Deciphering Food Expiration Dates February 21, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Consumer Information, Food, Government Publications, Health, Safety.add a comment
http://blog.usa.gov/roller/govgab/entry/deciphering_food_expiration_dates
This post from the GovGab Blog explains how consumers can decode the language of food expiration dates. “Sell by,” “Best if used by,” and “expiration date” are all explained. Links are also provided to food storage information.
International Market Research Library February 20, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Business, Countries, Import/Export.add a comment
This is the market research library of the U.S. Commercial Service. Access market research reports, country commercial guides (a.k.a. Doing Business in…), and best market reports by industry, region, country or date.
Foreclosure Procedures by State February 20, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Bankruptcy, Consumer Information, Credit, Finance, Real Estate.add a comment
www.realtytrac.com/education/noframes/foreclosurePro.html
RealtyTrac has created this easy-to-use guide covering the foreclosure procedures for each state. Judicial and non-judicial foreclosures are explained. Use the menu on the left side to see an overview of foreclosures and information on buying foreclosed homes.
United States Reports February 19, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Government Publications, Law, Public Records, Supreme Court.add a comment
http://bulk.resource.org/courts.gov/c/US/
This is an online depository of federal case law, with decisions dating back to 1754. This is a fairly new resource, so be patient. It will certainly become more user-friendly in the future. Currently, opinions can be accessed by date and citation, although as it grows its functionality should improve.
2008 Child Safety Seat Ease of Use Ratings February 18, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Children, Consumer Information, Safety, Transportation.add a comment
www.nhtsa.gov/portal/nhtsa_eou/info.jsp?type=infant
From the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ratings are provided for Infant Rear Facing Seats, Toddler Forward Facing Seats, Convertible Seats and Child Booster Seats, based upon ease of use.
Bryophytes February 16, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Biology, Biomes, Plants, Taxonomy.add a comment
http://bryophytes.plant.siu.edu/
“Bryophytes is a resource devoted to Bryology, the branch of plant science concerned with the study of mosses, liverworts and hornworts. It provides information on the classification, structural features, natural history, ecology and evolutionary relationships of these plants.” From Southern Illionois University at Carbondale.
Experior Examination & Licensing Services is now Prometric February 11, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Exams, Home Repair, Job & Career, Tennessee.add a comment
www.experioronline.com/clientpub.htm
www.prometric.com/Candidates/default.htm
Prometric bought out Experior at some time in the past few years, and now their focus seems to have shifted a bit. The link above will direct you to information on a variety of test programs and preparation information. But, unfortunately, it does not appear that they still offer the same test prep information on the Tennessee General Contractor’s License that Experior once did.
For information on the different licensing and certification programs, choose an area of study to view the testing programs available in that field.
Hairstyles Design February 7, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Self Help, Women.add a comment
This is an online portfolio for various hairstyles. Includes sections on: Women, Men, Black, Formal and more.
The Butterfly Lab February 7, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Biology, Insects.add a comment
www.naturemuseum.org/online/thebutterflylab/index.htm
The Butterfly Lab website is from the The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum’s Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, located in Chicago, IL. The site includes information on the anatomy, life cycles, and behavior of butterflies, as well as an interactive field guide.
