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Whose autobiography, published in late 2009, was called 'Stirred But Not Shaken'?
Keith Floyd tributes paid by TV chefs Jamie Oliver and Heston Blumenthal | Life and style | The Guardian Keith Floyd tributes paid by TV chefs Jamie Oliver and Heston Blumenthal • Heart attack followed gourmet restaurant meal • 'Incredible' bon vivant lived life to full, says Oliver Tuesday 15 September 2009 15.06 EDT ...
Bezzerwizzer at Paint Branch High School - StudyBlue StudyBlue Which geometric shape does Frank Llyod Wright's Guggenheim Museum in New York echo? A spiral Which painter liked to present himself as the "Man in the Bowler Hat"? Rene Magritte Which IT company is also known by the abbreviation "HP"? Hewlett Packard Which ...
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How many feet in a UK mile?
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The Complete Guide To: Britain's national parks | The Independent UK The Complete Guide To: Britain's national parks To mark the 60th anniversary of the legislation that provided protection to our most precious landscapes, Simon Calder celebrates the wealth of history and nature on our doorstep Friday 14 August 2009 23...
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"Which New Zealander, known as ""The White Mouse"", was a leading figure in the maquis groups of the French Resistance, and became one of the Allies' most decorated servicewomen of World War II?"
1000+ images about Nancy Wake on Pinterest | Nancy dell'olio, Saints and Charlotte Forward Nancy Wake: SOE's Greatest Heroine by Russell Braddon. $12.31. Save 35% Off!. http://www.letrasdecanciones365.com/detailp/dplbd/0l7b5d2f4y5l4p8p5r4o.html. Author: Russell Braddon. Publisher: The History Press (May 1, 2010). Publi...
South Pacific - Songs South Pacific - Songs Synopsis DVD Cast The songs for "South Pacific" were written in 1949 for the Broadway play. The score contains some of the most beautiful and powerful songs written by Rodgers and Hammerstein. The lyrics of "You've Got to Be Carefully Taught" are particularly strong, as they ...
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What is the name of the land where ‘Puff the Magic Dragon’ lived?
Puff, The Magic Dragon Lyrics - Peter, Paul & Mary Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honali Little Jackie Paper loved that rascal Puff And brought him strings and sealing wax and other fancy stuff Oh, Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea And frolicked in the autu...
Classic Children's TV Stamps | Character Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia Classic Children's TV Stamps Share Set of Classic Children's TV Stamp Cards Featuring much-loved Characters from over 60 years of Children's Television. The Stamp Cards feature all classic Children's TV stamps and are reproduced at postcard size fr...
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In 1066, on which hill did Harold deploy his troops for the Battle of Hastings?
Battle of Hastings 1066 Battle of Hastings 1066 References In 1065 Edward the Confessor became very ill. Harold of Wessex claimed that Edward promised him the throne just before he died on 5th January, 1066. The next day there was a meeting of the Witan to decide who would become the next king of England. The Witan was...
William the Conqueror invades England - Sep 28, 1066 - HISTORY.com William the Conqueror invades England Share this: William the Conqueror invades England Author William the Conqueror invades England URL Publisher A+E Networks Claiming his right to the English throne, William, duke of Normandy, invades England at Peven...
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What is the capital of St Lucia?
Castries, capital city of Saint Lucia All... Castries, capital city of Saint Lucia Castries is an energetic city characterized by pulsing calypso beats, vibrant bursts of color, the aroma of fresh foods, packed streets and a charming population. The capital of Saint Lucia was founded in 1650 by the French, and the city...
Castries - Capital of St Lucia Castries Weddings and Honeymoons Share Castries is the vibrant capital of the island of St Lucia and home to an abundance of historical sights and attractions . The city, the biggest on the island, offers a wealth of exciting things to do. The port in Castries St Lucia welcomes thousands ...
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Clang! The Avedis Zildjian Company is best known for producing and popularizing what musical instruments?
DRUM! Magazine December 2015 by Enter Music Publishing, Inc. - issuu issuu P L AY B E T T E R FA ST E R 40 YEARS IN THE STUDIO WITH RUSH BY NEIL PEART Terri Lyne Win This Kit Worth $5,208! Sisterhood D234_01_Cover_NOSPINE.indd 1 10 Tips For Every Hand Drummer New Lesson ISSUE 234 Columnist! Chris Fryar Of Zac Brown Ban...
Adolphe Sax | Biography & History | AllMusic google+ Artist Biography by Franklin Stover The evolution of musical instruments can be described as a lengthy process involving scores of instrument makers, each building on the efforts of previous technicians. The genesis of the saxophone differs from the usu...
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Which nation’s football team won the FIFA World Cup in 2006?
FIFA.com - FIFA World Cup™ FIFA World Cup™ You're logging in with Facebook You're logging in with Twitter You're logging in with Google+ Connect Login Error The email address/password you submitted is wrong or could not be found. Please try again. If you are not a member of the FIFA.com Club, please register first. The...
England in the World Cup Final Tournament - Captains Captains     Captains at World Cup Final Tournaments 1950 - 2014 by Tournament 19500 4 matches against Hungary, Argentina, Bulgaria & Brazil 1966 6 matches against Uruguay, Mexico, France, Argentina, Portugal & West Germany 1970 4 matches against Romania, Bra...
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American Linus Pauling, 1954 Nobel Prizewinner, conceived a helical structure fundamental to?
Geometry.Net - Nobel: Pauling Linus Carl          Pauling Linus Carl:     Vitamin C and the Common Cold by Linus Carl Pauling, 1995-06 Architecture of Molecules by Linus Carl Pauling, Roger Hayward, 1970-12-07 pauling, linus carl Nacionalidad Estados yCrick encontraron en pauling una fuente en 1954 del Premio nobel d...
R. Buckminster Fuller, About a Visionary Designer By Jackie Craven Updated August 11, 2016. Famous for his design of the geodesic dome, Richard Buckminster Fuller spent his life exploring "what the little, penniless, unknown individual might be able to do effectively on behalf of all humanity." Background: Born: July 1...
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What name is given to the Scottish woollen cap, worn by Highlanders, with straight sides and a crease down the crown?
glengarry cap - Memidex dictionary/thesaurus glengarry cap Definition: a Scottish cap with straight sides and a crease along the top from front to back; worn by Highlanders as part of military dress Class: After Glengarry, a valley of central Scotland. (Source: American Heritage Dictionary)  [more] Definition reference...
Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense - Order of the Garter Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense from Wikipedia Website   A garter is one of the Order's most recognizable insignia. Diamonds spell out the motto of the Order on this seventeenth century garter. The Most Noble Order of the Garter is an English order of chivalry with a...
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Which two states border the US state of Florida?
Florida Map, Map of Florida USA, Detailed FL Map Florida Panhandle Map About Florida The state of Florida is located in the southeastern region of the United States. The Sunshine State is famous for sunny weather, pulpier oranges, glamorous coastline, abundant golf courses, and amusement parks. Florida achieved stateho...
Blog Blog Written by Sarasota Post Staff on 20 December 2016 . 125 million people come from all over the world to see Christmas in New York City!  It is a magical place during the holidays. It has become a present to myself over the last few years and I start thinking about what to do months ahead. This year it started...
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Who was the creator of the ceramic poppies placed around the Tower of London?
888,246 Ceramic Poppies Surround the Tower of London to Commemorate WWI | Colossal 888,246 Ceramic Poppies Surround the Tower of London to Commemorate WWIby Christopher Jobson on July 31, 2014 Historic Royal Palaces To commemorate the centennial of Britain’s involvement in the First World War, ceramic artist Paul Cummi...
