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Manchester’s food is sure to go through your stomach and straight to your heart. If it is love that you're looking for then surly the best thing a guide on Manchester can offer you, is a guide on the only way to a man's (or right thinking woman's) heart; Food. Here is the black book list to my favourite eateries in Manchester: My Personal Guide to the Best Restaurants in Leeds Due to the amount of competition between businesses in a city like Leeds you are likely to find it harder to find a bad restaurant than a good one. This is a little self penned guide on some of my favourite dinner destinations in Leeds. What is insulation, why do we have it and how does it work? Heat moves from warmer areas to colder areas. This is the single basic principle on which the idea of insulation is based. On hot days heat tries to get inside your house and on cold days the heat tries to escape. Insulation seeks to minimise this ebb and flow of temperature by slowing the process. A simple guide to loft insulation Loft insulation is often overlooked by many householders but is one of the main ways that we can avoid man made carbon emissions. The running and heating of homes is said to account for almost one third of all man made carbon emissions in the UK, according to The Energy Saving Trust. A brief guide to home insulation Home insulation is something that you should never skimp on. Whether you are restoring, building or extending a house, this is the area that in the long run, if you do it properly now, will save you the most cash. Time and money in the bank Just how frustrating, to the point of exasperation, is the daily grind of commuting to work? It seems to take longer and longer to get to work everyday. No locks lost in Leeds- the importance of a good haircut. Living in Leeds for the best part of my life I realise that if you live 'Up North' in a cosmopolitan city then it is important to have a good haircut. It is no good looking a mess when you’re out on the town if you want to get noticed. Soho makes up the heart and soul of modern and historical London Soho is bordered by Oxford Street, Regent Street, Coventry Street and Charing Cross Road. Touted as the liveliest square mile in London, Soho had a bit of a sleazy image in the late 20th century as a centre of sex, taboo and debauchery. Since this time Soho has shed its old image like a butterfly shedding its flaky brown cocoon. Sohoho and a bottle of rum…or anything else you might want dear sir, Soho has it all. Whispered, the name Soho slips sexily from the lips and ends with a breathy tease. Connotations and images that come to mind are bold and bright, punk and camp, sexy and edgy, rock and roll. Northern style shines through the glossy mains of Manchester's fashion conscious ladies. Manchester is known affectionately by some as Madchester. Certainly a ‘mad’ city in terms of it’s pace; Manchester is the very epitome of a cosmopolitan great northern city. The area exudes might and power, built on the back of proud northern industry and trade, Manchester is not afraid of anything or anyone. Places Celebrities Eat in London Imagine the excitement that comes over you when you realise that on the table opposite there is a celebrity digging into their Sunday lunch? Talking from experience its exhilarating and an amazing feeling, but where do you find these celebrities? Surely they don't just eat anywhere? Read on…. Places of Historical Interest in Cornwall In my opinion there is no better way than to spend an idyllic few days in the West Country, taking walks and exploring Cornwall’s rich history. How to overcome House Envy What is it about home style magazines that make you feel so inadequate? Flicking through the glossy pages of immaculate hallways, shiny polished stainless steel kitchens and expensive antique bed frames I am overcome with house envy. Road Tax To Rise For 44% Of Drivers Gordon Brown. Sorry. That was a little blunt, wasn't it? But he is going to feature in this - best to warn you up front, I thought. After all, you wouldn't want him sneaking up on you, would you? Home from Home Insurance One topic of conversation seems to have dominated conversations recently: sunshine, or rather, lack of it. Following what seems like weeks of relentless rain, many of us are turning our thoughts to sunnier climes; the thought of getting away for a break somewhere, anywhere, as long as it’s sunny has never seemed so appealing. Escape to Cornwall Living in the vibrant and busy city of London, it is always at this time of the year that I am overcome with thoughts of open fields, idyllic country cottages and rolling surf. Home Insurance Big Brother Style Bring back Dolly and Dick, or even Nasty Nick! Is it just me, or are this years Big Brother contestants the most boring ever? There seem to be no ‘real’ characters, no one to even vaguely inspire a sense of viewing loyalty. Home Insurance Comes Out of the Closet 58 year old woman was hiding in a mans house for 1 