Agent B. Jones had been captured by the notorious terrorist named “Colonel Z” after he was caught rummaging through Z’s office, seeking information that would send the criminal to jail without parole. Two of the Colonel’s cronies entered and drew knives. Jones fought off the man’s two thugs, but fifteen minutes into the karate action, he was tied hand and […]
First, let’s establish exactly what an entrepreneur is. The online encyclopedia Wikipedia defines it as “someone who establishes a new entity, to offer a new or existing product or service in a new or existing market. Entrepreneurs often have strong beliefs about a market opportunity and are willing to accept a high level of personal commitment. , professional or financial […]
Communication is at the heart of learning. Traditional arguments about whether or not technology can help in education have become more complex in the context of children with autism and their communication needs. Much has been discussed about the potential of mobile applications for children with autism, which can be easily seen in the field of communication, particularly in augmentative […]
Throughout history, ancient peoples have created stories (myths, fables, legends, etc.) to explain the origin of humanity, the universe, and life itself. Creation stories involving gods and spirits are based on half-truths. Every culture or civilization, up to the Modern Age, has taken parts of the truths and expanded on them, in an effort to explain the beginnings of our […]
What is fiber? There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble, but most high-fiber foods contain some of both. It is also considered dietary or functional. The type of dietary fiber is the indigestible part of the plants we eat, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, and nuts. This is obtained naturally from whole foods. The functional type […]
In my chosen profession, known as the carnival for all, there are quite a few drug addicts. This is mainly because most carnies get paid a certain amount every day no matter what they do. If you work rides and food and other salaried positions they give you a raffle every day. If someone works on games, known as agents, […]
Here are some subtle concepts you may not have thought of but should consider before bringing home that four-legged family member. 1. How playful is the dog? Joy is directly related to the energy of the dog. When people have the desire to get a dog for the first time, their initial thought is to get one with the most […]
A person who operates a tourism business is a broker. A broker is an intermediary. Brokers buy or arrange items or services and sell them to the ultimate buyer. Some examples of intermediaries are: Independent insurance agents. These agents do not offer insurance; arrange insurance for you from an insurance company. Insurance agents typically receive a commission from an insurance […]
On February 3, 2012, it was announced that Rafer Alston, also known by his legendary childhood basketball nickname Skip To My Lou, would be returning to the professional basketball scene. The NBA Development League LA D-Fenders team decided to add him to his roster. The story of Rafer, a former recreational basketball legend who helped And1 launch a “streetball” empire […]
My father (Dad, may your soul rest in peace) built a house in Akokwa, Nigeria, that had a back fence of blocks, with the top covered in nails and broken glass. Despite the stingers, the lizards, especially the red-headed, droop-necked ones, rested and crawled over the fence, going from one corner to the other. On the inside of the fence, […]
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