Another day goes by.
Yes, another precious day that we have passed.
Have you got a minute or even half a minute to contemplate?
If you haven’t, attempt to do so.
It will at least give yourself a time-out, which is very crucial.
Just a minute from 1440 minutes in a day!
Another day goes by.
No matter how boring we are with our routines, we have to be grateful as we can still take in air and of course read this line. Don’t you think?
What have I heard today?
My friend has just undergone a breast surgery. She blatantly shares her strain though I haven’t known her long. I am thankful that I am not a type of indifferent person; I can notice her trepidation from her eyesight.
What have I gone through today?
A student has conveyed his criticism about his teacher who does not teach much throughout the semester, thus he has to struggle for his exam revision.
Whom have I talked to today?
A very close friend who has just become a grandma shares her happiness with me. She is currently more engaged with grandma roles instead of doing her day-to-day routine as a shop owner.
What have I accomplished today?
I can finish my housework without grumbling. Why do I consider this as achievement? Just imagine how your house looks like if none of the family members want to do the housework.
Do take a minute to contemplate each day. You will then be aware you have undergone a lot for that day. No matter what, be thankful to Him and look forward to welcoming the day ahead.
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Australian Top Universities in Year 2010
Australia still has three universities-Australian National University, University of Sydney and University of Melbourne-in the world top 100 universities based on The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE).
Nevertheless, each institution has distinctively ranked each university since different institutions have applied distinct indicators to rank the top universities across the globe. The difference can sometimes be in great significance. While ARWU ranks Australian National University 59, QS and THE put Australian National University on 20 and 43 respectively. University of Sydney is also positioned differently. ARWU lists University of Sydney in rank 92 whereas QS and THE have put it in 37 and 71 subsequently.
Below is the table of Australian Top Universities in 2010:
Nevertheless, each institution has distinctively ranked each university since different institutions have applied distinct indicators to rank the top universities across the globe. The difference can sometimes be in great significance. While ARWU ranks Australian National University 59, QS and THE put Australian National University on 20 and 43 respectively. University of Sydney is also positioned differently. ARWU lists University of Sydney in rank 92 whereas QS and THE have put it in 37 and 71 subsequently.
Below is the table of Australian Top Universities in 2010:
20 Top Universities in 2010
Below are the 20 top universities in year 2010 based on ARWU, QS and THE:
Top Universities in the World in 2010
ARWU vs QS vs THE
The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE) are regarded to be the three most influential and widely observed international university rankings. The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), commonly known as the Shanghai ranking, is a publication that was founded and compiled by the Shanghai Jiaotong University, whereas Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) is a company which focuses in education and overseas study. It was set up in 1990 by Wharton School MBA graduate Nunzio Quacquarelli. QS has issued the World University Rankings since 2004, in cooperation Times Higher Education. However, after the 2009 rankings, Times Higher Education (THE) took the decision to break from QS and cooperated with Thomson Reuters to provide the data for its annual World University Rankings.
20 Top Universities in the World in Year 2010
In 2010, Harvard University sits at number one followed by University of California, Berkeley based on The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). Meanwhile, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) ranks University of Cambridge as the first position followed by Harvard University whereas Times Higher Education (THE) lists Harvard University in the first place succeeded by California Institute of Technology.
Of the top twenty universities, ARWU has positioned seventeen American universities, two British universities and one Asian university. QS has listed thirteen American universities, five British universities, one Swiss and one Australian university whereas THE has ranked fifteen American universities, three British universities, one Swiss and one Canadian university. Year 2010 top universities are still dominated by US, conclusively.
The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE) are regarded to be the three most influential and widely observed international university rankings. The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), commonly known as the Shanghai ranking, is a publication that was founded and compiled by the Shanghai Jiaotong University, whereas Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) is a company which focuses in education and overseas study. It was set up in 1990 by Wharton School MBA graduate Nunzio Quacquarelli. QS has issued the World University Rankings since 2004, in cooperation Times Higher Education. However, after the 2009 rankings, Times Higher Education (THE) took the decision to break from QS and cooperated with Thomson Reuters to provide the data for its annual World University Rankings.
20 Top Universities in the World in Year 2010
In 2010, Harvard University sits at number one followed by University of California, Berkeley based on The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). Meanwhile, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) ranks University of Cambridge as the first position followed by Harvard University whereas Times Higher Education (THE) lists Harvard University in the first place succeeded by California Institute of Technology.
Of the top twenty universities, ARWU has positioned seventeen American universities, two British universities and one Asian university. QS has listed thirteen American universities, five British universities, one Swiss and one Australian university whereas THE has ranked fifteen American universities, three British universities, one Swiss and one Canadian university. Year 2010 top universities are still dominated by US, conclusively.
Friday, December 10, 2010
New Point Test for Australian Skilled Migration Visa
Those who are still interested in applying for Australian permanent resident visa through Skilled Migration stream may face new points test. The Australian Government will set the pass mark at 65 points. It is proposed this new point test will be implemented to applications made from 1 July 2011.
The changes require applicants have better English language skills, more extensive skilled work experience, higher level qualifications obtained in Australia and overseas and different age ranges.
Points will no longer be awarded on the basis of an applicant’s occupation, but all applicants must still nominate an occupation on the applicable Skilled Occupation List.
To know further about the information on this, find on the following Australian Immigration Websites:
http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/general-skilled-migration/pdf/points-testfaq.pdf
The changes require applicants have better English language skills, more extensive skilled work experience, higher level qualifications obtained in Australia and overseas and different age ranges.
Points will no longer be awarded on the basis of an applicant’s occupation, but all applicants must still nominate an occupation on the applicable Skilled Occupation List.
To know further about the information on this, find on the following Australian Immigration Websites:
http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/general-skilled-migration/pdf/points-testfaq.pdf
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Melbourne stays no. 3 for liveability
Melbourne remains the third most liveable city in the world, according to the latest rankings by the Economist Intelligence Unit.
Ranking 140 global cities on 30 criteria covering stability, healthcare, culture, environment, education and infrastructure, the think tank of The Economist magazine gives Melbourne a score of 97.5 out of a possible 100.
Vancouver and Vienna remain no.1 and no.2, scoring 98.0 and 97.9 respectively.
Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, was rated the most unliveable city in the survey, with a total score of just 37.5. Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh, tied with Algiers as the second worst, followed by Port Moresby.
The EIU highlighted the poor scores of cities hosting upcoming sporting events. Johannesburg, home of the 2010 soccer World Cup, ranked just equal 92nd with a score of 69.1 - the same as Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, the main hosts for the 2014 World Cup. New Delhi, host of this year's Commonwealth Games, ranked 113th with a score of 58.6.
Top 8 cities
1. Vancouver
2. Vienna
3. Melbourne
4. Toronto
5. Calgary
6. Helsinki
7. Sydney
8. Perth and Adelaide
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