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Knowledge is power, and the Information Age is upon us. If you're in the process of launching or expanding your own business, the time has probably come to update your computer's business software.
It's tough keeping up with the information demands of a fast-growing venture without the proper tools to help. There are bills to be paid, customers to track, projections to generate, and proposals to write. How can one entrepreneur keep these tasks, and many more, under control? With a little help from your software "friends."
Today, technology enables even the smallest of companies to compete with the big corporations. The best way to stay on top of your customer lists, inventory reports, tax records, and overall financial situation is by putting your computer to work. Before rushing out and buying every business software program you can find, however, you need to know what kinds of programs exist, what they do, and how to select the ones that are ideal for you. You also need to know a bit about the best-selling programs currently available in the industry.
Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Buy
So you've decided your business needs one or more of the software program types described in our sidebar. Before heading over to your local software store, take the time to figure out exactly what it is you need your computer to do. What are you planning to use your computer for? What kinds of business challenges do you need its help in solving? What can it do to save you time and make your workday more productive?
Once you've come up with satisfying answers to these important questions, ask yourself one or two more. Are you planning to use your computer for business only, or must it double for personal use? If you or your family members will be using it for personal purposes, will this generate additional software needs? Also, are you planning on taking part in the World Wide Web anytime soon? If so, you will want to purchase the newest, most advanced software programs that you can afford.
Questions to Ask the Salesperson Before You Buy
With your software needs clearly in mind, venture out for some price and feature comparisons. Before laying down cash for any program, be sure to ask your salesperson the following five questions:
1. Is the software specially designed to serve the needs of small-business users? Many of the popular business applications on the market today are designed for use by Fortune 500 companies with deluxe in-house support teams and significant expertise, not for entrepreneurs lacking such resources. Therefore, you should seek out software that avoids technical jargon, operates intuitively, and is designed to fill the needs of smaller ventures as well as larger ones.
2. Will the program be relatively easy to learn and use? Many software programs now regularly come with on-screen tutorials, elaborate printed and on-screen documentation, CD-ROM training courses and the like. They also typically offer some combination of no-charge technical phone support for a limited time, advanced documentation by fax or Internet, and/or a money-back guarantee. If the program you're considering does not include such features, perhaps it's not as great a value as it may seem.
3. Does the software include ready-to-use templates or on-screen examples of common business reports and forms? Predesigned templates are most desirable, because they allow a new user to jump right in and start creating professionally formatted documents right away. Although better than nothing at all, on-screen examples are not nearly as useful. Programs which contain neither should be avoided.
4. Will the software still be useful as your business grows? Although technological advancements keep coming every day, it is best to select a software program that can serve your needs both today and in years to come. Shy away from programs so simplistic that they are ideal for your current needs, yet inadequate for your growing needs as your customer base and business expand.
5. Will the software be able to run on your computer? Last, but clearly not least, make sure your current computer is powerful enough to effectively run the program you're considering. This is especially of concern if you purchased your computer more than 18 months ago and haven't since expanded its memory and other capabilities. Most software programs clearly state their minimum system requirements on the box. If you're at all uncertain, the salesperson should be able to tell you whether the software you've selected is compatible with your hardware.
The Most Bang for Your Buck
What follows are descriptions of, according to Egghead Inc., some of the best-selling software programs on the market today, broken down into the categories of accounting, database, spreadsheet and word processing programs. If you find that you need more than one type of software, however, there's one more thing you need to know. Although most software programs can be purchased individually, they are also commonly sold as part of integrated packages called "bundles" or "suites." These packages typically combine accounting, database, spreadsheet and word processing programs into an all-in-one application. This means you can get four or more software programs in a bundle costing just slightly more than two software programs purchased individually. Today's most popular software bundles include Lotus SmartSuite, Microsoft Office and Corel WordPerfect Suite 7.
Note: Each of the following summaries refers to a specific software application for a specific operating system. DOS, Windows, Windows 95 and Macintosh versions of the same software titles offer different capabilities, options, system requirements and pricing; sometimes an application has no direct equivalent available for another operating system. Your local software store can provide more information on which applications are available for each operating system.
The Big 4
The most common software applications loaded onto entrepreneurs' computers are accounting, database management, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
Accounting programs, in a nutshell, take care of a business's bookkeeping, payroll, purchasing, inventory and check-writing tasks.
Database programs help to keep track of current and prospective customers, generate invoices, prepare expense reports, create mailing labels, maintain personnel records, and store a variety of information for easy reference.
Spreadsheet programs enable effective financial planning, expense tracking, forecasting and budgeting. They allow for advanced organization and computation of numerical and statistical information as well as ready preparation of charts and graphs.
Word processing programs ensure the creation of professional-looking documents in all shapes and sizes. Many now come with full Internet connectivity and contain state-of-the-art spelling checkers, grammar checkers and thesauri.
Accounting Software
M.Y.O.B. Accounting With Payroll,
Macintosh Version 6.0
(Windows versions also available)
Overview: M.Y.O.B. (Mind Your Own Business) from BestWare integrates general ledger, checkbook, sales, purchasing, inventory, card file and payroll functions into a single, versatile program. Version 6.0 combines a bookkeeping and full-service accounting program, eliminating most "accountant-speak." All forms can be completely customized. Checks and transactions can be saved as recurring entries--a real time-saver. The documentation and online help features are top-notch. Contains strong payroll, sales, inventory and contact-management capabilities. Previous accounting knowledge not required. Offers more than 100 predesigned business templates for reports. Includes a 30-minute video on getting started, extensive online instructions, and CD-ROM multimedia help.
