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Academy Awards Best Actor The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) ); two were consecutive nominations (from 1930/31-1931/32) Tom Hanks (5) - with two wins (Philadelphia (1993), Forrest Gump (1994)); two were consecutive nominations (from 1993-1994) Sean Penn (5) - with two wins (Mystic River (2003) and Milk (2008)); nominations were from 1995-2008 The Most Best Actor Nominations: Actors with the highest number of Best Actor acting nominations (in parentheses) include: Spencer Tracy (9) - with two wins Laurence Olivier (9) - with one win (Hamlet (1948)); two were consecutive nominations (from 1939-1940) Jack Nicholson (8) - with two wins Paul Newman (8) - with one win (The Color of Money (1986)); two were consecutive nominations (from 1981-1982) Peter O'Toole (8) - with no wins; two were consecutive nominations (from 1968-1969); nominations from 1962-2006 Marlon Brando (7) - with two wins Dustin Hoffman (7) - with two wins Jack Lemmon (7) - with one win (Save the Tiger (1973)); two were consecutive nominations (from 1959-1960, and from 1979-1980) Paul Muni (6) - with one win (The Story of Louis Pasteur (1936)); three were consecutive nominations (from 1935-1937) Richard Burton (6) - with no wins; three were consecutive nominations (from 1964-1966) Gary Cooper (5) - with two wins Tom Hanks (5) - with two wins Fredric March (5) - with two wins Sean Penn (5) - with two wins Daniel Day-Lewis (5) - with three wins James Stewart (5) - with one win ( Anthony Hopkins (3) - with one win ( The Silence of the Lambs (1991) ); nominations from 1991-1995 Russell Crowe (3) - with one win (Gladiator (2000)); three were consecutive nominations (from 1999-2001) Jeff Bridges (3) - with one win (Crazy Heart (2009)); nominations from 1984-2010 George Clooney (3) - with no wins; nominations from 2007-2011 Consecutive Best Actor-Winning Performers: There are only two actresses (Luise Rainer and Katharine Hepburn) who have received two consecutive Best Actress awards, as there are only two actors who have received two consecutive Best Actor statuette wins: Spencer Tracy (Captains Courageous (1937) and Boys Town (1938)) Tom Hanks (Philadelphia (1993) and Forrest Gump (1994)) [Note: Jason Robards won two consecutive Best Supporting Actor Oscars in 1976 and 1977.] Winners of Both a Lead and Supporting Actor Oscar: In 1997, Jack Nicholson tied Walter Brennan for the most wins (3) for a male performer (Brennan has three Best Supporting Actor trophies, Nicholson has two for Best Actor and one for Best Supporting Actor). The only stars to win both a Best Actor and a Best Supporting Actor (BSA) Oscar are the following: Jack Nicholson (BA for Gene Hackman (BA for The French Connection (1971) , BSA for Unforgiven (1992) ) Kevin Spacey (BA for American Beauty (1999), BSA for The Usual Suspects (1995)) Denzel Washington (BA for Training Day (2001), BSA for Glory (1989)) The Only Best Actor Tie: In the Best Actor category, an unusual tie (the only occurrence among male acting performances) occurred in 1931/32 between Wallace Beery and Fredric March, for their respective performances in The Champ (1931/32) and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931/32). The Most Best Actor Oscar Nominations - Without Winning: Peter O'Toole is the only star with eight Best Actor Oscar nominations without a single win. His record extends 44 years, from 1962 to 2006. Richard Burton was nominated seven times (and never won), although his first nomination was as Best Supporting Actor for My Cousin Rachel (1952) -- his last six nominations were as Best Actor. Oscar-Winning Actor Roles and Trends: Biographies of remarkable, real-life individuals (military figures or soldiers, law-and-order enforcers, historical figures) and portrayals of the mentally ill are heavily represented among male Oscar winners, particularly in the acting awards. It helps an
The Twelfth Doctor is an incarnation of the Doctor , the protagonist of the BBC science fiction television programme Doctor Who . He is portrayed by Scottish actor Peter Capaldi . Within the series ' narrative , the Doctor is a time travelling , humanoid alien from a race known as the Time Lords . When the Doctor is critically injured , he can regenerate his body , and in doing so gain a new physical appearance , and with it a distinct new personality ; this plot mechanism has allowed the Doctor to be portrayed by a series of actors over the decades since the programme 's inception in 1963 . Capaldi 's portrayal of the Doctor is a spiky , brusque , contemplative , and pragmatic character who conceals his emotions in the course of making tough and sometimes ruthless decisions . Capaldi made his first , very brief appearance as the Doctor in the show 's fiftieth anniversary special `` The Day of the Doctor '' -LRB- 2013 -RRB- , as one of the thirteen incarnations of the Doctor who are summoned to save Gallifrey from destruction . Capaldi 's first full appearance as the Doctor was at the end of the 2013 Christmas special `` The Time of the Doctor '' . He is accompanied in the eighth and ninth series by companion Clara Oswald -LRB- Jenna Coleman -RRB- . He also appeared in `` For Tonight We Might Die '' , the first episode of the 2016 spin-off series Class . In the tenth series of Doctor Who , he is accompanied by two new companions : Nardole -LRB- Matt Lucas -RRB- and Bill Potts -LRB- Pearl Mackie -RRB- . On 30 January 2017 , Capaldi announced he would be leaving the programme , with the 2017 Christmas episode being his last .
Son of A Gun is the debut extended play single by Glasgow alternative rock group The Vaselines. The title-song of this EP came to a wider audience after Nirvana covered it, along with "Molly's Lips", on their compilation album "Incesticide". "You Think You're A Man" is a cover of a song written by the cult-film actor Divine, while the other two were written by Frances McKee and Eugene Kelly.
Shonen Jump , officially stylized SHONEN JUMP and abbreviated SJ , is a shōnen manga anthology published in North America by Viz Media . It debuted in November 2002 with the first issue having a January 2003 cover date . Based on Shueisha 's popular Japanese magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump , Shonen Jump is retooled for English readers and the American audience , including changing it from a weekly publication to a monthly one . It features serialized chapters from four manga series , and articles on Japanese language and culture , as well as manga , anime , video games , and figurines . Prior to the magazine 's launch , Viz launched an extensive marketing campaign to promote it and help it succeed where previous manga anthologies published in North America had failed . Shueisha purchased an equity interest in Viz to help fund the venture , and Cartoon Network , Suncoast , and Diamond Distributors became promotional partners in the magazine . In conjunction with the magazine , Viz launched new imprints for releasing media related to the series presented in the magazine , and other shōnen works . This includes two new manga imprints , an anime DVD imprint , a fiction line for releasing light novels , a label for fan and data books , and a label for the release of art books . Targeted towards young adult males , the first issue required three printings to meet consumer demand , with over 300,000 copies sold . It was awarded the ICv2 `` Comic Product of the Year '' award in December 2002 , and has continued to enjoy high sales with a monthly circulation of 215,000 in 2008 . Approximately half of its circulation comes from subscriptions rather than store sales . Shonen Jump published its final issue in April 2012 when Viz decided to focus on a weekly digital manga anthology . Weekly Shonen Jump -LRB- initially named Weekly Shonen Jump Alpha -RRB- launched in January 2012 and is still in production .
Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac -- the Basics Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac -- the Basics In this Article Who Is Allergic to Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac? What Causes the Rashes of Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac? What Are the Symptoms of an Allergic Reaction to These Plants? How Are Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac Rashes Diagnosed? How Are These Rashes Treated? Can I Prevent Rashes From Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac? Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are all plants that can cause a temporary, irritating rash when they come in contact with your skin. This rash is a form of allergic contact dermatitis. Dermatitis simply means an irritation of the skin. It's called "allergic contact dermatitis" because the rash is caused by contact with a substance to which you're allergic. Who Is Allergic to Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac? Have you ever wondered: Can I get poison ivy? What you're really asking is: Am I allergic to the plant? Not everyone is. Up to 85% of Americans are allergic to poison ivy, leaving at least 15% resistant to any reaction. If you are allergic to poison ivy, you're more likely to be allergic to poison oak and poison sumac, because all three plants contain the same rash-triggering plant oil called urushiol (pronounced yoo-ROO-shee-all). You're also more likely to have an allergic reaction to other plant resins, such as the oil from Japanese lacquer trees (used on furniture), mango rinds, and cashew shells. Sensitivity to poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac varies from a mild to severe reaction, and may not cause any reaction at all the first time you're exposed. Some adults who reacted to poison ivy as children may find that they are now less sensitive. Some may even lose their sensitivity altogether. Continue Reading Belowyou might like What Causes the Rashes of Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac? Many people break out in a rash when urushiol touches the skin. And even if you don't recall touching the leaves of poison ivy, oak, or sumac, you may have unwittingly come in contact with their roots or stems. Urushiol quickly penetrates the skin, often leaving red lines that show where you brushed against the plant. Symptoms appear 24 to 72 hours after exposure. Scratching the itchy rash doesn't cause it to spread but can prolong skin healing and cause a secondary infection. The rash isn't contagious, so you won't spread it to others by going to school or work. Three types of transmission can occur: Direct contact with the plant Indirect contact when you touch pets, gardening tools, sports equipment, or other objects that had direct contact with the plant Airborne contact from burning these plants, which releases particles of urushiol into the air that can penetrate the skin, eyes, nose, throat, or respiratory system1 2 3 View All Next Article Bruises Skin Problems & Treatments Guide Skin Discolorations Chronic Skin Conditions Acute Skin Problems Skin Infections
What is the typical weight and size of a ferret? Flag What is the typical weight and size of a ferret? Answer by Susie Dresh Confidence votes 23.7KDomestic ferrets have an average length of approximately 20 inches (51 cm) including a 5 inch (13 cm) tail, weigh about 2-4 pounds (1 kg) Male Ferret: average 3 - 5 lbs, 17 - 24" length (1.35 - 2.25 kg and 43 - 61 cm) Female Ferret: average 1 - 3 lbs, 12 - 16" length (0.45 - 1.35 kg and 30 - 40 cm) Domestic ferrets reach their adult size at one year old. A typical female domestic ferret weighs from 0.3 to 1.1 kg. Male domestic ferrets can weigh from 0.9 to 2.7 kg, neutered males often weigh less than unaltered males. Domestic ferrets have a long and slender body. Females are typically 33 to 35.5 cm long and males are 38 to 40.6 cm long. Black-footed Ferrets are about 45 cm (18 in) long, with a furry 15-cm (6 in) tail, and they weigh roughly 1 kg (2 lbs). Is a male ferret bigger than the female ferret Generally speaking (and there are ALWAYS exceptions to the rule): Female ferrets are smaller than the male in the species. Advise from other contributors: Often times the males are double even triple the size and weight of the smaller more petite girls. Most ferrets are in the 1-5 lb weight class, gender aside. Male ferrets usually weigh anywhere from 2-4 pounds. Some can be as big as 5 pounds though!Female ferrets usually weigh anywhere from 1-3 pounds. Depending on how much your ferret eats, he/she may weigh more or less. The length varies in different ferrets, but most ferrets are about 15 inches from their nose to the tip of their tail. Domestic ferrets reach their adult size at one year old. Male domestic ferrets can weigh from 0.9 to 2.7 kg, neutered males often weigh less than unaltered males.39 people found this useful Was this answer useful? Yes Somewhat No
Color – The Physics Hypertextbook Discussion red green blue Color is a function of the human visual system, and is not an intrinsic property. Objects don't "have" color, they give off light that "appears" to be a color. Spectral power distributions exist in the physical world, but color exists only in the mind of the beholder. Color is determined first by frequency and then by how those frequencies are combined or mixed when they reach they eye. This is the physics part of the topic. Light falls on specialized receptor cells (called rods) at the back of the eye (called the retina) and a signal is sent to the brain along a neural pathway (called the optic nerve). This signal is processed by the part of the brain near the back of the skull (called the occipital lobe). Here's where the biology kicks in, or maybe it's the psychology, or maybe it's both. They eye is very much like a camera, but the brain is not like a video recorder. The brain is not like a computer with fixed hardware of transistors and capacitors executing some sort of software code. The neurons of the brain are probably best thought of as wetware — a fusion of hardware and software or maybe something completely different. I don't feel qualified to say much about that end of this process. Once the visual information leaves the eye, basic physics ends and neurocognition takes over. Color is determined first by frequency. Let's start by determining what a typical person would see when looking at electromagnetic radiation of a single frequency. Physicists call this monochromatic light. (The literal meaning of this word is "single color", but the actual meaning is "single frequency".) Low frequency radiation is invisible. With an adequately bright source, starting somewhere around 400 THz (1 THz = 1012 Hz) most humans begin to perceive a dull red. As the frequency is increased, the perceived color gradually changes from red to orange to yellow to green to blue to violet. The eye doesn't perceive violet so well. It always seems to look dark compared to other sources at equal intensity. Somewhere between 700 THz and 800 THz the world goes dark again. How many colors are there in the spectrum above? How many did I name? red blue violet The simple named colors are mostly monosyllabic English words — red, green, brown, black, white, gray. Brevity indicates an Old English (Anglo-Saxon) origin. Monosyllabic words are generally the oldest words in the English language — head, eye, nose, foot, cat, dog, cow, eat, drink, man, wife, house, sleep, rain, snow, sword, sheath, God…. These words go back more than fifteen centuries. Yellow, purple, and blue are exceptions to the one-syllable-equals-English rule. Yellow and purple are Old English color words with two syllables. Blue is a one syllable French word (bleu) that replaced a two syllable Old English word (hǽwen) eight hundred years ago. Some of the names for colors are loan words from French (many of which are loan words from other languages). Since the ʒ (zh) sound doesn't exist in Old English, orange and beige are obviously French. (Garage is also a very French word.) The words violet and orange were the names of plants (nouns) before they were the names of colors (adjectives). Violet came from 14th Century French, which came from Latin. Orange came from 16th Century French, which came from Italian, which came from Arabic, which came from Persian, which came from Sanskrit. English arose when three Germanic tribes — the Angles, The Saxons, and the Jutes — migrated from continental Europe to the British Isles in the Fifth Century. The language they spoke is called Anglo-Saxon or Old English. You would hardly recognize this language if you heard it spoken or saw it written today. Danes probably have the best chance of understanding spoken Old English, Icelanders the best chance of understanding written Old English. Of the six named colors in my spectrum, only four were known to the Anglo-Saxons: reád, geolu, grÉne, hǽwen. Do you recognize any of them? réad grÉne hǽwen In the year 1066, an invasion of French speaking p
Bass Player is a magazine for bassists. Each issue offers a variety of artist interviews, lessons, equipment reviews, and a complete transcribed bass line from a popular song. The magazine was founded in 1988 as a spinoff of "Guitar Player" magazine, with Jim Roberts as its first editor. It began as a regular edition magazine in 1990. The headquarters of the magazine is in San Bruno, California.
Gold is a chemical element with symbol Au -LRB- from aurum -RRB- and atomic number 79 . In its purest form , it is a bright , slightly reddish yellow , dense , soft , malleable , and ductile metal . Chemically , gold is a transition metal and a group 11 element . It is one of the least reactive chemical elements and is solid under standard conditions . Gold often occurs in free elemental -LRB- native -RRB- form , as nuggets or grains , in rocks , in veins , and in alluvial deposits . It occurs in a solid solution series with the native element silver -LRB- as electrum -RRB- and also naturally alloyed with copper and palladium . Less commonly , it occurs in minerals as gold compounds , often with tellurium -LRB- gold tellurides -RRB- . Gold 's atomic number of 79 makes it one of the higher numbered , naturally occurring elements . It is thought to have been produced in supernova nucleosynthesis , from the collision of neutron stars , and to have been present in the dust from which the Solar System formed . Because the Earth was molten when it was formed , almost all of the gold present in the early Earth probably sank into the planetary core . Therefore , most of the gold that is present today in the Earth 's crust and mantle is thought to have been delivered to Earth later , by asteroid impacts during the Late Heavy Bombardment , about 4 billion years ago . Gold is resistant to most acids , though it does dissolve in aqua regia , a mixture of nitric acid and hydrochloric acid , which forms a soluble tetrachloroaurate anion . Gold is insoluble in nitric acid , which dissolves silver and base metals , a property that has long been used to refine gold and to confirm the presence of gold in metallic objects , giving rise to the term acid test . Gold also dissolves in alkaline solutions of cyanide , which are used in mining and electroplating . Gold dissolves in mercury , forming amalgam alloys , but this is not a chemical reaction . Historically , the value of gold was rooted in its relative rarity , easy handling and minting , easy smelting and fabrication , resistance to corrosion and other chemical reactions -LRB- nobility -RRB- and its distinctive color . As a precious metal , gold has been used for coinage , jewelry , and other arts throughout recorded history . In the past , a gold standard was often implemented as a monetary policy , but gold coins ceased to be minted as a circulating currency in the 1930s , and the world gold standard was abandoned for a fiat currency system after 1976 . A total of 186,700 tonnes of gold is in existence above ground , as of 2015 . The world consumption of new gold produced is about 50 % in jewelry , 40 % in investments , and 10 % in industry . Gold 's high malleability , ductility , resistance to corrosion and most other chemical reactions , and conductivity of electricity have led to its continued use in corrosion resistant electrical connectors in all types of computerized devices -LRB- its chief industrial use -RRB- . Gold is also used in infrared shielding , colored-glass production , gold leafing , and tooth restoration . Certain gold salts are still used as anti-inflammatories in medicine . As of 2014 , the world 's largest gold producer by far was China with 450 tonnes .
Studio Ghibli Studio Ghibli, Inc.(Japanese:株式会社スタジオジブリ,Hepburn:Kabushiki gaisha Sutajio Jiburi) is a Japanese animation film studio based in Koganei, Tokyo, Japan.[1] The studio is best known for its anime feature films, and has also produced several short films, television commercials, and one television film. It was founded on 15 June 1985, after the success of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984), with funding by Tokuma Shoten. Studio Ghibli has also collaborated with video game studios on the visual development of several video games.[2]
Chandni -LRB- Translation : Moonlight -RRB- is a 1989 Indian Hindi language romantic drama film , starring Sridevi as the eponymous lead alongside Rishi Kapoor and Vinod Khanna and Waheeda Rehman . It was directed by Yash Chopra and the screenplay was written by Kamna Chandra , Arun Kaul , Sagar Sarhadi and Umesh Kalbagh . Chandni was a great success in 1989 and is considered one of the most successful films of all time . The profits of this romantic musical brought an end to Chopra 's lean phase . The platinum success of its music was also instrumental in bringing music back into Hindi films . For the cast , the film reaffirmed Sridevi 's position as the top female star of the 1980s . It prolonged Rishi Kapoor 's fading career and showed that he was still profitable as a leading hero . Chandni provided a boost for Vinod Khanna 's career and reunited Kapoor and Khanna , who were last seen together in the popular Amar Akbar Anthony -LRB- 1977 -RRB- . Sridevi 's white costumes became popular as the ` Chandni Look ' and the songs of the film are still a rage . Though this was not the first time Yash Chopra shot a film in Switzerland , the extensive scenes shot there made it a popular tourist destination for Indians . Chandni won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film of 1989 and is regarded as one of the Yash Chopra 's best films.द
Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out! The Rolling Stones in Concert Some of the performances, as well as one of the two photography sessions for the album cover featuring Charlie Watts and a donkey, are depicted in the documentary film Gimme Shelter, and shows Jagger and Watts on a road in Birmingham, Alabama in early December 1969 posing with the donkey.[5] The actual cover photo however was taken in early February 1970 in London, and does not originate from the 1969 session. The photo by David Bailey, featuring Watts with guitars and bass drums hanging from the neck of a donkey, was inspired by a line in Bob Dylan's song, "Visions of Johanna": "Jewels and binoculars hang from the head of the mule" (though, as mentioned, the animal in the photo is a donkey, not a mule). The band would later say "we originally wanted an elephant but settled for a donkey" .[6] Watts said that his wardrobe (which includes a t-shirt with a picture of woman's breasts) was his usual stage getup along with Jagger's striped hat.[7]
In cities other than Rome, the name cardinal began to be applied to certain church men as a mark of honour. The earliest example of this occurs in a letter sent by Pope Zacharias in 747 to Pippin III (the Short), ruler of the Franks, in which Zacharias applied the title to the priests of Paris to distinguish them from country clergy. This meaning of the word spread rapidly, and from the 9th century various episcopal cities had a special class among the clergy known as cardinals. The use of the title was reserved for the cardinals of Rome in 1567 by Pius V.
It is believed that Nandidae represents a group of ancient fishes that once spanned the entire globe, but todayâs few species are found only in Asia, Africa, and South America. In the wild, these fish live in slow-moving ponds and streams.here are many fishes that can make great additions to your tank, even if they are more obscure in the aquarium trade. Nandidae, an interesting and highly unusual family, includes one such fish: Badis badis. Though it is sometimes called the chameleon or blue dwarf, it is often referred to simply as a badis.
