scrapbooking how to start your own scrapbooking: 2008

Wednesday, 31 December 2008

Great Harvest Has the Perfect Recipe for a Healthier 2009

Resolve to Eat More Life-Enhancing Whole Grain Bread (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Great_Harvest/whole_grains/prweb1790064.htm

Softball Conditioning Greatly Needed for Thousands of Unfit Youth Softball Players

Fastpitch softball is more popular than ever with millions of young girls playing the sport. Yet, a large number of them lack athleticism and are seriously out of shape. They would benefit tremendously from doing softball conditioning. (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1800434.htm

RCOG.com and ProstRcision.com Increase Online Presence for Cancer Information

Home of the world's high documented prostate cancer cure rates, Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia (RCOG), has expanded their online position as a leading source of prostate cancer information and treatment options. The company is proud to announce the expansion of available cancer content online at ProstRcision.com and RCOG.com. Since 1979, Atlanta-based RCOG has provided world class cancer treatment and is viewed as a leader in cancer research. (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/rcog-prostrcision-surgery/da-vinci-robotic-surgery/prweb1792674.htm

Web Site Offers A New Course for Breaking Alcohol Addiction

Now people can take a course to easily overcome alcohol addiction and live an alcohol-free lifestyle. The course offered on AlcoholFreeSocialLife.com promotes a happy and healthy lifestyle. (PRWeb Dec 31, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1805434.htm

Adding Eccentric Resistance Training Improves Muscle Strength Following ACL Surgery

Full recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction can be difficult, but a review of several studies from the University of Utah published in the inaugural edition of Sports Health: A Multidisciplinary Approach highlights how the use of eccentric resistance training may improve leg strength and lessen recovery issues. (PRWeb Dec 30, 2008)

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A New You in 2009? You Might Want to Think Again

Is cosmetic surgery on your list of New Years resolutions? A fun new novel might change your mind about creating a new you. (PRWeb Dec 30, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1801604.htm

Short Refinancing Helps Keep Struggling Homeowners Afloat

Short Refinancing is a new tool being used by bankers and real estate professionals to help homeowners avoid foreclosure and stay in their homes, but most don't know what it is, or how to use it. This is where professionals like Joel Broyles and his company, WayForward Realty, come into play. (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1773894.htm

Great Harvest Has the Perfect Recipe for a Healthier 2009

Resolve to Eat More Life-Enhancing Whole Grain Bread (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Great_Harvest/whole_grains/prweb1790064.htm

Antelope Valley Estate Planning Law Firm Explains How California Estate Planning Is Done

Antelope Valley estate planning law firm Thompson Von Tungeln outlines the process behind California estate planning. (PRWeb Dec 30, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1787414.htm

Natural Awakenings Magazine to Launch Metro Louisville Kentucky Edition in 2009

Louisville, Kentucky - Natural Awakenings, a national healthy living publication that brings holistic health information to the public every month, will be launching a Metro Louisville Edition in early 2009. Brought to the region by Camille B. McManus of Restyling Lives, Inc., the magazine will serve the market area of Jefferson, Shelby, Oldham, Bullitt, Hardin, Meade, Nelson, and Spenser counties in Kentucky and Clark, Floyd and Harrison counties in Indiana. (PRWeb Dec 31, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1805004.htm

Recession Anxiety Believed Spreading to Dogs and Cats, Owners' Glum Faces Blamed; Here's How to Calm Your Pet

There's no need for your four-legged friend to feel as insecure as you do about the recession. Among the expert suggestions for keeping your dog or cat on the emotionally sunny side despite your recession gloominess: maintain his or her accustomed routines, don't neglect health checkups and preventive care, and - on the offbeat side - buy your pet some flowers, those with anxiety-relieving properties. (PRWeb Dec 30, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1792804.htm

Marlali Brands Offers Two New Exciting Restaurants in Westfield Galleria, Roseville, CA for Shoppers Who Love Delicious Quality Food

The two new restaurants offer the best of Mediterranean and NYC cuisine to discriminating food lovers (PRWeb Dec 31, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1805194.htm

Why New Year's Weight Loss Resolutions Fail and the 4 Keys To Succeed for Sure This Time Round

Maverick fitness coach, Marty Gallagher, author of bestselling The Purposeful Primitive, http://www.dragondoor.com/b37.html, and former washingtonpost.com columnist, reveals why most of us invariably fail at our New Year's weight loss resolutions and discusses the 4 crucial elements required to succeed once and for all with weight loss goals. (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

