A debate on whether or not Nostradamus really foresaw the future has been raging for more than four centuries. Proponents point to sensational successes and that the odds against coincidental fulfillment are enormous. Critics merely point out that the odds against winning a lottery are also enormous, but somebody always wins.

Some critics take note that it is technically impossible for a human, any human, to accurately foresee a complex historical event centuries in advance, by any means, including astrology and psychic powers. That argument makes a lot of sense and fully supports the lottery explanation of the apparent successes. However, a profound investigation into Nostradamus and his prophecies has cast a mystery around the origins of some of the prophecies. In other words, it is unclear just who or what produced those prophecies, leaving the door open to unknown powers that could accomplish the feat.

Other critics argue that the Nostradamus prophecies have no validity because they are so vague that you can interpret them to say pretty much anything you want. That is not exactly true: if words were incapable of saying anything definitive, there would be no human civilization. But it is also true that many of the prophetic verses, not all of them, can be interpreted in more than one way. For example, in the prophecy of the September 11 attack, the line “From the sky shall come a great king of terror” is generally understood as referring to the hijacked airplanes flown into buildings. That is a reasonable conclusion and easy to see after the event. But before the event, that line would more likely have been interpreted as:

a) an atomic bomb will be dropped from an airplane, or b) a comet or asteroid will crash into the Earth, or c) a great terrorist will fly from continent to continent instigating attacks, or d) alien spaceships will attack the Earth, and so forth.

It was critical for Nostradamus proponents to have recognized the hijacked airplanes before the event, but no one did. For now, for the Nostradamus prophecies to ever become credible, an accurate and unambiguous prediction remains essential. Note that a general prediction like “there will be another terrorist attack” is worthless. A prediction of which one of two candidates will win an election is likewise worthless because the chances of accidental success are high.

A convincing prediction needs to relate to an event far from the ordinary and should answer all five “w” words, for example: What? (nuclear weapon terror attack) Where? (Olympic Games in London, England) When? (August 2, 2012) Why? (look to the Middle East) Who? (include the Queen of England among the victims). Predictions of this type (dated) provide enough detail to satisfy the critics, but, of course, must be published BEFORE the event.

Unfortunately for Nostradamus proponents, it is doubtful that it is at all possible to publicize a prediction and then expect it to come true. For example, let’s suppose that in August 2001, the following prediction was widely circulated around the Internet: “On the morning of September 11, 2001, Arab terrorists will board airplanes in Boston, New York, and Washington, hijack those airplanes, and then crash them into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.” What would happen? Most likely, when the terrorists read that, they would cancel or change their terror plans, thinking that on September 11th, security at those airports would be taking a close look at Arabs trying to board planes and not allow them to carry their knives into the cabin. Predictions are inherently self-destructive.

Of all the predictions that have been derived from Nostradamus from the 16th century onward, the prediction of a terror attack on the 2012 Olympics is perhaps the most prominent. Several stanzas are claimed to converge on the theme, making it seem as if this single event was one of the original objectives. With allusions to sailboats, castles, kings, queens, emperors, and so forth, the famous prophecies are becoming out of synch with the natural progress of world history and the 2012 prediction may be the proponents’ last chance. Critics of the prophecies can therefore rejoice: the failure of the Olympics prediction will help push the Nostradamus prophecies into oblivion where they rightly belong.

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I like this book because it lays out in clear simple language, what simple living is and why it can make your life not only easier, but more enjoyable, enriching, and stress free. (Or at lease reduce the stress you may be experiencing due to the complexities of our modern world)

Part One of the book outlines what simple living is. Chapters focus on consuming passions and how the world became un-simple, simplicity and the spirit, what’s old is new again, culture shock regarding lessons from alternative living, and finding your own simple living way.

Part Two it titled Your Money IS Your Life and has chapters on gaining your freedom by going debtless, earning a life, not just a living, the simple truth about where you live, how living with less can mean more, and organizing your finances.

Part Three is about simple living basics. These chapters focus on food, fashion (your clothes), and your home. Very practical ways to live more simple in these areas. There are also chapters on getting off the grid, if you decide that is for you, and a chapter about your automobile.

Part Four, Family, Friends, and Community focuses on simple living and relationships. Learn strategies on raising kids the simple living way, entertainment and recreation, and your circle of community.

