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Why has the development experience of sub-Saharan Africa diverged markedly from that of other developing regions?

Document abstract : «The recent images of migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa dying on the border of the Spanish territories of Ceuta and Melilla reminded the Northern opinion of the reality of life in the poorest region in the world . Migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa flee...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The singularity of Sub-Saharan Africa compared to others developing region.. The labor force represented by the future slaves.. The decision of the Europeans to use African labour force in the middle of the nineteenth century.. The...»

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The budgetary implication of the European Union's May 2004 enlargement

Document abstract : «On 1 May 2004 Europe celebrates the entrance of ten new members in the European Union but behind the fireworks and the celebrations, Brussels has to adapt itself to this new generation of the European project. One of the most important points is the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The new balance.. Agenda 2000.. The financial framework 2007-2013.. Structure of the financial framework 2007-2013.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

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The significance of the Magna Carta

Document abstract : «The Magna Carta is a charter signed by King John in 1215, during the Middle Ages, a period organized around the system of feudalism. This text embodies an enormous advance politically speaking: it is the basis of the whole English institution....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The social and political context before 1215.. The writing and the content of the Magna Carta.. The consequences of the Magna Carta after 1215.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

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The EU and the disintegration of Yugoslavia

Document abstract : «In order to better understand the disintegration of Yugoslavia at the beginning of the 1990s, it is interesting to recall that Yugoslavia was first created in 1918, and was dismembered firstly during World War Second. Then, it has been dismembered...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. On the brink of civil war: Misunderstanding, incomprehension and division.. Yugoslavia: An explosive situation.. The West: Division of the European Union. Improbable attempts at maintaining peace in Yugoslavia.. The EU between...»

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Ready meals vs. Pot Noodle

Document abstract : «The aim of this report is to understand and analyze the consumer behaviour towards two products of two major brands which operate in a same sector. First of all, we chose the food industry in the specific market of "ready meals"; we immediately...»

Synopsis abstract : «Outlines.. Objectives.. Research development.. Research methodology.. Secondary research.. Primary research.. The market: Industry overlook and future trends on the market.. Qualitative and quantitative data.. Quantitative data: Survey.. Qualitative...»

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How does marketing communication build and maintain strong brand?

Document abstract : «The challenge for a lot of companies nowadays is to adapt their traditional functions and operations to the new world. They have to integrate marketing. Today, it is important to build a relationship with the customers. This is the key to finding,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Define marketing communication, branding and integration.. Marketing communication.. Branding.. Integration.. How does marketing communication work?. Attitudes.. Hierarchy of effects models.. Black box and consumer behaviour.. How...»

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The EU Foreign Policy - Myth or Reality?

Document abstract : «European Union (EU) critics are a very heterogenic group. Amongst them, there are people who think that this organization has too many responsibilities. Sometimes this disapproval is summarized in only one word: 'Brussels', the city where several...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The historical background of CFSP and CSDP.. The failure of the EDC and the 'Fouchet Plans'.. The European Political Cooperation.. The Common Foreign and Security Policy.. The institutional framework of CFSP and CSDP.. Introductory...»

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Transition Macedonia

Document abstract : «Throughout the centuries, the South-eastern corner of Europe has been the scene of many invasions and transcending civilizations. This left the trace of different cultures, religions and empires. One of the most evident cleavages in the region is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Linz and Stepan theory with respect to Macedonia.. The five arenas of democracy.. Democracy in multi-national states.. The actual state of Macedonian democracy.. Recapitulation.. Macedonia - a contested region throughout the...»

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Is heterosexuality "natural"?

Document abstract : «The most common definition of heterosexuality is that of a sexual identity of somebody who is sexually attracted to the opposite sex. According to Richardson, "[Heterosexuality] is constructed as a coherent, natural, fixed and stable category; as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Reasons why heterosexuality is natural.. Women and heterosexuality.. Forcing of women into heterosexuality.. Gender power as the centre of speculation.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

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To what extent is the British newspaper market is a pluralist market?

Document abstract : «According to former MP William Hague, Britain 'has a great and vibrant tradition of a free and pluralist press and media, rich in its diversity and opinions.'(Hague; 2000). It is true that in the past decades, the British newspaper market has always...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The newspaper market in the perspective of a pluralist democracy.. Results the evolution of the British newspaper market.. Dependence on advertising revenue.. A free and creative production of news.. The general Marxist view of...»

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In spite of its record of failure the EU continues to try to develop a common foreign policy. Why?

Document abstract : «The European Union is often described as an "economical giant but political pigmy" . The Union is indeed the first commercial power in the world, but its political representation on the global stage is weak. From many points of view, the former...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Creation of European defence community and the concept of a common foreign policy.. Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP). . Political background of member states.. Reasons for which EU needs a common policy.. To guarantee peace...»

