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		<title>TKI Dipukul Ramai Ramai Polisi Malaysia</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:51:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
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		<title>Video Ular Raksasa Makan Sapi di Gorontalo</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:36:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
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		<title>Engelbert Humperdinck &#8211; Release Me</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:24:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
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		<title>Changing How You Eat</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:17:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you may know, not fueling up with the right
nutrients can affect how well your body performs
and your overall fitness benefits.  Even though
healthy eating is important, there are myths that
hinder your performance if you listen to them.
Below, you&#8217;ll find some myth busters on healthy
eating.
1.  Working out on an empty stomach.
If you hear a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As you may know, not fueling up with the right<br />
nutrients can affect how well your body performs<br />
and your overall fitness benefits.  Even though<br />
healthy eating is important, there are myths that<br />
hinder your performance if you listen to them.</p>
<p>Below, you&#8217;ll find some myth busters on healthy<br />
eating.</p>
<p>1.  Working out on an empty stomach.<br />
If you hear a rumbling noise in your stomach, the<br />
rumbling is trying to tell you something.  Without<br />
listening to them, you are forcing your body to<br />
run without any fuel.  Before you exercise or do<br />
any physical activity, always eat a light snack<br />
such as an apple.</p>
<p>2.  Relying on energy bars and drinks.<br />
Although they are fine every once in a while, they<br />
don&#8217;t deliver the antioxidants you need to prevent<br />
cancer.  Fruits and vegetables are your best bets,<br />
as they are loaded in vitamins, minerals, fluid,<br />
and fiber.</p>
<p>3.  Skipping breakfast.<br />
Skipping breakfast is never a good idea, as<br />
breakfast starts the day.  Your body needs fuel<br />
as soon as possible, and without it, you&#8217;ll be<br />
hungry throughout the day.</p>
<p>4.  Low carb diets.<br />
Your body needs carbohydrates for your muscles and<br />
the storing of energy.  </p>
<p>5.  Eating what you want.<br />
Eating healthy and exercising doesn&#8217;t give you an<br />
all access pass to eat anything you want.  Everyone<br />
needs the same nutrients whether they exercise or<br />
not, as well as fruits and vegetables.</p>
<p>6.  Not enough calories<br />
Although losing weight involves calories, losing<br />
it too quickly is never safe.  What you should do,<br />
is aim for 1 &#8211; 2 pounds a week.  Always make sure<br />
that you are getting enough calories to keep your<br />
body operating smoothly.  If you start dropping<br />
weight too fast, eat a bit more food.</p>
<p>7.  Skip soda and alcohol.<br />
Water, milk, and juice is the best to drink for<br />
active people.  You should drink often, and not<br />
require on thirst to be an indicator.  By the time<br />
you get thirsty, your body is already running a<br />
bit too low. </p>
<p>Changing how you eat is always a great step<br />
towards healthy eating and it will affect how your<br />
body performs.  The healthier you eat, you better<br />
you&#8217;ll feel.  No matter how old you may be, healthy<br />
eating is something you should strive for.  Once<br />
you give it a chance, you&#8217;ll see in no time at<br />
all just how much it can change your life &#8211; for the<br />
better.</p>
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		<title>FOREX (Foreign Exchange Market)</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:16:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Forex]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The foreign exchange market is also known as FX or it is also found to be referred to as the FOREX. All three of these have the same meaning, which is the trade of trading between different companies, banks, businesses, and governments that are located in different countries. The financial market is one that is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The foreign exchange market is also known as FX or it is also found to be referred to as the FOREX. All three of these have the same meaning, which is the trade of trading between different companies, banks, businesses, and governments that are located in different countries. The financial market is one that is always changing leaving transactions required to be completed through brokers, and banks. Many scams have been emerging in the FOREX business, as foreign companies and people are setting up online to take advantage of people who don&#8217;t realize that foreign trade must take place through a broker or a company with direct participation involved in foreign exchanges. </p>
<p>Cash, stocks, and currency is traded through the foreign exchange markets. The FOREX market will be present and exist when one currency is traded for another. Think about a trip you may take to a foreign country. Where are you going to be able to &#8216;trade your money&#8217; for the value of the money that is in that other country? This is FOREX trading basis, and it is not available in all banks, and it is not available in all financial centers. FOREX is a specialized trading circumstance. </p>
<p>Small business and individuals often times looking to make big money, are the victims of scams when it comes to learning about FOREX and the foreign trade markets. As FOREX is seen as how to make a quick buck or two, people don&#8217;t question their participation in such an event, but if you are not investing money through a broker in the FOREX market, you could easily end up losing everything that you have invested in the transaction. </p>
<p>Scams to be wary of<br />
A FOREX scam is one that involves trading but will turn out to be a fraud; you have no chance of getting your money back once you have invested it. If you were to invest money with a company stating they are involved in FOREX trading you want read closely to learn if they are permitted to do business in your country. Many companies are not permitted in the FOREX market, as they have defrauded investors before. </p>
