November 2009

Quotes On Leadership

‘People and practices come and go, but principles of effective leadership will always remain the same – everywhere.’ Stephen R. Covey

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The Cheetah: Maestro Of The Chase

Mammals

Galloping seemingly in slow motion, the embodiment of grace and elegance one animal inspires more dreams than any other. The Cheetah. Reaching speeds in excess of 120 kilometres an hour (75 MPH), the cheetah is well-known for being the fastest recorded land animal in the world. Speed alone is a reason why people are attracted

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Quotes On Work

Quotes

‘Besides the noble art of getting things done, there is the noble art of leavings things undone. The wisdom of life consists in the elimination of non-essentials.’ Lin Yutang

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The Cave Of Altamira: Modern Art Happened 18,000 Years Ago

Nature

The Altamira Cave, is located near Santillana del Mar, Santander, Spain. The cave is famous for its paleolithic cave paintings of wild animals in red, charcoal and ochre and is frequently described as the Sistine Chapel of Palaeolithic Art. What is astonishing about the paintings is that they look like modern art yet they are

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The Butterfly: Beloved Cousin Of The Hated Moth

Insects

Butterflies and moths are a hugely diverse insect family. It is estimated that there are over 200,000 known species. However, moths are much more numerous than their more illustrious counterpart. Given just how close their appearances are, it is astonishing that one is likely to be admired while the other is likely to be seen

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Nuclear Fusion: The Next Economics And Mining The Moon

Science and Technology

Nuclear Fusion is heralded as the solution to our energy crisis. It is what powers stars and it is what powers our own star, the Sun. Nuclear Fusion may lead to the Moon being mined for a very valuable resource. A substance so rare on Earth that it makes the cost of purchasing gold and

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Alfonso Ribeiro: ‘Carlton Banks’ The All Dancing, All Singing Child Prodigy

Interesting People

Alfonso Ribeiro, best known for playing Carlton Banks in ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’, was hailed as a child prodigy. Before Ribeiro even reached teenage years, he had starred in a Broadway musical,PBS television specials, and was even cast in a successful television series.

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