VIDEO: This NOAA video shows the March 11, 2011, Japanese tsunami, the debris created by its force and that debris being carried out to sea. It incorporates a NOAA ocean model... Click here for more information. Debris from the tsunami that devastated Japan in March could reach the United States as early as this winter, according to predictions by NOAA scientists. However, they warn there is still a large amount of uncertainty over exactly what is still floating, where it's ...

Short, fast, and frequent: Those 21st-century demands on publication have radically changed the news, politics, and culture—for the worse, many say. Now an article in January's Perspectives on Psychological Science, a journal published by the Association for Psychological Science, aims a critique at a similar trend in psychological research. The authors, psychologists Marco Bertamini of the University of Liverpool and Marcus Munafò of the University of Bristol, call it "bite-size science"—papers based on one or a few studies and small samples. "We're not against concision," ...

Getting injured on the job is not a pleasant experience for anyone involved. It puts an employee temporarily or permanently out of work and creates paperwork and costs for employers. These inconveniences, however, never justify an employer taking retaliatory action against an injured worker. Threatening an injured worker with job loss or actually firing an employee for making a workers' compensation claim are illegal actions. The state of Minnesota takes a tough stand against such employment practices, and employees should know that they have the support of the state ...

In an effort to resolve a dispute with the United States government, Swiss bank Credit Suisse will lift the veil of secrecy shrouding its bank accounts. This action could result in potentially severe consequences for many Americans. Switzerland's second largest bank is being investigated by the United States government for possibly helping U.S. citizens evade taxes through "secret" accounts. The bank will turn over previously confidential account information such as client names and account information to the Swiss Federal Tax Administration, who, at its discretion, ...

Coronary heart disease is the number one killer of Americans, accounting for one million deaths each year. A heart disease diagnosis can be crippling to someone whose family relies on his or her income to make ends meet. Often, heart disease renders a patient unable to work due to the strain it puts on its victim's everyday life. A heart condition does not necessarily lead to economic ruin, however. There are financial resources available to people with heart disease, and one of the most beneficial is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). SSDI is income available ...

The Texas courts issued a decision recently that could limit the liability of car owners when they loan their vehicles to other individuals who operate them while intoxicated. In G & H Towing v. Magee, the adult children of a couple killed by a drunk driver in a borrowed car sued the owner of the car for damages on a theory of negligent entrustment. The plaintiffs alleged that the owner had been negligent in allowing the vehicle to be used in a dangerous manner. The car's owner, William Colson, worked with the driver, Joseph Violante, on a tugboat where the two ...

A number of large federal health care programs have been vulnerable to fraud for years. Although there is no way to accurately measure the exact financial impact of undetected fraud, officials estimate that abuses of health care initiatives cost billions of dollars every year. In the current climate of slow economic growth and tight government budgets, officials are making concentrated efforts to trim waste. For the Obama administration, this means taking a hard line on health care fraud. New enforcement measures have resulted in a significant number of fines, penalties ...

Global Baking & Finance Review has rewarded those banks and financial institutions who have exceptionally achieved results and who stand out in their particular area of expertise in the banking and finance industry. The awards have become a benchmark for performance and reliability within the banking and finance world and provide an accurate indicator of the leading organizations in this world. The awards recognize achievement, challenge, progress and inspirational changes within the world of finance across the planet. Global Banking & Finance Review will ...

He was fired, arrested and put on trial. His entire world rocked by false allegations and now he's back! Reese Hopkins returns on January 3, 2012 via www.BlogTalkRadio.com with "Reese On The Radio". A 3 hour weeknight program that can be heard live and listeners can call in to be a part of the show. BlogTalkRadio is the largest and fastest growing online talk radio network. A truly democratized medium, BlogTalkRadio has tens of thousands of hosts and millions of listeners tuning in and joining the conversation each month. "My new show will be much ...

The partners of two well-known Madison, Wisconsin area law firms, Boardman, Suhr, Curry & Field LLP and Lathrop & Clark LLP, have announced that they are forming a new partnership as of January 1, 2012. The new firm, Boardman & Clark LLP, will have nearly 70 lawyers, making it the second largest Madison-based law firm. "It's a natural fit - both firms are committed to providing the highest quality legal services, with the highest ethical standards. We will enhance the strengths of both firms by joining together," said James Bartzen, who will chair ...

There is a different way to get that hit of nicotine without hurting yourself and those around you according to prominent harm reduction specialists like Bill Godshall of Smoke Free Pennsylvania. It's called an e-cigarette and it is the future of smoking in America. A study by researchers at the Boston University School of Public Health in 2010 concluded that electronic cigarettes were safer than real cigarettes. In the report, the level of carcinogens in electronic cigarettes was found to be up to 1,000 times lower than regular cigarettes. An e-cigarette can deliver ...

"Fitness Revolution will help you reach the best body you've ever had—guaranteed!" promises body transformation expert Jason Yun. "We will help you get more energy than you know what to do with and teach you the strategies you need to look better naked." Locations and time slots for this innovative, small-group training program are available in both Hilliard and Reynoldsburg. Fitness Revolution trainers guide participants step-by-step through an amazing transformation of both their bodies and their lifestyles. Each group is limited to a maximum number ...

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evening at 8:00 PM eastern time, you can listen to Wellness, Wholeness & Wisdom radio with host Psychologist Parthenia Izzard, CNHP on BlogTalkRadio. The program is archived within minutes of the live broadcast on the internet and rebroadcast. On your computer go to http://www.amtherapies.com and click on the Radio link to listen to the show live online or on your phone! Program topics range from authors like Bishop Jordan, James Redfield, Immaculee Ilibagiza, and William Tiller to owners of products like Rishi Teas, and Dr. Kracker. ...