<p>In the last five years, with the help of the Internet, FOREX trading and the awareness of FOREX trading has become all the rage. Banks are the number one source for FOREX trading to take place, where a trained and licensed broker is going to complete transactions and requirements you set forth. Commissions are paid on the transaction and this is the usual. </p>
<p>Another type of scam that is prevalent in the FOREX markets is software that will aid you in making trades, in learning about the foreign markets and in practicing so you can prepare yourself for following and making trades. You want to be able to rely on a program or software that is really going to make a difference. Consult with your financial broker or your bank to learn more about FOREX trading, the FX markets and how you can avoid being the victim while investing in these markets.</p>
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		<title>A Community College Education is a Good Start</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:16:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many people search and search for the University they will attend upon graduation from high school. Eager students look forward to their time at university while parents wring their hands hoping that their children choose to attend a university that is not only close to home but also within their budget limitations. Another worry that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many people search and search for the University they will attend upon graduation from high school. Eager students look forward to their time at university while parents wring their hands hoping that their children choose to attend a university that is not only close to home but also within their budget limitations. Another worry that parents have when their children decide to attend college is whether or not that university they attend will have the specialized and individualized services that their children were accustomed to receiving in high school. Face it; larger universities tend to be rather impersonal when it comes to the education of their students.</p>
<p>One answer to all those worries and more is to transition your students from high school to a two-year college rather than throwing them to the university wolves so to speak. Many people find that two-year colleges can in fact provide superior educations to four-year universities for those first two years or foundation college level courses. You will not get the specialized or specific instruction in a two year college that is available to upper level students on a university level but most students find the first two years of their college educations focused on getting the requirement and pre-requisite courses rather than the specialized courses in their intended field of study. </p>
<p>Many people also find that those first two years at a community college-transitioning from a small pond to a larger lake-are much easier to handle than going straight from high school to a university-out of the pond and into the ocean. Universities often have lower level classes as auditorium classes. These classes offer little individual instruction and are often sink or swim sorts of classes. Those students who have special learning needs are often lost in the shuffle when entering a university. Community colleges offer smaller classes and ample opportunities for tutoring as well as classes on how to learn to study. </p>
<p>Two-year colleges are also much easier on the budget than most universities. Most people find that community college does not place nearly the financial burdens on families that universities place. Add to that the fact that most community colleges offer very flexible class scheduling and even some courses online and you will find that there are many reasons to consider community college that go well beyond mere budgeting requirements.</p>
<p>Another benefit to students who wish to enter the work force sooner rather than later is that you can actually get a degree or certification in certain programs from a two-year college. This means that you can actually graduate and begin earning much sooner than if you were to attend a four-year college in search of a degree. If you aren&#8217;t sure you want to invest the next four or five years of your life in pursuit of a degree or you simply aren&#8217;t ready to commit yourself to one line of work for the rest of your life it is a good idea to spend two years in a community college rather than making the leap straight into a university setting.</p>
<p>If you are considering whether or not a community college or two year education is the best course of action for your specific needs, I really recommend creating a list of pros and cons of each and balancing your budget to see where your needs are most likely to be fully met. Remember you can always transfer to a university once you&#8217;ve completed your two-year college education or at any time during that education as long as you meet the universities admission requirements. Good luck and remember that your college education is one of the largest indicators of your future earning potential so take it seriously.</p>
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		<title>What is Multi Level Marketing?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:15:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Multi level marketing is known as network marketing. This is a kind of business where franchising and direct selling are combined. This business makes a person associated to a company in an independent transaction approach. It is an approach where the company creates a contactor relationship to the person who wants to expand his business. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Multi level marketing is known as network marketing. This is a kind of business where franchising and direct selling are combined. This business makes a person associated to a company in an independent transaction approach. It is an approach where the company creates a contactor relationship to the person who wants to expand his business. </p>
<p>The members make their earnings based on the sales they have reached in that particular product or service. It also includes the sales of the person that they have recruited to join the business. Most of the time the individual who has recruited more members and provided a good sales output on the product compensate higher because of the effort to transact in two different fields.</p>