American Pickers The show follows antique and collectible pickers Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz who travel around the United States to buy or "pick" various items for resale, for clients, or for their own personal collections. They originally traveled in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van and now a Ford Transit. Danielle Colby runs the office of Wolfe's business, Antique Archaeology,[1] from their home base in Le Claire, Iowa, and more recently at a second location in Nashville, Tennessee. Fritz sells his acquisitions at his own shop and on his own website,[2] Frank Fritz Finds, upriver in Savanna, Illinois.[3] The men go on the road, not only following up leads that Colby has generated, but also "free-styling" - stopping at places that look like they might hold items worth buying. They also pick some places more than once.
An aneurysm or aneurism (from Greek: á¼Î½ÎµÏÏÏÏÎ¼Î±, aneurysma, dilation, from á¼Î½ÎµÏÏÏÎ½ÎµÎ¹Î½, aneurynein, to dilate) is a localized, blood-filled balloon-like bulge in the wall of a blood vessel.neurysms can occur in any blood vessel, with examples including aneurysms of the circle of Willis in the brain, aortic aneurysms affecting the thoracic aorta, and abdominal aortic aneurysms. Aneurysms can also occur within the heart itself.
Dysphonia , one common form of which is referred to as hoarse voice , refers to dysfunction in the ability to produce voice . For voice to be classified as `` dysphonic '' , abnormalities must be present in one or more vocal parameters : pitch , loudness , quality , or variability . Perceptually , dysphonia can be characterised by hoarse , breathy , harsh , or rough vocal qualities , but some kind of phonation remains . Current prevalence rates suggest that dysphonia is higher in females and the elderly , however , it can be found in both sexes and across the lifespan . Furthermore , certain occupational groups , such as teachers and singers , may be at increased risk for developing dysphonia . Dysphonia can be categorized into two broad main types : organic and functional . The type of dysphonia is dependent on the cause of the pathology . While the causes of dysphonia can be divided into five basic categories , all of them result in an interruption of the ability of the vocal folds to vibrate normally during exhalation , which affects the voice . The assessment and diagnosis of dysphonia is done by a multidisciplinary team , and involves the use of a variety of subjective and objective measures , which look at both the quality of the voice as well as the physical state of the larynx.Multiple treatments have been developed to address organic and functional causes of dysphonia . Dysphonia can be targeted through direct therapy , indirect therapy , medical treatments , and surgery . Functional dysphonias may be treated through direct and indirect voice therapies , whereas surgeries are recommended for chronic , organic dysphonias .
Notable modern Greek artists include Renaissance painter Dominikos Theotokopoulos (El Greco), Panagiotis Doxaras, Nikolaos Gyzis, Nikiphoros Lytras, Yannis Tsarouchis, Nikos Engonopoulos, Constantine Andreou, Jannis Kounellis, sculptors such as Leonidas Drosis, Georgios Bonanos, Yannoulis Chalepas and Joannis Avramidis, conductor Dimitri Mitropoulos, soprano Maria Callas, composers such as Mikis Theodorakis, Nikos Skalkottas, Iannis Xenakis, Manos Hatzidakis, Eleni Karaindrou, Yanni and Vangelis, one of the best-selling singers worldwide Nana Mouskouri and poets such as Kostis Palamas, Dionysios Solomos, Angelos Sikelianos and Yannis Ritsos. Alexandrian Constantine P. Cavafy and Nobel laureates Giorgos Seferis and Odysseas Elytis are among the most important poets of the 20th century. Novel is also represented by Alexandros Papadiamantis and Nikos Kazantzakis.
A Game of Thrones is the first novel in A Song of Ice and Fire , a series of fantasy novels by American author George R. R. Martin . It was first published on August 1 , 1996 . The novel won the 1997 Locus Award and was nominated for both the 1997 Nebula Award and the 1997 World Fantasy Award . The novella Blood of the Dragon , comprising the Daenerys Targaryen chapters from the novel , won the 1997 Hugo Award for Best Novella . In January 2011 the novel became a New York Times bestseller and reached # 1 on the list in July 2011 . In the novel , recounting events from various points of view , Martin introduces the plot-lines of the noble houses of Westeros , the Wall , and the Targaryens . The novel has inspired several spin-off works , including several games . It is also the basis for the first season of Game of Thrones , an HBO television series that premiered in April 2011 . A March 2013 paperback TV tie-in re-edition was also titled Game of Thrones , excluding the indefinite article `` A '' .
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Usually a Presbyterian church will not have statues of saints, nor the ornate altar more typical of a Roman Catholic church. Instead, one will find a "communion table," usually on the same level as the congregation. There may be a rail between the communion table and the "Chancel" behind it, which may contain a more decorative altar-type table, choir loft, or choir stalls, lectern and clergy area. The altar is called the communion table and the altar area is called the Chancel by Presbyterians. In a Presbyterian (Reformed Church) there may be an altar cross, either on the communion table or on a table in the chancel. By using the "empty" cross, or cross of the resurrection, Presbyterians emphasize the resurrection and that Christ is not continually dying, but died once and is alive for all eternity. Some Presbyterian church buildings are often decorated with a cross that has a circle around the center, or Celtic cross. This not only emphasized the resurrection, but also acknowledges historical aspects of Presbyterianism. A baptismal font will be located either at the entrance or near the chancel area. Presbyterian architecture generally makes significant use of symbolism. You may also find decorative and ornate stained glass windows depicting scenes from the bible. Some Presbyterian churches will also have ornate statues of Christ or Graven Scenes from the Last Supper located behind the Chancel. St. Giles Cathedral ( Church Of Scotland- The Mother Church of Presbyterians) does have a Crucifix next to one of the Pulpits that hangs alongside. The image of Christ is more of faint image and more modern design.
George Bernard Shaw ( ; 26 July 1856 – 2 November 1950), known at his insistence simply as Bernard Shaw, was an Irish playwright, critic and polemicist whose influence on Western theatre, culture and politics extended from the 1880s to his death and beyond. He wrote more than sixty plays, including major works such as "Man and Superman" (1902), "Pygmalion" (1912)" and Saint Joan" (1923). With a range incorporating both contemporary satire and historical allegory, Shaw became the leading dramatist of his generation, and in 1925 was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.
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Mar 31st, 2007 9:03 pm#3babybudha Sr. Member Jun 3, 2006732 posts176 upvotes Mississauga I like regular fresh frapachinos (Although ridiculously expensive), but that bottled stuff gives me gut rot!Mar 31st, 2007 9:18 pm#4dealsmonkey Sr. Member Nov 25, 2005510 posts1 upvote London Oh man, why not just post that Costco has crack on sale? I'm always trying to avoid this stuff because of the cost, but now I'll be going out and buying some I guess. Thanks a lot! Seriously, really good with a bit of Baileys. Apr 1st, 2007 6:39 am#5yvrwindsor Deal Addict Apr 6, 20062312 posts412 upvotes Vancouverhotweiss wrote: ↑ This stuff is too sweet. Have the same experience. Don't like it as well. Apr 1st, 2007 6:44 am#6warpdrive Deal Guru Mar 7, 200310940 posts1876 upvotes Ottawa Love this stuff. I noticed the price went down when I last bought some. Honey, I can't go to bed yet. Somebody is wrong on the Internet!Apr 1st, 2007 6:45 am#7kmchow Deal Addict Mar 23, 20063371 posts311 upvotes Vancouver It takes away the spontaneity, but if you're drinking it at home, I just dilute the drink with some regular milk, get about 20-25% "more" Frappuccino as a result!Apr 1st, 2007 6:53 am#8Brian99Deal Addict Nov 28, 20051552 posts127 upvotes Thornhillkmchow wrote: ↑ It takes away the spontaneity, but if you're drinking it at home, I just dilute the drink with some regular milk, get about 20-25% "more" Frappuccino as a result! Spoken like a true RFD'er. Brian99's FS Thread (Broken LCD, BNIB HP F2140, Laptop Bag, Tungsten E + Wifi, etc)BNIB Cordless Strike Allnailer Apr 1st, 2007 9:09 am#9dealsmonkey Sr. Member Nov 25, 2005510 posts1 upvote London Brian99 wrote: ↑ Spoken like a true RFD'er. Only if the milk's on sale. Apr 1st, 2007 9:29 am#10jcutner Member Mar 12, 2004491 posts34 upvotes Toronto It is cheaper than the usual $4 for a grande vanilla bean frappucino, but god DAMN they are good Apr 1st, 2007 4:43 pm#11daftfunk Sr. Member Mar 18, 2005989 posts45 upvotes Mississaugais it just me or is this stuff loaded with caffeine? I get hyper and jittery after drinking this stuff, and I'm a daily Tim's coffee drinker. Apr 1st, 2007 6:08 pm#12willy Deal Expert Oct 14, 200219038 posts816 upvoteskmchow wrote: ↑ It takes away the spontaneity, but if you're drinking it at home, I just dilute the drink with some regular milk, get about 20-25% "more" Frappuccino as a result! IMO, the best way to dilute this is to blend them with ice cubes and some milk ... like the real stuff ... Heatware 153-0-0RFD BST feedback 15-0-0e Bay 49-0-0* ?????,????? *Apr 1st, 2007 6:17 pm#13jory29Deal Fanatic Jul 22, 20037397 posts1548 upvotes Edmonton Here's what you should do, guys... For around $9, buy a 2 lb. can of House of Vercada brand instant french vanilla cappuccino from Costco - mix around 2-3 Tbsp. of the mix, 6 ice cubes, around 1/3 cup of water, and blend in a blender - you can vary any of the quantities I told you, to mix to your liking. You could make it with milk, I guess, too, but I noticed it does have a dry creamer in it for high quality creamy flavor. It is very good, tastes almost exactly like a Tim Horton's iced capp. and you get a lot of them for your money. I hope it isn't a seasonal item, but I bought this in the winter time, I know. They provide instructions on how to make a hot cappuchino, but cold is so much better now as we head into Spring and Summer. Dec 18th, 2007 6:11 pm#14Blue 924 Porshe Newbie Dec 18, 20071 posts Calgary We had an old tin of House of Vercada Cappucino mix that I and my daughter tried using up yesterday, obtained quite a while ago. We are both Gluten-intolerant (Celiac) and cannot have anything that contains flour (wheat), and other grains like oats, rye, or barley. Without question, this is what caused the problem as we are very cautious about what is ingested. While it is up to us to read ingredients of everything prior, there was no mention of anything that looked bad. However, there is always the possibility they manufacture in a facility that also uses these ingredients, and unfortunately, that also affects all people like us as we are hyper-sensitive. My daughter will now be down for a week as she is worse than me. Great way to spend Christmas but thought others should know. I wish I could contact the manufacturer directly and advise them, but there is no web site of is listed in Google. Dec 31st, 2009 1:41 am#15Laura H23Newbie Dec 31, 20091 posts Kelowna, BCInternational Marketing Systems, Ltd. Shelton, CT 06484Page 1 of 2 Next Top Go
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Languages of Italy From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedianavigation search For varieties of the Italian language (which are influenced by these regional languages), see Regional Italian. [ hide]This article has multiple issues. Please help improve it or discuss these issues on the talk page. ( Learn how and when to remove these template messages)This article needs additional citations for verification. (August 2015)This article's lead section does not adequately summarize key points of its contents. (September 2014)Languages of Italy Regional and minority languages of Italy [1] [2] [3] [4] [ not in citation given]Official languages Italian Regional languages see " legal status "Minority languages see " legal status "Main immigrant languages Spanish, Albanian, Arabic language, Romanian, Hungarian, and Romani Main foreign languages English (34%) French (16%) Spanish (11%) German (5%) Other regional language (6%)Sign languages Italian Sign Language Common keyboard layouts Italian QWERTYSource Special Eurobarometer, Europeans and their Languages, 2006Communities recognized by Italy as historical language minorities. [5]Part of a series on the Culture of Italy History People Languages Traditions Mythology and folklore [show]Cuisine Festivals Religion Art Literature Music and performing arts [show]Media [show]Sport Monuments [show]Symbols [show]Italy portalv t e This article is part of the series on the Italian language Italo-Dalmatian languages Tuscan Florentine Languages of Italy Regional Italian Accademia della Crusca Enciclopedia Italiana History Veronese Riddle Placiti Cassinesi Sicilian School Dolce Stil Novola Commedia Accademia degli Arcadi Italian Purism The Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis I Promessi Sposi Literature and other Literature Poetry Music Comics Philosophy Grammar Verb conjugation Alphabet Orthography Braille Phonologyv t e There are approximately thirty-four living spoken languages and related dialects in Italy [6]; most of which are indigenous evolutions of Vulgar Latin, and are therefore classified as Romance languages. Although they are sometimes referred to as regional languages, there is no uniformity within any Italian region, and speakers from one locale within a region are typically aware of the features distinguishing their local tongue from the one of other places nearby. The official and most widely spoken language across the country is Italian, a direct descendant of Tuscan. Almost all the Romance languages native to Italy, with the notable exception of Italian, are often colloquially referred to as "dialects", although for some of them the term may coexist with other labels like "minority languages" or "vernaculars". [7] However, the use of the term " dialect " to refer to the languages of Italy erroneously implies that the languages spoken in Italy are actual "dialects" of Standard Italian in the prevailing linguistic sense of " varieties or variations of a language ." [ citation needed] This is generally not the case in regards to the languages of Italy, as they are, for the most part, not varieties of Standard Italian. Most of the regional languages of Italy predate Standard Italian and evolved locally from Vulgar Latin and independently of what would become Standard Italian, long before the fairly recent spread of Standard Italian throughout Italy. [8] In fact, Standard Italian is itself either a continuation of, or a dialect heavily based on, Florentine Tuscan. The indigenous local Romance tongues of Italy are therefore better classified as separate languages that evolved independently from Latin, rather than "dialects" or variations of the Standard Italian language. [9] [10] Conversely, with the spread of Standard Italian throughout Italy in the 20th century, local varieties of Standard Italian influenced to varying extents by the underlying local languages, most noticeably at the phonological level, have also developed throughout the peninsula; though regional boundaries seldom correspond to isoglosses distinguishing these varieties, they are commonly referred to as Regional Italian ( italiano regionale ). There are several minority languages that belong to other Indo-European branches, such as Cimbrian ( Germanic ), Arbëresh ( Albanian ), the Slavomolisano dialect of Serbo-Croatian ( Slavic ), and Griko ( Hellenic ). Other non-indigenous languages are spoken by a substantial percentage of the population due to immigration. [11] [ not in citation given]Contents [ hide ]1 Legal status1.1 Recognition at the European level1.2 Recognition by the Italian state1.3 Recognition by the regions2 Conservation status2.1 Vulnerable2.2 Definitely endangered2.3 Severely endangered3 Classification3.1 Romance languages3.2 Non-Romance languages4 Geographic distribution4.1 Northern Italy4.2 Southern Italy and islands5 Native languages of foreigners6 Standardised written forms7 Gallery8 See also9 Notes10 References11 External links Legal status [ edit]Recognition at the European level [ edit]Italy is a signatory of the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages, but is yet to ratify the treaty, and therefore its provisions protecting regional languages do not apply in the country. [12]The Charter does not, however, establish at what point differences in expression result in a separate language, deeming it an "often controversial issue", and citing the necessity to take into account, other than purely linguistic criteria, also "psychological, sociological and political considerations". [13]Recognition by the Italian state [ edit]The following minority languages are officially recognized as "historical language minorities" by the Law no. 482/1999: Albanian, Catalan, German, Greek, Slovene, Croatian, French, Franco-Provençal, Friulian, Ladin, Occitan and Sardinian (Legge 15 Dicembre 1999, n. 482, Art. 2, comma 1). [14] The selection of those varieties to the exclusion of numerous others is a matter of some controversy. [15] The law also makes a distinction between those who are considered minority groups (Albanians, Catalans, Germanic peoples indigenous to Italy, Greeks, Slovenes and Croats) [16] and those who are not (all the others). [14]The original Italian Constitution does not explicitly express that Italian is the official national language. Since the constitution was penned there have been some laws and articles written on the procedures of criminal cases passed that explicitly state that Italian should be used: Statute of the Trentino-South Tyrol, (constitutional law of the northern region of Italy around Trento) – " [...] [la lingua] italiana [...] è la lingua ufficiale dello Stato. " (Statuto Speciale per il Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, Art. 99, " [...] [the language] Italian [...] is the official language of the State. ")Code for civil procedure – " In tutto il processo è prescritto l'uso della lingua italiana. (Codice di procedura civile, Art. 122, "In all procedures, it is required that the Italian language is used. ")Code for criminal procedure – " Gli atti del procedimento penale sono compiuti in lingua italiana. " (Codice di procedura penale, Art. 109 [169-3; 63, 201 att. ], "The acts of the criminal proceedings are carried out in the Italian language. ")Article 1 of law 482/1999 – "La lingua ufficiale della Repubblica è l'italiano." (Legge 482/1999, Art. 1 Comma 1, "The official language of the Republic is Italian.") [17]Recognition by the regions [ edit]Aosta Valley: French is co-official (enjoying the same dignity and standing of Italian) in the whole region (Le Statut spécial de la Vallée d'Aoste, Title VIe, Article 38); [18]German is unofficial but recognised in the Lys Valley (Lystal) (Le Statut spécial de la Vallée d'Aoste, Title VIe, Art. 40 - bis). [18]Friuli-Venezia Giulia: Friulian and Slovene are "promoted", but not recognised, by the region (Legge regionale 18 dicembre 2007, n. 29, Art. 1, comma 1); [19] (Legge regionale 16 novembre 2007, n. 26, Art. 16). [20]Piedmont: Piedmontese is unofficial but recognised as the regional language (Consiglio Regionale del Piemonte, Ordine del Giorno n. 1118, Presentato il 30/11/1999); [21] [22] the region "promotes", without recognising, the Occitan, Franco-Provençal, French and Walser languages (Legge regionale 7 aprile 2009, n. 11, Art. 1). [23]Sardinia: Sardinian, Sassarese and Gallurese are unofficial but recognised and promoted "enjoying the same dignity and standing of Italian" (Legge regionale 15 ottobre 1997, n. 26) [24] in their respective territories, as well as Catalan in the city of Alghero and Tabarchino in the islands of Sulcis. [24]Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol: German is co-official (enjoying the same dignity and standing of Italian) in the province of South Tyrol (Statuto speciale per il Trentino-Alto Adige, Titolo XI, Articolo 99); [25] Ladin, Cimbrian and Mòcheno are unofficial but recognised in their respective territories (Statuto speciale per il Trentino-Alto Adige, Titolo XI, Articolo 102). [25]Veneto: Venetian is unofficial but recognised (Legge regionale 13 aprile 2007, n. 8, Art. 2, comma 2). [26]Sicily: Sicilian is unofficial but recognised as the regional language (Legge regionale 9/2011) [27]. Apulia: Griko, Arbëresh and Franco-Provençal minority languages are safeguarded (Legge regionale 5/2012) [28]. Lombardy: Lombard is unofficial but recognised as the regional language (Legge regionale 25/2016) [29]. Conservation status [ edit]Frequency of use of regional languages in Italy, based on ISTAT data from 2015. According to the UNESCO 's Atlas of the World's Languages in Danger, there are 31 endangered languages in Italy. [30] The degree of endangerment is classified in different categories ranging from 'safe' (safe languages are not included in the atlas) to 'extinct' (when there are no speakers left). [31]The source for the languages' distribution is the Atlas of the World's Languages in Danger [30] unless otherwise stated, and refers to Italy exclusively. Vulnerable [ edit]Alemannic: spoken in the Lys Valley of the Aosta Valley and in Northern Piedmont Bavarian: South Tyrol Ladin: several valleys, comunes and villages in the Dolomites, including the Val Badia and the Gardena Valley in South Tyrol, the Fascia Valley in Trentino, and Livinallongo in the Province of Belluno Sicilian: Sicily, southern and central Calabria and southern Apulia Neapolitan: Campania, Basilicata, Abruzzo, Molise, northern Calabria, northern and central Apulia, southern Lazio and Marche as well as eastern fringes of Umbria Romanesco: Metropolitan City of Rome in Lazio and in some comunes of southern Tuscany Venetian: Veneto, parts of Friuli-Venezia Giulia Definitely endangered [ edit]Algherese Catalan: the town of Alghero in northwestern Sardinia; an outlying dialect of Catalan language not listed separately by the SILAlpine Provençal: the upper valleys of Piedmont ( Val Mairo, Val Varacho, Val d’Esturo, Entraigas, Limoun, Vinai, Pinerolo, Sestrieres ); the original joint ISO code [prv] for Alpine Provençal and Provençal has been retired on false grounds. [ clarification needed]Arbëresh: (i) Adriatic zone: Montecilfone, Campomarino, Portocannone and Ururi in Molise as well as Chieuti and Casalvecchio di Puglia in Apulia; (ii) San Marzano in Apulia; (iii) Greci in Campania; (iv) northern Basilicata: Barile, Ginestra and Maschito; (v) North