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July 31 - Economics
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The Dismal Scientist: An Economic Information and Economic Analysis Site
This site provides economic information for the non-economist. Articles on current issues, economic indicators with not only the current data, but also explanations to aid understanding of the concepts, economic data by region and industry within the United States, international data, forecasts, and more. Be sure to check out the Toolkit with its dictionary, economic calendar, and calculators.
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July 31 - Space
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Space Life Sciences Data Archive
Have you ever been curious about the space flight experiments funded by NASA? Search the archive, browse through the missions overview, or view the digital images library. There is a 2000 word glossary and a list of acronyms as well.
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July 30 - Cartoon Companion
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Warner Brothers Cartoon Companion
For some translators, cartoons can be serious stuff - understanding a subtle reference could make all the difference; for others, here is a fun site to kick back and enjoy on a Friday. "This series of capsule definitions constitutes an encyclopedia of references to be found in the classic Warner Brothers cartoons." Still makes me laugh;-
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July 30 - Linux Humor
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Humorix
It seems like liberated translators are always talking about Linux; no MS or Macs for them. Here is another side of Linux; "Humorix shows the lighter side of Linux, the open source operating system everyone and their brother are talking about. Jokes and fake news about Slashdot, Microsoft, and Tux Penguin are thrown in for good measure." Enjoy;-
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July 30 - Language
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Jennifer's Language Page
If you were ever curious about how to say "Hello" in 400 languages, or "Goodby" in 250 languages, this is the site to visit. There are several other lists of common expressions in various languages, as well as links to similar pages. Perhaps you could add your own expertise?
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July 29 - Environment
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European Environmental Law Homepage
The site provides "full text cases, legislation and other materials related to European Environmental Law." Links to EU legislation, regulations, and even national legislation. Dossiers cover major topics such as eco-labeling, agenda 21, sustainable cities - topics that have crossed my desk more than once. An excellent environmental site with an emphasis on the legal side.
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July 29 - Travel Info
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Help for World Travelers
Translators have a habit of traveling - going home, or on business, and the question often comes up - what do I need for my laptop? Learn what type of phone and electric plugs you will need to make everything work when you arrive. Extremely useful if you plan to cross any borders in the near future.
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July 29 - Translation
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Japanese Translation
Information aimed at the Japanese translator. The discussion about getting started as a translator is interesting to anyone entering the profession. Links to the archive for Honyaku, the mailing list for Japanese translators, as well as other useful links for Japanese-English translation.
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July 28 - Style Guide
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The Economist Style Guide
Once told that this belonged on the shelf of every financial translator, I recently tucked this in between the "Chicago Manual of Style" and Fowler - only to find that now I can add it to my bookmarks, if in a somewhat abbreviated version. Always of interest is the section dealing with "Americanisms" - now included on my own What Flavo(u)r English page as well.
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July 28 - Translation
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Webb's World Translation Resources
Translator Lynn Webb has assembled yet another excellent collection of resources. In addition to the usual glossaries and dictionaries, she also provides links to international magazines and radio stations, as well as universities offering degrees in translation and computational linguistics.
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July 27 - Managed Care
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Managed Care: The Issue
Anyone translating about medicine in the US today should know about managed care. This article presents several aspects of the issue, including the history and the political implications. The site is run by the Center for Responsive Politics, which is a "non-partisan, non-profit research group based in Washington, D.C. that tracks money in politics, and its effect on elections and public policy."
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July 27 - Translation
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InfoMarex
With its interface translated into six languages, this meeting place for translators and clients features a panel of translators, as well as an excellent collection of glossaries and language-related links.
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July 26 - Environment
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CEE Regional Environmental Center (REC)
The REC for Central and Eastern Europe provides the latest in environmental news for that region. Don't miss the list of treaties and conventions, listed by topic. Search in databases for government agencies for environmental issues, NGOs, grant project summaries, governmental organizations, and more. Interesting to follow developments in this part of the world!
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July 26 - Medical
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CMA Clinical Practice Guidelines Infobase
These guidelines were "produced or endorsed in Canada by a national, provincial or territorial medical or health organization, professional society, government agency or expert panel." Check by category, title, or developer. Also available in French, of course.
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July 26 - Translation
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Translation Point
Jussara Simoes' site provides resources aimed at Portuguese translators, including a listing of books, dictionaries, tools, and links. Comprehensive.
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July 25 - Espresso
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The Espresso Index
Feeling just a teeny bit homesick for Seattle and its coffee culture, here is a site with all you ever wanted to know about espresso. Be sure to check out the terminology page, or try Grab a Latte, a guide to ordering espresso in Seattle.
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July 25 - Religion
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Finding God in Cyberspace
A selective guide to religious studies resources on the Web for scholars, it includes the best gateways for topics including Academic Disciplines, Religious Traditions, and Religion in Cyberspace.
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July 25 - Feminism
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Feminist Theory Website
A topic not only of translation, but also discussion, for translators, the goals of this site aimed at activist and scholar alike are "to encourage a wide range of research into feminist theory, and 2) to encourage dialogue between women (and men) from different countries around the world." The site features interfaces in English, Spanish, and French, and is divided into fields within feminist theory, national / ethnic feminisms, and individual feminists. Impressive.
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July 24 - Fads
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Bad Fad Museum
Understanding American fads is often a problem for translators working with TV and movies; here is a 'museum' of fads related to fashion, collectibles, activities, and events. If you have ever wondered aout leisure suits, panty raids, kewpie dolls, or hacky sacks - this is the place to visit.
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