway, NJ. 100% of proceeds will go directly towards the foundation's mission of finding a cure for diabetes and local under-insured or uninsured diabetics in need of financial assistance for their medical supplies. "I am thrilled that both Lusardi's Health & Training Center and Morris Hills High School have jumped on board with us for this," says William Sisca, president and founder of the F.A.C.T Foundation. ...

Harsh Sentences for Juveniles Under Oregon's Measure 11: Do They Work? In 1994, Oregonians overwhelmingly approved a ballot initiative that applied mandatory minimum prison sentences to persons convicted of certain serious crimes. Know as Measure 11, the ballot measure has resulted in longer terms for thousands of inmates and has dramatically increased the population within Oregon prisons and correspondingly costs to tax payers. As 2012 gets underway, the debate as to whether Measure 11 is being appropriately applied to youthful offenders continues. Juveniles charged ...

Asbestos in the Automotive Industry When people think of asbestos, they may imagine an older building's rafters coated with the fibrous material. They also may believe that its use was banned outright in the 1980s with federal legislation. However, asbestos is still used in consumer products today and may be present right underfoot on your car's brake or clutch mechanism. Due to its excellent ability to protect and insulate against high heat and friction, asbestos was commonly used in older automobile manufacturing to protect parts that are constantly subjected to ...

Texas Sales Tax Fraud Retailers in Texas are required to collect sales and use taxes on the "tangible personal property or taxable services." Failure to pay those taxes after collecting them can result in severe penalties and Texas business people should know about sales and use tax laws so they avoid committing tax crimes. Sales Tax Fraud Investigations In 2007, the Texas legislature passed House Bill 11, which made it easier for the state comptroller investigate suspected sales tax fraud. Wholesalers and distributors of ale, beer, wine, cigars, cigarettes ...

Distracted Driving Claims Lives by the Thousands In 2009 alone, 5,474 people were killed and approximately 448,000 more were injured in vehicle accidents involving distracted driving, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That equates to about 15 deaths and 1,200 injuries per day, many of which are entirely preventable. Drivers of all ages and abilities put themselves and others at risk when they allow themselves to become distracted behind the wheel. Common distractions that contribute to car accidents include: -Texting or talking ...

Knowledge Is the Key to Investing in Real Estate in Texas Texas has a reputation for bucking the economic trend that the rest of the country tends to follow. Its strong underlying economy and job market momentum gets the attention of real estate investors worldwide. Real estate services company Jones Lang LaSalle mentions Austin as one of the world's top cities for commercial real estate investment. Investors purchased 1.8 million square feet of commercial space in Houston last year and more of the same is expected this year. According to the National Association ...

One of Leeds' leading roofing companies, DPR Ltd has recently launched a new 'security services' brand that will offer domestic and commercial customers the complete range of CCTV Systems, Burglar Alarms and Security Systems. DPR Secure will be run by directors Darren Rickett and Shaun Crutchley and aims to supply, install, maintain and repair a diverse range of security products. Working alongside major manufacturers such as Panasonic, Menvier, Firesafe, RISCO & Vidicon, DPR Secure will deliver services throughout the Yorkshire area, including Leeds, Wakefield, ...

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