Calabrian zone: ca. 30 settlements in northern Calabria ( Plataci, Civita, Frascineto, San Demetrio Corone, Lungro, Acquaformosa etc.) as well as San Costantino Albanese and San Paolo Lucano in southern Basilicata; (vi) settlements in southern Calabria, e.g. San Nicola dell'Alto and Vena di Maida; (vii) Sicilian zone: Piana degli Albanesi and two nearby villages near Palermo; (viii) formerly also Villabadessa in Abruzzi; an outlying dialect of Albanian Cimbrian: vigorously spoken in Luserna in Trentino; disappearing in Giazza (part of the commune Selva di Progno) in the Province of Verona and in Roana in the Province of Vicenza; recently extinct in several other locations in the region; an outlying dialect of Bavarian Corsican: spoken on Maddalena Island off the northeast coast of Sardinia Emilian-Romagnol: Emilia-Romagna, parts of the provinces of Pavia, Voghera, and Mantua in southern Lombardy, the Lunigiana district in northwestern Tuscany, the Alta Valle del Tevere district in northern part of the Province of Perugia and eastern part of the Province of Arezzo, the Province of Pesaro-Urbino in the Marche, and in a zone called Traspadana Ferrarese in the Province of Rovigo in Veneto Faetar: Faeto and Celle San Vito in the Province of Foggia in Apulia; an outlying dialect of Francoprovençal not listed separately by the SILFrancoprovençal: the Alpine valleys to the north and east of the Susa Valley in Piedmont; disappeared in France and Switzerland Friulian: Friuli-Venezia Giulia except the Province of Trieste and western and eastern border regions, and Portogruaro area in the Province of Venice in Veneto Gallo-Italic of Sicily: Nicosia, Sperlinga, Piazza Armerina, Valguarnera Caropepe and Aidone in the province of Enna, and San Fratello, Acquedolci, San Piero Patti, Montalbano Elicona, Novara di Sicilia and Fondachelli-Fantina in the province of Messina; an outlying dialect of Lombard not listed separately by the SIL; other dialects were formerly also spoken in southern Italy outside Sicily, especially in Basilicata Gallurese: northeastern Sardinia; an outlying dialect of Corsican Ligurian: Liguria and adjacent areas of Piedmont, Emilia and Tuscany; settlements in the towns of Carloforte on the San Pietro Island and Calasetta on the Sant’Antioco Island off the southwest coast of Sardinia Lombard: Lombardy (except the southernmost border areas) and the Province of Novara in Piedmont Mòcheno: Palù, Fierozzo and Frassilongo in the Fersina Valley in Trentino; an outlying dialect of Bavarian Piedmontese: Piedmont except the Province of Novara, the western Alpine valleys and southern border areas, as well as minor adjacent areas Resian: Resia in the northeastern part of the Province of Udine; an outlying dialect of Slovene not listed separately by the SILRomani: spoken by the Roma community in Italy Sardinian, including both Campidanese (southern Sardinia) and Logudorese (central Sardinia)Sassarese: northwestern Sardinia; a transitional language between Corsican and Sardinian Yiddish: spoken by parts of the Jewish community in Italy Severely endangered [ edit]Töitschu: the village of Issime in the upper Lys Valley /Lystal in the Aosta Valley; an outlying dialect of Alemannic not listed separately by the SILMolise Croatian: the villages of Montemitro, San Felice del Molise, and Acquaviva Collecroce in the Province of Campobasso in southern Molise; [32] a mixed Chakavian – Shtokavian dialect of Serbo-Croatian not listed separately by the SILGriko (Salento): the Salento peninsula in the Province of Lecce in southern Apulia; an outlying dialect of Greek not listed separately by the SILGardiol: Guardia Piemontese in Calabria; an outlying dialect of Alpine Provençal Griko (Calabria): a few villages near Reggio di Calabria in southern Calabria; an outlying dialect of Greek not listed separately by the SILVastese: the town of Vasto. Classification [ edit]All living languages indigenous to Italy are part of the Indo-European language family. The source is the SIL 's Ethnologue unless otherwise stated. [33] Language classification can be a controversial issue, when a classification is contested by academic sources, this is reported in the 'notes' column. They can be divided into Romance languages and non-Romance languages. Romance languages [ edit]Gallo-Rhaetian and Ibero-Romance [ edit]Language Family ISO 639-3 Dialects spoken in Italy Notes Speakers French Gallo-Romance Gallo-Rhaetian Oïl Frenchfra100,000Arpitan Gallo-Romance Gallo-Rhaetian Oïl Southeasternfrp70,000Friulian Gallo-Romance Gallo-Rhaetian Rhaetianfur600,000 [34]Ladin Gallo-Romance Gallo-Rhaetian Rhaetianlld31,000Catalan Ibero-Romance East Iberiancat Algherese20,000Occitan Ibero-Romance Ococi Provençal; Gardiol100,000Gallo-Italic languages [ edit]Language ISO 639-3 Dialects spoken in Italy Notes Speakers Emiliano-Romagnoloeml Emilian; Romagnol ( Forlivese); Emilian and Romagnol have been assigned two different ISO 639-3 codes ( egl and rgn, respectively). 1,000,000Ligurian lij Tabarchino; Mentonasc; Intemelio; Brigasc 500,000Lombard lmo Western Lombard (see Western dialects of Lombard language); Eastern Lombard; Gallo-Italic of Sicily3,600,000Piedmontese pms 1,600,000Venetian vec Triestine; Fiuman; Chipilo Venetian; Talian; veneziano Lagunar Usually not considered as being Gallo-Italic 3,800,000Italo-Dalmatian languages [ edit]Not included is Corsican, which is mainly spoken on the French island of Corsica. Istriot is only spoken in Croatia. Judeo-Italian is moribund. Language ISO 639-3 Dialects spoken in Italy Notes Speakers Italian ita Tuscan; National language 60,000,000Central Italian nap Romanesco; Sabino; Marchigiano 5,700,000Neapolitan ita Abruzzese; Cosentino; Bari dialect 3,000,000Sicilian scn Salentino; Southern Calabrian 4,700,000Sardinian language [ edit]Sardinian is a distinct language group with significant phonological and lexical differences among its varieties. Ethnologue, not without controversy, even goes as far as considering Sardinian to be four separate languages, all being included along with Corsican and the Corso-Sardinian varieties in a hypothetical subgroup ( Southern Romance [35]) which has gained little support from linguists. UNESCO, while seeming to share the same opinion of Ethnologue by calling Gallurese and Sassarese alternately "Sardinian", [30] considers them to be dialects of Corsican rather than Sardinian on the other hand. [30] As is not infrequently the case in such controversies, the linguistic landscape of Sardinia is in principle most accurately described as being, for the most part, a dialect continuum. Language ISO 639-3 Dialects spoken in Italy Notes Speakers Campidanese Sardinian sro Southern dialect of Sardinian proper 500,000Logudorese Sardinian src Central dialect of Sardinian proper 500,000Gallurese sdn Outlying dialect of Corsican 100,000Sassarese sdc Outlying dialect of Corsican 100,000Non-Romance languages [ edit]Albanian, Slavic, Greek and Romani languages [ edit]Language Family ISO 639-3 Dialects spoken in Italy Notes Speakers Arbëresh Albanian Toskaaeconsidered an outlying dialect of Albanian by the UNESCO [30]100,000Serbo-Croatian Slavic South Westernhbs Molise Croatian1,000Slovene Slavic South Westernslv Gai Valley dialect; Resian; Torre Valley dialect; Natisone Valley dialect; Brda dialect; Karst dialect; Inner Carniolan dialect; Istrian dialect100,000Italiot Greek Hellenic (Greek)Attic ell Griko (Salento); Calabrian Greek20,000Romani Indo-Iranian Indo-Aryan Central Zone Romanirom High German languages [ edit]Language Family ISO 639-3 Dialects spoken in Italy Notes Speakers German Middle German East Middle Germandeu Tyrolean dialects Austrian German is the usual standard variety 315,000Cimbrian Upper German Bavarian-Austriancimsometimes considered a dialect of Bavarian, also considered an outlying dialect of Bavarian by the UNESCO [30]2,200Mocheno Upper German Bavarian-Austrianmhnconsidered an outlying dialect of Bavarian by the UNESCO [30]1,000Walser Upper German Alemannicwae3,400Geographic distribution [ edit]Northern Italy [ edit]The Northern Italian languages are conventionally defined as those Romance languages spoken north of the La Spezia–Rimini Line, which runs through the northern Apennine Mountains just to the north of Tuscany; however, the dialects of Occitan and Franco-Provençal spoken in the extreme northwest of Italy (e.g. the Valdôtain in the Aosta Valley) are generally excluded. The classification of these languages is difficult and not agreed-upon, due both to the variations among the languages and to the fact that they share isoglosses of various sorts with both the Italo-Romance languages to the south and the Gallo-Romance languages to the northwest. Alemannic Alpine Provençal Bavarian Cimbrian Emilian-Romagnol Francoprovençal Friulian Ladin Ligurian Lombard Mócheno Piedmontese Resian Töitschu Venetian One common classification divides these languages into four groups: The Italian Rhaeto-Romance languages, including Ladin and Friulan The poorly researched Istriot language The Venetian language (sometimes grouped with the majority Gallo-Italian languages)The Gallo-Italian languages, including all the rest (although with some doubt regarding the position of Ligurian)Any such classification runs into the basic problem that there is a dialect continuum throughout northern Italy, with a continuous transition of spoken dialects between e.g. Venetian and Ladin, or Venetian and Emilio-Romagnolo (usually considered Gallo-Italian). All of these languages are considered innovative relative to the Romance languages as a whole, with some of the Gallo-Italian languages having phonological changes nearly as extreme as standard French (usually considered the most phonologically innovative of the Romance languages). This distinguishes them significantly from standard Italian, which is extremely conservative in its phonology (and notably conservative in its morphology ). [36]Southern Italy and islands [ edit]Approximate distribution of the regional languages of Sardinia and Southern Italy according to the UNESCO's Atlas of the World's Languages in Danger: Corsican Gallurese Sassarese Algherese Catalan Logudorese Sardinian Campidanese Sardinian Molise Croatian Faetar Arbëresh Southern Italian Griko (Salento)Griko (Calabria)Gardiol Gallo-Italic of Sicily Sicilian Native languages of foreigners [ edit]Language [37] Population Romanian 798,364Arabic 476,721Albanian 380,361Spanish 255,459Italian 162,148Chinese 159,597Russian 126,849Ukrainian 119,883French 116,287Serbo-Croatian 93,289Macedonian 92,847Others 950,269Standardised written forms [ edit]The following regional languages of Italy have a standardised written form. This may be widely accepted or used alongside more traditional written forms: Piedmontese: traditional, definitely codified between the 1920s and the 1960s by Pinin Pacòt and Camillo Brero Ligurian: "Grafîa ofiçiâ" created by the Académia Ligùstica do Brénno; [38]Sardinian: "Limba sarda comuna" was experimentally adopted in 2006; [39]Friulian: "Grafie uficiâl" created by the Osservatori Regjonâl de Lenghe e de Culture Furlanis; [40]Ladin: "Grafia Ladina" created by the Istituto Ladin de la Dolomites; [41]Venetian: "Grafia Veneta Unitaria", official manual from Regione Veneto local government published in 1995, although written in Italian. [42]Gallery [ edit]Languages of Italy Detailed map of the languages and language islands of Italy Regional languages of Italy according to Clemente Merlo and Carlo Tagliavini in 1939Main dialectal groups of Italy Main linguistic groups of Italy Officially recognised ethno-linguistic minorities of Italy Percentage of people in Italy having a command of a regional language (Doxa, 1982; Coveri's data, 1984)Percentage of regional bilingualism in Italy (ISTAT, 2015). See also [ edit]Regional Italian La Spezia–Rimini Line Notes [ edit]^ Tagliavini, Carlo (1962). Le origini delle lingue neolatine: introduzione alla filologia romanza. R. Patròn.^ "La variazione diatopica". Archived from the original on February 2012.^ [1] Archived 7 November 2005 at the Wayback Machine.^ AIS, Sprach-und Sachatlas Italiens und der Südschweiz, Zofingen 1928-1940^ "Lingue di Minoranza e Scuola: Carta Generale". Minoranze-linguistiche-scuola.it. Retrieved 8 October 2017.^ "Italy". Ethnologue. 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Ai fini della presente legge, la Regione promuove la rivitalizzazione, la valorizzazione e la diffusione di tutte le varietà locali della lingua lombarda, in quanto significative espressioni del patrimonio culturale immateriale, attraverso: a) lo svolgimento di attività e incontri finalizzati a diffonderne la conoscenza e l'uso; b) la creazione artistica; c) la diffusione di libri e pubblicazioni, l'organizzazione di specifiche sezioni nelle biblioteche pubbliche di enti locali o di interesse locale; d) programmi editoriali e radiotelevisivi; e) indagini e ricerche sui toponimi. 2. La Regione valorizza e promuove tutte le forme di espressione artistica del patrimonio storico linguistico quali il teatro tradizionale e moderno in lingua lombarda, la musica popolare lombarda, il teatro di marionette e burattini, la poesia, la prosa letteraria e il cinema. 3. La Regione promuove, anche in collaborazione con le università della Lombardia, gli istituti di ricerca, gli enti del sistema regionale e altri qualificati soggetti culturali pubblici e privati, la ricerca scientifica sul patrimonio linguistico storico della Lombardia, incentivando in particolare: a) tutte le attività necessarie a favorire la diffusione della lingua lombarda nella comunicazione contemporanea, anche attraverso l'inserimento di neologismi lessicali, l'armonizzazione e la codifica di un sistema di trascrizione; b) l'attività di archiviazione e digitalizzazione; c) la realizzazione, anche mediante concorsi e borse di studio, di opere e testi letterari, tecnici e scientifici, nonché la traduzione di testi in lingua lombarda e la loro diffusione in formato digitale.»^ a b c d e f g Interactive Atlas of the World's Languages in Danger, UNESCO's Endangered Languages Programme, retrieved 2015-10-17^ Degrees of endangerment, UNESCO's Endangered Languages Programme, retrieved 2015-10-17^ "Endangered languages in Europe: report". 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F., Friûl.net, retrieved 2015-10-17^ PUBLICAZIOIGN DEL ISTITUTO LADIN, Istituto Ladin de la Dolomites, retrieved 2015-10-17^ Grafia Veneta Unitaria - Manuale a cura della giunta regionale del Veneto, Commissione regionale per la grafia veneta unitaria, retrieved 2016-12-06References [ edit]Loporcaro, Michele (2009). Profilo linguistico dei dialetti italiani (in Italian). Bari: Laterza. Cravens, Thomas D. (2014). " Italia Linguistica and the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages". Forum Italicum. 48. pp. 202–218. Marcato, Carla (2007). Dialetto, dialetti e italiano (in Italian). Bologna: Il Mulino. Posner, Rebecca (1996). The Romance languages. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Rapetti, Lori, ed. (2000). Phonological theory and the dialects of Italy. Amsterdam Studies in the Theory and History of Linguistic Science, Series IV Current Issues in Linguistic Theory. 212. Amsterdam/Philadelphia: John Benjamins Publishing. External links [ edit]Navig AIS Online version of the Sprach- und Sachatlas Italiens und der Südschweiz (AIS) (Linguistic and Ethnographic Atlas of Italy and Southern Switzerland)An interactive map of languages and dialects in Italy Ethnologue - Languages of Italy Rivista Etnie, linguistica [ show]v t e Languages of Italy [ show]v t e Italy articles [ show]v t e Languages of Europe Categories: Languages of Italy
Cosmography \| Define Cosmography at Dictionary.com cosmography noun, plural cosmographies. 1. a science that describes and maps the main features of the heavens and the earth, including astronomy, geography, and geology. 2. a description or representation of the main features of the universe. Origin of cosmography 1350-1400; Middle English < Greek kosmographía description of the world. See cosmo- , -graphy Related forms [koz-muh-graf-ik] /ˌkɒz məˈgræf ɪk/ (Show IPA), cosmographical, adjective cosmographically, adverb Examples from the Web for cosmography Expand The Long Voyage Carl Richard Jacobi The same has been affirmed also by persons versed in learning and skilled in the science of cosmography. Hernando Cortez John S. C. Abbott In perusal of history, first, provide you some writers in chronology and cosmography. British Dictionary definitions for cosmography Expand a representation of the world or the universe 2. the science dealing with the whole order of nature Derived Forms Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012 Word Origin and History for cosmography Expand "description of the universe," mid-15c., from cosmo- + -graphy . Related: Cosmographic. Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
The September 11 attacks -LRB- also referred to as 9/11 -RRB- The expression `` 9/11 '' is pronounced `` nine eleven '' . The slash is not part of the pronunciation . The name is frequently used in British English as well as in American English , even though the dating conventions differ . were a series of four coordinated terrorist attacks by the Islamic terrorist group al-Qaeda on the United States on the morning of Tuesday , September 11 , 2001 . The attacks killed 2,996 people , injured over 6,000 others , and caused at least $ 10 billion in property and infrastructure damage . Four passenger airliners operated by two major U.S. passenger air carriers -LRB- United Airlines and American Airlines -RRB- -- all of which departed from airports in the northeastern United States bound for California -- were hijacked by 19 al-Qaeda terrorists . Two of the planes , American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175 , were crashed into the North and South towers , respectively , of the World Trade Center complex in New York City . Within an hour and 42 minutes , both 110-story towers collapsed , with debris and the resulting fires causing partial or complete collapse of all other buildings in the World Trade Center complex , including the 47-story 7 World Trade Center tower , as well as significant damage to ten other large surrounding structures . A third plane , American Airlines Flight 77 , was crashed into the Pentagon -LRB- the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense -RRB- in Arlington County , Virginia , leading to a partial collapse of the building 's western side . The fourth plane , United Airlines Flight 93 , initially was steered toward Washington , D.C. , but crashed into a field in Stonycreek Township near Shanksville , Pennsylvania , after its passengers tried to overcome the hijackers . It was the deadliest incident for firefighters and law enforcement officers in the history of the United States , with 343 and 72 killed respectively . Suspicion for the attack quickly fell on al-Qaeda . The United States responded to the attacks by launching the War on Terror and invading Afghanistan to depose the Taliban , which had harbored al-Qaeda . Many countries strengthened their anti-terrorism legislation and expanded the powers of law enforcement and intelligence agencies to prevent terrorist attacks . Although al-Qaeda 's leader , Osama bin Laden , initially denied any involvement , in 2004 he claimed responsibility for the attacks . Al-Qaeda and bin Laden cited U.S. support of Israel , the presence of U.S. troops in Saudi Arabia , and sanctions against Iraq as motives . Having evaded capture for almost a decade , bin Laden was located and killed by SEAL Team Six of the U.S. Navy in May 2011 . The destruction of the World Trade Center and nearby infrastructure caused serious damage to the economy of Lower Manhattan and had a significant effect on global markets , closing Wall Street until September 17 and the civilian airspace in the U.S. and Canada until September 13 . Many closings , evacuations , and cancellations followed , out of respect or fear of further attacks . Cleanup of the World Trade Center site was completed in May 2002 , and the Pentagon was repaired within a year . On November 18 , 2006 , construction of One World Trade Center began at the World Trade Center site . The building was officially opened on November 3 , 2014 . Numerous memorials have been constructed , including the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City , the Pentagon Memorial in Arlington County , Virginia , and the Flight 93 National Memorial in a field in Stonycreek Township near Shanksville , Pennsylvania .
Chloë Grace Moretz ( ; born February 10, 1997) is an American actress and model. She began her acting career in 2004 at age seven. Her early film credits include roles in "The Amityville Horror" (2005), "The Poker House" (2008), "(500) Days of Summer" (2009), "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" (2010) and "Let Me In" (2010).
The population of Paris today is lower than its historical peak of 2.9 million in 1921. The principal reasons were a significant decline in household size, and a dramatic migration of residents to the suburbs between 1962 and 1975. Factors in the migration included de-industrialisation, high rent, the gentrification of many inner quarters, the transformation of living space into offices, and greater affluence among working families. The city's population loss came to an end in the 21st century; the population estimate of July 2004 showed a population increase for the first time since 1954, and the population reached 2,234,000 by 2009.
My Family and Other Animals The book is an autobiographical account of five years in the childhood of naturalist Gerald Durrell, age 10 at the start of the saga, of his family, pets and life during a sojourn on the island of Corfu. The book is divided into three sections, marking the three villas where the family lived on the island. Gerald is the youngest in a family consisting of their widowed mother, the eldest son Larry, the gun-mad Leslie, and diet-obsessed sister Margo together with Roger the dog. They are fiercely protected by their taxi-driver friend Spiro (Spiros "Americano" Halikiopoulos) and mentored by the polymath Dr. Theodore Stephanides who provides Gerald with his education in natural history. Other human characters, chiefly eccentric, include Gerald's private tutors, the artistic and literary visitors Larry invites to stay, and the local people who befriend the family.
Cactus. Prickly pear (Opuntia humifusa) has pads bearing sharp spines that are not technically thorns but stems. Sometimes referred to as nopales, prickly pears are also covered in tufts of short, hair-like spines. Its edible fruit is commonly used in the Southwest and Mexico for making jams and candy.he hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) is a small, bushy tree that produces a bright red berry-type fruit in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9. Despite the long, sharp thorns on its branches, this plant is often used as a garden ornamental due to its lush foliage.
