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Aug

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2014

Solar Energy – Japan Looks to Space for the Ultimate Solar Power System

The Japanese Space Agency JAXA actually has a project in the planning stage to beam power collected with solar energy technology in space to earth. The Space Solar Power Systems project ( SSPS project ) is a space-based solar power plant that generates energy by collecting sunlight in geostationary orbit. The energy is then transmitted to the ground, and converted into electricity and hydrogen for practical use. SSPS consists of a space-based power generation/transmission facility that gathers sunlight, converts it into microwaves or laser beams, and transmits those to the ground; and a power receiving facility on the ground. The…

Aug

17

2014

Serial Entrepreneurs – The Founders Who Pursue Multiple Opportunities

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Do most great entrepreneurs focus on one idea or pursue many? A quick look at billionaire entrepreneurs reveals that most of them are serial entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs are known for being able to focus on one thing to the point of making it a reality. Entrepreneurs are also known for their ability to recognize business opportunities when they come. These two qualities can be at odds with each other: focusing on one thing while looking around for more opportunities contradicts itself. For many new entrepreneurs there is a real dilemma here. Should you start a lot of companies, or should you focus…

Aug

17

2014

Coming to America for Entrepreneurs

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It is no secret that some of Silicon Valley’s tech giants were founded by immigrants. Sergey Brin, a Russian emigrant, co-founded Google; Andrew Grove, originally from Hungary, co-founded Intel; both Steve Chen of YouTube and Jerry Yang of Yahoo came to the U.S. from Taiwan. Immigrants continue to become some of the most successful founders in United States. Brazilian-born Mike Krieger moved to California in 2004 where he met future partner and fellow co-founder of Instagram. Danish co-founders Jon Froda and Anders Pollas created Podio in early 2009. Indonesian-born Malcolm Ong met his fellow co-founder, Michael Karnjanaprakorn, co founded Skillshare while they both working at other startups.…

Aug

17

2014

Facebook’s VP Of product management Sam Lessin is leaving the company

Sam Lessin, Facebook’s VP of product, will leave the company on August 29, he announced on his Facebook page Thursday evening. Lessin joined Facebook in 2010 when Facebook acquired his startup Drop.io, a file-sharing service similar to Dropbox. Lessin was considered a very high-profile acquihire by Facebook at the time. In his announcement, Lessin didn’t say what he’d be doing next other than taking some time off and helping his wife, journalist Jessica Lessin, with her tech news site The Information. Here’s Sam Lessin’s full announcement: Esteemed colleagues, it is with quite mixed emotions that I write to say that August…

Aug

17

2014

Phone Charging Myths

"Don't use your phone while it's charging," "don't leave it plugged in overnight" and "always let it die completely" — these are just a few popular myths about smartphone batteries. When it comes to battery life, there are many little rules for what you can and can't do with your smartphone. While plenty of real rules exist, there are several rumored ones you can simply ignore. Phone batteries have evolved so much over the years, becoming smarter and easier to manage. Most lithium-ion batteries, used by major retailers like Samsung and Apple, should last between three and five years, if you take proper care…

Aug

17

2014

Places for Free E-Books

Looking for the next great book to sink your teeth into? Look no further. As summer rolls on, you may find yourself with free time to catch up on reading. We have good news for you virtual bookworms — you can get in a good read without spending a dime. Here's a list of places where you can find a wealth of free (yes, free!) e-books. Google eBookstore In the free section of the Google eBookstore, you'll find a ton of free books from a variety of genres. Look here for bestsellers, favorite classics and more. Books are available in several…

Aug

17

2014

Pakistan Corps of Armoured

Aug

17

2014

Anti Aging – Steps To Look Younger

Did you know that once you hit 40 years of age, whether you're a man or a women, your body starts aging FASTER than normal? Studies have shown that without the proper nutrients and exercise, your body will age about 6 months EXTRA for every year that passes. Think about that! If you are 40, that means by the time you hit 44 you will LOOK and FEEL 46. And by the time you reach 60, you will LOOK and FEEL 70 YEARS OLD! We see this every day... just look around you. Did you know that 90% of people…

Aug

17

2014

Exercise – Types of Exercise

Healthy benefits of Exercise Maintains physical fitness Contributes positively to maintain a healthy weight Building bone density Muscle strength Promoting physiological well-being Reduces surgical risks Strengthens Immune System Types of Exercise Aerobic Exercises swimming, cycling, walking, skipping rope, rowing, running, hiking, playing tennis Benefits: focus in increasing cardio - vascular endurance Flexibility Exercises Stretching Benefits: Improves the range of motion in muscles and joints Anaerobic Exercises weight training, functional training, eccentric training, sprinting Benefits: increase shot-term muscle strength courtesy : Health Digest

Aug

17

2014

Husband and Wife – Beautiful advice on Marriage

1. Never stop courting. Never stop dating. NEVER EVER take that woman for granted. When you asked her to marry you, you promised to be that man that would OWN HER HEART and to fiercely protect it. This is the most important and sacred treasure you will ever be entrusted with. SHE CHOSE YOU. Never forget that, and NEVER GET LAZY in your love. 2. Protect your own heart. Just as you committed to being the protector of her heart, you must guard your own with the same vigilance. Love yourself fully, love the world openly, but there is…