All categories - 15 August 2007

I'd like to find the main talking points on the Iraq oil law, such as
pros and cons?
What the average Iraqi stand to benefit from it?

Here's what I already know from reading the law;
It distributes oil revenue evenly based off a populations scale
It opens two thirds of the Iraqi oil market up to foriegn investors, which was unheard of in Saddams time, but I fail to see how it benefits the Iraqi people over a state-owned oil system, why not follow the successful business model of Kuwait.

Also, when will the Iraqi Counsel of Representatives will vote on it?

"The Iraqi Oil Law" link
http://www.krg.org/uploads/documents/Draft%20Iraq%20Oil%20and%20Gas%20Law%20English__2007_03_10_h23m31s47.pdf

I also asked this question in politics, but you know what they say about asking questions about politics, getting an answer is like panning for gold dust in a shallow river of dung

2007-08-15 09:26:36 · 3 answers · asked by Jon 4 in Military

2007-08-15 09:26:28 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dublin

2007-08-15 09:26:17 · 45 answers · asked by ... 4 in Psychology

Please tell me what you know about my symptoms so I can wait it out until I have insurance.

Always constipated-when I go it is like one little drop.
Bloated?-my stomach always looks like I'm about 5 months pregnant or so...and I'm not! I feel lots of gas in there and pass a lot of gas too.
Little things come out of my mouth and in stool- they are not worms or parasites b/c I was able to go to the dr in Mexico but wasn't there long enough to run more tests. They are little whitish,smelly, soft, smaller than a grain of rice, get hard and tan when they dry out. They come out of my mouth used to be several times a week and now only every other week or so. They are also in my stool. Dr. said it was a chronic infection...but that's all I know
When I can do #2 I need to go all of the sudden and it feels that in 1 day I get rid off all of the waste from the week or 2 before. Has mucous a lot. 2 times had blood. Symptoms do lessen when I eat good, with lots of fiber, and exercize

2007-08-15 09:26:09 · 2 answers · asked by hambone1985 3 in Other - Diseases

How long do you have to stay in France to become a citizen?

2007-08-15 09:26:09 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Immigration

I am investing in the stock market for the 1st time. I am playing with $1000 and see where it takes me. Will my credit score drop if scottrade.com checks my credit history? I am trying to buy a house for the first time in the next 60 days. Thanks

2007-08-15 09:26:07 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Credit

It's my friend's birthday next week, and he's going to college soon.

2007-08-15 09:26:03 · 13 answers · asked by PA 1 in Etiquette

OK i am an american pitbull owner and I take him every where! I think its good experiance for him to get out and meet new people,also for us to bond. The other day I taken him to the laundry mat with me I usually have him outside we play frizbie or ball. To kill time while wash is washing. It was too hot so i took him inside. People were afriad of him as usual so i took him back outside.This lady comes up to me and says you are just waiting for a law suit. you dont know what he is thinking he could bite anyone. my dog is around alot of people and dogs he will not bite anyone. plus Im there. Why do people have such a attitude when it come to the pitbulls. Like its every single pitbull thats mean. It makes me so mad!

2007-08-15 09:26:01 · 27 answers · asked by pebblesqt 3 in Dogs

I live in the US, and everytime I travel abroad, I'm advised not to drink the water where I plan to visit, even that of countries that are clearly industrialized. I wanted to know if the same attitude exists when foreigners travel to the US.

2007-08-15 09:25:54 · 4 answers · asked by anonymous 3 in Health & Safety

2007-08-15 09:25:49 · 12 answers · asked by aabm2 2 in Renting & Real Estate

2007-08-15 09:25:46 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

Who called such an ignoble effort a "noble experiment"?

2007-08-15 09:25:41 · 6 answers · asked by the_defiant_kulak 5 in Government

My 4 month old was just diagnosed with CP. I want to know how to cope. He is the youngest of 6 and I am so overwhelmed. I want to know whet the best therapies and treatments are.

2007-08-15 09:25:41 · 7 answers · asked by princess a 1 in Newborn & Baby

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2007-08-15 09:25:37 · 12 answers · asked by steven n 1 in Baseball

Let's say that a tenant, and a landlord agree to the amount of rent payment. They then sign the 1 yr contract. However, the landlord wants to change the amount on the rent, wanting to increase it. Can the landlord change the terms of the contract, before the 1yr is up? Any sort of help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

2007-08-15 09:25:22 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Law & Ethics

What would you expect woould happen if humans/states tried to ban price rises on the 100 most purchased products while also printing lots of money (computerised bank credit) that pays for a huge tax cut?