Minimum Mac System Requirements: 5 MB of RAM, MacOS System 7.0 or later, 68020 processor or higher, hard drive with 9 MB of free space, optional CD-ROM drive (required to use CD-ROM multimedia help).
Suggested Retail Price: $89.95/$139.95 with payroll.
Peachtree Accounting for Windows,
Release 3.5
(Macintosh versions also available)
Overview: Provides instant access to charts and graphs. Targeted to small and medium-sized businesses, it includes general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, check-printing, inventory, job/project tracking and account-reconciliation capabilities. Version 3.5 includes invoicing, payroll and report modules. A unique multimedia set-up routine makes start-up easy. Screens resemble typical business forms. Enables instant forecasting, and analysis of cash flow, payables and aging information. Powerful accounting features with an easy-to-use graphical interface. Avoids complex accounting terminology. Supports weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly and monthly payrolls. Free user-support forums on CompuServe, Prodigy and America Online.
Minimum IBM Compatible System Requirements: 4 MB of RAM, DOS 3.3 running Windows 3.1 or Windows 95, 386 or higher processor, hard drive with 18 MB free space, mouse.
Suggested Retail Price: $99.
Database Software
Claris FileMaker Pro, Macintosh Version 3.0
(Windows versions also available)
Overview: Designed for single and workgroup users without access to extensive support or advanced database programming expertise. Database files can have as many layouts as desired. New layouts and fields can be added whenever needed, without manually reconstructing the database, which makes keeping track of important business information a snap. Includes 40 ready-made, customizable templates which can be used for invoicing, lead tracking, contact management, mailing labels, time sheets, expense reports, and time and service billing. Creates appealing input screens, reports, labels, and mail-merge letters easily. Contains an on-screen tutorial. Can also be used as a storage and search engine for creating Web pages for the World Wide Web.
Minimum Mac System Requirements: 4 MB of RAM (8 MB required for Power Macintosh), Mac System 7.0 or later (System 7.1 or later recommended), CD-ROM drive or hard disk drive, optional AppleTalk, IPX/SPX, or TCP/IP Networking for multi-user file sharing.
Suggested Retail Price: $199.
Lotus Approach 96 for Windows 95
(Macintosh versions no longer in development)
Overview: Approach 96 is optimized for the Windows 95 operating system and takes full advantage of its 32-bit multi-task capabilities, and is designed to let new users become productive quickly. With more than 50 predesigned database templates for organizing information, it enables you to track, manage and analyze business information. Performs sophisticated data analysis and presents the results in dramatic-looking charts with impressive graphics. Contains advanced grouping and sorting options. Identifies the highest or lowest values in the database or in a set of records, for such uses as identifying your company's top ten best-selling products. Creates custom envelopes for large mailings with the help of a built-in assistant. Team computing capabilities enable multiple users to share information. Includes an online product "tour" to help with start-up.
Minimum IBM Compatible System Requirements: 8 MB of RAM, Windows 95 or Windows NT 3.51, 386 or higher processor, hard drive with 15 MB of free space, a VGA or higher resolution monitor, mouse.
Suggested Retail Price: $129.
Spreadsheet Software
Lotus 1-2-3 Release 5 for Windows
(Macintosh versions no longer in development)
Overview: The world's most popular spreadsheet program (17 million users worldwide). Release 5 for Windows is designed to be the easiest and most powerful spreadsheet for personal and workgroup use. Contains 12 spreadsheet templates to guide new users in preparing common business documents. Built-in formulas, formatting and other key components help get the job done fast. Allows users to directly enter and edit information in a cell, eliminating the need to use the control panel at the top of the screen for editing. Allows an unlimited number of fonts within a worksheet. Fully integrated mapping tool allows users to display worksheet data on a domestic or global map. Multiple currency formats. Also reads and writes Microsoft Excel, ASCII text, Paradox, dBase and shared Lotus Notes files.
Minimum IBM Compatible System Requirements: 4 MB of RAM, DOS 3.3 or higher running Microsoft Windows 3.1 or 3.11, 386 or higher processor, hard drive with 11 MB of free space.
Suggested Retail Price: $495.
Microsoft Excel for Windows 95
(Macintosh versions also available)
Overview: Performs up to 50 percent faster on average than earlier versions for recalculations, charting, file opening, as well as cutting, copying and pasting. Contains a variety of spreadsheet templates for financial planning, expense tracking, and other needs. The user-friendly "Answer Wizard" allows you to type in a question in your own words, then provides the information you need. Flexible analysis tools provide quick averages, counts, minimums and maximums. Advanced data mapping analyzes and displays geographically based data. AutoCorrect automatically corrects typos and misspellings as you type. Imports data easily from other spreadsheet programs. Includes unlimited, free product support.
Minimum IBM Compatible System Requirements: 6 MB of RAM, Windows 95 operating system or Micorsoft Windows NT Workstation version 3.1 or later, 386 or higher processor (486 recommended), hard drive with 18 MB of free space, one 3.5 inch high-density disk drive, VGA or higher resolution video adapter, mouse or compatible device.
Suggested Retail Price: $339.


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A group representing a wide range of interests in the dispute among Florida, Georgia and Alabama over a shared river system said the quest for a solution has been slowed by Floridas latest lawsuit in the so-called "water wars."
The group, known as the ACF Stakeholders, nonetheless hopes to release a sustainable water-management plan for the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint river system in September.
But the group hasnt made its data public since last fall, when Florida asked the U.S. Supreme Court to slow Georgias consumption of fresh water from the river system.
