Tax shelter — Tax shelters are any method of reducing taxable income resulting in a reduction of the payments to tax collecting entities, including state and federal governments. The methodology can vary depending on local and international tax laws.In North… … Wikipedia
literature — /lit euhr euh cheuhr, choor , li treuh /, n. 1. writings in which expression and form, in connection with ideas of permanent and universal interest, are characteristic or essential features, as poetry, novels, history, biography, and essays. 2.… … Universalium
Europe, history of — Introduction history of European peoples and cultures from prehistoric times to the present. Europe is a more ambiguous term than most geographic expressions. Its etymology is doubtful, as is the physical extent of the area it designates.… … Universalium
Pet skunk — A domesticated skunk A pet skunk is a skunk kept by humans for companionship and enjoyment. Although capable of living indoors with humans similarly to dogs or cats, pet skunks are relatively rare, partly due to restrictive laws and the… … Wikipedia
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Humane Society of the United States — Founder(s) Fred Myers, Helen Jones, Larry Andrews, Marcia Glaser Founded 1954 (as National Humane Society) Location Washington, D.C Key people Wayne Pacelle … Wikipedia
garden and landscape design — Introduction the development and decorative planting of gardens, yards, grounds, parks, and other types of areas. Gardening and landscape design is used to enhance the settings for buildings and public areas and in recreational areas and… … Universalium
Clifton report — The term The Clifton Report is commonly used to refer to a number of different reports published by Animal People, Inc., an international animal welfare newspaper based on Whidbey Island, Washington. The reports are eponymously named after the… … Wikipedia
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Monterey County, California — The SPCA of Monterey County is a non profit organization that has served the Monterey County area for over one hundred years. Since its establishment in 1905 the organization has provided shelter for abandoned, stray and orphaned animals, medical … Wikipedia
Biological pest control — Biological control of pests in agriculture is a method of controlling pests (including insects, mites, weeds and plant diseases) that relies on predation, parasitism, herbivory, or other natural mechanisms. It can be an important component of… … Wikipedia
West Virginia Prehistory — The area now known as West Virginia was a favorite hunting ground of numerous Native American peoples before the arrival of European settlers. Many ancient man made earthen mounds from various mound builder cultures survive, especially in the… … Wikipedia