Christopher Wren designed Monument commemorates the Great London Fire of 1666 - pictures, history. Monument in London by Katie Calvert Built to commemorate the Great Fire of 1666 and one of many London landmarks designed by Sir Christopher Wren, the Monument stands near the site of the baker's house on Pudding Lane whe...
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Won by Ray Harroun at the amazing speed of 74.602mph, the first Indianapolis 500 race was held in what year?
IndyCar Results - 2013 Indy 500: Race results 2013 Indy 500: Race results 2013 Indy 500: Race results 26 May 2013 Results and top facts and figures from the 97th running of the Indianapolis 500 race on Sunday May 26 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. 2013 Indy 500: Race results It was the 97th running of the greatest spec...
Indianapolis Motor Speedway In what year did the first Indianapolis 500 take place? 1911. Ray Harroun won in the Marmon "Wasp." Why was the distance of 500 miles selected? Having decided to dispense with multi-race programs and concentrate on one major race for 1911, Speedway leader Carl Fisher and his partners envisio...
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In which west country town is Pen Mill railway station?
New train services announced for the South West | West Country - ITV News 11 March 2015 at 10:57am New train services announced for the South West South West Trains have proposed new services to run this Winter Credit: Dominic Lipinski/PA Archive/Press Association Images South West Trains have announced it will impleme...
Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: November 2015 Macclesfield Pub Quiz League Set by The Park Tavern and the Brewers Q1 Great Britain is to appear in the Tennis Davis Cup final in which Belgian city? Ghent Q2 Once storms Abigail, Barney, Clodagh, Desmond and Eva have passed the UK, which will be next? Frank The current Ebol...
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Which part of the human body is referred to by the adjective, renal?
human body | Britannica.com Human body Human body, the physical substance of the human organism, composed of living cells and extracellular materials and organized into tissues, organs, and systems. For a depiction of the gross anatomy of the human body, see Human Anatomy . Many entries describe the body’s major struct...
Round One Jeopardy Template The name of Dr. Sieuss's egg-hatching elephant 100 Well-known Tasmanian-born leading lady who launched her entertainment career under the name of Queenie O'Brien. 100 What is the kitchen? Room in the average American home that is the scene of the greatest number of arguments. 100 The distanc...
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Who took the official photographs on 25 November, relating to the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton, which were released in December 2010?
Prince William & Kate Middleton’s Official Engagement Photos by Mario Testino Prince William & Kate Middleton’s official engagement portraits by Mario Testino [ad#textbanner1] Two new official photographs of Prince William and his fiancee Kate Middleton, taken by Mario Testino, were released Sunday to mark their engage...
Macclesfield Pub Quiz League: 12th October – The Questions 12th October – The Questions Specialist questions set by Waters Green Rams. General knowledge questions set by Church House, Bollington. All vetted by Harrington Academicals. SPECIALIST ROUNDS- 1. SINCE YOU’VE BEEN GONE 2. SCIENCE 5. TIME FOR THE KIDS 6. POLITI...
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"What type of alcohol, known as ""the green fairy"", was once banned in most of Europe?"
Absinthe: Dancing with the Green Fairy > Absinthe: Meeting the Green Fairy - Absinthe's history, ingredients, famous drinkers... > Absinthe in the USA Popular! - Green and legal, but is it the real Green Fairy? > Century 100: A rare absinthe reviewed Popular! - My verdict: The world's (second) best absinthe. > Buy Absi...
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Which god rode an eight-legged horse called Sleipnir?
Facts and Figures: The Norse Way   Here are some definitions that I wanted to clear up about the Norse gods. The word "Aesir" can mean gods and goddesses who belong to the tribe of gods living in Asgard. However, more precisely, "Aesir" is plural for the gods, where as an Aesir god may be referred to as "As". While the...
General Knowledge Quiz - By Zarbo84 The fictional character John Clayton is better known by what name? La Paz is the administrative capital of which South American country? Actor Charles Buchinsky was better known by what name? The medical condition ‘aphonia’ is the inability to do what? In Greek mythology, Pygmalion w...
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What was the name of the hurricane that hit America in September 2003
Historic Hurricanes--Some Of The Most Powerful Storms On Record. Hurricane Gloria --Termed the Storm Of The Century at one point in its life. This Category Three Hurricane made landfall over the outer banks of North Carolina, and then moved up the East Coast of the United States on September 27, 1985. Estim...
Storm Barrels Through Region, Leaving Destructive Path - The New York Times The New York Times U.S. |Storm Barrels Through Region, Leaving Destructive Path Search Continue reading the main story Hurricane Sandy battered the mid-Atlantic region on Monday, its powerful gusts and storm surges causing once-in-a-generation ...
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In which capital city is the largest museum in the world?
Top Ten Best Capital Cities - TheTopTens® Top Ten Best Capital Cities MatrixGuy The Top Ten 1 Islamabad It is an amazing;highly developed and absolutely safe capital city, but also regarded as one of the best capitals in Asia and can be competed with any glorious capital city in the world - even from a highly developed...
Largest Cities in the World, Most Populous Cities of the World Description: The map highlights, along with their urban agglomerations, top ten largest and leading cities of the world. These are Tokyo, Delhi, Shanghai, Mexico City, Sao Paulo, Mumbai, Osaka, Beijing, Newark, and Cairo. Here's the order :  Tokyo :  Tokyo,...
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What is the official language of Chile?
Chile's Official Language - Chile Travel Guide - Pepe's Chilean Adoration Page Travel > Chile's Official Language Chile's official language is Spanish. If you want to be able to speak with a Chilean, use Spanish. Spanish Chileans, like many Latin Americans, speak Spanish as their primary language. When asked ...
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Which beverage, introduced in 1898, was originally called ‘Brad’s Drink’?
Pepsi was originally called "Brad's Drink" Pepsi was originally called "Brad's Drink" Go to permalink Some of the soft drinks we know today originally started as patent medicines in the late 19th century — including Coca-Cola, which infamously contained cocaine . But when Caleb Bradham invented a drink in 1893 he set o...
Pálinka, the Hungarian Brandy Pálinka, the Hungarian Brandy Tweet Pálinka is a type of fruit brandy, distilled from a variety of fruits grown mainly on the Great Hungarian Plains. It is a strong and intense alcoholic beverage and comes in a variety of flavors, including apricot (barack), pear (körte), plum (szilva) and...
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Hey Big Spender is a song from which musical?
Big Spender - YouTube Big Spender Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. The interactive transcript could not be loaded. Loading... Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right...
Collection - Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous Sexual Healing What's Going On (Motown 25) Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. (April 2, 1939 – April 1, 1984), better known by his stage name Marvin Gaye, was an American singer-songwriter and musician with a three-octave vocal range . [2] Starting his career as a member of the doo-wop...
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How many countries now form the European Union?
From 6 to 28 members - European Commission From 6 to 28 members What were you looking for? Any suggestions? From 6 to 28 members From 6 to 28 members From 6 to 28 members The EU is a unique economic and political partnership between 28 European countries that together cover much of the continent. It was created in the ...
List of countries in Europe in alphabetical order Best Travel Places List of countries in Europe Europe is a unique continent, which is not surrounded by water from all directions, and has an overland border with the neighbouring Asia. Physiographically, it occupies the northwestern part of the large landmass known as ...
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Which band recorded the soundtrack to the 1986 film, 'Highlander'?
