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The No Campaign and the Scottish Independence ReferendumNotably, the Scottish Independence Referendum was an illustrious political landmark, marking history with its turnout of 84.6%, the highest after universal suffrage since the 1950 general election. One could argue that the Yes campaign, led by first minister Alex Salmond, had potential to succeed given the domination of the SNP in the Highlands, in the Scottish Parliament elections of 2011. However, the proposal to grant Scotland complete powers over the legislature, and executive, as well as spending and taxation, miscarried; this was because the arguments of the No campaign highlighted the plethora of financial uncertainties and risks which would implicate for the nation deleteriously, given the independence of Scotland. These uncertainties included most importantly the future currency of an independent Scotland, and the true size of North Sea oil reserves. Furthermore, the risks of independence were the increase of retail prices, and the possibility of the deterioration of the ec |
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Pulp Fiction and The Kite Runner"The past is prophetic in that it asserts loudly that wars are poor chisels for carving out peaceful tomorrow" (Schladweiler). Although it refers to the Vietnam War, Martin Luther King Jr.'s quote accurately communicates that a stormy, war-torn past will scarcely presage a favorable future. Challenges and hardships may obstruct the efforts of even the most robust protagonist on his journey through life, and even when overcome, they leave a permanent mark on the resultant quality of life. This theme, the "tragic past," presents itself in both The Kite Runner and Pulp Fiction, two noteworthy pieces, albeit in separate media. In the former, Amir, as a young boy, witnesses the horrific rape of his most cherished childhood friend, but he fails to profess his guilt until this friend passes away. To amend, Amir contends with his childhood enemy, the rapist himself, to gain custody of his deceased acquaintance's son. Pulp Fiction, on the other hand, depicts a gang member, |
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Founder of Wendy's, David ThomasRarely in modern society can one find an example of a truly honest yet successful individual. The founder of Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers, David Thomas, fits such criteria. Thomas was born in on July 2, 1932 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, but he was adopted soon afterward by Rex and Auleva Thomas. Much of David's early life was spent moving around the country while his father searched for employment; his mother died when he was only five years old. A highlight of his childhood involved visits to his grandmother in Michigan, who taught him the value of hard work and treating people right, Thomas's first job was at a restaurant in Knoxville when he was 12. This job made an obvious impression on him, as he was quickly convinced that the restaurant business was meant for him. He dropped out of high school to work full-time at a restaurant in Ft. Wayne. Alt |
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Relocating the Utah State PrisonThe Utah State Prison will soon be overrun by prisoners. Although we are below the nation's average in criminal activity, our crime rate is increasing at an alarming rate. If we do not act now by building a new and better prison, our current facilities might just prove how inadequate they really are. Also, by building a new prison we will be improving two very important things - the welfare of the prisoners and the growing population of the Wasatch Front. We need to move the prison. Utah's prison is terrible. First of all, Utah's current prison facilities are not functional for our growing criminal population. If Utah continues at its rate of criminal growth, the number of inmates is estimated to grow 37% in the next twenty years. The current Gunnison, Draper, and 22 County facilities do not have the space to hold more than 7,000 people, but at this rate we will have over 10,000 prisoners by 2033. If we were to just expand our current buildings it would cost more than $700,000,000, |
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The Art and Times of Edgar DegasEvery impressionist painter had their own contribution to the style of art known as Impressionism; Monet had his water lilies, Pissaro his romanticized rural workers, and Degas had his dancers. Though each painter may be known for a certain subject field and style, most explored and had interests in other elements of life. Degas for example, before his work with dancers, had a fascination with the newly imported sport of Horse Racing. In the included painting by Degas, "Le Champ de courses, jockeys amateurs près d'une voiture", he depicts the exciting moments right before the beginning of a race. This is undoubtedly a great example of impressionist artwork, whether it be the nouvaux subject matter or the colors and styles of brushstroke used, the elements are all in place to create an impressionistic masterpiece. Before Degas began his seeming obsession with dancers, he worked in the newly popularized and uncharted world of horse racing. With the new Longchamp racetra |
