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The article focuses on the different methods to improve the energy policy in the U.S. Too much emphasis on climate change, ultra-green technologies, and renewable portfolio policies have been viewed barriers to energy progress. The policies on national security and environmental legislation must be improved in order to generate savings on energy.

The article presents an analysis regarding the information operations (IO) in the U.S. Army. It examines its core capabilities in the psychological operations, the electronic warfare, and computer network operations. It concludes that the Army must ensure its IO officers have the skills and assets necessary to provide commanders with an in-depth understanding of cultural and societal factors within any given environment.

The American Physical Society regularly produces reports on issues of public import that require technical understanding and for which an objective and authoritative analysis would be of particular use to the public and policy makers. This report, entitled Energy Future: Think Efficiency, is the latest in the series and appears here as a special supplement issue of Reviews of Modern Physics, as have other such reports. It is hard to imagine a more timely study topic, given the urgent environmental, geopolitical, and economic incentives for improving energy efficiency at this juncture. Energy Future: Think Efficiency provides a valuable and broadly applicable guide to effective approaches, many of which employ existing technologies and, surprisingly, need not be difficult or expensive. In order to have the most immediate impact, an earlier version of Energy Future: Think Efficiency was issued at a press release in Washington, D.C. in September of 2008 in hard copy and online. Prior to its release a distinguished review panel examined the report and its conclusions. Thus the study has been rigorously refereed although this was outside of the usual review process employed by RMP. Except for adjustments in pagination, this version is unchanged from the earlier version. The report introduction contains full information on the study personnel, review panel members, and other acknowledgments, so these are not repeated here. What is repeated is an expression of deep appreciation to all those involved in the preparation of a revelatory report on a topic of critical importance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article provides information concerning the impact of administrative unions on the way colleagues work together in the U.S. To shrink class sizes in Haverhill, Massachusetts Public Schools, The author infers that the members of the Haverhill Public School Committee have been pushing the four curriculum supervisors of the district to teach math, English, science, and social studies classes in grades 6-12. INSET: In Massachusetts, Education Reform Act Taken to Task.

The article focuses on Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) and discusses its relevance as a framework to be used in building an ERM initiative. The article chronicles the public perception of the COSO ERM, including industry criticism, the fear of a new regulation requiring a system like COSO ERM, and the danger of ignoring the debate about its effectiveness. Other methods of enterprise risk management are addressed.

The article discusses the outlook for enforcing international accounting standards (IAS). The United States Securities and Exchange Commission is focused on developing a global infrastructure based on consistency, transparency, and enforcement. The Committee of European Securities Regulators was created as an enforcement mechanism by the European Commission in 2001. IAS are supported by the International Organization of Securities Commissions, World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and United Nations. Another issue is who will pay for the regulatory framework. INSET: Empowering IFRIC.

Discusses the effects of river development on ecology in the U.S. List of proposed river projects that may lead to ecological damage; Details of ecosystem service allocations; Challenges faced by policymakers in developing policies for river management; Information on the 1998 National Water Act.

In this article the author examines the problems encountered in advocating a rules-based system in the accounting and auditing practices in the U.S. The author suggests that moving to a more principal-based system may be more beneficial for practitioners. He adds that the rule-based system was put in place largely in response to scandals such as Enron and the profession needed to restore the confidence of the public. He discusses the efforts that the Financial Accounting Standards Board has made in advocating a move towards a principal-based system. He notes that no matter what system is in effect it comes down to the honesty and integrity of those operating within the system to truly make a difference and change public's perception of the industry.

This article presents the opinion of five financial experts on how to strengthen the role of audit committees. The experts include Dennis Beresfod, Barbara Franklin, Roderick M. Hills, Diane C. Harris and John O. Whitney. The author saugh their opinions due on the subject due to the economic scandals involving companies such as Enron Crop. The author notes some common themes were brought up by all of the members such as the role of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in the process.

This article explores some the issues concerning the nature of accounting standards and ethics. The author examines how companies are allocating money for internal accounting and auditing along with some of the conflicts that have arisen regarding the role of internal auditor. The author also discusses what effect the certification of financial reports by the U.S. Security and Exchange Commission will have on companies. These measures are designed to promote more ethical accounting practices.

This article focuses on the efforts of the International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC) to develop and implement global accounting standards. A description of the challenges that the IASC has to overcome before implementing a universal accounting standard is presented. The benefits of having such a system in place are examined and the role the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is playing in the process is discussed.

