Archive for October, 2008

The Telephone - A Brief History

During the 1870’s, two well known inventors both independently designed devices that could transmit sound along electrical cables. Those inventors were Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray. Both devices were registered at the patent office within hours of each other. There followed a bitter legal battle over the invention of the telephone, which Bell subsequently […]

Don’t Get Caught Out by the Mobile Phone Matrix Scams

Please read the article and leave a comment with your thoughts or experiences.
The mobile phone matrix scam has fast become one of the largest growing scams on the internet at the moment and is abundant on many of the internet auction sites, these mobile phone scams offer mobiles for as little as £20. This sounds […]

How To Buy A Business Phone System

There are many considerations when buying a new business phone system and with so many brands to choose from it can become a very daunting task.
This article will try to explain what to consider when purchasing a new business phone system and in the process hopefully save you some headaches and money as well.
First you […]

Visual Learning: Multi-Media in the Classroom

Visuals are a great tool to help with student comprehension as well as make for a more exciting class. Unfortunately, not all classrooms are equipped for this type of learning but most schools will have a multi-media room that can be utilized on an “as needed” basis. In addition, the presentation could involve […]

Borgo Di Villa Castelletti Country Hotel in Florence Signa

Located in the Tuscan countryside in the hills west of Florence, Villa Castelletti has been host to congresses, receptions and other special events for many years. An integral part of the Villa Castelletti complex is a series of old farmhouses that have been carefully renovated. Two of these buildings own represent the skilful and […]

Seven tips to be a memorable speaker

Seven tips to be a memorable speaker By Tracy Brinkmann
1. Be different. Memorable speakers do not attempt to be one of the crowd. Memorable speakers set themselves apart - they stand out. They stand out with something they do or say, the way they present themselves or their material. One technique I use in my speeches […]

Plot Points — Deep Crimson (1996)

Plot points are linear links that make up the chain of traditional Aristotelian 3-act dramatic structure. This classic structure worked well in Hollywood for almost a century now. Although young movie makers are forcing the limits of this structure, plot points still rule the day as the “tent poles” that hold up of the circus […]

Big Brother 7 - Week Two

The Big Brother house is always unpredictable during its lengthy run and the most dangerous thing punters can do is try and pre-empt who will be up for eviction before the nominations are announced and then bet accordingly.
This very occurrence took place this week, with Grace Adams-Short seemingly in the firing line. Grace had been […]

Cheers (Season 4) DVD Review

One of the most popular television sitcoms ever, Cheers is the perfect series for anyone who’s ever been to a regular getaway “where everyone knows your name”. The show revolves around a friendly neighborhood Boston bar on Beacon Street named Cheers. Owned by former Red Sox relief pitcher Sam Malone (Ted Danson), the bar is […]

E.T. (Movie Review)

Nominated for nine Academy Awards including Best Picture, E.T. won four Oscars and took the nation by storm upon its release in 1982. A box office sensation, E.T. formed long, around-the-corner lines of fans waiting to get into theaters and propelled child star Drew Barrymore to superstar status. One of director Steven Spielberg’s greatest triumphs, […]