year without him noticing. The Stress of Traveling Why is finding travel insurance such a hassle? The streets not covered by car insurance Do street performers get insurance? Holiday Travel Time-Buster Ever been stuck in traffic, delayed in reaching your destination or transfer? This is probably one of the worst things that can happen when you have a train or flight to catch. Remember: the cliché “I’ve got a train to catch”? Well, trains, buses, planes, and in fact most forms of public transport, wait for no-one. It's Not Easy Being Green The ethics of buying finance products today Do Pink Nurses Need Insurance? Would you take medical advice from a nurse in a pink uniform? No neither would I... The real value of studying online for a criminal justice degree I’ve got to thank studying online as a way to progress in my career. Nothing else was going to do it. The gym was useless in giving me inspiration, and for around the same cost my online criminal justice degree is far more rewarding. Studying for a BA degree online is a realistic solution Convenience and easy to use technology are definitely one of the major drawing factors to studying for a BA degree online. The process of studying online has become efficient, easy to use and easy to access, thanks to the development and innovations of the Virtual Learning Environment – where all the teaching and learning resources are available for the study of your online BA degree. Opportunities in the criminal justice system I work in the criminal justice sector. The institutions, the various professions, and the processes are undergoing many new developments, which give people like me a real chance to make a difference to the lives of the people in this country. So that’s why I jumped at the chance to further my career whilst studying criminal justice online and continuing in my job. Studying online for a criminal justice degree I would regard my job as a ‘proper job’ because I find it fulfilling. But I’m studying criminal justice online. Not as a hobby, or a passing interest type thing, but because I’m serious about getting a job in the sector, at least when I feel the time is right to do so. The benefits of getting a criminal justice degree online Because online colleges that offer criminal justice BA degrees online understand that their students will come from a variety of backgrounds, courses are especially geared to consider a wide range of often quite specific needs. The E-learning Revolution Education has always benefited from developments in technology, but the use of electronic learning or e-learning in colleges has enabled a revolution to take place in how students can learn, especially students who, for a variety of reasons, need to do a lot of course work from home. The impact of e-learning has been a huge benefit to both students and colleges. Where to go back into education? – Online! There are challenges for adults going back into education, but thanks to a range of online degree courses and other Internet based learning resources, there are many great ways of improving your skills and knowledge. Work based learning in the Virtual Learning Environment Studying for an online degree whilst staying in your job is a great idea, and has a range of benefits. The essence of work based learning is that you can either study for a course related to your work, or a subject that can help you change career or enhance your existing career. Work based learning can improve what you do in your job and get you important qualifications to give you more choice and direction in your profession. The advantages of studying Internet Marketing online We read about it in the news every week – how Internet advertising budgets are often more than budgets for advertising on television. Why? Because most studies suggest that Internet Marketing is a growth point. Because of this studying Internet Marketing is a growth educational market. The advantages of flexible online learning Flexible learning is all about delivering quality education around the needs of the student who has work and family commitments. The philosophies and theories of flexible learning concern making education accessible to a broad range of students, and enabling students to make the most of the learning in the time frame and course structure that is right for them. Plagiarism and how to avoid it Plagiarism is a controversial subject, and not always black and white. Opinion is often divided as to what constitutes plagiarism. Some high profile court cases have shown that. With the Internet becoming increasingly a tool for education organisations in providing online degrees and other online courses, more educational resources are being shared on the web. What Employers can learn from Online Learning As online learning has increasingly become the study mode of choice for a range of employers, courses such as online business degrees and courses in Internet Marketing have been developed especially with work based learners’ needs. How to stay focused when learning