Highlander Soundtrack and Movie Music - The 80s Movies Rewind Highlander Soundtrack Click for more info & how to buy... SmartLinking:To save you time, artists listed on this page are only clickable if they have contributed to at least one other movie we feature. Click these linked names to see what else their music has...
Tina Turner - 80s Songs and Albums - simplyeighties.com 1988  Tina Live In Europe  #86 (US)  #8 (UK) 1999  Divas Live '99  #90 (US) 2009  Tina Live  #169 (US) #43 (UK) We Don't Need Another Hero (1985) This No.2 hit single (in the UK) was the first track to be lifted from the soundtrack album Mad Max, Beyond Thunderdom...
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In English law, what name is given to a written statement of fact voluntarily made by a person under oath or affirmation?
The Affiant legal definition of The Affiant The Affiant legal definition of The Affiant http://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/The+Affiant Related to The Affiant: Counter affidavit Affidavit A written statement of facts voluntarily made by an affiant under an oath or affirmation administered by a person authoriz...
Is British Monarch 'Defender Of The Faith' Or 'Faiths'? | The Huffington Post Is British Monarch 'Defender Of The Faith' Or 'Faiths'? 10/11/2012 08:57 am ET | Updated Oct 15, 2012 Trevor Grundy Religion News Service LONDON (RNS) As Britain awaits the appointment of the next archbishop of Canterbury to lead both the Chu...
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Which Football League club were previously known as Singers F.C.?
Arsenal among Premier League clubs absent from EFL Trophy groups draw | Football | The Guardian Arsenal among Premier League clubs absent from EFL Trophy groups draw • Number of leading sides decline to take part in revamped competition • Draw sees 16 groups of four teams split across northern and southern sections Bar...
Leicester City's 'King Power' synchronicity : Synchronicities by SyncGuy44 BACKGROUND to "The Greatest Footballing Story Of All Time" England's Leicester City (LC) and King Richard III share a very special bond, based on the fact that Richard III was buried there following the Battle of Bosworth. His remains were entom...
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Which vast US corporation confidentially settled a c.13year dispute in 2010 with The Smiley Company for the use of the smiley face logo?
Scotia iTrade (formerly E*Trade Canada): A Canadian Discount Broker Review | Canadian Capitalist Reply I am an ITrade user. I am new to DIY and I have not used other such sites so I have no comparison. I have transfered all registered accounts including a LIRA and I appreciate having all the registered accounts in one ...
Snowy Afternoon quiz [Archive] - CPFC BBS 1. As at 2008 which corporation owns the brands Duracell, Braun and Gillette? 2. Who was the first artist to appear at the new Wembley Stadium? 3. In which year did the first Mersey road tunnel open? 4. In which country was Imry Nagy twice Prime Minister, executed for treason i...
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Who won 'The Battle of the Sexes' tennis match at the Houston Astrodome in 1973?
Billie Jean King Wins the ‘Battle of the Sexes,’ 40 Years Ago - History in the Headlines Billie Jean King Wins the ‘Battle of the Sexes,’ 40 Years Ago September 20, 2013 By Jesse Greenspan Share this: Billie Jean King Wins the ‘Battle of the Sexes,’ 40 Years Ago Author Billie Jean King Wins the ‘Battle of the Sexes,’ 4...
ESPN.com: Billie Jean won for all women Billie Jean won for all women By Larry Schwartz Special to ESPN.com Billie Jean King won six Wimbledon singles championships and four U.S. Open titles. She was ranked No. 1 in the world five years. She defeated such magnificent players as Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert and Marg...
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Where is the world's longest toughest horse race of over 1000 km in the footsteps of Genghis Khan?
World's Toughest Horse Race Retraces Genghis Khan's Postal Route World's Toughest Horse Race Retraces Genghis Khan's Postal Route Riders attempt to stay atop half-wild Mongol horses for over 600 miles (1,000 kilometers). View Images Competitors gallop toward the finish of 2010's Mongol Derby. Fewer than half of the rid...
TRIVIA - HISTORICAL TRIVIA - HISTORICAL ` History Trivia What was a ship called the Ancon the first to travel through, on August 15, 1914? The Panama Canal. What fighter pilot flew World War I missions with his Great Dane "Moritz" next to him in the cockpit? Monfred von Richthofen, or " The Red Baron". What country los...
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In which area of France is The Camargue
Camargue Horses   Camargue Horses As the name suggests, these horses come from the Camargue , a wetland area at the mouth of the River Rhône . They constitute a distinct breed, which, like the Camargue bulls, live in semi-liberty. The Camargue horse is one of the oldest breeds in the world, closely related to the prehi...
French wines and wine regions of France South-west Alsace Situated on the lower eastern slopes of the Vosges mountains, in the Rhine valley between Strasbourg and Mulhouse, the Alsace vineyard is rather different from any other French wine growing area. Like the region of Alsace itself, the wine culture here is steeped...
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Michelangelo's statue 'David' is in the Galleria dell'Accademia in which city?
Michelangelo's David: Admire World's Greatest Sculpture at Accademia Gallery Book your tickets » Michelangelo was only 26 years old in 1501, but he was already the most famous and best paid artist in his days. He accepted the challenge with enthusiasm to sculpt a large scale David and worked constantly for over two yea...
Pietà by Michelangelo – Facts & History of the Artwork 68.5 in × 76.8 in 174 cm × 195 cm The Pietà is regarded as one of the greatest works of the Renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti. This impressive sculpture is currently placed in Vatican City, at St. Peter’s Basilica. The Pietà is among the initial works of a...
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What was the name of the pet Shitzu/Bichon frise owned by English television presenter Paul O’Grady?
Paul O'Grady (Comedian) - Pics, Videos, Dating, & News Paul O'Grady Male Born Jun 14, 1955 Paul James Michael O'Grady MBE is an English comedian, television presenter, actor, writer and radio DJ. He is best known for presenting the daytime chat television series, The Paul O'Grady Show and, more recently, Paul O'Grady L...
Animal Magic - 1962 - 1983 - British Classic Comedy Uncategorized They should bring this back with Paul O Grady.  Animal Magic had to be one of the most imaginative children’s television programs ever.  It combined education and a sense of fun in a way that gripped the viewer’s imagination.  A wonderful way to teach ch...
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Who was the London-based Jewish music impresario who managed Gene Vincent, Small Faces, Electric Light Orchestra and Black Sabbath?
Revealed: the dark secrets of Sharon Osbourne's dad, the Al Capone of pop | Daily Mail Online Revealed: the dark secrets of Sharon Osbourne's dad, the Al Capone of pop By MICK WALL Last updated at 20:17 28 July 2007 When music mogul Don Arden, a notorious thug with Mafia links, died last week, people assumed he had tak...
Index-a The live album Beauty and the Beat featured pianist George Shearring and which singer? Peggy Lee Whose band was the Tijuana Brass? Herb Alpert Who were Cliff Richard's backing group through the 60s? The Shadows Who were the famous backing singers on most of Elvis Presley's early hits? The Jordanaires The...
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Who played the role of Brian of Nazareth in the 1979 film ‘The Life of Brian’?
Life of Brian (1979) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error Brian is born on the original Christmas, in the stable next door....
Brian Wilde - The Full Wiki The Full Wiki More info on Brian Wilde   Wikis       Note: Many of our articles have direct quotes from sources you can cite, within the Wikipedia article! This article doesn't yet, but we're working on it! See more info or our list of citable articles . Related top topics Top rankings for B...
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John Maus died in May 2011, of which pop group had he been a member?