Oyster producers who survived the March 11 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami have teamed up with a local oyster marketing and sales firm to produce and distribute deluxe quality oysters. This tie-up is Japan's first official collaboration between multiple oyster producers and a private company. Hiroaki Saito, the president of iLINK Inc. (please see end of release for details), who initiated the Save Sanriku Oysters project, has joined hands with 19 oyster producers, including 3 representatives hailing from key production areas in Miyagi (Mangokuura in Ishinomaki, ...

To further accommodate increasing customers, Harley Parts has now moved to a bigger and better location. New address is at 3270c Armstrong St., Merville, Pasay City, Metro Manila. Harley Parts' new space can now entertain more customers and service more clients. Harley Parts is the metro's favorite shopping point of Harley enthusiasts. Open to serve 7 days a week, the store offers a full line of accessories and parts. From engine parts, filters, brake pads and kits, cables, handlebars and controls, grips, forward controls, mirrors, electrical parts, including coils, ...

Red Rover has been named the January 2012 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. Founded in 1987, Red Rover focuses on bringing animals out of crisis and strengthening the bond between people and animals through a variety of programs, including emergency sheltering, disaster relief services, financial assistance and education. The organization is based in Sacramento, California. In addition to helping animals in need, Red Rover piloted a unique program that aids children ...

On February 24th, 2012, Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge will host the "All-Star Celebrity Golf Invitational". Golfers, sponsors, and supporters from around the region will join forces with celebrities of sport and entertainment for a great cause. The tournament allows for a unique opportunity to tee it up with celebrities on a course that is legendary. This week, Anthony Anderson, actor ("Law and Order", "Barbershop"), comedian and host of the Golf Channel's "Golf in America" committed to the All-Star Celebrity Golf ...

A Muay Thai vs Martial Arts fighting event will be held at Nonthaburi in Thailand in February 2012, in aid of a good cause. To take place at the MCC Hall venue, located at The Mall Shopping Center in Ngamwongwan, it will pit experts of the famous Thai boxing discipline against practitioners of several other styles of martial art. The history of Muay Thai goes back hundreds of years and has its origins as a close combat battlefield fighting skill. Audiences will be able to watch Muay Thai champions facing off against top-line judo, karate, taekwondo, capoiera ...

Renowned UK dubstep artist Benga will be travelling to Kuala Lumpur next month to give a performance for his Malaysian fans.   The Croydon-born music producer will be playing at the Mint Club on January 11th 2012, with proceedings set to get underway at 20:00 local time.   Despite only being in his mid-20s, the talented Londoner has already had a career spanning more than ten years, having played his first gig at the tender age of 14.   He is now a household name, having played a key role in propelling dubstep to mainstream prominence alongside collaborators such ...

The award-winning Hong Kong Fringe Club has announced Ya Gotta Swing, a special concert event that will showcase a wide range of musical styles.   Hong Kong City Hall Theatre will be the venue of the two-night show, which will take place on January 13th and 14th 2012 at 20:00 local time and will encompass jazz, big band and hip-hop performers.   Elaine Liu and the Saturday Night Jazz Orchestra will be entertaining audiences in a shared performance with jazz pianist Chihiro Yamanaka, while Lando Bernal's Big Broad Band will also be attending.   Meanwhile, attendees ...

Bali's annual Jazz Market by the Sea will take place once again at the Taman Bhagawan venue in Nusa Dua next month.   To be held between January 6th and 8th 2012, the event will see talented musicians from around the world - including many local acts - performing in a vibrant market-style festival, complete with stalls and other attractions.   Performances this year will be given by the likes of Khatulistiwa, Savana Zapoiya, Lisa Soul, Erin Band, The Hydrant, Syaharani and The Brass Sections, among many others.   The purpose of the event is to showcase the talents ...

Fans of cutting-edge music will congregate in the South Korean capital to experience the Seoul Electronic Music Festival on January 14th 2012.   The event will be held at the Kintex venue and is set to kick off at 15:00 local time, running throughout the day and into the early hours of the next morning.   A wide variety of top electronic musicians from around the globe will be taking part in the festival, including the likes of Above and Beyond, Crystal Castles, Idiotape, Telepathy, the Kim Changwan Band and Mongoose.   Attendees can expect to hear performances that ...

Visitors to Malaysia next month will be able to enjoy a shopper's paradise at the Spring Fair 2012 in Penang. The retail carnival will be held at the Penang International Sports Arena venue between January 12th and 15th in order to mark the coming Chinese new year and will feature products to suit a wide array of tastes. Everything from arts and crafts, foodstuffs and household products to electronic items and toys and gifts will be on sale at affordable prices all under one roof, with goods designed to appeal to people of all backgrounds. The four-day carnival ...

Travellers to Thailand during January 2012 will be able to get into the spirit of the Chinese New Year Celebrations that will be taking place across the country.   Bangkok's Chinatown will be the central hub for festivities that will be spread across 11 major Thai provinces between January 19th and 29th 2012, reflecting the strong influence of Chinese culture in the country.   Specific events and activities will be taking place to mark 37 years of friendship between China and Thailand, with locals celebrating the year of the dragon via cooking demonstrations, regional ...

Singapore's Esplanade Recital Studio will play host to One Man and His Sitar next month, a solo show for the talented local musician Krsna Tan.   To be held on January 14th 2012, the performance will showcase the abilities of one of Singapore's leading sitar players, who has won numerous admirers since claiming first prize at the National Indian Music Competition at the age of 12 in 2002.   Since then, he has been able to develop an individualistic style that pushes the boundaries of conventional musical ideas, offering creative reinventions of popular tunes.   He ...