<p>There are “pyramid schemes” or Ponzi schemes, which are considered illegal. Most people associate multi level marketing to these kind of schemes because they also recognize themselves to be a legitimate networking business. Because of the bad image brought up by these schemes, many prefer to use their names for their businesses as “home based business franchising” or “affiliate marketing”. </p>
<p>Commissions are earned in the process of selling a particular product or service in a legitimate network marketing. There can be no earnings in what they call as a “sign up fee” or for just recruiting yourself alone. This kind of marketing is always criticized because of the questionable recruitment process where they get their revenue and profit. They get their sales from members and new members, which are considered the end users of the product and as the distributors. </p>
<p>These criticisms led to the major changes in the multi level marketing in the early 1980s when many companies have started to allow their members to concentrate only on marketing and not on distributing or stocking the product. Most multi level marketing firms nowadays perform as fulfillment firms by taking the tasks of shipping the product, paying the commissions and taking orders from their clients. </p>
<p>Many people who are victims of the illegal schemes in multi level marketing are required to buy expensive products, but most of these schemes do not last long because most of the sales are not easily resold. </p>
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		<title>Blogging for Fun</title>
		<link>http://matapaluna.com/?p=948</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:13:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Although blogging can be used for a variety of other purposes such as generating income, promoting a cause and providing information there are many bloggers who enjoy blogging simply because it is fun. These bloggers enjoy blogging for reasons such as staying in touch with friends, expressing themselves or keeping a record of important events. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Although blogging can be used for a variety of other purposes such as generating income, promoting a cause and providing information there are many bloggers who enjoy blogging simply because it is fun. These bloggers enjoy blogging for reasons such as staying in touch with friends, expressing themselves or keeping a record of important events. This article will explain how blogs can be used for these purposes. </p>
<p>Blogging to Stay in Touch with Friends</p>
<p>Staying in touch with friends and family members is just one of the many reasons a person may wish to start a blog. This is especially useful for those who move far away from their friends and family members. Staying in touch by phone, regular visits and even email is not always easy. This is because it can be difficult to keep up long distance interactions with several different people at once. However, by maintaining a blog, a person can greatly simplify the process of staying in touch with friends and family members because they do not have to repeat information in individual phone calls or emails or make time to visit several different people. </p>
<p>When maintaining a blog, the individual can choose to post a variety of information and photos. Through this information and photos the blog owner can keep others informed about current events in his life. Friends and family members can view the blog at their convenience to catch up on important events in the blog owner’s life and in most cases can post comments to the blog owner. They can also read comments from others. This is beneficial if those viewing the blog know each other because they can not only stay in touch with the blog owner but also have a chance to communicate with other friends and family members through the comments section of the blog. </p>
<p>Blogging as a Form of Expression</p>
<p>Some bloggers begin blogging as a form of expression. They may right poetry, songs, short stories or even use the blog to vent about personal events or politics. These bloggers may wish to keep their blog private or can make the blog available to the public. Keeping the blog private is sort of like keeping a diary or a journal. It gives the blogger a multi-media form of expressing himself without the risk of others discovering his true feelings, innermost dreams or frustrations. Other bloggers opt to make these blogs public. This may be for a number of different reasons. Sharing these feelings with others allows the blogger to reach others who may have the same interest as the blogger. </p>
<p>Bloggers who use their blog as a form of personal expression may want to be cautious and consider the decision to make a blog public. This is important because the blog owner may initially not see problems with allowing others to view his personal thoughts. However, over time he may realize his blog could either be offensive to others or could result in problems if friends or family members view the blog. </p>
<p>Blogging to Keep a Record of Events</p>
<p>Another common reason for blogging is to keep a record of important events. Examples of some types of events which a blogger may wish to document include a pregnancy, weddings, vacations, sporting events or completion of school events. Using blogs to keep a record of these events gives the blogger an opportunity to record daily events in one simple location where they can easily look back on the blog or share the postings with others who might be interested in the events. In these cases the blog can serve as a form of scrapbook documenting the events as they occur. The blog owner can post as often as he desires and may choose to include elements such as photos, music, audio files and video files into the blog. The blog can also be designed to suit the events being documented. For example a journal depicting a vacation may have backgrounds, fonts and colors representing the vacation location while a pregnancy blog may feature elements which represent pregnancy, babies and being parents. </p>
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		<title>Ad Tracking Success</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:12:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s no secret that there&#8217;s a lot of money involved
with affiliate marketing.  This is only true however,
for those who are serious and hard working on their
affiliate program.  The biggest part of succeeding
depends on your perseverance and determination.
Even the best of affiliate programs won&#8217;t prosper
if you don&#8217;t build the business on a solid foundation.