Conservation-restoration of the Statue of Liberty The conservation-restoration of the Statue of Liberty spanned from 1984 to 1986. The Statue of Liberty (Liberty Enlightening the World by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi) is a colossal monument on Liberty Island in New York Harbor and is a part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument. Much of the restoration effort was based on unprecedented restorative methods, owing largely to the fact that metallurgical repair work on such a scale had never been attempted before. Many professional scientists and engineers, government organizations and various consultants were called in to evaluate and deal with the various problems and tasks facing the restoration effort.
Since the start of the 1994–95 season, the FA Cup has been sponsored. However, to protect the identity of the competition, the sponsored name has always included 'The FA Cup' in addition to the sponsor's name, unlike sponsorship deals for the League Cup where the word 'cup' is preceded by only the sponsor's name. Sponsorship deals run for four years, though – as in the case of E.ON – one-year extensions may be agreed. Emirates airline is the sponsor from 2015 to 2018, renaming the competition as 'The Emirates FA Cup', unlike previous editions, which included 'The FA Cup in association with E.ON' and 'The FA Cup with Budweiser'.
Khaled Mohamed Khaled -LRB- born November 26 , 1975 -RRB- , known professionally as DJ Khaled , is an American record producer , radio personality , DJ , record label executive , and author . He previously went by the name Arab Attack , but changed it after the 9/11 attacks , as he did not want to appear insensitive . He was a radio host for the Miami-based urban music radio station WEDR and the DJ for the hip hop group Terror Squad . From 2004 to 2006 , Khaled assisted in the production of the hip-hop albums Real Talk by Fabolous , True Story by Terror Squad , All or Nothing and Me , Myself , & I by Fat Joe . In 2006 , Khaled released his debut studio album Listennn ... the Album . He went on to release We the Best -LRB- 2007 -RRB- , We Global -LRB- 2008 -RRB- , Victory -LRB- 2010 -RRB- , We the Best Forever -LRB- 2011 -RRB- , Kiss the Ring -LRB- 2012 -RRB- and Suffering from Success -LRB- 2013 -RRB- . In 2009 , Khaled became the president of record label Def Jam South and he is also the CEO and founder of We the Best Music Group . Khaled released his eighth studio album , I Changed a Lot , on October 23 , 2015 . In July 2016 he released his ninth studio album Major Key .
The consensus of modern scholarship is that the New Testament accounts represent a crucifixion occurring on a Friday, but a Thursday or Wednesday crucifixion have also been proposed. Some scholars explain a Thursday crucifixion based on a "double sabbath" caused by an extra Passover sabbath falling on Thursday dusk to Friday afternoon, ahead of the normal weekly Sabbath. Some have argued that Jesus was crucified on Wednesday, not Friday, on the grounds of the mention of "three days and three nights" in Matthew before his resurrection, celebrated on Sunday. Others have countered by saying that this ignores the Jewish idiom by which a "day and night" may refer to any part of a 24-hour period, that the expression in Matthew is idiomatic, not a statement that Jesus was 72 hours in the tomb, and that the many references to a resurrection on the third day do not require three literal nights.
Apparently they bob, then walk, then bob, then walk. This means their head does not move when the body moves. [This](_URL_0_) has a nice video. BTW, if you live in a city pigeons are beginning their mating this time of year. The males puff up their neck and make odd (even for pigeon) sounds and do sort of a circular dance with a wing down. The females look like they are ignoring them. Other males will jump in to interrupt or distract.
The Game (U.S. TV series) The Game is an American comedy-drama television series created by Mara Brock Akil. Premiering on October 1, 2006, the series debuted as the only new comedy series chosen for The CW's primetime schedule. Along with Runaway, it was one of only two series on the new network not to be inherited from either of its predecessor networks, The WB and UPN, during the network's first season. The series is a spin-off of the long-running UPN/CW sitcom Girlfriends.
Lincoln (film) Lincoln is a 2012 American epic historical drama film directed and produced by Steven Spielberg, starring Daniel Day-Lewis as United States President Abraham Lincoln.[5] The film also features Sally Field, David Strathairn, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, James Spader, Hal Holbrook and Tommy Lee Jones in supporting performances. The screenplay by Tony Kushner was loosely based on Doris Kearns Goodwin's biography Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, and covers the final four months of Lincoln's life, focusing on his efforts in January 1865 to have the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution passed by the United States House of Representatives.
Nissan Terrano 4x4 launched in Russia; might come to India too - NDTV CarAndBike Nissan Terrano 4x4 launched in Russia; might come to India too Nissan Terrano 4x4 launched in Russia; might come to India too By Vikas Yogi View Photos Nissan , the Japanese automaker has launched the Terrano SUV in Russia at a starting price of 677,000 Roubles (Approximately Rs 11.60 lakh). The Russian Terrano is the same available in India, but with some changes. While the overall design is the same as the Indian version of the Terrano, the car has left hand drive layout and all-black interiors there. In India, the car has beige and black colour interior. 11.22 Lakh * On Road Price (New Delhi) FIND OUT MORE Unlike the Indian Terrano that's available in diesel engine option as well, the Russian market has received the car in two petrol engines - 1.6-litre and 2.0-litre. While the 1.6-litre 102bhp is the same powering the Indian Terrano, the 2.0-litre is the new petrol engine that churns out 135bhp and 191Nm. Also, the Russian Terrano is available in both front wheel and four wheel drive options, coupled to a five-speed manual and 6-speed manual gearbox, respectively. The 2.0-litre engined model gets the 6-speed manual gearbox as standard in both front wheel and four wheel drive versions. The more powerful 2.0-litre engine also receives a four-speed automatic gearbox with a front wheel drive layout. Nissan might also launch the 4x4 version of the Terrano in India, but that should happen only after the Duster 4x4 gets released.
SOMOS PRIMOS lorrilocks@earthlink.net ï¿½ I assume you are referring to the response I prepared on February 15, 2007 to the Office of Personnel Management's "Sixth Annual Report to the President on Hispanic Employment in the Federal Government." If so, I have attached the file containing my brief analysis of that report. Thank you for continuing the fine work that you do. Your publication is important because it serves as a vital clearinghouse of current Hispanic issues taking place across the country. Please keep up the good work and I look forward to staying in touch with you. Gilbert Sandate Editor: Gilbert Sandate recently retired from Director of Workforce, Library of Congress. He has written a report which summarizes the deplorable lack of Latinos in government employment. Click to the article. ï¿½ I So enjoy the articles and stories of our ancestors. I just love the pictures. They tell so much. We have your Somos Primos on our website. Our Hispanic Roots: What History Failed to Tell Us by Carlos B. Vega Under-representation of Hispanic/Latinos Evident throughout Government One: Military Service: DoD Personnel Procurement Data, Incomplete Two: Federal Employment Report Inaccurate Three: PBS produced THE WAR, No Latinos included Four: Latino Museum Bill Receives Senate Hearing, Still in Limbo Civil Rights Giants: Hector P. Garcia, George I. Sanchez, Gustavo Garcia Letter to U.S. Senator Lyndon Johnson, January 10, 1949 Honoring Cesar Chavez by Mercy Bautista Olvera About the Cesar E. Chavez National Holiday Coalition New Book: The Struggle to Unionize America's Farm Workers Life and accomplishments of Chï¿½vez observed in California Education Beating the Odds: Dr. Ronald Navarro Action Item: To Honor DEA Agent Enrique Camarena Coyote Teaching Window of Opportunity for Latinos: Catholic Universities in the Americas Flat Stanley Educational Fun "One of the heroic figures of our time." -Robert F. Kennedy Cesar Chavez was born Cesario (Cesar) Estrada Chavez on March 31, 1927 in Yuma, Arizona. Cesar, the son of Librado Chavez and Juana Estrada-Chavez, immigrants from Chihuahua, Mexico, was named after his paternal grandfather. The family lived on a farm in an adobe house where Cesar was born and grew up. His father Librado agreed to clear acres of land and in exchange believed he would receive the deed of land that adjoined his home. The agreement was broken by dishonest landowners and sadly, the family lost their home. The mistreatment of his father caused young Cesar to learn of the many social injustices that exist. Cesar Chavez later would say "the love for justice that is in us, is not only the best part of our being, but it is also the most true to our nature." Left, Cesar Chavez and one of his sisters (Photo courtesy of the Cesar Chavez Foundation) During the depression, when Cesar was eleven years old his parents and family moved to San Jose, California. The family worked on the fields, and in towns such as Delano, Salinas, and many others. When Cesar Chavez attended school he struggled with the English language as Spanish was his first language and the only one spoken at home. He was often physically punished with a ruler for speaking Spanish at school. Around this time Cesarï¿½s father Librado was injured in a car accident and unable to work, so Cesar decided to quit school and work full time as a migrant worker to help his family. Cesarï¿½s early education years were not the best, but he knew that education was very important. Years later the walls of his office were filled with books on philosophy, economics, unions, and biographies on Mohandas Gandhi and John F. Kennedy. In 1943 sixteen-year-old Ces
According to author Michael Carrithers, while there are good reasons to doubt the traditional account, "the outline of the life must be true: birth, maturity, renunciation, search, awakening and liberation, teaching, death." In writing her biography of the Buddha, Karen Armstrong noted, "It is obviously difficult, therefore, to write a biography of the Buddha that meets modern criteria, because we have very little information that can be considered historically sound... [but] we can be reasonably confident Siddhatta Gotama did indeed exist and that his disciples preserved the memory of his life and teachings as well as they could."[dubious – discuss]
De jure In law and government, de jure (/deɪ ˈdʒʊrɪ/; Latin: de iure, "in law") describes practices that are legally recognized by official laws.[1] In contrast, de facto ("in fact" or "in practice") describes situations that are generally known to exist in reality, even if not legally authorized.[2] The terms are often used to contrast different scenarios, for example, "I know that, de jure, this is supposed to be a parking lot, but now that the flood has left four feet of water here, it’s a de facto swimming pool".[3]
More than 200 newspapers and 350 consumer magazines have an office in the city, and the publishing industry employs about 25,000 people. Two of the three national daily newspapers in the United States are New York papers: The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, which has won the most Pulitzer Prizes for journalism. Major tabloid newspapers in the city include: The New York Daily News, which was founded in 1919 by Joseph Medill Patterson and The New York Post, founded in 1801 by Alexander Hamilton. The city also has a comprehensive ethnic press, with 270 newspapers and magazines published in more than 40 languages. El Diario La Prensa is New York's largest Spanish-language daily and the oldest in the nation. The New York Amsterdam News, published in Harlem, is a prominent African American newspaper. The Village Voice is the largest alternative newspaper.
Arthropods are incredible animals that include insects, arachnids and crustaceans. Together, they make up over eighty percent of all species on the planet Arthropods are incredible animals that include insects, arachnids and crustaceans. Together, they make up over eighty percent of all species on the planet so it is only natural that there are totally beautiful and bizarre examples of these creatures.
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a nucleotide that consists of an adenosine and a ribose linked to three sequential phosphoryl (-PO32-) groups via a phosphoester bond and two phosphoanhydride bonds.ATP is the most abundant nucleotide in the cell and the primary cellular energy currency in all life forms.TP consists of adenosine and is composed of an adenine ring, ribose sugar, and three phosphate groups (triphosphate). The groups of the phosphate group are usually called as the alpha (Î±), beta (Î²), and gamma (Î³) phosphates.
Types of Brain Scans Types of Brain Scans SHAREHome > Brain Tumor Information > Diagnosis Listen Scans generate images of the brain for the purpose of diagnosing tumors. They take the place of x-rays, which do not show tumors located behind the bones of the skull or spine. The most common scans for diagnosis and follow-up are magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computerized tomography (CT). Certain types of brain scans use a special dye, called contrast, to help areas of interest show up better. Contrast dye is usually injected into the body before the scan starts. With the exception of those requiring an injection of contrast dye, scans are relatively painless—like getting a picture taken. The hardest part for some people is to sit or lie still for a long time. The purpose of a scan is to give your doctor a closer look at your brain and to provide information that will assist in your diagnosis. Scanning techniques include: Computed Tomography (CT): This scan combines an x-ray-type device with a computer. The patient lies on a table that slides into a doughnut-shaped opening in a scanning device. The CT scanner circles the head so that x-rays penetrate the brain from many directions. Thousands of x-ray readings are then fed into the computer, which brings the information together into a picture of the brain. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): The MRI scanner is a tunnel-shaped piece of equipment. The patient lies on a table that slides into the scanner, where a magnetic field surrounds the head. Signals are generated from the magnetic field and fed into a computer, which creates a picture of the brain. Flow-Sensitive MRI (FS MRI): This type of combines functional MRI with images of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow. FS MRI can be useful in planning the surgical removal of a skull base tumor, spinal cord tumor, or a tumor causing hydrocephalus (fluid buildup on the brain). Functional MRI (f MRI): f MRI produces MRI images in a faster sequence than traditional MRI. The increased speed shows how oxygen is used in the brain. Prior to or during surgery, f MRI may be useful for showing which areas of the brain control important functions so that these areas can be avoided during the procedure. Dynamic CT or Dynamic MRI: Advances in computer technology have made it possible to use existing scanning equipment to measure cerebral blood volume (CBV) and cerebral blood flow (CBF). Contrast dye is injected, and the scanner immediately starts taking pictures. These new methods provide even better tools for diagnosis. Angiography and MRI Angiography (MRA): Angiography is used to outline the presence and position of blood vessels in the brain. MRA uses a rapid series of MRI scans to follow the blood flow. It can be done with or without the injection of contrast dye. Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS): MRS produces images that show function rather than shape. This technique can show patterns of activity that may be helpful in diagnosing specific tumors and conditions. This technique may also be used to determine how advanced a tumor is. Positron Emission Tomography (PET, FDG-PET): PET is not usually used for diagnosis, but it can help your doctor determine the grade of your tumor. In some cases, it may also be used to tell the difference between recurrent tumor cells, cells killed by radiation, and scar tissue. Single Photon Emission Computerized Tomography (SPECT): SPECT is not usually used to diagnose brain tumors. However, it sometimes provides data that complements information captured in other scans. Magnetoencephalography (MEG): This scan measures the magnetic fields created by nerve cells. No physical contact is required to record these signals. MEG is often used in combination with information from other types of scans. If the results of your scan (s) are not normal, you will be sent back to the doctor for further tests and advice. Sometimes additional scans are required. It is important to note that the information provided here is basic and does not take the place of an in-person assessment by a physician. If you have any questions about how brain tumors are diagnosed, please contact your doctor.
Thor : The Dark World is a 2013 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Thor , produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures . It is the sequel to 2011 's Thor and the eighth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe . The film was directed by Alan Taylor , with a screenplay by Christopher Yost and Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely . It stars Chris Hemsworth , Natalie Portman , Tom Hiddleston , Anthony Hopkins , Stellan Skarsgård , Idris Elba , Christopher Eccleston , Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje , Kat Dennings , Ray Stevenson , Zachary Levi , Tadanobu Asano , Jaimie Alexander , and Rene Russo . In Thor : The Dark World , Thor teams up with Loki to save the Nine Realms from the Dark Elves led by the vengeful Malekith , who intends to plunge the universe into darkness . Development of Thor : The Dark World began in April 2011 , when producer Kevin Feige announced plans for a sequel to follow the crossover film The Avengers . In July 2011 , Kenneth Branagh , the director of Thor , withdrew from the project . Brian Kirk and Patty Jenkins were considered to direct the film before Taylor was hired in January 2012 . The supporting cast filled out in August 2012 , with the hiring of Eccleston , Dennings , and Akinnuoye-Agbaje . Principal photography began in September 2012 in Surrey , England with filming continuing in Iceland and London , before wrapping up in December 2012 . Thor : The Dark World was converted to 3D in post-production . Thor : The Dark World premiered at the Odeon Leicester Square in London on October 22 , 2013 . It was released internationally on October 30 , 2013 , and on November 8 , 2013 , in the United States . The film received mixed reviews , but was a commercial success , grossing over $ 644 million worldwide . A third film , Thor : Ragnarok , is set for release on November 3 , 2017 .
Ted Cain (born c. 1952) is a former American football coach who coached in the college football ranks for over 30 years. He is the former offensive coordinator, former special teams coordinator, and former tight-ends coach at Vanderbilt. He was at Vanderbilt as offensive coordinator and tight ends coach for 9 years under head coach Bobby Johnson whom he followed to Nashville from Furman, his alma mater, and later as tight-ends coach and special teams coordinator under head coach Robbie Caldwell. He coached standouts Jay Cutler and Earl Bennett, both of whom were voted All-SEC during their time in Nashville. Cain started his career in 1977 at Furman and remained there until the 1986 season, where he took over as North Carolina State's offensive coordinator and tight ends coach. He served as offensive coordinator until the 1997 season, when he was hired as the head coach at the Virginia Military Institute.
Percy Faith (April 7, 1908 – February 9, 1976) was a Canadian bandleader, orchestrator, composer and conductor, known for his lush arrangements of pop and Christmas standards. He is often credited with popularizing the "easy listening" or "mood music" format. Faith became a staple of American popular music in the 1950s and continued well into the 1960s. Though his professional orchestra-leading career began at the height of the swing era, Faith refined and rethought orchestration techniques, including use of large string sections, to soften and fill out the brass-dominated popular music of the 1940s.
By the beginning of the 20th century, the city's population had reached 85,050 in 5 square miles (13 km2), making it the most densely populated city in the Southern United States. In 1900, the Census Bureau reported Richmond's population as 62.1% white and 37.9% black. Freed slaves and their descendants created a thriving African-American business community, and the city's historic Jackson Ward became known as the "Wall Street of Black America." In 1903, African-American businesswoman and financier Maggie L. Walker chartered St. Luke Penny Savings Bank, and served as its first president, as well as the first female bank president in the United States. Today, the bank is called the Consolidated Bank and Trust Company, and it is the oldest surviving African-American bank in the U.S. Other figures from this time included John Mitchell, Jr. In 1910, the former city of Manchester was consolidated with the city of Richmond, and in 1914, the city annexed Barton Heights, Ginter Park, and Highland Park areas of Henrico County. In May 1914, Richmond became the headquarters of the Fifth District of the Federal Reserve Bank.
Camryn Grimes She played Cassie Newman on The Young and the Restless starting in 1997. In 2000, at age 10, she became the youngest winner ever of the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actress in a Drama Series; Kimberly McCullough had won it at age 11 ten years earlier. In May 2005, Grimes's character was written off the show when she died from injuries sustained in a car accident. Since departing the show, she has made several guest appearances as Cassie's spirit. In 2014, she began a new role on the series, playing a woman with a resemblance to Cassie, named Mariah Copeland, later revealed to be Cassie's twin sister.[2][3] It was announced on May 5, 2014, that Grimes was put on contract with The Young and the Restless.[4]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day In 1986, Arizona Governor Bruce Babbitt, a Democrat, created a paid state MLK holiday in Arizona by executive order just before he left office, but in 1987, his Republican successor Evan Mecham, citing an attorney general's opinion that Babbitt's order was illegal, reversed Babbitt's decision days after taking office.[14] Later that year, Mecham proclaimed the third Sunday in January to be "Martin Luther King Jr./Civil Rights Day" in Arizona, albeit as an unpaid holiday.[15] In 1990, Arizona voters were given the opportunity to vote on giving state employees a paid MLK holiday. That same year, the National Football League threatened to move Super Bowl XXVII, which was planned for Arizona in 1993, if the MLK holiday was voted down.[16] In the November election, the voters were offered two King Day options: Proposition 301, which replaced Columbus Day on the list of paid state holidays, and Proposition 302, which merged Lincoln's and Washington's birthdays into one paid holiday to make room for MLK Day. Both measures failed to pass, with only 49% of voters approving Prop 302, the more popular of the two options; although some who voted "no" on 302 voted "yes" on Prop 301.[17] Consequently, the state lost the chance to host Super Bowl XXVII, which was subsequently held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California.[16] In a 1992 referendum, the voters, this time given only one option for a paid King Day, approved state-level recognition of the holiday.[18]
William Henry Gates III -LRB- born October 28 , 1955 -RRB- is the co-founder of Microsoft and is an American business magnate , investor , author and philanthropist . In 1975 , Gates and Paul Allen co-founded Microsoft , which became the world 's largest PC software company . During his career at Microsoft , Gates held the positions of chairman , CEO and chief software architect , while also being the largest individual shareholder until May 2014 . Gates stepped down as chief executive officer of Microsoft in January 2000 , but he remained as chairman and created the position of chief software architect for himself . In June 2006 , Gates announced that he would be transitioning from full-time work at Microsoft to part-time work and full-time work at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation . He gradually transferred his duties to Ray Ozzie and Craig Mundie . He stepped down as chairman of Microsoft in February 2014 , taking on a new post as technology adviser to support the then newly appointed CEO Satya Nadella . Gates is one of the best-known entrepreneurs of the personal computer revolution . He has been criticized for his business tactics , which have been considered anti-competitive , an opinion that has in some cases been upheld by numerous court rulings . Later in his career , Gates pursued a number of philanthropic endeavors , donating large amounts of money to various charitable organizations and scientific research programs through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation , established in 2000 . Since 1987 , Gates has been included in the Forbes list of the world 's wealthiest people . Gates is the richest person in the world , with an estimated net worth of US$ 88.5 billion . In 2009 , Gates and Warren Buffett founded The Giving Pledge , whereby they and other billionaires pledge to give at least half of their wealth to philanthropy .