The group has more than 50 members, representing fishing, navigation, hydro-electric power and community interests from all three states. Theyve raised $1.5 million to fund the operations privately, and any one member can block the group from taking any action. The group was formed in 2009 to find a solution to the water dispute, which dates back to 1990.
"We were frustrated with the fact that the states had been unable to find a solution," said group Chairman James McClatchey, co-chief executive officer of the Southern Aluminum Finishing Co. in Atlanta. "There was a lot of frustration that the courts were not the way to solve this problem."
And there was more frustration when Florida filed the lawsuit in October. The group had been sharing data with the three states' environmental agencies -- but no longer felt free to do so.
"It made the group very nervous that we were going to get drawn into a lawsuit," McClatchey said.
So on Nov. 15, the group wrote the governors of Florida, Georgia and Alabama, asking them to sign a memorandum of understanding to the effect that none of the groups findings would be used in court until they had been cleared for release.
"For our process to work, the stakeholders must be able to communicate openly and candidly, without fear that the ACFS information will be used in a manner that is adverse to their interests," wrote the groups then-chairman, Billy Turner.
Florida declined to sign the memorandum Dec. 12. The group then asked Florida to delay the lawsuit but said it's had no reply.
"The families that rely on the Apalachicola River can't afford to wait for relief while Georgia squanders water," Scott spokesman John Tupps said Friday. "Gov. Scott will take the necessary steps to fight for those families."
In 2012, the combination of drought and reduced fresh water from Georgia produced the lowest flows in 89 years -- since records have been kept. The Apalachicola Bay's historical productivity has come from its mix of salt water and fresh water, but without enough fresh water coming from Georgia, the mixture is too salty for oysters and other seafood to thrive.
Since then, the bay has been declared a federal fishery disaster and is slated to receive $6.3 million from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The money will go to re-shell the oyster beds and retrain seafood workers, many of whom are working out of state while the bay recovers.
Dan Tonsmeire, of the environmental-advocacy group Apalachicola Riverkeeper, said increased rain over the last year and a half had helped the bay recover, but he expects the process to take as long as five years.
"The oysters are not wanting to come back," said Shannon Hartsfield, president of the Franklin County Seafood Workers Association.
Georgia has won a number of legal decisions in recent years. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which controls flows down the river basin, relies on a 2011 ruling from a federal appeals court that said Georgia has a legal right to the water from Lake Lanier, near Atlanta. That ruling overturned a federal magistrate's 2009 ruling in favor of Florida and Alabama.
Georgia called Floridas most recent lawsuit an end run around the Corps of Engineers.
The Corps, meanwhile, is developing new water-control manuals that will, in part, govern how to determine the amount of fresh water to release downstream. The manuals are expected to be ready in 2015.
McClatchey said the Corps "has expressed a lot of interest" in the stakeholder groups findings and that the group would turn them over when its report is complete.
He predicted that the groups report would both please and pain all the individual stakeholders, regardless of their home state or livelihood.
"The key is to put yourself in the other guys shoes," McClatchey said. "And of course, youve got to be driven by the data."

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A bill that would have decriminalized the possession of small amounts of marijuana is dead in the Indiana legislature after a key Senate committee chairman refused to allow a public hearing on it. The bill's sponsor, Sen. Karen Tallian (D-La Porte), says she will be back next year.
The bill, Senate Bill 580, would have decriminalized the possession of up to two ounces of pot, but it was not just a decriminalization bill. It would also have provided protection against per se drugged driving charges, legalized industrial hemp, reduced criminal penalties for other marijuana offenses, required courts to impose suspended and deferred sentences for marijuana possession misdemeanors, and provided a defense for people who delivered up to 10 pounds of pot without consideration.
It was referred to the Senate Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law, chaired by Sen. Mike Young (R-Madison County), who said he wasn't ready to take it up.
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Tallian said she was getting support for the bill and vowed to keep pushing until she gets a hearing.
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Ofatumumab injection is used in combination with chlorambucil to treat a type of cancer of the white blood cells called chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in patients who have not received any treatments in the past. It is also used in combination with fludarabine and cyclophosphamide to treat patients with relapsed CLL. This medicine is also used in patients with CLL who have already been treated with other medicines (eg, alemtuzumab, fludarabine) that did not work well.
Ofatumumab interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed by the body. Since the growth of normal body cells may also be affected by ofatumumab, other unwanted effects will also occur. Some of these may be serious and must be reported to your doctor. Some unwanted effects, such as a skin rash, may not be serious but may cause concern. Some of the unwanted effects do not occur until months or years after the medicine is used.
Before you begin treatment with ofatumumab, you and your doctor should talk about the benefits this medicine will do as well as the risks of using it.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of ofatumumab injection in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of ofatumumab injection in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have unwanted side effects (eg, neutropenia, pneumonia) which may require caution.
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are receiving this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
You will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.
Ofatumumab needs to be given slowly, so the needle will remain in place for at least an hour. You may also receive medicines to help prevent allergic reactions.
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects. Blood and urine tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.
This medicine may cause chest pain, fever, chills, itching, hives, flushing of the face, rash, dizziness, fainting, or lightheadedness, troubled breathing, or swelling of the face, tongue, and throat within a few hours after you receive it. Check with your doctor or nurse right away if you have any of these symptoms.
This medicine may cause a serious type of reaction called tumor lysis syndrome. Your doctor may give you a medicine to help prevent this. Call your doctor right away if you have a decrease or change in urine amount, joint pain, stiffness, or swelling, lower back, side, or stomach pain, a rapid weight gain, swelling of the feet or lower legs, or unusual tiredness or weakness.
