The Economic Impact of Alcoholism

This article examines the effects of alcoholism on the economy, in particular the performance of employees in the workplace and the significant reduction in productivity.

Ruined Rural Economy - Blind Curve Negotiation Part-13

The article revolves around new concept of Blind Curve Negotiations which offers large return but for short terms. The article analyses various facets of Blind Curve Negotiations; and its effect on farmers. An endeavor has been made to suggest measures to review policies for enhancing farming sector growth.

The Fight for La'au Point

The battle over La'au Point in Moloka'i is a microcosm of the ongoing battle between the forces of economics and politics versus that of conservation and culture. Why is La'au Point so important and what does this mean for the island of Moloka'i as well as the rest of the Hawaiian Islands? Read on to find out...

Rare Coin Values Have A New Rival

Coin collectors throughout the world would be struggling to identify antique coins with the introduction of the largest coin in the world shaking the rare coin values market.

What's Up With Gold

The price of gold is rising because the US economy and the US dollar is in danger of collapse. If you don't know this, you're going to be in trouble too.

U.S. Inflation in Decline?

U.S. inflation pressures have moderated in recent months. Trust me - I recognize a statement about inflation moderation flies in the face of what you and I have paid at the gas pump and in the grocery store in recent weeks. However-

Anglesey Mining Goes for Zinc

Prospects are bright for Anglesey Mining, a UK quoted company, as it looks to develop zinc production at its Parys Mountain site on the island of Anglesey. Growing global demand for zinc fuelled by China and India provide a great opening for this resources company, based at a location long associated with copper.

Reduce Crime By Repealing Drug Prohibition

Unfortunately, a government-sponsored war on drugs currently increases the victimization of innocent people two-fold. Firstly, drug prohibition funds crime and terrorism amongst the public. Secondly, the government victimizes the populace both by taxing harmless citizens to fund its futile war on drugs.

Violent Crime in America

For families and individuals residing in America the threat of violent crime is a fear that we all have to live with. Just pick up your local newspaper or turn on your T.V. and see the headlines of murder, rape and assaults reported from coast to coast. There is an answer to the realization that you may be a victim of a violent crime, and that is to be prepared to defend yourself should you find yourself in a situation that warrants it.

Crimes Associated With Sex Tours

As long as the country in which you are staying and participating in sex tours within says prostitution is legal, you cannot get into trouble for engaging in sex tours there. However, there are some common crimes that are associated with sex tours that you should be aware of and try to avoid at all costs.

FBI Data Base; Is It Finally Right?

The Federal Bureau of Investigation recently rolled-out its new database to help catch International Terrorists and well it sure sounds like a good system, but can we trust the Government's Data, I mean all the garbage in garbage out and Business Community databases that are used with this have bogus data. So searching bogus data, does not provide efficiencies, it provides bad data out.

Violent Crimes By Women Up 50%

In Scotland more women are committing crimes than ever before, it is up by over 50% but why ask sociologists and biologists? Something is a miss, why the sharp and drastic increase? Are men becoming pansies and will not stick up for themselves? Is it something in the food triggering this?

Amber Alert Saves Children's Lives

Do you know what the Amber Alert is? Do you know when it was put into effect? Do you know how this amazing alert started? If you answered yes to any of these questions, read on.

Report on the Golden Age of Gangsters Convention

The first ever national gangster history convention was held outside Chicago on September 10, 11 and 12, 2004. I am proud to have been involved with the planning and promotion of this unique event.

Stop the Killings: A Short Story

For quite some time now, I have been looking to write articles in a new genre. Stories about the pathos of boxing and articles dealing with issues of individual freedom are great, but at some point there is a need to see if I can really be more versatile...to see if I can actualize that idea that has been ensconced in my brain for so long. Well, that time came and I decided to do a piece that either involved a spree killer or a mass murderer. Sooner or later, I'd work my way to a serial killer, but first things first.