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Voiceover Internet ProtocolOver the past few years, data networks have been growing at a much faster pace than that of voice networks. This continuing trend is most commonly attributed to the rapid growth of Internet networking services. Voice over Internet Protocol or VoIP is a technology in many modern technology systems that enable users to use data to carry voice traffic. The term IP as we know stands for Internet Protocol, which is a language that computers use to communicate with the internet. VoIP is basically a comparatively innovative modern way of digital voice communication that relies on many communication protocols, technologies, and transmission techniques for delivery over a data network. The distinctive feature of VoIP is that communication happens over the Internet. The most common network of VoIP is the Internet but also, it uses networks such as a business's private data network. VoIP is increasingly prevailing over traditional analogue telephone. The attractive rates in VoIP telephony have lo |
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The Evolution of Horror MoviesI. Introduction The horror movie has been a curiously gratifying medium for over one hundred years due to its almost paradoxical effects on the human mind. Since the first horror movie in 1896, people of all ages have spent precious hours of their weekends making their way to the local cinema, spending their hard-earned money on movie tickets, finding a seat in one of many crowded rooms, and sitting down in darkness for hours, all in the hope that this newest horror release will genuinely disturb them. Perhaps some in the theater just want to experience the thrill associated with death and despair. Humans are attracted to these bizarre images, so horror movies have been known to push the limit of socially acceptable entertainment. As horror veteran Stephen King puts it, the horror film "has become the modern version of the public lynching . . . It deliberately appeals to all that is worst in us" (King 498). In any case, horror movies have seen immense success around the |
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Education and Socio-Economic ClassesI've always wondered why social class isn't a topic that is much discussed but we all think about often. Who hasn't ever wondered what it's like to hit the lottery and live lavish? The categorization of social classes and the division between them has always had an eminent impact on America. This categorization of class has not allowed for the equal opportunity for all Americans. In Gregory Mantsios article, "Class in America – 2009," he uses statistical evidence, data and many examples to dismember four common myths Americans still believe about social class. It could not be any clearer, that citizens from different social backgrounds live a different lifestyle in comparison to other classes, and each class provides different opportunities to its affiliates. The higher within the pyramid of class a person is ranked, the more advantage an individual has in comparison to a lower class individual. The responsibility is on everyone to eliminate this division and restructu |
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The Influence of Economic Thought on NAFTAHas economic thought influenced international policy initiatives? The topic of trade and especially free trade is a well-established in economics through classical economists Adam Smith and David Ricardo. International free trade agreements are comprised of regional trade agreements (RTAs) and preferential trade agreements. According to the World Trade Organization (WTO), a regional trade agreement is "a reciprocal trade agreement between two or more partners and they include free trade agreements and customs unions (WTO). There are also preferential trade agreements which are defined as "unilateral trade preferences" (WTO). The North American Free Trade Agreement is a regional trade agreement between the United States, Mexico and Canada. Nearly twenty years after it was signed NAFTA remains a divisive topic. I will be exploring the influence of economic thought on NAFTA and my primary focus is whether or not it has been successful in its goals specifically in regard to |
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Information Technology and the Medical FieldWhen looking at health professions, there are a wide variety of careers. Many health careers have complex journeys before getting started, along with challenging tasks that must be completed. This paper will outline the educational and licensing requirements, as well as job duties, career outlook, and salaries of four different careers. In addition, Technology Risk Management will be described in depth, along with my personal experience within the career. Dentistry is a career that focuses on combining science and technology together. Maintaining positive oral health is a dentist's main goal. Not only do dentists maintain oral health, but they also treat gum diseases and enhance the appearance of teeth. Extractions, implants, and tissue grants are additional job duties that dentists take on. Also, dentist will remove decay, fill cavities, straighten teeth, repair cracked teeth, and much more. On average, a dentist that works for a private practice makes an annual income of $203,000 |