online. Guidance is more important than you’d think if you’d never considered the Internet as a functional and viable studying tool. Simply typing in words relevant to your subject might not necessarily yield the most useful information. Online education – How colleges have adapted to delivering degree programmes online What colleges and learning institutions have found is that although the Internet is an easy to use and very useful tool in distance learning and for online degrees, the way in which it used, and the presentation and organisation of learning materials online is important for students to be able to get the information they need in an accessible way. Do You Know Laptop Clubs? Sometimes the things that get 'lost in translation' can be hilarious. My friend's husband is Italian – he's incredibly talented: has an MA, can speak three languages and works for the Red Cross. However, on occasion his multi lingual skills are not quite enough. Why do pubs show football? Would you ever own up to wanting to stay in to watch TV, instead of meeting friends in a pub? Sad as it might sound, it's a dilemma that we've probably all faced at some point. It got me to thinking about how many pubs have TVs these days – the Plasma TV Takeover. But why is it that they're only ever used for sport? What your furniture says about you Unlike other things I've purchased, each chair, table or bookcase marks a specific time or event. Why? Well, perhaps because buying furniture tells the story of growing up. It's something that we don't even need to consider buying until we leave home. How picking the right perfume can change your life I've never actually bought perfume or fragrance ever, at all, actually. Don't get me wrong I use olive soap and essential oil shampoo and lots of things that might contain some kind of fragrance. But I've never gone and bought a bottle of actual pure perfume, either for men or women. Garden shopping online I'm going to buy a shed outright. No mortgage, no loan, no stamp duty, no worries. It's going to be my shed and my space and I'm going to defend it with the dexterity of NATO. Because I need space. A shed kind of space. How a Tom Tom will improve your life Until a few weeks ago, I'd never heard of Tom Toms. I've recently moved, and a visiting friend told me she'd got there by following the directions from her new Tom Tom. I asked whether she'd taken up drumming and the drums had started talking to her. However, she looked at me incredulously at my lack of knowledge, and told me they were the most popular form of Sat. Nav. My old Television vs a new Plasma TV Visiting my parents today, my son stared in awe at the large Plasma TV my Dad has just bought. I made the mistake of telling him how dodgy my television is, and spent the next five minutes listening to his search for the best price for a television. Having embraced the technological age far better than his daughter, he started telling me which price comparison sites offered what discounts on online shopping sites. Tom Tom Travels You see, I don't drive, so the latest innovations in car navigation systems kind of pass me by (literally). If I get lost on my bicycle I stop and ask for directions. If I need to go further than my legs will carry me I get the bus or train. If I had sat-nav on my bike, I'd inevitably just cause a traffic incident whilst trying to look at it. The Great Laptop v. Notebook Debate Last week I casually announced to friends that I was thinking of buying a laptop or notebook, but hadn't quite figured out the exact difference between the two. The response from 'instant experts' was overwhelming; suddenly the bottle of Pinot we were about to order became low priority. The Revenge of the Digital Camera I've given in. Not to say that I will ever forsake my trusty SLR, but I've finally ordered a digital camera. After a few hours tracking down the best deal online I've found something that actually looks like a 'proper' camera rather than a matchbox with a video screen. No one will ever know the difference. Washed out shopping on foot Having recently got wired up to broadband Internet at home, and having dabbled in a little online shopping already, I knew I could sit in the comfort of my own living-room, in my own time, without hassle, noise or interruption and make a considered, researched and best value choice of a new washing machine. And I did. How to Increase Visitors and Make the Most of your Exhibition Trade Show Stand If you’re going to attend an exhibition, you’ve either never done it before and are wondering if it’s going to be worth all the effort, or you have spent a few hours standing in an exhibition hall waiting for the quality buyers to turn up. Either way, you need to ensure a return on the time and investment in your stand design and staffing resources, and that means choosing your exhibitions carefully and maximizing the visitors to your stand. Clothing shopping – The easy way Until I can afford my own personal Bond street tailor the web is my shopping