John Walker obituary | Music | The Guardian John Walker obituary Singer with the Walker Brothers, one of the most popular bands of the 1960s John Walker in 1965, the year his group arrived in England from America. Photograph: Dezo Hoffmann/Rex Features Monday 9 May 2011 13.40 EDT First published on Monday 9 May 2011 13...
Oasis’s Biography — Free listening, videos, concerts, stats and photos at Last.fm Biography There are multiple artists who have used the name Oasis: 1. Oasis were an English rock band that formed in Manchester in 1991. Originally known as The Rain, the group was formed by Liam Gallagher (vocals and tambourine), Paul ...
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Which of the Japanese islands has the highest population?
Overview of the Four Islands of Japan • Honshu Honshu is the largest island of Japan and it is where the majority of the country's cities are located ( maps ). The Tokyo Osaka-Kyoto area is the core Honshu and Japan and 25% of the island's population lives in the Tokyo region. Honshu has a total area of 88,017 square m...
SHINKANSEN - Go Japan Go SHINKANSEN Shinkansen - High Speed inter-city passenger train in Japan. The Shinkansen is known in the West as the " Bullet Train ". Details on Shinkansen network, history, models, pictures and video.  The first line, the Tōkaidō Shinkansen, was opened in 1964. The network has since expanded to...
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What is the only US state capital to have a 3-word name?
Quiz: How well do you know the 50 states? - CSMonitor.com Quiz: How well do you know the 50 states? For kids: Test your knowledge of the nifty 50 states and their capitals. By Felice Prager Save for later Saved Here's a quiz about the United States. "Not geography," you protest! Not at all. Try this first without a map...
Record-Breakers and Trivia - everyHit.com >>> But what's the longest word in a lyric? Word featuring in most titles The word "The" features in more hit titles than any other word (2506). Runner-up, a long way behind is "You" (1489) (as of w/e 11th Oct 2003) Word starting most titles The word "I" starts more hit titles ...
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Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first two men to walk on the moon in 1969, but which fellow American became the third man to achieve this feat on November 19th 1969 along with fellow astronaut Alan Bean in the Apollo 12 mission?
UFOs in Space - UFOlogy: Science of UFOs UFOlogy: Science of UFOs Rohn DeSilva Russians Encounter UFOs in Space Ever since our first venture into space the UFOs and their occupants have kept close watch on our progress into space. In October 4th, 1957 the Russian launched the first probe/satellite, Sputnik I, into spac...
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Who made his directorial debut with the 1998 film 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels'?
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) - Guy Ritchie | Review | AllMovie Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) Directed by Guy Ritchie Genres - Crime   |   Sub-Genres - Crime Comedy , Buddy Film , Caper   |   Release Date - Mar 5, 1999 (USA)  |   Run Time - 105 min.  |   Countries - UK  |   MPAA Rating - R All...
Christopher Reeve - IMDb IMDb Actor | Producer | Miscellaneous Crew Christopher D'Olier Reeve was born September 25, 1952, in New York City, to journalist Barbara Johnson (née Barbara Pitney Lamb) and writer/professor F.D. Reeve (Franklin D'Olier Reeve). He came from an upper-class family; his paternal grandfather was ...
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What would a Cockney want to drink, if he ordered a 'Vera' in a pub?
Cockney Rhyming Slang Dictionary | 1st (first class degree) Geoff Hurst He managed a Geoff [Geoff Hurst was a soccer player who played for England 49 times - Thanks to L H Webber] 2:2 (lower second class degree) Desmond Tutu He’s got his Desmond [Thanks to John Curtis-Rouse] 3rd (third class degree) I got a Desmond but...
World Jeopardy Jeopardy Template The national dish of Spain 100 It is the earth's largest continent? 100 This flag is red, white and blue and has fifty stars. 100 The Yankees and Mets play this type of sport. 100 Who is Lasse Hallstrom? What is the name of the Swedish director who directed Chocolat and My Life as a Dog...
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Semiotics is the study of what?
Definitions of Semiotic Terms Semiotic Terminology   Semiotics, or semiology, is the study of signs, symbols, and signification. It is the study of how meaning is created, not what it is. Below are some brief definitions of semiotic terms, beginning with the smallest unit of meaning and proceeding towards the larger an...
In Search of Myths & Heroes . Ask Michael Wood | PBS Below Michael Wood answers questions submitted by PBS viewers after the November 2005 airing of In Search of Myths and Heroes. He is no longer answering questions, but if you would like to send feedback, please feel free to do so on the following page, http://www.pbs...
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According to the nursery rhyme, what merry old soul called for his pipe and he called for his bowl And he called for his fiddlers three?
Old King Cole Old King Cole Old King Cole was a merry old soul And a merry old soul was he; He called for his pipe, and he called for his bowl And he called for his fiddlers three. Every fiddler he had a fiddle, And a very fine fiddle had he; Oh there's none so rare, as can compare With King Cole and his fiddlers three...
The Gilbert and Sullivan Operettas Links The Gilbert and Sullivan Operettas Our group is dedicated to performing the joint works of Sir W.S. Gilbert (1836-1911), playwright and humorist, and Sir Arthur Sullivan (1842-1900), unofficial composer laureate of England and favorite of Queen Victoria. Together they wrote a se...
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Which period in the Mesozoic era came between the Triassic and the Cretaceous?
The Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Periods Andrew Bret Wallis/ The Image Bank/ Getty Images Updated April 25, 2016. It may come as a shock to the average dinosaur buff, but the Triassic , Jurassic , and Cretaceous periods weren't originally designated as a way to keep track of long-extinct reptiles. Rather, these v...
Animals Animals and Nature People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) founded 1980 from Jeopardy TV show KINGDOM, Animal, Plant, Mineral PHYLLUM  Chordata Class: Mammal (Order: primate Family: hominadae Genus: homo; Species: sapiens). Amphibian, Bird, Reptile, Pisces, Cartilaginous fish. About 180 million years...
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In music a bagatelle is a piece of music composed primarily for which instrument
Basic glossary of musical forms Music cataloging resources Basic glossary of musical forms These definitions are taken in part from the glossary of the The Classical Music Navigator by Charles H. Smith air/ayre: (1) an English song or melody from the 16th to the 19th century; (2) a 16th-century solo song with lute a...
Violin : Wikis (The Full Wiki) The Full Wiki       Note: Many of our articles have direct quotes from sources you can cite, within the Wikipedia article! This article doesn't yet, but we're working on it! See more info or our list of citable articles . Related top topics For other uses, see Violin (disambiguation) . Vi...
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Which organ of the body secretes insulin?
How Insulin Works in the Body How Insulin Works in the Body Search the site By Elizabeth Woolley - Reviewed by a board-certified physician. Updated November 14, 2016 Insulin has a hand in several processes in your body: Not only does it assist with metabolizing carbohydrates and storing glucose for energy in cells, but...
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The religious festival Mawlid al-Nabi marks whose birthday?
Islamic Holidays (Ramadan, Muharram, Mawlid al-Nabi, and more) Islamic Holiday Dates Muharram (1 Muharram): The Islamic New Year The month of Muharram marks the beginning of the Islamic liturgical year. The Islamic year begins on the first day of Muharram, and is counted from the year of the Hegira (anno Hegirae) the...
1962 Academy Awards® Winners and History Actor: GREGORY PECK for "Lawrence of Arabia" Actress: ANNE BANCROFT in "The Miracle Worker", Bette Davis in "What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?" , Katharine Hepburn in "Long Day's Journey Into Night", Geraldine Page in "Sweet Bird of Youth," Lee Re...