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Windows and the Black Screen of DeathBlue Screen of Death also known as the BSoD, the blue screen of death appears when windows crashes or locks up. It's actually a Windows stop screen, and is designed to do two things: tell you the reason for the error, and how to go about doing it. The color blue was also chosen for a reason because of its relaxing effect on people. Though Blue Screens are difficult to decipher, all the information you need to figure out what caused the BSoD initially is right in front of you in blue and white, and that's where this report is useful to explain to you how to go about understanding the blue screen error details, so you can cause the error that's causing them. This research paper consists of four parts 1. History of (BS0D) 2. What causes (BSoD) Blue Screen of Death 3. Steps taken to resolve blue screen of Death The first section gives a brief run through on the history of the BSoD, where it was first encountered, who encountered it, who went about naming it and so forth. The second |
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Narrative Essay - My College ExperienceOn my list of colleges that I wanted to attend while I was still in high school, UMKC was not first or even second. I wanted to attend a college that was not so close to home because I wanted to experience college the right way. Another reason that I did not want to attend UMKC was because pretty much anyone who had went to college from my dad's side of the family went to UMKC at some point. I had an uncle who attend UMKC back in the 90s and five cousins other cousins who attended UMKC in the recent years before I did. I wanted to start my own tradition in a way, however it never ended up happening. If I look back to when I was a freshman, all I can recall is going to classes and returning home everyday. It felt a lot like high school because I was not involved in any other club, activity, or extracurricular activates, so I did |
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An Overview of CyberbullyingWhat is cyberbullying? Cyber bullying occurs when one employee uses email, blogs, text messaging, instant messaging, or social media to harass another employee. Cyber bullying is becoming an expanding crisis in the workplace because people are becoming increasingly dependent on 'social' technology. The underlying issue is that employees misuse company technology for personal satisfaction/gain. According to the American Management Association, 'nonproductive or potentially dangerous' messages account for nearly 35% of all company email. Not only is it personally detrimental to the victim, but the company suffers from every instance of cyber bullying as well. Why do employees engage in cyber bullying? Employees engage in cyber bullying to intentionally harass, humiliate, intimidate, or sabotage a fellow employee. Although the initial cause/reason may differ, most cyber bullies attempt to gain control, power, or dominance over their victims. In many cases, the bully tries t |
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Pornography and CensorshipWhat is pornography? According to Merriam Webster, dictionary online pornography is defined as "the depiction of erotic behavior (as in pictures or writing) intended to cause sexual excitement". Yet, many people have different definition of what they consider pornography and what is not. Susan Brownmiller is a feminist activist who wrote an essay "Lets Put Pornography Back in the Closet" argues that pornography should not be protected under the First Amendment. Jacoby on the other hand, disagrees with Brownmiller and says that any form of censorship of pornography is not right. So, should society, let government censor pornography just because they do not have an exact definition of what is considered pornographic? Pornography has no place in society as a whole and therefore should not be censored by our government. Society has a different opinion about pornography and some say that it is unhealthy or bad. According to Wicclair states that "different people h |
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TV Show - How I Met Your Mother"How I Met Your Mother" (HIMYM) is a television series following a man, Ted Mosby, and his friends through their late 20s in New York City. The show is narrated by Ted who has sat his children down to tell them the story of how he met their mother. As Harold Mendelsohn stated in his mass entertainment theory, "TV provides an inexpensive, convenient way for people to satisfy various psychological needs"(Baran & Davis, 2015, p.120). HIMYM is a very popular show because it satisfies viewers' various psychological needs by allowing them to experience life and love in NYC and feel a sense of belonging with the group. For nine seasons HIMYM took its fans on a roller coaster of Ted's happy relationships and heartbreaks all leading to him meeting the mother of his children. According to the uses and gratification theory, consumers use media for five reasons: to gain knowledge, to identify with characters, for simple entertainment, to enhance social interaction and to escape from the stresses of daily life ("Uses and gratification," 2015). Viewers watched this show to learn about relationships, friendships, and love, as well as to experience life with a g |