Explains how the United States labor market has impacted the Federal Reserve's outlook on inflation. Why high employment rates and high consumer spending lead to inflation; English language as the reason for skilled labor seeking employment in US; International upset over skilled labor emigration.

Presents excerpts of testimonials of administrators of California public colleges and universities regarding the allegations of race, ethnic or sex-based favoritism in California schools. Faculty and staff diversity program of California Community College; Omission of Asian students in the ethnic population; Equalization of students grade distribution according to race or handicap by the year 2000.

Visits the ski resort at Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire to tap into the memories of its past. Cannon as the home of the first ski trail and first ski school in North America and first aerial tram; Bobby Ball, Paul Valar and other veteran Cannonites; Its meteorological reputation; Profile, the Cannon almost no one knows; How Cannon has survived competition; More. INSET: Cannon Mountain, N.H..

The article reports on the incorporation of international financial reporting standards on accounting curriculum of business schools in the U.S. It is noted that business schools must ensure students develop the skills for critical thinking in addition to teaching them core auditing and accounting functions. Fernando Peñalva of the IESE Business School asserted that the school put emphasis on the ethical implications of accounting reporting.

Focuses on the Elementary Accelerated Mentor Program for the Unidentified Reading Objects (URO) children which was created by the North Hills School District in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Features of the program; Why the URO are in need of special services; How the program works; Instructional approaches which were considered for the program. INSETS: James;Audrey;Brian;Jenny

The article focuses on the views of the author on issues related to the success of the organization Hamas in the recent Palestinian elections. The victory of Hamas, which has sent tremors throughout the Middle East, is also opening cracks in an edifice of American politics: the alliance between U.S. President George W. Bush's administration and staunch supporters of Israel. Since Hamas was thrust into control of the Palestinian legislature in balloting last month, pro-Israel groups in the U.S. have openly questioned the administration's decision to push for an on-time vote despite fears that Hamas would make a strong showing.

Reports on the impact and influence of computers on children in the U.S. Pros and cons of computer use for children; Report from the "Children, Families and the Internet" study by Grunwald Associates; Significance of the Internet for school activities. INSET: Internet Rules for Kids.

Reviews the online service Soc.culture.asian.american, found on Usenet.

Reviews `The Nashville Exchange BBS' computer bulletin board in Nashvile Tennessee.

Reviews the `Aquila BBS' computer bulletin board in Chicago, Illinois.

Reviews `Carnegie-Mellon University's English Server,' an information site on the Internet.

Examines how the Internet was used as a news source and public forum following the Oklahoma City bombing. How the Internet allows interactivity, not just one-way communication; How a World Wide Web page devoted to the tragedy was set up within hours; Quality of the news and information disseminated over the Internet; The Internet as soapbox; The Internet as a source of community and solace; The linking of the militia movement with the Internet.

Features the Astronomical Society of the Pacific's Project ASTRO. How it had engaged students, teachers, astronomers and communities in California in astronomy education; History; Hands-on approach to teaching astronomy.

Focuses on the bill vetoed by California governor Pete Wilson which ban face-to-face interviews with prisoners. Several arguments raised by the California Department of Corrections defending its ban on interviews; Information on Charles Manson, the high-profile inmate in California; Effect of the ban in determining the difference between infotainment and regular news media.

The article discusses the two key findings of research regarding the May 2013 closure of a U.S. school district due to financial matters. The research found that district-wide enrollment is a core indicator of a district's financial wellbeing, and that student expense/revenue (ER) ratios impact its financial viability independent of enrollment.

The article presents several letters to the editor in response to featured pieces from the February 22, 2012 issue, including "Reasonable exception," discussing contraceptive policy and the Catholic Church, and the review of the book "A Public Faith," by Sam Wells.

The article features greetings from board members Laura Sanborn Kuhlam and Susan Ritcher of the American Recorder Society (ARS) in the U.S. Kuhlam recalls her experience as a member and part of the board of the ARS in which she was able to meet and work with different people who have made a significant contributions in the industry. Meanwhile, Ritcher expresses her gladness for being a part of the ARS' board of directors since it gave her the opportunity to learn things about leadership.