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Terror and Horror in the Fantastic Novels: Walpole's The Castle Of Otranto, Shelley's Frankenstein and Stoker's Dracula

Document abstract : «The concepts of terror and horror are key factors in the Fantastic and Gothic novel. This literary genre appeared with Walpole's The Castle of Otranto in 1765 and then flourished until 1830; it mainly developed during the historical period of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Differences between terror and horror.. The role of psychological modes in the novels.. Different theories by authors and philosophers.. Explanation by Burke.. Sublime in nature causing astonishment.. Where delight can be a 'negative...»

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Nokia's corporate communications

Document abstract : «Until the 1980s, Nokia was a Finnish company, in the 1980s Nokia was a Nordic company and in the beginning of 1990s an European company. Now, we are a global company," declared Jorma Ollila, President and Chief Executive officer of Nokia, in 1997....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Deal and Kennedy's theory of corporate culture.. The five elements of a strong corporate culture.. The four generic corporate cultures.. Nokia's corporate culture.. Nokia's business environment.. Nokia's values.. Nokia's...»

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Internet & direct marketing

Document abstract : «The direct and database marketing can be differentiated from classic marketing as it is an individual approach of the customer. As the consumer behaviours are in constant evolution, direct and database marketing help companies integrate rapidly...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Principles of direct and database marketing: The new way of doing marketing.. Principles of direct marketing.. The database marketing.. Focusing on Internet marketing.. Benefits of direct marketing.. Limits of direct...»

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Community food security in North Minneapolis: Barriers and solutions

Document abstract : «Despite an overwhelming amount of facts, studies, and annual reports proving the contrary, many people today continue to deny the existence of hunger in the United States. Middle-aged Americans will recall hearing their parents demanding them to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Continued to denial of the existence of hunger in the United States. . Keeping the hunger in this country invisible. . Community Food Security.. North Minneapolis.. Composition.. Minneapolis' most racially diverse...»

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Impact of the French Revolution on 19th century France

Document abstract : «It is quite difficult to discuss the impact of the French revolution on the French society for the country had difficulty accessing stability in the 19th century. Indeed the intervening decades witnessed four major upheavals: in the 1790s, 1830,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Revolutionary legacy on political life and institutions.. Institutional changes and consolidation of the state.. Parliamentarism and legitimacy.. Centralisation and bureaucracy.. Democracy, politicization of the people and national...»

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How do the Federal Republic of Germany, Fifth Republic France and post-war Italy fulfil the criteria of Lijphart's 'majoritarian' and 'consensus' models of democracies?

Document abstract : «This essay will attempt to analyse the Federal Republic of Germany, Fifth Republic France and post-war Italy thanks to Lijphart's work Democracy (1984). Lijphart classifies the 'majoritarian' model (or 'Westminster model') and the 'consensual...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A single party in a majoritarian democracy.. The situation in Germany.. The drafters of the Fifth Republic constitution.. France and an asymmetrical bicameralism legislature.. Majoritarian democracies.. The French electoral...»

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Law of war crimes: command responsibility and the Yamashita precedent

Document abstract : «In an interesting article from the Legal Times untitled 'From the top on down'1, two American military judges, namely J.D. Hutson and J. Cullen, lay emphasis on the need to hold Secretary of Defence D. Rumsfeld accountable for abuses on his watch...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The legal framework for Yamashita's trial in Manila.. The actual jurisdiction of the American Military Commission.. The legal basis of the charges against the General Yamashita.. Yamashita and command responsibility: A debatable...»

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Politics is just show-business for ugly people

Document abstract : «On October 7, 2003, the 2003 California recall resulted in Governor Gray Davis being recalled with 55.4% of the Yes vote. Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected Governor of California under the second question on the ballot. On this day, a large...»

Synopsis abstract : «A certain confusion between media shows and politics.. The border between media and show.. Politics and the growing influence of communication.. Which implications in the political sphere?. Garbled campaigns.. Various interrogations on the future of...»

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Computer simulation study of ionic and non ionic hydration

Document abstract : «Liquids, solution, and liquid crystals present local, but not long-range order. On one hand particles in liquids interacts much strongly than the particles in gas, and this prevents the use of the usual statistical mechanics methods to predict their...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Modeling molecular liquids with computers.. The structure of liquid water at ambient conditions.. The ionic solvation.. Ionic hydration in infinitely dilute solutions.. Effect of the temperature and density for Na+.. Solvation of...»

