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The Four Broncos - The Story of the Tragic Bus Crash That Killed Four Hockey Players

It sent a deafening silence throughout the hockey world and beyond.On December 30, 1986 at 3:45 PM, the unthinkable happened. Two days after the Christmas break, the Western Hockey League Swift Current Broncos were embarking on a two and a half-hour drive to Regina, Saskatchewan when their team-owned bus, a 1968 Western Flyer, skidded off the highway overpass, hit a sign then slid down an emb

Driving in the United States - Road Rules

If you are a first-time visitor to the United States and are planning to rent a car during your visit, there are several road rules you should be aware of. Be advised that penalties for disobedience can be severe. Familiarize yourself with the controls on the rental car. If you are from Europe you may find that many of the controls are on or around the steering wheel and not on the dash. S

Setting Goals for Insurance Success

Everybody has a set goal in their minds which they want to achieve in life. It could probably be through business, a life-long pursuit or a short term goal. Whichever is the case, goals are usually what everybody would want to attain in the end of it all no matter how difficult it is going to be.The same principle applies for insurance agents, especially the independent ones. The primary atti

Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance Claim Guide

This is a FREE Insurance Claim GuideYour "Motor Vehicle" can be a truck, car, motorcycle - - you name it! If it's powered by a motor and has one, two, three, four (or even more) wheels this "Guide" is for you.The information below is a bare-bones "Guide" for those who have had such a motor vehicle accident. It details the basics of how one should with their property damage and/or personal inj

Nursing Careers - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

Switching careers to go into registered nursing is all the rage these days. After all, the demand is high, the pay is great, and a career as a registered nurse comes with excellent benefits and a flexible schedule. It's the perfect career choice, right?Well, maybe.The classes required to get a degree as a registered nurse will take you a minimum of three years - a year of prerequisite classes

The Perfect Small Stream Fly Rod

Fly fishing for native trout on a small stream in the back county can lead to one of the most rewarding experiences of a lifetime. Getting off the beaten path to find finicky fish in untouched waters is what the pioneers of the sport truly intended. On the other hand, some small streams are just off the roadway but are just as willing, or unwilling, to give up their inhabitants to the skilled

Clean Credit Report - Easily Raise Your Credit Score 100 Points

Your credit report contains information about where you work, live and how you pay your bills (On time or not). It also may show whether you've been sued, arrested or have filed for bankruptcy with in the last 10 years. Companies called consumer reporting agencies (cra) or credit bureaus compile and sell your credit report to businesses all over the world.Many financial advisors suggest that

What Does Travel Insurance Cover?

If you're about to head off traveling, whether it's a business trip, a beach bum holiday or a round-the-world no-holds-barred adventure, you need travel insurance. Anything can happen, and often does - looking at the annual statistics showing the thousands of travellers who get into sticky situations. It's important to know exactly what your travel insurance covers, so you know if you're gett

9 Things To Do When Your Roof Leaks

Springtime storms can bring a lot of rain, which can reveal roof leaks. What should you do when an April shower finds its way into your living room?First, control the interior damage as quickly as possible.Move any items that have not yet become soaked. If furniture or other items cannot be moved, cover them with plastic sheets to protect them from the water. Collect dripping water in a leak

Travel Opinions - Key Influences on Tourist Decision Making

As I sit in the lounge of the backpackers meeting up with travel companions, I am thinking that maybe I should have done things differently. Let's head back to last night, where I was searching through several brochures and deciding on the next day's activities. The brochure had photos of beautiful vistas and described the tour as natural and exciting. I was finding this hard to envisage as I

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