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In which English town is the Spire Brewery and is in the CAMRA magazine called Inn Spire?
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England travel guide - Wikitravel Cities[ edit ] England has many large cities. Listed below are nine of the most popular: London — largest metropolitan area in Western Europe, and a global capital of finance, fashion and culture. Birmingham — the UK's second largest city (by population) in the industrial heartland. Br...
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At which venue in the north-west was Britain's first greyhound stadium opened in 1926?
The last days of Walthamstow Stadium | Sport | The Guardian The Observer The last days of Walthamstow Stadium This month, the most charismatic greyhound track in Britain will close down. We celebrate a venue that, over 75 years, has hosted everyone from Winston Churchill to Brad Pitt. See it in all its glory here Walth...
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By what other name is the bird the landrail known?
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Birds beginning with R Birds beginning with R Fish Birds beginning with R R - It is a typical "sylvia" warbler, similar in size but slimmer than Sardinian Warbler. The adults have a plain grey back and paler grey underparts. The bill is fine and pointed, with brown legs and red eyes. The striking male has a black head ...
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Which autonomous grouping of islands in the Caribbean was dissolved on 10 October 2010?
New constitutional order | Caribbean Parts of the Kingdom | Government.nl Caribbean Parts of the Kingdom Documents New constitutional order The islands had reached final agreement on a new constitutional order within the Kingdom of the Netherlands on 15 December 2008, during a Round Table Conference held in Curaçao. A ...
National Geographic Magazine - NGM.com By Karen E. Lange ver. 5 - Wed, Saturday 2, 0 at 12:00:00 AM Almost half a century after the United Nations called for independence for all colonies, the organization lists 16 places—with 1.2 million people—that are still ruled by foreign powers. The UN wants these "non-self-gover...
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From which US city can one travel south to Canada?
What is the only U.S. city from which you can drive due south into Canada? What is the only U.S. city from which you can drive due south into Canada? (Scroll down for the answer…)       The United States of America and Canada have one of the the most stable and mutually-beneficial international relationships in the wor...
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Which country are the current Olympic football champions?
History of the Olympic football tournament - World Soccer World Soccer TAGS: London 2012 Olympic football tournament Steve Menary Football was a part of the Olympic Games more than two decades before FIFA organised the first World Cup. After desultory attempts in Paris in 1900 and St Louis four years later, the 1908 Lo...
World Cup 2014: Germans certain their team will beat Argentina - BBC Sport BBC Sport World Cup 2014: Germans certain their team will beat Argentina By Patrick Strasser Germany's 7-1 thrashing of Brazil was one of the World Cup's biggest ever shocks 2014 Fifa World Cup final Venue: Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro Date:...
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The following were influential in developing which subject in China: Liu Hui, Zu Geng, Li Chunfeng, Yang Hui, Shen Kuo, Liu Xin, Zhang Heng, Liu Hui, Zu Chongzhi and Wang Xiaotong?
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"Who wrote and directed the Bafta Award winning short film ""Franz Kafka's It's a Wonderful Life"" (1993)?"
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Songwriters Hall of Fame - Stephen Sondheim Exhibit Home Hal Leonard Sondheim - the name be-speaks theatrical excitement and applause. He is one of the singularly gifted within the ranks of the Broadway musical elite, a man who has spent his entire career making wonderful music. While Stephen Sondheim may be best known...
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What city, famous for its 'black hole' is the Capital of West Bengal, and the third largest in India?
Kolkata | India | Britannica.com Kolkata Job Charnock Kolkata, Bengali Kalikata, formerly Calcutta, city, capital of West Bengal state, and former capital (1772–1911) of British India . It is one of India’s largest cities and one of its major ports. The city is centred on the east bank of the Hugli (Hooghly) River , on...
60 years of Satyajit Ray's 'Pather Panchali': Lesser known facts about the classic - News18 60 years of Satyajit Ray's 'Pather Panchali': Lesser known facts about the classic http://shominisen First published: August 26, 2015, 3:38 PM IST | Updated: August 27, 2015 On its 60th Anniversary, here are some le...
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Which US poet wrote the Star-Spangled Banner?
9 Things You May Not Know About “The Star-Spangled Banner” - History in the Headlines 9 Things You May Not Know About “The Star-Spangled Banner” September 12, 2014 By Christopher Klein Share Why does the American flag have 13 stripes? Get all the facts and figures on "Old Glory." Share this: 9 Things You May Not Know A...
Robert Burns: Modern English Translations and Original Poems, Songs, Quotes and Epigrams The HyperTexts Robert Burns: Modern English Translations and Original Poems, Songs, Quotes and Epigrams Robert Burns is generally considered to be Scotland's greatest poet and songwriter. When asked to name the source of his great...
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From what London building in 1936 were the first BBC TV broadcasts made?
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BBC - Bradford and West Yorkshire - 360º - National Museum of Photography, Film and Television The BBC is not responsible for the content of external websites. 360º Views View a printable version of this page. Tell me more! This is the entrance to the museum The National...
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Who shot and killed Lee Harvey Oswald?
Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald - Nov 24, 1963 - HISTORY.com Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald Share this: Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald Author Jack Ruby kills Lee Harvey Oswald URL Publisher A+E Networks At 12:20 p.m., in the basement of the Dallas police station, Lee Harvey Oswald, the alleged assassin of Presi...
Assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. (4 April 1968) Assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. (4 April 1968) At 6:05 P.M. on Thursday, 4 April 1968, Martin Luther King was shot dead while standing on a balcony outside his second-floor room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. News of King’s assassination prom...
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Three people have featured on the reverse of the £5 note, the two most recent are George Stephenson and Elizabeth Fry, who was the first?
::: A Short History of English Banknotes ::: Where did banknotes come from?   The earliest banking involved money-changing between coin and bullion and between different currencies, issuing bills of exchange (in the form of a letter asking one person to pay a sum of money to another on behalf of the person who wrote th...
BBC NEWS | Business | New Adam Smith �20 note launched An image of Smith already appears on some Scottish �50 notes. Public confidence Smith will replace composer Edward Elgar on the �20 note The Bank of England said introducing the new �20 note would be a major undertaking, as the denomination is by far the most...
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Who was the first female D.J. on Radio 1?
BBC Radio 1 - Annie Nightingale - Annie Nightingale Profile Annie Nightingale Profile A little bit about Annie “She was always the first on to the floor, last to slide under the table” Gillian Reynolds, Daily Telegraph Annie Nightingale is best known as Britain’s first female DJ on Radio 1. She is now the station’s lon...
The Gentlewoman the gentlewoman The smart Scottish broadcaster who’s asking all the right questions The Gentlewoman Issue no. 10 The Scottish broadcaster Kirsty Young, 46, has a voice like honey and hair to match. She made reading the news modern and glamorous when she started presenting perched on the desk rather than...
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Who was the first woman in Space?
First woman in space - Jun 16, 1963 - HISTORY.com First woman in space Publisher A+E Networks On June 16, 1963, aboard Vostok 6, Soviet Cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova becomes the first woman to travel into space. After 48 orbits and 71 hours, she returned to earth, having spent more time in space than all U.S. astronau...
BBC ON THIS DAY | 28 | 2001: First space tourist blasts off 2001: First space tourist blasts off A billionaire businessman from California has become the first paying passenger to go to outer space. Dennis Tito, aged 60, set off from Kazakhstan at 1338 local time (0838 GMT) for an eight-day holiday aboard the Internati...