Ofatumumab can temporarily lower the number of white blood cells in your blood, increasing the chance of getting an infection. It can also lower the number of platelets, which are necessary for proper blood clotting. If this occurs, there are certain precautions you can take, especially when your blood count is low, to reduce the risk of infection or bleeding:
This medicine may increase your risk of developing a serious and rare brain infection called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML). Check with your doctor right away if you are having more than one of these symptoms: vision changes, loss of coordination, clumsiness, memory loss, difficulty speaking or understanding what others say, and weakness in the legs.
Check with your doctor immediately if you have any symptoms of liver problems including skin and eyes turning yellow, dark brown-colored urine, right-sided abdominal or stomach pain, fever, or severe tiredness.
While you are being treated with ofatumumab, do not have any immunizations (vaccines) without your doctor's approval. Live virus vaccines should not be given with this medicine or soon after you receive it.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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The 10 Best and Worst Foods to Eat for Sleep
Karen Pearson
Best: Cereal and Milk
Your go-to breakfast staple can also moonlight as the perfect pre-bedtime snack. Eating a combination of carbohydrates and protein enables our bodies to produce the "happy hormone" serotonin, which in turn produces melatonin, a neurotransmitter that has a calming effect, explains Danielle Omar, a DC-based registered dietitian. Just stay away from sugary cereals to avoid getting a sugar high right before bed. Other safe nighttime snack bets include cheese and crackers, cottage cheese and fruit, or oatmeal with milk for a similar soothing effect.
Worst: Protein
While protein is a vital part of our daily diets, too much of it means less sleep at the end of the day. "High-protein diets have a tendency to give you more energy and not calm you down," says Dr. Michael J. Breus, author of The Sleep Doctor's Diet Plan. Instead, remember to munch on a high-carb, low-protein snack that's no more than 200 calories before bed.
Best: Passionfruit
Though not always available in the nearest supermarket, it's worth finding if you're in need of some serious shuteye. Passionfruit contains somniferum, which has sleep-inducing properties. Omar recommends eating the fruit as is, or try it as a juice or tea.
Worst: Alcohol
Sure, your eyelids may start drooping after that second glass of wine, but chances are you'll have a restless night of sleep once you turn in. "After drinking alcohol, usually you get drowsy and fall asleep," says Omar. "But you don't get into the REM stage of sleep." When that happens, you're kept from achieving a deep, uninterrupted sleep — as the bags under your eyes will tell you the next day.
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Best: Bananas
Often called "a pill in a peel" by experts, bananas contain high levels of magnesium, a mineral that acts as a muscle relaxant, which can help us start snoozing faster. Also extremely helpful is the whopping 422 milligrams of potassium one banana contains, since studies have shown potassium can help regulate sleep patterns and nerves.
Chris Fanning
Worst: Fatty Foods
The fattier your dinner is, the less sleep you'll get, warns Dr. Breus. Eating foods high in fat (especially ones that are greasy or fried) will likely cause uncomfortable heartburn or stomach issues when you lie down. Stick to low-fat snacks and make sure to eat at least two hours before hitting the hay.
Best: Cherry Juice
A 2011 study published in the European Journal of Nutrition found that tart cherry juice is a great sleep aid. Adults who drank two glasses of cherry juice daily slept an average of 39 minutes longer than usual. Turns out cherries boast some of the highest levels of melatonin among natural foods, explains Dr. Breus. Try a small nighttime smoothie to start dreaming with 1 cup concentrated tart cherry juice, half a banana, 1/2 cup soymilk, and 5 crushed ice cubes.
Worst: Spicy Food
Not only will that Thai takeout leave your mouth on fire, it may cause nightmares, says Dr. Breus. "I've had patients who've said when they eat a spicy meal it affects their dreams at night." Backing up these claims is a study published in the International Journal of Psychophysiology, which found that subjects who ingested Tabasco sauce and mustard with their dinner had elevated body temperatures during their first sleep cycle, causing sleep disruption and more awake time at night.
Chris Gallo
Best: Warm Milk
Most of us were fed warm milk as babies and toddlers to help us fall asleep, but the science behind why the drink makes us sleepy is lacking, says Dr. Breus. "There's not enough tryptophan in a glass of warm milk — you'd have to drink a gallon and a half of it to feel any effect." It's likely that warm milk works as a placebo for inducing sleep because it's comforting. Hey, whatever works, right?
Melissa Punch
Worst: Caffeine
The effects of caffeine may be obvious, but what's not so obvious is that the stimulant stays active in our bodies for eight to ten hours. "The effects vary from person to person, but by the afternoon you should cut off the caffeine," says Omar. And that doesn't just mean that third cup of coffee after lunch. "That means chocolate too!" she says.
Melissa Romero is a Washingtonian magazine staff writer and editor of the blog Well + Being.
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B'nai B'rith Uncovers U.N. Ties To Anti-Semitic Arab Cartoonist; Client List Also Includes German Industrial Giant Siemens and Other Major Companies
B'nai B'rith International's Office of United Nations Affairs has revealed that an Arab cartoonist with an extensive and open record of trading in virulently anti-Semitic imagery lists among his clients multiple U.N. agencies and major corporations.
The artist, a Jordan-based Palestinian named Emad Hajjaj, routinely publishes work in leading international Arab newspapers, including Al-Quds Al-Arabi, printed in London. His cartoons regularly feature anti-Israel and anti-Jewish incitement, equating Israel with Nazism, crudely caricaturing Jews (distinguished by religious garb and symbols) as bloodthirsty murderers and monsters, portraying menorahs as weapons and showing the "crucifixion" of Palestinians on a cross marked by a Star of David. The cartoons also often target the United States; a typical example supplanted a burning "Iraq" and "Palestine" (using a map negating Israel's very existence) for the smoldering Twin Towers in the 9/11 attacks. Click here to view a selection of Hajjaj's cartoons.