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The Concept of Computer ConsciousnessIt is widely accepted that a rock is not conscious. The same can be said for a tree, single cell amoebae, or a cell phone. Many people believe these claims, but there is really no way to prove any of them. The question of whether or not something can be considered conscious has been present throughout the history of Epistemology and Philosophy. As technology has advanced through the years, the issue of consciousness has started to be applied to computers. If a computer was developed that showed signs of intelligent life, what is to say that such a computer is not conscious? And if this computer is not conscious, is it possible that a computer could be developed that would be considered conscious? The reason for the persistent appearance of the question of consciousness is because there is no way to prove that something is conscious. This is what is known as the problem with other minds. In regards to the consciousness of other objects, or people, any statement you make is little mo |
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The Influence of English Education in ChinaEnglish is the most useful language in modern life. On 2010, English was at the third place of the language by number of native speaker which had 360 million. It also was the official language in 54 countries. Although, to contract with Chinese which had 960 million, English sounds like not that useful than Chinese, English is a worldwide language. Even in China, lots of people use English in their daily life. From 19 century to now, English more and more important in China. Also, because of the history of English in China, English education in China has its own style which is no speaking English and by the influence of English, Chinese people created China English and English became a required skill for working. "Adamson (2002) analyzes the official role and status of English language and education in China by dividing Chinese history into three periods – the Qing dynasty, the Republican era, and the People's Republic of China." (Chang, Bok-Myung Pg5) The first pe |
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Mobile Wallet Technology in Namibia and ArmeniaMobile wallet technology or mobile money transfer comprehensively refers to the payment services that are performed via or by a mobile device and that operated under financial regulation. Consumers through mobile wallet technology are able to utilise their mobile phones to pay for a myriad of services and goods both physical goods and hard goods. Mobile wallets make use of near-field-communication (NFC) chips located inside tablets, or other mobile smart devices like phones to transmit payment information. (Handa, Saraf, & Maheshwari, 2011) When using a mobile wallet, all the customer needs to do is to open an application installed on their smart devices. He/she will then enter a PIN code and select the payment account they would like to use for that particular payment. They may also include any available customer rewards or special offers they wish to be considered for. To pay for the goods or services the clients will just tap their devices to enable a payment terminal and the infor |
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Breast Cancer Intervention ProgramBreast cancer is among the leading killer diseases in the current world today. Estimates for American Cancer Society for women in the USA for the year 2015 pose a worrying trend. New cases of invasive breast cancer stand at 231, 840 and there are estimated to be 40, 290 death cases of breast cancer. There are nearly 62, 290 new cases of Carcinoma in situ cases of cancer. It is the most common cause of death among the American women today. Skin cancer and breast cancer pose a big heath threat among women in the United States and this threat has spread to other parts of the world. The statistics pose a worrying trend and forms basis of my selection of the condition for intervention. Women are now more worried of breast cancer than AIDS. Healthcare insurance has not served to spare families the cost of medication for women suffering breast cancer. Target Audience The women are the biggest causalities stemming from breast cancer. Family members are the second victims of breast cancer due |
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Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-TimeMark Haddon's novel, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, is a bildungsroman about a 15-year-old boy with Asperger's who prefers dogs to humans because "dogs are faithful and they do not tell lies". Animals are a motif that represents his fear and lack of connection to people. For Christopher, the truth is paramount in helping him understand the world and people around him. Through the author's portrayal of not only Christopher but also the characters, honesty is presented as vital in building trust in relationships and in understanding people's individuality. Nonetheless, the novel also delves into the complexity of telling the truth-sometimes, honesty is difficult to achieve and may even be necessary to help people cope with difficult issues. As the protagonist Christopher Boone demonstrates, honesty develops trust, which is fundamental for healthy relationships. Lies hurt relationships; this is most evident in Christopher and his father's relationship. Chri |
