Hire me!

Article Abstract:

The computer industry must show that it is not discriminating against older employees by setting up in-house retraining programs so that their employees can adapt to the changing environment. However, the age issue must not be used against the H-1B visa program as the US' technological strength lies in the fact that a large number of highly talented individuals come to the country via the program. Older workers must be willing to adopt new skills if they are going to adjust to a fast-changing industry.

Computer industry, Employment, Employment discrimination, Age discrimination

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Demographic portals set to stand and deliver

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The growing electronic commerce market is expected to reach $1 trillon by 2003, according to International Data. The corresponding increase in Net storefronts will affect existing Web portals. The rise in female-oriented sites is already attracting attention, as are sites hoping to African-American users and other ethnic groups. Successful portals are those that provide specific information about such things as travel, family and personal finance.

Internet, Forecasts and trends, Industry trend, Electronic commerce, E-commerce

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Belly-button: nomenclature for the Age of Umbilicus

Article Abstract:

A discussion of the various words used for 'navel' throughout history is presented. 'One-eyed Mabel', 'belly-hole', and 'lint-getter' are among the highlights. The origin of the word 'Chicom' for 'Chinese Communists' is also discussed.

United States, Column, English language, Names, Sociolinguistics, Language and culture, Etymology, Navel

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