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Consensus in the English language is defined firstly as unanimous or general agreement; and secondly group solidarity of belief or sentiment. [1]Ideally, achieving consensus requires serious treatment of every group member's considered opinion. Those who wish to take up some action want to hear those who oppose it, because they count on the fact that the ensuing debate will improve the consensus. Action without resolution of considered opposition will be rare and done with attention to minimize damage to relationships. A close equivalent phrase might be the "collective agreement" of a group, keeping in mind that a high degree of variation is still possible among individuals, and certainly if there must be individual commitment to follow up the decision with action, this variation remains important. There is considerable debate and research into both collective intelligence and consensus decision-making. This article focuses strictly on the idea of consensus in the abstract, not on the implications of consensus for politics or economics, where follow-up action is required.
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1. Iraqi Parliament Fails Again to Approve New Electoral Law
November 08, 2009
The Iraqi parliament has postponed the vote to approve a new electoral law, Saturday, that it needs to hold January 16 parliamentary elections. It was the seventh time in the last month that Iraqi MPs were unable to resolve disagreements.It was several times in recent weeks that the Iraqi parliament tried and failed to reach a consensus over a new electoral law to pave the way for scheduled parliamentary elections on January 16.Iraqi TV had reported, earlier in the day, that a compromise had been reached over the thorny issue of Kirkuk, which pits Kurds, Turkomens and Arabs against each other,... (read more)
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2. Iraqi Lawmakers Fail to Vote on Election Law
November 07, 2009
The Iraqi parliament has again failed to approve a law that would govern next year's national elections.Iraqi lawmakers say they will consider the bill again on Sunday.Their
repeated failure to reach a consensus on the controversial bill has
raised doubts that the elections will take place as planned on January
16.The election commission chief, Faraj al-Haidari, had warned
parliament that if it did not approve the bill this week, there would
not be enough time to get ready for the vote.Lawmakers cannot
agree on the voting guidelines for Kirkuk, an oil-rich province that is
home to Kurdish, Ara... (read more)
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3. IMS Health
November 05, 2009
Daily Market Commentary for November 5, 2009
IMS Health
IMS Health Inc., a health care data company, announced Thursday that TPG Capital and CPP Investment Board would be purchasing the company for $4 billon. (Read more at Millennium-Traders.Com) http://www.millennium-traders.com/news/marketcommentarynovember509.aspx
Economic data released today:
Nonfarm Productivity: U.S. 3Q Non-Farm Productivity rose 9.5%; compared to consensus of an increase by 7.0%.
Unit Labor Costs: U.S. 3Q Unit Labor Costs fell 5.2%; compared to consensus of a decrease by 4.5%.
Initial Jo... (read more)
Author: Barry O
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4. Whole Foods: Healthy Results For Whole Foods Stores
November 05, 2009
Whole Foods Market Inc. (WFMI - Snapshot Report), the ecological and organic grocer, recently reported its fourth quarter results. Whole Foods earnings of 19 cents a share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny, surging 18.8% from 16 cents posted in the prior-year quarter. On a reported basis, including few and far between items, Whole Foods earnings came in at 20 cents a share, far ahead of 1 cent delivered in the year-ago quarter. The stringent cost-control measures, effective inventory management, improved store-level performance and increase in lower-priced brands drove ear... (read more)
Author: RJ Camposagrado
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5. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is Easy or is it?
November 05, 2009
There?s a hot discussion on the BetterNetworker forum about how easy is SEO (Search Engine Optimization). Several views are reflected and I think the consensus is that SEO is easy if you know what you?re doing.
I consider myself a fantastic almost a gourmet cook and things that I prepare and feel are very easy in the kitchen is a total nightmare for someone who doesn?t know anything about cooking. So the question, how easy is SEO is a valid one and my answer is it depends.
Cooking a good old fashion blackberry cobbler is one the easiest and most satisfying desserts I make in the spri... (read more)
Author: valarie taylor
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6. Good Ab Workouts for Women
November 04, 2009
Good ab Workouts to Look BetterMany people these days have a desire to fight extra weight, firm up the midriff and tighten those tummy muscles.So the call for information about getting great looking abs just keeps getting stronger. This will start to explain some small activities to make a start.In trying to get firmer and sexier abdominals, you must do the best ab workouts that has the general consensus as being the most effective. First, the abs will look good and second, you will build power and core body stregth and effectiveness.Guidelines for the Best ab WorkoutThe exercises outlined b... (read more)
Author: Lewis Neal
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7. How Often Should You Change Your Synthetic Oil
November 02, 2009
For decades car owners have pondered such eternal questions as, "What's that sound coming from my engine?" and "Is that part really necessary?" One of the most elusive pieces of car information though, has been how often should one change their oil? Every 3,000 miles? 5,000 miles? 9,000 miles? While there may not be a standard answer to this timeless inquiry, general consensus from car enthusiasts, talk show hosts, car magazines and dealers estimate the right time to be around 5,000 miles, give or take the type and age of the vehicle. Also, an equally daunting question for some has... (read more)
Author: Angela Entzminger
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8. Twenty Reasons why Pacquiao v. Cotto is Must See (Pay-per-View) TV
November 01, 2009
#1. Manny Pacquiao. The pound for pound has been dominating opponents in the ring, including his spectacular one punch knockout of Ricky Hatton earlier in the year.