The article offers information on U.S. singer David Vandervelde. On his debut album "The Moonstation House Band," Vandervelde thanks Jay Bennett for allowing him to record his songs at Bennett's playhouse Pieholden Studios in Chicago, Illinois. Vandervelde's songs harken back to rock & roll's glam & glory days. While Moonstation House Band at times channels Bowie and Bolan in its sexed-up vamp and pixiedust passages, the songs remain postmodern in attitude and lyric.

Focuses on Jose Manual Lopez, a Native Mexican who is among four students nationwide that "District Administration" is tracking to consider if and how the No Child Left Behind act is helping some students. Favorite fall activity; Favorite subject; Role model.

Discusses the Southeast Center for Teacher Quality's report "Unfulfilled Promise: Ensuring High Quality Teachers for Our Nation's Students". Claim that the federal law is forcing Southeastern states to lower the bar for teacher qualifications; Qualification requirements for teachers under the No Child Left Behind Act; Problems facing urban and rural districts to compete in the teacher labor market.

Focuses on the State Educational Technology Directors Association's toolkit of tips and strategies to help U.S. states implement the No Child Left Behind law through technology. Benefits to school superintendents; Details on ways of leveraging resources due to financial constraints.

Discusses the article "A Revitalized National S&T Policy," published in the spring 2004 issue of "Issues in Science & Technology," which focused on the federal funding for science & technology (S & T) in the U.S. Suggestion for the congressional budget committees look at the entirety of the federal research budget; Emphasis of the de facto S & T policy of the government; Reason for recommending the increase in the number of deputies at the President's Office of Science and Technology Policy.

Reports on the health and social services offered by public schools in the U.S. aimed at improving the academic performance of students. Adoption of community schooling by public schools in Cincinnati; Efforts of the schools to provide students with additional learning opportunities with cultural and arts programming; Connection between students' academic achievement and overall health and well-being.

Reports on the Illinois State Board of Education's evaluation of the Chicago Public Schools system. Weak grades given by the board for fiscal management and special education; Alleged misspending of funds earmarked for poor students; Purported failure to educate disabled students in the least restrictive environment possible as mandated by federal law.

Reports on the elimination of some foreign language programs in U.S. public schools due to the No Child Left Behind act. Emphasis on reading and math subjects identified as the reason for scaling back of foreign language programs; Discovery that children who learn foreign languages have higher scores in the English vocabulary, according to Nancy Rhodes, director of foreign language education at the Center for Applied Linguistics; Defense of Maria Hernandez Ferrier regarding the policy.

Delves into the issue of whether or not prospective teachers should learn how to teach or be trained in what they will teach in U.S. schools. Launch of a master's degree program for honing the expertise of prospective teachers in the subjects they will eventually teach; Advantages of thorough education of teachers; Identification of the key component of the program.

Reports on the rising stress problems of teachers in the U.S. Pressure on teachers to improve student performance with standardized tests; Causes and sources of stress.

Reports on the debate on the proposed creation of a voucher program in the Washington, D.C. school district. President George W. Bush's support for vouchers; Impact of a voucher program in Washington, D.C. on other school districts; Lobbying efforts by voucher supporters; Information on the Milwaukee voucher program in Wisconsin.

Features U.S. actor Jeremy Piven.

Reviews two drama films in the U.S. as of September 2001.

Looks back on the Woodstock music festival held in August 1994 in New York.

Features Mack Holman, a bronze sculptor from Drain, Oregon. Historical background of bronze work as an art form; Career background of Holman; Information on Advanced Sculpture I, a sculpture class Holman teaches at Southwestern Oregon Community College.

Provides inforamtion on the 1998 Ideal Enterprises competition in Texas.

Presents news briefs concerning the motion picture industry in the United States which include film funds, character costumes and sequels as of August 1999.

Presents information on the National Video Week in Los Angeles, California for video retailers and distributors. Attendance at the conference; Number of exhibitors; Complaints of independent distributors and retailers about revenue sharing.

Announces `Puppetry At The Public,' the first puppet festival ever produced in New York, will be held at the New York Shakespeare Festival's Public Theatre in September. The 11-day festival was the brainchild of the late Muppet creator Jim Henson, and will feature performances by 13 puppet companies from North and South America, Asia and Europe. Individual artists who will perform; Exhibition at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center.

Comments on Pat Aufderheide's article in 'The Progressive,' which dealt with U.S. non-fiction television and the program fund of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Reviews the online service Asian-American Board, found on America Online: Keyword.

Reviews the `ProStar Plus BBS' computer bulletin board in Seattle, Washington.