The final part of the book, Part Five, What If Everybody Did It, contains chapters that discuss the politics of paring down, new directions in education, living with natural order on our planet, and a definition of rich and how to define wealth for the simple life. There is also an appendix that provides a really good resource guide regarding the topics in the book.

If life is just too chaotic for you these days, and you desire to simplify, the tips, suggestions, and strategies found in “The Complete Idiot’s Guide To Simple Living” may be just what you are looking for. It’s a good book on paring down and living a simpler life.

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Szybkie pożyczki są też przeznaczone dla osób, które posiadają tarapaty w płynności kredytowej i potrzebują finansów na regulowanie aktualnych opłat.

Pożyczka pozabankowa to bezsprzecznie niezmiernie korzystne narzędzie finansowe, pozwalające na dowolne administrowanie swoimi kosztami i budżetem. Pozwala na utrzymanie płynności kredytowej w nieprzewidzianych sprawach. Z pewnością wskazane jest brać pod uwagę taką alternatywę, w szczególności, że pozyskać finanse tą drogą jest relatywnie prosto, właśnie stąd, iż formalności jest niewiele, procedury są ograniczone, a postanowienie o pożyczce zapada szybko.

MilleInwestycja to 100% bezpieczeństwo inwestowanego kapitału oraz z góry gwarantowane oprocentowanie na okres pół roku lub roku. Konstrukcja produktu sprawia, &#38 e nie wymagane jest odprowadzanie podatku od zysków kapitałowych (19%, który obowiązuje w przypadku tradycyjnych depozytów. Ponadto przez cały czas trwania inwestycji klient objęty jest ubezpieczeniem na &#38 ycie. W przypadku śmierci cała kwota zwolniona jest od podatku spadkowego.

„ MilleInwestycja skierowana jest do osób, które oczekują pełnej gwarancji zainwestowanych środków, ale jednocześnie poszukują atrakcyjnych stóp zwrotu. MilleInwestycja oferuje klientom dodatkowe benefity podatkowe i ubezpieczeniowe. Przede wszystkim jednak bez względu na kwotę inwestycji nasz produkt zapewnia bardzo atrakcyjną stopę zwrotu” – mówi Marek Ubysz, Kierujący Zespołem Produktów Inwestycyjnych i Depozytowych w Banku Millennium.

Okres 6 miesięcy:

Kwota wpłaty: 2 000 – 49 999

Gwarantowana stopa zwrotu netto: 3,24%

Odpowiednik na lokacie brutto: 4,00%

Kwota wpłaty: 50 000 – 99 999

Gwarantowana stopa zwrotu netto: 3,44%

Odpowiednik na lokacie brutto: 4,25%

Kwota wpłaty: >= 100 000

Gwarantowana stopa zwrotu netto: 3,64%

Odpowiednik na lokacie brutto: 4,50%

Okres 12 miesięcy:

Kwota wpłaty: 2 000 – 49 999

Gwarantowana stopa zwrotu netto: 3,44%

Odpowiednik na lokacie brutto: 4,25%

Kwota wpłaty: 50 000 – 99 999

Gwarantowana stopa zwrotu netto: 3,64%

Odpowiednik na lokacie brutto: 4,50%

Kwota wpłaty: >= 100 000

Gwarantowana stopa zwrotu netto: 4,05%

Odpowiednik na lokacie brutto: 5,00%

autor: Bank Millennium

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As with many good things, there is some bad as well. For many people, one of the most difficult parts of filing bankruptcy is the psychological effects it has on the debtor. Many people see filing bankruptcy as a failure and a mark of shame. Plus many debtors have a tough time knowing that all of their credit cards will be shut off and cancelled, even if they do not owe a balance on a card, due to the bankruptcy filing. Debtors feel that they have lost their financial freedom, not taking into account that the crushing debt they are saddled with is what is ultimately taking away their financial freedom and literally sucking the life out of them. After filing bankruptcy most debtors overcome the emotional effects quickly, and experience a huge sense of relief knowing that they will soon be debt free or close to it.