Sweet Emotion. Sweet Emotion is a song by the American rock band Aerosmith, released by Columbia Records in April 1975 on the album Toys in the Attic and was released as a single a month later on May 19. The song began a string of pop hits and large-scale mainstream success for the band that would continue for the remainder of the 1970s.
Benjamin Franklin died on April 17, 1790, at the age of 84. It is believed he that he died from an attack of pleurisy, a lung condition. Benjamin Franklin died on April 17, 1790, at the age of 84. <br /> It is believed he that he died from an attack of pleurisy, a lung condition.
Machiavelli’s The Prince: Still Relevant after All These Years \| BU Today \| Boston University Machiavelli’s The Prince: Still Relevant after All These Years Historians consider book’s five-century legacy tonight 02.06.2013 By John O’Rourke share it! 10 Niccoló Machiavelli wrote The Prince in 1513, but it wasn’t published until 1532, five years after his death. This portrait of the author, by Santi di Tito, hangs in the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence, Italy. In a recent interview with the New York Times , Pulitzer Prize–winning author Jared Diamond was asked which book he would require President Obama to read if he could. His answer? Niccoló Machiavelli’s The Prince, written 500 years ago. His explanation was that while Machiavelli “is frequently dismissed today as an amoral cynic who supposedly considered the end to justify the means,” he is, in fact, “a crystal-clear realist who understands the limits and uses of power.” Diamond, whose books include Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies, said that what continues to make The Prince compelling reading for today’s political leaders is Machiavelli’s insistence “that we are not helpless at the hands of bad luck.” The slender political treatise is one of the most influential and controversial books published in Western literature. Critics have long debated whether The Prince, which famously argues that the ends—no matter how immoral—justify the means for preserving political authority, was written as a satire, or as British philosopher and Nobel laureate Bertrand Russell once said, as “a handbook for gangsters.” While Machiavelli’s intent is unknown, this much is indisputable: the book continues to be a searing meditation on the means some people use to get and maintain power. Among the precepts espoused by Machiavelli: leaders should always mask their true intentions, avoid inconsistency, and frequently “act against mercy, against faith, against humanity, against frankness, against religion, in order to preserve the state.” His name has become synonymous with cunning tyrants. To celebrate the book’s 500th anniversary (it was written in 1513, but not published until 1532, five years after the author’s death), the College of Arts & Sciences history department is hosting a special event, Machiavelli’s The Prince after 500 Years , at 7 p.m. tonight in the Photonics Center. It is free and open to the public. Photo by Kalman Zabarsky The panelists are Canadian scholar and politician Michael Ignatieff, who as leader of the Liberal Party of Canada was leader of the opposition from 2008 to 2011 and now teaches at Harvard and the University of Toronto; Edward Muir, a Northwestern University history professor, who has written widely about the Renaissance; and James Johnson (right), a CAS associate professor of history and author of two prize-winning books, Listening in Paris: A Cultural History and Venice Incognito: Masks in the Serene Republic . BU Today spoke with Johnson, recipient of a 1996 Metcalf Award for Excellence in Teaching and former CAS assistant dean and director of the Core Curriculum, about why Machiavelli’s masterwork continues to resonate. BU Today: What was Machiavelli’s intent in writing The Prince? Johnson: That is one of the great unknowable questions. Some say he wanted to empower tyrants; others say he listed their crimes the better to expose them. Readers across the ages have found support for all kinds of causes: monarchists, defenders of republics, cynics, idealists, religious zealots, religious skeptics. Whatever its intent, one thing is clear. The book follows its declared purpose fearlessly and without hesitation: to show rulers how to survive in the world as it is and not as it should be. Was he arguing that the ends justify the means, or is that assessment too simple? Machiavelli is famous, or infamous, for shifting the sense of “virtue” from moral worth to effectiveness. The virtuous figures of The Prince are those who do whatever it takes to seize and maintain foreign territory, even if it entails the grossest violations. This is a morality
What is a Receptionist? What is a Receptionist? Receptionists might find themselves answering phones, entering data, directing schedules, ensuring office operations run smoothly and even managing projects and events. As the initial point of contact, receptionists help form a visitor's first impression of a business or organization. A receptionist position often serves as a steppingstone into the workforce – attracting young and relatively inexperienced people. However, receptionists at some organizations fill valuable positions that are critical to the operations and success of an employer. Although these professionals can be found in virtually every industry, personal care services, dentists and physicians employed about a quarter of all receptionists in 2016. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects receptionist employment growth of 9 percent between 2016 and 2026, which translates to 95,700 new jobs. Continued employment growth in health care will likely support the creation of receptionist positions in the next decade, with physician and dentist offices providing the most job opportunities. Quick Stats$27,920Median Salary5.0%Unemployment Rate95,700Number of Jobs Rankings Receptionists rank #22 in Best Business Jobs . Jobs are ranked according to their ability to offer an elusive mix of factors. Read more about how we rank the best jobs . Receptionists are ranked:#22 in Best Business Jobs5.3Overall Scorecard Salary 4.2Job Market 8Future Growth 4Stress 6Work Life Balance 6Read about how we rank the best jobs. How Much Does a Receptionist Make? The median annual salary for receptionists was $27,920 in 2016, or $13.42 an hour, according to the BLS. The best-paid in the profession earned more than $40,380, while the lowest-paid earned less than $19,530.75th Percentile $34,280Median $27,92025th Percentile $22,700How Much do Receptionists Make in Your City? See current salary offers for jobs in your field. See Full Salary Details »What Type of Education Do Receptionists Need? Receptionists only need a high school diploma or its equivalent, but college graduates may seek receptionist positions as a strategic move to get their foot in the door at a desirable company in their career field. Knowing how to operate office equipment, such as photocopiers, sophisticated phone and paging systems, and mailroom equipment is a plus, but most of the training occurs on the job. Some receptionists may eventually advance to become executive-level assistants at large corporate employers. Job Satisfaction Average Americans work well into their 60s, so workers might as well have a job that’s enjoyable and a career that's fulfilling. A job with a low stress level, good work-life balance and solid prospects to improve, get promoted and earn a higher salary would make many employees happy. Here's how Receptionists job satisfaction is rated in terms of upward mobility, stress level and flexibility. Upward Mobility Low Opportunities for advancements and salary Stress Level Average Work environment and complexities of the job's responsibilities Flexibility Average Alternative working schedule and work life balance Advice From Real Receptionists »Previous: Job Openings Next: Salary Recommended Articles Everyone Matters When It Comes to References Ray Bixler \| April 5, 2018It is time to begin considering your co-workers as potential references. Hot New-Collar Jobs Rebecca Koenig, Nancy Pham \| April 4, 2018Skills, not education level, define these careers, which are plentiful in areas such as Pittsburgh, Portland and Boston. Ensure a Successful Internship Hannah Morgan \| April 4, 2018How will you make sure your internship is all you want it to be? How to Find a Mentor for Career Success Hallie Crawford \| April 3, 2018Here is an easy guide to finding a valuable career asset. How to Adapt to the Tech Revolution Rebecca Koenig \| April 2, 2018Find out what digital skills you need to compete for a job, and learn about new ways to develop them. Caring Too Much About What Co-Workers Think Robin Madell \| April 2, 2018Is your 'disease to please' getting the better of you at work? Handling Vacation Shaming in the Office Vicki Salemi \| March 29, 2018Find the source of the problem and take time off with confidence. How to Transition to a New Career Arnie Fertig \| March 28, 2018Are you sick of your job and want to do something completely different? Fantastic Jobs and Where to Find Them Rebecca Koenig, Melissa Shin \| March 26, 2018Use these interactive maps to find openings for hot jobs. Explore Your Career Options This Year Rachel Bitte \| March 23, 2018It's the perfect time to nab your dream job. Load More
There are many names for God, and different names are attached to different cultural ideas about God's identity and attributes. In the ancient Egyptian era of Atenism, possibly the earliest recorded monotheistic religion, this deity was called Aten, premised on being the one "true" Supreme Being and Creator of the Universe. In the Hebrew Bible and Judaism, "He Who Is", "I Am that I Am", and the tetragrammaton YHWH are used as names of God, while Yahweh and Jehovah are sometimes used in Christianity as vocalizations of YHWH. In the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, God, consubstantial in three persons, is called the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. In Judaism, it is common to refer to God by the titular names Elohim or Adonai, the latter of which is believed by some scholars to descend from the Egyptian Aten. In Islam, the name Allah, "Al-El", or "Al-Elah" ("the God") is used, while Muslims also have a multitude of titular names for God. In Hinduism, Brahman is often considered a monistic deity. Other religions have names for God, for instance, Baha in the Bahá'í Faith, Waheguru in Sikhism, and Ahura Mazda in Zoroastrianism.
Spurtles at dawn for porridge-makers \| Strathspey and Badenoch Herald \| Features Tweet Spurtles at dawn for porridge-makers Lynn Benge, who was crowned World Champion Porridge-maker last year, and hopes to defend her title this year. SPURTLES are at the ready with an invitation to porridge-makers far and wide to battle it out for the title of World Porridge Making Champion 2006. The 13th annual World Porridge Making Championship is set to be held in Carrbridge on Sunday, October 8. The organisers of this popular event are now calling for entries from anyone who thinks they are worthy of taking the world title. Entries are invited from restaurant and hotel chefs, as well as guest houses and bed and breakfast establishments across Scotland and further afield, as well as individuals who consider themselves to make a championship bowl of porridge. The title of World Porridge Making Champion is awarded to the contender deemed to have made the best traditional porridge using oatmeal, water and salt. As well as the coveted title and the 'Golden Spurtle trophy, the winner of the competition, sponsored by Scotlands leading oatmeal producer, Hamlyns of Scotland, will receive a £350 hotel voucher and a cash prize of £250. Contestants are also invited to enter the 'Speciality Porridge competition, for porridge with other ingredients added. The speciality section is sponsored by Columba Cream and has a cash prize of £150, while the winner also receives a special quaich named in memory of four-times World Porridge Making Champion, Duncan Hilditch. The championship, which is to be among the events included in the celebration of the Highland Year of Culture 2007, is followed with interest by connoisseurs of the traditional national dish across the globe. This years panel of judges includes George McIvor, chairman of the Master Chefs of Great Britain; Master Chefs Scottish chairman Colin Bussey, who is executive head chef at the prestigious Glen-eagles Hotel, and celebrity guest, Scottish cookery writer and demonstrator, Fi Bird. Among those who have already signed up to take part in the championship are last years winner, Carrbridge guest house owner Lynn Benge, and speciality winner Lara Smith, from the Buccleuch Arms Hotel in Moffat. Mrs Benge said she would be doing her best to defend her title. It has been a fantastic year, with no end of TV, radio and press coverage, as well as guests, including a couple from South Africa, who have come to stay at our guesthouse just because they had heard about the championship, she said. The annual event is organised by Carrbridge Community Council, whose chairman, Scott Bruce, said everyone was looking forward to this years contest, which starts with a Toast to the Porridge and piper-led procession along the village main street. Mr Bruce commented: This prestigious annual event has built up an international following and generates a huge amount of interest across the world. Last year we had a strong line-up of contenders of all nationalities, and we expect this years contest to be just as exciting. Mr Alan Meikle, general manager and director of main sponsors Hamlyns of Scotland, said: Hamlyns are delighted to continue to support the World Porridge Making Championship, which continues to go from strength to strength. There is a huge increasing interest in the benefits of porridge, with people becoming more aware of the importance of oats in the diet, and the championship provides a great opportunity to highlight the healthy eating message, with porridge cooked in the traditional way. As well as the main championship event, there is the Carrbridge Challenge with a 5km, 3km and minis fun run sponsored by Nairns Oatcakes. Also forming part of the programme are the Cairngorm Farmers Market; product tastings; craft stalls; live music and street entertainment. Further details about the championship and an entry form can be found on the website at www.goldenspurtle.com .
Nexus 6 review: Google shows it can make a big-screen phone Nexus 6 review: Google shows it can make a big-screen phone Brad Molen11.12.14 Comments0Shares Nexus 6Get more info More86Scores Engadget86Critic 7 Reviews8.6Users 21 Reviews8Key Specs Type Smartphone Operating system Android Screen size 5.922Internal memory 321Camera Yes Carriers (US) AT&TFrom $650.00Which is easier to juggle on your daily commute: a small smartphone and tablet together, or a 6-inch phone that merges features from both? Consumers once leaned toward the former, but many have lately changed their minds. The so-called phablet has come a long way since Samsung came out with the first Galaxy Note in 2011, and now it's not uncommon to see several of them as you walk down the street. Nearly every manufacturer has at least one or two such devices in their lineup, so it's about time Google stepped in with some outsized hardware of its own. The company just launched the Nexus 6, a 6-inch phone made in collaboration Motorola that comes with a winning feature list and is just as glorious as the Moto X it shares a likeness with. Aside from being a strong handset in its own right, it's meant to be a blueprint to inspire Google's partners as they work on their own devices. It's not as affordable as Nexus phones from the past two years, but at $649 it's still less than most premium-grade flagships of similar size. With that in mind, let's find out if the Nexus 6 serves as an encouragement... or a disappointment. Gallery: Nexus 6 review \| 53 Photos+49Engadget Score Poor Uninspiring Good Excellent Key Google Nexus 86Pros Beautiful hardware Great performance High-res display Android Lollipop brings fresh design and features Reasonably priced for what it is Cons Battery life is average at best Not great for one-handed use Camera stumbles with low-light shots Summary The Nexus 6 is Google's first attempt at a phablet, and is the most premium Nexus we've seen to date. It's powerful, high-res and comes with the latest and greatest version of Android. But be warned that it's difficult to use with one hand, and its battery life is average at best. Hardware The Nexus 6 is not only named for its nearly 6-inch screen size, but also its order in the series. It joins a prestigious lineup of devices Google has crafted as examples to its Android partners, each one acting as a physical manifestation of the company's mobile vision for the coming year. It only takes a quick look at the Nexus 6 to figure out what Google's focusing on this time around: phablets and premium quality. It's a jarring contrast to last year's Nexus 5, which fit the mold for an affordable, yet high-end phone; at $349, it was the best smartphone you could buy (it's still among the best, a full year later), whereas the Nexus 6, which starts at $649, comes with an even better spec sheet and looks much fancier and... well, more expensive. Both are good options, but you aren't going to be buying the new Nexus on a whim. Google's new phone doesn't look anything like its predecessors, but it has a rather uncanny resemblance to the Moto X. In fact, it looks almost exactly like a blown-up version of Motorola's flagship, with only a few exceptions. That's a good move on Google's part, because the X is beautifully designed and well-built. It didn't become a doppelgänger by accident -- the N6 was built in collaboration with Motorola, and was announced just six weeks after the X debuted. It's fashioned with the same metal frame and curved (fingerprint-friendly) polycarbonate back, albeit without the vast array of customizable color options; no bamboo or wood, just dark blue and white for now. Another key difference between the X and the N6 is the dimple on the back. The former features a metallic ring that distractingly screams for your attention, while the latter uses a soft depression that's indented in the plastic back itself (like the original Moto X) in a way that doesn't interrupt the design. It could be argued that this point is rendered moot by the mammoth Nexus logo underneath, as well as Motorola's signature "M," but at least the dimple looks better. The front of the phone comes with stereo speakers, another improvement over the X; they remind me of HTC's Boom Sound, and are just as loud as the audio on the One M8. Smart move, since large phones should come with stellar media experiences; if you have a big, Quad HD display, you don't want to ruin a good movie by having horrible audio. At 10.1mm thick, the Nexus 6 is thicker than the average phone, but it doesn't look or feel like it. That's because it's a curvaceous phone that starts out thick in the middle and tapers down to incredibly thin edges. Whereas the i Phone 6 Plus and Nokia Lumia 1520 have thin, rounded (and thus sharp) edges, the Nexus 6 comes with flat sides, providing a comfortable fit and feel because they aren't digging into my fingers every time I grab onto the device. A big phone like the Nexus is also going to be heavier than most: The N6 is 6.49 ounces (184g), more than the 6.07-ounce i Phone 6 Plus or Samsung's 6.21-ounce Galaxy Note 4. Yet for some reason -- perhaps the way that weight is distributed -- I've never given this stat a second thought. It's no lightweight, but the extra grams won't be a discouraging factor for most. I'm not going to knock Google for creating a large-screened phone, because there's a huge market for it. For every person that gives me a weird look for using one, there's another who pines for a larger screen to view more text, watch videos on Netflix and to look at pictures. Personally, I like big phones as long as I can use them efficiently in one-handed scenarios (I find myself in those situations a lot). And unfortunately, this is an area where the Nexus 6 suffers. Each time I used it with one hand it turned into an exercise in maintaining balance. The plastic is slick and I simply can't reach my thumb everywhere it needs to go without contorting my hands. If you buy the phone, go in with the expectation that you'll handle it with both paws most of the time. The screen isn't just big -- it's as high-definition as you can get these days, thanks to the Quad HD AMOLED panel. That's 2,560 x 1,440 pixels spread over the 5.96-inch display, which comes out to a pixel density of 493 ppi. It's technically not as dense as the Galaxy Note 4, which uses the same number of pixels on a smaller screen, but you'll be hard-pressed to notice a difference in quality between the two. As with the Note 4, it's a beautiful sight, but the improvement over 1080p isn't as significant as it would be on, say, a TV. As long as the higher resolution doesn't impair the battery life, I have no problem with that spec; if it involves a trade-off of power efficiency, however, it's not worth it. The display itself is a little on the saturated side, though not as heavy on the extra color as the Note 4. Then again, Samsung might go more overboard with the saturation, but it at least includes various display modes allowing you to adjust the color. Moving on, darks are just as dark, though the whites seem to have a warmer temperature and aren't as bright (though it's at least much better than the Nexus 5's LCD panel, which bleeds light like crazy). Viewing angles are good, and I can see it reasonably well in direct sunlight. It also comes with an ambient display mode, which is a similar concept to what you'll find on the Moto X. When you pick up the device off of a flat surface or whenever a new notification arrives, the display shows your notifications in a very dim white glow. This is a nice feature that lets you see what just showed up without having to activate the entire lockscreen each time the phone buzzes or beeps, which hopefully helps conserve battery life and makes it less distracting and more convenient for the user. Update: One area of the display I initially overlooked (thanks to Ron Amadeo at Ars Technica for finding it!) is its auto-brightness setting. When turned on and set to the lowest possible brightness, the display changes to a pinkish glow. By doing so, it effectively makes the screen one of the dimmest I've ever seen; this actually comes in incredibly handy when I'm trying to read something in a pitch dark room -- such as when I'm in bed. And obviously, if you don't care for the pink hue or need it a little brighter, you can easily adjust the settings. Android 5.0You'll forgive me for leaving this section a tad shorter than normal. Continuing its history of releasing new firmware in tandem with new hardware, Google has introduced Android 5.0 Lollipop, building it into the Nexus 6 and the Nexus 9 tablet. Since we already spent some time with the Nexus 9, I was able to take a close look at the OS in my preview, so wander over there to get the full lowdown on what's new. In a nutshell, though, Lollipop comes with a fresh new look known as Material Design, which attempts to apply physical rules to a digital interface. It's clean, minimal and alive, thanks to a litany of animations that react to your touch. It seeks to eliminate as many distractions as possible so you can concentrate on the task at hand. Google accomplishes this in a couple ways: through actionable notifications that drop down from the top of the screen, and a do not disturb mode with imposable time limits and white lists. Lollipop also brings performance and battery life enhancements, as well as a Smart Lock feature that lets you bypass the lock screen as long as your Bluetooth device is nearby. It's definitely one of the biggest updates Android has ever seen. And I like it: It's fun to use and easy on the eyes. But despite Lollipop's fancy new design and useful features, its presence