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DeepEndZen Why TIG? Why social networks?
DeepEndZen
October 9 | 1:18PM

Peter Levine , from Tufts University, mentioned TIG in his latest blog post on youth civic engagement. He asks a really pertinent question:

"I wondered why these other groups couldn't... (read more)
Featured TIGblog  Featured TIGblog
Gravity Defying Homes
adamclare
October 10 | 2:10AM

People like living in shelter and in this modern world we can create some really bizzare shelters. Some website has collected... (read more)
Last 24 Hours  Last 24 Hours
mews
October 10 | 8:17PM
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debashree দেবশ্রী
Blog Action Day Promotional video
Blog Action Day 2008 Poverty from Blog Action Day on Vimeo . (read more)
United States
Bitsy
October 10 | 8:12PM
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Bitsy
McCain Incites Hatred for Obama
In my opinion, it was the beginning of the end of John McCain's campaign the moment he chose Sarah Palin as his running mate. I can't even begin to recap all of the certifiable insanity that they have indulged in since then and time is short, so I have to fast-forward to today. This week John McCain, after failing miserably in the second... (read more)
United States
tonygoodrow
October 10 | 7:48PM
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Tony Goodrow
The Difference between Managing Paid Staff and Volunteers
believe that the management of people-based resources is at its core, the same regardless of whether the people involved are paid or unpaid. I know that many will disagree adamantly with me on this point but please read on to consider the experience I just had that supported this view. Later this month I’ll delve into the negative results of... (read more)
Canada
shahiddisu
October 10 | 5:06PM
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Tears from Heaven
My mum always worried about me losing my life. It was her dream to see me in school and become a doctor. She said that the greatest thing in life was to be a servant to others so that Allah can bless you and that you have to have a big heart to contain life miseries. My mum was inside cooking one day whiles I was outside playing with my... (read more)
Canada
EarthDay
October 10 | 3:21PM
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Earth Day Network
Carbon Emissions Continue to Rise
The Global Carbon Project, based in Australia, has released their new 2008 report, which promises to make the global warming skeptics shiver in their boots. In the report, we learn that “carbon dioxide emissions from mankind are growing about 4 times faster since 2000 than during the 1990s, despite efforts by a number of nations to rein-in... (read more)
United States
alive777
October 10 | 2:33PM
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George
YOUR ENVIRONMENT.....
Be careful the environment you choose for it will shape you; be careful the friends you choose for you will become like them. W. Clement Stone (read more)
Ghana
dougschrandtinf
October 10 | 11:48AM
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Doug Schrandt - Real Estate Low Mortgage Rates
Doug Schrandt Market analysis "It used to be that the industry controlled the information. Well, the industry doesn't control the information anymore," said Villani, who owns his own small company, Villani Real Estate. Extensive Real Estate Knowledge with Doug Schrandt It's no secret that the real estate industry is in a state of... (read more)
zephyr
October 10 | 11:18AM
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Dennis Dames
WE ARE AND WE SHOULD BE SOCIALISTS
Reflections of Fidel: LAST October 2nd we discussed the international price of the fuels that we are consuming. I am under the impression that its significance attracted the attention of many leaders and cadres. There is a general debate about the percentage of the population with access to electricity and other common services of... (read more)
Bahamas
poettemidayo
October 10 | 11:13AM
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Adelusi Oluwafemi Temidayo-Don
TODAY I WILL MAKE A DIFFRENCE
Time is a precious commodity. I refuse to allow what little time I have to contaminated by self-pity, anxiety, or boredom. I will face the day with the joy of a child and the courage of a giant. I will drink each minute as though it is my last. When tomorrow come, today will be gone forever. While it is here, I will use it for loving and... (read more)
Nigeria
dkaiyo
October 10 | 9:56AM
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davyk
Standing on solid ground
Standing on solid ground Lovemore Nyatsine THE events over the last few weeks have led many people to do some soul searching. The centre of power has shifted in both South Africa and Zimbabwe. A cataclysmic financial crisis is rocking the world at the moment with a devastating ripple effect on the whole world’s financial markets.... (read more)