Among those that the firm where Hajjaj is identified as partner and creative director, Abu Mahjoob Creative Productions, claims as clients are the United Nations Development Fund for Women (now merged into U.N. Women), the United Nations Development Programme, and the United Nations Children's Fund, known as UNICEF; several Jordanian government bodies; the British Council; and the companies Visa, Orange, Ferring Pharmaceuticals and German industrial giant Siemens. IREX, a Washington-based nonprofit whose stated objectives include "conflict-resolution," also had dealings with the firm.
B'nai B'rith has written to officials at these institutions noting that Hajjaj's longtime engagement in incitement and the most dangerous anti-Semitic libels and stereotypes makes it unlikely that the patrons he boasts would not have been aware of these before engaging his firm, thus "effectively legitimizing and rewarding its output."
In response to the letter from B'nai B'rith, IREX's president said his organization wasn't aware of the offensive cartoons and didn't plan to work with Hajjaj or his creative firm again. U.N. Women, in response to B'nai B'rith's letter, wrote that it is investigating the matter. "Hajjaj's consistently disturbing record of anti-Semitic cartoons over more than a decade should have precluded him from working with the United Nations and multinational corporations," B'nai B'rith International President Allan J. Jacobs said.
While noting B'nai B'rith's consistent support for the free expression of legitimate, diverse perspectives, B'nai B'rith wrote in the letters to the organizations engaging Hajjaj's firm: "incitement to violent, abiding bigotry is fundamentally unacceptable and should not be proactively afforded encouragement by responsible actors, particularly corporate and public institutions. Not least in the Middle East, trading in the crass, skewed and inflammatory imagery used by Mr. Hajjaj is a foremost impediment to a future of peace and coexistence. The kind of demonization he directs at Israel and Jews would rightly not be tolerated against other groups."
B'nai B'rith International Executive Vice President Daniel S. Mariaschin said: "Hajjaj's extensive record and his client list reflect how pervasive this crude, dangerous venom is in the Arab world, and how utterly ignored it is by the international community."
B'nai B'rith has urged the institutions contacted to urgently clarify their relationship to Hajjaj, publicly disassociate from his firm's work and offer consumers assurance of commitment to vigilance in choosing future business partners.
B'nai B'rith Director of U.N. Affairs David Michaels also wrote an op-ed on this subject that was published in JTA. Read it here.
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- Reports from government patrols are a major source of primary information on Papua New Guinea's colonial-era history. Patrol officers and other officials wrote detailed documents reporting on all aspects of the work carried out by the patrols. The reports give first-hand accounts on many topics, from first contact with remote Highland villages, to census counts, tax collection, health care, justice, labor recruiting, plantations, missionaries, anthropological descriptions, tribal warfare, languages, and more. The reports in this collection date primarily from the post-World War II era of Papua New Guinea, up through 1975, when PNG gained independence from Australia; a few pre-War reports are also included.
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Daily Slice: Una Pizza Napoletana, San Francisco
For years now I've suffered the shame of never having experienced Anthony Mangieri's pizza magic. Those days are over.
I arrived at Una Pizza Napoletana at 7:30 p.m. and expected to face a 45-minute wait outside and another long wait for the pies. But since it was a cold Thanksgiving Eve when I arrived, there was only a 30-minute wait and the few of us in line fit comfortably inside the pizzeria. The fairly optimal conditions allowed me some time to truly absorb the entire UPN experience at a leisurely pace. I was even able to introduce myself to Mr. Mangieri, who proved to be a smiling, friendly host.
As I gazed around the restaurant, my eyes settled on a rather bizarre sight. On my neighbor's plate sat a pile of orphaned crusts looking as pitiful as the street urchins in a Dickens novel. I couldn't help but ask him if I could snap a picture: I needed evidence that someone did not fully enjoy the most highly touted quality of Mangieri's pies, the crust. [See also: Types of Crust Eaters »]
Barely 30 minutes after I ordered, one incredibly beautiful pie was set in front of me. The bold green, red, and gold colors swimming atop the crust mesmerized me. But as I reached for the pizza that would transport me to pizza paradise, I froze. This pie was uncut! I had forgotten this idiosyncratic aspect of Mangieri's pies. Fortunately, I was provided with a sharp, serrated knife.
The first bite transported me right through Ghiberti's Gates of (Pizza) Paradise. A very generous portion of the creamiest, perfectly melted buffalo mozzarella graced my tongue. A hint of garlic balanced the sweetness of the fresh cherry tomatoes. Bits of emerald basil swam in a golden pool of extra virgin olive oil.
Visually, the crust exhibited all the desired qualities: a bubbled and charred lip and a nicely darkened bottom. The softness of the crust, though, surprised me a bit. It was lacking the highly prized initial crispness; I expected a bit more crackle and resistance to the tooth. But the crust was perfectly giving and pillowy, with just the right density. I luxuriated in every flavorful bite.
Once all traces of the pizza had vanished from my plate, a waiter inquired if I'd like a short Neapolitan coffee. How could I resist? He returned with the coffee and a couple of sweet chocolate treats, as well. Then a limoncello was offered as well. I happily accepted this fortifying digestif before venturing out, thoroughly satisfied, into the cold San Francisco night. And when the bill finally arrived, I realized these last treats were complimentary. A very thoughtful and much appreciated gesture.