on the Nexus 6 highlights one of the update's few weaknesses: the one-handed experience. Unless your hands are much larger than mine (I believe I'm in the average category), the new Nexus is nigh impossible to operate without the assistance of a second set of phalanges; the curved back helps somewhat, but the slippery polycarbonate doesn't. You could argue that this is a problem with most large phones, and that it's just one of the compromises you'll have to make in exchange for a tablet-like experience. But several manufacturers have found ways to enhance one-handed use; the 5.7-inch Note 4, for instance, comes with extra menus that make the phone easier to operate when you only have one hand free. Stock Android on the Nexus 6 lacks these kinds of handy features. This is definitely something you'll need to overlook if you're interested in getting the latest and greatest Nexus. Lollipop also doesn't do much to take advantage of the additional space. Having a larger screen makes it so you can read more text at a time from a book or Chrome page, but the new update lacks features like split-screen mode and floating apps, which can be incredibly useful when you're trying to multitask. Additionally, none of Android's native apps come with extra panes when you turn the phone onto its side and use it in landscape mode. You can't even convert the home screen into landscape, which can be slightly annoying if you're trying to move from one app to another (at least Overview works this way, but that's only helpful if you're switching to an app or Chrome tab that you've recently used). Just like on the original Moto X, the Nexus 6 (and any Lollipop-supported device with the right hardware) comes with voice activation, allowing you to use "OK Google" as the voice trigger. However, you don't get the chance to make up your own phrase, as you can on the Moto X; it's unfortunate that Motorola didn't work with Google to incorporate the feature this time around. In general, too, the voice activation still needs a little more work on the N6 -- it didn't always hear my voice. Strangely, the double-tap-to-wake feature, which was shown off in early hands-on demos and prominently featured on the Nexus 9, is now nowhere to be seen. I've asked Google for comment, and a company rep simply responded that the feature is not included on the device right now. It seems odd that it got left out of the final product, as it would've made it a little easier to handle the phone with one hand. Camera The Nexus lineup is designed to express Google's hardware vision for Android manufacturers. Historically, however, we'd have to take its imaging "vision" with a grain of salt: The past few Nexus' cameras have been mediocre at best. Combine this tradition with the subpar shooters on Motorola's latest phones, and you'll understand why I didn't have high expectations for the Nexus 6's camera going into this review. Its 13-megapixel rear module means you'll at least get a higher resolution than the 8MP Nexus 5, and it also comes with optical image stabilization, a pleasant addition. It should also be better than its predecessor at taking low-light shots thanks to its f/2.0 aperture (a bump up from f/2.4 on the N5). If you've used the latest stock Android camera app, you'll feel at home on the N6. You can pull up a camera mode menu by swiping out from the left edge; this lets you choose among camera, video, panorama, lens blur and Photo Sphere (yep, it's still supported). Like Motorola's other phones, it's missing some manual options; you can change resolution and exposure, but not white balance, ISO, shutter speed or anything else. You can do a ton of tweaks after the fact, though it's best not to rely on that every time you take a cruddy shot. Also, you can still access the camera directly from the lock screen, as you've been able to do in previous versions of Android, with one difference: You have to swipe directly left from the camera icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen in order to activate it. (Same goes for the phone dialer, which requires swiping directly right. )Gallery: Nexus 6 sample shots \| 85 Photos+81I was pleasantly surprised at how well the Nexus 6 did at taking daylight shots. Google did a better job with the imaging experience overall, compared to the Nexus 5. Most of my images were well detailed and crisp. What it lacks in manual controls it makes up for in the default experience -- much like the i Phone experience, you can take a shot without worrying about how it's going to turn out. HDR mode is subtle yet effective, white balance is good and colors are a tad saturated in some situations but are kept within reason. I'd see blown-out highlights on occasion as well, but never was it so blatant that it completely ruined the photo. A camera with such a large aperture should bode well for nighttime shots, but unless you use the dual-LED flash to brighten up your subjects, you're not going to see much of anything. This comes as a bit of a surprise, especially since even the Nexus 5 did a better job of picking up light in dark settings (albeit with a lot of noise). If you're going to be taking a lot of pictures at night, this isn't going to work out for you. The camera also typically chooses a slower shutter time when light becomes scarce, so fast-moving kids and other objects can turn into the Blur. Taking pictures using HDR mode requires a bit of patience; it takes a few seconds to switch into HDR from regular mode, and once you fire off a shot, it takes an unusually long time to process. This can be frustrating when compared to many other devices capable of processing HDR in real-time, so you can even see what the photo will look like before you've even taken it. Not so here. (High-res samples will be available here shortly. )Performance and battery life The new Nexus comes with the best chipset you can get on any Android device right now: The Qualcomm Snapdragon 805. This is the same So C found on the Samsung Galaxy Note 4, Note Edge and Motorola Droid Turbo (Moto Maxx), and comes with four 2.65GHz Krait 450 cores and a top-of-the-line Adreno 420 graphics processor. If you want the power without having to futz around with Touch Wiz or availability restrictions, the Nexus 6 is going to take very good care of you. The N6 is among the most capable smartphones on the market, at least from a real-use perspective. (Some benchmarks don't agree, as you'll see below, but it's a mixed bag.) Sure, it doesn't come with 64-bit support, but this wasn't a problem for me; everything from the mundane tasks to the graphic-intensive games like NOVA 3, Modern Combat 5 and Asphalt 8 ran as smoothly as possible on a smartphone -- and for a phone that has such a large screen pushing a Quad HD resolution, that's never a sure thing. With the Nexus 6, that combination of power and display makes the gaming experience even better than it normally is on a flagship smartphone. Nexus 6 Moto X (2014) Samsung Galaxy Note 4Geekbench 33,286 2,986 2,746Vellamo 3.0 Multicore1,479 2,093 1,8083DMark IS Unlimited23,233 19,568 20,692Sun Spider 1.0 (ms)782 787 793GFXBench 3.0 Manhattan (fps)18.7 off/11.9 on 11.9 off/12.8 on 18.8 off/11.1 on CF-Bench34,968 39,018 43,324Sun Spider: lower scores are better Of course, that combo may be great for gaming, but it's normally a death sentence for your beloved battery life. The N6's 3,220m Ah cell is identical in size to the Note 4, but the Nexus is burdened with far greater expectations; it comes with stock Android (read: no Touch Wiz) and makes use of Project Volta, Google's new effort to make Android more power efficient. But Project Volta needs some work. The Nexus 6 doesn't have terrible battery life, but it's definitely not as good as many similarly sized phones. I used the device extensively at Engadget Expand last weekend, and I was lucky if the phone got more than 13 or 14 hours. A battery of that size and supposed power efficiency should still have juice left over after a full day of heavy use, and the 6 just wasn't up to the task. Most days, I could only get around four hours of screen-on time. As you'd expect, moderate to light usage will get you through two days, but it's much more likely that you'll be taking advantage of the large screen for both normal smartphone use and tablet-like consumption as well, and it needs to get through a full day at minimum with that kind of use. Fortunately the Nexus 6 comes with Qualcomm's Quick Charging and Qi wireless charging, so you have more options to add more juice to your battery life faster and in more places. The competition While the Nexus 5 was in a class all its own last fall, the same can't be said about the 6 -- not in price or size. The 32GB model costs $649 unlocked and 64GB is an extra $50 (both of which are a better deal storage-wise than the i Phones 6). That puts it in direct competition with most flagship devices currently on the market. To be fair, most big-screened devices -- anything larger than 5.5-inches -- sell for even more, which means the N6 is one of the best deals you'll find for a top-of-the-line smartphone of that size and quality. The Note 4, which is slightly smaller, but comes with 32GB internal storage, micro SD support, a removable battery and an S Pen, is unlocked on Amazon for around $820. Additionally, the i Phone 6 Plus starts at $749 for 16GB ($849 for 64GB and $949 for 128GB). Those may be the most popular options, but there are less expensive large-screened devices: The Huawei Ascend Mate 2 is $300 and has a 6.1-inch 720p display, Snapdragon 400 chipset and much larger 4,050m Ah battery. There's also the 5.5-inch LG G3, which has a Quad HD display, Snapdragon 801 and slightly smaller battery than the N6; it's now going for around $500 unlocked online. It's a tough market for big phones right now, and Google's new Nexus fits right in the middle of them all. For what it's worth, if you need something larger than the Note 4, the N6 is your best premium option. ( Update: The Nexus 6 will be available on Google Play, Motorola's website and through US carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint and Verizon, though carrier pricing differs slightly from Google's and Motorola's. Keep in mind that some carrier versions may come locked, so if you want to ensure that your model is unlocked, go through Google or Motorola instead. Inventory will likely be pretty limited at first, though, so you'll want to keep a close eye on those channels. )Wrap-up In general, Google's first shot at a large-screened device (not to mention its first Nexus collaboration with Motorola) is a good one. The Nexus 6 comes with features that the Moto X should have had in the first place, including a powerful next-gen Snapdragon processor, improved camera, new version of Android and a premium design. Watching movies on the N6 is a treat, with loud, front-facing stereo speakers and a Quad HD display. And while the $649 price may seem high, it's actually lower than the Note 4, i Phone 6 Plus and other large phones with top-notch specs. What it lacks is a little more telling. Its mediocre battery life indicates that Google's Project Volta could use some TLC. Additionally, if you're buying the phone because it has a big screen and you want to use it as a phone/tablet hybrid, you're not only trading off a comfortable one-handed experience, but you're also doing so without features that take advantage of the extra real estate, like Multi Window or dual-pane mode for when the phone is in landscape. 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The Cherokee Nation instigated a 10-year language preservation plan that involved growing new fluent speakers of the Cherokee language from childhood on up through school immersion programs as well as a collaborative community effort to continue to use the language at home. This plan was part of an ambitious goal that in 50 years, 80% or more of the Cherokee people will be fluent in the language. The Cherokee Preservation Foundation has invested $3 million into opening schools, training teachers, and developing curricula for language education, as well as initiating community gatherings where the language can be actively used. There is a Cherokee language immersion school in Tahlequah, Oklahoma that educates students from pre-school through eighth grade. Graduates are fluent speakers of the language. Several universities offer Cherokee as a second language, including the University of Oklahoma and Northeastern State University.
Cordozar Calvin Broadus , Jr. -LRB- born October 20 , 1971 -RRB- , known professionally as Snoop Dogg -LRB- sometimes shortened to Snoop and formerly called Snoop Doggy Dogg and Snoop Lion -RRB- , is an American rapper and actor from Long Beach , California . His music career began in 1992 when he was discovered by Dr. Dre of N.W.A , and as a result was prominently featured throughout Dr. Dre 's solo debut album , The Chronic -LRB- 1992 -RRB- . He has since sold over twenty-three million albums in the United States and thirty-five million albums worldwide . Snoop 's debut album , Doggystyle , was released in 1993 under Death Row Records , debuting at number one on both the Billboard 200 and Billboard Top R&B / Hip-Hop Albums charts . Selling almost a million copies in the first week of its release , Doggystyle became certified 4 × platinum in 1994 and spawned several hit singles , including `` What 's My Name ? '' and `` Gin & Juice '' . In 1994 Snoop released a soundtrack on Death Row Records for the short film Murder Was The Case , starring himself . His second album Tha Doggfather -LRB- 1996 -RRB- , also debuted at number one on both charts with `` Snoop 's Upside Ya Head '' , as the lead single . The album was certified double platinum in 1997 . After leaving Death Row Records , Snoop signed with No Limit Records , where he recorded his next three albums . Da Game Is to Be Sold , Not to Be Told -LRB- 1998 -RRB- , No Limit Top Dogg -LRB- 1999 -RRB- , and Tha Last Meal -LRB- 2000 -RRB- . Snoop then signed with Priority/Capitol/EMI Records in 2002 , where he released Paid tha Cost to Be da Boss . He then signed with Geffen Records in 2004 for his next three albums R&G -LRB- Rhythm & Gangsta -RRB- : The Masterpiece , Tha Blue Carpet Treatment , and Ego Trippin ' . Malice 'n Wonderland -LRB- 2009 -RRB- , and Doggumentary -LRB- 2011 -RRB- , were released on Priority . Snoop Dogg has starred in motion pictures and hosted several television shows , including Doggy Fizzle Televizzle , Snoop Dogg 's Father Hood , and Dogg After Dark . He also coaches a youth football league and high school football team . In September 2009 , Snoop was hired by EMI as the chairman of a reactivated Priority Records . In 2012 , after a trip to Jamaica , Snoop announced a conversion to the Rastafari movement and a new alias , Snoop Lion . Under the new moniker , he released a reggae album , Reincarnated , and a documentary film of the same name , of his Jamaican experience , in early 2013 . His fourteenth solo studio album , Coolaid , was released in July 2016 . Snoop Dogg holds the dubious distinction of having seventeen Grammy nominations without a win . In March 2016 , the night before WrestleMania 32 in Arlington , Texas , Snoop was inducted into the celebrity wing of the WWE Hall of Fame having made several appearances for the company , including as Master of Ceremonies during a match at Wrestlemania XXIV .
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What Is Meningitis? What Is Meningitis? In this Article What Causes Meningitis? Bacterial Meningitis Viral Meningitis Fungal Meningitis Who's More Likely to Get Meningitis? Meningitis is a rare infection that affects the delicate membranes -- called meninges -- that cover the brain and spinal cord. You or your children can catch it. There are several types of this disease, including bacterial, viral, and fungal. Bacterial meningitis can be life-threatening and spreads between people in close contact with each other. Viral meningitis tends to be less severe, and most people recover completely without treatment. Fungal meningitis is a rare form of the disease. It usually only happens in people who have a weakened immune system -- the body's defense against germs. What Causes Meningitis? Meningitis is almost always caused by a bacterial or viral infection that begins somewhere else in the body besides the brain, like your ears, sinuses, or throat. Continue Reading Belowyou might like Less common causes of meningitis include: Fungal infection Syphilis Tuberculosis Autoimmune disorders Cancer medications Bacterial Meningitis It's an extremely serious illness. You or your child will need to get medical help right away. It can be life-threatening or lead to brain damage without quick treatment. Bacterial meningitis is caused by several different bacteria. The most common ones that bring on the disease in the U. S. are: Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus)Neisseria meningitidis (meningococcus)Listeria monocytogenes (in older people, pregnant women, or those with immune system problems)A bacteria called Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) was a common cause of meningitis in babies and young children until the Hib vaccine became available for infants. There are also vaccines for Neisseria meningitidis and Streptococcus pneumoniae. They're recommended for all children as well as adults who are at a higher risk for the disease. In many cases, bacterial meningitis starts when bacteria get into the bloodstream from the sinuses, ears, or throat. The bacteria then travel through the bloodstream to the brain. The bacteria that cause meningitis can spread when people who are infected cough or sneeze. If you or your child has been around someone who has bacterial meningitis, ask your doctor what steps you should take to avoid catching it.1 2 View All
Wyatt Berry Stapp Earp -LRB- March 19 , 1848 -- January 13 , 1929 -RRB- was an American Old West gambler , a deputy sheriff in Pima County , and deputy town marshal in Tombstone , Arizona Territory , who took part in the gunfight at the O.K. Corral , during which lawmen killed three outlaw cowboys . He is often regarded as the central figure in the shootout in Tombstone , although his brother Virgil was Tombstone city marshal and Deputy U.S. Marshal that day , and had far more experience as a sheriff , constable , marshal , and soldier in combat . Earp lived a restless life . He was at different times a constable , city policeman , county sheriff , Deputy U.S. Marshal , teamster , buffalo hunter , bouncer , saloon-keeper , gambler , brothel keeper , miner , and boxing referee . Earp spent his early life in Iowa . In 1870 , Earp married his first wife , Urilla Sutherland Earp , who contracted typhoid fever and died shortly before their first child was to be born . During the next two years Earp was arrested for stealing a horse , escaped from jail , sued twice , and was arrested and fined three times during the course of 1872 for `` keeping and being found in a house of ill-fame '' . His third arrest was subject of a lengthy account in the `` Daily Transcript '' which referred to him as an `` old offender '' and nicknamed him the `` Peoria Bummer '' . By 1874 he had arrived in the cattle boomtown of Wichita , Kansas where his brother had opened a brothel . On April 21 , 1875 he was appointed to the Wichita police force , and developed a solid reputation as a lawman . In April 1876 he was dismissed from his position as a lawman following an altercation with a political opponent of his boss which led to him being fined $ 30 . In 1876 , he followed his brother James to Dodge City , Kansas , where he became an assistant city marshal . In winter 1878 , he went to Texas to track down an outlaw and met John `` Doc '' Holliday , whom Earp later credited with saving his life . Earp moved constantly throughout his life from one boomtown to another . He left Dodge City in 1879 and moved to Tombstone with his brothers James and Virgil , where a silver boom was underway . There , the Earps clashed with a loose federation of outlaws known as the Cowboys . Wyatt , Virgil , and their younger brother Morgan held various law enforcement positions that put them in conflict with Tom and Frank McLaury , and Ike and Billy Clanton , who threatened on several occasions to kill the Earps . The conflict escalated over the next year , culminating on October 26 , 1881 in the gunfight at the O.K. Corral , in which the Earps and Holliday killed three of the Cowboys . In the next five months , Virgil was ambushed and maimed , and Morgan was assassinated . Pursuing a vendetta , Wyatt , his brother Warren , Holliday , and others formed a federal posse that killed three of the Cowboys whom they thought responsible . Wyatt was never wounded in any of the gunfights in which he took part , unlike his brothers Virgil and James , or his friend , Doc Holliday , which only added to his mystique after his death . Earp was a lifelong gambler and was always looking for a quick way to make money . After leaving Tombstone , Earp went to San Francisco where he reunited with Josephine Earp . She became his common-law wife . They joined a gold rush to Eagle City , Idaho , where they owned mining interests and a saloon . They left there to race horses and open a saloon during a real estate boom in San Diego , California . Back in San Francisco , Wyatt raced horses again , but his reputation suffered irreparably when he refereed the Fitzsimmons-Sharkey boxing match and called a foul that led many to believe that he fixed the fight . They moved briefly to Yuma , Arizona before joining the Nome Gold Rush in 1899 . In partnership with Charlie Hoxie they opened a two-story saloon called the Dexter and made an estimated $ 80,000 -LRB- about $ 2 million in 2017 dollars -RRB- . Returning to the lower 48 , they opened another saloon in Tonopah , Nevada , the site of a new gold find . In about 1911 , Earp began working several mining claims in Vidal , California , retiring in the hot summers with Josephine to Los Angeles . Wyatt Earp died on January 13 , 1929 . He was known as a Western lawman , gunfighter , and boxing referee . He had a notorious reputation for both his handling of the Fitzsimmons-Sharkey fight and his role in the O.K. Corral gunfight . This only began to change after his death when an extremely flattering biography was published in 1931 . It became a bestseller and created his reputation as a fearless lawman . Since then , Earp has been the subject of and model for numerous films , TV shows , biographies , and works of fiction that have increased his notoriety . He did , however , live to see himself being portrayed in the film Wild Bill Hickok , released in 1923 . Long after his death , he has many devoted detractors and admirers . Earp 's modern-day reputation is that of the Old West 's `` toughest and deadliest gunman of his day . ''
Ocean 's Eight -LRB- stylized as Ocean 's 8 -RRB- is an upcoming American heist comedy film directed by Gary Ross from a script by Ross and co-writer Olivia Milch . It is both a sequel and an all-female spin-off of the Ocean 's Trilogy , and will be released on June 8 , 2018 , by Warner Bros. . Pictures . Principal photography on the film began on October 25 , 2016 , in New York City .
The Crazies is a 2010 American science fiction horror film directed by Breck Eisner , with a screenplay by Scott Kosar and Ray Wright . The film is a remake of the 1973 film of the same name by George A. Romero , who is an executive producer of the remake . The Crazies stars Timothy Olyphant and Radha Mitchell . The film takes place in the fictional town of Ogden Marsh , Pierce County , Iowa , `` friendliest place on Earth , '' whose town water supply is accidentally infected with the `` Trixie '' virus . After an incubation period of 48 hours , this virus gradually transforms the mental state of the infected into that of cold , calculating , depraved , bloodthirsty killers , who then prey on family and neighbors alike . The film was released on February 26 , 2010 to positive reviews from critics , and was a modest box office success .