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Holistic Healer Now Offers Qigong Natural Healing And Other Services On The Web

Michael Mohoric of Qigong Energy Healing found he had the ability to help people heal from a distance after experiencing a serious spinal cord injury. Beforehand he had a long history of studying natural healing arts and helping both himself and others. He now offers his services online for a low monthly fee. (PRWeb Dec 31, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1805274.htm

Recession Anxiety Believed Spreading to Dogs and Cats, Owners' Glum Faces Blamed; Here's How to Calm Your Pet

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1792804.htm

The RealSource Multifamily Stimulus Package Delivers "Safe Haven" for Cash, IRA and Equity Investors

Americans can invest in commercial real estate. Whether it is IRA moneys, liquid savings accounts or home equity, the money is there to start the process," explained Michael Anderson, Principal Broker of RealSource.net, a leader in multifamily and apartment investments. "It is the decision to move forward that escapes many would-be successful real estate investors." (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1800644.htm

Great Harvest Has the Perfect Recipe for a Healthier 2009

Resolve to Eat More Life-Enhancing Whole Grain Bread (PRWeb Dec 29, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Great_Harvest/whole_grains/prweb1790064.htm

Hard times

Consumers feel the pinch in a year of money nightmares

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Saturday, 27 December 2008

Health and Wellness in the Workplace Gets Social Networking Makeover

Making health and wellness in the workplace a priority is now simple with Optimum Health Club, which uses a social networking platform as a tool to communicate educational content to members in search of information on living a balanced living lifestyle. Participating employers get employees who are more productive, more loyal, and less likely to miss work due to illness. (PRWeb Dec 26, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/workplacewellness/healthandwellness/prweb1775174.htm

Minc Online Announces Algorithmic Trading Solution

Minc Online announced today the deployment of its algorithmic trading capabilities for both institutional and retail clients. (PRWeb Dec 25, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/online-trading/share-trading/prweb1790654.htm

New Book Features Holiday Food Traditions in New Jersey

HolidayFoodTraditions.com releases new book featuring New Jersey's holiday foods, recipes & traditions. (PRWeb Dec 24, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/new_jersey/holiday_food_traditions/prweb1790394.htm

Household Budgets Tighter Than Ever, Says Confused.com

Report also finds that many households think credit has become harder to access, and more households are finding their debt a burden. (PRWeb Dec 25, 2008)

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Leading Houston Home Security Agency, Safeguard Home Security, Encourages Homeowners to Increase Protection During These Tough Economic Times

Local Police Report Increasing Crime as Economic Situation Grows Bleaker and Unemployment Numbers Climb (PRWeb Dec 26, 2008)

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YoNaturals Healthy Vending now at the Austin Convention Center

YoNaturals Healthy Vending the nationwide leader in heathy vending launches in selected locations in the Austin Texas metro area. (PRWeb Dec 26, 2008)

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Wednesday, 24 December 2008

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California Woman Receives Most Advanced, Non-Invasive Upper Extremity Prosthetic Solution: Bionic i-LIMB Hand and Innovative Interface System Increase Amputee's Functionality and Confidence

California Woman recently fit with the most advanced non-surgical upper extremity prosthetic solution commercially available - Touch Bionic's i-LIMB Hand and biodesigns' selective compression-stabilization interface. Amputee now feels renewed feeling of freedom and independence. The perfect gift for the holidays. (PRWeb Dec 21, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1778114.htm

LV= Reports FREDs are Frantic About the Credit Crunch and Fears of Recession

LV=, the investment, pensions and insurance group, has revealed that the credit crunch, stock market volatility, and fears of a recession are growing concerns for the nation's pre-retirement population (PRWeb Dec 18, 2008)

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Brokers Could be Liable for Leaving Clients Without Protection

Mortgage brokers could leave themselves open to possible legal action in the wake of a wave of projected home repossessions, warns Burgesses. (PRWeb Dec 19, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/protection/insurance/prweb1772234.htm

Beacon Trust Company Acquires Clear Asset Management

The Beacon Trust Company has acquired Clear Asset Management through a tax-free stock transaction. (PRWeb Dec 3, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1698294.htm

HealthInsuranceFinders.com Publishes Health Insurance Guide for the Recently Unemployed

Greater need for health insurance guidance as the rate of unemployment rises. (PRWeb Dec 16, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1744494.htm

LeBootCamp.com, Created by Celebrity Coach Valerie Orsoni, Becomes the #1 Online Coaching Program in French-speaking Countries