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John Adair, Hersey & Blanchard, Tannenbaum & Schmidt, and Kurt Lewin are famous theorists in?
Free leadership theory training materials, leadership theories guide - what is leadership? 'how to' leadership, leadership tips, leadership skills educational articles for leadership and management training, how to be an effective leader New Free Leadership eLearning Businessballs has partnered with A...
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Coulrophobia is the fear of what type of people?
What is the Fear of Clowns (Coulrophobia)? Updated September 09, 2016 Coulrophobia, or fear of clowns, seems to be relatively common. A January 2008 report from BBC News suggests that clown phobia may be more ingrained than was previously assumed. That article cites a recent study conducted by University of Sheffield r...
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Who played the title character in the 2012 film 'Lincoln'?
Nov. 8 2012 4:50 PM What Did the People of Lincoln Really Look Like? By David Haglund and Katie Kilkenny   More than 40 characters in Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln are based on historical figures. (There are also over a dozen named characters who appear to be fictional, judging from our research.) Given the movie’s obviou...
Oscars: 10 nominations for Slumdog Millionaire | Film | The Guardian Close This article is 7 years old The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, the curious movie about a man who ages backwards, headed the Oscar nominations announced today in Los Angeles. Slumdog Millionaire , Danny Boyle's Mumbai-set tale, which took best ...
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Brittany ferries operate a direct service for Irish passengers from Cork to which French port in the Finisterre department?
Contact details for Reservations & Enquiries - Brittany Ferries Brittany Ferries (Group = 10 passengers or more travelling in one vehicle or by foot). Tel: 0330 159 5400 Follow us for information, advice and ideas. Visit us for information and destination videos. Lost Property For enquiries on or close to the day of de...
County Mayo travel guide - Wikitravel Roads[ edit ] The N5 is the main road to Dublin, it leaves the Castlebar eastbound to Swinford and joins the N4 to Dublin at Longford. The N5 also runs westbound to Westport. The N60 runs south-east from Castlebar to the Roscommon border The N84 runs south from Castlebar to Galway....
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In the Arthur Conan Doyle stories about Sherlock Holmes who was the housekeeper at 221B Baker Street?
Sherlockian FAQ - The Arthur Conan Doyle Encyclopedia Sherlockian FAQ Here is the answers of the most frequently questions asked by newcomers in Sherlockiana  : Contents Who's Who Who is Sherlock Holmes? Dictionary definition : Sherlock Holmes is a fictional character created by Arthur Conan Doyle appearing in 60 stori...
An Englishmans Favourite Bits of England Vol 4 An Englishmans Favourite Bits of England Vol 4 Index Part 1 of Volume 4 Hauntings of Royal Naval Hospital Haslar, England Famous Hauntings of England Mrs Duncan – The Last Witch to be Tried in England Is This Proof of Reincarnation? Wymering Manor House – The Most Haunted ...
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Who won a Silver medal in the 1988 Olympic Games for 110m hurdles?
World Championships: Men’s 110m hurdles by Athletics Weekly July 26, 2015 It’s the turn of the men’s 110m hurdles as we take an event-by-event look back at the IAAF World Championships The home crowd for the inaugural championships in Helsinki in 1983 regarded the 110m hurdles as one of the highlights as they had a gen...
OLYMPICS / Barcelona 1992: Rowing: Searle brothers surge through to gold | The Independent OLYMPICS / Barcelona 1992: Rowing: Searle brothers surge through to gold Sunday 2 August 1992 23:02 BST Click to follow The Independent Online THE SEARLE brothers, Greg and Jonny, gave Britain its second rowing gold in the most s...
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Which Roman road linked Lincoln to Exeter?
Fosse Way Fosse Way Roman Britain, with the Fosse Way in red Fosse Way from the top of Brinklow Castle, Warwickshire The Fosse Way was a Roman road in England that linked Exeter ( Isca Dumnoniorum) in South West England to Lincoln ( Lindum Colonia) in the East Midlands, via Ilchester ( Lindinis), Bath ( Aquae Sulis), C...
Abraham Lincoln | whitehouse.gov Air Force One Abraham Lincoln Abraham Lincoln became the United States' 16th President in 1861, issuing the Emancipation Proclamation that declared forever free those slaves within the Confederacy in 1863. Lincoln warned the South in his Inaugural Address: "In your hands, my dissatisfie...
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From which country does LEGO originate?
Where did LEGO originate? | Reference.com Where did LEGO originate? A: Quick Answer LEGO building blocks were first introduced by the LEGO toy company of Bilund, Denmark. An earlier version, called Automatic Binding Blocks, was first made by the LEGO company in 1949. In 1953, these blocks were renamed LEGO bricks. The ...
Laszlo Jozsef Biro - inventor of the modern ballpoint pen - Famous Inventor Laszlo Jozsef Biro - inventor of the modern ballpoint pen László József Bíró (September 29, 1899 – October 24, 1985) was the inventor of the modern ballpoint pen. Bíró was born in Budapest, Austria-Hungary in 1899. He presented the first produc...
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Which national newspaper has been edited by Roy Greenslade, Colin Myler and Piers Morgan?
Daily Mirror : definition of Daily Mirror and synonyms of Daily Mirror (English) www.mirror.co.uk The Daily Mirror (informally The Mirror) is a British national daily tabloid newspaper which was founded in 1903. From 1985 to 1987, and from 1997 to 2002, the title on its masthead was simply The Mirror. It had an average...
National UK Newspapers That Stopped Publishing in the 80s & 90s | Mental Floss UK National UK Newspapers That Stopped Publishing in the 80s & 90s As The Independent ceases its print edition, the big newspapers of the past that are no more... Simon Brew google+ Whilst the falling circulations of print newspapers have le...
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"Which flowers are ""in the hospital"", according to a 1993 hit by the Manic Street Preachers?"
Manic Street Preachers | Music Hub | Fandom powered by Wikia The Manics first full length album was released on 10 February 1992. Despite being credited in the album notes, Edwards did not play guitar in any of the albums 18 tracks, as Bradfield played it on all tracks. The Generation Terrorists artwork. The U.S releas...
1. Which Newton-le- Willows singer has been nominated for an MTV award? - Jade Wright - Liverpool Echo 1. Which Newton-le- Willows singer has been nominated for an MTV award? 2. Lenny Henry will star in which Shakespearean tragedy next year?  Share Get daily updates directly to your inbox + Subscribe Could not subscrib...
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What kitchen tool was invented my William Lyman in 1870
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One of the most widespread of all butterflies, Vanessa Cardui has orange-brown wings with black and white corners. How is it commonly known?
Butterflies of Arizona -- Vanessa cardui Butterflies of Arizona Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui [Linnaeus]) Wing span: 2 - 2 7/8 inches (5.1 - 7.3 cm). Identification: Upperside is orange-brown with darker wing bases; forewing with black apex patch and white bar on leading edge; hindwing submarginal row of 5 small black s...
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Which was the first country to introduce Old Age Pensions?
Social Security History Social Security History This is an archival or historical document and may not reflect current policies or procedures. Otto von Bismarck German Chancellor 1862-1890 SSA History Archives. Germany became the first nation in the world to adopt an old-age social insurance program in 1889, designed b...
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What song was written by Bob Geldof in the aftermath of Brenda Ann Spencer's attempted massacre at an elementary school across the street from her house in San Diego, California, in 1979?
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Which opera is set in Catfish Row?
