After World War II, Japan’s armed forces have been relegated to non-combat roles on the world stage. But soldiers, sailors and pilots are center-stage in these military-focused manga battlefield. 01 of 09 Sgt. Frog Sgt. Frog Volume 1-3. Mine Yoshizaki / TokyoPop Author and Artist: Mine YoshizakiPublisher: TokyoPop Unbeknownst to the people of Earth, the army of Planet Keron are planning an invasion. But even the best laid plans of alien frogs can go awry as Sgt....
The idea that people are born and reborn―that we all have had past lives―dates back at least 3,000 years. Discussions of the subject can be found in the ancient traditions of India, Greece, and the Celtic Druids, and reincarnation is a common theme among New Age philosophies. Those who believe in reincarnation say clues about our past lives can be found in our dreams, our bodies, and our souls. The following psychological, emotional, and physical phenomena all may hold hints of who we once were....
Without the women and men who work in health care support, the health care industry would be unable to function. Sure we need doctors, dentists, physical and occupational therapists and other health professionals, but without those who provide administrative and clinical support they would not be able to do their jobs. Here are several health care support careers. Dental Assistant Dental assistants provide different types of patient care and perform office duties and laboratory duties....
America Airlines wants travelers to know that they are not the same airlines that they were before 2011 when they placed 550 new aircraft in the sky. The aging fleet is being replaced and includes two new 770-300 airplanes. To carry this message to consumers, according to Kantar Media, approximately $40 million was spent in 2012 on advertising. “Change Is in the Air” Commercial To accomplish the design changes that are the harbingers of the new airlines, American Airlines worked with FutureBrand....
Assistant city managers hold critical leadership positions in city government. They support the city manager in running the city and are the critical link between the city manager and department heads. An assistant city manager focuses primarily on organizational issues so that the city manager can focus more on external issues. In small cities, the assistant city manager is the second-highest-ranking employee in the organization. In larger cities, the organization may have several assistant city manager positions....
Blake Shelton is the de facto spokesman of country music for a good portion of the United States. He’s the Everyman’s Everyman. The pop singer’s country singer. The genre’s most visible face. “Based On a True Story…” is his first album since establishing himself as a judge on the hit singing competition TV show “The Voice.” Review “Based On a True Story…” is Shelton’s eighth studio album and was released in March 2013....
If your car is running poorly, you may be having problems with your exhaust gas recirculation valve, or EGR. While you can’t test your EGR valve function from home, you can clean it there, a simple task that effectively acts as a repair. There’s nothing like turning what could be a very expensive (or at least moderately costly) repair into a home repair victory, and the exhaust gas recirculation valve is easy to access and easy to clean as long as you take a few precautions....
If you sell B2B, you probably deal with a lot of professional buyers. Buyers are responsible for finding materials for their companies, and they can literally lose their jobs if they make a bad deal – so they take purchasing very seriously. Experienced buyers know more about sales than many salespeople. Using sales tricks and manipulation tactics on a professional buyer is usually a bad idea, as they’ll spot these tactics immediately and won’t be happy....
You and your buddy tee off on a hole and both hit into the rough. You reach the golf balls first and play your stroke. But when your buddy checks out the other ball, he discovers some bad news: You accidentally hit his golf ball. You played the wrong ball. Whoops. What’s the penalty? First, let’s define “wrong ball.” ‘Wrong Ball’ Definition in the Rules of Golf So what, exactly, is a wrong ball in golf?...
To properly remove makeup, all you need is a proper cleanser for the face and eye-makeup remover. These are my favorite makeup removal tips that I’ve learned over the years. The Mistakes Most Women Make The biggest mistake women make when removing makeup, is that we are too stingy with our makeup removal products. We should be soaking cotton pads with eye makeup remover and using generous dollops of cleanser on our faces....
An effective restaurant menu mixes a well-planned layout, well-written descriptions and correct pricing for food cost ration. Good menus avoid crowded layouts overly wordy descriptions and unnecessary graphics. Menu items should reflect your restaurant’s theme. Updating your restaurant menu is also important to keep on top of food costs and food trends. Menu Basics The ideal restaurant menu offers a balance of classic dishes and fresh food trends, while balancing the right food cost to maintain and increase profits....
If you or someone you know want to join the United States Marine Corps but have not yet completed the citizenship process, you can join as long as you meet the proper criteria and don’t mind a job that doesn’t require a security clearance. If you’re considering joining, it helps to know what you can do and what you need to help you make the transition from civilian to citizen and veteran....
Are you trying to decide what career to pursue? Then you should find out what your personality type is. Certain occupations are more suitable for particular types than others are. However, personality should not be the only factor you consider when choosing a career. A self-assessment should also look at your values, interests, and aptitudes. These four factors taken together serve as a better way to find the right career than any one of them does alone....
Equipment Operators in the Navy operate heavy transportation and construction equipment including trucks, bulldozers, backhoes, graders, forklifts, cranes, and asphalt equipment. They’re like the construction foremen of the Navy, with duties similar to workers at quarries or construction sites. Duties for Navy Equipment Operators These sailors operate a wide variety of heavy-duty, self-propelled construction equipment for projects that include everything from building, roadway and pier construction to grading and excavation. That includes conducting maintenance and safety checks, and of course, preparing reports....
All employees look forward to taking a vacation once in a while, especially when they have accrued paid time off to use. Paid time off, or PTO, is also a major factor for employees accepting job offers from companies. The more generous the PTO, the more attractive a company can look to candidates who value work-life balance. Even though paid time off is currently not mandatory for employers to offer to their workers, most understand the importance of time off for a healthier and happier workforce....
Scotch Foursomes is an alternate shot golf format for two-player teams in either match play or stroke play. The term may refer to a variation of foursomes, although it is also used as a synonym for foursomes. In foursomes, one player on the team hits the drive, then the partner hits the next shot and the players continue alternating shots with one ball. In the modified version of Scotch Foursomes, both golfers hit drives, then select the best drive and play the alternate shot format beginning with the second shot....
The traditional landlord-tenant relationship is defined by the terms of the lease agreement. In certain situations, a tenant lives in a rental property without a written lease agreement. Learn how an estate at will is defined. What Is an Estate at Will? An estate at will, also referred to as a tenancy at will, refers to a tenant who lives in a rental unit without a formal lease or contract. It is typically a verbal agreement between a landlord and a tenant....
If your car won’t start or it hesitates when you crank it, you might have a bad ignition coil. Testing an ignition coil on most cars is pretty easy. No special tools are required, and you don’t even have to remove the coil. Just remember to be careful, because the amount of electricity generated by your ignition system can be dangerous. What the Coil Does An ignition coil is a kind of high-voltage transformer....
You may root for the hero, but the most interesting and compelling characters in Disney animated movies are usually the villains. The Mouse House has always made a point of emphasizing bad guys that you just can’t help but love to hate with the following 10 villains standing head and shoulders above their villainous counterparts: 01 of 10 Scar (The Lion King) Lion King section of Disney animation loop – Disney Animation Building, Disneyland Resort (2011)....
Once upon a time, senior golfers - those pros over the age of 50 - were common in PGA Tour events. Today, most PGA Tour players head to the senior tour, the Champions Tour, once they turn 50. So seeing a 55-year-old in a PGA Tour tournament isn’t common anymore. A 60-year-old? Rare. A 70-year-old? Forget about it. But it wasn’t that long ago that golfers of such age did make appearances not just on the Champions Tour, but on the “regular” PGA Tour....
