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Dropout Rates Highest at For-Profit Colleges, Research Report Finds

Angie Walls (photo by doonbugsbunny from Shutterstock) Unpublished The number of students dropping out at for-profit colleges has more than tripled over the last decade, according to a new report More »

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Department of Energy Examines New Cyber Security Risks on the Electric Grid

Angie Walls (photo by Pi-Lens from Shutterstock) Published in The DeviceLine Blog by Mocana, February 11, 2011   The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) just announced a new initiative to More »

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DHS Announces New Online System to Verify Employment Eligibility

Angie Walls (photo by Oleksiy Mark from Shutterstock) Published in The Human Resource Blog by C4CM,  March 25, 2011   Just this week, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a new, innovative More »

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A Flight Computer Issue Forces United Airlines to Ground 96 Planes

Angie Walls (photo by coward_lion from freedigitalphotos.net) Published in The DeviceLine Blog by Mocana, February 25, 2011   Unexpectedly, a glitch with their flight computers caused United Airlines to ground More »

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A Spotlight on Washington’s Historic Hotels

Angie Walls (photo by hopshomemade from iStockPhoto) Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, September 27, 2008 All year long, Washington, DC welcomes millions of American and foreign visitors with More »

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Is the Chip and PIN Broken? A Controversial Solution to Bank Card Security

Angie Walls (photo by Petr Kratochvil from Shutterstock) Published in Mocana’s DeviceLine Blog, January 25, 2011   What is the security gadget that UK bankers don’t want you to know about? More »

A Former Employee Files a Harassment Case Against Walmart

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Angie Walls
(photo by shaunl from iStockPhoto)
Published in The Human Resource Blog by C4CM, May 27, 2011

 

In Arkansas this week, a fired employee has filed a lawsuit for harassment against Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. The employee, who currently resides in Oklahoma, alleges that Wal-Mart is forcing him to an Arkansas court as part of a 4-year-old trade secret violation case.

EEOC Focuses on Today’s Gender Gap Problem

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(photo by marekuliasz from Shutterstock)
Published in The Human Resource Blog by C4CM, May 10, 2011

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has already hosted two dozen events in their focused efforts to address the gender pay gap in America. Fortunately for employees who work in federal government, there is a higher level of equal pay in federal jobs versus private sector jobs.

As reported by Washington Postcolumnist Joe Davidson, it is the General Schedule that takes the most credit for keeping down gender-based pay disputes.

Awaken Your Five Senses: Culinary Travel in Southeast Asia

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(photo by GoodOlga from iStock)

Published in Travel Sense, April 1, 2007

Let your stomach lead the way to Asia’s most delightful smorgasbord of fragrant herbs and spices, tropical fruits, crisp green vegetables and fresh peppers. From dawn until dusk, devour the inimitable tastes and experience the extraordinary culture found in this exotic corner of the world. The journey here will leave an impression that will make you crave for more. Chinese takeout noodles and fried rice will never taste as exhilarating as dining in a Vietnamese café or enjoying your own hand-made spring rolls.

Size Matters: First 1-MM Computer Ushers in New Era

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Published in The DeviceLine Blog by Mocana, March 1, 2011

Researchers at the University of Michigan are onto something – the very first millimeter-scale computing system. Their developing prototypes for an implantable eye pressure monitor and a compact radio that needs no tuning will be have their debut at the upcoming International Solid-State Circuits Conference (ISSCC) in San Francisco.

Is the Chip and PIN Broken? A Controversial Solution to Bank Card Security

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Angie Walls
(photo by Petr Kratochvil from Shutterstock)
Published in Mocana’s DeviceLine Blog, January 25, 2011

 

What is the security gadget that UK bankers don’t want you to know about? A University of Cambridge student has published a paper on a new device that can protect card-holding consumers from the dangers of hackers, resulting in a financial trade group demanding that it be removed from the public.

Restaurants in Georgetown, D.C.

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(photo by dwight9592 from fotolia.com)
Published in USA Today Online, Travel Tips, March 15, 2010

Georgetown, which is one of Washington, D.C.’s historic neighborhoods, is bustling with tourists, college students and locals most nights and weekends. Known best for its trendy dining and shopping establishments, Georgetown is the hot spot for experiencing the city’s grandiose nightlife. With great style, passion and energy, Georgetown comes to life after dark, offering many activities for all tastes. Georgetown is known for its diverse culinary offerings and beautiful waterfront views, which is perfect for outdoor and group dining.

Some Uncommon Travel Accommodations

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Angie Walls
(photo by bjaglin from Flickr Creative Commons)
Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, January 30, 2009

 

Do you consider yourself an adventurous traveler? Are you up for anything off the beaten path? If you want the kind of vacation that evokes the strangest stories to share with friends, take a look at the world’s quirkiest hotels.

As tourism magnets, many of these places bring the authenticity of a destination to a new level. For instance, why stay at the Radisson when you can sleep in a traditional hut or wildlife sanctuary, surrounding yourself in the midst of the African bush?

How Would You Like Your Lamb?

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Angie Walls & Laryssa Wirstiuk
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Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, January 21, 2009

 

Hop off the Metro at Dupont Circle, and the cool blue exterior of Levante’s is one of the first things that you will notice.  Right in the heart of the most cosmopolitan district in Washington, DC, this Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant draws a mixed crowd. Whether you’re seeking a casual dinner out or a cozy spot to grab a drink with friends, Levante’s will suit almost any occasion.

Phine Phoods of Philadelphia

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Angie Walls
(photos by author)
Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, January 15, 2009

 

Just as exciting as Philadelphia’s museums and art galleries, the culinary experience is right up there the city’s quintessential itineraries. Oversized soft pretzels, steamy cheese steak sandwiches, Tastykakes, scrapple, and hoagies are the true “bread and butter” of this fabulous metropolis. In addition, Philly is packed with one of the largest collections of ethnic eateries, boasting something for every taste, no matter how discerning.

Free Thinking and Tinkering in Philly

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Angie Walls
(photos by author)
Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, January 9, 2009

 

In the City of Brotherly Love, you’ll find much more than history and some of the Mid-Atlantic’s top culinary treats. Notably the American city with the largest collection of public art, Philadelphia thrives with an actively growing group of writers and artists. Travel into the heart of Philadelphia, and you’ll be inspired by the unique art that extends beyond the walls of the Art Museum and into its lively streets.