Soaps are derivatives of fatty acids and have traditionally been made from triglycerides, oils and fats. The earliest record of soap manufacturing was 200 BC in ancient Babylon. Soaps are used for washing, bathing, cleaning, and lubricating greases. The core ingredient of soaps includes tallow (which is rendered beef fat), palm…
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Capital city: Oranjestad Currency: Aruban florin (AWG) Population: 104,822 Language: Dutch GDP: …
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Objectives: Tom Roberts owns and drives his own truck making contract freight deliveries around Perth five days per week. When Tom visited his Balcatta, WA accountant he said he was concerned about the financial viability of his business and worried about protecting the family home if the business failed. Facts: $120,000 gross…
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Average weekly pay: $1,850 Employment size: 67,300 Future growth: Very Strong Skill level Bachelor Degree or Higher A…
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A trust is a fiduciary relationship in which one party, known as a trustor (or settlor), gives another party, the trustee, the right to hold title to property or assets for the benefit of a third party – the beneficiary. Trusts are governed by the terms under which they are created and are usually…
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In 2006 the United States legislated the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act which criminalised the operations of offshore gambling operators which take wagers from American-based gamblers. This was a violation of the GATS treaty obligations enforced by the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and allowed Antigua to retaliate and disregard intellectual property obligations to the US.…
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Language training courses designed to teach English or explain Australian citizenship and lifestyle to a person who is, or intends to become, an immigrant of Australia are tax deductible to the employer and FBT exempt. The travel costs incurred are also exempt. To qualify for the exemption the following conditions must be satisfied: The benefit…
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Average weekly pay: $1,080 Employment size: 22,500 Future growth: Moderate Skill level Certificate II or III Travel agents assist…
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A pension fund (also known as a retirement fund or superannuation fund) is any plan, fund, or scheme which provides retirement income. The Romans started the first pension scheme in 13 B.C. when Roman Emperor Augustus began paying pensions to Roman Legionnaires who had served 20 years. These armed forces pensions were financed at first…
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Capital city: The Valley Currency: East Caribbean dollar (XCD) Population: 14,764 Language: English GDP: …
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