Opera on Catfish Row - UNCG Campus Weekly UNCG Campus Weekly March 16, 2010 by Campus Weekly Staff “Porgy and Bess,” the classic George Gershwin opera that introduced “Summertime” and “It Ain’t Necessarily So” into the American songbook, will be performed at Aycock Auditorium Sunday, March 21. The 3 p.m. matinee, part ...
Metropolitan Opera: Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov - WQXR Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov Elizabeth Zagroba René Pape as Boris Godunov (© Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera) A story of greed, betrayal and a nation at a loss, the Met's first new production of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov in 36 years places René Pape square in the lime...
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Standing for “the Memphis Group”, the M.G.’s back up what R&B singing legend?
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Quiz Link 4 1.     Who founded the Tamla Motown record label? Berry Gordy 2.     What folksy British singer-songwriting guitarist was famous also for his whistling? Roger Whittaker 3.     What was Hugo Montenegro's instrumental hit, composed by Ennio Morricone for the film of the same name? The Good, the Bad, and the U...
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Which video game series follows the adventures of Sackboy?
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Robin Hood / Myth - TV Tropes The infamous silver arrow prop which looked like a dildo . Also in 1984, a made-for-TV parody, The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood aired. Notable for a surprising number of recognizable names in its cast (if not much else): George Segal played Robin Hood, Morgan Fairchild played Maid Marian,...
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George Lazenby's only Bond film was 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service'. Who played Blofeld in that film?
On Her Majesty's Secret Service | Far Flungers | Roger Ebert On Her Majesty's Secret Service by Gerardo Valero Tweet "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" (1969) is widely considered one of the best James Bond films. This was no small achievement considering that the series had just lost Sean Connery , its bona-fide star w...
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Alamut Castle, now in modern-day Iran, is remembered today as the home of what notorious group between 1090 and 1256 AD?
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Passable Literature Trivia Quiz In which book would you find a Heffalump?  Which detective had a landlady called Mrs. Hudson?  Who wrote the Booker Prize winning novel The Life of Pi?  Which of Alexandre Dumas' 'Three Musketeers' real identity is Comte de la Fère?  In which language did Vladimir Nabokov write Lolita?  ...
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The naval battle fought on 2 April 1801 known as the Battle of Copenhagen was fought between Denmark and a navy from where?
Battle of Copenhagen 1801 How to cite this article Free Ships vs Blockage One of the great controversies of naval warfare has always been over the right of neutral trading nations during times of war. The British position had always been that denying their enemies their trade was a legitimate part of warfare. As a nava...
Discover Nelson in Norfolk Where to Stay Discover Nelson in Norfolk We’re very proud here in Norfolk that we gave our country its greatest naval. And here’s how you can discover Horatio Nelson in his home county. ‘I am a Norfolk man and glory in being so,’ said Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson. Nelson Vice Admiral Lord Hora...
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Which Latvian born artist painted the Seagram Murals in 1958?
Mark Rothko – The Seagram Murals | Look at the paintings of Mark Rothko, in particular the huge Seagram Building paintings, now in Tate Modern, which form a solemn kind of tone poem all in shades of crimson. Mark Rothko American, born Russia (now Latvia). 1903–1970 The Seagram Murals It has to be said that viewing the ...
Turner prize shortlist unveiled: Cathy Wilkes, Goshka Macuga, Mark Leckey, and Runa Islam - Telegraph Turner prize shortlist unveiled: Cathy Wilkes, Goshka Macuga, Mark Leckey, and Runa Islam By Billy Kenber 12:01AM BST 29 Sep 2008 By Billy Kenber Richard Dorment: who cares who wins? Cathy Wilkes, Goshka Macuga, Mark L...
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The 2013 Disney animation Frozen is based on what Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, in Danish 'Snedronningen'?
Disney adapts Hans Christian Andersen’s ‘Snow Queen’ into ‘Frozen’ | Inquirer lifestyle Disney adapts Hans Christian Andersen’s ‘Snow Queen’ into ‘Frozen’ Philippine Daily Inquirer / 01:42 AM December 02, 2013 NEW DISNEY film is based on Andersen’s longest and best work. Walt Disney Animation Studios is at it again. Th...
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe -2005 - ComingSoon.net The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe SHARE Release date: December 9, 2005 Studio: Walt Disney Pictures MPAA Rating: PG (for battle sequences and frightening moments) Screenwriters: Ann Peacock, Andrew Adamson...
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Puffins are any of three small species of which seabird family?
"Puffin / Puffins are any of three small species of acids in the bird genus Fratercula with a brightly coloured beak during the breeding season." Stock photo and royalty-free images on Fotolia.com - Pic 117087225 07-09-2016 Fotolia Puffin / Puffins are any of three small species of alcids in the bird genus Fratercula w...
Index-a What does the workplace flexi-hours acronym TOIL stand for? Waterloo, the location of Napoleon's 1815 defeat, is in modern-day: France; Belgium; Spain; or Russia? G-BOAG, G-BOAC, and F-BVFC and the tragic F-BTSC designated what iconic 20thC invention? Name the core specialism of notable Anglo-Danish industriali...
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Austrian physicist Erwin Schrödinger's 'thought experiment' theory is referred to as Schrödinger's (what animal)?
Erwin Schrödinger - Wikiquote Erwin Schrödinger Jump to: navigation , search Nirvana is a state of pure blissful knowledge ... It has nothing to do with the individual. Erwin Rudolf Josef Alexander Schrödinger ( 12 August 1887 – 4 January 1961 ) was an Austrian physicist, one of the founders of quantum theory , and win...
Magic Roundabout, The Magic Roundabout, The by • Kids TV , TV Shows - 1960s , TV Shows - 1970s 1 9 6 5 - 1 9 7 5 (UK/France) The five-minute slot just before the early evening BBC1 news on Monday (at 5:50 pm) guaranteed Magic Roundabout a viewing audience of over eight million. While parents waited for the news, kids g...
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Sharing its name with an ex-Soviet state, which cruise ship sank in the Baltic Sea in September 1994 claiming 852 lives?
Baltic Weekly Crier - News Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. News highlights from Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. Updated every Monday. News Highlights from December 11-December 18, 2000 A British composer is writing a musical score celebrating a Latvian-based telescope built and then abandoned by the Soviet army, th...
1992 Barcelona Summer Games | Olympics at Sports-Reference.com 1992 Barcelona Summer Games Host City: Barcelona, Spain (July 24, 1992 to August 9, 1992) Opening Ceremony: July 25, 1992 (opened by King Juan Carlos I) Lighter of the Olympic Flame: (used arrow) Taker of the Olympic Oath: Luis Doreste (athlete) Closing Cer...
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Which politician (as at 2011) has the second-highest average for a No6 cricket test batsman (over 61 runs) and in a competition bowled faster than Dennis Lillee and Andy Roberts?
Ep11aug2014 by Pakistan Observer - issuu issuu Issuu on Google+ Bombshell development Turkey’s Erdogan takes initial lead in presidential race ISTANBUL—Tayyip Erdogan was set to be Turkey’s next president after local media credited the veteran prime minister with more than half the vote with nearly all the ballots coun...
Doonesbury News Site News Tracking the D'bury Universe We won't post new stories on this page every day, but when we do put something up you have our word: It will be about the strip. Guaranteed. Doonesbury Artist, Lobbyist in Email Spat Chris Frates, Politico | Doonesbury Artist, Lobbyist in Email spat | May 15, 2011 ...
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Nathan, Caleb, Matthew and Jared Followill are better known as which pop group?