Or what if instead our government fixed the problem of high property prices by effectively banning all from owning more than one property?

2007-08-15 09:25:16 · 9 answers · asked by Wise Kai 3 in Economics

The well-known Kurdish specialty phyllo dough wrapped cardamom-heavy perdaplow is filled with chicken, rice, almonds and golden raisins. Stuffing Preparation - Boil the whole chicken covered with water for 30 minutes. Remove from water and set aside to cool. In a food processor or blender, blend the onion and garlic into a paste, and add salt and pepper. Cook the onion-garlic mixture over medium heat until dry. While the onions cook, de-bone the chicken and shred the meat, then add it to the onion mixture. Add cardamom, rice, almonds, raisins, and egg. Combine thoroughly. 1 whole chicken or equal amount of dices beef, 2 medium onions, 3 cloves garlic (optional?), 1/2 TBS cardamom, 4 cups cooked rice, 1 cup roasted almond (chopped), 1 large egg (also optional?), 1/2 cup golden raisins, salt and pepper to taste - read somewhere that Yale students put a rasberry-yogurt sauce on it. Like to hear more...

2007-08-15 09:25:12 · 1 answers · asked by b4f2f 2 in Cooking & Recipes

Do you know a person name Amer Kaaki? Please tell us his email address or his contact information. Please!! Thanks

2007-08-15 09:25:01 · 1 answers · asked by Nouhime 4 in Other - Society & Culture

HELP!!!

2007-08-15 09:24:58 · 3 answers · asked by Penny D 2 in Las Vegas

Could someone recommend me some good horror movies? But like realy scary ones?
Thanks :)

2007-08-15 09:23:56 · 40 answers · asked by kiki 3 in Movies

My cat is friendly, and not scard of new invironments. He's funny, and sweet. He's playful and fun to watch. Also, he has six finginers on his front paws. Please help with a fun and unique name

2007-08-15 09:23:52 · 30 answers · asked by kelly s 1 in Cats

I just saw pictures this morning of Muslims protesting in England with signs that read "Europe, your 911 is on its way" and "prepare for the real holocaust" and "slay those who insult Islam". And this was supposed to ba a "Religion of Peace Demonstration". I'm sorry, there is nothing peaceful about those signs they were all holding up.

Here is a link where you can see the pics: http://www.snopes.com/photos/politics/muslimprotest.asp

2007-08-15 09:23:50 · 29 answers · asked by ☆Zestee☆ 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I had a temporary filling put in on the 2nd of this month, and now its getting very painful. I went to a student dentist (I had no choice, we have no dental insurance) I have seen an endodontist and he told me that the student overshot and went to my nerve. So, a root canal is imminent at this point (luckily he's a family friend, doing it for free) He told me it would be an emergency if its painful, and that I need to call immediately if it is.

But, heres the catch: I have to take three Regents Exams tomorrow. My mother won't call him unless I come to her with filling in hand. (even then I don't know if she would) What do I do?

2007-08-15 09:23:46 · 6 answers · asked by Ana Makes Art. 3 in Dental

2007-08-15 09:23:36 · 26 answers · asked by Dovey 7 in Polls & Surveys

2007-08-15 09:23:33 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

Will Russia go from broke to rich in just a few years?
Will we attack Russia and say it dosent belong to them?
Can George W. **** up anything else?
(yes he can, i know).

2007-08-15 09:23:15 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Current Events

Okay i have the most disgusting knees ever! there buldgy on the sides! im only fifteen! is it cellulite? if so can i get rid of it? can i get rid of it anyway lmao anyone help i thinck without this problem i would love my legs! because they've slimmed loads, and i would love to expose them more! atm i allways were jeans i hate it x

2007-08-15 09:23:14 · 12 answers · asked by [♥x_Zoeey_x♥] 1 in Other - Skin & Body

I live in Virginia. My employer is downsizing and 8-31 will be my last day. I am getting severance pay but I was wondering will it affect my unemployment? Someone told me that if I wait to file for unemployment a full week after I get the severance pay that it will not affect it, is this true?

2007-08-15 09:23:07 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in United States

thinking about getting a straight hair weave again and want to know about any styling options....except curls......

2007-08-15 09:22:52 · 2 answers · asked by Whitney R 3 in Hair