What are the rules for boxing at the Olympic Games? Several rule changes were made in 2013 that affected the Games from 2016 onward. These included allowing professional boxers to qualify, eliminating headgear for men, raising the minimum age to 19, and changing the scoring system. Qualifying for Olympic Boxing Unlike most sports, slots are limited for Olympic boxing and just because you qualified nationally does not mean you are going to the Games....
If you are like most people I know, the thought of spending a day in back-to-back meetings can be a dreadful feeling. Meetings can be boring, are often unnecessary and definitely take time away from other (more crucial) work. But meetings can be very efficient and productive when they are planned right. Here are some simple steps for planning effective meetings. Decide If You Really Need a Meeting First, decide if planning a meeting is really necessary....
A solid subbase is a key to a successful building project. A slab on ground and pavements normally are designed to be supported by a solid subbase, which needs to be uniform by nature to support the structure above it. A subbase will go on top of the subgrade, which typically is native soil or improved soil that has been compacted. It is important for a subbase to have solid edges and joints to prevent cracking and concrete spalling....
The following albums include some of the best Salsa music produced in history. Besides featuring some of the greatest salsa songs ever recorded, these productions are memorable works from top artists in this genre. Whether you like salsa from Puerto Rico, New York or Colombia, this compilation touches a broad spectrum of sounds that moves between the music of pioneers like Joe Cuba and contemporary artists like Marc Anthony. Although compilation albums may be your best shot to discover the music of these artists, I wanted to select those defining single productions that captured the best sound of their creators....
The best hip-hop songs of all time are the songs that touch our souls. They make us smile, laugh, cry, think, and shake what our mama (or papa) gave us. Covering more than four decades, here are the 100 greatest rap songs of all time: 01 of 10 Top 100 Rap Songs: 100-91 Coolio peforms on stage during the I Love the 90s concert at the SSE Arena on September 29, 2017 in London, England....
Whether out of boredom or sheer ingenuity, some of the biggest names in hip-hop have released Christmas rap albums at some point. Need a break from those cheesy, schmaltzy Christmas songs? Check out the wildly entertaining Christmas rap songs from these albums. Good tidings await. Whether out of boredom or sheer ingenuity, some of the biggest names in hip-hop have released Christmas rap albums at some point. Need a break from those cheesy, schmaltzy Christmas songs?...
From the iconic to the just plain awesome, these horror movie taglines are arguably better than the movies themselves. Some are established quotes you’ve been hearing since childhood; others are obscure gems. “The Bride of Frankenstein” (1935) “The monster demands a mate!” “The Birds” (1963) “…and remember, the next scream you hear may be your own!” “Night of the Living Dead” (1968) “They won’t stay dead.” “Frogs” (1972) “Today the pond!...
The Rising Sign is the impression you make at first glance. And acquaintances may describe you with traits of your Rising Zodiac sign or Ascendant. The Zodiac sign on the horizon of your chart shows how you engage with life. And the planetary ruler of that sign is your chart ruler. The chart ruler gives hints to what’s symbolically leading your personality, and what others pick up. Do you know the traits of your Rising sign?...
Attending the ballet is a truly magical event. The following tips will help you get the most out of a ballet performance. Choose the Right Ballet So many ballets, so little time. If you are attending the ballet for the first time, choose a popular production, like “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” or “Copellia.” If your local ballet company is producing a ballet, it is probably one of the classical ballets. The most entertaining classical ballets are the ones that tell stories, usually adapted from popular fairy tales....
Cyndi Lauper was one of the most gifted pop singers of the ’80s, able to write her own quality material and interpret the work of others to equal degrees of success. However, perhaps not many people actually realized then or acknowledge now how accomplished she is as a musician, mainly because the phenomenon Lauper became was so overwhelming during her brief reign of the mid-’80s. This was mostly due to her familiar, orange-haired new wave image, inspired by if not sonically akin to punk rock....
The following songs have been selected to provide beginner acoustic guitarists with popular music from the 1980s. A guideline for the difficulty of each song has been included. The assumption with these guidelines is beginner can play the basic essential open chords plus F major. 01 of 11 Heart of the Matter (Don Henley) Album: The End of Innocence, 1989Level of difficulty: Beginner This song should translate well to “single acoustic guitar and voice”....
There’s no one best sales approach. Your personality and background will determine which type of sales technique is most effective for you. Even if you have a methodology that works well, it’s a good idea to try a different approach now and then. Trying new methods keeps you out of a rut, and you may be surprised by how well a new sales approach works for you. In fact, many salespeople do best by using a combination of approaches....
A rhythm section is a core group of instruments within an ensemble that together play a groove/accompaniment under a lead instrument or vocalist. Most commonly, particularly in contemporary groove-based popular music since the 1950s, these roles are the drumbeat, bass, and a chord comping parts, fulfilled by a drum set, electric bass, and guitar and/or piano/keyboard. (Some writers only include bass and drums in the rhythm section, particularly in rock “power trio” contexts....
Nearly fifty years have come and gone since 30 bands and artists were part of rock history as performers at the original Woodstock festival. For some, careers were launched. For others, it was just another gig (albeit with an audience of half a million.) Some are gone, some have faded into history, and some are alive, well, and still making music. Nearly fifty years have come and gone since 30 bands and artists were part of rock history as performers at the original Woodstock festival....
Recruiting is a poorly understood profession (sometimes even by those who call themselves recruiters). There are several types of recruiters, but the mechanics and psychology of recruiting are all the same. Two Types of Recruiters Are Available Corporate Recruiters Corporate recruiters that are employed by a company for the purpose of finding and qualifying new employees for the organization. Third-party recruiters are subcontracted to by a company for the same purpose....
Pumpkin pulp makes for wonderful facial masks. The pulp is full of enzymes which naturally exfoliate dead skin cells and it also has beta-carotene and Vitamin A which are soothing to the skin. Here are 4 wonderful pumpkin mask recipes that work on many different skin types. You can pay $35 for pumpkin mask in a jar (we recommend Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask). Or you can pay $140 on up for a professional pumpkin peel from a salon....
Securing national borders and stopping international criminals before they can enter the United States requires support, assistance, and action from the land, air, and sea. U.S. Customs and Border Protection Aviation Interdiction Agents earn great salaries flying missions to do their part to help keep U.S. borders safe and secure. What Do CBP Aviation Interdiction Agents Do? The U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of Air and Marine claims to be home to the largest non-military air force in the world, with more than 250 aircraft in the fleet....
A cashier takes payments for merchandise from customers in a retail establishment such as a restaurant, gas station, movie theater, or grocery, convenience, and department stores. He or she may be required to check for proof of legal age for purchases of cigarettes or alcohol. Other duties including processing returns and refunds, placing price tags on items, putting products on shelves, and keeping the register area and the rest of the store neat and clean....
The focal point of a painting is an area of emphasis that demands the most attention and to which the viewer’s eye is drawn, pulling it into the painting. It is like the bullseye on a target, although not as overt. It is how the artist draws attention to the particular content of the painting and is often the most important element of the painting. The focal point should be based on the artist’s intent, the reason for doing the painting, so should be determined early in the process....
There are two basic forms of merchandise in a retail store: hardline and softline. The term soft goods or softlines refers to merchandise that is literally “soft.” Hard goods or hardlines are goods that are “hard” to the touch. A store department or product line primarily consisting of merchandise such as hardware, housewares, automotive, electronics, sporting goods, health and beauty aids or toys would be considered hardline goods. A store department carrying apparel or linens (sheets) products would be examples of softlines....
