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1. Business Disaster Planning November 06, 2009 One can hardly turn on the news today with hearing something about some natural disaster. In recent weeks it's been about earthquakes, tornados, floods and wild fire. And of course, the Northern Hemisphere Hurricane Season is upon us. We all need to be prepared for disasters...not only at home, but in your business as well. Even if you think it will never happen to you, you need to be prepared for the "never gonna happen" event. Making a disaster plan is really just a business plan for disasters. Here are a few things to address: Take a look at everything in your office. Think abo... (read more) Author: Barbara C. Phillips, NP

2. Rugby League Merchandise - The Downfall of Australian Rugby Union October 22, 2009 Australian Rugby sure needs to take a good hard look at itself. The results over the last few years on the International arena have been poor to say the least.In 2006 the formally mighty Wallabies produced dismal results against some of the world's lower ranked northern hemisphere teams.The new coach John Connolly, who took over from ousted Australian coach Edie Jones, has managed to reproduce the same dismal results by doing more of the same.It was clear to many a fanatical Wallabies supporter that every time they had thrown the game away and bought on the reserves such as Matt Rogers the tea... (read more) Author: Tom Miller

3. Getting prepared for flu season: What you should know about your insurance coverage and the H1N1 in October 19, 2009 Because of the emergence of the H1N1 virus ? or swine flu ?Insurance Commissioner Thomas R. Sullivan and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) encourage consumers and businesses to include a flu response plan in their disaster preparations this year. The first step in making that plan is a comprehensive review of your insurance policies. Here are a few things you should look for: Health Insurance The World Health Organization (WHO) is advising countries in the northern hemisphere to prepare for a second wave of pandemic spread. A vaccine for the H1N1 strain of f... (read more) Author: Health Insurance

4. Safety of H1N1 Vaccine, Hospital Readiness Worry Americans October 17, 2009 A girl receives an H1N1 vaccinationCountries in the northern hemisphere are starting to distribute the H1N1 flu vaccine as part of a massive immunization program against the viral pandemic. Parents and some professionals are concerned about the safety of the vaccine, while some doctors question the ability of hospitals to handle serious cases. Demand for the H1N1 flu vaccine has drawn scores of people to vaccination clinics in the U.S. Michelle Lowrey has three young children and one on the way. "I have every reason to be here today," she said.Pregnant women have a higher risk of complication... (read more)

5. Rugby League Merchandise -The Downfall of Australian Rugby October 12, 2009 Australian Rugby sure needs to take a good hard look at itself. The results over the last few years on the International arena have been poor to say the least. In 2006 the formally mighty Wallabies produced dismal results against some of the world’s lower ranked northern hemisphere teams. The new coach John Connolly, who took over from ousted Australian coach Edie Jones, has managed to reproduce the same dismal results by doing more of the same. It was clear to many a fanatical Wallabies supporter that every time they had thrown the game away and bought on the reserves such as Matt Rogers t... (read more) Author: Tom Miller

6. New Study Shows High Rate Of Stress Among Doctors September 26, 2009 As the H1N1 swine flu virus spreads rapidly through the Northern Hemisphere, doctors and other health care professionals face a heavier-than-usual workload.  Even without a flu pandemic, studies show, up to 60 percent of physicians in the United States suffer to some degree from "burnout" - physical and emotional exhaustion.  The stress on doctors can cause medical mistakes, so the universities that train America's doctors are looking for ways to prevent burnout. So many children are coming to emergency rooms with flu-like symptoms that many U.S. hospitals have set up tents where the... (read more)

7. H1N1 Swine Flu Keeps Hospitals in Northern Hemisphere Busy September 24, 2009 The World Health Organization says the H1N1 swine flu virus should be part of next year's seasonal flu vaccine. The WHO says the H1N1 pandemic could affect up to one third of the world's nearly seven billion people. There will only be enough vaccine this year for one sixth. Medical workers measure a college student's body temperature outside a railway station in Shijiazhuang, in northern China's Hebei province, 10 Sep 2009As swine flu spreads, hospitals are putting plans in place to cope with a crush of patients, many of them children.Some U.S. hospitals are setting up screening centers in out... (read more)

8. The Effects of World Warming September 24, 2009 World warming Global warming is basically the increase in the temperatures of the Earth's atmosphere, land masses and oceans. About 40 percent of the discharges of carbon dioxide, which contribute to greenhouse gases and global warming, come from coal burning. Though due to the global warming affect there has been many seasonal alterations, but the months of Nov Jan are considered to be the colder months of the world particularly in the northern hemisphere. Global warming is an issue that requires immediate action. With global warming, the Netherlands would be in peril with th... (read more) Author: KC Jackson