Once the individual receives their bankruptcy discharge they will discover that they will soon start to receive offers for credit again. The debtor will be eligible for a secured credit card usually within months of their discharge from number of cars issuers. With a secured card the individual would deposit an agreed upon amount of money into an account and they will receive a major credit card that is secured by the deposited money. As the debtor makes their scheduled payments over the coming months, their credit limit will be increased at regular intervals. The debtor must be diligent to always make their payments on time to show they are responsible and their credit worthiness will be rewarded. More offers for credit will flow in and the debtor will be eligible for an auto loan or home loan within the near future. is not meant to be a punishment, but on the contrary, a means of gaining a fresh start at financial freedom and responsibility.

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Innowacyjna regulacja odnosi się do kredytów konsumenckich, to znaczy wszystkich wierzytelności zaciąganych przez figury fizyczne do sumy 255 tys. zł (nie dotyka kredytów hipotecznych). Ma ona podeprzeć pozycję kontrahenta w kontaktach z jednostkami finansowymi (banki, SKOK-i, firmy pożyczkowe). Po przemianie regulaminów będzie można swobodniej niż do tej pory porównać różne oferty za sprawą zintegrowanego formularza informacyjnego. Pozostaną w nim wymienione koszty długu, między innymi stawka oprocentowania, każdych dodatkowych należności, ale zarówno okoliczności spłaty wierzytelności. Kredytodawca będzie musiał dodatkowo nieodpłatnie udzielić kredytobiorcy projekt umowy, tak aby ten mógł zaznajomić się z nią spokojnie np. w domu.

Wedle ustawy będziemy mieli więcej czasu na podjęcie decyzji o rezygnacji z zaciągniętej pożyczki. Do tej pory można było to uczynić w czasie 10 dni po jej zdobyciu, obecnie będziemy mieli na to 2 tygodnie. Jeśli zrezygnujemy instytucja finansowa nie będzie mógła zatrzymać nabytej prowizji, jak dotąd, a wyłącznie oprocentowanie za te parę dni.

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Instytucje finansowe będą jeszcze w wyższym stopniu dogłębnie, niż dopóty, testować wiarygodność finansową kredytobiorców, w tym w Krajowym Rejestrze Długów. Jeżeli okaże się, że jesteśmy notowani w rejestrze kredytów i na tej podstawie nie pozyskamy kredytu, to pożyczający będzie musiał sprecyzować źródło negatywnych wiadomości, a my będziemy mogli je zweryfikować czy nie zaszła omyłka.

Dużo na nowych zmianach zyskają firmy pozabankowe takie jak np. Provident. Pożyczki w provident już pewien okres temu zyskały wielką popularność. Po wprowadzeniu tych modyfikacji jeszcze więcej zyskają.

Height: 5’3”
Horoscope: Aries
Hometown: Chittagong
Education: A’ level candidate
Date of Birth: April 19, 1991
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Skin Tone: Fair

Ambition: To have a successful career and a happy family
Favourite past time: Chatting and shopping
Interests: Walking on ramp for various brands, singing and belly dancing.
Favourite food: Pizza and french fries
Motto: Live life king-size

Fashion and style statement: My long nails filled with unusual colours
She looks best in: Evening gown
Favourite Brand: DKNY
Favourite TV show: America’s Next Top Model
Favourite Jewelleries: Earrings and bracelets

Quotation:
‘I am a superstar because I was born to become one and I think I can represent my generation very well. I also believe that I can be a good role model for today’s generation.’

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Who will wear the crown in the upcoming ‘Lux-Channel i Super Star 2009′? The grand finale is scheduled to be held on January 22. Viewers are eagerly waiting the day that will determine the winner from the five finalists — Mehazabien, Ishana, Orsha, Tahseen and Swarna.

Mehazabien Chowdhury dreams of a successful career and a happy family. Her motto is to live life like royalty. She wants to represent her generation as well as be a role model for young women. Born on April 19, 1991, Mehzabien treasures her earrings and bracelets. Facebook and shopping dominates her free time.

Mounita Khan Ishana fantasises about being the next superstar. “While there is life, there is hope” is her motto. She believes inner strength, experiences and truth cannot be lost or taken away. Born on December 16, 1989 Ishana looks graceful armed with the perfect smile. Ishana likes reading books and watching movies.