mall when it comes to clothes. Why? Because it means I can, in the comfort of my own home, (importantly) find those clothes I like (you know, without silly slogans on, frilly bits, etc) and browse through without the worry of getting shouldered by some over-zealous mother dragging her screaming kids down the clothing aisle. Computer Shopping Thankfully I can, if I can figure it out, get the computer comparison web site to show me all the information next to each other so I can work out quite easily what's the cheapest, best-est, good looking-est computer to buy online. Hopefully. It’s Showtime Once again, it’s time to represent the company at their annual trade exhibition. All day people will walk around with forced smiles on their faces being overly pleasant to people they’d never normally speak to... Smell Nostalgia The same way different music reminds us of different periods of our lives, so do different smells. Maybe, if we talk about soundtracks to our lives, we should also talk about smell-tracks – and truly realise how important smell is to our memories and sense of nostalgia. Preserving Memories I didn't get a digital camera until much later than a lot of my friends. I had my old fashioned camera, which was probably very good fifteen years ago, and hadn't thought about upgrading it. That said, I also realized I'd stopped taking photos. I was relying on friends and family to record significant events, and had none of my own images. The Green Side of LCD TVs So, I started looking into energy efficient options for new TVs. Given that TVs are pretty much prerequisite in every home in the Western world, the statistics for energy use are scary; in the UK we waste over one billion pounds keeping appliances on standby alone. My research was interesting though, because it seems that if I buy an LCD TV, it will use 50% less power than other types. Clothes, Chat and Cosmos The waiting is over. Not only is the football season finished, the Sex and The City movie is finally here. Apparently, there’s still some ‘important’ football going on in Europe. That’s fine, it creates the perfect excuse to leave the house and indulge in more cultured activities: shopping for clothes, chatting with friends, drinking Cosmopolitans. Byte Size Computer Fights I'm no computer geek, but I can't deny a certain fascination in the speed at which we've assimilated new technology. In 1969 man landed on the moon. Surprising then, to find out, that it wasn't until the following year that the first hand held calculator was invented. We got into space before we replaced the slide ruler! (I've still no idea – just like the song says – what a slide ruler's for.) The Ting Tings - How They Got To Number One XFM profile of the band that reached number 1 in the UK this week, and their short but rapid rise to the top. Food to Buy Insurance By I needed to buy home insurance, and to top it all off I was hungry... Insurance For Teachers Teaching is a dangerous job - shouldn't there be special insurance for teachers? Paul Weller Interview with XFM Paul Weller talks to XFM on his latest album. Portishead Ready to Start On New Album Portishead hint we may not have to wait another 10 years for their forth studio album... Glastonbury Festival Organisers Speak Out Glastonbury has for once not sold out, with several blaming the horrible weather conditions the last couple of years and choice of line up. The organisers however, have their own opinion... Buying and running a car - as turbulent as the wind This wind wasn’t really for much else apart from drying clothes. Back indoors I picked up the weekend’s post. Amongst the letters were adverts from two different car insurance companies. Cold Feet Anyone who has ever lived in a shared house knows this feeling well: wanting to move out. It's a feeling that has been growing in me for some months now. How to profit from vending machine Making money from vending machines is not as easy as it seems, but it can be a great way to make a living. Following these simple steps will help you reap the rewards from your vending machine. Distance Learning Online: Flexible Learning for Individual Learners One of the most important philosophies of Flexible Learning is the concept that education should be about suiting the individual learner. Flexible learning can use a number of tools and approaches to ensure students can learn whilst in work or around their domestic and personal circumstances. What’s Being Sold in Distance Learning? In an increasingly competitive market, many are seeking to enhance their business skills and acumen with further qualifications; a viable option since an array of business and marketing degrees are now offered online. The E-Learning Revolution and how to be part of it Distance learning is a hot topic in educational institutions around the globe. This learning revolution impacts on everyone from school children to those in business and management. Online learning eases challenges facing adults returning to education The longer someone