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...normal times, one bank expert says, withdrawals would be next to nothing. "We are fed up because UBS has betrayed all the values that make us uniquely Swiss: fiscal responsibility, stability and international credibility," says Samuel Bretholz, a Geneva sociology student who is writing a thesis about the banks' impact on society. "No wonder our perception of ourselves as decent people has taken a beating...
...themselves as much more affected. "On the ascending limb, the [older] adults who got alcohol performed significantly more poorly, but they didn't think they were impaired," Nixon says. "On the descending limb, the older adults thought they were impaired, but at that point alcohol didn't have any impact on their performance." As to why the more seasoned social drinkers may be out of sync, Nixon says, "Older adults are mentally more sensitive to the sedative effect." (See pictures of the world's most celebrated senior citizens...
...glossed over the impact of malpractice lawsuits in the decline of VBAC births. Parents sign a detailed form stating that they fully understand the risks that can occur with a VBAC, but when their choice results in a tragic loss or injury, they often seek to blame the doctor or hospital. Larry Kincheloe, M.D., OKLAHOMA CITY...
...This is nothing short of a phenomenal development. Students and locals alike should be ecstatic to see Boston taking real steps toward an initiative that will both improve our daily lives and have a tangible impact on environmental responsibility...
...it’s his speed in the field and on the basepaths—Walsh has already identified him as the fastest player on the team—which will allow Tomes to make an immediate impact...