Zimbabwe
ygcafrica
October 10 | 8:50AM
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'Tunde David
Curbing Cybercrime in Nigeria: Essay Competition for Students of Tertiary Institutions
Curbing Cybercrime in Nigeria: Essay Competition for Students of Tertiary Institutions The concern for internet safety is a global phenomenon, especially as those who never had access are increasingly being connected through their computers, mobile phones and other devices. While the prevalence of social networking websites, online... (read more)
Nigeria
mighty
October 10 | 8:20AM
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PICTURE OF THE FUTURE........ A GREAT ADVOCACY
The picture you see in the poster was taken in November 11, 2001 when I had a One on One Meeting with former President Olusegun Obasanjo. That day was a significant day as I can hear my soft small voice then to the President " Your Excellency Sir, thank you for giving us the youths the opportunity to particpate in development issues and... (read more)
Nigeria
Olowotee
October 10 | 8:19AM
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Olowoyeye Oluwatosin Anu
A Year on TIG. . . .Let's Celebrate.
How time Flies, In less than 7 days, I shall be celebrating my One Year Anniversary on TIG. Precisely, October 16th, 2007, when I joined this great network. However, many things have transpired and lots of experiences gained. The resources shared on this website has been helpful and the inspiration from fellow TIG members has been amazingly... (read more)
Nigeria
zircorn
October 10 | 8:05AM
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Tetteh Kofi Hadjor
Into The Embrace of Chaos!
Let's dance in the chaos of possibilities and dare to enter the embrace of the stillness of the eye of the hurricane. We shall then map out the pathways to this realization for those who yearn to achieve the crossing into this realm. (read more)
Canada
Avis
October 10 | 6:59AM
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Hafiidhaturrahmah
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation OPEN NOW
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for Round 2 of Grand Challenges Explorations, a US $100 million initiative to help scientists pursue innovative ideas for solving major global health problems. Anyone can apply, regardless of education or experience level. Grant proposals are being accepted online at... (read more)
Indonesia
sadev
October 10 | 3:27AM
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SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
It has always been my speculation that one day, the unification voice called gambling by the few rich will humble them into the poorest people ever. They have always shared the top cream secrets of wealth creation amongst themselves. Yet seeking protection from the poor person's kitty seems the only way out. You can't have your share of the cake... (read more)
Kenya
abc4all
October 10 | 3:26AM
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A Better Community for All (ABC4All)
Brian McClure shares info from his trip to Africa
From http://ABC4All.net/ tripchronology.htm   CLICK! for the Audio/Transcript of KTLK Talk Radio Show, "A Call to Consciousness," from 09/20/08 as Brian describes his experiences in Africa! and the audio from 10/09/08 as he describes further his experiences with his publicist, Steve McCrory and Life Path Healer Linda Drake.... (read more)
United States
mburu
October 10 | 3:26AM
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The Obama Nation, hypocrisy of races!
It was appalling to see Jerome Corsi's attempt to launch one of his most controversial and inappropriate book, The Obama Nation, in Sen. Barrack Obama's paternal land, Kenya. While it is not my duty on who to launch what where, I think the author's aim of smudging Obama, can be a clear indication that race is still an issue in the US, decades... (read more)
Kenya
robinopati
October 10 | 3:00AM
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Robinson Abuyeka
KENYA POST 2008 REPORT
This report by Global Visionary leaders Forum released in October 2008 is calling Kenya's leadership integrity to question and change of tactics. During the post election violence,we visionary leaders kept silent,prayed,helped the needy displaced people and chose to preach peace. We are blessed with one great country, loved by many tourists... (read more)
Kenya
corinne1
October 9 | 10:53PM
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Publicity in the Canadian Federal Elections
Canadian Federal elections will be held on October 14. Parties are desperately trying to get more votes. Competition between parties during this election is pretty intense. However, There's something wrong quite wrong in the process. When you look at the media, all the publicity is about criticizing the other party and depicting its leader as... (read more)
Canada
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