We evolved middle age because we have always lived more complex lives than other animals - in the ways we acquire resources, socially and technologically.

BBC: Viewpoint: Just what is middle age?

Their implementation is not proving easy, and typically involves schools working with local colleges to acquire the necessary resources and expertise.

BBC: NEWS | UK | Education | Q&A: Exam changes

However, this assumes the fiduciaries have the freedom to access those resources to acquire qualified independent expert support.

FORBES: Another Perspective on the Shifting 401(k) Landscape: David Witz of Fiduciary Risk Assessment LLC (March 20,2008)

If Alpha Natural Resources were to acquire Massey, this could lead to synergies making the combined entity more competitive going forward.

FORBES: Somebody Will End Up Overpaying For Massey Energy

As Chinese companies continue to move outward and, in addition to securing natural resources and infrastructure projects, acquire distribution networks, IP, and yes, even manufacturing facilities, their ability to draw upon a pool of global talent will be closely watched.

FORBES: China Invests In Foreign Talent

The government has set ambitious targets with few resources to ensure that the country's more than 10m primary- and secondary-school teachers acquire the skills and determination to change the habits of a lifetime.

ECONOMIST: China

This Inter-Ministerial Meeting will embrace a workshop for experts from the English-speaking Caribbean region in order enable participants exchange their views and acquire skills to identify projects to relevant sectors, products and services by promoting the conservation of biological diversity and natural resources.

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