Kings Of Leon | Biography, News, Photos and Videos | Contactmusic.com News Pictures Video Music Press Festival Quotes RSS Biography Kings of Leon (formed 2000) are an American rock band, consisting of three brothers (Caleb, Nathan and Jared) and their cousin (Matthew), all of whom have the last name Followill, best kno...
News Archive 13th March 2014 | Contactmusic.com Lindsay Lohan has allegedly penned a lengthy list of all the people she has had sex with, and there is a few familiar faces among it.The 27 year-old... 13th March 2014 0:07 'The Big Bang Theory' isn't going anywhere soon, not until 2017 at least. CBS announced on Wednesda...
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What is the lead character in Copplia, a sentimental comic ballet by Lo Dlibes?
Delibes Sylvia & Copelia Suites HRX DVD-R (2 Discs)-Elusive Disc Features the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra lead by Martin West! This disc will NOT play on CD, DVD or SACD Players! HRx 176kH/24-Bit DVD-R - For Music Servers Only! HRx DVD-R data discs contain exact, digit-for-digit copies of the original Reference Reco...
Nureyev dancing in Marguerite and Armand - Rudolf Nureyev Foundation Nureyev dancing in Marguerite and Armand Tweet Music : Franz Liszt - Choreography : Frederick Ashton In 1961, Frederick Ashton  attended a performance of “La Dame aux Camélias” by Alexandre Dumas, played by Vivian Leigh and he was inspired to transpos...
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The TT on the Isle of Man, first run in 1905, is for what?
Will There be an Isle of Man TT Global Racing Series? | RideApart Tweet Have you ever wanted to go to the Isle of Man for a race? Sure you and your buddies have talked about it, weighed your options and then realized how much time and money it would take to travel there for the race. But what if the race came to you? T...
Douglas (Isle of Man) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Understand[ edit ] Douglas is the capital of the Isle of Man. The island's government assembly, the House of Keys, is located there. Douglas is also the main centre of commerce on the island and home to around a quarter of the island's population. The town's main areas...
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Shagreen is leather made from the skin of which creatures?
Shagreen: The Skin of Rays & Sharks — Retrospect | Apartment Therapy Email A closeup of a shagreen tabletop, from an Art Deco-era design by Jean-Michel Frank Shagreen has been a luxurious decorative material for many centuries, though it is perhaps most closely associated with the Art Deco era. Signifying luxury and ex...
1. What is the name of the hit show based on the songs of Abba? - Liverpool Echo News 1. What is the name of the hit show based on the songs of Abba? 2. Which “G” is the name of the Italian astronomer who improved the telescope so much as to discover that there were craters on the moon?  Share Get daily updates directl...
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What is the name of the evolutionary theory suggesting that evolution has an uneven pace?
Modern Theory of Evolution For those that love God's creation Modern Theory of Evolution There is a modern theory of evolution. There are some things we have learned over the last 150 years since Charles Darwin first proposed his theory of "descent with modification." Darwin's theory was amazingly accurate considering ...
Project MUSE - Catholic Birth Control?: Father John O’Brien, Rhythm, and Progressive American Catholicism in 1930s Contraception Discourse Father John O’Brien, Rhythm, and Progressive American Catholicism in 1930s Contraception Discourse Alexander Pavuk (bio) Father John A. O’Brien (1893–1980), longtime Catholic chapla...
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Who is the owner of Estimate, the winner of the 2013 Ascot Gold Cup?
Queen celebrates as Estimate wins Gold Cup at Royal Ascot | Daily Mail Online Watch more on Channel 4 racing Out in front: Ryan Moore rides Estimate to victory ahead of Simenon in the Gold Cup Tense finish: Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie get caught up in the moment on Ladies' Day It was little different, at least in  ...
Project MUSE - ‘Spot the Winner’: Some of the Horses in Ulysses Some of the Horses in Ulysses Vivien Igoe (bio) Of the many sports mentioned in Ulysses, horse racing is the one that is the most prominent. Horses are referred to in ten of the episodes. 1 Four of the horses named in Ulysses ran in the Gold Cup, 2 the thi...
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In the 1984 adventure film Romancing the Stone set in Columbia, what type of precious mineral is the stone?
JustFabulousMe - History and style of jewelry and fashion JustFabulousMe - History and style of jewelry and fashion Jewelry in society has evolved from prehistoric time to today. This blog deals with jewelry in different cultures and the splendor, beauty in each piece. Jewelry has been used for status, expression, weal...
lumley From Joanna Lumley’s No Room For Secrets Within a year I was back at work on something utterly different, still for television, but this time made entirely inside a studio. It was Sapphire and Steel. Taxi drivers sill say to me, ‘You know that Sapphire and Steel? It really scared me.’ … David McCallum was per...
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The artificial language Esperanto was devised in 1887 by Lazarus Ludwig who?
Esperanto language, alphabet and pronunciation Esperanto Esperanto is an international auxiliary language devised in 1887 by Dr. Ludwig Lazarus Zamenhof (1859-1917), an eye doctor, under the pseudonym of " Doktoro Esperanto ". He originally called the language " La Internacia Lingvo " (The International Language), but...
The History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio 'Elijah,' by F.G. Edwards. The Project Gutenberg EBook of The History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio "Elijah", by Frederick George Edwards This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under...
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What misanthropic hoarder Sesame Street character calls a garbage can home?
Sesame Street: Harmless Kids' Show Or Filthy Liberal Propaganda? - Sabotage Times TV & Film Sesame Street: Harmless Kids' Show Or Filthy Liberal Propaganda? According to Republicans the kids favourite is a Marxist mouthpiece. Sounds mental, but dig a little deeper and they might have a point... Avatar: Social count: 13...
1100-1199 - StudyBlue Good to have you back! If you've signed in to StudyBlue with Facebook in the past, please do that again. 1100-1199 Which city does the statue of Jesus Christ, better known as Christ the Redeemer, overlook? Rio de Janeiro In an all-black cast, who played the role of Brick in the 2008 revival of "Ca...
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From which part of a tree do we get the spice cinnamon?
The Truth About Where Cinnamon Comes From | The Huffington Post The Truth About Where Cinnamon Comes From 03/17/2014 07:00 am ET | Updated Mar 17, 2014 430 Alison Spiegel Food writer and editor Getty Do you know where cinnamon comes from? It's a spice we use all the time, but do you know where it grows and how it comes...
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Standing for Time and Relative Dimensions in Space, who travels the universe in a spaceship disguised as a police box known as The Tardis?
Path of the Not Quite Lost - Chapter 3 - evilqueenofgallifrey (MayFairy) - Doctor Who [Archive of Our Own] Path of the Not Quite Lost Chapter by MayFairy Chapter Text A bruising force on his ribcage woke Jay up, and he regained consciousness while spluttering water from his lips. The Doctor's face hovered above him but...
Wallis and Edward Story.htm His Majesty King George V THE PLAY The story begins with Wallis Simpson's Presentation at Court in 1931, where she arrogantly presents her credentials in the song I'm Bessie Wallis Warfield Simpson, followed by her quickly deposing the Prince of Wales'...
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In the US television show ‘The Sopranos’, what is the name of the club in Long Beach, New Jersey, in which Christopher set Adriana up as manager?
List of characters from The Sopranos in the DiMeo Crime Family | The Sopranos Wiki | Fandom powered by Wikia List of characters from The Sopranos in the DiMeo Crime Family 390pages on Main article: Jackie Aprile, Sr. Silvio Dante Referenced in: " 46 Long ", " Meadowlands ", " Pax Soprana ", " Guy Walks Into a Psychiatr...
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