Archive for September, 2011

Implementation Regulations For the Labor Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China – A Summary

I. Introduction

On January 1, 2008, the Labor Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China (LCL) became effective, resulting in widespread changes in labor policy for all companies and other affected organizations. As is the case with legislating in China, many details were left for resolution in implementing regulations, which, in this case, the Implementation Regulations for the Labor Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China (Implementation Regulations) were issued for comment in May, and then promulgated and effective (in modified form) on September 18, 2008.

a. Scope of Application: Applicability to Partnerships and Foundations

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Labor Day Travel Tips

It’s hard to believe that we’re already in August! That means the summer is winding down and Labor Day, which lands on Monday, September 7 this year, is right around the corner. Over the past few weeks, we’ve highlighted properties in four stunning destinations – San Francisco, New York, Las Vegas and Chicago – where you can snag great Labor Day deals and make the most of your vacation with friends and family. In fact, feel free to visit our Labor Day Hotel Deals page, where you can choose great Labor Day deals in these cities and many more.

I’ll be heading to Chicago this year. My kids have been dying to check out Six Flags Great America and Amazing Chicago’s Funhouse Maze. Whether you’re planning to hit the Big Apple with your partner, ride bikes with your kids along the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, or head to Las Vegas to try your hand at roulette in one of its famed casinos, Labor Day weekend is a great time to squeeze in one last summer getaway.

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Where Can An Arts Degree Program Take You?

If you’re considering college or university studies in the visual, performing or literary arts, you’re likely to have a choice of a bachelor of arts degree or a bachelor of fine arts degree. The difference is in the types of courses you might be required to take. For example, a bachelor of arts might involve more liberal arts courses, where a bachelor of fine arts involves more visual arts courses.

The liberal arts courses associated with an arts degree bachelor can include more general subject areas. Some of these subjects include history, math, science, literature, sociology and more. A bachelor of fine arts might require that students take several liberal arts courses that are specifically in art-related subjects. One of these courses might be art history, for instance.

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