With over 450,000 members, LeBootCamp.com, created by Celebrity Coach Valerie Orsoni, has officially become the #1 online coaching program in French-speaking countries: France, Canada, Switzerland, and Belgium. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2008)

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Tis The Season For Portion Control and Stevia

How watching portions and adding stevia will allow you holiday sweets and treats (PRWeb Dec 18, 2008)

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Richard Caturano Of Boston Tax Firm Vitale Caturano Is Appointed To Board Of The American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants

Boston Tax Firm Vitale Caturano's Richard Caturano Joins the AICPA's Board (PRWeb Dec 17, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Boston/Tax/prweb1762314.htm

The Bloody Caesar Cocktail Turns 40

Developed in 1969 by a Calgary bartender, Canada's extremely popular Caesar cocktail, also known as the Bloody Caesar, turns 40 years old and is now the closest thing to Canada's national drink. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2008)

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Marabella Commercial Finance Closes Walgreen and Rite Aid Loans in Fourth Quarter of 2008

Marabella Commercial Finance is a company that specializes in arranging financing for 1031 Exchange Commercial Investment Properties and Large Anchored Centers. (PRWeb Dec 16, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/net_lease/financing/prweb1754424.htm

NEoWave's Glenn Neely, the #1 Gold Forecaster, Predicts a 4- to 6-Year Deflationary Period Ahead

In an Audio Interview, Neely Reviews his #1 Rated Gold Market Forecasts and Explains How Gold's Activity Led to his Prediction of a Multi-year Deflationary Period. (PRWeb Dec 18, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1765754.htm

Village Resource Solutions Introduces Its Breakthrough Flagship Brand Product... Maximum Wellness Water

Village Resource Solutions, LLC is proud to announce the worldwide market introduction of its inaugural bottled water line of products named Maximum Wellness Water. Village Resource Solutions has been active in developing and researching unique earth based commodities and developing them into viable products for domestic and international distribution since 2004. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/bottled_water/natural_products/prweb1777924.htm

New Gluten & Dairy Free Informative Segments From Jean Duane, Alternative Cook on You Tube

Gluten-free, dairy-free (GFCF) cooking expert, Jean Duane, Alternative Cook www.alternativecook.com just posted several helpful segments on You Tube. In these new segments, she discusses some amazing statistics about gluten and dairy intolerance in America, new alternative flour combinations to use instead of wheat flour, what to substitute in recipes for dairy and eggs, other names for gluten and dairy and how to make authentically tasting, delicious foods 'without'. If you've been recently diagnosed, take heart. Jean is here to help guide you through 'living deliciously with alternatives'. (To find the segments, please search on "Alternative Cook".) (PRWeb Dec 18, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1762684.htm

Boxers & Ballerinas Announces Kids Holiday Camp In Studio City

Boxers & Ballerinas, located in the heart of Studio City on Ventura Boulevard, has announced a boxing workout and dance class combo Holiday Camp for ages 6-11 during the winter break (PRWeb Dec 20, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1774164.htm

The Supermarket: A Secret Weapon for Last-Minute Shoppers and Entertainers

Stop & Shop Supermarket Offers Creative Tips for Transforming Your Local Grocery Store into the Ultimate Holiday Resource (PRWeb Dec 16, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/stop_and_shop/holiday_shopping/prweb1745464.htm

Village Resource Solutions Introduces Its Breakthrough Flagship Brand Product... Maximum Wellness Water

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New Managing Director for Bupa Australia

Bupa Asia Pacific Managing Director Dean Holden today announced that Mr Richard Bowden had officially taken over as Managing Director of the company. (PRWeb Dec 3, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/insurance/health/prweb1693084.htm

Holiday Cocktail Recipes from Some of the Top Mixologists

Looking for something new to spice up your holiday, try mixing up a unique seasonal cocktail with the exotic new import Mekhong The Spirit of Thailand. Five fun holiday recipes: Mekhong Partridge in a Pear Tree -- A True Love for Cocktail Connoisseurs; Mekhong Mistletoe -- It Will Make You Pucker Up for a Merry Kissmiss; Mekhong Magi -- A True Gift of the Most Wonderful 'Drink' of the Year; Mekhong Frosty -- Come to Life This Holiday, and Mekhong Rudolph -- Your Nose Will Be Merry. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1771834.htm

Dr. Nancy Gahles Advises Children Should Not Be Given Cold or Cough Medicines... What Should Parents Do?