#2. Miguel Cotto. A consensus top 10 fighter, Cotto is one controversy away from being undefeated and in the prime of his career.
#3. Speed. Both men possess it in abundance. Pacquiao should beat Cotto to the punch but not by much.
#4. Power. Both men possess it though neither will likely end this fight with one punch. Cotto could knock the aggression out of Pacquiao if he catches him square early in the contest. ... (read more)
Author: Mattt Marduk
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9. Scientology: A Basic History
October 31, 2009
Scientology is perhaps seen as a controversial religion emerging into the twenty first century. In this day and age, religion itself is controversial enough. But a new religion, growing, in the face of materialism, against the consensus that all is matter, that does stir the pot. There is much written on it, and a lot of that is simply well fabricated with zero truth in it. So what is Scientology really?
Certainly, the Church of Scientology has experienced the same growth and controversiality that has been common with the evolutionary steps of all earlier major religions today. So what i... (read more)
Author: Nick Broadhurst
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10. What is a Vinatage Farm tractor?
October 29, 2009
Unlike many collectors of antiques, antique tractor collectors and users don't have clubs that give definitive answers as to what vintage, classic, or antique means. The word antique is a catchall word for any tractor that seems to be satisfactorily old. Some folks reserve the terms like classic or vintage for more recent models, but there isn't any consensus as to exactly when each term applies. Most people appear to agree that the 1960s models of most makes represent the cusp of antique tractors. Often , models that were produced in the 1960s commenced their production years in the 1950s... (read more)
Author: Pat Kelly
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11. "Mann International"- International Economics-(More UK QE Certain)
October 27, 2009
“Mann International”: Britain’s economy contracted for a record 6th straight quarter.
“Mann International”: Any lingering hopes that the United Kingdom would be in a position to withdraw from its program of quantitative easing were dashed after data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that Europe’s second largest economy remained mired in recession for the sixth straight quarter.
Broad consensus among economists had expected the UK’s beleaguered economy to emerge from its recession with modest growth of 0.2% but the ONS figures showed that GDP had actually co... (read more)
Author: Erica Reardon
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12. How Can My Baby Have Baby Acne and He's Not That Old
October 27, 2009
Acne is a condition only affecting teenagers, true? False. Acne is a condition, which can affect people of any age, hence baby acne and adult acne are common. However acne is more common in teens. Acne is the number one skin problem in the world and affects huge numbers of people worldwide. And baby acne, although not common, can be a cause of some angst amongst parents.
What is baby acne? Acne is not totally understood, including baby acne. The cause of acne is not agreed on amongst the scientists. However the general consensus is that acne, including baby acne, is a condition caused by ... (read more)
Author: robin sarkaniya
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13. Approval Requirements for Home Schooling
October 27, 2009
There is more or less a general consensus on the inherent value of education. However, people may often disagree about the right method toward achieving that education. The majority of the population would rather opt for institutionalized formal education, referring to education offered in public or private education institutions like primary and secondary schools. However, as has been the recent trend, many parents in particular have begun considering or even going on ahead with home schooling their children. Home schooling, prevalent prior the inception of formalized school systems, is makin... (read more)
Author: Hong Kirby
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14. Understanding The Causes Can Help You Find The Right Stop Snoring Treatment
October 26, 2009
Understanding The Causes Can Help You Find The Right Stop Snoring Treatment
As with any medical condition, it is vital you understand what is causing the problem to begin with. Before you can properly treat your situation you need to know what is creating the issue. The same holds true for snoring as it is imperative the cause is identified in order to find the proper stop snoring treatment.
What you will find is that there are a number of different causes to snoring differing from person to person. The general consensus is anything that causes your air passage to narrow is going ... (read more)
Author: Schumy Cumi
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15. Microsoft Updates
October 26, 2009
Daily Market Commentary for October 23, 2009
Microsoft Updates
Investors were looking forward to seeing Microsoft Updates today to see how the software giant is recovering. (Read more at Millennium-Traders.Com) http://www.millennium-traders.com/news/marketcommentaryoctober2309.aspx
Economic data released today:
Existing Home Sales: U.S. September Existing Home Sales rose 9.4% to 5.57 Million Rate; U.S. September Existing Home Sales Consensus 5.38 Million Rate; U.S. Inventory Of Unsold U.S. Homes at 7.8 months supply; U.S. September Median Existing Home Price fell 8.5% on ... (read more)
Author: Barry O
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16. Challenges Remain Before Global Climate Meeting In Copenhagen
October 22, 2009
With less than 50 days until the Copenhagen Climate Conference, officials have been meeting in London to work out the details of an agreement. While there is universal consensus that there needs to be a deal at Copenhagen, there are still many challenges to hammering out an agreement.Climate change could bring significant threat to food production in many regions of the worldBritain hosted a meeting of officials from the 17 major economies this week, focusing on narrowing differences about how to tackle climate change ahead of December's Copenhagen Conference. British Energy and Climate Secret... (read more)
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17. The Need for Even Better Municipal Water Filtration
October 23, 2009
Municipal water filtration systems have been around for centuries. Even people several centuries back  realized the need for safe, clean public water and started demanding it from their leaders. This demand was based on an Enlightenment period concept that people had certain natural rights, such as the right to drink and bathe in clean water. Philosophers of the era spent hours pondering on this topic, and the general consensus was that the people were right in their expectations. As a result, different water purification methods were introduced.  In 1804, the first city-wide water fil... (read more)
Author: Kristie Brown
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18. US Leading Economic Indicators Rise Again
October 22, 2009
The latest U.S. economic data suggest the American economy will grow next year despite continued high unemployment. The consensus view among economists is that the U.S. economy is expanding at a 3 percent annual rate in the final months of the year, marking the end of a recession that began in late 2007. If a recovery is under way, its strength and sustainability has yet to be established. But clues are emerging.A gauge of future economic activity rose for the sixth consecutive month in September. The New York-based Conference Board's index of leading economic indicators rose 1 percent last mo... (read more)
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19. PetMed In-Line with Zacks Investment
October 22, 2009
PetMed Express, Inc. (PETS - Analyst Report), the America ?s biggest Pet Pharmacy, recently reported second-quarter 2010 results. The quarterly earnings of 28 cents a share came in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate but rose 12% year-on-year from 25 cents posted in the prior-year quarter.