Nothing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s no secret that there&#8217;s a lot of money involved<br />
with affiliate marketing.  This is only true however,<br />
for those who are serious and hard working on their<br />
affiliate program.  The biggest part of succeeding<br />
depends on your perseverance and determination.</p>
<p>Even the best of affiliate programs won&#8217;t prosper<br />
if you don&#8217;t build the business on a solid foundation.<br />
Nothing happens if the banners and links you place<br />
on a website just decorates the pages.  The affiliate<br />
must convince visitors to click on the banner or link<br />
then proceed to the program to buy products.</p>
<p>Affiliate marketing can be easy if you have planned<br />
your campaign well and have taken the right steps<br />
towards success.  Choosing the right product and<br />
designing your website with banners and the right<br />
material are keys to making things happen.</p>
<p>An ad tracker is a software program that will allow<br />
you to trace and monitor every click that is made<br />
by visitors through your referral link.  To make<br />
things even better, you know exactly where you<br />
placed the link.  You can either use a service<br />
provider or purchase ad tracking software.</p>
<p>With ad trackers, you can monitor the progress<br />
of your campaigns, even advertising offline.  If<br />
you have several affiliate accounts, this tool<br />
can be very good to have.  </p>
<p>Each and every decision you make should be well<br />
grounded in facts.  By using an ad tracker, you&#8217;ll<br />
be able to generate traffic reports for your<br />
personal sales page.  Armed with the proper<br />
knowledge and an ad tracking software program,<br />
you&#8217;ll have no problems succeeding in the<br />
affiliate marketing world.  It can be tough to<br />
get started &#8211; although once you start making money<br />
you&#8217;ll be glad you took the chance!</p>
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		<title>Advertising in Yellow Pages</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:11:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jabreh</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Advertising]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Some people believe that yellow pages do not receive response like other advertising methods do and this is true to some extent but not in totality. When talking about traditional yellow pages, there sure is a decline in number of people opting for advertising in it. According to a recent report, even the most attractive [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Some people believe that yellow pages do not receive response like other advertising methods do and this is true to some extent but not in totality. When talking about traditional yellow pages, there sure is a decline in number of people opting for advertising in it. According to a recent report, even the most attractive advertisement in a particular section is not getting the response from callers like they used to get before. On the contrary, the prices of placing ads in directories are on a rise, which speaks a different, story altogether.</p>
<p>In reality different categories are witnessing different rates of decline. Like the lawyers category is seeing the maximum decline, where as emergency service provider’s section has the same call rate. And sections like mobile phones, real estate and furniture are seeing a rise due to the increasing customer demand. Altering the size of the advertisement or changing the look cannot do wonders any more.</p>
<p>Experts suggest that relying on yellow pages to get customers isn’t enough. Other options should be considered as well along with it. With the Internet reaching every home, nearly half of the Internet users use the net everyday. They prefer to buy stuff online, from the comfort of their homes. Research should be done on the Internet to get reviews about the product. People, who don’t usually shop online, also are also opting to shop online as information is provided at the click of a mouse. It is easier for people to trust as customers who used the product give their feedback about the product after using it. </p>
<p>A relatively newer concept is the yellow pages going online. The good thing about them is that they are updated frequently unlike the printed directories and can be viewed from any part of the world. According to researches conducted, the response increased by twenty five percent every year. So those who are interested to invest in yellow pages advertising can think of going online.  Directories are submitted to search engines, which on typing a keyword or phrase bring the results. Small and local businesses, too, can land on the pages brought by the result. The cost of creating a website can be saved if all the relevant information about the company is included in the online yellow pages. Look out for the date to renew the directory listing, and if there is a need to change the advertisement, it is not a big problem on online yellow pages. Some starter websites offer to place advertisement in their yellow pages for free. Search out for such websites on the Internet. </p>
<p>Larger businesses can start their own websites and place links in the online yellow pages. Articles can be framed about the business and can be submitted to Ezines and websites related to the area of business. Some websites also allow posting articles for free. The purpose of the yellow pages is basically to get potential customers but that doesn’t mean that existing customers should be neglected. Steps should be taken to strengthen the relationship with them and to retain their trust by maintaining the standard of the products supplied to them. Once they are completely satisfied, the price-rise won’t bother them and they will talk about the company to people they know, which will fetch new customers. </p>
<p>The objective is to work smartly and select the right method of advertising. If a business isn’t using any other method for advertising apart from using yellow pages, it can cause problems and the products may not sell. Analyze how much money is spent on placing ads in directories and estimate whether the amount of customers the business gets is desirable. Whenever a call is received from a potential customer, ask them how they got to know about the enterprise. This will help to analyze which advertising method is ideal for the business. It is never late to correct the mistake and go for the right method. </p>
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