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Brett Smith for redOrbit.com - Your Universe Online As society begins its slow, tectonic shift towards mainstream acceptance of same-sex marriage, researchers are looking to see what kind of impacts the change will have on different levels of society. A new study from Rice University has found that same-sex couples who live together report lower levels of health than those in heterosexual marriages, when adjusting for socio-economic status. "Past research has shown that married...
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- According to a new analysis by the Institute for Women's Policy Research (IWPR), if workers in Philadelphia without paid sick days were to gain access, health care costs would decline by $10.3 million annually. The analysis finds that not only would paid sick days save taxpayers money, they would improve the workers' health. After controlling for demographic variables and the presence of chronic health conditions, IWPR estimates...
As a part of local efforts within California, the Coalition of Hope Foundation, Inc. (COH) recently donated two mobile homes to the Green Oak Ministries in Vista California to be used as emergency shelter facilities for women and children at risk. Del Mar, CA (PRWEB) February 26, 2013 The Coalition of Hope Foundation, Inc. (COH) is a US-based 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, charitable organization that provides global humanitarian assistance and disaster-relief support. As a part of local...
RealManage announced today that the company has hired Richard Gavalya to be its Vice President, Maintenance Operations for its branch operations. Carrollton, TX (PRWEB) February 26, 2013 RealManage announced today that the company has hired Richard Gavalya to be its Vice President, Maintenance Operations for its branch operations. Richard joins RealManage with over 20 years of experience with producing compelling return on investment from managed and external resources in the...
Must-have, do-now advice for leaders at every level CHICAGO, Feb. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Leadership communication expert David Grossman releases his second and much-awaited leadership ebook of the year - Tips, Tactics & Strategies for Your Leadership Toolbox - which gives leaders at all levels the communication tools needed to engage employees and drive bottom-line results. This ebook is a great addition to any leader's communication tool belt, from Communication...
A newly released international study reveals that the issue of climate change is not a priority for people in the United States and around the world. The surveys showed that when asked to rank priority worries, people were five times more likely to point to the economy over the environment. Additionally, when asked about climate change, people identified the issue as more of a national problem than a personal concern. Coordinated surveys, conducted by the International Social Survey...
Pioneering Business Leaders Demonstrate How to Put Conscious Capitalism to Work SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Some of today's most successful business leaders, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders will convene for Conscious Capitalism 2013 in San Francisco on Friday & Saturday, April 5 & 6, to share stories and best practices for putting Conscious Capitalism to work. Designed for business owners, executives, non-profits and students who want to understand the...
GiveForward discusses future of medical fundraising. Chicago, Illinois (PRWEB) February 25, 2013 Private, online fundraising for individuals trying to pay unforeseen medical bills is on the rise according to GiveForward.com president Ethan Austin. The interview appears in the e-newsletter: Movers, Shakers and Dealmakers, available on: http://www.fundology.com. GiveForward.com provides online fundraising pages to help people raise money to cover out-of-pocket medical expenses for loved...
Residents Throughout the New York Tri-State Area and Eastern Pennsylvania are Invited to Support Fundraiser that Will Offer Free Karate and Safety Programs to Disadvantaged Youth. Nutley, New Jersey (PRWEB) February 22, 2013 Kidsafe Youth Programs, Inc. has been bringing low-cost self-defense and safety awareness programs to children ages five to 15 for the past 20 years. In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Kidsafe is holding a major fundraising drive to extend free enrollment to...
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Department of the Army issued a state-by-state analysis of its plans to implement spending cuts under sequestration. The proposed implementation plan would impose furloughs on hundreds of thousands of federal employees, and leave the Army's much larger and costlier contractor workforce relatively untouched. On average nationwide, the Army wants to furlough nine U.S. Army civilian employees for every one contractor position....
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With the start of summer upon us, we start thinking of things to do on the weekend and how to keep the kids busy. Here are a few things that may just help accomplish that and also to stay safe during this summer. #1 Weather is always a big player in whichever season it maybe, but the summer is a when the United States experiences some of its most severe weather such as Tornadoes and Hurricanes. The best tip for this is to be prepared. If the National Weather Service issues a watch or...