In November 2008 the FDA voted in favor of a proposal that children under the age of six should not be given cold and cough medicines, because they have not been proven to be safe or effective. Medical experts agree.Are there homeopathy remedies for flu, colds and coughs that are safe, gentle and effective? How do you choose the best one? Host Jenny Hwozdek poses these questions to two homeopathic experts and two grandmothers to find answers and practical advice that will help guide you through the process of choosing remedies on your own. (PRWeb Dec 21, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1771974.htm

LV= and Standard Life Announce Protection Partnership

LV= announces a major new protection partnership with Standard Life. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1770244.htm

New Book Decodes Medical Doublespeak on Heart Disease

"The No Bull Book on Heart Disease: Real Answers to Winning Back your Heart and Health" (ISBN-13: 978-1402758683) being released nationally by Sterling Publishing in January 2009 is a practical "what-to-expect" guide that will help readers cope with their confusion, fear, and lack of information, as well as decode what doctors really mean when they describe certain cardiac procedures, treatments, and medications. (PRWeb Dec 22, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/cardiovascular/disease/prweb1780514.htm

LeBootCamp.com, Created by Celebrity Coach Valerie Orsoni, Becomes the #1 Online Coaching Program in French-speaking Countries

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1774834.htm

Health Tips for the New Year; Patience and Persistence will Payoff; Key Advice from the Wellness Team at D.I.S.C. Sports and Spine Center

New Year’s resolutions are filled with thoughts of getting in shape and improving our health, yet without proper preparation and realistic goal setting, many of these worthy aspirations will fall by the wayside rather quickly. With a team approach, the wellness team of physicians from D.I.S.C. Sports and Spine Center offer key tips to ensure success for a new and improved you in the New Year. (PRWeb Dec 19, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1774754.htm

Burgesses Backs Broker MPPI Restriction, Says Burgass

Moves to prevent mortgage brokers from selling mortgage payment protection insurance (MPPI) at initial client meetings have been welcomed by independent protection insurance specialist Burgesses. (PRWeb Dec 19, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/protection/insurance/prweb1770524.htm

More than 200 NI rivers polluted

Three-quarters of Northern Ireland's rivers are polluted beyond acceptable levels, assembly members are told.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Tuesday, 23 December 2008

Beyond Wonderful Bakes Up the Ultimate Cookie Collection

As the holidays approach, online culinary destination Beyond Wonderful has decked its pages with cookies of every description. Host and culinary guide Barbara Adams teams up once again with Catherine Christiansen, the site's resident baking pro, to create the ultimate online holiday baking resource. Together, Barbara and Catherine serve up a vision of sugarplums worthy of Mrs. Claus. (PRWeb Dec 17, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1758194.htm

KOMPAN, LA84 and NIKE to Build Eco-Friendly FREEGAME Courts

KOMPAN, Inc. KOMPAN has teamed up with NIKE and LA84 to introduce the multisport concept of FREEGAME using Nike Grind surfaces to communities throughout parks in the City of Los Angeles. (PRWeb Dec 10, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1730874.htm

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[Source: PRWeb: Industry Toy]

Busy Women Get Onboard To Fulfill Their New Year's Resolution To Lose Weight, Burn Fat And Get Fit At Texas' First Ebook Signing

Author and fitness expert Tam Thompson will host Texas' first ebook signing of "Busy Sexy Body" at the Blanco Public Library on Saturday, January 3rd from 2 to 4pm Central time. This unique system is designed to help women aged 20 to 60 lose weight, get fit, and become healthier even if they're too busy to go to the gym. (PRWeb Dec 22, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1780564.htm

Conroy Ross Partners Launches in Saskatchewan

Leading edge Alberta based consulting firm expands into Saskatchewan marketplace. Mr. Greg Fieger recently announced the launch of Conroy Ross Partners in Saskatchewan effective immediately. (PRWeb Dec 2, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1689524.htm

EPICUREN BABY Skin Care Debuts To Acclaim And Sizzling Sales

EPICUREN BABY's luxuriously all-natural skin care for babies and toddlers to appear in 2009 SAG Award gift bag and receives the coveted Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA) Media Award. Manufactured under solar power and free of chemical ingredients, residues and fragrances, Epicuren Baby offers parents and their children the luxury of spa-quality skin care that goes beyond the green trend. (PRWeb Dec 18, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1763234.htm

The 3 in 1 Muscle-Building Power of Morph™ Lands on Shelves in Vitamin Shoppe and Vitamin World Nationwide

While Morph™ is priced as a premium product, because of its one-of-a-kind time-release delivery technology, iSatori has been able to deliver the benefits of three products in one. Which is why Morph is attracting even the value shoppers of muscle-building type products and is attracting a greater number of retailers, including Vitamin Shoppe and Vitamin World. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1771514.htm