has been away from their studies the more daunting the prospect of returning can be. But if the will is there the doubts and nerves are surmountable, leaving the challenge of financing and finding an appropriate education provider. Musical Bikes As a cyclist, I’ve always been a little jealous of car drivers. The woes of being without a washing machine The washing machine had broken weeks ago; we called a guy out but it was going to cost more to fix it than buy a new one. New To Traveling Abroad? Are you new to traveling abroad or worried about traveling alone for the first time? Hundreds of thousands of people travel to a different country everyday. Some are seasoned business travelers, others hedonistic leisure/pleasure seekers. Finding Treasures: On-line and off-line Whilst normally I do most of my shopping online, I always make an exception for car boot sales. I love the randomness of car boot sales – never knowing what potential treasure you're going to find. Being perpetually skint, I also enjoy the cheapness. Notebooks: Old-School vs New-School I know it's old fashioned, but I like pen and paper, in particularly, I like notebooks. Passing On Generational Crafts I'm still tempted by bead shops, still find myself drawn through their doors before I know what I'm doing. I realise there's no point, but it doesn't stop me ogling the neat rows, fantasising about what I could make. How my iPod calms my obsessional personalty. The way I listen to music has changed with the times, and my methods of classification have also changed. Where once all my music was filed alphabetically on records, tapes and cds, it is now all in folders on my iPod. I can listen to, and amass, seemingly unlimited amounts of music. Equally, there seem to be endless options as to how I can arrange said music. How to find the perfect perfume at the perfect price. Perfume bargains used to be the sole territory of duty-free, however, in the days of Internet shopping, prices vary enormously. Rather than using your precious lunch hour to scout for good deals, shop online. This way, you’ll get the best perfume, for the best price. The Secret Lives of the Lingerie Ladies. With the recent revival of Burlesque (or though some would argue that it never really went away) there’s never been a better time to indulge in draping your frame in the most seductive lingerie. Glamour is back. Class or Bling? Jewellery Can Win Friends and Influence People. It might seem like a lot of fuss about nothing, but the old adage ‘first impressions do count’ really is true. This is because of what’s known as the ‘halo’ effect. In the mere moment that it takes for someone to form an impression about you there follows a ripple of associated ideas and opinions. How I turned my garden into paradise. Since you can buy just about everything online these days, perhaps, just maybe I could get pots, plants and compost there too? Bingo! Not only did I find ‘practical’ things, but also seemingly infinite choices of colour for watering cans, seats and parasols. The bigger joy is that it arrives without any effort or lifting required and without any need to deal with those people who know. The iPod - What's next? Living in times of all things digital, it’s no great surprise that music is a ‘virtual’ concept. But, in an age of downloads can music shrink any further than the iPod? Kitchen Improvements With New Worktops If your kitchen is looking tired and dated, you do not necessarily need to rip it all out and start again. Replacing the kitchen worktops will instantly give your kitchen a major face lift whilst saving you lots of money and hassle. Why is Online Game Rental Better? This is a question that has plagued the minds of many people since the phenomenon was first founded on the internet. Thankfully a closer inspection reveals some quite obvious advantages, these are; Buy to Let Funding and The Credit Crunch - What it Means For You I'm sure we are all aware that lenders' attitudes towards funding have become more cautious because of the situation in the US sub prime market causing the much publicised 'credit crunch.' The availability of Buy to Let funding has lessened and criteria are becoming stricter to deny this fact would be foolish. However the situation isn't as gloomy as it may seem. So what are the implications for you in early 2008? Why Do We Need Car Insurance? Confused.com answer the question of why we need car insurance, and explain why it is a legal requirement. Tips on Buying a Used Car in the UK Looking to buy a used car or second hand car? Well you're certainly spoilt for choice. With around 27 million cars on UK roads and numbers increasing, the market has never been more stuffed with affordable used motors. But what should you look out for when you find a car you're interested in? Here are some basic pointers for the not-so car savvy. Interim Executive Management jobs are a popular career choice Interim management is a career for those who enjoy a job with challenges and for those who like change. The