For quite a long time, a lightsaber has created an imagination in the minds of the “Star Wars” devotees to have a tangible representation of the heroic Jedi and sinister Sith across the galaxy far, far away. As technology marches forward, lightsaber props have been transformed into sophisticated tools, immersing one in the mythical Jedi or Sith world with increasing effectiveness.
For quite a long time, a lightsaber has created an imagination in the minds of the “Star Wars” devotees to have a tangible representation of the heroic Jedi and sinister Sith across the galaxy far, far away. As technology marches forward, lightsaber props have been transformed into sophisticated tools, immersing one in the mythical Jedi or Sith world with increasing effectiveness.…
Invoice processing can be a daunting task for any small business and it comes with a lot of problems that may affect cash flow and business relations with clients. From payment being made after a long time to mistakes that may be made while preparing the invoice, these are known to cause some cash pressure and many hassles. It is important to understand what are the typical problems encountered with invoicing and how to solve them to keep a sound financial situation and be successful in the business.
In this guide, we will explore some of the most prevalent invoicing challenges faced by small businesses and discuss strategies to overcome them.
Delayed or Late Payments
One of the most significant challenges faced by small busi…
In today s digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for the success of any business. This holds true for dental practices as well. With the increasing competition in the dental industry, it is essential for dentists to optimize their websites to attract more patients and stay ahead of the competition. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore Optimization and its 10 proven strategies that can help dental practices maximize their online visibility and attract more patients.
1. Conduct Keyword Research
Keyword research is the foundation of any successful website optimization strategy. It involves identifying the keywords and phrases that potential patients are using to search for dental services online. By targeting these keywords in your website content, yo…
Nergui Manalsuren
UNITED NATIONS, Jul 29 2008 (IPS) – Although the global percentage of people living with HIV has stabilised since 2000, the overall number of people living with HIV has increased due to new infections each year and wider access to antiretroviral therapy, says the new UNAIDS report on the epidemic.
Peter Piot, the head of UNAIDS, said Tuesday that in overall terms, there has been enormous progress with real results.
The 2008 Report on the Global AIDS Epidemic estimates 33 million people were living with HIV worldwide in 2007, including 2.7 million new infections, down from 3.0 million, and 2.0 million deaths that are down from 2.2 million in 2005.
However, the total number of HIV-infected children is up from 1.6 million in 2001 to 2.0 million …
Marwaan Macan Markar interviews MICHEL SIDIBE, chief of UNAIDS
BANGKOK, Mar 24 2009 (IPS) – The global financial crisis has created a space for a vigorous debate on the life-prolonging drugs needed for people living with HIV, says Michel Sidibe, the new head of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS).
Michel Sidibe Credit: UNAIDS
The global financial crisis has created a space for a vigorous debate on the life-prolonging drugs needed for people living with HIV, says Michel Sidibe, the new head of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS).
Against such a prospect, however, is the i…
Baradan Kuppusamy
KUALA LUMPUR, Sep 17 2010 (IPS) – Genetically modified terminator mosquitoes are the latest weapons that the Malaysian government wants to use against the deadly dengue fever, but activists and environmentalists say the public health risks of introducing a new artificial strain of mosquito are far too high.
The government has discussed plans to release in December male terminator mosquitoes with killer genes that would lead to a reduction in the population of the Aedes mosquito, which carries and transmits the dengue virus to humans.
Under what would be a pilot project devised by British and Malaysian scientists, the genetically engineered male Aedes mosquitoes would pass on when they mate with the wild female of the species lethal genes that would k…
Without proper planning, organization and health and safety support the impact of teleworking on the physical and mental health and social wellbeing of workers can be significant, warns new report. Credit: Martin/ILO
MADRID, Feb 4 2022 (IPS) – Now it comes to teleworking, the double-edged, relatively recent phenomenon imposed by COVID-19 lockdowns. On the one hand, it improves work-life balance, opportunities for flexible working hours and physical activity, red…