Village Resource Solutions Introduces Its Breakthrough Flagship Brand Product... Maximum Wellness Water

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Man arrested after guns recovered

A 28-year-old man has been arrested after firearms and ammunition were recovered in Lurgan, County Armagh.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Monday, 22 December 2008

Enter Offshore Expat Christmas Prize Draw

HSBC International employs staff all over the world, many of whom will not make it home for the holidays. HSBC is running a Christmas competition to make the holiday season more bearable for those away from family and friends. (PRWeb Dec 19, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1769724.htm

Boy, five, drowns in hotel pool

A five-year-old boy from Londonderry drowns after falling into a hotel swimming pool near Disneyland in Paris.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Sunday, 21 December 2008

McIlroy & Rose book Masters spots

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy and England's Justin Rose are among 15 players to secure a place at next year's Masters courtesy of their world ranking.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Saturday, 20 December 2008

Eco-Friendly Clothing Line Launches New Website, Bamboo-U.com

Brentwood, TN (PRWEB) November 19, 2008 -- Environmentally friendly clothing is a growing trend in the fashion world and Bamboo U is establishing itself with cool, comfortable shirts for college-age...

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[Source: Newspad.com search: natural insecticide]

Protest at runway extension plan

Campaigners stage a protest at Belfast City Airport over fears a runway extension would mean an increase in plane noise.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Man arrested after city stabbing

A 28-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing in east Belfast's Braniel estate.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Friday, 19 December 2008

Factory goes to a three-day week

A fan belt factory in Londonderry is to go to a three-day week in the new year, a trades union says.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Derry 'dissident' trial collapses

The trial collapses of four men from Londonderry charged with membership of an illegal organisation.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Wednesday, 17 December 2008

Exclusive Property Investment Forum Launches at TotallyProperty.com

MoveForward.com, the UK based Internet ventures group has today officially launched www.TotallyProperty.com -- an exclusive overseas property forum which has been designed for the needs of international property investors. (PRWeb Dec 6, 2006)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/12/prweb487577.htm

Charity crusader... Black Santa returns to cathedral steps

Belfast's Black Santa begins his annual Christmas sit-out for charities in Northern Ireland as well as Christian Aid.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Security alert declared 'a hoax'

Police declare a security alert in Limavady which resulted in pensioners being moved from their homes a 'deliberate hoax'.

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[Source: BBC News | Northern Ireland | UK Edition]

Tuesday, 16 December 2008

Exclusive Property Investment Forum Launches at TotallyProperty.com

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/12/prweb487577.htm

Saturday, 13 December 2008

Cazbah Account Managers Receive Official Google Adwords Certification

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[Source: Newspad.com search: top internet marketers]

CreditCardCity.com Launches Credit Card Blog to Keep Consumers Informed

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 13, 2008 -- Consumers can now find up-to-date information regarding the credit card industry by visiting CreditCardCity.com's new blog. The blog is geared...

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[Source: Newspad.com search: credit cards]

Friday, 12 December 2008

Discover: Japan

Good things come in threes — and in Japan, the list includes views, castles, gardens, mountains, hot springs and giant Buddha statues.

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[Source: Wikitravel]

PubCon: Earning Big Bucks with Social Media Traffic

Have you considered developing content specifically to drive traffic from social media sites? Have you also considered what you want from that social media traffic, and what to do with it once you have it?
In a session titled, “Earning Big Bucks with Social Media Traffic“, Social Media Marketing advocates including Rank Fishkin, Vanessa Fox, Michael [...]

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[Source: Online Marketing Blog]

Wednesday, 10 December 2008

Pubcon: In-House SEO and PPC

The last regular session of the day I decided to attend was on In-House SEO and PPC which was moderated by Melanie Mitchell and included Jessica Bowman, Dan Perry, Ana Schultz, Allison Fabella and Jill Sampey. The issues that in-house search marketers experience are the same issues that SEO agencies experience when performing enterprise SEO [...]

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Sunday, 9 November 2008

Quick and simple scrapbooking

Scrapbooking is one hobby that produces great results. Unlike other kinds of hobbies that only sharpens the skills but do not produce anything concrete, with scrapbooking, you will not only develop your creative skills but you will also create great pieces of artwork in the process.

