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The Air Force has shifted to an air and space expeditionary force (AEF) structure to organize operations. This restructuring has returned the Air Force to its expeditionary roots and led to streamlining of the ways it organizes itself and presents its forces. An expeditionary military force by definition is one that can conduct military operations on short notice in response to crises, with forces tailored to achieve limited and clearly stated objectives....

Computer forensics is a branch of forensic science (forensics for short). As you likely know, forensics is the scientific analysis of people, places and things to collect evidence during crime investigations, that helps to prove innocence or guilt in court. Computer forensics, sometimes called digital forensics, has a like purpose. But it specializes in the scientific analysis of computer communications and the data on computer storage devices, such as disks and CD-ROMs....

Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God” effort is one of the most controversial goals in soccer history. In Argentina’s 1986 World Cup quarterfinal match with England, ​el pibe de oro (“the golden boy”) displayed both the brilliance of a player at the peak of his prowess, and the street urchin tendencies that characterized him throughout his career. The Goal Six minutes into the second half, Maradona passed the ball to Jorge Valdano and continued his run from the left into the England penalty area....

The bridges, the cabins, the creeks and other physical points of interest around Augusta National Golf Club: There are many that are quite well known among golfers; some of them are stars of a sort in their own right. What are those Augusta National landmarks? What are their origins, what makes them special? In this gallery, we take a look at some of the famous points of interest around Augusta National....

Almost any tire tech could probably tell you a story of a mystery vibration. The customer who comes in with a shake that won’t go away no matter what you try. The guy who puts on new tires and comes back the next day, and the next, and the next… and walks away convinced it’s either crappy tires or something you did. Those are the ones that keep you awake at night wondering “What did I miss?...

Some of the advantages of making the military a career are what comes after, like the medical and dental benefits, the GI Bill that helps pay for your or your children’s education, and retirement pay. To retire from military service, a person must stay in the military for 20 or more years. You could also be medically retired in certain situations, typically if you are unable to perform your duties as an active duty military member due to injuries or illness received while on active duty....

There are good tenants, and there are bad tenants. While no screening method is fool-proof, there are certain factors you should look at that will give you a better chance of finding a great tenant for your rental. Following these seven tips can help you make the best choice. Follow the Law Landlords must treat all prospective tenants equally. There is a law, known as the Federal Fair Housing Act, which is designed to prevent discrimination against certain classes of people in any activity related to housing....

A Brazilian waxing doesn’t have to be a scary experience if you go to the right technician. Expert waxer and educator Leonard Serrani answers top questions on this specialty service, include common etiquette concerns and what to look for from your technician to get a safe and professional service. The Brazilian wax is very popular, but not all technicians know how to perform this type of bikini wax safely. What should clients be looking for when searching for a salon and technician to get this specialty service?...

This easy exercise is excellent for bringing out the details in the middle and center of the back muscles. For this exercise, you will need access to a low pulley row machine with a V-bar handle. The V-bar handle enables you to have a neutral grip where the palms of your hands face each other. This exercise takes 30-40 seconds, depending on the number of repetitions performed and setup time....

Think that sound engineering might be the music industry job for you? Sound engineers get to be there for the all the good times - at the end of a really great show, chances are that the sound crew will be buzzing just as much as the band. But for all the good times, sound engineers also have to carry a lot of responsibility (not to mention putting up with more than a few cranky bands)....

A grip is worn on each hand when a gymnast performs on the uneven bars, rings or high bar. It has a strip of leather that covers the palm of a gymnast’s hand, secured by a Velcro or buckle wrist strap at the bottom and by the gymnast’s fingers at the top. Most competitive gymnasts wear grips with a wooden dowel to help them grip the bar or rings more easily....

James Sinegal was the co-founder of Costco discount warehouse stores in 1983, and he has been the retail chain’s leader and CEO ever since. Sinegal has kept the company strong against stiff competition from companies like Wal-Mart and BJ’s Wholesale with long-term strategic planning, and solid retail operations tactics. What follows are quotations from James Sinegal which reveal the beliefs and philosophies that guided him as he was building one of the world’s largest and most famous retail chains....

Outer space has become a go-to setting for horror and suspense movies over the years, aided by advances in special effects technology that allow for more realistic recreations of the interplanetary experience–including the requisite alien eagerly awaiting a human meal. Here’s a list of horror and suspense movies that take place primarily in outer space or on other planets. (Make sure the kids are in bed before putting these on!)...

A Google search of “buy Twitter followers” will lead you to pages full of services that allow you to buy as many Twitter followers as you want. But is it a good idea for a business to be buying Twitter followers? There are a lot of reasons why you probably should stay away from buying Twitter followers, but one of the main ones is that the algorithms always seem to catch up to this kind of activity....

Theodore Seuss Geisel was born on March 2, 1904, in Springfield, Massachusetts. Popularly known as Dr. Seuss, he began his career as a cartoonist before becoming a children’s book author and illustrator. Dr. Seuss was not a doctor, nor was he particularly fond of children. He was, however, one of the great children’s writers of all time. Several of his books, including The Butter Battle Book, Yertle the Turtle, and The Lorax, were specifically political....

Real Name: Peter Parker Location: New York City First Appearance: Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962) Created By: Stan Lee and Steve Ditko Publisher: Marvel Comics Team Affiliations: New Avengers Spider-Man’s Powers Spider-Man has spider-like abilities including superhuman strength and the ability to cling to most surfaces. He is also extremely agile and has amazing reflexes. Spider-Man also has a “spider sense,” that warns him of impending danger. Spider-Man has supplemented his powers with technology....

Soundgarden evolved from a rumbling, sludgy hard rock group into a top-flight radio force within the span of 10 years. And while they have plenty of superb hits from which to choose, their all-time best songs also include some deep album cuts and overlooked early gems as well. With that in mind, here are my humble picks for Soundgarden’s 10 greatest tracks. 10 of 10 ‘Outshined’ Arguably the first song people ever heard from Soundgarden, “Outshined” caught the Seattle quartet in a sonic period right between the grungy metal-rock of their early recordings and the more polished hard rock of its later career....

If someone does you a favor – anything from buying your product to helping you get an appointment with a decision maker – then a thank-you note is not only appropriate, it will also help you to maintain the relationship with the helpful person. Developing a regular thank-you note habit can yield impressive results. Joe Girard, the world’s greatest salesperson according to the Guinness Book of World Records, credits his success to his habit of sending handwritten cards every month to every one of his customers....

In the 1950s, Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis were the Beatles and Elvis of comedy—conquering stage, TV, and movies with ease and electricity. Sadly, friendship eventually turned to feud and the magic of their partnership ended. Thankfully, the 16 films they made in their seven years as a comedy twosome live on. Here are the ten best of the bunch. 01 of 10 “Sailor Beware” (1951) Huluwood The buddy formula gels nicely in their fifth feature....

Spring is when the world wakes up from its winter slumber. Trees and plants begin to bloom, and the birds and the bees do their thing. The season is also a source of inspiration for artists, poets, and musicians. Some singers find quiet beauty in the details of a spring morning. Others celebrate the promise of new love and new life that the season inspires. Do you have a favorite springtime jam?...