The RSPB: Ask an expert: Which is the most common bird in the world and the most common in the UK? Which is the most common bird in the world and the most common in the UK? Which is the most common bird in the world and the most common in the UK? 1 February 2011 Richard James Supporter Adviser I have been working for the RSPB as a wildlife adviser since spring 2004. I have always had an interest in wildlife and this prompted me to do a degree in Ecology. As well as birds, I am particularly interested in invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians. Sent in by Phil Greenwood, Birstall, West Yorkshire Technically, the most common bird in the world is the domestic chicken, with around 50 billion birds. However, the most common wild bird is thought to be the red-billed quelea. They are sparrow-sized birds with brown bodies and the males have a red bill with variable face markings. This species is found in sub-Saharan Africa. They are members of the weaver family and there are thought to be about 1.5 billion breeding birds. They are very social and some flocks can be in the millions. They feed on seed and, because of their numbers, can damage crops. The most common bird in the UK is the wren. There are thought to be around 8.5 million breeding territories in the UK. This may surprise some people because they are not as regularly seen as woodpigeons or house sparrows, for example. However, wrens are very widespread throughout the UK and inhabit a wide range of habitats. They like to stay close to cover so don't often come onto feeders but can easily be heard as they have a very loud song for a small bird. How you can help
Humeral shaft fracture Humeral shaft fracture Mr Andrew Murphy ◉ and A. Prof Frank Gaillard ◉ ◈ et al. Humeral shaft fractures are readily diagnosed and usually, do not require internal fixation. Epidemiology Humeral shaft fractures account for 3-5% of all fractures 1,3. Although they occur in all age groups, a bimodal distribution is noted. The first peak is seen in the third decade in males and the second peak in the seventh decade in females 3 . Pathology Mechanism Most frequently humeral shaft fractures occur as a result of a direct blow to the upper arm (transverse fractures). Indirect trauma from a fall or a twisting action (e.g. arm wrestling) are also encountered and usually result in spiral or oblique fractures 1,3. The higher the impact strength, the more likely the fracture is to be comminuted 1. A minority are open fractures (2-10%) 3 . The most common associated injury is damage to the radial nerve, on account of its very close relationship to the posterior aspect of the bone, running in the spiral groove between the lateral and medial heads of the triceps muscle. 1 . Damage to the brachial artery, median and ulnar nerves are much less common. Radiographic features Fractures are unevenly distributed along the humeral diaphysis 3 :proximal third: 30%middle third: 60%distal third: 10%Plain radiography Although transverse fractures are usually trivially easy to identify, oblique or spiral fractures can be very difficult to identify in a single view. The radiographic series comprises an AP and a lateral projection to allow adequate assessment of angulation, displacement and shortening 2-3. It is essential both the shoulder joint and the elbow joint are included to assess for proximal or distal extension of the fracture. Report checklist In addition to reporting on the presence of a fracture, a number of features should be assessed and commented on:fracturelocation and extension to metaphysis/epiphysis/articular surfacetype of fracture ( transverse, spiral, oblique)comminution / segmentalangulation, displacement and shorteningopen vs. closed; gas in soft tissues or foreign bodiesunderlying bony lesions (i.e. pathological fractures)carefully assess the elbow and shoulder for secondary injuries (be careful, as these will be sub-optimally imaged unless dedicated views are obtained)Treatment and prognosis Humeral shaft fractures are usually treated with a supportive/hanging cast followed by a supportive splint and infrequently require open reduction. Although anatomical reduction is not easily achieved, significant angulation (20 degrees) can be tolerated with little functional impairment. Similarly, up to 3-5 cm of shortening is in many cases acceptable 1-3 . Open reduction - internal fixation ( ORIF ) is required in a number of scenarios, including 1-2:adequate alignment cannot be maintained (more commonly encountered in transverse fractures)open fracturespresence of vascular injurysegmental fracturefloating elbowpresence of significant other injuries (poly-trauma, brachial plexus injury)non-unionpathological fracture In many instances presence of radial nerve palsy is not an indication for exploration, with the majority of patients recovering radial nerve function within 3-6 months 1. The role of open reduction and internal fixation in this situation is controversial 1-2 . The non-union rates for fractures managed non-operatively are low, only ~4% 1. See alsohumerusupper extremity fracturesproximal humeral fracturesdistal humeral fracturessupracondylar fractures References Related articles Fracturesfractureterminology [+]skull fractures [+]facial fractures [+]spinal fractures [+]rib fractures [+]sternal fracturesupper limb fracturesclassification [+]upper limb fractures by regionshoulder [+]armhumeral shaft fractureelbow [+]forearm [+]wrist [+]carpal bones [+]hand [+]lower limb fractures [+]
History of the Ottoman Empire during World War I The Ottoman entry into World War I began on 29 October 1914 when it launched the Black Sea Raid against Russian ports. Following the attack, Russia and its allies (Britain and France) declared war on the Ottomans in November 1914. The Ottoman Empire started military action came after three months of formal neutrality, but it had signed a secret alliance with the Central Powers in August 1914.
The Shabbat on which the Parsha of Beshalach is read is called Shabbat Shira, because it contains the song sung by Israel after the splitting of the Red Sea.Moshe and the people of Israel sang this song in perfect faith.They sang not because of the impact and impression of the miracles they had seen.he Shabbat on which the Parsha of Beshalach is read is called Shabbat Shira, because it contains the song sung by Israel after the splitting of the Red Sea.
Czech continued to evolve and gain in regional importance for hundreds of years, and has been a literary language in the Slovak lands since the early fifteenth century. A biblical translation, the Kralice Bible, was published during the late sixteenth century (around the time of the King James and Luther versions) which was more linguistically conservative than either. The publication of the Kralice Bible spawned widespread nationalism, and in 1615 the government of Bohemia ruled that only Czech-speaking residents would be allowed to become full citizens or inherit goods or land. This, and the conversion of the Czech upper classes from the Habsburg Empire's Catholicism to Protestantism, angered the Habsburgs and helped trigger the Thirty Years' War (where the Czechs were defeated at the Battle of White Mountain). The Czechs became serfs; Bohemia's printing industry (and its linguistic and political rights) were dismembered, removing official regulation and support from its language. German quickly became the dominant language in Bohemia.
The third season of the fantasy drama television series "Game of Thrones" premiered in the United States on HBO on March 31, 2013, and concluded on June 9, 2013. It was broadcast on Sunday at 9:00 pm in the United States, consisting of 10 episodes, each running approximately 50–60 minutes. The season is based roughly on the first half of "A Storm of Swords" (the third of the "A Song of Ice and Fire" novels by George R. R. Martin, of which the series is an adaptation). The series is adapted for television by David Benioff and D. B. Weiss. HBO renewed the series for a third season on April 10, 2012, nine days after the second season's premiere. Production began in July 2012. The show was filmed primarily in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Croatia, Iceland and Morocco.
Indian Mounds Park (Saint Paul, Minnesota) Indian Mounds Regional Park is a public park in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, featuring six prehistoric Native American burial mounds overlooking the Mississippi River. The oldest mounds were constructed 1,500–2,000 years ago by people of the Hopewell tradition. Later the Dakota people interred their dead there as well.[2] At least 31 more mounds were destroyed by development in the late 19th century. They were the tallest Native American mounds in Minnesota or Wisconsin (except for the unique 45-foot (14 m) Grand Mound outside International Falls, Minnesota), and comprise one of the northwesternmost Hopewellian sites in North America.[4] Indian Mounds Regional Park is a component of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, a unit of the National Park System. The Mounds Group is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[5] The 2014 nomination document provides a description of the archaeology and the context. [6]
Gujarat -LRB- -LSB- , gUdZ@'raht -RSB- -LSB- ˈɡudʒ ɾaːt̪ -RSB- -RRB- is a state in Western India , It has an area of 196024 km2 with a coastline of 1600 km , most of which lies on the Kathiawar peninsula , and a population in excess of 60 million . The state is bordered by Rajasthan to the north , Maharashtra to the south , Madhya Pradesh to the east , and the Arabian Sea and the Pakistani province of Sindh to the west . Its capital city is Gandhinagar , while its largest city is Ahmedabad . Gujarat is home to the Gujarati-speaking people of India . The state encompasses some sites of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization , such as Lothal and Dholavira . Lothal is believed to be one of the world 's first seaports . Gujarat 's coastal cities , chiefly Bharuch and Khambhat , served as ports and trading centres in the Maurya and Gupta empires , and during the succession of royal Saka dynasties from the Western Satraps era . Gujarat was known to the ancient Greeks , and was familiar in other Western centres of civilisation through the end of the European Middle Ages . The oldest written record of Gujarat 's 2,000-year maritime history is documented in a Greek book titled The Periplus of the Erythraean Sea : Travel and Trade in the Indian Ocean by a Merchant of the First Century .
Green Arrow is a fictional superhero who appears in comic books published by DC Comics . Created by Mortimer Weisinger and designed by George Papp , he first appeared in More Fun Comics # 73 in November 1941 . His real name is Oliver `` Ollie '' Queen , a billionaire businessman and owner of Queen Industries , also a well-known celebrity in his locale of Star City . Sometimes shown dressed like Robin Hood , Green Arrow is an archer who uses his skills to fight crime in his home cities of Star City and Seattle , as well as alongside his fellow superheroes as a member of the Justice League . Though much less frequently used in modern stories , he also deploys a range of trick arrows with various special functions , such as glue , explosive-tipped , grappling hook , flash grenade , tear gas and even kryptonite arrows for use in a range of special situations . At the time of his debut , Green Arrow functioned in many ways as an archery-themed analogue of the very popular Batman character , but writers at DC subsequently developed him into a voice of progressivism very much distinct in character from Batman . Green Arrow enjoyed moderate success in his early years , becoming the cover feature of More Fun , as well as having occasional appearances in other comics . Throughout his first twenty-five years , however , the character never enjoyed greater popularity . In the late 1960s , writer Denny O'Neil , inspired by the character 's dramatic visual redesign by Neal Adams , chose to have him lose his fortune , giving him the then-unique role of a streetwise crusader for the working class and the disadvantaged . In 1970 , he was paired with a more law and order-oriented hero , Green Lantern , in a ground-breaking , socially conscious comic book series . Since then , he has been popular among comic book fans and most writers have taken an urban , gritty approach to the character . The character was killed off in the 1990s and replaced by a new character , Oliver 's son Connor Hawke . Connor , however , proved a less popular character , and the original Oliver Queen character was resurrected in the 2001 `` Quiver '' storyline , by writer Kevin Smith . In the 2000s , the character has been featured in bigger storylines focusing on Green Arrow and Black Canary , such as the DC event The Green Arrow/Black Canary Wedding and the high-profile Justice League : Cry for Justice storyline , prior to the character 's relaunch alongside most of DC 's properties in 2011 . Green Arrow was not initially a well-known character outside of comic book fandom : he had appeared in a single episode of the animated series Super Friends in 1973 . In the 2000s , the character appeared in a number of DC television properties , including the animated series Justice League Unlimited , Young Justice , The Batman and Batman : The Brave and the Bold , and several DC Universe Animated Original Movies . In live action , he appeared in the series Smallville , played by actor Justin Hartley , and became a core cast member . In 2012 , the live action series Arrow debuted on The CW , in which the title character is portrayed by Stephen Amell , earning positive reviews and launched several spin-off series , becoming the starting point for a DC Comics shared television universe .
Moving On (The Office) "Moving On" is the sixteenth episode of the ninth season of the American comedy television series The Office and the 192nd episode overall. The episode was written by Graham Wagner. It was directed by Jon Favreau. It originally aired on NBC on February 14, 2013. The episode guest stars Bob Odenkirk, Mary Gillis, Collette Wolfe, and Andy Buckley. The episode also features the return of former series regular Zach Woods as Gabe Lewis.
Aladdin is a 1992 American animated comedy musical romantic fantasy adventure film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation for Walt Disney Pictures. The film is the 31st Disney animated feature film, and was the fourth produced during the Disney film era known as the Disney Renaissance. It was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, and is based on the Arab-style folktale of the same name from "One Thousand and One Nights" and the French interpretation by Antoine Galland. The voice cast features Scott Weinger, Robin Williams, Linda Larkin, Jonathan Freeman, Frank Welker, Gilbert Gottfried and Douglas Seale. The film follows Aladdin, a street urchin, who finds a magic lamp containing a genie. In order to hide the lamp from the Grand vizier, he disguises himself as a wealthy prince, and tries to impress the Sultan and his daughter.
Sunroom Cost Average for 80 sq ft: $5,000-$15,000 Average for 200 sq ft: $45,889-$55,813 Prefabricated: $15,000-$70,000E-mail Post Tweet Comments (6)Providing both additional living space and a place to enjoy natural light, sunrooms are generally added onto the side of a home, with walls mainly or entirely made of glass or screens. A two-season sunroom might be not much more than a deck or porch with a roof and screens; a three-season model will be windproof and waterproof; and a four-season sunroom is usually built on a foundation, heated and fully insulated. Typical costs: Depending on size and existing conditions, creating a simple two-season screened deck or porch starts around $500-$1,500 for do-it-yourself materials, and averages $5,000-$15,000 for a custom built version but can go higher for larger spaces, cathedral ceilings or other options. This Old House.com [ 1] describes how to build a screened room using stock wooden storm doors with interchangeable screen and window inserts. Prefabricated sunrooms with glass walls start around $10,000 for a small (8x10-foot) space and average $15,000-$35,000 (including prep and foundation work) for larger three-season models that aren't temperature-controlled or smaller four-season versions. Costs can go as high as $60,000-$70,000 for a complete installation of four-season designs with cathedral ceilings, remote-control blinds and other options. This Old House.com [ 2] lists pros and cons for these "instant" additions. Nationwide, average regional prices range from $66,046 -$83,463 to custom-build a 200-square-foot four-season sunroom addition from the ground up, with a slab foundation, post-and-beam framing, insulation, glass windows with screens, window shades, a ceiling fan and a tile floor, according to Remodeling Magazine [ 3] . Related articles: Patio, Swimming Pool, Home Addition What should be included: It typically takes several weeks or even months to custom-build a sunroom, which can easily be designed to blend seamlessly with the architecture of the rest of the house. Better Homes & Gardens describes the options from open porch to sunroom and gives tips for bringing in the sun [ 4] . Check with your local planning department for building codes and permit requirements. Permit costs can range from several hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the location and the size and complexity of the proposed house addition. Additional costs: Building an addition isn't the only cost; furniture and other decorating touches such as curtains or artwork can add $250-$1,000 to a simple screened porch and $1,000-$10,000 for interior-quality decor (to match the rest of the home) in a three- or four-season sunroom. Selling for $5-$15, the Porch and Sunroom Planner by Better Homes & Gardens [ 5] thoroughly explains planning and designing, whether it's a do-it-yourself project or everything's done by a professional. Be sure all needed prep and foundation work as well as any clean-up is included in a cost estimate, as these can add $2,000-$4,000 to the bottom line. Shopping for a sunroom: Decide how the room will be used (fair weather-only or year-round, personal retreat or family gathering space) and gather examples of appealing screened porches or sunrooms. Realty Times.com [ 6] gives an overview plus a list of issues to consider before adding a sunroom. This Old House.com discusses styles and materials for screened porches [ 7] and Better Home and Gardens talks about selecting a style [ 8] of sunroom. The National Sunroom Association [ 9] lists dealers by state. Contractor referrals are available from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry [ 10] . Get at least 4-5 estimates, making sure what is (and isn't) in each quote; understand whether all prep and clean-up work is included. For prefabs, ask to tour a model and a finished room in someone's home. For custom built, request and check references. Ask about the contractor's length and type of experience; and be sure they're properly bonded, insured and licensed in your state [ 11] . See if there are any complaints with the Better Business Bureau [ 12] . E-mail Post Tweet Comments (6)Cost Helper News7 Ways to Stretch Your Reduced Food Budget End of the year budgets are tight for everyone, especially in this economy. It's especially hard for the millions of Americans who depend on government programs like food stamps to help make ends meet. \|\| Posted November 11 20137 Lesser-Known Discounts for the 50+ Crowd As they age, members of the Baby Boomer generation don't like to admit that they're senior citizens, but they love getting discounts. It's kind of a quandary, because some of the best deals available are reduced prices for older folks.\|\| Posted October 21 2013‣ All Cost Helper Blog Posts What People Are Paying - Recent Comments Sunroom/Enclosure Amount: $0.00Posted by: Vaoracle1@gmail.com in Jax, FL. Posted: January 17th, 2018 03:01AMContractor: 0In Jax FL. I'm looking to have a 10x8 addition to my bay,patio door. No electricity and no plumbing. Was this post helpful to you? yes no Report prohibited or spam SUNROOM 8X10Amount: $0.00Posted by: a user in RICHMOND, GA. Posted: February 12th, 2017 01:02PMType: GABLE ROOF Size: 8X10Contractor: ? Was this post helpful to you? yes no Report prohibited or spam Actual cost....materials and average labor (DIY)Amount: $35,000.00Posted by: Rob Mullen in Hornell, NY. Posted: May 12th, 2016 05:05PMType: New Sunroom Size: 16x20Contractor: DIY2x6 construction on concrete slab....vaulted ceiling....6 skylights.... R-30 insulation....new electric....double-4 white vinyl siding and seamless gutters....custom tile floor....oak tongue n groove walls....custom fireplace w natural gas fireplace....6-Stimulous double hung windows and 2-Stimulous sliders w grids Was this post helpful to you? yes no Report prohibited or spam Replaced curved glass sunroom with stick built and replaced deck Amount: $34,000.00Posted by: Sunny room in Goshen, IN. Posted: February 23rd, 2016 03:02PMType: Stick built Size: 9\\'x13\\'Our home had a 4 season curved glass sunroom addition that had fogged up glass. We had replaced 5 of the windows in around 2006 (1 curved and 4 flat) for around $5k, but other windows had since fogged up. We compared 2 sunroom companies and one traditional builder. The first estimate was for $34,000 from a sunroom company for a gabled roof addition. They wanted to replace the existing crawlspace foundation with a slab and then install a dedicated heat/AC unit, which I didn't want (it had HVAC currently). The 2nd estimate was around $16k ("discounted" price if we agreed to write a promo letter), and that along with the guy's spiel made it seem too good to be true. We went with the traditional builder. $34k for a stick built, gabled room with large picture windows on one wall and 3-lite sliders on the other 2 walls, plus they replaced our aging 20'x20' deck with a much nicer looking one, and now it looks like part of the existing house rather than something just slapped on. Was this post helpful to you? yes no Report prohibited or spam Cost Estimates ??? Amount: $83,464.00Posted by: a user in Phoenix, AZ. Posted: January 20th, 2016 05:01AMType: Patio Enclosure Size: 200 Sq. Ft. Contractor: ............... You said...."Nationwide, average regional prices range from $66,046 -$83,463 to custom-build a 200-square-foot four-season sunroom". That comes to $417.00 PER SQUARE FOOT! How did you determine this? No one in their right mind would pay that for a closed in patio. I have a roll roofed 20' X 20' patio my wife and I would like to enclose. But not if it's going to cost 4 times per sq. ft. what it cost to build the house new. Was this post helpful to you? yes no Report prohibited or spamsunrooms on the cheap Amount: $5,500.00Posted by: victor hunt in franklin, TN. Posted: November 19th, 2012 07:11AMType: glass Size: 225 ft sq Contractor: self and helperhad an existing upper level wooden deck attached to the house. Using recycled (free) windows I framed in a completely enclosed sun room. Biggest expense was in the 3/12 roof which had to match the existing roof. If you live in a non strict HOA you can use a poly carbonate roof for ALOT less. 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Backgrounder: ASEAN-China Free Trade Area \|China-ASEAN \|chinadaily.com.cn Large Medium Small BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei - The ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) is a free trade area between the ten ASEAN member states and China. The initial framework agreement was signed on November 4, 2002 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, intended to establish a free trade area among the 11 nations by 2010. The free trade area came into effect on January 1, 2010. The ACFTA is the largest free trade area in the world in terms of population and third largest in terms of nominal GDP, trailing the European Economic Area and North American Free Trade Area. Under the free trade agreement, tariffs will be reduced to zero on 7,881 product categories, or 90 percent of imported goods. This reduction already took effect in China and the six original members of ASEAN: Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. The remaining four countries will follow suit in 2015. The average tariff rate on Chinese goods sold in ASEAN countries decreased from 12.8 percent to 0.6 percent starting January 1, 2010. Meanwhile, the average tariff rate on ASEAN goods sold in China decreased from 9.8 percent to 0.1 percent. In respect to bilateral trade, the two sides are on target to meet the goal of lifting total trade to 500 billion US dollars by 2015. In 2012, bilateral trade value reached 400.1 billion US dollars, 7.3 times as much as that of 2002, according to China's Ministry of Commerce. China-ASEAN economic cooperation has never been more dynamic and fruitful, as China has become ASEAN's largest trading partner and ASEAN has emerged as China's third biggest trading partner with bilateral trade growing by more than 20 percent annually on average and surging by 37 times over the past two decades. To date, China has invested a total of close to 13 billion US dollars in ASEAN countries so they are obviously an important destination for Chinese investment.China announced in 2009 that it would provide credit to ASEAN countries and set up a 10-billion-U. S.-dollar China-ASEAN Fund for investment cooperation. So far, China has provided 12.2 billion US dollars worth of loans to ASEAN for infrastructure projects, such as bridges, roads, and power stations. And ASEAN has become China's fifth largest export market in terms of service trade.
Resident Evil is a science fiction action-horror hexalogy film series loosely based on the Japanese video game franchise of the same name by Capcom . German studio Constantin Film bought the rights to the first film in January 1997 with Alan B. McElroy and George A. Romero as potential writers . In 2001 , Sony Entertainment acquired distribution rights and hired Paul W. S. Anderson as writer and director for Resident Evil -LRB- 2002 -RRB- . Anderson continued on as writer and producer for the sequels , Resident Evil : Apocalypse -LRB- 2004 -RRB- and Resident Evil : Extinction -LRB- 2007 -RRB- , and returned as the director for Resident Evil : Afterlife -LRB- 2010 -RRB- , Resident Evil : Retribution -LRB- 2012 -RRB- and Resident Evil : The Final Chapter -LRB- 2016 -RRB- . The fictional Umbrella Corporation , which acts as the main antagonist in the series , is a bioengineering pharmaceutical company that creates bioweapons . Umbrella was responsible for the zombie apocalypse , which occurred after the corporation 's T-virus infected the Earth 's population . The films follow protagonist Alice , an original character created for the films portrayed by Milla Jovovich . Alice , who was once a security operative working for Umbrella , becomes an enemy of the corporation . Characters from the video game series also appeared in the film series , including Jill Valentine , Carlos Olivera , Claire Redfield , Albert Wesker , Chris Redfield , Barry Burton , Leon S. Kennedy and Ada Wong . Despite consistent negative reviews , with six films released , the Resident Evil film series is the highest-grossing film series to be based on video games of all time , having grossed over $ 1.233 billion worldwide .