This is perhaps why scrapbooking is one of the hottest hobbies in the country. Testament of how big it is, are the numerous shows and magazines that have cropped up on the subject. There are also annual fairs and conventions just on scrapbooking. In the Internet, there are websites, webzines and webrings that are devoted to the endeavor.

Scrapbooking might seem daunting at first especially to a person who has no artistic or creative bones in his body. Cutting, sticking, and designing can be a nightmare to a person who is not really much into the practice. Some people even find the prospect of putting together one page of artistic work too much for them to handle.

But making a scrapbook is not so hard. In fact, it can be the easiest thing in the world especially with the tools and gadgets that are coming out and being sold in craft stores. There are now scissors that cut lines with designs in them. There are punchers that do not only punch holes but punches different shapes. Craft stores also sell stickers that scrapbookers can stick into their pages for that more finished touch.

If you just know what to do, where to go and how to go about it, scrapbooking can be a breeze. Below are just some of the ideas and tips on creating quick and simple scrapbook pages.

Buy prepared pages

Scrapbooking products have become more and more sophisticated these days and all are aimed to make scrapbooking as simple as possible. If you feel that you donít have the talent to put together one page even if your life depended on it or you just donít have the time to create a layout that will look very nice with the photo that you are thinking of putting; then you can buy those prepared scrapbook pages that already have layouts and designs. All you have to do is to add the finishing touches like the photo and some accessories if you feel like it.

These pages are often thematic. For instance, there are pages that can be used in a wedding scrapbook while others can be used in a baby shower or in a kidís birthday party. Often, there will be slots where you can put photos and other notes.

Stick them up

Another set of innovative products that has made the lives of scrapbookers worthwhile is the scrapbook stickers. Like the scrapbook pages, these stickers are also oftentimes thematic. Still, the themes are not only limited to occasions and special events.

For instance, in addition to the usual themes of birthdays, christmas, baby showers, weddings and the like, there are stickers that will also depict Christian sayings, kiddie images, business matters. girly stuff and sports. There are a lot to choose from.

These stickers are great in decorating a page that you have already out together. It often adds color and aesthetic appeal to the page without the hassles of drawing, cutting and pasting. All the scrapbookers have to do is to just buy the stickers, peel the sticker off and stick it to the page. Real easy that even a child can do it.

Sunday, 19 October 2008

Check out this fantastic new ebook How to start your own Scrapbooking Business.

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THE MARKET:

Make studies on how you can harness prospective customers when you start your own system of putting up a scrapbooking store. Of course, you will waste money on a weak strategy and set-up. Where will you put up a store? Will you operate it online or you will rent a place and hire people? The latter is big deal because it will involve overhead cost. Prior to that you will first consult an accountant and a coach before you can finalize on spending money for the store. But given the motivation of unique selling point, you can do all the concepts you want to reach the edge of your desired business.

Online scrapbooking is another option if you want to cater to global market. Put up a nice paid website and maximize the use of Internet to optimize your visitors whose hobbies are centered in doing scrapbooks. Remember that you are selling happiness and a placeholder of memories, which people can keep for many years. It establishes closeness to families and close clans.

For an online scrapbooking store, you can do what it takes to use search engine optimization. You can hire a website who can put up e-commerce sites and help you with the payment scheme methods, flow and traffic in your site, and most of all marketing. The website itself is the marketing medium of your business, although it operates virtually. Expect to be spending costs on domain name, web hosting, contents, and some freebies.

The disadvantage of online store is when traditional customers are not yet open to the idea of getting stuff ordered online. Others would prefer the touch of textures of paper and materials than just browsing through images, which will more likely be affected by the network connections.

Given all the creativity and strong will to put up one, there is nothing impossible. If you have skills in computers, you can even put up your own web design and do the graphic arts yourself. Basically, those who plunge to online stores are those who are computer savvy enough to do the basic tasks rather than depending on hired people alone.

As soon as the business flourish on its own, one can hire and even train people on how they can create scrapbooks for business. Of course, this will go to another category and phase of scrapbooking store. Now the question is: are you going to put up a merchandise of goodies, or are you going to render services?

Once you brainstorm with your scrapbooking teammates, you will realize the scheme will adjust depending on what all of you want to render to people. But when it comes to creativity, the options are endless. It will always be the question of how much your customer would want to spend in indulging with scrapbooking.

Anyway, this will all be studied first before diving to the idea of doing a business out of scrapbooking. You can directly sell goodies in a rented space and provide other items like a typical bookshop. Customers can combine thoughts for scrapbook making, and you have a counter with a creative crew to help customers make up their minds. Just remember, scrapbooking is all about creating memories.

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