Net sales increased 5% to $62.4 million during the quarter. Reorder sales jumped 11% to $45.8 million, whereas new order sales fell 8% to $16.7 million, as the new customer additions fell 3% to 233,000 due to reduced advertising spending (down 10% to $7.8 million). However, the cost to attain a new ... (read more)
Author: RJ Camposagrado
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20. Gold Miners' Margin Problem
October 22, 2009
As gold sets new highs, it would only be natural to assume that profit forecasts for gold mining companies would be soaring too. Surprisingly, profit forecasts are not jumping. Though some brokerage analysts have raised their full-year projections in recent weeks, the Zacks Consensus Estimate is not moving higher for most gold miners. Rather, it is essentially unchanged for Barrick Gold (ABX - Analyst Report), Eldorado (EGO - Snapshot Report), Goldcorp (GG - Snapshot Report) and most of their peers.
Where are we seeing increases are for companies that are significantly dependant on other ... (read more)
Author: Charles Rotblut
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21. How Your Bank can Help
October 21, 2009
When it comes to financial management, even business professionals reach a consensus as to what is the most effective, reliable, and secure means to manage your money, and that is through the bank. Your bank is an effective means to manage your bills payments, keep track of your transactions, receive your income and whatever extraneous cash inflow, and help you save effectively.
The last one is perhaps the most obvious feature of the bank that people do not take advantage of. A bank, being a financial intermediary, can actually help you save money efficiently. Here's how.
First, you ... (read more)
Author: Ollie Morrison
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22. Investing During Bear Markets
October 19, 2009
Simply put, bull markets are movements in the stock market in which prices are rising and the consensus is that prices will continue moving upward. During this time, economic production is high, jobs are plentiful and inflation is low. Bear markets are the opposite--stock prices are falling, and the view is that they will continue falling. The economy will slow down, coupled with a rise in unemployment and inflation. In either scenario, people invest as though the trend will continue. Investors who think and act as though the market will continue to rise are bullish, while those who think it w... (read more)
Author: J Solutions
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23. Effects of Smoking - OMG You Would NOT Believe All the Chemicals in ONE Cigarette!
October 19, 2009
I have some friends and family that smoke and I wanted to find out what chemicals they were putting in their bodies with each cigarette, each day. Not to mention all the other effects of smoking. So, I decided to do a little research. I was dumbfounded. The general consensus is about 599 additives. The big problem is that these additives were not tested by burning them. The burning of most of these additives changes the chemical compounds. It produces over 4,000 chemical compounds, of which many are toxic and/or carcinogenic. Not to mention the smoke you inhale, which contains ca... (read more)
Author: KimberlyAnn Scharfenberg
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24. A Conversation with David Barton and Rick Green
October 16, 2009
Given their varied personal convictions, how did the founding fathers reach a consensus on the Constitution? the 1st one or two weeks of the Constitutional Convention were distinguished by conflict and dispute. With the Convention prepared to break up, Benjamin Franklin made an eloquent call for prayer, citing a number of Scriptures to support his offer. When the delegates reconvened, there were still tensions and disputes, but progress ultimately began ; they finally produced the document in which America still rules itself today. noticeably, many representatives viewed the Constitution ... (read more)
Author: Lowell Horn
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25. Wedding Videography in the Digital Age
October 16, 2009
What's the state of the wedding videography industry today? To find out, we talked with working wedding videographers, found industry statistics and fleshed out what is undoubtedly a flourishing business in a growing market. Although some might wonder if amateurs are moving in on the pros because of lower-cost gear and easier-to-use software, our consensus of wedding shooters and editors say that isn't so. We also took a look at the tools wedding videographers are using, and found out how the best wedding videographers are using the Web to open up new avenues of business for their bustling ent... (read more)
Author: tushar raiththa
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