My first UPN pie was unequivocally the equal of the very best pizza I've ever eaten. It truly left me in a transcendent, meditative state. Not bad for a 12-inch round of minimally topped dough. I have read some SF Chowhounders complain about the $20 pie price, but I can enthusiastically state that Mangieri's pizza was well worth the Jackson.
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The mother daughter took care of the house and kept a watch over the pumpkin. They tended to it every day, nourishing it with water and fertilizing it with compost. In a few months, their hard work harvested the biggest pumpkin the town had ever seen. It was almost three feet tall and about two feet in diameter. Chatura was a small woman and it was easy for her to fit inside the giant pumpkin. The problem was to transport the pumpkin through the forest.
Suddenly, she heard rustling on the other side of the bushes. She stopped eating and tried to stay as calm as possible. The rustling stopped and Chatura heard voices talking in earnest.


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What You Should Know About Hurricanes
A hurricane is a tropical storm with strong winds, heavy rains, and very high tides. The most severe weather is around the eye of the storm, which can be up to thirty miles wide. Hurricanes move slowly and cover areas as wide as four hundred miles. A hurricane can last more than two weeks and can travel up the entire length of the eastern coast. The hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30 with August and September being the peak months. In the United States, approximately five hurricanes make landfall every five years, two of which are major storms. Hurricanes may spawn tornadoes and floods. Unlike tornadoes, whose damage is more concentrated, hurricanes affect entire communities, often with extensive damage. Even though a hurricane is restricted in time and space, there may be secondary losses of food, water, utilities, and health care facilities. Learn more hurricane facts at the National Weather Service website
Impact on Children and Families
Hurricane warnings result in heightened anxiety and emotional distress, as people try to figure out when and where the hurricane will hit. Often the fear is contagious, as the community prepares for the storm and people shop frantically for food, water, and emergency supplies, board up their homes, pack up and evacuate, or plan how to meet up with family members in a safe place after the storm.
Evacuation from home and relocation away from family and friends can disturb family support and social networks. Families frequently suffer financial hardships because adults lose their jobs or have to rebuild homes and businesses. Schools and business may close for extensive periods. Hurricane Katrina, which struck the Gulf Coast in August 2005, displaced 500,000. In the hardest-hit area of Louisiana, employment declined 35% in the immediate aftermath of the storm and flooding.
A hurricane threatens our everyday feelings of safety. Children may see their usually confident parents and caregivers become anxious and fearful. They may lose their homes and cherished pets, memorabilia, and toys. They may see collapsed or damaged buildings—including their schools or familiar community landmarks. They may experience the horror of seeing severely injured people or dead bodies.
Individuals with pre-existing emotional and behavioral problems may get worse if their support systems fail, they run out of medications, and/or their routine destabilizes. Others may develop chronic emotional and behavioral problems having to deal with such stresses as the loss of community infrastructure, home or employment, or family and friends. In addition, emotional and physical exhaustion may impact individuals or families' ability to recover.
Children and adults frequently have traumatic reminders, during which they suddenly reexperience all the emotions, fears, thoughts, and perceptions they experienced at the time of the hurricane. Typical traumatic reminders include hurricane warnings, the sudden onset of dark clouds, bolts of lightning, heavy rains, and strong winds, as well as the activities associated with preparing for a hurricane.
Common emotional reactions of children and families exposed to a hurricane include:
- Feelings of insecurity, unfairness, anxiety, fear, anger, sadness, despair, worries about the future
- Fear that another hurricane will hit them again
- Believing myths or folklore as to the cause of the hurricane
- Disruptive behaviors, irritability, temper tantrums, agitation, hyperactivity
- Clinging/dependent behaviors; avoiding activities or situations
- Physical symptoms such as stomachaches, headaches, loss of appetite, nightmares, sleep problems
- Increased concerns regarding the safety of family members, friends, and loved ones
- School-based problems with decreased motivation and school performance
- Socially withdrawn, angry, irritable
- Risky behavior
- Conflict with authority
Additional Information
Readiness: Before a Hurricane
- Give children factual information about hurricanes in simple terms.
- Develop a Family Preparedness Plan (PDF) so that all family members will know what to do in case of a hurricane or other disaster. [Also available in Armenian, Korean, Russian, Spanish , and Vietnamese.]
- Have a plan for your pets. Most emergency shelters cannot take in animals.
- Make and carry a Family Preparedness Wallet Card (PDF). [Also available in Armenian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese.]
- Create a Family Evacuation Plan including how and where you will meet up later and an out-of-state telephone contact.
- Practice your Family Evacuation Plan, so that if instructed to do so, you can evacuate quickly and safely.
- Assemble an Emergency Supply Kit in a large backpack, duffel bag, or easy-to-carry covered trash container.
- Get information about reinforcing your home and follow through on doing the work needed.
NCTSN Resources
- Simple Evacuation Activities for Children and Adolescents: No Supplies Needed (PDF)
- Simple Evacuation Activities for Children and Adolescents: Car Activities (PDF)
- Simple Evacuation Activities for Children and Adolescents: Limited Supplies Needed for Daytime Activities (PDF)
- Simple Evacuation Activities for Children and Adolescents: Limited Supplies Needed for Nighttime Activities (PDF)
- Simple Evacuation Supplies and Activities for Children and Adolescents: A Family Checklist (PDF)
- Simple Evacuation Activities for Children and Adolescents: Complete Set (PDF)
Response: During a Hurricane
- Use flashlights—not candles—to inspect your home for damage, in case there are broken gas lines.
- Watch for dangerous debris (broken glass, nails), standing water, and fallen power lines.