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Actimel Advertising and Media's

Document abstract : «Nowadays, working on a discipline like advertising is not an easy task to achieve. Advertisers have to be more and more attentive to the competition which is very large, even in the business to business market. They have to do the difference, in a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Introduction and methodology.. Background of the company.. Market Analysis.. Actimel's advertising strategy.. Identifying of target audience.. USP/Positionning.. Articuling a message.. Creating an...»

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Social welfare system in transition: The reform of the pension system

Document abstract : «The transition from a centrally planned economy to a market economy, from communism to democracy, and from unitary to a federal state had extreme consequences for the overall welfare of Russian population: including health services, social...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. General view on welfare.. The former Soviet Union pension system.. The beginning of the reforms.. The contemporary pension system.. The benefits.. The limits and risks.. The way forward.. Conclusion....»

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The battle over leadership in the sport industry: Adidas vs. Nike

Document abstract : «According to public opinion, sport is undoubtedly related to pleasure, relaxation and physical activity. However the reality is in fact poles apart from this simplistic landscape and sport is above all a colossal industry, which represents a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The undeniable benefits of the deal between Adidas and Reebok. . Increase in market power.. The complementary strengths of Adidas and Reebok in different geographic locations.. The genuine motivation of the acquisition.. Stakes...»

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Moulin Rouge and Romeo + Juliette

Document abstract : «Romeo+Juliet and Moulin Rouge are two movies directed by the eccentric Baz Luhrmann. In these love stories, Baz Luhrmann especially stake on the visual and the abundance: the abundance of decorations, the abundance of colourful visuals (Moulin Rouge...»

Synopsis abstract : «A few words about Baz Luhrmann.. Resume of Romeo+Juliet and Moulin Rouge.. Moulin Rouge.. Romeo+Juliet.. When Moulin Rouge takes one inspiration of Romeo+Juliet.. The marginality of the theatricalness in Moulin Rouge and Romeo+Juliet.. The...»

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Roma Housing in the Czech Republic

Document abstract : «The English documentary "Gypsies, tramps and thieves?" realised by Kate Blewett and Bryan Woods in 1999 notably shows a Roma young mother who lives in revolting conditions in a single room shared with twenty-three other Roma. We can see them piled...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The conditions Roma lived in at the beginning of the century.. Concentration of Roma in 'Holobyty'.. Functioning of Holobyty.. Discrimination against Roma.. Extent of effectiveness of international law and organisations.. Czech...»

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Is it conceivable that you might survive the death of your body?

Document abstract : «If somebody thinks thoroughly about life, he will naturally come across the thought of death. We see death as a natural consequence of life. Everyone is not agreeing on the meaning of death though. Some see it as the end of everything, a total...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Identifying people according to their looks.. The case of life after death.. Can we really detach ourselves from our bodies? . Two identical persons living at the same time.. How can someone live without Their body?...»

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Russian and French Economies

Document abstract : «Russia is the biggest country in the world and is ranked 7th for its population with 143 million of inhabitants. The country is today one of the 10th most important economy in the world. In fact, Russia is situated at the 14th world rank concerning...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Economic structure.. Role of the state in the economy.. Social indicators.. Regional disparities.. Commercial partners.. Identifying differences.. French transport infrastructures.. Russian infrastructures.. Transport infrastructure...»

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International relations, theory and practice: the Second Kashmir war

Document abstract : «I will deal in this essay with the Second Kashmir War, which was a war between India and Pakistan in 1965. We will see how we can interpret the causes and the origins of the war, and the way it was ended and solved. I chose to use two different...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The history of war in Kashmir.. The conflict between India and Pakistan.. The Indo-Pakistani war of 1965.. The end of the first war for Kashmir.. The origins of the Indo-Pakistani conflict.. Reasons that lead to the second war for...»

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Poverty in Russia

Document abstract : «Russia is the biggest country in the world and is also today one of the 10th most important economy in the world. In fact, Russia is situated at the 14th world rank concerning its total GDP for 2005 with approximately 763 000 million $, and at the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. General statistics about Russia in 2005.. Russia's social and demographic situation: A declining and aging population, with low life expectancy.. Ages pyramid in Russia, 2000.. Mortality rate and birth rate.. The influence of...»

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The role of the European Union in the democratisation of Central and Eastern Europe

Document abstract : «In the concept of « consolidation of democracy », two aspects can lead to misunderstanding. Firstly, one can interrogate on the direction towards which such a consolidation is supposed to tend, as the word « consolidation » implies that democracy...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The concept of 'consolidation of democracy'.. The qualitative and quantitative aspects of democracy.. The consolidation of democracy, a question of democratic survival?. The proposition by Andreas Schedler.. Appropriate criteria for a...»

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