9. Try Northern Europe Cruises for a Trip with a Difference September 24, 2009 If you are considering taking a break in the near future, you may wish to consider one of the northern Europe cruises that are available. If you have a sturdy pair of sea legs and would like to explore the northern hemisphere, then you can find European cruise deals to help you fulfil this dream. Northern Europe cruises are designed to take passengers to some of the furthermost northern points on the planet. You can visit countries such as Norway, Sweden and Finland. You may well find that countries including Ireland and Scotland are included in the northern hemisphere bracket. One of t... (read more) Author: Klik Sail

10. Autumn Equinox with the Sun Moving into Libra and a Somber Note with Moon in Scorpio September 24, 2009 After the excitement of last week with many relevant aspects and transits we will start into a new round of adjusting and reorienting ourselves with Sun in Libra. This is the autumnal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere and the beginning of spring below the equator. Days are getting shorter and the general energy is turning more inwards. We will discuss the planetary color for September 21 and 22, 2009. This discussion of the planets and their dynamics is also applicable whenever you have those planetary constellations in your own, personal chart. The equinox is one of the pivotal points o... (read more) Author: Shakti Carola Navran

11. Holidays to Turkey September 14, 2009 The modern country of Turkey was founded in 1923 Mustafa Kemal, the country’s most famous hero, who is known as the Father of the Turks. The country borders the Black Sea between Bulgaria and Georgia, and also borders the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas. The country is steeped in history, with two of the world's seven wonders located in Turkey - the Temple of Artemis and The Halicarnassus Mausoleum. Officially known as the Republic of Turkey, is in the northern hemisphere where two continents, Europe and Asia, meet. Most of the country extended across the Anatolian peninsula, with th... (read more) Author: Danny Jones

12. Remaining ‘Pristine' Forest Under Threat September 13, 2009 The latest news from Russia, Canada and other northern countries shows that the world's only remaining 'pristine' forest - the boreal forest across large stretches of the northern hemisphere is facing increasing threat to its environment and is fast becoming one of world’s most serious global issues. Researchers from Memorial University of Newfoundland in Canada, University of Adelaide in Australia and the National University of Singapore have called for continuing education of humans in green living and wildlife conservation to ensure urgent preservation of existing boreal forests. This wi... (read more) Author: JackWalters Walters

13. Commonly Known Swan Species September 09, 2009 Swans are the larges and generally considered the most beautiful of the waterfowl. A male is known as a cob, a female is a pen, and the young are called cygnets. Swans are large water birds of the family Anatidae, which also includes geese and ducks. Swans are creatures of habit, often mating for life and breeding in the same place year after year. The swans species are known to divide into the northern hemisphere swans which are Mute swan, Trumpeter swan, Whooper swan, Whistling or Tundra swan, Bewick swan while the southern hemisphere which are Black swan, Black-necked swan and Coscoroba s... (read more) Author: Andrew Grey

14. Investment Opportunity in New Zealand - Why Are We So Lucky? September 02, 2009 As interest rates have plummeted over the past 18 months, investors have scrambled to lock in long-term income streams. But as difficult as the low interest rates have been, New Zealand investors, compared to their counterparts in other developed countries, are still spoilt for choice when it comes to the opportunity for income investments. New Zealand’s wholesale deposit rates are more than three times as high as those in the northern hemisphere economies. In Britain and Europe three month rates sit around 1% when ours are over 3%. You have to feel for the Japanese and Americans who earn... (read more) Author: Cam Watson

15. The Metaphysical Properties of the Moonstone: One of the True Birthstones of Cancer Astrology (June August 18, 2009 Cancer is called the Archetypal Mother and her Birthstone is the Moonstone Cancerian Qualities June 22 marks the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. Many people in the Northern Hemisphere love this energetic time of year, when they can enjoy the outdoors until late in the evening. Cancer is a feminine water sign. All life on Earth depends on water, and all land animals, including humans, are thought to have originated in the oceans. So Cancer is closely associated with giving life, and hence motherhood. The personality of Cancerians is fluid as well, with a broad range o... (read more) Author: Shakti Carola Navran

16. The Metaphysical Properties of Green Tourmaline: One of the True Birthstones of Gemini Astrology (M August 18, 2009 Gemini is the Inspired Communicator & Curious Butterfly and their Birthstone is theTourmaline and especially the Green Tourmaline Late Spring Explodes Everywhere with Energy By the end of May spring is in full force in the Northern Hemisphere: flowers and trees are in full bloom, gardens have been planted and are already sprouting, the first brood of baby birds has hatched. There is excitement in the air! This is the excitement and energy of the sign of Gemini. Geminis at their best and worst illustrate the full complexity of the human personality. You will be readily drawn to a G... (read more) Author: Shakti Carola Navran

17. The Metaphysical Properties of Emerald: One of the True Birthstones of Taurus Astrology (April 21-M August 17, 2009 Taurus: The Planter and Beautifier of Life The Late Spring Sign By the end of April the Northern Hemisphere is free of its winter snows and it is time to attend to caring for the Earth and planting crops. Taurus people are very much in tune with the Earth. Due to the influence of Venus, they have a great love for beauty found in things such as art, jewelry, and the natural landscape. They are loyal, patient, and deliberate in working toward their goals, just as farmers must be in tending their crops from planting through harvest. When a Taurus person undertakes a project, it most likel... (read more) Author: Shakti Carola Navran