- Shield children from viewing severe injuries and damage as much as possible.
- Give children a small snack or juice to help reassure them that their needs will be met.
- Let children help in age-appropriate ways to increase their sense of control.
- Do not underestimate or dismiss the loss that children feel for pets or special toys.
- Keep pets on leashes or in crates/cages to prevent them from running away or causing injury.
Recovery: After a Hurricane
Most families will recover over time, particularly with the support of family, friends, and organizations. The length of recovery will depend in part upon how frightening the hurricane was, whether evacuation from home was necessary, and the extent of the damage and loss. Some families will be able to return to their normal routines rather quickly, while others will have to contend with repairing damage to their home and possessions, finding medical care, and facing financial hardship. Some families will have lost a loved one or a pet. Others will need to deal with school closings or changes in school schedules.
Children's functioning and recovery will be influenced by how their parents and caregivers cope during and after the hurricane. Children often turn to adults for information, comfort, and help. Children do best when parents and teachers remain (or at least appear) calm, answer children's questions honestly, and respond as best they can to requests.
Page Contents:
- NCTSN Resources
- Children's Reactions
- What Parents Can Do to Help Their Children
- Therapy for Children
- What Parents Can Do to Help Themselves
- What Teachers Can Do to Help Their Student
- What Teachers Can Do to Help Themselves
NCTSN Resources
Simple Activities for Children and Adolescents
- Simple Activities for Children and Adolescents: No Supplies Needed (PDF)
- Simple Activities for Children and Adolescents: Limited Supplies Needed for Daytime or Lighted Areas (PDF)
- Simple Activities for Children and Adolescents: Limited Supplies Needed for Nighttime or Dark Areas (PDF)
- Simple Activities for Children and Adolescents: Complete Set (PDF)
Parent Guidelines for Helping Children After a Hurricane (PDF)
>En Español [Guia para los padres para ayudar a los niños despues de un huracan] (PDF)
Psychological First Aid
>En Español [Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos - Guía de Operaciones Prácticas]
Psychological First Aid Field Operations Guide for Community Religious Professionals
Teacher Guidelines for Helping Students after a Hurricane (PDF)
Trinka and Sam: The Rainy Windy Day (PDF)
>En Español [Trinka y Juan en un día de mucho viento y lluvia]
The NCTSN has gathered more tools and links to help children and families in the aftermath of hurricanes.
Children's Reactions
Children will react differently to a hurricane and its aftermath depending on their age, developmental level, and prior experiences. Some will withdraw, while others will have angry outbursts. Still others will become agitated or irritable. Parents should be sensitive to each child's coping style. The following are typical reactions children exhibit following a hurricane or other natural disaster:
- Fear and worry about their safety and the safety of others, including pets
- Fear of separation from family members
- Clinging to parents, siblings, or teachers
- Worry that another hurricane will come
- Increase in activity level
- Trouble concentrating or paying attention
- Withdrawal from others
- Angry outbursts or tantrums
- Aggression toward parents, siblings, or friends
- Increase in physical complaints, such as headaches and stomachaches
- Change in school performance
- Long-lasting focus on the hurricane, such as talking repeatedly about it or acting out the event in play
- Increased sensitivity to sounds of thunder, wind, rain, or things crashing
- Changes in sleep patterns
- Changes in appetite
- Lack of interest in usual activities, even playing with friends
- Returning to earlier behaviors, such as baby talk, bedwetting, or tantrums
- Increase in teens' risky behaviors, such as drinking alcohol, using substances, harming themselves, or engaging in dangerous activities
What Parents Can Do to Help Their Children
Parents should spend time talking to their children, letting them know that it is okay to ask questions and to share their worries. Although it will be hard finding time, parents can use regular family mealtimes or bedtimes to talk. Issues may come up more than once and parents should remain patient and open to answering questions and clarifying the situation. They should let children know, without overwhelming them with information, what is happening in the family, with their school, and in the community. Parents should answer questions briefly and honestly and ask their children for their opinions and ideas. To help younger children feel safe and calm after talking about the hurricane, parents might read a favorite story or have a relaxing family activity.
To help children's recovery, parents should:
- Be a role model. Try to remain calm so that you can teach your child how to handle stressful situations.
- Monitor adult conversations. Be aware of what adults are saying about the hurricane or the damage. Children listen to adults' conversations and may misinterpret what they hear, becoming unnecessarily frightened.
- Limit media exposure. Protect your child from too many images and descriptions of the hurricane, including those on television, on the Internet, on radio, and in the newspaper.
- Reassure children that they are safe. You may need to repeat this frequently even after the hurricane passes.
- Spend extra time with your children, playing games outside, reading together indoors, or just cuddling. Be sure to tell them you love them. The coloring book Trinka and Sam: The Rainy Windy Day (PDF) , developed by the NCTSN's Early Trauma Treatment Network, can help children begin to talk about the feelings and worries they have after a hurricane.
- Replace lost or damaged toys as soon as you are able.
- Calm worries about their friends' safety. Even though phones may not be working, reassure your children that their friends' parents are taking care of them, just the way you are taking care of your children.
- Tell children about community recovery. Reassure them that the government is working hard to restore electricity, phones, water, and gas. Tell them that the town or city will be removing debris and helping families find housing.
- Take care of your children's health. Help them get enough rest, exercise, and healthy food and water. Give them both quiet and physical activities.
- Maintain regular daily life. In the midst of disruption and change, children feel more secure with structure and routine. As much as possible, have regular mealtimes and bedtimes.