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Logistics Management - DimercoThis written report examines the logistics management policy of Dimerco and its company process to further investigate its impact toward its business operation. Firstly, Dimerco's logistics and its supply chain will be discussed and how it creates value in logistics process in its business to consumer (B2C) or business to business (B2B) operation. Several logistic component will be discussed as well such as what system Dimerco is using, and how is the Information Technology help improve the business operation. Next, the company logistics system and its supply chain will be evaluated to investigate its benefit and importance toward its business operation. A critical review will be made for each of the process the companies and opinions and personal view will be discussed to improve its business operation. Lastly, conclusion will be made based on the overall written report. Introduction Dimerco is china public listed international Logistics and Transportation Company which headquarter |
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Dropping the Atomic Bomb on JapanIn the aftermath of World War II, there were few people who questioned President Truman's decision to drop the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. After all, the Japanese had provoked the United States by bombing Pearl Harbor, not the other way around. However, in later years, people began to question the obvious reason that "Truman was saving lives," by putting forth revisionist theories of their own. When examining Truman's decision to bomb Japan through the perspective of 60+ years of history and the results of the atomic bombings versus the potential results of the alternatives available to Truman at the time, it becomes abundantly clear that he made a correct and justifiable decision and ended the war. Truman resolutely defended the atomic bombings. On August 9, after Nagasaki was bombed, Truman made a public statement on why the atomic bombs were used: Having found the bomb we have used it. We have used it against those who attacked us without warning at Pearl Har |
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SABC External Environments1. INTRODUCTION. The main aim of this discussion is to describe and analyse the external environment in which the SABC operates, in order to determine which type of market structure can be found in the market. The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is South Africa's national public broadcaster with a strategic purpose of broadcasting for the total empowerment of its citizens. As such it is obliged to offer the public a comprehensive range of distinctive programs and services. Therefore, it must educate, inform, entertain and develop culture and education and as far as possible secure fair and equal treatment for the various cultural groupings in the nation. That being said, although the SABC is a state owned enterprise, like any other business must it must maintain efficient, profitable operations to meet the expectations of the stakeholders. It also faces challenges that many other media firms face, for example competition for audiences, technological advancement etc. Thi |
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The Amazon and Congo RainforestsWhen people think of tropical rainforests; wet, lush, green, exotic and preserved lands come to mind. Unfortunately, the rainforests throughout the world aren't as preserved as we wish they were, once before. We often associate an environmental issue with one particular subject. For tropical rainforests, there's a series of different environmental issues going on, all at once, every day. Climate change (global warming, fossil fuels, greenhouse gas), conservation (ecosystems – biodiversity, habitat destruction, illegal dumping; fishing; forests – clear-cutting, deforestation, illegal logging; natural resources – exploitation of natural resources; species – endangered species, poaching, species extinction, wildlife trade), ozone depletion (CFC), and pollution are some tropical rainforest environmental issues, to name a few. While we boast about what we have done to help the global environment, it's a mere fraction versus the actual damage that we've done and what we continue doing. Rainforests are identified by their climate, controlling factors, geographic distribution, distinguishing characteristics and related features. Tropical rainforests coole |
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The Lost Honor of Katharina BlumThe use of language in the novel encourages the reader to respond adversely and form an attack on the horrendous journalistic practises of "the News". There are numerous instances of modality (indirect author opinion) which have the verbal function of telling the reader what the speaker's attitude is about the News whilst supposedly maintaining a "scrupulously fair" (p. 106) "testimony" in his "report" (p. 8). Boll directs the reader's response by introducing sarcastic and scathing words, such as "bias" (p. 8), when referring to the paper and suggesting "The News [which is] all lies" (p. 139) is a "rag" (p. 40), an insulting term for a newspaper, and is both full of "lying and fraudulent statements" (p.61) and composed by "murderers and character-assassins" (p. 108). The News is personified as wild, out of control, animalistic, monstrous, beastly and therefore, as the reader is positioned to see, |
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