18. The Little City Of San Marcos August 12, 2009 San Marcos, Texas, which is 29 miles south of Austin and 47 miles northwest of San Antonio, is a beautiful, small city with a rich history. The San Marcos area is considered to be the oldest continuously inhabited site in the Northern Hemisphere, although the descendants of today's residents settled the area in the 1800s. In 1689, the San Marcos River was named for St. Mark after Alonso de Leon's men discovered the river on the celebration of St. Mark's Day, and named the river in his honor. Later, in April of 1808, a group of Mexican families settled in the area, and an agricultural commu... (read more) Author: Dane Smith

19. Solar Energy Facts-The Trombe Wall August 06, 2009 Trombe was the name of a French engineer who developed the Trombe wall, which forms a large solar thermal collector. A typical Trombe wall is 8 to 16 inches thick masonry faced with a double layer of glass which is placed a few inches from the wall to create a small airspace. The wall absorbs heat from sunlight passing through the glass. The heat is stored in the wall and conducted slowly inward through the masonry. In the northern hemisphere of course we want oiur wall to face south for access to direct sunlight. A dark surface on the side facing the sun facilitates heat absorption. Sola... (read more) Author: harry faris

20. WHO Says Global Swine Flu Deaths Exceed 700 July 21, 2009 The World Health Organization says H1N1 swine flu has killed more than 700 people across the world since emerging in April.The swine flu death toll, released Tuesday, is an increase of more than 270 from the figure reported two weeks ago. The U.N. health agency says it is examining what steps governments can take to limit an expected jump in infections when the northern hemisphere's autumn season begins later this year.WHO spokeswoman Aphaluck Bhatiasevi said closing schools is one step that countries may consider. Speaking in Geneva, she said governments will face different levels of the pa... (read more)

21. TRAVEL SECRETS REVEALED July 21, 2009 For almost as long as I can remember I have had an urge to travel and I have been lucky enough to achieve many of those dreams both through work that I have done and holidays I have taken.This still continues to this day and I think will only stop when I do.I have also been fortunate enough to live on many continents through the years so I think a little bit of experience has been gained during this time.From a personal viewpoint the two most beautiful countries in the world are,in the Northern hemisphere,Switzerland,and in the Southern hemisphere,New Zealand. Another thing that never ceases ... (read more) Author: neil thomas

22. US Braced for H1N1 Swine Flu Return July 11, 2009 The U.S. government has allocated $350 million to help the country prepare for the H1N1 flu virus as well as the seasonal flu. U.S. officials say a vaccine for the H1N1 flu could be available by October before the flu season starts in the northern hemisphere.The US government has allocated $350 million to help the country prepare for the H1N1 flu virus as well as the seasonal fluThe World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than 400 people have died from the H1N1 flu virus out of some 90,000 confirmed cases. In June the WHO declared this outbreak to be the first pandemic in more tha... (read more)

23. Headache and Migraine Courses in Cambridge June 29, 2009 I have just completed my teaching tour in the Northern Hemisphere – the first venue was the Cambridge Physiotherapy Clinic, and as usual I was well looked after by my hosts, Anne-Marie Melloy and Martin Callingham. Both Level I and II Courses were well attended and the feedback included … Excerpts from feedback forwarded to the Manipulation Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MACP): “…Practical sessions, Dean’s explanations, excellent information and pack, real patients; very specific, learnt new assessment and Rx techniques; excellent manual handling teaching and clinical re... (read more) Author: Dean Watson

24. The Most Popular Rose Varieties June 14, 2009 The rose, being the most popular garden and cut plant, has over 20,000 cultivars in the Northern Hemisphere alone. This number originates from a conservative figure of only 150-200 species of wild roses. Fossil specimens found in both Colorado and Oregon show that roses have been growing for more than 30 million years to date. More fossil specimens were found in North Africa and are said to be at least 4,000 years old. Variant wise, only five of the massive figures above cut as the most popular: the Hybrid Tea, Floribunda, Grandiflora, Climber, and Miniature roses. Hybrid Tea roses were f... (read more) Author: timothy spencer

25. Nickelodeon wants kids to unplug on Earth day May 19, 2009 Flutter your Earth Day world flags on April 22, 2009! Earth Day is one of two observances, both held annually during spring in the northern hemisphere and autumn in the southern hemisphere. These are intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. The United Nations fly their Earth Day international flags on the March equinox, a tradition which was founded by John McConnell in 1969. A second Earth Day, which was founded by U.S Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in in 1970 is celebrated in many countries each year. In the U.S, Earth Day solid color flag... (read more) Author: unmember flags

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