Mayonnaise - NIOS Online courses available at Virtual Open Schooling (VOS) , for more details kindly click here! Mayonnaise This OER enables you to: describe mayonnaise identify the ingredients used in preparing mayonnaise prepare mayonnaise and some of its derivatives rectify mayonnaise if it curdles Introduction Mayonnaise – “Hello! My name is Mayonnaise. I am a basic or mother sauce, traditionally identified as a kitchen sauce. I am classified as a cold emulsified sauce. I am an emulsion of egg yolk and oil along with vinegar, and additional ingredients that enhance my flavor, like salt, pepper and mustard. I can be served with cold foods like vegetables, meat, poultry and fish, or as a salad dressing. I can also be served as an accompaniment to hot dishes like fried foods coated with breadcrumbs. I can also be modified into a wide variety of derivative sauces by simple additions of specific ingredients which could alter the taste, color and consistency of the basic sauce. Although I originated in Spain, I am popularly used in French cuisine too.” Ingredients required and preparation Egg Yolk –-“Mayonnaise is an emulsified sauce. I am an important ingredient in the preparation of traditional mayonnaise and the emulsion in mayonnaise cannot be formed without me. However, as a modification of the traditional recipe, either I can be used along with egg white, or I can be replaced with starches obtained from corn, potato, etc., to make commercial ve getarian Mayonnaise.” Mayonnaise: “Egg Yolk, could you please explain what is an emulsion?” Egg Yolk: “An emulsion is made by mixing two immiscible liquids like oil and water vigorously. This process disperses and suspends tiny droplets of one liquid throughout another homogenously. I contain fats, water and lecithin which is a natural emulsifying agent. Lecithin holds the ingredients together in the mayonnaise and prevents their separation into two separate layers. I stabilize the emulsion by covering each droplet and prevent the emulsion from breaking out or separating into oil and water. If I am not used, then a synthetic emulsifying agent needs to be added” All emulsifying agents have polar groups which are attracted to water phase of the emulsion and non-polar groups which are attracted to the oil phase of the emulsion, thereby keeping both phases apart and stabilizing the emulsion. Mayonnaise: “Let me introduce you to another major ingredient Oil. Either olive oil or salad oil is traditionally used to make mayonnaise” Oil: “I am an important ingredient in mayonnaise, and without me, egg yolk cannot form a stable emulsion. I should be added gradually, into whisked egg yolk and seasonings. Once the emulsion has formed, I can be added rapidly.” Mayonnaise: “What is whisking?” Oil: “It is a technique of blending ingredients by a whisk or in the blender. The oil is broken down into small droplets during whisking or agitating the mixture.” Mayonnaise: “Now I want to introduce another ingredient, namely, Vinegar” Vinegar: “I am used in small quantities in the preparation of mayonnaise. However, I am an important ingredient, because I give flavor to the mayonnaise, and help in thinning down the sauce. I also act as a preservative.” Mayonnaise: “This emulsion needs seasoning to enhance the taste. Salt, white pepper and French mustard serve this purpose.” Seasonings: “We are necessary ingredients of mayonnaise, because without us mayonnaise would be tasteless and bland.” 2 Picture of 3 seasonings Mayonnaise: “Usually, a traditional recipe of mayonnaise would contain one egg yolk, 130ml oil, 5 to 10 ml vinegar and salt, white pepper and French mustard to taste. Nowadays, many people add some sugar (a large pinch) to enhance the taste of the sauce. Half a liter of mayonnaise serves 15 to 20 portions. Now let me tell you the precautions you need to take during preparation:  Ingredients should be at room temperature  Fresh egg yolks and clean bowl should be used  Seasoning is added to the egg yolk  Beat or whisk well to reduce the size of the oil droplets, as tiny droplets o
County ins & outs - signings, departures and rumours - BBC Sport County ins & outs - signings, departures and rumours From the section Counties Read more about sharing. Stay up-to-date with the latest player releases, signings and speculation from all the counties. Counties are allowed to field two overseas players in Twenty20 games, with up to four registered for that competition - although only two can be registered at any one time, and registrations must be for a minimum of 10 days. Only one overseas player is permitted in the County Championship and One-Day Cup competitions. Guide to abbreviations Also shows, where relevant, players' previous counties KPK: Kolpak contract EUP: European Union passport UKP: Recently-obtained UK passport Kolpak contracts are signed by foreign players, using a loophole in European Union law to avoid counting against the quota of one overseas player per club. Players who moved counties during the 2013 season are included on the 2013 list. Have we missed anyone? Please let us know. DERBYSHIRE Overseas player: Shivnarine Chanderpaul (West Indies, until late July); Marcus North (Australia, primarily for Twenty20 and for other competitions when Chanderpaul is away), Cheteshwar Pujara (India, for final three County Championship games) Ins: Stephen Moore (Lancashire), Gareth Cross (Lancashire), Scott Elstone (ex-Nottinghamshire, released in 2012), Greg Cork (YTH), Ben Cotton (YTH), Tom Taylor (YTH), Harvey Hosein (YTH), Wayne White (Lancashire, loan from 25 August until end of season) Outs: Alasdair Evans (REL), Dan Redfern (Leicestershire), Chris Durham (REL), Tim Groenewald (Somerset, loan from 20 June until the end of the season, then permanent move), Stephen Moore (RET on 28 June), Peter Burgoyne (REL on 28 June), Richard Johnson (REL on 28 June), Paul Borrington (REL on 6 August), Mark Turner (Northants, month's loan from 8 August) Other news: Head coach Karl Krikken and batting coach David Houghton (who has joined Somerset) have left the club. Warwickshire bowling coach Graeme Welch replaces Krikken, taking the title of elite cricket performance director, with John Sadler, Simon Guy, Cookie Patel, Nick Kesingland and Ant Botha all joining the coaching staff, while AJ Harris and Stephen Stubbings will head up the academy. DURHAM Overseas player: Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka, for two County Championship games in May); John Hastings (Australia, after Indian Premier League finishes until early September); Varun Aaron (India, for final two Championship games) Ins: Stuart Poynter (Ireland, ex-Warwickshire), Graham Clark (MCC Young Cricketers), Calum MacLeod (Scotland), Gavin Main (YTH), Peter Chase (Ireland) Outs: Mitchell Claydon (Kent), Will Smith (Hampshire), Callum Thorp (REL), Steve Harmison (RET), Dale Benkenstein (RET, has joined Hampshire as first-team coach) Other news: Jon Lewis has become first-team coach, with director of cricket Geoff Cook taking on a youth remit, while Mark Stoneman has become limited-overs captain. The club have dropped their "Dynamos" limited-overs nickname and will be known simply as Durham in 50-over cricket, while they will assume the name of "Durham Jets" in the Twenty20 competition. ESSEX Overseas player: Jesse Ryder (New Zealand) Ins: Monty Panesar (Sussex), Oliver Newby (Lancashire, loan from 2-24 May), Tanveer Sikander (Hertfordshire), Matt Salisbury (YTH), Thomas Moore (YTH), James Porter (YTH) Outs: Owais Shah (Hampshire), Maurice Chambers (Northants) Other news: Strength and conditioning coach Ian Fisher has joined Yorkshire and assistant coach Matt Walker has rejoined Kent. GLAMORGAN Overseas player: Jacques Rudolph (South Africa); Darren Sammy (West Indies, for Twenty20 until end of June) Ins: Tom Helm (Middlesex, loan from 2 May-4 June), Tom Lancefield (ex-Surrey), James Harris (Middlesex, month's loan from 16 July), Kieran Bull (YTH), Aneurin Donald (YTH), Jeremy Lawlor (YTH), Jack Murphy (YTH), Dewi Penrhyn Jones (YTH) Outs: Nick James (REL), Alex Jones (REL), Simon Jones (REL), Huw Waters (RET on 11 August), John Glover (RET on 27 August), Other
East Hampton (town), New York The Town of East Hampton is located in southeastern Suffolk County, New York, at the eastern end of the South Shore of Long Island. It is the easternmost town in the state of New York. At the time of the United States 2010 Census, it had a total population of 21,457.
European Court of Human Rights The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR or ECtHR; French: Cour européenne des droits de l’homme) is a supranational or international court established by the European Convention on Human Rights. The court hears applications alleging that a contracting state has breached one or more of the human rights provisions concerning civil and political rights set out in the Convention and its protocols.
The Jew's House is one of the earliest extant town houses in England. It is situated on Steep Hill in Lincoln, immediately below Jew's Court. The house has traditionally been associated with the thriving Jewish community in Medieval Lincoln. Anti-Semitic hysteria was stoked up by the case of Little Saint Hugh of Lincoln in 1255, and in 1290, the entire Jewish community was expelled from England, the Jew's House supposedly being seized from a Jewish owner. The building has remained continuously occupied to the present day. Since about 1973 it has been used as a restaurant and previous to that it was an antiques shop.
It is important to remember that an infested person can spread scabies during this time, even if he/she does not have symptoms yet. In a person who has had scabies before, symptoms usually appear much sooner (1-4 days) after exposure.he scabies mite usually is spread by direct, prolonged, skin-to-skin contact with a person who has scabies. Scabies is found worldwide and affects people of all races and social classes. Scabies can spread rapidly under crowded conditions where close body and skin contact is frequent.
Intestinal Bacteria Intestinal Bacteria What You'll Learn Here: [ hide]1 Understanding Intestinal Bacteria – The Gut Ecology1.1 What Do Bacteria Do?1.2 Your Gut’s a Bacteria Zoo1.3 Good versus Bad Bacteria1.4 Damaging the Ecosystem1.5 Gut Bacteria and Conditions1.6 Repairing the Intestinal Ecosystem1.7 Puristat Makes It Easy Understanding Intestinal Bacteria – The Gut Ecology Your body is home to a wide variety of creatures too small to see. A large number of them live inside your gut and create a kind of inner zoo. This gut-zoo has far more creatures living in it than any actual zoo you’ve ever visited. Together these creatures play a crucial role in the health and welfare of your body. While it is predominantly bacteria that populate our gut-zoo, some fungi, and even viruses, can set up house in the digestive system. Most people know their guts house bacteria, but many are unaware of how important they are to overall health. Discover The #1 Way To Promote Healthy Gut Bacteria What Do Bacteria Do? These gut bacteria are far from passive bystanders of our guts. We give them a home, and they provide us with many benefits. It’s a symbiotic match made in heaven – a relationship where both organisms benefit.1. Developing Gut Flora: The bacteria that inhabit the gut early in life help the cells of the gut grow and develop. They also help to train the immune system. The gut flora actually work in concert with the immune system in order to help it grow and develop, and to help fight bacterial and other infections as we mature. There is some evidence that the bacteria in the gut help to stimulate and help to train the immune system. 3 There is also some intriguing new research that supports the theory that gut bacteria can have a calming effect on an overactive immune system. This creates hope for the possibility of new ways to reduce asthma and eczema.2. Digesting Food: The various sections of the colon contain different bacteria and they each have distinct jobs. The bacteria in the first part of the colon help to ferment and digest carbohydrates, and the ones in the latter part of the colon help to digest fats and proteins. The most beneficial of the digestive processes appears to be had from the digesting of carbohydrates; much of the nutrient value we derive comes from the ability of bacteria to digest hard-to-digest carbohydrates. Your body can only digest so many carbohydrates. Therefore, any carbohydrate such as a fiber, which is too difficult for us to digest – or any carbohydrate that simply wasn’t digested earlier in the digestive tract – becomes food for the bacteria in the colon.3. Deriving Nutrition: Since the bacteria in the colon are digesting foods that were missed earlier in the digestive process, they are helping us to absorb nutrients that would not otherwise have been absorbed. In a way, the bacteria in the colon represent a second stomach and digestive enzyme system. As these bacteria are munching on food, they help us absorb key vitamins such as biotin and vitamin K. They also help to balance water in the gut.4. Policing: One of the most important roles bacteria play is keeping undesirable bacteria and fungi (yeasts) in check. Healthy bacteria produce toxins that make it hard for bad bacteria like Clostridium to grow. Harmful bacteria and yeasts grow when there is not a strong population of good bacteria around. In fact, experimentally, animals with low amounts of good bacteria are very easy to infect with bad bacteria. 5Good bacteria compete for food and attachment sites (areas in the gut where bacteria are capable of implanting), and actually produce toxins that are harmful to the invading bacteria; this keeps the population of bad bacteria low. Acidophilus, for example, produces hydrogen peroxide which is directly toxic to many bacteria. Candida is harmful yeast that can grow out of control, and become detrimental to the gut. Having a strong gut ecology can eliminate problems with candida. Your Gut’s a Bacteria Zoo Infants are born without any bacteria in their guts. They acquire them through their mother’s birth canal, or via breastfeeding. Bottle fed infants acquire bacteria through the food they eat. Scientists who study bacteria in human feces (how would you like to have that job?) estimate that there are somewhere between three hundred and one thousand different kinds of bacteria inhabiting the gut. 1 Of these, approximately thirty or forty different species make up the bulk (ninety percent) of the inhabitants. Researchers believe that these thirty or forty species are the most important to gut health. These include Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus acidophilus, among others. If you could count all the bacteria in your gut, you would find that they outnumber the total number of cells in your body by a large number. The cells that make up your body (heart, liver, bone, and brain cells) add up to around 10 13 cells (10,000,000,000,000). The bacteria in your gut outnumber the cells that make up you ten to one. By far, most of these bacteria are found in the colon. It is estimated that together, all the bacteria in your gut weigh between three and five pounds. Each bowel movement contains a large amount of these critters, with one to two-thirds the dry weight of stool being solely bacteria. 2Good versus Bad Bacteria The populations of bacteria that live in your gut are a combination of both good and bad bacteria. And while you might think that you would want to get rid of all the bad bacteria and keep only good bacteria, it is actually the balance between the good bacteria and bad bacteria that is considered the healthiest. The good bacteria are bacteria such as Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, and others. The good bacteria help us digest food, maintain a healthy gut, provide us with nutrients and vitamins, and fight off bad bacteria. These good bacteria can be taken as a probiotic supplement. Bad bacteria become problematic when their numbers grow too large in proportion to that of the good bacteria, and this is when they begin to create health problems. Bad bacteria include those which cause disease such as Salmonella, Clostridium, and others. Even yeasts such as Candida are fine in small amounts; they only become problematic when their numbers increase uncontrollably. Discover The #1 Way To Promote Healthy Gut Bacteria Damaging the Ecosystem The ecosystem of the gut is important to your health. The problem is that it is very easy to disturb this ecosystem and create an imbalance. In a normal gut, the good bacteria will hold the bad bacteria in balance. Tip the balance and the bad bacteria and yeasts will grow and multiply, causing all sorts of health problems. The most common way to upset the balance of good and bad bacteria is the use of antibiotics. The good bacteria in your gut are very susceptible to damage caused by antibiotics. Other things that can damage good bacteria include ingesting too much sugar and processed foods, alcohol, drugs, and even stress. Toxins in our environment – including food preservatives, additives, and colorings – all make it difficult for the good bacteria to thrive. Gut Bacteria and Conditions A whole host of health conditions can be traced back to poor gut ecology. Gut problems, including gas, bloating, constipation, Crohn’s, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and ulcerative colitis can all be improved through a better gut ecosystem. 6 A good ecosystem is linked to less colon cancer. 7 Even diseases such as asthma and arthritis are thought to be linked to gut ecology. 8Interestingly, studies have also shown that gut bacteria may contribute to weight gain. While new information is just beginning to be gathered, it appears that bacteria in the colon may produce chemical messengers (called leptins) that let us know when we feel full. A disrupted colon ecosystem sends messages to the brain that tell us we need to eat more when in reality we have already eaten enough. Repairing the Intestinal Ecosystem It might seem as though repairing the ecosystem would be easy. All you’d have to do would be to take some of the good bacteria and you’d be set. While this is true to some degree, there is a much more comprehensive approach that can be taken. It is not just about replacing the good guys; it’s also about rebalancing the bad guys. Step One: Bring in the Good Guys You need to replace the good bacteria in your gut. There are too many things in our modern world that make it difficult for healthy bacteria to survive. If you have taken antibiotics recently, been under a lot of stress, or are eating poorly, then you need to consider taking probiotics. Step Two: Up the H20In case you didn’t know it, stool is comprised of seventy percent water. You need to make sure there is enough water in your gut so that the bacteria can do their job, and be easily expelled in feces. An added benefit of having enough water is to help avoid constipation. Bacteria thrive in an environment where there is plenty of room to move around. Constipation produces stools that are hard and compact, creating an environment in which it is difficult for healthy bacteria to thrive. Step Three: Reduce the Bad Bacteria The best way to reduce bad bacteria is to use a colon cleanse comprised of herbs that have been shown to reduce these bacteria. In order to ensure the health of your colon, perform a colon cleanse several times a year. Step Four: Reduce Stress, Increase Food Quality You can do your gut a favor by reducing the amount of stress you have, and increasing the quality of the food that you eat. The relationship between stress and the stomach is a complicated one, but most people notice some change in their bowel habits when they are under stress. Practicing yoga, meditation, prayer, or any other form of stress reduction can greatly benefit the gut. Since food is what you and the bacteria in your gut gain nutrition from, it makes sense to put the best food possible into your body. Puristat Makes It Easy One of the best ways to rebalance the bacteria in your gut is by using a colon cleanse that includes probiotics. Puristat is one of the few colon cleanses on the market that has incorporated the benefit of probiotic in its approach. By replacing the good bacteria in your gut in conjunction with the incorporation of regular colon cleansing into your health regimen, you will be working wonders toward improving your digestion, and warding off a wide variety of potential health problems. Discover The #1 Way To Promote Healthy Gut Bacteria
Panya Parenting / Baby Names / P / Girl / Panya Panya The name Panya is a baby girl name. Meaning Egyptian Meaning: The name Panya is an Egyptian baby name. In Egyptian the meaning of the name Panya is: Mouse. Latin Meaning: The name Panya is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Panya is: Crowned in victory. Russian Meaning: The name Panya is a Russian baby name. In Russian the meaning of the name Panya is: Crowned with laurels. Numerology Soul Urge Number: 2People with this name have a deep inner desire for love and companionship, and want to work with others to achieve peace and harmony. Expression Number: 3People with this name tend to be creative and excellent at expressing themselves. They are drawn to the arts, and often enjoy life immensely. They are often the center of attention, and enjoy careers that put them in the limelight. They tend to become involved in many different activities, and are sometimes reckless with both their energies and with money.
The 2011 Washington Huskies football team represented the University of Washington in the 2011 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The team was coached by third year head coach Steve Sarkisian. They played six of their home games at Husky Stadium and their final home game at CenturyLink Field due to a planned renovation of Husky Stadium; both stadiums are in Seattle, Washington. They are a member of the North Division of the Pac-12 Conference. They finished the season 7–6, 5–4 in Pac-12 play to finish in third place in the North division. They were invited to the Alamo Bowl where they were defeated by Baylor 56–67.
Following various military conquests in the Greek East, Romans adapted a number of Greek educational precepts to their own fledgling system. They began physical training to prepare the boys to grow as Roman citizens and for eventual recruitment into the army. Conforming to discipline was a point of great emphasis. Girls generally received instruction from their mothers in the art of spinning, weaving, and sewing. Schooling in a more formal sense was begun around 200 BC. Education began at the age of around six, and in the next six to seven years, boys and girls were expected to learn the basics of reading, writing and counting. By the age of twelve, they would be learning Latin, Greek, grammar and literature, followed by training for public speaking. Oratory was an art to be practiced and learnt, and good orators commanded respect.[citation needed]
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The southern group (South Estonian language) consists of the Tartu, Mulgi, Võru (Võro) and Setu (Seto) dialects. These are sometimes considered either variants of a South Estonian language, or separate languages altogether. Also, Seto and Võro distinguish themselves from each other less by language and more by their culture and their respective Christian confession.
My Dog Tulip is an American independent animated feature film based on the 1956 memoir of the same name by J. R. Ackerley, BBC editor, novelist and memoirist. The film tells the story of Ackerley's fifteen-year relationship with his Alsatian dog (German Shepherd) "Queenie", who had been renamed "Tulip" for the book. The film – geared toward an adult audience – was adapted, directed and animated by Paul Fierlinger with backgrounds and characters painted by his wife, Sandra Fierlinger.
Aaron Norris was wanted on charges of assault with intent to murder, felony firearm, and felon in possession of a firearm. A 50-year-old man wanted for trying to shoot his ex-wife was arrested without incident on a Greyhound bus near Kalamazoo, police say. Aaron Norris was wanted on charges of assault with intent to murder, felony firearm, and felon in possession of a firearm.
mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC), an estimation of the concentration of hemoglobin in grams per 100 mL of packed red blood cells, derived from the ratio of the hemoglobin to the hematocrit.oncentration. 1. increase in strength by evaporation. 2. the ratio of the mass or volume of a solute to the mass or volume of the solution or solvent. 3. intense mental focus. hydrogen ion concentration see hydrogen ion concentration.

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