Nazia Haque Orsha aspires to be an actress. Being a wholesome and honest person is her aim. Her positive outlook, confidence and pragmatic efforts are noticeable in everything she does. Born on May 21, 1991, Orsha wants to uphold our culture through her performances in the days ahead. Orsha loves watching plays.

Sifat-E-Tahseen also wants to be a good actress and a good person. She thrives on positive thoughts, confidence and self-respect. She thinks that she was born to be a superstar. Born on April 1, 1991, Tahseen always considers the acceptability and comfort of things. Earrings and necklaces are her favourite jewelleries. She is into dancing, singing, painting and news presentation.

Sadika Parvin Swarna is yet another aspiring actress. Her motto is attaining maximum happiness with minimum cost. Born on January 19, 1982, Swarna has a fascination with everything casual and simple. Anklets, bangles and necklaces are her favourite jewelleries. Watching movies, listening to music, reading novels and dancing are her favourite pastimes

Over 500 young talents took part in the competition from Mymensingh, Tangail, Jamalpur, Sherpur, Netrakona and Kishoreganj.

Of them, six earned ‘Yes’ cards to take part in the next rounds of the competition at the national level. The lucky ones are — Sente Buntia Malek, Sirajum Munira and Shirin Akhtar from Mymensingh; Farhana Ahsan Nupur from Jamalpur; Merina Akhtar from Netrakona and Afroza Islam from Tangail.

The judges of the competition were actress Tazin Ahmed, Farah Ruma, Shihab Shaheen and Shamim Shahed. The young talents along with their guardians were present till the final announcement of the result.

Other rounds of the audition will be held in Dhaka, Rajshahi, Bogra, Sylhet, Khulna and Chittagong.

Azim grew up in Meherpur. A small town boy with big dreams, he moved to Dhaka to study Economics at the University of Dhaka. It was during his second year in university when he went to a store opening to see if he could have an audience with designer Bibi Russell. Her words of advice? Finishing his education, because without it, she said, he wouldn’t get too far. He took her words as a mantra while allowing himself to do small modelling jobs for clothing stores such as Altamira (2001). But once he completed his Bachelors, Azim started to train rigorously under the eye of Russell.

His first big break came in 2002 when he landed a ramp rig with Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee who was having a show in Dhaka. He then caught the eye of South African photographer Neo Ntsoma who was in town for a documentary photo shoot. Ntsoma’s photographs of Azim appeared in Parisian magazine Saolo (2002) and they also made their way to Unitrend.

Till that point, Azim had been very selective about doing editorial shoots or any sort of product campaigns, because he felt he couldn’t give it enough time. But when Unitrend approached him with a campaign for Siemens (2002), he wisely agreed. The Siemens ad led to the Aktel campaign (2003) and that is exactly how he landed on most of the billboards in town!

After the Aktel job, he became a full-fledged ramp model. Meanwhile, he started getting a lot of offers to do commercials, editorial shoots and even movies but he didn’t take them up because he wanted to do quality work.

In 2004, he went to India to shoot a commercial for Aarong where he was exposed to more people in the media. He got further offers but still didn’t take any of them. He then met style and fashion guru Prasad Bidappa who saw a lot of potential in him and asked him if he was interested in spreading his horizon as far as India. At that time not being well acquainted with Bidappa’s work, he didn’t take the offer seriously. Instead, he went to Australia for a BGMEA show. Then during the model screening of the first Bangladesh Fashion Week, he ran into Prasad Bidappa again. Once the Fashion Week was over, Azim went to Spain for yet another fashion show.

In the meanwhile, he kept Bidappa’s offer in mind. Upon returning to Dhaka, he decided to go and check out the modelling scene in Bangalore. And from there, as the cliché
goes, it was history. Now, after almost a year Azim can proudly say that he has modelled for most of India’s best designers such as Manish Malhotra, Rohit Bal, Sunit Verma, Tarun Tahiliani, Rajesh Pratap Singh, and Hemant Trivedi to name a few. His modelling has taken him from training zone Bangalore to modelling haven Mumbai.

Azim has two goals. One, to become an internationally recognized model, and more importantly, two, to help enhance and develop the modelling industry in Bangladesh. A face that has made Bangladesh proud by appearing in German and Australian Vogue, we wish Asif Azim good luck on both his endeavours. In the meanwhile, keep up the great work!

By Tahiat-e-Mahboob