very nature of an interim management job will require an interim manager to possess both of these qualities. How to make Internet Marketing a career With marketing being a subject that demands a variety of skills, higher education organisations are now competing to offer the best courses in online marketing degrees to suit potential and future student demand. Finding a qualified partner is essential for the start of your career. Higher education online: Step into a new era. Since the colleges and universities helped pioneer the use of email and other web-based communication and reference tools, it’s no wonder that many traditional campus-based and even more distance learning programs rely, in various degrees, on the Internet. For good or bad, education has become more of an industry, while even the most trusted and respected auspices of academia view the web as a technology of their own, rather than something foreign or imported. Tips to choose the right Solicitor when you are on the move. Moving home is one of the most stressful times of our life, and the need to use a professional is viewed as a necessary evil by most. How you go about choosing which Solicitor to use is sometimes as scientific as playing pin the tale on the donkey! How to find the right solicitor in your area through the internet It is said that the only things in life that you can be certain of are death and taxes, but you can be sure that your need for the legal profession will not be far down that list. Over the years solicitors have gained most of their clients through recommendation ‘the family solicitors’ or professions such as estate agents and accountants have recommended a firm as they have a special relationship with them, this approached has worked but now there is a faster growing method for finding a solicitor. Plagiarism in the Distance Learning Environment If you’re studying for an online degree, plagiarism is something to be concerned with. Most cases of plagiarism are carried out unwittingly (though some would say recklessly) by otherwise careful and considerate students. The e-learning revolution has made a lot of things to do with studying easier, but it also has presented hazards. The Distance Learning Environment I thought learning over the Internet would be fiddly and counter-productive. My course was in Internet Marketing, so it would seem reasonable to go about my studies in a ‘virtual learning environment.’ But I’m used to sitting in a class or tutorial with an actual real person to give a lecture and to respond right there and then to any questions. But e-learning works as well as, or better than the traditional college environment, as long as you go with the right provider of it. Distance no object for learning When my friend moved to the Shetlands a few months ago she told me the thing she was most looking forward to was the chance to finally have the time and space to study for a degree. I queried her sanity, pointing out that she was going to struggle to find anywhere in as remote a place as the Shetlands where she could do that. That’s when she told all about the wonder of distance learning online. How to use the Internet to help you study I’ve just embarked on an online management course, and although the syllabus, tutorials and classes are conducted via the Internet, research is primarily through this means. The guidance and suggestions from my tutor are crucial for using the Internet to help you study. The Harsh Reality of Insurance Fraud Many people are tempted to either add a few extra items to their list when making home insurance claims, or to hike up the value of previously owned possessions. Even normally law abiding citizens are willing and eager to commit this type of fraud, and seem to believe insurance companies are fair game. Fully Comp My latest bank statement left me in shock, needing a very large glass of wine, because I realised how much I spend on insurance of various sorts. As I spluttered into my chardonnay I wondered if there is any kind of insurance that you can take out to cover against the need for multiple insurance policies. Climate Change - Business as Usual Unpredictable weather is on the increase. Scientists, politicians, business leaders and activists all agree climate change is happening. They differ only in what needs to be done about it. Politicians and business leaders are finding increasing ways to make money out of the destruction of the planet with initiatives as varied as carbon trading to expensive green solutions. Home Insurance industry set to pay out £30million Last April, a smaller earthquake (4.2 on the Richter scale) in Folkestone, Kent, apparently cost insurance companies something like £15m. This February's, they say, will cost them as much as £30m - the Lincolnshire Quake was thirty times larger, but its full impact was centred upon a more rural area. In either case, that's quite a lot of money to lose on something that lasts barely a couple of minutes.
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