- Maintain expectations. Stick to your family rules about good behavior and respect for others. Continue family chores, but keep in mind that children may need more reminding than usual.
- Encourage children to help. Children cope better and recover sooner when they help others. Give them small cleanup tasks or other ways to contribute. Afterward, provide activities unrelated to the hurricane, such as playing cards or reading.
- Be extra patient as your children return to school. They may be more distracted and need extra help with homework for a while.
- Give support at bedtime. Children may be more anxious when separating from parents. Spend a little more time than usual talking, cuddling, or reading. Start the bedtime routine earlier so children get the sleep they need. If younger children need to sleep with you, let them know it is a temporary plan, and that soon they will go back to sleeping in their own beds.
- Help with boredom. The hurricane may have disrupted the family's daily activities (watching television, playing on the computer, and having friends over) or caused the suspension of extracurricular activities (sports, youth groups, dances, or classes). Help children think of alternative activities, such as board games, card games, and arts and crafts. Try to find community programs (at the library, a park program, or a local YMCA) with child-friendly activities.
- Keep things hopeful. Even in the most difficult situation, your positive outlook on the future will help your children see good things in the world around them, helping them through challenging times.
- Seek professional help if your child still has difficulties more than six weeks after the hurricane.
Therapy for Children
If children are still having the reactions described above more than six weeks after the hurricane, parents should consult a mental health professional for an evaluation. If the clinician recommends counseling, keep in mind that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has the strongest evidence for helping children recover from a disaster. Therapy for children should typically include:
- Family involvement
- Awareness of the child's developmental level and cultural/religious differences
- Assessment of preexisting mental health problems, including prior traumas and loss
- Explanation and normalization of the child's psychological reactions to the hurricane
- Relaxation exercises and other skills to manage reactions to reminders of the hurricane
- Problem-solving and anger-management skills as needed
- Helping to maintain normal developmental progression
- Increasing positive activities and rebuilding social connections
[NOTE for health and mental health clinicians: To guide your evaluations of children use the Hurricane Assessment and Referral Tool for Children and Adolescents (PDF).]
What Parents Can Do to Help Themselves
Parents have a tendency to neglect their own needs during a crisis. To take good care of their children, parents must take good care of themselves. Here are some things for parents to keep in mind:
- Take care of yourself physically. Eat healthily, get enough sleep, drink plenty of water, and get proper medical care.
- Support each other. Parents and caregivers should take time to talk together and find ways to meet each other's needs.
- Put off major decisions. Avoid making any life-altering decisions during this stressful posthurricane period.
- Give yourself a break. Try not to overdo cleanup activities. To reduce injury, avoid lifting heavy items or working for extended periods.
What Teachers Can Do to Help Their Students
- In a school with many students affected by a hurricane, plan shorter lessons, go at a slower pace, give less homework than usual, and expect a decline in performance for a short time.
- Identify students who had direct experience with the hurricane, particularly those who suffered losses or had to evacuate, as they are at increased risk for distress.
- Monitor conversations you and your colleagues have about the hurricane, as you may share perceptions, feelings, and memories in ways that make children feel more anxious.
- Encourage distressed students to meet with the school counselors.
- Stay in touch with your students' parents and/or caregivers about academic performance and behavior.
- Suggest that your school review its crisis and emergency plans in order to better respond to future events.
- For those schools heavily affected by a hurricane, consider a postdisaster mental health recovery program for students and school personnel. The NCTSN provides information on these programs and other material for educators in the Resources for School Personnel section of this website.
What Teachers Can Do to Help Themselves
Teachers play an important role in helping their students recover. Simply returning to school promotes the welfare of children and families. Teachers should not neglect themselves as they work with children, adolescents, and families. Here are some self-care suggestions for teachers:
- Take care of yourself emotionally. You and your family may have had a stressful experience and suffered losses like those of your students. To be able to support them, you must have support yourself.
- Take care of yourself physically. Eat healthily, get enough sleep, drink plenty of water, and get proper medical care.
- Communicate with others. Make sure that you and your fellow teachers schedule ongoing times to talk together and give each other support. Teachers might consider covering for each other, so that they can address important personal/family issues that arise.
- Give yourself a break. Try not to overdo cleanup activities. To reduce injury, avoid lifting heavy items or working for extended periods.
- Put off major decisions. Avoid making any life-altering decisions during this stressful, posthurricane period.
- Take care of your own family. Even though you may be very committed to your students, you also need to spend time with and meet the needs of your own family members or friends.
- If you have many hurricane-related responsibilities, talk with your school administrators about temporarily altering your work schedule.


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The following crimes are from the week of June 9 to June 15, 2013.
June 9. 8000 block Germantown Avenue. Complainant states that an unknown person stole a turquoise green 18-speed bicycle with a black seat and water bottle. Black male, 5'10" tall, wearing a tank top and tan shorts. Occurred at 1:55 p.m.
June 10. 8000 block Stenton Avenue. Complainant states she had a verbal dispute with a black male, Don Monroe, wearing a red, white and blue shirt, bluejeans and white Nike sneakers. Male grabbed her and punched her in left side, causing pain in rib area. Monroe left area and complainant did not call police but went to Albert Einstein Medical Center.
June 14. 7700 block McCallum Street. Complainant states that an unknown person attempted to gain entrance to home by forcing front door open. Entry was not gained due to chain lock and two large dogs barking inside.
Summary – Three crimes for week: one theft, one aggravated assault and one attempted burglary.
Town Watch.
If you have been the victim of a crime and would like information, service or support, call Northwest Victim Services, 6301 Germantown Ave., Second Floor, Suite One, 215-438-4410. The service is free.